 crystal clear water with shallow entry in our inlet - 1/40  georgeous sunset views - 2/40  front view of the cottage - 6/40  play structure (added in 2020) - 7/40  master bedroom in the loft - 9/40  2nd bedroom (with queen bed) - 11/40  bedroom 3; single top, double bottom (as of 2021) - 13/40  New renovated kitchen for 2019 - 14/40  view of waterfront from sunroom - 17/40  double doors connecting the sunroom and family room (leading to screened-in covered porch) - 18/40  New for 2020 - screened-in porch - 19/40  screened-in porch (added in 2020) - 20/40  New for 2020 - screened-in porch - 21/40  New for 2020 - screened-in porch - 22/40  back door of screened-in porch (waterside) - 23/40  Large back porch with view of the water - 24/40  path to waterfront - 27/40  view from the hammock - 28/40  view into entryway from porch - 33/40  otter in our waterfront - 38/40  otter family swimming in our waterfront - 39/40  The beauty of Tobermory - so many sites to see - 40/40 $275 - $350 / night | CONTACT OWNER |
DESCRIPTIONGENERAL DESCRIPTION  | Sleeps 6 |
 | 3 Bedrooms |
 | 1 Bathroom |
 | Pets allowed
with
restrictions |
 | Smoking
not allowed |
 | Fireplace |
 | Internet |
 | Waterfront |
Welcome to The Bruce Retreat! We are located on the sheltered inlet of Long Bay on Lake Huron in Tobermory. Our guests can enjoy the calm and warmer waters of the inlet; great for swimming, fishing, kayaking and kids of all ages. The cottage is nestled among natural forest on almost an acre of land, providing a private and peaceful vacation. Finding a spot to sit and enjoy the view is very easy in our cottage! The sun-room, which faces the lake, consists entirely of windows and is furnished with comfortable seating. There is a large table to enjoy one of our many games or puzzles, or curl up and enjoy a book while listening to the sounds of the birds and water. The sun-room is also an excellent place to watch the sunset. A large 4 window with 2 slider doors leads out to the large fully covered porch which also has a beautiful view of the lake. This area is a great place to enjoy your morning coffee, watch the birds or enjoy the outdoors with shelter from the sun. For the 2020 season we added a fully screened-in area off the sliding doors, extending your outdoor time with a bug free experience. There is also a 2-tier deck at the back of the cottage which is accessible from the sun-room or family room. This is also a beautiful place to sit to enjoy a view of the forested areas that surround the cottage or to catch some rays. The main part of the cottage consists of an open concept kitchen, dining area, and large family room with a beautiful field stone fireplace. This area opens to the sun-room with over-sized French doors, each flanked with a large window. The openness and airiness of the cottage give new meaning to 'bringing the outdoors in'.
The cottage has 3 bedrooms: the master is located in the loft, has a queen bed, and is totally surrounded by walls of windows with a magnificent view of the Lake. The sounds of the water will lull you to sleep. The 2nd bedroom also has a queen bed and a large bay window with it's own view of the lake. The 3rd bedroom has bunk beds (double and single). The 2nd and 3rd bedroom are located in the main part of the cottage, allowing for some separation and privacy from bedroom 1. There is 1 very large bathroom in the cottage which has a newly renovated stand up corner shower, and lots of room for clothing, towels and personal items. The washer/dryer is located in the closet of the 3rd bedroom.
We have done our very best to provide a cottage environment that mixes the comforts of home without losing the cottage experience. New for 2024: the cottage now has Starlink satellite internet/WIFI, so there are no worries about internet connection if you need to connect with work during your stay. We have a smart TV with Netflix, a Blu-ray player, a ceiling fan in the master, 2nd bedroom and family room, and a wall oscillating fan in the 3rd bedroom. All mattresses in the cottage have a 'health guard' protector cover.
The cottage is perfectly located in Tobermory for easy and quick access into town and to all the popular destinations and activities that Tobermory has to offer. We are a 10 km drive to the town's harbour and restaurants, and a 14 km drive to Singing Sands, a gorgeous shallow entry beach that is perfect for little ones and older kids who love to boogie board. If you are new to the Bruce experience, we will have lots of information at the cottage to help you navigate your holiday.
Our fire pit is located in the front driveway area of the cottage. There is tons of room here for comfortable seating around the fire, and makes it easy to navigate into the cottage to check on little ones or grab a beverage! The star studded view of the night sky while sitting around the fire pit is amazing, as is swinging in the hammock which is located in the trees on the waterfront side. For 2020, we also added a play structure for the kids!
The cottage is available for weekly, midweek and weekend rental in the non-peak season. During the peak season (July/August) we are booking weekly only, Friday to Friday (see rates for further details).
Maximum Number of people: 4 adults, or up to 6 people if at least 2 are children (under age 16).
Dogs (only) may be permitted, but must be cleared with owners in advance. $75 fee per week per dog.
There is no smoking permitted in the cottage!
Linens and towels are not supplied (we can arrange this for International visitors only for a nominal fee).
Renters are responsible to leave the cottage clean at the end of the rental period (cleaning supplies will be provided). A fee of up to $150 will be charged if the cottage is not cleaned prior to checkout (will be deducted from your deposit).
Waterfront description: shallow entry, rocky bottom. Swim shoes highly recommended. Excellent fishing opportunities!
If you are looking for deep water swimming or prefer a gradual entry with sandy bottom, both are available within a 10-15 minute drive of the cottage and are detailed in our cottage binder.
Payment options: e-Transfer, Cheque or Credit Card. Please see 'Notes' in the Rates section for details.
+ READ MORE - COLLAPSE AMENITIES AND EQUIPMENT | | Bedrooms | 3 bedrooms : - 1 single bed - 1 double bed - 2 Queen beds | | | Kitchen | | | | Communications | | | | General | | | | Entertainment | | | | Outdoors Features | | | | Tourist License Number | NBP 2022-191 | | | |
Summer Activities
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We have two 10' kayaks and one paddleboard available for your use throughout your stay. Note: the kayaks and paddleboard must be used to/from the cottage location, and are not to be transported elsewhere for use. + VIEW MORE - COLLAPSE Note: The cottage is located on Orchid Trail, off of Warner Bay road. AVAILABILITYLast update: October 20, 2024 |
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RATES | BASE RATE Rates are based on up to 4 persons. Add $25 per night per additional person. | $300 | $350 | $700 | - | - | - | 2 Nights | FALL (LOW SEASON) Sep 29, 2024 - Nov 29, 2024 Rates are based on up to 4 persons. Add $25 per night per additional person. | $275 | $325 | $650 | $1550 | - | - | 2 Nights | SPRING (MID SEASON) May 20, 2025 - Jun 27, 2025 Rates are based on up to 4 persons. Add $25 per night per additional person. | $300 | $350 | $700 | $1700 | - | - | - | SUMMER/PEAK Jun 27, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025 Rates are based on up to 4 persons. Add $25 per night per additional person. | - | - | - | $2400 | - | - | 1 Week | LABOUR DAY WEEKEND Aug 29, 2025 - Sep 01, 2025 Rates are based on up to 4 persons. Add $25 per night per additional person. | - | - | - | - | - | $900 | 3 Nights | FALL (MID SEASON) Sep 01, 2025 - Oct 03, 2025 Rates are based on up to 4 persons. Add $25 per night per additional person. | $300 | $350 | $700 | $1650 | - | - | 2 Nights | FALL (LOW SEASON) Oct 03, 2025 - Nov 30, 2025 Rates are based on up to 4 persons. Add $25 per night per additional person. | $275 | $325 | $650 | $1550 | - | - | 2 Nights | THANKSGIVING WEEKEND Oct 10, 2025 - Oct 13, 2025 Rates are based on up to 4 persons. Add $25 per night per additional person. | - | - | - | - | - | $900 | 3 Nights |
Rates are in Canadian dollars ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | Check-in after | 04:00 PM | | Check-out before | 12:00 PM | | Tax Rate | 13% | | Lodging Tax | 4% | | Security Deposit | $500 (Security deposit will be refunded within 7 days of check-out) | | Booking Deposit | 50% due at time of booking (The balance is due 30 days before arrival) | | Accepted Payments | Interac e-Transfer, Visa, MasterCard, American Express | | Cancellation Policy | Moderate | | Fees |
NOTES NEW for the 2024 season: we will be charging HST NEW as of 2022: Short-Term Accommodation Fee (Municipality fee) of 4% will be added to your rental cost. This fee is part of the licensing process for all cottage rentals in North & South Bruce. E-Transfer Payments: 50% of the rental fee is collected at the time of booking. The remaining 50% and a $500 deposit is collected one month prior to the rental date. Your deposit is returned within 2-3 days of checkout or up to one week at most. Credit Card Payments: 50% of the rental fee is collected at the time of booking; the remaining 50% is collected one month prior to the rental date through credit card payment. Note: There is an 8% fee for all credit card payments, applied as follows: The Bruce Retreat applies a 4% charge on each payment (as we are charged this by Cottages in Canada), AND Cottages in Canada also then applies a 4% fee to each payment made, for a total of 8%. None of the service charges associated with credit card payment are given to/kept by The Bruce Retreat. There cannot be a return of funds through credit card, so collection and return of the $500 deposit must be via e-Transfer or cheque. Cleaning service can be arranged for a fee of $150. (Note: all garbage/recycling must be taken with you upon checkout and the dishwasher must be run and emptied even if you opt for the cleaning service) There is a fee of $75 / week per dog. Dog owners must clean up after their pets and ensure no excrement is left on the property. Cancellation policy: If a booking is cancelled 60 days or more prior to check in, a refund of 100% will be given minus a $50 cancellation fee. If a booking is cancelled 30 days or less prior to check-in, a refund of 50% will be given. For bookings cancelled less than 15 days prior to check in, none of the rental fee will be refunded. REVIEWS | | Sonya |  |
| We spent two wonderful weeks at the Bruce Retreat and have already booked to return next year! This cottage has everything! A great view of Lake Huron, easy water access for kayaking, close to hiking trails and to Tobermory. The interior was incredibly comfortable with cozy seating areas, as well as a screened porch! Sunsets were amazing. We have stayed at many different Cottages over the years, the Bruce Retreat is simply one of the best. I want to add that the owners Janet and Chris, responded quickly to any questions we had about the cottage. Knowing that we could easily contact them made our stay even more pleasant and relaxing.
Stayed: September 2024 Submitted: Oct 07, 2024
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| | Tara | |
| We had a fabulous stay at the Bruce retreat! The indoors provided many spaces for board games and reading, while looking out at the water. We loved the master bedroom to look out on the water and the stars!
We enjoyed paddle boarding and kayaking. We would stay again!
Stayed: August 2024 Submitted: Aug 17, 2024
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| | Julie |  |
| Our family enjoyed our week at this lovely and spacious cottage. Stargazing by the campfire was amazing! We enjoyed the kayaks, paddle board and bikes. It's a beautiful area with great places for hiking and paddling.
Stayed: August 2024 Submitted: Aug 10, 2024
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| | David | |
| The Bruce Retreat was the perfect cottage to meet our families needs. Our grandchildren loved the play centre, exploring the shoreline and swimming in the warm and sheltered waters of the bay. The cottage itself had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable and there was plenty of room for everyone to spread out. Being close to Tobermory and the surrounding area was an added bonus. The grandkids were asking before we left if we could come back next year. Thanks Janet and Chris for a great week.
Stayed: July 2024 Submitted: Jul 21, 2024
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| | Drea | |
| This was the cottage of our dreams! The location was perfect with easy access to water, close to town, and the various park locations. The cottage had everything we could possibly need for a relaxing and fun vacation. All the information and communications from the owners was detailed and helpful--they are wonderful hosts! We highly recommend staying the Bruce Retreat while in Tobermory and looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed: October 2023 Submitted: Nov 02, 2023
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$275 - $350 / night $650 - $700 / weekend $1550 - $2400 / week JANET AND CHRIS Member since June 2015 Speaks: English Response Rate: 100% |
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