 The view of the lake, and the cottage property area, from the top of the hiking trail. - 1/23  Welcome to the Rock Candy Cottage - guest cabin. - 2/23  A cozy living room with a wood burning stove, a TV, DVD & CD player, books and board games. - 3/23  Open concept main floor - 5/23  The central court w/ the parking area, between the main & the guest cabin and the sauna. - 6/23  Guest cabin, nestled among the trees. - 7/23  A small bedroom with a queen size bed - 8/23  Two twin-size beds, in a sun-lit room with a TV. - 9/23  A twin-size bed, and a desk in the loft. - 10/23  Three-piece bathroom - 11/23  Private back porch - 12/23  Propane barbecue. - 13/23  Private beach with water toys, Muskoka-style chairs and the picnic area. - 14/23  The view of the lakefront and the Rock Candy Mountain. - 15/23  The view of the lake and Rock Candy Mountain. - 16/23  The view of the lake and the mountain, in Autumn foliage. - 17/23  Enjoy a picnic next to the lake. - 18/23  The mountain, dressed in Autumn foliage. - 19/23  A warm sunset observed from the private lakeshore, north by north-west. - 20/23  Fire pit by the lake - 21/23  In late afternoon, golden light. - 22/23  Countless lakes, rolling hills, dense forests at ca. 900' above the sea level. - 23/23 $239 - $259 / night | CONTACT OWNER |
DESCRIPTIONGENERAL DESCRIPTION  | Sleeps 5 |
 | 2 Bedrooms |
 | 1 Bathroom |
 | Pets
not allowed |
 | Smoking
not allowed |
 | Fireplace |
 | Internet |
 | Waterfront |
The United Nations (UN) defines environmental sustainability as "meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs." Our family appreciates the opportunity to share the experience of a sustainable retreat in this Northern camp, situated deep in the Mississagi River Valley. We promote quiet vacationing and safe use of non-motorized water toys and recreational equipment as our small contribution to the environmentally responsible living. We harvest sun energy with solar panels and encourage our guests to recycle and support local economy. The unassuming timber-frame cottage on this property was hand-crafted by a master timber-frame builder to provide a cozy interior space. Hidden among the trees, its exterior causes minimal disruption to the surrounding nature. The space is suitable for families with children or for couples that are seeking to get away from their busy lives and reconnect with each other, undisturbed by throngs of tourists and away from the madding crowds. A small eat-in kitchen on the open-concept ground floor is fully equipped with anything needed to prepare and serve most meals. The large glass doors lead from the kitchen to an outdoor deck, surrounded by luscious trees. The deck is furnished with a propane BBQ and patio table and chair set. The kitchen is joined with a comfortable living room space that has floor-to-ceiling windows, a wood burning stove and a TV. On the second floor, there are two private bedrooms (one with a queen size bed; another with two twin size beds), and a semi-private bedroom (with a twin-size bed). High quality (100% cotton) linens and oversized fluffy towels are provided for indoor use.
For those who need to stay connected, or work while away with the family or friends, there is an office desk in the semi-private loft. The cottage has good cell reception for most carriers, and good internet service (the quality may vary depending on weather conditions).
There is a selection of books, DVDs, VHSs and board games for all ages, and another TV in the second-floor bedroom, for indoor fun.
The cottages is connected with the private lakeshore by a short walking trail. An imposing cliff, rising ca. 300 feet from the rugged Canadian Shield on the East side of the lake, provides a nesting haven for falcons. Under the sunrays that reflect off the rocks, the cliff changes colours from moment to moment during the day, and over the seasons, inspiring awe at its beauty. ("Awe is the feeling of being in the presence of something vast that transcends your understanding of the world ... Dr. Dacher] Keltner writes that awe is critical to our well-being ... it has tremendous health benefits that include calming down our nervous system and triggering the release of oxytocin, the 'love' hormone that promotes trust and bonding." In NYT, January 3, 2023)
We make available for our guests a good, stable canoe, a tandem and a single recreational kayak, and two SUPs. There are also two metal boats that can be propelled by oars and fuelled by the power of your own muscles, for a quiet fishing venture. Guests can use any of the selection of paddles, oars and a few additional beach and lawn toys that are stored in the blue beach shed and in the sauna. The traditional wood-fired cedar sauna (with volcanic rocks) is located next to the woodshed, a short walk from the lake.
A visit in May and early June is ideal to welcome Spring. In the Summer, one can engage in a variety of water recreational activities, stroll on the hiking trails, and shop for fresh organic produce and locally made products from area farms, including a couple of nearby berry-picking or alpaca farms. There are countless lakes and waterfalls throughout the wider Algoma region to be discovered, including the Aubrey Falls Provincial Park with its hiking trails (50 minute drive from the cottage). In the Fall, breath-taking views of rolling hills, lakes and rivers amid the changing foliage make it worthwhile visiting this gorgeous region that had inspired the Group of Seven. Given the right conditions, you might be able to spot the Northern Lights! (https://www.northernontario.travel/algoma-country/auroras-in-algoma).
The closest store is Tunnel Lake Trading Post (10 minute walk from the cottage): it has emergency cooking supplies, and a superior stock of camping, fishing, and hunting supplies; a small LCBO, and a gas station. You may be able to arrange a boat rental with the trading post for fishing on the Tunnel Lake, mere minutes away from the cottage.
The nearby towns - Iron Bridge, Thessalon, Bruce Mines and Little Rapids - \ offer essential services and conveniences such as grocery stores, LCBOs, pharmacies and health services, cafes, or restaurants, and, for antiquing enthusiasts, several antiques stores that may hold a hidden treasure for you.
Please note that the cottage is located ca. 1 hour away from Sault Ste. Marie; 3 hours from Sudbury; six hours from Toronto, and seven from Ottawa. Well-worth the trip - saves you from the urge to get on the plane and globe-trot!
There is also a larger, main cabin (accommodates 8-10 people) available for rental on the same property. Each cabin (guest or main) can be rented separately, or together for larger family groups (see the listing for "Timber-frame cottage on a crystal-clear lake). Please contact the owners for any of these options.
Please note that this place is not ideal for smokers or those travelling with pets, as we do not allow smoking or pets on the property.
Emergency room, hospital:
North Shore Health Network - Thessalon Site
135 Dawson St, Thessalon, ON P0R 1L0
(705) 842-2014
Main Street Pharmacy
156 Main St, Thessalon, ON P0R 1L0
(705) 842-2322
Pharmasave central Algoma Pharmacy
9242 Highway 17 East, Bruce Mines, ON
(705) 785-3555
Gas stations: Tunnel Lake Trading Post, Thessalon, Iron Bridge, Bruce Mines
+ READ MORE - COLLAPSE AMENITIES AND EQUIPMENT | | Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms : - 3 single beds - 1 Queen bed | | | Kitchen | | | | Communications | | | | General | | | | Entertainment | | | | Outdoors Features | | |
Summer Activities
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Internet reception may be sketchy. + VIEW MORE - COLLAPSE | Other Town/Lake/Area: | Tunnel Lake; Wharncliffe, Algoma, Elliot Lake |
Note: The cottage is situated on a treed lot, in Northern Ontario's Algoma District.
It is located 1 hour south-east of Sault Ste. Marie, 2 1/2 hours west of Sudbury, and a day trip from the major cities in the general region (Toronto, Ottawa, Chicago, Detroit, Toledo). The nearest towns are Iron Bridge, Thessalon, Little Rapids and Bruce Mines, each between 20 and 30 minutes away from the cottage by car.
The property itself is off of Highway 129, 1 km away from the Tunnel Lake Trading Post. AVAILABILITYLast update: April 15, 2024 |
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RATES | BASE RATE Rates are based on up to 4 persons. Add $15 per night per additional person. | $239 | $259 | $518 | - | - | - | 5 Nights |
Rates are in Canadian dollars ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | Check-in after | 03:30 PM | | Check-out before | 10:30 AM | | Tax Rate | 13% | | Security Deposit | $250 (Security deposit will be refunded within 14 days of check-out) | | Booking Deposit | 50% due at time of booking (The balance is due 59 days before arrival) | | Accepted Payments | Interac e-Transfer, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover | | Cancellation Policy | Moderate | | Cottage Rules | View | Fees- Cleaning fee : $150.00
- Security deposit : $250.00
- Electricity : $9.50
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NOTES Cleaning (performed after your stay) is $150. Security deposit is $250; if no damage is done, it will be reimbursed within 14 days of the checkout. Guests are expected to read and sign the rental agreement before the reservation is confirmed. REVIEWS | | Craig |  |
| We had a wonderful vacation. Beyond all expectations. A place to re-connect with nature, a shore lunch, a paddle and a swim in the clean waters on a shallow beach. A perfect place for children and adults alike.
A lovely hiking trail just minutes away took us to a spectacular view of the surrounding lakes.
The cottage was clean and has all the comforts of home.
Sanda and Victor are so warm and welcoming, and always took the time for any questions and information we had asked for. They made this happen for us and we could not be more thankful. Memories were made here and we would gladly come again.
We feel very lucky to have had this experience and would highly recommend this location to anyone looking for a tranquil vacation.
Stayed: September 2023 Submitted: Oct 14, 2023
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| | Bob | |
| A very cosy cottage among tall deciduous and coniferous trees on Cummings Lake
in Algoma (near Sault Ste. Marie) MUST be on your short list for rental cottages.
The lake is clean, clear and offers warm shallow beach area for all ages to swim.
Fishing at the base of Rock Candy Mountain's dramatic cliff or hiking nearby trails
or visiting the many nearby trading posts will fill your days with a variety of pleasures.
During our early September visit there were no bothersome bugs to spoil the
warm late summer days and evenings. A most enjoyable experience indeed!
Stayed: September 2023 Submitted: Sep 10, 2023
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| | Paula | |
| Our stay at the cottage was truly wonderful. The cottage buildings themselves are lovely and comfortable, beautifully finished with wooden beams everywhere and equipped with everything you could possibly need, including a fireplace and two barbecues--gas and coal. The large lawn leads down to a sloping beach where we enjoyed swimming, snorkelling, paddling, and roasting marshmallows over an open fire. The view from both the beach and the house is breath-taking! We could see the cliff of Rock Candy Mountain, which glowed with unbelievable colours during sunset.
The cottage is also well located! We found nearby trails to explore, climbing Rock Candy mountain to gain beautiful views. The nearby trading post had essentials and special, unexpected gifts, and we came across nearby farms with fresh vegetables and delicious baked goods.
The only thing lacking was more time to explore and enjoy! We definitely want to return.
Stayed: May 2023 Submitted: May 26, 2023
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| | Catherine | |
| My family and I would like to thank Sanda and Victor for the wonderful time that we spent at your cottage. Sanda is really proactive and was able to answer all our questions before our departure.
The cottage is well-appointed and super clean. We really enjoyed relaxing in the living in front of the great fireplace. The view of the lake and the cliff from the cottage allowed us to unwind.
We will definitely come back.
Thank you! Muchas gracias!
Stayed: April 2023 Submitted: May 16, 2023
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$239 - $259 / night $518 / weekend ANKA & ROBERT Member since August 2021 Speaks: English Response Rate: 100% |
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