 The cottage is flanked by crown land with acres of well groomed, varied-terrain trails - 1/40  Very spacious lodge style cottage with solid reclaimed barn beams, parking for 4-6 cars - 3/40  Front of cottage facing lake - 4/40  Two very cosy wood burning stoves - 5/40  Idyllic two acre property with amazing views and 200ft of clear waterfront - 6/40  Pool Table, Fusbol, Darts, DVD & book library, Board games, Darts, Piano - lots to do inside! - 7/40  Spacious living room with wood fire stove, lake views and open-concept kitchen/bar - 8/40  Enjoy drinks at the kitchen/bar - includes a blender for Margaritas! - 9/40  Large lakeside firepit - 10/40  Gradual entry sand beach - canoes, kayak, life jackets and floating mat (not pictured) for guest use - 12/40  Water is deep enough to jump off - 13/40  Sun Room nestled in the trees, lake views and screened in windows. Has two sofa beds (unheated). - 14/40  Cottage is set far back from a quiet road at the end of a long driveway. - 15/40  Porch swing, hammocks, muskoka chairs....so many spots to relax and take in the lake! - 16/40  10-12 seat Patio dining table under natural shade of trees - 17/40  Open concept living room, kitchen & Bar - 18/40  80ft Zip line provides hours of fun for all ages! - 19/40  Master bedroom with European style King sized bed - 20/40  Master bedroom has a an adjacent room with crib and single bed. - 21/40  Master bedroom has a an adjacent room with crib and single bed. - 22/40  Master bedroom has a an adjacent room with crib and single bed. - 23/40  Bedroom 2 - Queen bed - 24/40  Bedroom 3 - Double bed - 25/40  Bedroom 4 - ground floor, 1 Queen and 1 Double - 26/40  Ground floor fully stocked Kitchen, original 1960's stove, views and direct access out to lake - 27/40  Ground floor, kitchen & living area includes Soccer table - 28/40  Ground floor dining/living room with wood fire stove and cosy library corner - 29/40  Truly a place to gather and make memories - 30/40  Spacious bathroom with claw foot tub - 31/40  Floating mat is fun for both adults and kids! - 34/40  Second hideaway deck under the pines, relax while kids play on floating mat - 35/40  Picnic table is great for breakfasts and drinks while you BBQ - 36/40  Fishing for all seasons, the lake is well stocked with Trout and Bass etc - 37/40  Lake St Peter Provincial Park is 5mins and has a wide sandy beach and volleyball - 38/40  Lake St Peter Provincial Park has a 3-5km trail with a kettle pond and lookout point - 39/40 $375 - $650 / night | CONTACT OWNER |
DESCRIPTIONGENERAL DESCRIPTION  | Sleeps 10 |
 | 4 Bedrooms |
 | 2 Bathrooms |
 | Pets allowed
with
restrictions |
 | Smoking
not allowed |
 | Fireplace |
 | Internet |
 | Waterfront |
 | Ski <25km |
IDYLLIC and secluded 2-acre property on Lake St Peter. Perfect all-season getaway for families and groups. Hiking/ ATV/Snowmobile trails opposite! Quiet hilltop bay with majestic views, sunny south-facing lakefront, minimal traffic and excellent fishing. 2000 sq ft cottage, 4 bedrooms, Wood-fire stoves, 2 kitchens, Sun room, Fusbol, darts, DVDs, games. Shallow-entry sand beach, grass lawn, dock, decks, canoes/kayak, floating mat, fire-pit, zip line. LSP Provincial Park 5mins. 25mins Algonquin (FREE pass included). 3hrs GTA.
NOTE:
- Check calendar for availability and rate table for up to date information.
- From June 28 - Sept 2, 7 night minimum applies, Friday to Friday check-in.
Enjoy your very own piece of Canadian nature with two acres of beautiful forest, lawns and lakefront.Uniquely designed, Serendipity Lodge boasts reclaimed barn beams and many original features. The cottage is on a double corner lot, far back from the road at the end of a long, tree-lined driveway with magnificent views over the lake. All roads are plowed in winter. Multiple options for relaxation, play and dining include bar, sun room, two decks, gazebo, hammocks, 10-seat patio table, picnic bench. This is truly a place to gather and make memories.
The water is perfect for swimming and young children; clear and clean with a sandy, shallow-entry beach. Fish can be caught right off the dock. Some of the best trails in Ontario for snowmobiling, ATVs and hiking are right on our doorstep. You can also canoe, walk or drive to Lake St. Peter provincial park with its wide sandy shallow beach, volleyball and hiking trail. Algonquin park east gate is less than 25mins drive giving you access to hiking trails, waterfalls, lakes and the historical Logging museum.
Upper level: Hallway, 3 bedrooms (King + single + crib, Queen & Double), Living room, wood-fire stove, Kitchen & bar, Sun Room (2 sofa beds), bathroom.
Ground Level: Kitchen, dining room, Fusbol game area, fourth bedroom (1 Queen + 1 double), bathroom, sauna, laundry room.
+ Very private, double-lot, two acres trees, grass and 200 feet waterfront
+ South exposure lakefront, sun all day long
+ 156km multi-use trails directly opposite cottage driveway
+ Wi-Fi throughout
+ Indoor sauna
+ 4 bedrooms
+ 2 fully stocked kitchens
+ Sunroom with screened-in windows
+ Open concept kitchen/dining room
+ 2 wood stove fireplaces & general heating
+ Fusbol, Pool table, Arcade, Darts
+ DVD library, books, board games, Puzzles,
+ TV, Chromecast, Sonos system
+ 4-burner Napoleon propane BBQ
+ Large lakeside fire-pit
+ Two decks, dock and floating dock
+ 80ft Zip line & Ninja warrior course
+ Floating mat
+ Canoe, 2 adult Kayaks (fishing kayak), 2 kids kayaks, 2 SUPs life jackets
+ Hammocks
+ Crib/toddler bed & High Chair
+ Parking for 4-6 cars
+ Long driveway, cottage set far back from road
+ Lake St. Peter provincial park 2 mins
+ Multiple Boat launches nearby
+ Snowmobile/ATV, Cross-country extensive trails
+ Great for bear/moose/deer hunting and fishing enthusiasts
+ Algonquin 20 mins
+ Crown land surrounding cottage
Note:
1. All guests are required to sign and return personal booking contract
2. Pets allowed with prior approval only and limited in number. Pet fee applies.
3. Parents with young children need to take care as there are no toddler proofing etc.
4. Sofa bed in main living room
5. Sun Room is unheated (2 additional sofa beds)
6. Indoor staircase is narrow.
7. Electric heating throughout - in extreme cold the wood stove fires essential. Guests must be familiar with their usage for winter rentals.
Known as the 'Wild side of Algonquin' and set in the spectacular rolling hills of Hastings Highlands, the cottage is minutes from Lake St. Peter Provincial Park with a wide sandy beach, canoe & kayak rentals, Volleyball courts and hiking trails. Algonquin East gate is 25mins north. Crown land is all around you. Madawaska trail passes by the cottage, connecting to the 156km Heritage Hastings multi-use trail (B106E) for biking/hiking/ATV/Snowmobiling.
Linkie's General Store & Gas Bar is just 5mins away. The historic village of Maynooth is en route with bustling cafes and tea room, art galleries, antique stores, a farmer's market every Saturday May-Oct (every first Sat in Winter), Gas store with DVD rental & Bait, Snowmobile & Dog sledding tours, Ice-Skating rink, LCBO. The dramatic beauty of this region has long attracted artists including members of the Group of Seven who painted here. Maynooth is still home to many artists, artisans, musicians, writers and creators and hosts frequent community events.
The larger town of Bancroft is 30 min south and has all local amenities, Canadian Tire, Shoppers, No Frills, Dollarama, Food Farmland, gift shops, restaurants and pubs etc.
More about LAKE ST PETER PARK: - offers a variety of outdoor activities for the nature enthusiast and for those enjoying a quiet retreat. Enjoy exploring the park offshore, with canoe, kayak and paddleboat rentals. The park boasts a large picturesque, sandy shoreline, with horseshoe pits, a volleyball court and picnic areas. Lake St. Peter caters to anglers and boaters, who can launch from the ramp at the tip of the peninsula. The Lookout Trail crosses rugged terrain and leads to a spectacular lookout over the lake. Hikers can also enjoy the longer Cabin Trail, which branches off the Lookout Trail, to explore the history and inhabitants of an abandoned log cabin on the route.
More about ALGONQUIN PARK: - The essence of Algonquin is in its vast interior of maple hills, rocky ridges, and thousands of lakes. The only way to explore the interior of this park is by canoe or on foot. There is also a second Algonquin - along the 56 kilometre stretch of Highway 60. Here you can enjoy camping at one of eight campgrounds, hike one of 14 trails, take part in extensive Natural Heritage Education programs, and visit Algonquin's exceptional Visitor Centre, Logging Museum and Art Centre.
More about EASTERN ONTARIO TRAILS: - Enjoy limitless outdoor activities surrounded by nature, in your very own natural playground. The 156km Heritage Hastings trail follows an old abandoned railway line and is part of the Eastern Ontario Trail Alliance (EOTA) that boasts a 700+ km network of trails that offer an adventurous mix of terrain. ATV enthusiasts will be thrilled with the scenic ride as the trail system cuts through muddy wetlands, incredible forests, around lakes and over rolling farmlands. Whether hiking, cycling, horseback riding, canoeing, ATVing or snowmobiling, are your pleasure, we have TRAILS you'll want to explore.
For SNOWMOBILERS - The area lies in Snow Country Snowmobile Region OFSC District 6. Enjoy 2850 km/1770 miles of super sledding across rolling farmlands and mixed forests. Our Snow Country landscape is 100 per cent Canadian Shield.Our winters offer crisp temperatures, plenty of snow and our clubs work together to provide well-groomed, well-marked trails from mid-December to late March.
More about HUNTING & FISHING:- North Hastings has long been recognized for its many angling opportunities. Our clean lakes and rivers offer anglers a variety of fishing experiences. We even have our own North Hastings species of fish, the Jewel Trout! Stocking lists for all lakes are available through the MNR website. Boats, maps and other equipment are available through our local outfitters.
When the leaves have fallen, North Hastings comes to life with the annual deer hunt, during the first two weeks of November. "The hunt" is an important part of local culture and our local economy. Hunters descend on North Hastings, hunt camps are filled and two weeks of quality hunting mixed with camaraderie make this a much anticipated annual event. For hunting regulations please check out the MNR website..
Getting around
Circa 2hrs 45 mins from Ottawa, 3hrs from Toronto.
+ READ MORE - COLLAPSE
AMENITIES AND EQUIPMENT | | Bedrooms | 4 bedrooms : - 1 single bed - 2 double beds - 2 Queen beds - 1 King bed - 3 Sofa beds - Crib | | | Kitchen | | | | Communications | | | | General | | | | Entertainment | | | | Outdoors Features | | |
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EASTERN ONTARIO TRAILS 700+ km network of adventurous terrain including 156km Heritage Hastings trail for ATV, Snowshoe, hiking, biking. Snowmobile OFSC 2850 km pristine sledding,100% Canadian Shield. LAKE ST PETER PARK large sandy beach, horseshoe pits, volleyball court, picnic areas, canoe, kayak & paddleboat rentals, boat launch ramp at peninsula tip. Lookout Trail with rugged terrain and spectacular viewpoint. ALGONQUIN PARK:vast interior of maple hills, rocky ridges, and thousands of lakes. + VIEW MORE - COLLAPSE | Other Town/Lake/Area: | Bancroft |
Note: Hastings Highlands, 30 mins from Algonquin East Gate (Leaf Lake Ski Trail) and 30mins from Bancroft.
Circa 2hrs 45 mins from Ottawa, 3hrs from Toronto. Heritage Hastings trail is good for biking/walking. Leaf AVAILABILITYLast update: January 18, 2025 |
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RATES | BASE RATE Rates are based on up to 8 persons. Add $50 per night per additional person. | $375 | $475 | $950 | $2700 | - | - | 2 Nights | HOLIDAY WEEKENDS Jan 01, 2025 - Dec 20, 2025 Min 3 nights for all holiday weekends | - | - | - | - | - | $550 | 353 Nights | MARCH BREAK Mar 07, 2025 - Mar 16, 2025 Rates are based on up to 8 persons. Add $50 per night per additional person. | $550 | - | - | $3750 | - | - | 5 Nights | MID SEASON SUMMER May 16, 2025 - Jun 27, 2025 | $400 | - | $1000 | - | - | - | - | SUMMER (7 DAY MIN) Jun 27, 2025 - Sep 01, 2025 Friday to Friday check-in. Note holiday weeks $4850 /week. Rates are based on up to 10 persons. Add $100 per night per additional person. | $650 | - | - | $4550 | - | - | 1 Week |
Rates are in Canadian dollars ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | Check-in after | 04:00 PM | | Check-out before | 10:00 AM | | Tax Rate | 13% | | Security Deposit | $1000 (Security deposit will be refunded within 14 days of check-out) | | Booking Deposit | 50% due at time of booking (The balance is due 90 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 : $75.00
- Bed linens & towels price per bed : $20.00
- Pet fee : $75.00
- Additional guests (over 8 guests) p/guest p/night : $50.00
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NOTES 3% fee applies to Credit card bookings REVIEWS | | Rathini |  |
| This was a charming cottage with lots to both inside and outside. 10 of us stayed for the August long weekend and had a wonderful time. The location was perfect, and the cottage had everything you'd need. It was peaceful with beautiful views! Loved the kayaks, canoes, all the outdoor activities and oh the Zen deck!
The communication with Natasha was smooth and prompt, making the booking process hassle-free. They accommodated all our needs.
Like other reviews mentioned, it was very buggy given that it's surrounded by nature and far from the main roads. Bug repellent is a must.
Thank you for having us!
Stayed: August 2024 Submitted: Aug 09, 2024
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Owner response: Hello Rathini, Thanks for your review - we were happy to host you and your group and glad you had a wonderful time! | |
| | Debra |  |
| Most amazing stay! So much to do rain or shine. Great friendly surroundings for our entire family to include 3 dogs! Cottage was beautiful my favourite spot was the sun / screen room actually we couldn't get enough of every room lol the zip line was sooo much fun for us all and I'm 50ish!! The Zen dock was beautiful ALL outside spaces were beautiful and amazing inside was fun and the games kept us entertained (pool table Pac-Man etc)
Can't say enough, we would love to return to this cottage again and again and we will :) <3
Stayed: July 2024 Submitted: Aug 23, 2024
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Owner response: Hello Debra, thanks for your lovely review! It's so nice to hear about all the things you enjoyed and your little dogs were very cute. Please come back again soon! | |
| | Troy | |
| Amazing cottage, Did a guys fishing trip in May here. Owner's were a pleasure to deal with. Even when we made some last minute changes. No shortage of entertainment at this cottage inside and out. We were there 6 days and didn't get to everything available. The park pass to Algonquin was a huge bonus as we made 3 excursions into the park while we were there. Very private and large secluded lot. So many different areas to lounge and enjoy. Very clean and very well equipped with everything you might need. Can't say enough good things about this place. Looking forward to a return trip.
Stayed: May 2024 Submitted: May 16, 2024
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Owner response: Hello Troy! It makes us so happy to hear that you enjoyed our place so well and made good use of the Algonquin Park pass. We're looking forward to welcoming you back to experience the cottage and area in full Fall glory! thanks for being wonderful guests Natasha & George | |
| | Larissa | |
| My group and I had a great time in October. The cottage was very spacious, and I was immediately struck by the beautiful view from the large downstairs kitchen window overlooking the lake upon entering.
Since it rained for 3 of the days we were there, we made very good use of the activities available indoors. The foosball, pool table and arcade game were a huge hit with us all, and we spent hours down there every day. The rest of the time we were able to enjoy the extensive DVD collection upstairs as well as play the board games provided in the evening downstairs on the large kitchen table.
On the last day, with better weather, we took one of the canoes out for a paddle. The area was beautiful to explore, and I highly suggest taking advantage of the watercraft provided to see it. We were also able to enjoy the "axe throwing", zipline and the large firepit with plenty of seating. Don't forget to try lounging on the comfy beanbags provided on the Zen Deck while you enjoy a beverage; it was such a beautiful view and a very memorable moment for my husband and I.
Overall, our entire group agreed Serendipity Lodge would be well worth another visit in the future. The location is secluded and private, while also being a short drive from all the shops you'd need.
The hosts were also very gracious and explained everything well. Thank you, Natasha and George for a wonderful weekend!
Stayed: October 2023 Submitted: Nov 02, 2023
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Owner response: Hi Larissa, thank you for your very detailed review. It's a shame you had rain that weekend but we're so glad you had lots of fun indoors and still managed to get out for a paddle and drinks on the Zen deck. All the more reason for you to come back again! See you next time! Natasha & George | |
| | Aaron | |
| From the moment we arrived, we were captivated by the idyllic surroundings and the charm of the cottage itself. It's the perfect blend of rustic and modern, making for an extremely comfortable stay.
The cottage was sparkling clean, and it's evident that a lot of thought has gone into ensuring that guests have everything they need. The kitchen was well-equipped, the beds were comfy, and the living space was cozy ? it really felt like a home away from home.
What sets this place apart is not just the accommodations but also the natural beauty that surrounds it. Whether it was a morning coffee by the lake or a late-night bonfire under the stars, every moment was special.
A word of advice for future visitors - don't forget to pack some mosquito repellent; nature is bountiful here, and that includes a few mosquitos. :)
The host was incredibly friendly and responsive, which just added to the ease and enjoyment of our stay.
We can't thank the owners enough for sharing this gem with us. This is a place where memories are made, and we can't wait to make more on our next visit! 5 stars all the way!
Stayed: June 2023 Submitted: Jun 16, 2023
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Owner response: Hello Aaron, Thank you for your kind words and your deep appreciation of the nature and beauty surrounding Serendipity Lodge. It's such a pleasure for us to hear about others enjoying the environment and unique setting as much as we do! Please do visit us again, we would be very happy to host you. | |
$375 - $650 / night $950 - $1000 / weekend $2700 - $4550 / week NATASHA UPAL Member since October 2019 Speaks: English Response Rate: 100% |
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