 | Sleeps 7 |
 | 4 Bedrooms |
 | 1 Bathroom |
 | Pets allowed
with
restrictions |
 | Smoking
not allowed |
 | Internet |
 | Waterfront |
Welcome to the Westwood Cottage Kawartha. This is a renovated 4-bedroom cottage that is located directly between Bobcaygeon and Buckhorn. Three bedrooms are equipped with queen sized beds and one room has a twin-size bed. The cottage has a new deck equipped with a patio dining set and a lounge chairs. You can relax in the 3-season sunroom that overlooks the lake. Enjoy beautiful sunsets overlooking the water from the sunroom or dock. Enjoy excellent fishing or just relax and enjoy the tranquility this area offers.
We work hard to provide a relaxing, clean and enjoyable space. We invite you to please read the entire listing before booking. We want to ensure that this property is the right fit for you and your group. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask.
This is a great place to disconnect. Listen to the frogs, watch the fish jump, otters swimming, foxes and occasionally the beavers moving about. We also have a couple of deer that live on the Peninsula and and they are often seen at dusk and dawn.
Throughout the duration of your stay you can enjoy the use of a 4-person paddleboat (X1), a canoe (X1), one-person kayaks (X2) and stand-up paddleboards (x2). We are a 5-minute paddle (around the end of the Peninsula) to open waters of Little Bald Lake (we located in a little bay). Little Bald Lake is part of 5 connecting lock-free lakes (Big Bald Lake, Pigeon Lake, Upper Buckhorn Lake, and Chemong Lake). There is a public boat launch just moments from the cottage (free) and a local marina where you can rent a little boat for the day (just a quick 2-minute drive from our door). If you bring a boat, or rent a boat, there are endless opportunities for fishing, to go to the local jumping rock, or the sandbar (you can access all 5 lakes and highlights without going through any locks).
This cottage is perfectly located between two of the best cottage towns around; Bobcaygeon and Buckhorn - both just a 15 to 20-minute drive away. There is the Buckhorn Observatory, Whetung Ojibwa Centre, Bobcaygeon's Bigley's Clothing and Shoe Shop and much more all just 15 minutes away. There are many fairs, festivLs and concerts during the summer months. The Kawartha Country Winery is close by as are many restaurants where you can enjoy great food, stop by the grocery stores to have a stay-at-home meal or catch some fish and throw them on the barbeque! I have an extensive Guidebook for you to reference (electronic and in the cottage itself).
We have 3 queen sized beds and 1 twin sized bed. The room with the twin bed is smaller and as such as a curtain across to ensure ample room around. All linens and indoor towels will be provided. Please note there is no maid service throughout the duration of your stay (Laundry is available for those staying with us for a week or more). We do have a drying rack in the cottage though for shorter stays.
The property is extremely flat and level. The shoreline has been landscaped and is lined with armor stone (140ft). There is also a 5-foot set of stairs for walking into the water. There is a 30-foot dock for you to enjoy (24' flat + 6' ramp). If you have a boat you can use the boat launch and keep your boat at the cottage for the duration of your stay (we have room for two boats). And don't forget amazing nights by the fire pit. Our fire pit has large armor stone seating. We've also put a new deck on the cottage - a great place to sit and relax or have a meal. We also have a new table down by the water for those who really want to eat waterside :)
We are in a little bay so it is quiet and has very little boat traffic. This is great for relaxing as you don't get the traffic and still provides access to all five lakes without using a lock. But all guests should note that we are not on weed free water. There is weed free water a quick paddle away (just around the end of the peninsula). We keep a good portion of weeds cut in the summer (please see all photos as our lake view changes with the seasons as do lake water levels). The water is swimmable and safe, but it may not be for everyone as it is not entirely weed free. We use the water, lots of our guests use the water, but we understand that everyone has different comfort levels. Another thing that guests might not be familiar with are tannins. Tannins is the natural colouration of the water. This impacts the aesthetic only, - provides a darker colour.
Important things to note before booking. Please ensure you have read the following:
- This cottage is not located on crystal clear weed free water (please take note of all photos). In the summer, with the exception of the area we keep up (along the entire shoreline 140'] and approx 40 feet out), this bay has lots of lily pads. Please review all photos for the seasonal lake view (there are less to no weeds in spring and fall). Lots of people swim and enjoy, but we realize it's not for everyone. For that reason we've got lots of water toys to keep you occupied on the water. This is not a sandy/rocky base. If you want crystal clear weed free water for swimming please do not book our cottage.
- There is rural internet at the cottage. It is enough to do limited work-from-home and streaming (~25Mbps). Due to package availability in rural areas a daily limit of 15GB will be imposed. You also need to be aware that service in rural areas is not as reliable nor as fast as city internet. Please be cognizant of your requirements as we do not want frustration as a result of something we cannot control. Renting a cottage does provide an opportunity to disconnect. If you run into issues with overuse or access, the cell service at the cottage is excellent and can be used to create a hotspot. Service for Telus, Bell and Rogers have not tested at the cottage, but we cannot speak to other service providers.
- The maximum occupancy of this property is seven people at all times. This is largely due noise levels (respect for our neighbours) and that we have a septic system.
- 2 bedrooms on are the main level and 2 bedrooms on the lower level.
- The bathroom is located on the main level.
- In early spring/late fall it is likely that the dock is not in. We require the spring run off to go down before it can be put in and need to take it out before a freeze. Please ask before booking to make sure the dock is in if you require it.
- The sunroom is 3-season. If booking in early spring/late fall it could be too cold to use.
- Parking is limited to four cars or two trucks. Vehicles are to be parked in driveway only (please ensure vehicle is not leaking as the driveway is concrete). Parking on the road is not permitted. Any illegally parked cars are subject to towing; applicable fines/towing fees are the sole responsibility of the vehicle owner. If you are bringing a boat and require parking for your trailer, we will accommodate at this our home, which is next door. Please just let us know prior to your arrival.
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