 Exterior from River - 1/27  Waterfront near Cottage - 2/27  Coffee by the Fireplace - 6/27  View Across River on top of Dam - 10/27  Private Walking Trail - 11/27  Dining Area, Kitchen - 13/27  Path to Walking Trails and Waterfront - 16/27  Exterior, River Above the Dam - 18/27  River Lookout on Private Trail - 19/27  View from the Lookout - 20/27  Snowshoeing on your own Trails - 22/27  Exterior in Winter - 25/27  Winter View from the Trails - 27/27 $660 - $825 / weekend | CONTACT OWNER |
DESCRIPTIONGENERAL DESCRIPTION  | Sleeps 6 |
 | 3 Bedrooms |
 | 2 Bathrooms |
 | Pets allowed |
 | Smoking
not allowed |
 | Gas stove |
 | Waterfront |
**Maximum occupancy limit of 6 (adults + children)** ***This cottage rents Sunday to Sunday only during high season.*** Dobson's Dam is a wonderful riverfront property that you will find just south of the Bruce Peninsula on the North Saugeen River. This location allows cottagers to take in a variety of area attractions as well as enjoying the peace and relaxation of the very large surrounding property. True to its name, the cottage is situated next to a small dam, which provides a unique series of features. Above the dam, the river is slow and lazy, with water suitable for swimming and fishing. Avid canoeists can canoe the river above the dam - depending on water levels you may be able to canoe all the way to McCullough Lake - or other destinations for a more relaxed trip! Something possible with this cottage is the "lazy river" tubing experience...just port your inner tubes as far up river as you wish, then let the current gently guide you back to the cottage. If the water is high enough, you can also canoe below the dam. Naturalists will relish the opportunity to study turtles and waterfowl - we were delighted to see a loon swimming underwater alongside our canoe! As mentioned, the property is extensive, and you can walk for kilometres on you own private trails, seeing a variety of birds and wildlife. Make sure to take your camera with you. Of course, you will also want to spend some time relaxing at riverside enjoying the sounds of the waterfall. The cottage itself is newly refurbished and very comfortable. The main floor houses 2 bedrooms as well as the kitchen, living and dining areas and a 4-piece bath. The living and dining areas both enjoy views of the river, with the dining room enjoying a corner window view across and downstream. The lower level houses a very nice bedroom with an adjacent 3-piece bath, as well as a seating/ games/TV area. There is also a walkout to to a sheltered patio area under the upper deck.
Out and about, you will find that you are within convenient driving distance to a number of possibilities. Kimberley, with Talisman Resort, is about 60 km to the east, while the Lake Huron port towns of Southampton and Port Elgin are about 50 km to the west. For your basic shopping needs, the towns of Hanover and Paisley are both within a 20 km radius. Chesley is just 7 km away and has a gas station, grocery store, LCBO, hardware store and pharmacy.
Note - the owners of the cottage own another property down the laneway and will occasionally make use of the trails on the property to get to the river area above the dam. Access to the trails is away from the cottage however, and your privacy will always be respected. It is entirely possible to walk the kilometres of trails and canoe the river without seeing another human being for the entire week.
If you want something relaxing, fun, private and a short drive from the city, you will want to make Dobson's Dam your choice for a getwaway.
Inside the Cottage
Sleeps 6
3 bedrooms (1 queen, 1 double, 1 with double/twin bunk)
2 bathrooms - 3 piece and 4 piece
Fully equipped kitchen with stove, fridge, microwave
Central Air conditioning
Washer and dryer
Satellite TV and DVD player; CD stereo
Outside the Cottage
Large deck off main floor, patio off lower level, patio furniture
Riverfront with dam/waterfall
BBQ (Propane)
Canoe, Paddleboat, 2 Kayaks, Rowboat, 2 Inner Tubes
Fire Pit
4 km of scenic walking trails on the property
Things you need to know:
Dogs only are permitted, please no cats. Maximum of 2 dogs
ATVs are not permitted on the trails within the property
Linens are provided. Please bring your own beach towels
A post-rental cleaning service is not available at this cottage; therefore it is to be left in an 'as found' condition
Waterfront is a northern exposure
Waterfront
The cottage is situated next to a small dam, Above the dam, the river is slow and lazy, with water suitable for swimming and fishing. Canoeists can canoe the river above the dam - depending on water levels you may be able to canoe all the way to McCullough Lake ! Something possible with this cottage is also the "lazy river" tubing experience...just port your inner tubes as far up river as you wish, then let the current gently guide you back to the cottage. If the water is high enough, you can also canoe below the dam.
Trivia
The town of Chesley is known for the statue of a giant bull on the north end of town, which is affectionately known as "Big Bruce".
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AMENITIES AND EQUIPMENT | | Bedrooms | 3 bedrooms : - 1 single bed - 2 double beds - 1 Queen bed | | | Kitchen | | | | General | | | | Entertainment | | | | Outdoors Features | | |
Summer Activities
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+ VIEW MORE - COLLAPSE Note: Important Distances:
Closest General Store: 10 minutes (Chesley)
Closest Hospital: 10 minutes (Chesley)
Distance from Toronto: 196 Kms (2 hours)
Distance from Ottawa: 629 Kms (6 hours, 20 minutes)
Distance from London: 189 Kms (2 hours)
Distance from Windsor: 414 Kms (4 hours, 10 minutes) AVAILABILITYLast update: March 26, 2024 |
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RATES | | - | - | - | $1900 | - | - | 1 Week | LOW SEASON Jan 05, 2024 - May 30, 2024 | - | - | $660 | $1200 | - | - | 2 Nights | VICTORIA DAY WEEKEND May 17, 2024 - May 20, 2024 $990 for 2 nights | - | - | - | - | - | $990 | 3 Nights | MID SEASON May 31, 2024 - Jun 22, 2024 | - | - | $825 | $1500 | - | - | 2 Nights | HIGH SEASON Jun 23, 2024 - Aug 31, 2024 | - | - | - | $1900 | - | - | 1 Week | MID SEASON Sep 01, 2024 - Oct 03, 2024 | - | - | $825 | $1500 | - | - | 2 Nights | LOW SEASON Oct 04, 2024 - Dec 19, 2024 | - | - | $660 | $1200 | - | - | 2 Nights | THANKSGIVING Oct 11, 2024 - Oct 14, 2024 $990 | - | - | - | - | - | $990 | 3 Nights | CHRISTMAS / NEW YEAR Dec 20, 2024 - Jan 02, 2025 | - | - | - | $1900 | - | - | 1 Week | LOW SEASON Jan 03, 2025 - Apr 16, 2025 | - | - | $660 | $1200 | - | - | 2 Nights |
Rates are in Canadian dollars ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | Tax Rate | 13% | Fees- Booking fee : $90.00
- Accidental damage waiver - per day fee : $9.00
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REVIEWS | | Nicole |  |
| We just got back from an amazing winter weekend getaway to Dobson's Dam. Cottage is warm and had lots of space. Property was PERFECT for snowshoeing. I think we covered most of it during our two day stay. Very private and quiet (the sound of the running river was lovely). I imagine this place to be just as amazing during the summer months as well. Thank you, we had an amazing stay.
Stayed: February 2022 Submitted: Feb 06, 2022
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$660 - $825 / weekend $1200 - $1900 / week COTTAGELINK RENTAL MANAGEMENT Member since March 2007 Speaks: English Response Rate: 100% |
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