 Sunset over The Ottawa River - 2/21  View out Front Door - 8/21  Eating Area in Enclosed Porch - 12/21  Enclosed Porch Sitting Area - 13/21  Great swimming beyond locally carved totem pole - 16/21  Great swimming beyond locally carved totem pole - 17/21  Sunset from the beach - 19/21 DESCRIPTIONGENERAL DESCRIPTION  | Sleeps 6 |
 | 2 Bedrooms |
 | 1 Bathroom |
 | Pets
not allowed |
 | Smoking
not allowed |
 | Waterfront |
Delightful cottage on one of the most picturesque, quiet stretches of beach on the Ottawa River. Child friendly, gradual walkout swimming; small aluminum boat for use (your motor if desired); dock usage if you have your own boat; paddleboat available. Great fishing. Opportunities for canoeing, golfing, hiking, biking, kayaking and white water rafting. Clean flowing river which is so wide at that point that it is called Allumette Lake according to the map. Historical & cultural points of interest indigenous to the area (i.e. breathtaking waterfalls and canyons in nearby Coulonge Arial Park; Pembroke offers giant heritage murals, shopping, Champlain Trail Museum, the Hydro Electric Museum, waterfront park with its walk and amphitheater, theatrical playhouse, movie theater, restaurants, and more. Nearby Algonquin Provincial Park provides wonderful opportunities for camping and nature exhibits and experiences. The quaint town of Eganville provides Bonnechere Caves. All in all there are many great family adventure spots in vicinity. If you wish to sample yummy cinnamon buns just head to Carl's Bakery in the local village of Chapeau on Allumette island. Chapeau also offers a new eatery, post office, bank, Tech Center, and grocery store for short runs. And only a few miles further we have night entertainment with Irish music at George's Tavern; plus mouthwatering home cooking to die for at Northfork's Country Place nestled in the foothills of the Laurentian Mts. Fort Willlilam offers a rustic experience from the past. You can be as busy or laid back as you choose to be.
Waterfront: Steps to private beach with firepit.
Stone patio with picnic table and B.B.Q. to reserve beside cottage.
Heating: Electric room Heater. Rarely needed in the summer.
Guests allowed: Yes. Day only or included in the total of 6 people overnight.
Smoking: Not inside the cottage. outside only using "Butt" can on deck.
Equipments: Blankets, spreads, pillows, kitchen towels and dishcloths are supplied (personal linens are to be supplied by the renter). Sleeps 1-6. Two bedrooms with double beds, with additional sleeping space for two on hide-a-bed in living room. Large bath; two eating areas (one at counter bar inside and the other on the enclosed porch adjacent to the kitchen). Air conditioner in living area and ceiling fans in every room. Enclosed porch and outdoor deck offer extra seating and views of beach and water. Stack washer/dryer for small loads, refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishes/pans, coffee maker, grill, books, TV-DVD player, etc.
See Reviews and Written Comments noted in our guest book from past guests below:
"Thank you for a wonderful two weeks. This is the most comfortable and best equipped cottage we have stayed at. We enjoyed your tips on things to do and places to go, and the swimming was very enjoyable. Sunsets were outstanding -- better than it was possible to imagine. Lots to see and do in the area and yet peaceful and quiet. You've been wonderful hosts. Of the various places we've stayed over the years this is the only one we would consider returning to. Thanks again. Pat S. and Judy G.
We have had a lovely week here at the Crow's Nest! A lovely cottage with a friendly and helpful owner. Beautiful surroundings and so quiet. Thank you Jan! Selene, Dennis, Jeremy(5), Miriam(2)
Hi Jan, Yes I did receive the security check; but have not gotten around to cashing it yet; but will likely do so tonight. I have been meaning to email you and let you know we had a great stay and would come again if we decide to vacation in the valley again! Thanks again, we had a great time! Mark C.
(Returning this summer): Thanks jan. It's a nice cozy and comfortable cottage in a very friendly community on a lovely part of the river. Nice beach. i have mostly been very happy with it. The power outage is not something any of us could have predicted or controlled. the bar-b-que was indeed very useful. Susan M.
Janet and Bob, The art work is delightful. We really enjoyed our stay in your lovely cottage. A very good vacation. Charlie especially enjoyed the midnight swim after Bill's 81th Birthday Party. Thanks again, Donna & Charlie, Vel & Sid
Jan & Bob, Emma, Nicholas, & I had a great time. I can't believe the two weeks are over! We enjoyed the waterfalls in Quebec & the waterfront in Pembroke; but loved the beach most of all. Thanks so much for the great holiday. Barbara D. & Emma
We loved it here, nice & quiet. Cottage was great, A/C was great due to heatwave. Ron and Louice H.
Hi Jan, Hope you enjoy the rest of the summer and get lots of R & R! I can't say it enough -- but I can say it enthusiastically! Just want to say thank you for our stay at your cottage. It is such a nice cozy cottage -- the perfect place to retreat, to entertain, to relax, to enjoy the water, etc. Enclosed is a gift certificate for Coles Book Store ($25.00) in Pembroke as a special thank you. Cholean, Aiona, & Mary
Dear Jan -- Fiddleers, spoons, and stepdancers too! Jan & her famiy, and there's quite a few! Fort William & North Fork, Coulonge & the Chute! Chapeaus & Karl's Bakery with sticky buns to boot! So to Crow's Nest cottage -- I did come! To be much closer to my Mom! The month has gone so quickly by -- Now I'm ready to leave but with a tear in my eye! Thanks for everything Jan, and let's keep in touch. LUV Pat
Wonderful!!! Wonderful time/ wonderful cottage/ wonderful weather & best of all--Wonderful family-- We enjoyed ourselves immensely--our 18 month month old grandson loved the beach, the dock, and the ducks! Thanks for a super time Jan -- we'll be back next year for sure.
Cheers,
Cathi & John
Jan& Bob -- Thanks a mil. We had a great two weeks in this Beautiful Cottage. Also, thank you for the added bonus of the doe and her fawn. Bob will miss Johns' early morning swim no matter how cold. Cheers! John, Gale, Steve, and Morgan
Dear Janet, Yes I did enjoy my idle time at the Crow's Nest. I had all the peace and quiet we might desire--and an evening at the Regal Begal to Boot. Much enjoyed. You should know I stopped at Karl's Bakery on my way home for some cinnamon buns. You should know, they did not dissappoint. Thank you for the prompt return of the security deposit,and for making me feel so welcome. All the best to you and yours. Sincerely, Janet J.
Dear Jan -- Great beach -- our one year old's delight! All the best, Dave, Lisa, & Emily
We had a awsome week. Love the fishman decows on the deck and beautiful view of the beach.
--Mel & Sean
Dear Jan, July 18, 2014
Thank you for the lovely stay at The Crow's Nest. You and the cottage were like staying at a family cottage. Even more welcoming. It was just what I needed. Peace, nature, and relaxation. Very Very comfortable. I plan to come back next year and years to come. :) :) :)
Warmly, Cammie R. (Ottawa) Osgoode, ON (I don't want to leave LOL)
Dear Jan,
Sharon and I had a nice relaxing week at the cottage. The kids loved the beach and the islands. The cottage had everything we needed.
Thanks, Pete and Sharon
Our family wanted to let you know that we loved everything about the cottage. We really had a great time that we will cherish for many years to come. Everything was just perfect and we felt at home. The place is very beautiful, quiet, and the sunsets are really awesome, like in the photos.
Thanks again, Sergio
+ READ MORE - COLLAPSE AMENITIES AND EQUIPMENT | | Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms : - 2 double beds - 1 Sofa bed | | | Kitchen | | | | General | | | | Entertainment | | | | Outdoors Features | | |
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For Bike lovers this is your Holiday heaven. Cycloparc PPJ is a Canadian rail trail located in the Pontiac Regional County Municipality in Quebec, Canada. ... The trail originates at Kilometer 0 in Wyman and ends at Allumette Island (L'Îles-aux-Allumettes). ... 17.26 kilometres (10.7 mi) of pastoral bicycle ride,; 18 kilometres (11.2 mi) of wetlands and valleys sceneries, The trail loops around the perimeter of Allumette Island. A unique concept combining bike trail and park. + VIEW MORE - COLLAPSE LOCATIONLOCATION| Province: Ontario | | Region: Eastern Ontario | | City: Pembroke | | | Distance from ski resort: | - |
| | Nearest Body of Water: | Ottawa River (Lac des Allumettes) |
| | Waterfront: Yes |
| Other Town/Lake/Area: | Pembroke (20 km) |
Note: Choice location of (shared with owner) Sandy Beach at the "Head of the Island". Nestled on Alumette Island in the foothills of the Laurentians and connected by bridges to both Ontario and Quebec. Situated 10 minutes from the village of Chapeau, QUE, with Karl's Bakery, Isle of Allumette (computer)Tech Center, post office, bank (Caisse populaire Desjardins), and Conroy's Grocery . AVAILABILITYLast update: August 02, 2024 |
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RATESRates are in Canadian dollars ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | Check-in after | 04:00 PM | | Check-out before | 11:00 AM | | Security Deposit | $200 (Security deposit will be refunded within 7 days of check-out) | | Booking Deposit | 50% due at time of booking (The balance is due 20 days before arrival) | | Accepted Payments | Check, Interac e-Transfer | | Cottage Rules | View |
NOTES Once you have determined that you are interested in renting with us, we require a 50% deposit to hold your week(s). Summer seasonal rental only from Saturday to Saturday. There is a 10% discount if you stay two or more weeks. REVIEWS | | Sandra |  |
| Our family of 4 spent a week at the crows nest and thoroughly enjoyed it! Our kids (3, 5) loved playing in the sand, collecting "gems", swimming in the shallow water, picking up the clams, going on the pedal boat and row boat, and exploring nearby caves! We had such a relaxing week and had everything we needed close by. The shop nearby was well stocked in the event you forgot something and the restaurant "La Gare" was cozy and made you feel welcome. Pembroke is close enough to if you needed a bigger shop! Sunsets were just amazing and the entire area was just peaceful. Great view of the sunsets by the firepit - only downfall is there wasn't any seats around the firepit (we got outdoor folding chairs in Pembroke). The cottage itself was great and well stocked with everything you might need for your stay. Cell reception was fantastic at the cottage for making calls or checking for directions but no internet which to us was a bonus because we really got away from all the screens (even the kids didn't mind not having a tablet). Kari was responsive the entire time and seemed happy to answer all questions. She returned the security deposit quickly and no need to ask about it. Just amazing and the kids are already asking to go back next summer
Stayed: August 2022 Submitted: Aug 25, 2022
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| Great memories made here! Cottage was exactly as advertised. We have a family of 4 with a very tall teenager and the sleeping arrangements worked well with the pull out couch. Beautiful sunsets led to awesome fires every night. The water was great for swimming and fishing. My kids want to come back next year to try the full day at Fort Cologne! (Highly recommended zip lining /obstacle corse.) Only warning....do not eat the Chesley buns from the bakery in Chapeau....they are addictive! A great place to relax. A hotspot works if you have a teen that needs a bit of screen time. Lots of great places to bike. Will come back for sure!
Stayed: July 2021 Submitted: Aug 02, 2021
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| | Ashley | |
| To say we had a wonderful family vacation at Crows Nest is an understatement! The location is simply perfect for a relaxing family friendly getaway!
The cottage is well equipped, Kari was so helpful and the neighbours in the surrounding cottages were just lovely!
The water and beach area is perfect especially for a little one, we really enjoyed taking the paddle boat out.
There is lots to do in the surrounding area of Pembroke and Petawawa (be sure to check out Petawawa point beach too)
We enjoyed our evenings with a fire on the beach watching the most amazing sunsets!
You won't be disappointed Isle Allumette is a gem! Also- be sure to check out Karl's bakery in Chapeau!! The Chelsea bread is incredible.
Stayed: June 2021 Submitted: Jul 21, 2021
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| | Patrick | |
| Great get away to Crows Nest Cottage week of Aug 22-Aug 29.
Wonderful /quiet/secluded location for relaxing get away. Our grandchildren enjoyed the amenities offered at the beach(shallow water, soft sand) & playing "pirates" with the paddle-boat.
The cottage is close enough to Pembroke & Petawawa to take advantage of walking trails, parks and "local coffee shops and other shopping .
Being across the river from Petawawa was a thrill for my grandsons; seeing the "soldier helicopters" flying by.
Thank you for the privilege of using Crows Nest during this time period.
Stayed: August 2020 Submitted: Sep 03, 2020
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| | Danielle | |
| Crows Nest Cottage was just what we needed. It is a home away from home. The location is amazing as it is isolated but close enough to a large town to get anything you need. It is located on a property with three other cottages but you feel like you have the entire place to yourself. The neighbors are very friendly but give you privacy as well. The cottage is fully equipped with everything you need and can easily accommodate 5 people. We had two adults and three teenagers and there was lots of room. The beach is simply amazing. It is shallow and sandy. There are tons of islands that can be explored. We brought a paddleboard and a canoe and spent many hours on the water. Every night, we had a campfire on the beach and watched the sunset. Breathtaking! We are counting down the days until we can go back again.
Stayed: July 2020 Submitted: Aug 07, 2020
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KARI RAY Member since July 2009 Speaks: English Response Rate: 100% |
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