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The Birch: Your home away from home!

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A cabin with a dock extending into a calm lake, surrounded by trees and mist.
A wooden deck with a railing, a building with large windows, and a calm lake in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a ceiling fan.
A wooden cabin with a large dining table, chairs, and a small round table.
A spacious kitchen with wooden flooring, a central island with stools, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Alban, ON
  • Place, French River Provincial Park
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, Grundy Lake Provincial Park
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Gun Island
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

The Birch: Your home away from home!

About this space
Hartley Bay Cottages: The Birch
Come and enjoy life on the water. Situated in a woodland setting, surrounded by crown land, so much to explore right here. Large wrap around deck, private dock and firepit. Wake up with the sunrise and soak up the sun at this south-east facing cottage.
The space
Large, open concept living, dining and kitchen space along with a fireplace, accompanied by 3 spacious bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms. This is what dreams are made of! Part of a 3 cottage complex , each one with its own private wrap around deck, dock and firepit. Rent one, or bring the extended family and friends to enjoy the whole space!
Guest access
A shared dry sauna and shared laundry is available on the property.

The canoes/kayaks are available for your use.
Other things to note
Water source is the lake and there will be a brand new ultraviolet water purification system put in place in May 2022. Water will be potable, but you are welcome to bring your own drinking water.
Quiet time starts at 11pm in consideration for your neighbors and the other property owners close by.

Bait shops, Grocery and LCBO are a short drive away.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 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: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3848758
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

About the neighborhood

Killarney

Killarney is home to this cottage. While the natural beauty of French River Provincial Park and Grundy Lake Provincial Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Key Marina.
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Alban, ON

What's nearby

  • The French River Trading Post - 38 min drive - 19.4 km
  • French River Provincial Park - 38 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Grundy Lake Provincial Park - 42 min drive - 29.6 km
  • Key Marina - 47 min drive - 37.9 km
  • Gun Island - 59 min drive - 56.5 km

Getting around

  • Sudbury, ON (YSB-Greater Sudbury) - 98 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Birch: Your home away from home! pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Birch: Your home away from home!?

As of Sep 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Birch: Your home away from home! on Oct 4, 2026 start from $309, 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 The Birch: Your home away from home!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Birch: Your home away from home!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Birch: Your home away from home! located?

Situated in Killarney, this cottage is 9 mi (14.5 km) from The French River Trading Post and 9.9 mi (16 km) from French River Provincial Park. Key Marina and Noelville Church are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage and location. We truly enjoyed ourselves. Lots of room for 5 adults.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Total cleanliness -Excellent. Facilities - 100% of everything you need in every room. Beautiful location, quiet, wilderness, close enough to attain supples. Comfort - furniture, beds, kitchen - 100%. Access to water - boating, fishing, swimming - private,perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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