 | Sleeps 10 |
 | 5 Bedrooms |
 | 2 Bathrooms |
 | Pets
not allowed |
 | Smoking
not allowed |
 | Fireplace |
 | Internet |
 | Waterfront |
Cottage on the largest, most prisitine lake in Haliburton, Ontario.
Escape to 825 feet of private lakefront on a 2 acre point of land, a partially-wooded cottage property. Gorgeous lake views on all sides. All this along with a beautiful, south-facing, hard-packed sandy beach! A very private and restorative environment. Just heaven for kids with wonderful beach, pristine swimming water, treehouse, cabin and so many play areas to explore.
(Please note: temporary delay in accepting bookings for summer 2025
Many families cottaging here return to 'Abideawhile' year after year!
"Out of all our family vacations, the kids still say that your cottage is their favourite! Please let us know if there are any cancellations." Jill in Kitchener 2020
"Our cottage week was all we could have hoped for and more. The children so enjoyed the treehouse, hammocks, lake and beach, as we did. We will take home with us special memories to last a lifetime. We hope you will consider us for a repeat next year . . . we did not quite get enough hammock time!" Peterborough family 2018
"We have had a superb week on Eagle Island, enjoying your most special retreat. Each day we felt as though we were building on our general health and well-being. The pristine water and woods, the comfortable cottage, the multiple play zones . . . it is all a perfect setting for our family get-together. Smith family 2022
"What an amazing experience!! Our family will cherish the memories of this week for the rest of their lives. Thank you for . . . introducing us to this most magical location." Elora family 2020
Your family can also relax in this spacious, comfy 5-bedroom cottage (with 3 large queen bedrooms) and a very generous Games Room -perfect for gatherings, family games, fun - and ping pong matches! The 2400 sq. foot cottage is filled with natural light and windows giving long lake views. The cottage and property provide it all: the environment, space and comfort to create a restorative holiday.
The large south-facing beach area at the main docks has a hard-packed sandy bottom and a gradual entry. Clear water is perfect for swimming - or wading along the shore on the sandy shallows. Lounge with a book and morning coffee on the spacious waterfront dock - or jump off end of the dock into beautiful, deep water!
This partially-wooded cottage property has so many 'destinations' to discover. Two well-loved spots near the shore each with a chair hammock are perfect for reading or enjoying the view and lake breezes. The tree house over-looking the lake is an inspiring retreat for children or adults.
Kids will have great fun fishing right off the dock or could head out with adults in the pontoon boat for great, deeper lake fishing. Enjoy an evening camp-fire at the fire pit with lots of seating & dry firewood ready to use. The planets and hundreds of stars in the night sky, all amazingly visible.
The cottage, on Eagle Island is two minutes by boat from private docks and a private parking area. The short boat ride to the cottage from the small protected bay gives rise to feelings of truly beginning a northern get-away holiday.
Boat that holds all the family included in rental. (NOTE: at least one adult member of your family must have a boater's license, as the pontoon boat is included in the cottage rental and is available for your enjoyment.)
Interior Description:
Very well-equipped kitchen including all the high-quality smaller appliances you enjoy at home: a four-slice toaster, coffee maker, crock pot and electric griddle. (Water source is lake with 3 stage UV filtered, potable.) The kitchen opens up to a generous living area with a large antique wooden dining table, which comfortably seats everyone! Added to this a fireplace and extensive windows with wonderful views down the lake.
Bedrooms have newer, high-end, luxury mattresses (most from the Marshall Mattress Co.) so that climbing into bed is a pleasure. The cottage sleeps 10 comfortably. Each of the 3 larger bedrooms has a queen bed. One of the smaller bedrooms has bunk beds and in the 5th bedroom, a double bed.
Two full bathrooms. One is a double ensuite bathroom off the master bedroom and the other a 3-piece bathroom (with shower).
French doors open from a sitting area to a large, comfortable Games Room with pine ceilings and more long lake views! A favourite, welcoming spot for family games and gatherings. With a ping pong table, games table, piano and newly upholstered sofas in a sitting area, this is the spot for fun, conversation and relaxation.
The Cabin:
The cabin has one set of bunk beds and a single bed and a small washroom! Large windows provide a great views over the lake.
Exterior Description:
With 825 feet of lakefront, towering white pines and a multitude of lake views, you'll enjoy the privacy and walks on trails to many favourite spots. For children this place is heaven. So much room to run, various spots to explore, a bunkie to play in (and perhaps have an overnight using its bunk bed and single bed), a tree house overlooking the lake and the beautiful, extensive sandy beach/shoreline area.
The water quality and clarity of the lake is exceptional. Great swimming at the south-facing beach area beside the ample docks with shallow, clear water, a shore with hard-packed sand underfoot, so you can wade out gradually with great comfort. This beach area is a great spot to launch the adult kayaks or canoe for a quiet morning paddle around the island.
The dock shed holds all the waterfront equipment: life jackets, kids' kayaks, noodles, the fishing rods and a bar fridge for cold drinks. So, items for waterfront comfort and fun are right at hand. This traditional Muskoka-style wood-siding cottage has three exterior decks and has long lake views,facing down the length of Kawagama Lake.
Amenities:
Smoke-free, internet, good cell reception, TV and DVD player, propane BBQ with full tank, many board games,cards CD player, coffee maker, fireplace,
canoe and paddles, 4 adult kayaks and paddles, 2 kids' kayaks and paddles, swim noodles, life jackets, beverage fridge in dock shed, ping pong table
good cell reception! WIFI, TV, DVD player, teak loungers, hammocks, blankets and quality pillows for the beds
Surrounding Area Activities:
Such an abundance of great things to do. Here are some ideas!
Village of Dorset is only 15 minutes away! (A picturesque, historic little town, right on the water's edge of Lake of Bays. Great little shops, 'Robinsons' large grocery store, LCBO and waterfront dining. Enjoy a Kawartha Dairy ice cream cone as you watch Lake of Bays' boats arrive at the public docks.
Explore Kawagama Lake: This large lake has over 83 km of shoreline, small islands, miles of kayaking, boating and terrific fishing. While boating, visit the two marinas for ice cream cones!
Pricing:
Saturday to Saturday rental only. June 26th 'till September 4th: rental is $2,900/ week. This rental includes the use of the pontoon boat! (PLEASE NOTE: At least one adult family member must have a boater's license.)
House Rules and Cancellation:
50% deposit required when booking. Please note: two weeks before the rental period both the balance owing and a $600 damage/cancellation cheque will be due. (If it's your first year renting, your hosts will boat you to the island and answer any questions.)
(PLEASE NOTE: at least one adult family member must have a boating license, as the pontoon boat is included in the rental.) One week minimum rental.
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