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Private Waterfront Cottage, Rivermist Retreat

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Exterior
Miscellaneous

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 884 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Kawartha Lakes, ON
  • Balsam Lake
    1 min walk
  • Bri's Chip Truck
    17 min walk
  • Washago Station
    48 min drive
  • Muskoka, ON (YQA)
    73 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Private Waterfront Cottage, Rivermist Retreat

Welcome to the Rivermist Retreat! A 4-season retreat for the outdoor enthusiast. The perfect spot to unwind and connect or reconnect with family and friends surrounded by nature. The large dock is steps away from the cottage, perfect for enjoying your favorite beverage on, while watching the morning mist float by you or the incredible night stars way above. The clean river is perfect for the outdoor enthusiast, enjoy weed free swimming or grab a kayak, a canoe or a float so you can see all that the river has to offer.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Balsam Lake. The cottage offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Steps from Balsam Lake and Shadow Lake
This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Kawartha Lakes cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Johnny Giacona

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site
  • Golf on site
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 900 sq ft (84 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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.

Private Waterfront Cottage, Rivermist Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan H., Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Relaxation Location
Beautiful location along the river, quiet and private. Close to stores for supplies. Kitchen fully stocked will everything you need to cook a variety of foods but the great BBQ and Blackstone are where the cooking's really at. Lovely inside the cottage, beds are super comfy. When it rained there was tons of games to chose from, good wifi and a great TV with steaming services. Outside is the best place of all, the deck, the dock, the fire pit. So many places to just relax. The water was wonderful to swim in and paddle boarding was attempted. The host is only a text/call away and happy to answer my questions. We had a fantastic long weekend despite the on and off rain.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rivermist Retreat
My family and I would like to thank Johnny for sharing his piece of paradise, Rivermist Retreat. The cottage is fully updated, clean and had everything we needed for a week of quality family time. Johnny's attention to the needs of his guest was evident from the moment we stepped onto the property. There was fun for all ages with outdoor and indoor activities and games. The river was beautiful and wasn't too hard to paddle or peddle around. The water was very calm while we were there in August. We did spent most of our time on the dock and in the water. I would definitely recommend this cottage and Johnny as a host. Thank you again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will return again
Well stocked and clean cottage very close to the lake. Comfortable beds and many gathering spaces. Incredible amenities with trampolines, kayak, floating devices. Great for groups and sleeps lots of people. Be prepared to see your neighbors, and for such a well stocked cottage there could be bath towels. Thank you for being a wonderful host and we hope to return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronak S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!
We had an amazing stay at Jhonny’s Rivermist Retreat. It is clearly observed that Jhonny had put a lot of thoughts and efforts in to the place. All the watercraft’s available are great to enjoy, the river behind is beautiful and bliss for swimmers. Kitchen is fully stocked as mentioned in listing. We would be definitely coming back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Faiza B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and calm <3
The cottage was absolutely beautiful! We had such a great time. It’s located right on the water and Johnny provides everything you may need to enjoy your time. I will be sure to visit again. Thank you so much for having us, Johnny!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall retreat!
This cottage had everything we needed for our stay! The river was quite peaceful, we were there in the fall so probably not as busy as in the summer. The cottage was the perfect size for our group with everything being new and updated. Great stay, we hope to be able to enjoy it again!😊
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location on a beautiful river, this location is perfect for whatever you’re looking for. My group spent time enjoying the canoe and kayaks, and even set up our own croquet set in their large yard. I highly recommend a weekend here. 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022