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Rustic Cottage w/ Heating + Kitchen + Canal Lake

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Property grounds
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Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rustic Cottage w/ Heating + Kitchen + Canal Lake

Rustic family cottage on Canal lake with spectacular sunset views you can enjoy from a large shoreline waterfront. The property is only about an 1.5 hrs from the GTA, and is located in a quiet neighborhood.

The cottage has 3 bedrooms to accommodate 4 people. Three bedrooms with one King and one queen. (Picture needs to be updated). It has an impressive large family room with beautiful views of the lake. The kitchen is spacious and comes fully equipped. There is a large deck for family hangout facing the water for entertaining.

Kayak and life jackets available.

The cottage is located on canal lake with direct access to water for water activities and bird/wildlife watching.

Park your boat on our dock or use our kayak to explore the beautiful Canal lake, which is suitable fishing and water sports.

The cottage has a large yard great for outdoor games and the outdoor pit is a perfect place for you to unwind at the end of the day.

Water supply
Water is from the well but filtered and purified suitable for bathing, drinking and cooking

Others
· unlimited cable wireless internet (wi-fi)
· Fire pit (firewood not provided)
· Large Flat property
· No pets
· Walk-in water entry
. Kayak and life jackets provided

The guest have access to the entire property

I am available on the phone and through Airbnb messaging 24/7 during the guest's stay.

Summer seasonal activities (dock, kayak, large backyear etc) : The dock is generally ready for the May 24 long weekend. Kayak and canoe are available from May to October.

There is a fire ban in the Kawartha region for the month of April. Lighting an outdoor fire at this time will lead to penalties imposed by the city officials.

GUESTS ARE TO TAKE GARBAGE AND RECYCLE BACK WITH THEM AT THE END OF THEIR STAY.

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• Quite hours between 9 pm & 8 am
• No shoes in the house
• Guest should bring their own firewood and ensure fire is put out at end of use.
• Early check in or late check out can be arranged when available based on availability.
• Thank you for your thoughtfulness and consideration in leaving the cottage (inside and out) clean and tidy. For guest use, Cottage has a broom, dustpan, dish soap and vacuum
• No loud music or parties or events at anytime
• No Fireworks are allowed in the property at all times. Its against the township by-law.
• Insects and wildlife are a part of cottage country. Please discourage them by keeping doors and screens closed.
• Maximum two pets allowed.
• Pets cannot be left unattended, and we ask that you pick up after your pet.
• Please do not put anything into the toilets but into the trash cans provided in the washrooms for paper towels, Kleenex, tampons, pads, flushable wipes, hair etc
• Please clean and empty fridge, microwave, and Oven.
• Empty all garbage containers.
• There is a fire ban in the region for the month of April. Lighting an outdoor fire at this time will lead to penalties imposed by the city officials.
• GUESTS ARE TO TAKE GARBAGE AND RECYCLE BACK WITH THEM AT THE END OF THEIR STAY.
• Summer seasonal activities (dock, kayak, canoe etc) are available for guest use between Victoria Day weekend to Thanksgiving weekend.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3143751
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Kirkfield

Located in Kawartha Lakes, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carden Alvar Provincial Park and Balsam Lake Provincial Park. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, motor boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Kirkfield, ON

What's nearby

  • Carden Alvar Provincial Park - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Canal Lake - 12 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Balsam Lake Provincial Park - 16 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Balsam Lake - 16 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Shadow Lake - 16 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Portage House Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kirkfield Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Balsam Station, The Works Chip Truck - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Shalamar Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Rusty Nail - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Cottage w/ Heating + Kitchen + Canal Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rustic Cottage w/ Heating + Kitchen + Canal Lake?

As of May 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rustic Cottage w/ Heating + Kitchen + Canal Lake on Jun 1, 2026 start from $286, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rustic Cottage w/ Heating + Kitchen + Canal Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Cottage w/ Heating + Kitchen + Canal Lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Cottage w/ Heating + Kitchen + Canal Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Canal Lake and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Carden Alvar Provincial Park. Balsam Lake and Shadow Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Jeyasuthan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It was clean inside and had a huge backyard that led to the lake. The house looked in place with the neighborhood -- quaint and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nasrin K.

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

Nice and quiet place

Enjoyed the clean big cottage with the fire pit next to the water at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SHIKHA S.

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

Amazing!

We had a great time, the host responded to whatever queries we had!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha N.

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

Beautiful Cottage Stay

Our family had an awesome time, the kids enjoyed the play area. The kayaks were available for a nice pleasant ride. The family enjoyed the firepit. There were alot of bugs in the night, but we had lost the bug sprays we packed. The managers were responsive as I left my keys at the cottage and they were very pleasant to deal with in attaining them.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Joe P.

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

Canal lake

The property was generally as descibed. Comfortable. It had a cottage feel. The yard was large. Not suitable for swimming. Fire pit useful. Kayak had small leak. Overall was good rest for us
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susan L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Our stay was okay. It was a very nice house but not very clean. The listing said two and a half bathrooms but there was one and a half, and that was okay, we made it work. They also said there was a pool table, fuse ball and kayaks. Only kayaks. I did pay more expecting to have a pool table and fuse ball table.All of the reviews are saying 8 to 10 for cleanliness and I don’t know why, no way it’s that clean. The king and queen mattresses were terrible. Just by looking you could see the sagging in the middle of both. My back is sore and my son could not stop complaining about his sore back and neck. He had to sleep on the floor the last two nights. The barbecue was very dirty. The fridge was up all the way and couldn’t get cold enough to keep my milk from going bad. The only good thing was the kayaks and being out of the city with my family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 24, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I’m glad to hear that you and your family enjoyed the peaceful location and kayaking experience. However, I’m truly sorry that other aspects of your stay didn’t meet expectations. We’ve reviewed your comments closely. Our cleaning and maintenance teams have since addressed the BBQ and fridge settings to ensure everything is in proper condition for future guests. The listing details have also been updated for full accuracy regarding the number of bathrooms and available amenities. I appreciate you mentioning the mattresses — we’re currently assessing them and will make replacements where needed to ensure better comfort moving forward. Your comments help us improve and provide the best possible experience to future guests. Thank you again for staying with us and for your honesty — it allows us to make meaningful updates.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Great spot for family getaway

Overall very pleased with property location and lakefront view. It met our needs of a 6 adults family stay for 3 nights, lots of space in kitchen and living room and on the deck. BBQ was excellent and the pier helped with fishing, although we didn’t catch anything as the lake was very weedy. The kayak was also used and the fire pit and outdoor chairs was great. The smallest bedroom only had 1 bunk bed which was a challenge for one of the couples. Recommend advertising only for 4 adults with 2 children because of the bunk beds. For 6 adults, it was also a challenge with only one fridge and 1 shower. Having 2 toilets was good. Hot water was always available and AC worked very well throughout as well as wifi. Also used the smart TV. Appreciated the communication on checkin and checkout and response to questions. Also great being only about 10 mins to Balsam Lake Park beach (where you can dump garbage ) and 20 mins to Beaverton stores for emergency supplies. Overall enjoyable experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by PRIYAN GOPALAPILLAI

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