 main cottage; (see it on youtube at: Saugeen River Retreat) - 1/39  cottages; see them on youtube at: Saugeen River Retreat - 3/39  pathway from the cottage #1 to the river stairs and cottage # 2 - 4/39  kitchen river view main cottage ( see on youtube at: Saugeen River Retreat) - 5/39  main cottage bedroom #1 one queen; 2 futons - 6/39  main cottage main bedroom 1 queen bed + 2 futons - 7/39  solarium-river view; (youtube: Saugeen River Retreat) - 9/39  solarium/dinning table - 10/39  solarium/dinning table - 11/39  main cottage up on the hill overlooking the river - 12/39  river, lawn and cottage - 13/39  stairs to the river - 14/39  The Chalet (cottage # 2); see it on youtube at: Saugeen River Retreat - 15/39  cottage # 2; kitchenette and bathroom in the back; youtube:Saugeen River Retreat - 16/39  cottage # 2 kitchinette - 17/39  cottage # 2 river views; glass walls; (youtube:Saugeen River Retreat) - 18/39  cottage # 2 bathroom - 19/39  shower small cottage - 20/39  main cottage bathroom (see it on youtube at: Saugeen River Retreat) - 21/39  property map (between golf course and the river) - 22/39  2 large fridges main cottage - 27/39  main cottage river deck view - 38/39  river view from the gazebo/deck - 39/39 $500 - $600 / night | CONTACT OWNER |
DESCRIPTIONGENERAL DESCRIPTION  | Sleeps 13 |
 | 4 Bedrooms |
 | 2 Bathrooms |
 | Pets allowed
with
restrictions |
 | Smoking
not allowed |
 | Internet |
 | Waterfront |
A rare find!! Unique and secluded 4.25 acres of forest, fruit trees and blooming flowerbeds with about 800 feet of Riverfront Privacy in front of our retreat! We accept reservations now for 2025! Please note we rent weekly only, during high season (June 20, 2025 to August 30, 2025) of 2025. Three beautiful cozy cottages that show as a 10/ 10 inside and out. All 3 dwellings are included in the rental price. We do not rent to two different groups of people at the same time in order to respect the privacy and offer the highest quality experience to our guests.
Saugeen River Retreat is located on a very private and quiet waterfront property with ~800 feet on Saugeen River, in the middle of an impressive 4 acres riverfront lot covered by forest, within the boundaries of the town of Southampton. The 3 cottages are nestled between the Chippewa Golf course and the river. Our dream cottages were built overlooking the pristine Saugeen River. All cottages face the river bend south and have stunning vistas.
Beautiful wood beam ceilings throughout were preserved over the years and they are complemented by new ceramic floors and reconditioned original hardwood floors. There is no carpet. The rooms are very streamlined with no clutter! And the windows! The views! It must be seen to be appreciated!! Please watch our video clips on youtube by searching "Saugeen River Retreat" under my channel "Rick Radu" for a better understanding.
If you are craving a relaxing retreat, we are offering you a chance to enjoy the beautiful outdoors that nature has provided around our cottage. What more could you ask for than a relaxing week on this pristine river paradise in luxurious renovated cottages. Take some time to enjoy amazing fishing (more experienced fisherman are telling us we own the best fishing spot on the river), swimming off the property shore in the river or at the beach nearby (1 km to the Huron Lake Beach), or canoeing, kayaking, playing badminton, volleyball , soccer, horse shoes, cricket or just sunbathing. Saugeen River is considered as one of Ontario's best Steelhead fishing rivers by fishing enthusiasts. Relax beside the picturesque Saugeen River or paddle to Denny's Dam or the shores of Lake Huron. Do you love golfing? Try the flawless greens of Chippewa Golf and Country Club that spread out into a relaxing setting just across the street from our property.
Southampton is the oldest port on Lake Huron, Ontario, Canada.
We are 220 km from downtown Toronto, 18 minutes drive to Sauble Beach, 1 minute to the Lake Huron, 11 minutes from Port Elgin and 30 min from Owen Sound. Foodland (grocery store) is located at 800 m from the property.
Our cottage property is available for rent from May 16, 2025 to October 13, 2024. Exceptions will be made for our previous guests.
One can fish on this portion of the river 365 days/year (the delimitation is at end of our property); on the fishing season we rent weeks or weekends for fishing trips!
We rent to families and responsible adults.
Age Restrictions: We do not rent to groups of singles under the age of 30.
Our cottages are fully renovated, clean, modern and south facing.
The water and sewage are connected to the city
Chippewa Golf is just across the road from the Cottage.
Sleeping options: 2 queen beds, 7 queen futons, 2 twin beds (can sleep 6-10 in the main cottage; 2-4 in the second cottage and 2-4 in the third cottage)
Main cottage
Large bedroom: 1 queen bed and one queen IKEA futon
Small bedroom: 2 twin beds
Sunroom: one queen IKEA futon
Living room: one queen IKEA futon
Small cottage (Chalet):
2 queen IKEA futons
Large Bunkie:
One queen IKEA futon
One queen bed
Equipment:
Heating: Electric in the first two cottages; no heat or water on the third one
Wireless internet (Starlink) and Netflix included free
2 baths (3 pieces) with modern glass showers
Gas barbeque x 1; charcoal/wood barbeque x 1 (one tank of propane for barbeque supplied free)
Fans in each bedroom and in the sunroom (main cottage) and in the second cottage
Outdoor fire pits x 2 (one by the river bank and one between cottage #1 and #2) with 16 Muskoka chairs (wood supplied for extra $ if requested)
3 decks outside overlooking the river
One picnic table
2 Tables for 6 + 6 with 12 chairs for the deck # 1; 2 deck chairs for each of the other two decks
2 sun umbrellas on each of the small decks and one large Pergola over the main cottage deck
One octagonal gazebo enclosure by the river
3 chair lounges for sunbathing
Basketball and volleyball net
One dock on the river
Included with Cottage Rental
1 pillow and 1 duvet per guest
Guests must supply their own linens, towels, food and personal items
No maid service is provided
Appliances:
3 Fridges, 1 Electric Stove, 1 Microwave, 2 coffee makers, 2 toasters, 1 small oven/toaster, 1 blender, 1 hair dryer, 3 smart TVs, 1 radio/CD systems; 2 DVDs; cutlery, BBQ x 2, 2 canoe, 5 kayaks: 1 fishing kayak for 2 persons (you can stand up on it and fish).
Youtube link:
We have 2 other recreational properties for rent!
see the Saugeen River Retreat (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qqWY3x3fnsE) video clips or check out our two other properties: Sauble Beach Chalet (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MgktL8xRjaU) or The Waterview Cottage if you prefer a beach vacation rather than a river vacation.
Note: The estate is located in Southampton, ON, directly on Saugeen River (known for its great trout/catfish/bass fishing) and across the street from Chippewa Golf course (one minute walk). Less than two minutes drive to Southampton downtown and beaches. Less than 20 minutes from Sauble Beach. Less than 10 minutes from Port Elgin. Only 30 minutes from Owen Sound and 180 minutes from Toronto (220 km). Restaurants/grocery/liquor stores within 1- 5 minute drive. Huron Lake is less than 1 minute drive.
Youtube link:
We have two other recreational properties for rent! see the Saugeen River Retreat (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qqWY3x3fnsE) video clips or check out our other properties if you prefer a beach vacation rather than a river vacation.
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AMENITIES AND EQUIPMENT | | Bedrooms | 4 bedrooms : - 2 single beds - 2 Queen beds - 7 Sofa beds | | | Kitchen | | | | Communications | | | | General | | | | Entertainment | | | | Outdoors Features | | |
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Note: The estate is located in Southampton, ON, directly on Saugeen River (known for it's great trout/catfish/bass fishing) and across the street from Chippewa Golf course (one minute walk). Less than two minutes from Southampton downtown and beaches. Less than 20 minutes from Sauble Beach. Less than 10 minutes from Port Elgin. 30 minutes from Owen Sound and 180 minutes from Toronto (220 km). Restaurants/grocery/liquor stores within 1- 5 minute drive. Huron Lake is less than 1 minute drive. + VIEW MORE - COLLAPSE | Other Town/Lake/Area: | Chippewa Golf course acroos the road |
Note: 361 North Rankin St, Southampton, ON N0H 2L0, Canada AVAILABILITYLast update: July 15, 2025 |
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RATES | BASE RATE Rates are based on up to 8 persons. Add $50 per night per additional person. | $500 | $600 | $1200 | $3000 | - | - | 2 Nights | HIGH SEASON 2025 Jun 21, 2025 - Aug 30, 2025 Rates are based on up to 8 persons. Add $50 per night per additional person. | - | - | - | $4200 | - | - | 1 Week |
Rates are in Canadian dollars ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | Check-in after | 04:00 PM | | Check-out before | 11:00 AM | | Tax Rate | 13% | | Security Deposit | $500 (Security deposit will be refunded within 10 days of check-out) | | Booking Deposit | 35% due at time of booking (The balance is due 30 days before arrival) | | Accepted Payments | Interac e-Transfer, Visa, MasterCard, American Express | | Cancellation Policy | Strict | | Cottage Rules | View | Fees- Cleaning fee : $200.00
- Pet fee : $150.00
- Small pet : $150.00
- Large pet : $200.00
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NOTES The cleaning fee for the departure day ($200) is in addition to the rental fees listed above. Booking Details If booking more than 30 days in advance: 1. Please complete the rental form on cottagesincanada site and send it to us. Once we receive it, we will confirm ASAP if the requested period is available and we will e mail you the Rental Contract. 2. Please acknowledge you are in the agreement with the rental contract via email and E transfer a $300 ASAP to reserve the period. We will confirm the booking after we receive the $300 and the rental contract 3. The rest of the rental fee is due 30 days before arrival. At the same time the completed rental contract should be e mailed back to the owner completed with the names of all persons renting the cottage and their cars license plates. 4. The $500 REFUNDABLE security deposit is due one day before arrival. Once the $500 is received the door access code will be provided. If booking less than 30 days in advance 1. Please complete the rental form on cottagesincanada site and send it to us. Once we receive it, we will confirm ASAP if the requested period is available and we will e mail you the Rental Contract. 2. Please acknowledge you are in the agreement with the rental contract via email and E transfer the full rent amount to reserve the period. We will confirm the booking after we receive the full payment and the completed rental contract (the completed rental contract should be e mailed back to the owner completed with the names of all persons renting the cottage and their cars license plates). 3. The $500 REFUNDABLE security deposit is due one day before arrival. Once the $500 is received the door access code will be provided. 30% of the rental fee is collected at the time of booking. The balance is due 30 days prior to the date of arrival. The security deposit is typically returned the day after departure, at the latest one week after departure. Rates do not include 13% sales tax (HST) REVIEWS | | Micah |  |
| Our group of 7 stayed 9 days here and had an incredible time!:) Right from the start the owner was kind, accommodating, reasonable, generous and flexible. Even as we requested changes to things, there was always a solution.
The property is amazing, right on the water, and it had everything we needed to enjoy bonfires, canoe trips, comfortably hosting a group indoors, and plenty of beds. It has a very cozy feel to everything:)
If it works out to visit Port Elgin in the future, I will definitely hope to get our group to stay here again:) Thank you for everything!!:)
Stayed: October 2023 Submitted: Dec 12, 2023
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| 5 years and counting. We love this little piece of heaven that is large enough to house our kids and everyone has a private place to themselves . The addition of a dock this year was awesome. We kayaked the river everyday and also took our kayaks down the Saugeen for a change of scenery. Again love the proximity to town for our ice and food runs. Booked again for next year
Stayed: August 2023 Submitted: Sep 06, 2023
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| This was 4th year renting this cottage and we are growing more and more in love with it with the 3 cottages we are able to spend time with our kids (2 families) and they are in love with it too. Saugeen river at our finger tips. Pop the kayaks in and go for a paddle everyday!!!! Grocery store beer store and ice are a 5 min car ride . Best of both worlds. Seclusion and convenience all wrapped up in one at this cottage we even take an adventure and load up the kayaks and go up steam to for a change of scenery. Booked already for next year
Stayed: August 2022 Submitted: Aug 23, 2022
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| We are a group of 11 people, 8 adults and 3 kids. We had a very nice stay. The cottages are comfy and clean. The river view outside cottages is beautiful. There are a lot of activities you can do in the big yard along the river shore. The owner is very nice and answers our questions promptly. Thank you Rick! Highly recommended!
Stayed: June 2022 Submitted: Jun 07, 2022
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| | Pauline |  |
| We had a nice time at the cottage. Rick and his son are both very nice people. The place was clean and they had just added a second fridge which is great. We did have a small issue and they were quick to fix it. I would have to say the grounds need to be cleaned up a bit. Lots of old furniture in the weeds that just needs to be removed. The canoe and kayaks were in amongst the weeds also. We loved South Hampton and the surrounding area and took a day trip into Tobermory. Make sure you book ahead if you want to see Flower Pot Island it is worth it!
Stayed: June 2021 Submitted: Jul 05, 2021
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Owner response: Hi Pauline, We would like to thank you for your comments! Our goal is to offer the best vacation experience for our guests. We also believe the only way for us to improve is to listen to our guests and implement their constructive suggestions ASAP. Thus, we would like to mention that we were not fully satisfied with the new fridges and returned them to Leon's. They were very helpful and have modeled a perfect customer service to us by helping us to secure two new, more expensive, larger fridges, which were delivered the week after you left. So far all our guests have appreciated them! We will continue to keep up with the maintenance as needed and be available to fix anything which needs fixing in a timely manner to satisfy our guests. The grounds: we manicured the extensive grounds after you left! We love nature as it is but you are right: trimming the plants around the property did improve the looks right the way! The weeds from the watercraft area were also trimmed all around and in between kayaks. The old wooden furniture located in different spots over the gardens (due to COVID situation we were not able to store them properly over the winter this year) have seen better days, we agree, and we will have to discard them once we get new ones ASAP. We are shopping for new one now. I hope to see you again next year to check if your suggestions were implemented right! Thanks again, Rick and Alexander | |
$500 - $600 / night $1200 / weekend $3000 - $4200 / week RICK Member since June 2016 Speaks: English Response Rate: 100% |
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