 Lounge chair on deck - 3/38  view from dining table - 4/38  View of the lake from our deck - 6/38  Entrance to Cottage - 9/38  Kitchen, sliding door to deck - 10/38  Forest view from bedroom - 11/38  Pull out couch and coffee table - 14/38  Coffee table pivots to become a desk - 16/38  Small parking spot - 19/38  Lane leading to property - 20/38  Morning view of lake from deck - 23/38  Ducks seen from canoe in creek - 25/38  Creek connecting Black Lake with another lake - 26/38  Raptor on the wing - 27/38  Heron in nearby wetland - 28/38  Stairs going down to lake - 29/38  Turtles sunbathing on a log - 30/38  Portable Gazebo on deck - 32/38  best outdoor snooze spot - 36/38 $195 - $275 / night | CONTACT OWNER |
DESCRIPTIONGENERAL DESCRIPTION  | Sleeps 3 |
 | 1 Bedroom |
 | 1 Bathroom |
 | Pets
not allowed |
 | Smoking
not allowed |
 | Internet |
 | Waterfront |
SHORT-TERM RENTAL LICENCE NUMBER: STR25-00051 in the Township of Minden Hills Brand new cozy cottage perched on a waterfront cliff on a small lake 2 hours north of Toronto. Perfect for paddlers, hikers, birders, meditation, and those just wishing to relax. Suits a couple (double bed) and one other adult or child over the age of 12 on pull out (twin bed) couch. This beautifully finished custom cabin has a deck overlooking the water with sunset views and surrounded by pine trees. We have seen moose, deer, bear, loons, chickadees, blue jays, warblers, ducks, herons, ravens, eagles and many other birds. The cabin is 2 km from the highway on a narrow and hilly gravel road, and is bordered by the Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Provincial Park. https:/ /www.ontarioparks.ca/park/queenelizabeth2wildlands.
For Ganaraska Hiking Trail Association (GHTS) members, our property is located a 750 m walk from the Ganaraska Wilderness Hiking trail. https://ganaraska-hiking-trail.org/?page_id=26
The terrain is very rugged and beautiful, with rocky hills and a mixed forest of red pine, white pine, oak, cedar, maple and more.
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A modern kitchen is equipped with new small fridge, small stove and microwave. The bathroom has a new shower and new composting toilet. The custom designed 340 sf bachelor layout has a cozy bedroom space plus an open concept living / kitchen area. The coffee table top pulls up to create a desk surface in front of the pullout couch. On cool days, electrically heated floors will keep you very comfortable. There is a ceiling fan and insulated blinds that help keep the cabin cool on hot summer days. And if needed, an air-conditioning unit. All 12 windows in the cabin have a view of trees.
----> Grounds
Outside, you can relax and listen to the wind sighing through the pine trees. Have a nap in a hammock nestled between the cottage and the lake. Lounge on the deck chairs or on the dock. Meditate on the deck or on a mossy nook overlooking the water. You'll be serenaded by loonsong and whippoorwills . Grill your favourite meals on a nice Napoleon BBQ.
A stairway from the deck leads two flights down to a deepwater floating dock that gets hours of full afternoon sun and sunset view. On hot days you can cool off in the forest shade and swim right off the dock. Water entry is deep - about 20 feet so you can't wade in but there is a sturdy ladder on the dock for getting in or out of the lake. There's a kevlar canoe available to paddle around the lake and then down a creek to another lake and river. There are 12 km of waterways to explore without portaging. In addition, there are two plastic kayaks for water fun. The new deck is positioned for perfect privacy to enjoy the breeze, shade, sun, sunset and outdoor dining. Due to the rugged grounds, the property is generally not suited for those with mobility issues. Due to the proximity of a cliff edge and the deepness of the water at the dock it is not suited for children under the age of 12.
There is a great local restaurant 3 km from the cottage that offers take-out. For supplies, there is a small town 10 km away with a variety store, gas station and restaurants. Full grocery and more stores and services are available 20 km away in a larger town.
For guests checking out on Sundays, we usually offer a late check out time - 4 pm. to so you can savour more of the day. If you want to book dates that do not appear to be available on our calendar, please ask, we can be flexible depending on our schedule.
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AMENITIES AND EQUIPMENT | | Bedrooms | 1 bedroom : - 1 double bed - 1 Sofa bed | | | Kitchen | | | | Communications | | | | General | | | | Outdoors Features | | | | Tourist License Number | STR25-00051 | | | |
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WIFI on Rogers MIFI device, average speed tested so far is about 500 Mbps. 1-2 bars internet connectivity is usually available; we cannot guarantee speed or continuity. There is no TV, we recommend you download any movies you want to watch at home and then watch on your tablet or computer. There is a small gazebo around a dining table and four chairs on the deck so you can eat al fresco. The kitchen also has a table and four chairs. + VIEW MORE - COLLAPSE | Other Town/Lake/Area: | Moore Falls |
Note: Cottage is 2 km from highway, on a narrow gravel lane.
Recommend arriving first day during daylight for ease of navigation. AVAILABILITYLast update: June 16, 2025 |
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RATES | | $195 | $275 | $500 | $975 | - | - | 2 Nights |
Rates are in Canadian dollars ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | Check-in after | 04:00 PM | | Check-out before | 10:00 AM | | Security Deposit | $500 (Security deposit will be refunded within 14 days of check-out) | | Booking Deposit | 50% due at time of booking (The balance is due 14 days before arrival) | | Accepted Payments | Interac e-Transfer | | Cancellation Policy | Flexible | | Cottage Rules | View |
REVIEWS | | David |  |
| We enjoyed a relaxing week at Sleepy Pines as first time guests. We found the cottage clean and comfortable. The terrain around the cottage is well described, not for anyone with any mobility issues. Beautiful lakefront view from the tree house like setting, lakefront swimming down at the dock was perfect in the mid September afternoon sun. We were very fortunate with the weather during our stay, had the canoe out one afternoon. Great communication with our hosts for any questions that came up during our stay
Stayed: September 2024 Submitted: Oct 29, 2024
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Owner response: Much appreciated David, it was a pleasure dealing with you and so happy you enjoyed our property! | |
| | Fraser |  |
| This cottage was a joy to stay in. It feels brand new inside with lots of wood, great light, a tidy, tasteful kitchen, and excellent use of space. Perched on a cliff overlooking the lake and tucked in behind a smattering of red pines, it provides great west-facing views, lots of privacy and almost feels like you're in a treehouse. The walk down to the dock is pretty steep so this might not be the place for you if you have mobility issues or young children but the boats are in great shape and there's lots to explore around the lake. The owners provide lots of helpful details and clearly keep the place in great shape; the cottage games and puzzles were a nice touch, too. We would definitely rent this again.
Stayed: August 2024 Submitted: Aug 16, 2024
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Owner response: Thanks Fraser, we are so pleased you were able to enjoy the place! | |
| | Jayson | |
| What a beautiful spot! Felt very private and secluded. The cottage is well appointed with everything we needed for the weekend and was immaculately clean to boot. Bed was very comfy. It was easy to relax. An occasional boat and the loons were the only sounds to be heard. As remote as it feels we were a short drive to some yummy restaurants, bakery and farmers market. The lake is lovely and having access to kayaks and a canoe was such a plus. We will definitely be back!
Stayed: June 2024 Submitted: Jul 02, 2024
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Owner response: Thanks Jayson, glad you both enjoyed it and we appreciate the pics you sent us! | |
| | Claire | |
| Perfect weekend getaway spot!!! We had the most amazing experience at Sleepy Pines. The views were absolutely stunning, the lake was quiet and peaceful (perfect to swim and canoe in!), and everyone on the lake was so friendly and welcoming!
The cabin itself was clean, tidy, well organized and had everything we needed. The owners were great to work with and made every aspect of the stay from the trip up to the check out time feel smooth and effortless. They were kind, attentive, and readily available if needed. You can tell by just being there for a couple of days how much effort and love they have put into this space and how excited they are to share their slice of heaven with others. If you're looking for a peaceful, relaxing, and fun cottage experience - I cannot recommend Sleepy Pines Lakefront Cabin enough!
Stayed: June 2024 Submitted: Jun 18, 2024
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Owner response: Hi Claire, So happy you could get up there and enjoy our little paradise! | |
| | Brenda | |
| This beautiful newly built cottage is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy nature. Perched on the rocks of the Canadian Shield, it's like being in a tree house. Everywhere you look, there are trees and spectacular views. The cottage, and everything in it, is brand new with top quality, easy to use appliances. It is stylishly decorated and well designed to make the best use of space. Every detail and convenience has been attended to. There are comfortable indoor and outdoor spaces for relaxing or dining. The decks face west where you can watch glorious sunsets over the lake. The cottage is in an excellent location for swimming, hiking, canoeing and kayaking. Don't miss out on this gem in cottage country!
Stayed: June 2024 Submitted: Jul 03, 2024
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Owner response: Thanks Brenda for your feedback! As one of our very first guests, we appreciate the time you took to tell us how it went. | |
$195 - $275 / night $500 / weekend $975 / week L SIMKINS Member since May 2024 Speaks: English Response Rate: 100% |
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