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Jake's Place - A Peaceful and Private Wildlife Retreat. (hunt, fish and more!)

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Astorville, ON
  • Place, East Ferris Public Library
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Moose Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Lookout Terrace Golf Course
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, North Bay, ON (YYB-Jack Garland)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Extra Sleep Space

1 Double Futon

Living Room 1

1 Double Murphy Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Jake's Place - A Peaceful and Private Wildlife Retreat. (hunt, fish and more!)

🦌Premier Hunting Access – Deer, moose, bear, turkey, and ducks are common in the area.
🎣 Top-Tier Fishing – Easy access to Wasi Lake, Lake Nosbonsing, and Lake Nipissing.
🪱 Fishing Bait Shop – Just 5 minutes away (fishing bait only).
🎰 Cascades Casino North Bay – Only 15 minutes from the property.
❄️ Built for Winter – Snowmobile trails are just minutes away.
🔥 Ideal for Nature Lovers – Great hiking and birdwatching right on-site.
🛍 Local Essentials Nearby – Only 2 minutes to Freshmart (groceries, gas, LCBO).
🌲 Close to Amenities – A short 20-minute drive to North Bay.

This woodland property features private trails, deer stands, and endless space to explore. Experience true Northern Ontario tranquility without being too far from town.

Perfect for hunters, snowmobilers, photographers, birdwatchers, and families seeking a peaceful escape.


🎯 Hunting Access Available by Approval Only

Hunting access is NOT included with standard bookings.

All hunting activity requires prior permission, signed waivers, valid licensing, and additional payment.
Unauthorized hunting is strictly prohibited

📌 Important:
- Check-in must be completed before 8:30 PM. Late check-ins may incur additional charges.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please note that there is an open staircase.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Additional fees required
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Owners responsible for any damages caused by pets.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20062810
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Additional fees required
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Chisholm

Located in Chisholm, this cottage is in a rural area and near a water park. Mattawa River Provincial Park and Laurier Woods Conservation Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pyramid Paintball and Capitol Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Steve Omischl Sports Field Complex or North Bay Memorial Gardens. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Map
Astorville, ON

What's nearby

  • East Ferris Public Library - 7 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Big Moose Beach - 10 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Lookout Terrace Golf Course - 14 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Cascades Casino North Bay - 20 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Steve Omischl Sports Field Complex - 22 min drive - 27.1 km

Getting around

  • North Bay, ON (YYB-Jack Garland) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪1886 Lake House Bistro - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lulu's Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Country Style - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lu Lu's Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Jake's Place - A Peaceful and Private Wildlife Retreat. (hunt, fish and more!) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Jake's Place - A Peaceful and Private Wildlife Retreat. (hunt, fish and more!)?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Jake's Place - A Peaceful and Private Wildlife Retreat. (hunt, fish and more!)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Jake's Place - A Peaceful and Private Wildlife Retreat. (hunt, fish and more!)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Jake's Place - A Peaceful and Private Wildlife Retreat. (hunt, fish and more!) located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2 mi (3.2 km) from East Ferris Public Library and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Perron Island. Big Moose Beach and Lookout Terrace Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little house in the woods. My dogs really enjoyed the yard. Great place for my final night during my move from Saskatchewan to Ontario.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2026
Kept my place clean, and in the same order as found in. Would definitely rent to him again. Thanks Charles.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute place in nature

We had a great stay. Owners were quick to respond to any questions and friendly. Place was clean and cozy!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trista E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A cozy stay!

We had wonderful stay at this cozy property. Conveniently located, we were able to explore the wilderness and city alike. Host was spot on, thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hot tub was warm, yiu have to pay additional for it but was good. Beautiful property out in middle of nowhere. Family and pet friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great deal

Nice clean and cozy place,suited us very well for our fishing trip,we will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry Lynn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property has been updated and is very cute. We enjoyed the video game! We used it as home base for nearby activities and it was perfect. It had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great secluded little cabin.

Property is very beautiful with mature forest all around. Cabin was perfect lots of room for my family. Great location close to picturesque Callander and 30 minutes to North Bay. Owner Jake was awesome. I would definitely return and recommend this location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2025
It was a pleasure hosting Emily and her family, they kept entire house spotless! Extremely quiet and respectful of the property. Welcome back Anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience!

Stayed there with our two kids while visiting family. Very cozy with lots of room for everyone. Up to date amenities and very clean. Saw some wildlife as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet clean little cabin. Super comfy. Far enough away from any roads we didn't have to worry about noise. Handled 4 guests easily but could probably handle double that considering the basement we didn't even use. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul 2025
It was an absolute pleasure hosting Matt and family, Extremely respectful of my guest house, and my cleaner said it was as nice as she left, very pleased with these guests and there welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday

We had the pleasure of staying at Jakes cabin fot 1 night. The moment we drove up we were able to see turkeys and deer! The property is beautiful and peaceful. We can't wait to go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kunjan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

THE AMAZING JAKE'S PLACE

We had an absolutely fantastic time staying at Jake’s place. From start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations. The communication with Jake was smooth and prompt, making the booking process hassle-free. Upon arrival, we were warmly greeted and given a thorough tour of the property. The space was immaculately clean and beautifully decorated, providing a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. The amenities provided were top-notch, ensuring that we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Overall, our experience was nothing short of amazing. We cannot recommend Jake and his property highly enough. Thank you for such a memorable stay—we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isaac l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful time, my girlfriend and I both enjoyed the accommodations and the property was absolutely beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

About the host

Hosted by Jake

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What makes this property unique

Set on 50 private acres of forest in Northern Ontario, The Woodland Outpost offers guests something rare: modern comfort in total seclusion. Surrounded by towering trees, wildlife, and trails, this guesthouse blends the peacefulness of nature with thoughtful amenities designed for year-round adventure.

Guests can enjoy a tranquil pond teeming with wildlife, direct access to hunting and snowmobile trails, and unmatched stargazing with no city lights in sight. Whether you're casting a line at nearby Wasi Lake, photographing deer at sunrise, or cozying up by the fire after a snowy ride, this property delivers the perfect mix of privacy, adventure, and serenity.

Unlike many rentals, The Woodland Outpost gives you space to roam, explore, and unwind—without compromising comfort.

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