 Amazing kayaking. And paddle boarding! - 3/30  A gentle slope to the water. - 5/30  Living Room: View from Kitchen - 6/30  View of Dining Area & Kitchen; From Living Room - 7/30  Bedroom I: Queen Bed - 10/30  Bedroom II: Queen Bed - 11/30  Bedroom II: Double Bed - 12/30  Full Bath; With Shower - 13/30  Where better to have your morning coffee? - 14/30  Where smores are made! - 16/30  More sunset views. - 22/30  Our Cottages Namesake; With Venus - 23/30  Starry starry night. - 25/30  Calm waters / naturalized water yard. - 26/30  Fall. A beautiful time to be at Half-moon Cottage - 27/30  En route to Half-moon Cottage - 28/30  Fall is in the air. - 29/30  A short walk from Half-moon Cottage - 30/30 $375 / night | CONTACT OWNER |
DESCRIPTIONGENERAL DESCRIPTION  | Sleeps 7 |
 | 3 Bedrooms |
 | 1 Bathroom |
 | Pets allowed
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 | Smoking
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 | Internet |
 | Waterfront |
Unwind and enjoy the views from this stunning light-filled water-front cottage, located only 2.5 hours from Toronto. Whether you love to swim, fish, hike, bike, kayak or simply laze in the hammock or relax by the water's edge, Half-Moon Cottage is for you. Completely renovated in 2021, this airy and modern three-bedroom family-friendly cottage is properly equipped to delight the most discerning guests. The cottage amenities, incredible views (made possible by floor-to-ceiling windows), calm crystal-clear waters, mid-morning sun right through to sunset, and the call of the loon will make your stay unforgettable. What You'll Love... - Complete renovation in 2021; everything is brand new, including mattresses, beddings and towels - Custom fully-equipped kitchen with everything you need to whip up a gourmet meal, including new stainless-steel appliances (stove, fridge, microwave, dishwasher), washer/ dryer, coffee maker, kettle, toaster, instapot, and more)
- Upscale contemporary furnishings and décor, including a dining table that comfortably seats eight
- A gradual slope to the lake, with weed-free shallow access (sandy bottom) and deep access off the dock
- Two cottage decks; one with dining for eight and a quiet sitting area for two, and a second for easy access to the BBQ
- Shore deck with sitting for six, in the quintessential Adirondack chairs
- Firepit with views of the lake and the night sky
- Unlimited WiFi
- Pet-friendly cottage, for responsible owners
- Professionally cleaned and sanitized between guests
About Half-Moon Cottage...
Half-Moon Cottage is fully equipped to be your home-away-from home. A lake-view, open-concept kitchen, living room and dining room is made for gatherings. Friends and family can keep the cook company from the large kitchen-island, while others can chat or play games in the near-by living room that comfortably sits seven. And a flat-screen TV and a nap-friendly couch are also there for quieter times. The grassy area in front of the cottage slopes gently to the lake, and is perfect for catch, croquet, spike ball and other outdoor activities. The lake-side fire-pit provides stunning views of the night sky.
Calm and clear waters for swimming, with wade-in and deep entry, are just a few steps from the front deck. Our lake is a deep (reaches depths of 160 feet), crystal-clear, spring-fed lake with sandy and rocky shorelines; it is approximately 6.5 Kms long with beautiful bays and islands to explore. The lake is known for great fishing, with an abundance of bass, pickerel, perch, lake trout and whitefish.
With three bedrooms and a full bath, there's room to accommodate seven people. The space is ideal for families or three couples; the primary and second bedrooms feature queen beds, the third bedroom has a double bed, and the extra-long living room couch converts to a comfortable single bed. The full bathroom includes a vanity with two drawers and a five-foot tub complete with a high-end shower system. All bedding and indoor towels (i.e., bath, kitchen) are provided; outdoor towels are also provided but please also bring your own.
Rental includes use of two kayaks and two paddleboards to explore the lake. Universal adult life-jackets (4) are provided; please bring your own kid-sized life-jackets.
The cottage is located 20 minutes from Kinmount for limited groceries, LCBO and other necessities. Bobcaygeon, Fenlon Falls and Minden are each about 40 minutes away for more in-depth shopping experiences.
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AMENITIES AND EQUIPMENT | | Bedrooms | 3 bedrooms : - 1 double bed - 2 Queen beds - 1 Sofa bed | | | Kitchen | | | | Communications | | | | General | | | | Entertainment | | | | Outdoors Features | | |
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+ VIEW MORE - COLLAPSE | Other Town/Lake/Area: | Bobcaygeon, Kinmount, Fenelon Falls, Minden |
Note: Half-moon Cottage is approximately 2.5 hours from Toronto AVAILABILITYLast update: May 11, 2025 |
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RATES | | - | $375 | $750 | $2500 | - | - | 2 Nights | SPRING 2025 May 03, 2025 - Jun 28, 2025 Rates are based on up to seven (7) persons. | $375 | - | - | $2500 | - | - | 2 Nights | SUMMER 2025 Jun 28, 2025 - Sep 06, 2025 Rates are based on up to seven (7) persons | - | - | - | $3600 | - | - | 1 Week | FALL 2025 Sep 06, 2025 - Oct 31, 2025 Rates are based on up to seven (7) persons | $375 | - | - | $2500 | - | - | 2 Nights |
Rates are in Canadian dollars ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | Check-in after | 03:00 PM | | Check-out before | 11:00 AM | | Security Deposit | $500 (Security deposit will be refunded within 7 days of check-out) | | Booking Deposit | 25% due at time of booking (The balance is due 14 days before arrival) | | Accepted Payments | Interac e-Transfer, Visa, MasterCard, American Express | | Cancellation Policy | Moderate | | Cottage Rules | View | | Fees |
REVIEWS | | Marta |  |
| We couldn't have asked for a better place to enjoy a much-needed week of relaxation. Our time at the Half Moon cottage in October was filled with discovering a plethora of beautiful sights on our daily hikes, followed by returning to savour the breathtaking view of Crystal Lake from the deck.
The meticulous attention to detail in equipping the cottage was truly remarkable. We not only found everything we needed but also delightful extras that made our stay incredibly comfortable and enjoyable. Avril, our host, demonstrated an exceptional level of care and thoughtfulness to ensure that we had a delightful experience, and she was always readily available. We hope to go back!
Stayed: October 2023 Submitted: Oct 27, 2023
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| | Marianne | |
| We chose this Kawartha area cottage because it was only 1 1/2 hours drive from our home to enjoy a week catching up with our brother who was visiting from Australia. Such a lovely place for him to experience a bit of Ontario cottage life. Situated right on the lakefront, the open concept cottage was modern, comfortable and clean featuring a beautiful westerly view from the front deck. It had all the amenities of home. We hiked and kayaked the bay every day and spent many hours sitting on the dock with our Aperol Spritzes in hand. You will love it!
Stayed: September 2023 Submitted: Jan 04, 2024
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| | Don | |
| When you rent Half-moon Cottage, you will discover that it is more like a stay at a resort than a cabin. Almost everything is supplied or can be used if necessary. As with the entire facility, products are of the best quality. The kitchen is fully equipped. Thought has gone into every element of this newly renovated home steps from one of the best lakes in the Kawarthas. There are two kayaks and two paddle boards, with PFDs, paddles and the required safety kits. Swimming is great off the sunny dock. When the sun goes down, there's fire pit on the point, in addition to board games and an excellent audio-visual system, which links up to your laptop with reliable internet service. The nearby towns of Kinmount, Minden, Bobcagyeon and Fenelon Falls provide distractions for cloudy or rainy days - a quirky multiplex movie theatre, great museums, other amusements, and several supermarkets to resupply yourselves. It's a unique experience that will not disappoint!
Stayed: August 2023 Submitted: Sep 01, 2023
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| | Thomas | |
| Half-Moon Cottage is the perfect place for that much-needed summer vacation. Located right on the water, this newly renovated cottage ticked all the boxes for my group of friends. Whether we were spending time out on the dock swapping stories, playing euchre inside as the night wound down, or getting some time out on the lake with the Stand-Up Paddleboards, we made memories that will last a lifetime. I can't say enough about the location of the cottage, and it helps that we had beautiful weather the entire stay. We even spotted a few loons on our last day!
The host, Avril, was incredibly pleasant to communicate with. Instructions for the cottage were simple and easy to navigate. The host was available when we had questions, and she really made sure we had everything we needed to make our stay a pleasant one. The appliances in the cottage are fully functional and work as expected, and I must give a special shoutout to the extremely comfortable and serene hammock.
I had a hard time saying goodbye to Half-Moon Cottage, but my group is already planning for our next stay. We can't wait to get back to Crystal Lake and make some more memories.
Stayed: June 2023 Submitted: Jun 19, 2023
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| | Albert | |
| Booked Half Moon Cottage for a family weekend in May. We were 5 people in total all adults and there was plenty of room for us to be comfy. The cottage was recently renovated and it looks amazing! Well done Avril! Not too fancy but perfect cottage chic.
Amenities were all there and operational. Beds were comfy and the property was so well maintained. It rained on the Saturday so we stayed indoors and played cards, games and streamed movies from our laptop. Wifi was strong. Spent Sunday on the spacious dock where our lab could easier get in and out of the water. She had a blast!
Avril (our contact) was so organized and professional. Every question we had was answered promptly and thoroughly.
Thanks for a great weekend!!!
Stayed: May 2023 Submitted: May 28, 2023
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$375 / night $750 / weekend $2500 - $3600 / week AVRIL FISKEN Member since February 2022 Speaks: English Response Rate: 100% |
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