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All-season cozy pet-friendly country retreat on 24 acres; mins to trails & lakes

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Aerial view
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Aerial view

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Northbrook, ON
  • Story Lake
    12 min drive
  • Lennox and Addington Dark Sky Viewing Area
    15 min drive
  • Bon Echo Provincial Park
    29 min drive

Room options

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

All-season cozy pet-friendly country retreat on 24 acres; mins to trails & lakes

Welcome to this cozy, peaceful and intimate country oasis found on 24 acres of Canadian Shield.

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5 mins to the Trans Canada Trail (hiking, ATVing, biking, snowmobiling, skiing, snow shoeing, etc.) about 20 mins to Bon Echo and Sharbot Lake Provincial Parks (swimming, boating, fishing, snorkeling, kayaking, canoeing, etc.), 5 mins to Flinton Falls and 2 hours to Toronto and Ottawa. Surrounded by trees, flowers and panoramic blue skies, this pet-friendly, sun-filled, charming retreat features stainless steel appliances including a washer and dryer, 2 fireplaces (electric and propane), a farmhouse sink, butcher block counters, a walk-in closet, smart TVs, hard wood floors and an open floor plan. Enjoy the scenic views with your favorite drink when relaxing on the lounge chairs on the deck. Bring your ATVs, bikes and bicycles in the summer and snowmobiles, skis and snowshoes in the winter to enjoy the nearby trails!! Minutes away from grocery stores (Foodland Ontario), LCBO, beer store, Pizza Pizza, Subway and gas station. Escape the city and rejuvenate in the country!!
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 12 minutes by car from Story Lake and 12 minutes from Bishop Lake

Property manager

Sadhana

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (92.9 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Use throws provided if pets sit on furniture.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

All-season cozy pet-friendly country retreat on 24 acres; mins to trails & lakes Reviews

Reviews

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer Getaway
Sadhana was a wonderful, prompt and informative host. We enjoyed our stay at her property this summer and would recommend it to others looking for a quiet and peaceful getaway. The house was quiet, bright, large and modern with a well appointed kitchen and comfortable bedrooms/living room. The bathrooms were clean and well shocked with plenty of hot water. The washing machine and dryer were new and handy, and washing supplies were provided. Sadhana gave us plenty of ideas of activities to do in the area and we also enjoyed day trips to Bon Echo, Picton, Prince Edward County and Desoronto. Sandbanks Winery, Bocatino Tapas Restaurant, the bookstore in Tamworth, Milligan's Meats, and The O'Conner English Tea Room were all highlights. We love to cook and did have to get sharper knives in order to prepare nice meals and cut locally purchased produce. If you're planning on preparing meals, perhaps bring a knife or two. Everything else was great! One minor negative was the BBQ. It seemed like the previous occupants had made a mess of it, leaving spilt grease and leftover fish pieces inside of it. We were unable to find anything to clean it properly so we decided not to use it. We did try to start it after changing the tank (provided) but were unsuccessful (perhaps user error). There were lots of clean chairs outside to enjoy the beautiful views. We especially liked the patio off of the spacious and bright master bedroom. Thank you for a nice and relaxing stay! The
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private getaway
Nice and private, loved watching sunrise in the morning on the front deck
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect ATV Trip
The cottage was clean and comfortable for our stay! We planned an ATV trip and the cottage was only a few kilometers away which made it easy for us to enjoy the trails. Having a shower is a game changer when going for an ATV ride in the summer time. We will for sure be returning to continue the rest of the trail!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Weekend Getaway
A great weekend away in the woods. Loved the property and the view! We loved bird watching, listening to the frogs, and exploring the trail behind the house. 5 stars. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hosts.
Lovely clean home. Very peaceful and relaxing. Hosts are wonderful with great communication. All we needed was here. Thanks.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jude J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay, very responsive host
We drove in late, the check in process was smooth and easy as we were given the access code to unlock the door to the property, all pertinent details were listed in the welcome brochure. Lot to do in the area, hiking trails and the lookout on the property which provided serene views with local wildlife. The host recommended ATV trails on the property and in the vicinity (Trans Canada Trail), based on her recommendation, we brought our ATV's and we had a wonderful time riding the trails. If you want added adventures you are short drive from Bon Echo park. I highly recommend this location and property, very clean with amenities provided by the host, and everything is new including the property. I would defienetely stay at the property again in the near future, thank you Sadhana and JP for making my stay memorable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023