 Front door and screened in porch - 1/12  Living and dining area, fireplace - 2/12  Private dock and sandy beach, walk in or dive for swimming - 3/12  Canoe, fire pit and dock - 4/12  Master bedroom with queen size bed - 5/12  Second bedroom Double and twin beds - 6/12  Living room and fireplace - 9/12  Screened in porch - 10/12  Sunset on the dock - 12/12 $1000 - $1200 / week | CONTACT OWNER |
DESCRIPTIONGENERAL DESCRIPTION AMENITIES AND EQUIPMENT | | Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms : - 1 single bed - 1 double bed - 1 Queen bed | | | Kitchen | | | | Communications | | | | General | | | | Entertainment | | | | Outdoors Features | | |
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Private lake with pristine waters, hiking path through woods. Peace and quiet with no motor boats or ATVs. Nature at it's best. + VIEW MORE - COLLAPSE LOCATIONLOCATION| Province: Ontario | | Region: Eastern Ontario | | City: Griffith | | | Distance from ski resort: | Less than 25 km |
| | Nearest Body of Water: | McCharles lake - privately owned |
| | Waterfront: Yes |
| Other Town/Lake/Area: | Centennial lake |
Note: Located near Griffith Ontario and The Matawatchan River on 200 acres of private property AVAILABILITYLast update: August 12, 2025 |
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RATES | | - | - | - | $1000 | - | - | 1 Week | SUMMER Jun 23, 2025 - Sep 29, 2025 | - | - | - | $1200 | - | - | - |
Rates are in Canadian dollars ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | Check-in after | 04:00 PM | | Check-out before | 06:00 PM | | Security Deposit | $200 (Security deposit will be refunded within 7 days of check-out) | | Booking Deposit | 30% due at time of booking (The balance is due 30 days before arrival) | | Accepted Payments | Cash, Interac e-Transfer | | Cancellation Policy | Moderate | | Cottage Rules | View | Fees- Cleaning fee : $50.00
- Pet fee : $50.00
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REVIEWS | | Joan |  |
| My first time in this area landed me in a wonderful, private, beautiful, quiet spot! I'm a daily lake swimmer so McCharles Lake didn't disappoint!
The Loft was as advertised, with the bonus of picking blackberries right off the bush! Derek was a friendly, respectful, intelligent, & thoughtful host and Dora kindly got us nicely settled in!
Mimosa and I truly enjoyed lazing out in the screened-in porch! I don't get to see my BFF enough, so having her join me here made it just that much more fun!
This place is a photo op heaven, and a soul-filling haven. I had had 2 previous cottage rental experiences that were not good, so I am very pleased to say that I would love to come back!
Stayed: August 2025 Submitted: Aug 12, 2025
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| | Catherine | |
| We have stayed a week at this traditional-style cottage in Renfrew County for three summers in a row, beginning in 2023—and we've already booked our fourth. It truly is our favourite peaceful escape.
Tucked away on a quiet, private property with a small, spring-fed lake, the cottage is surrounded by an abundance of nature. Mornings begin with coffee on the dock, watching the mist rise and the loons fish for their breakfast. Evenings wind down by the fire or under a sky full of stars.
The days are perfect for nature watching, reading, walking the trail around the lake, paddling, swimming, floating— and simply lazing about.
The cottage itself is clean, comfortable, and equipped with everything we need. The hosts are thoughtful and responsive.
Each stay brings the same sense of calm and relaxation we've come to treasure. If you're looking to step away from busyness, reconnect with nature, and breathe a little deeper, this place truly delivers. We couldn't recommend it more highly.
Stayed: July 2025 Submitted: Aug 03, 2025
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| | Yaz | |
| My husband and I had an incredible week at The Loft in July with our dogs! Derek was a lovely and conscientious host from start to finish, answering all of our questions, and making sure we were comfortable and happy in our space (thank you for the garbage run!). Dora was on sight to welcome us on our first day and give us a quick tour of the cottage. She made sure we knew where everything was so we could get ourselves settled which was very much appreciated.
The cottage itself is clean and spacious, with a full kitchen and bathroom. We really appreciated having bedding and both bath and beach towels provided - less things to pack! The screened-in porch was the perfect spot to enjoy thunderstorms and a cold drink away from all the bugs. Wi-Fi was handy for streaming music, and there's no shortage of board games and access to Roku in case you want a little "inside" time.
As for the lake...it's wonderful! Just a few steps from the cottage, it's very clean and not too big, so you won't have to worry about motorboats flying through. You can enjoy a swim and some kayaking or canoeing in absolute peace. If you're looking for a quiet, little paradise where you can relax and unwind, this is the perfect spot! Please keep any canine friends you bring with you on-leash to respect the local wildlife and other residents nearby. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed: July 2025 Submitted: Jul 21, 2025
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Owner response: Thank you so much for your kindness and for being wonderful courteous guests. You and your beautiful dogs are welcome back anytime. All the best, Derek. | |
| | James | |
| We had an amazing time at Derek and Andrea's (and Jesse's) slice of paradise. They were wonderful hosts, and the property is everything the ad promises and more. We had some wet weather to say the least, but a warm fireplace and covered screened porch solved that challenge nicely. We're already booked for a couple of weeks next year - can't wait!
Stayed: September 2021 Submitted: Oct 13, 2021
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Owner response: Thank you so much for your review. You were great guests. Andrea, Jesse and I look forward to welcoming you back next year! | |
| | Roman | |
| We got fantastic place and great service in September 2021. Perfect for family, quiet, beautiful, private, and friendly.
Thank you Derek!
Stayed: September 2021 Submitted: Sep 28, 2021
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Owner response: Thank you Roman, it was great having you and seeing how much you enjoyed your stay. Have a great winter! | |
DEREK ROCHE Member since April 2019 Speaks: English Response Rate: 100% |
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