 The Islandview Lakehouse - 1/40  Cottage View - The Islandview Lakehouse was born! - 2/40  shallow entry sandy shoreline - 8/40  relaxation hammock - 9/40  Living Room to Dining Room - 14/40  Dinning Room to Living Room - 15/40  Dining Room to Kitchen - 17/40  Kitchen to Dining - 18/40  Kitchen to side entrance - 19/40  One of upper sitting areas - 21/40  Upper Dining area - 22/40  Cottage Dock Shed w/games/fridge - 23/40  Stairs - Parking to Cottage - 24/40  November light snowfall - 26/40  Full bathroom with shower - 29/40  Master Bedroom - Queen - 33/40  Bedroom 2 - Double - 34/40  Bedroom 3 - Single over double - 35/40  Chirstmas at the cottage - 37/40  Local Dogsledding - 40/40 $325 - $470 / night | CONTACT OWNER |
DESCRIPTIONGENERAL DESCRIPTION  | Sleeps 6 |
 | 3 Bedrooms |
 | 1 Bathroom |
 | Pets allowed
with
restrictions |
 | Smoking
not allowed |
 | Fireplace |
 | Internet |
 | Hot Tub |
 | Ski <25km |
Family Oriented 4 season Cottage with Hot Tub on Kennisis Lake, Haliburton. Stunning 4-season waterfront cottage with 7'x7' Hot Tub, located in the picturesque Haliburton Highlands on the prestigious Kennisis Lake with southern exposure for all day sun! Our cottage has a sand and rock shallow entry shoreline along with stairs for easy lake entry! We are located in a quiet bay of Big Kennisis Lake ideal for swimming and recreation or you can find deep water off the dock! Our property offers a private setting with 100 ft. of shoreline, nestled amongst the trees and stunning natural surroundings. Whether you are seeking adventure, relaxation, a couple's getaway or family vacation look no further! Cottage offers multiple decks with spectacular big lake views where you can always find sun or shade! Our cottage has 3 bedrooms and a 6 guest max total capacity. Cottage has a HOT TUB, with FIBE internet, excellent Wi-Fi and cell phone reception! Our internet is fast, reliable and works well for all your streaming/ video conferencing needs!
Included are; canoe, x2 stand up paddle boards, lily pad floating mat (6'x15'), x2 kayaks, x10 life jackets accommodating most sizes, paddles, docking space for boat/water toys, dry wood for campfire and dry hardwood for winter woodstove heating.
Living room offers ample space for relaxation with leather couches, a wood burning fireplace, 50" S.M.A.R.T. TV with firestick, along with games, cards and cottage reading. Streaming services include Netflix, Disney, Crave, Prime TV and a large selection of DVD's.
On the cottage upper deck you will find a dining table with chairs & umbrella, two Muskoka chairs and premium BBQ with propane included! On the lower deck located at the lake you will find four Muskoka chairs, two lounge chairs an umbrella and 6 additional chairs around the campfire. Our dock shed offers lawn games and an additional full sized fridge!
Our kitchen comes fully stocked with small and large appliances, utensils, full sized fridge, stove and oven ready to cook all those wonderful meals! (Cook not included)
Bathroom: Full sized with toilet and shower where we provide your hand soap, septic safe toilet paper and a first aid kit if needed.
Kennisis Lake is part of a two-lake chain (Big Kennisis and Small Kennisis) which is 25km's long and offers crystal clear spring fed water for all your adventure and exploring needs! For winter, the OFSC trails run our lake and are minutes to the Haliburton Forest's over 400km's of private trails.
If you are bringing your own boat, there is a public launch mins up the road or you can launch your boat at the Kennisis Lake Marina. Marina also offers boat/sea-doo rentals along with Kawartha Dairy Ice Cream, coffee/Smoothie bar and a delicious food truck!
Our cottage is located on a year-round municipally owned (paved) road with easy access all year-round!
Local Attractions: The cottage is across the road from a protected 100,000-acre nature preserve called The Haliburton Forest with the main entrance just mins up the road! The forest offers a world-famous Wolf Observatory known as 'The Wolf Center', Boshkung Smokehouse, along with over 400km's of private groomed trails for hiking, biking, snowmobiling, ATV's and dogsledding!
Other local attractions include close proximity to Sir Sam's ski/mountain bike/spa, Boshkung Brewery and Upscale Restaurant (Rhubarb), Abby Gardens, Golf, Sculpture Forest, Cross-Country Skiing etc.!
Eagle Lake offers stunning dog sled tours for all ages and athletic ability!
Come explore all that the Kennisis Lake has to offer in heart of the Haliburton Highlands and Ontario's vacation paradise!
As our guests we will offer you complete privacy and consider this your home for the duration of your stay! We trust that you will treat our cottage as your own and we are also available to help guide you at any point during your stay!
*IMPORTANT* - We ask that guests DO NOT bring nuts or any kind of nut products I.E. peanuts, pistachios, almonds, trail mix, peanut oil/butter etc. as we have a family member with an anaphylactic allergy to all nuts. Although we cannot guarantee a NUT FREE/Allergen Free environment, we do our best to provide a safe space for those with allergies/asthma.
Guests must be minimum of 30 years of age or older to rent our property and all guests both day/overnight must be included in the contract and in the max total capacity for the property.
Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make your stay amazing or more enjoyable!
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AMENITIES AND EQUIPMENT | | Bedrooms | 3 bedrooms : - 1 single bed - 2 double beds - 1 Queen bed - Crib | | | Kitchen | | | | Communications | | | | General | | | | Entertainment | | | | Outdoors Features | | |
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Whether you seek adventure or relaxation, The Islandview Lakehouse is your perfect gateway to experience the best of the Haliburton Highlands! + VIEW MORE - COLLAPSE | Other Town/Lake/Area: | Haliburton/Minden/Highlands |
Note: The Islandview Lakehouse get's its name from it's breathtaking views and serene surroundings perfectly situated in the picturesque Haliburton Highlands on the prestigious Kennisis Lake. Nestled among majestic pines and hemlocks, our lakehouse offers a tranquil retreat with unparalleled natural beauty.
Location Highlights:
- world renowned wolf observatory, tree top canopy tours and over 400km's of private trails
- close to restaurants and entertainment
- skiing, dogsledding
- ice cream AVAILABILITYLast update: August 16, 2026 |
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RATES | | $325 | $350 | $700 | $1800 | $4500 | - | 3 Nights | HIGH (PEAK) SEASON RATES - 7NIGHT MIN Jun 26, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026 Saturday - Saturday Rentals. Base Rate: + cleaning and HST | $470 | - | $940 | $3300 | $10000 | - | 1 Week |
Rates are in Canadian dollars ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | Check-in after | 04:00 PM | | Check-out before | 11:00 AM | | Tax Rate | 13% | | Security Deposit | $500 (Security deposit will be refunded within 7 days of check-out) | | Booking Deposit | 50% due at time of booking (The balance is due 30 days before arrival) | | Accepted Payments | Interac e-Transfer | | Cancellation Policy | Moderate | | Cottage Rules | View | Fees- Cleaning fee : $160.00
- Pet fee : $50.00
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NOTES - base rate does not include statutory/holidays, premium for these dates. REVIEWS | | Jennifer |  |
| We had a marvellous time at the cottage and truly couldn't have asked for a better week. From the moment we walked in, the hosts set a fabulous ambience, we were greeted by a thoughtful bottle of wine and a s'mores kit waiting on the table!
Highlights of Our Stay:
Exceptional Views & Dining: The view of the lake is breathtaking, and we loved being able to eat outside every single night overlooking the water.
Comfort & Convenience: The cottage has everything you need. The 3 bedrooms feature very comfortable beds, and the kitchen is fully equipped for all your cooking needs.
Waterfront Fun: The dock is lovely, and having kayaks and canoes available allowed us to easily explore the lake and paddle over to the marina. Plus, the fishing was exceptional!
Thoughtful Touches: Because there are many stairs leading down to the cottage, the trolley was an absolute lifesaver for transporting our belongings effortlessly.
Pure Relaxation: Wrapping up a busy day on the water with a soak in the hot tub under the stars was the ultimate way to finish the evening.
If you are looking for the perfect lakeside retreat, this is it. We are already looking forward to coming back!
Stayed: July 2026
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| | Luke | |
| Travis was a fantastic host and super easy to communicate with. He checked in throughout our stay to make sure everything was going well and that we had everything we needed, which was really appreciated.
The cottage was the perfect size and had everything we needed. The living room was spacious, the kitchen was well equipped, and the bedrooms stayed nice and cool. We also loved spending time on the dock, whether it was relaxing in the sun or under the umbrella, and the hot tub was the perfect way to warm up after a swim. We had a great stay and would definitely recommend it!
Stayed: July 2026
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Owner response: Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review, Luke! We're so glad you enjoyed the cottage, the dock, and the hot tub, and that everything was comfortable for your stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we'd be happy to have you back again in the future! | |
| | Sue | |
| Amazing vacation cottage! Something for everyone. Cozy, clean lovely cottage. Everything you need provided and more. Lovely lake and excellent swimming with nice sandy area for little ones. Hot tub was an awesome addition to the cottage. Plenty to do close by hiking, biking etc. close by to a fun marina which was great for those ice cream cravings! Travis was very quick to reply to our questions. The kids and adults can't wait to go back!!!
Stayed: July 2026
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Owner response: Thank you so much for the kind words, we really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience! It means a lot to hear that both the kids and adults had such a great time and were able to enjoy everything from the lake and sandy beach to the hot tub and nearby adventures! We're so glad the cottage had everything you needed and that you were able to make the most of the area (those marina ice cream trips are definitely a must ). It was a pleasure hosting you, and we'd absolutely love to welcome you back anytime! Thanks again for being such wonderful guests! | |
| | Diana | |
| We had a relaxing stay at Travis's cottage. His place exceeded our expectations and I highly recommend it. The cottage had all of the amenities and was very clean, organized and full of thoughtful touches. We especially enjoyed the hot-tub after hiking and also sitting by the campfire looking at the fall colours which overlooks Kennisis Lake. Travis was super quick to respond and was always very helpful if we had any questions. We would definitely stay again and hope to return.
Stayed: September 2025
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Owner response: Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that your stay exceeded expectations and that you found the cottage clean, well organized, and thoughtfully equipped. It's great to know you enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub after hiking and taking in the fall colours by the campfire overlooking Kennisis Lake, those are some of our favourite moments too. We truly appreciate your kind words about our communication, and we're so glad everything came together for a relaxing getaway. You'd be welcome back anytime, and we'd love to host you again on your next visit! | |
| | Julie |  |
| Amazing lake & great island to swim to! The small sandy walk in was perfect for our small children to get in the water & play. The hot tub was great when you get out of the lake & are chilled to the bone. The cottage was nice & cozy with a rustic & welcoming feel! The bedrooms were a bit small but worked for our families. We enjoyed our stay there very much & would recommend to anyone looking for a true cottage experience!
Stayed: August 2025
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Owner response: Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review! We're thrilled to hear your family enjoyed the lake, the island, and that the sandy lake entry and hot tub were a hit. We're also glad you appreciated the cozy, rustic feel of the cottage. It's wonderful to know you had such an enjoyable stay overall, thank you for the recommendation! | |
$325 - $470 / night $700 - $940 / weekend $1800 - $3300 / week $4500 - $10000 / month TRAVIS JAMES Member since September 2024 Speaks: English Response Rate: 100% |
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