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Meaford Country Home

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A wooden deck with a glass table and chairs, an umbrella, and a grill.
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A living room with a brown sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a window providing natural light.
A cozy living room with a brown sofa, a patterned armchair, a wooden coffee table, and a rug. There is a bookshelf and a lamp on a side table.
A living room with a large wall-mounted fan, a brown sofa, a small wooden table, and a door leading to another room.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Meaford, ON
  • Place, Meaford Hall Arts and Cultural Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Meaford Golf & Country Club
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Meaford Harbour
    ‪15 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Main floor bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Top Floor Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Meaford Country Home

Really cozy country feel, in the town of Meaford.

End of a dead end street. HUGE back yard. Fire pit. Forested hill. You have peace and privacy, but can walk down town.

Georgian Bay, hiking, restaurants, and culture all close by.

The Space
Originally built as a barn, converted to home in the 1940's. Completely updated, but maintains old charm. 2 full bathrooms, washer and dryer, BBQ, stereo.

Outdoor fire pit with 10 Adirondack chairs. Bring your own wood.

All bedrooms on top floor.
2 bedrooms with queen beds,
1 bedroom with 3 single beds.

Laundry in basement where there is plenty of room for storage.

The Neighbourhood
Meaford Hall Arts & Cultural Centre
Beautiful Joe Heritage Society
The Leeky Canoe Restaurant
Ted's Range Road Diner
Meaford Golf Course
Meaford Factory Outlet
The Town of the Blue Mountains
Blue Mountain Resorts, Georgian Peaks Ski Club, Apline Ski Club, Craigleigth Ski Club
Scenic Caves Nature Adventures
Raven Golf Club at Lora Bay
The Georgian Trail

One security camera facing road
One security camera facing entrance

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:30 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please consider leaving a 10/10 review. I would appreciate a 10 rating if you consider that your stay met expectations. Please contact me and if anything does not meet your expectations! Thanks!
Please shut off the gas supply to the BBQ on the deck.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Groups of more than 4 must be related (ie must be a family). I may make an exception to this rule after we chat :)

Important information

You need to know

Property # 612695vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Meaford

Located in Meaford, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Huron and Georgian Bay. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Meaford, ON

What's nearby

  • Meaford Hall Arts and Cultural Centre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Meaford Golf & Country Club - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Meaford Harbour - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Meaford Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • beach near Meaford Skatepark - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.) - 145 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Leeky Canoe Pub & Eatery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Eggcitement Bistro - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Dam Pub - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Meaford Country Home pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Meaford Country Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Meaford Country Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Meaford Country Home?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Meaford Country Home located?

Located in the heart of Meaford, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Beautiful Joe Park, Lake Huron and Georgian Bay. Meaford Hospital and Beautiful Joe Conservation Area are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an awesome stay. The cottage had everything we needed
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruth W.

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

Central location in quaint neighborhood

House is close to hiking, biking, beaches, restaurants and shopping
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joan R.

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

Close to Meaford

Charming older house, nicely renovated. Worked very well for our family. Very clean and comfortable. Kitchen was very well stocked - appliances, pots, pans, dishes, etc. The beds were very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug, 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review Joan!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Line C.

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

Nice rental

Old yet very cozy cottage at the end of a quiet street. Perfect for a nice relaxing vacation which is exactly what I needed. Huge yard for the puppy to run around in.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

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

Golf trip

House was as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

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

Quiet stay

This house is cute with lots of character. It is on a quiet street and very private. Eric was quick to reply to any questions I had. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annemarie I.

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

Gem in the forest

A whole lot of charm, clean and well stocked. Location was ideal, quiet and close to the Big Head river. Plenty of towels for our family. We would certainly consider staying here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept, 2023
Thank you Annemarie!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

naomi H.

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

Beautiful family cottage with huge garden, minutes to town

I stayed here with my dog who loved the huge garden and freedom to run off leash. The cottage itself has everything you could possibly need. Eric made the process of booking really easy and I would highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christiane M.

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

Great walking areas close by

The house is cozy and old with updated kitchen and bathrooms. There is a big grassy area to enjoy in the back. The house is on a quiet street without through traffic. The walk to town is short.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marg L.

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

Easy access to Meaford/Thornbury activities

Charming older house, nicely renovated. Worked very well for our family of five adults. Very clean and comfortable. Kitchen was very well stocked — appliances, pots, pans, dishes, etc. Lovely secluded lot with fire pit.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul V.

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

A week in Meaford

Great location in a quiet neighbourhood close to downtown. Well appointed and clean. Could use a ac unit/ floor fan in the living room.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Davinelle W.

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

Great family vacation!

We all really enjoyed our stay! We had a family of 7 and all felt very comfortable! House was well stocked with pots pans and the essentials when we arrived! The bedrooms were very comfortable and clean, very well kept. Air conditioning units in two bedrooms on top floor which is great after a long day! However when cooking a big meal with oven on main floor it can get warm:) Backyard was very spacious and had lots of seating and a wonderful deck where we ate most of our meals! Very close to Meaford downtown and beach and was in a nice neighbourhood. Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin F.

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

Perfect Retreat

For something so close to everything you could need you feel like you're miles away from the world. Everything we forgot to pack we could find. The property was secluded and peaceful. My kid and dog had an amazing time on the property and I hope to book it again. Clean and peaceful. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Connie M.

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

Meaford Loves Georgian Bay

Fun with great adventure. Clean home. Comfy beds with great bedding. Pet loving with all kinds to explore. Hiking trails everywhere in walking distance and close too by car. Memorial Park Beach 6 min drive for all to enjoy with pooch. Meaford Public Beach 5 min walking distance. Everything all in one place. Just bring yourselves and have a blast. Thank you Eric for renting out your lovely home. :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kristin D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Looks are deceiving

While this quaint cottage boasts many nice features such as the sizeable kitchen and outdoor area, closer inspection on the condition of the home leaves a lot to be desired. From the moment we checked in the home had a very musty smell and felt very damp. Closer inspection revealed some serious moisture and mold issues in the downstairs bathroom. Even the furniture in the living room felt and smelt musty and damp. A dehumidifier and some mold removal are a must. Sitting outside on the back patio was nice, but you do need a great amount of strength the open the back door. We also couldn’t leave the door open as the storm door had holes in the screen and with the many mosquitoes around they would have filled the house. The air conditioner for the upstairs bedroom was appreciated, but it does drip onto the deck below, careful where you sit. The general cleanliness of the place was good. The beds were comfy and linens were fresh, but like I said closer inspection revealed there is a little more going on with this property that needs some attention. We were glad our stay was only two nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2024
This was a good guest that I had the pleasure of meeting. I disagree with their comments about the main floor bathroom, I see no evidence to support their claim. I am glad they mentioned that the house was clean with fresh linens and good beds etc which is great. Please see my other reviews.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property that we stay at was very comfortable and close to quite a few places, mostly in walking distance. If I had any question, all I had to do was send a quick email to the host and his response was very quick. The property had everything we needed for our stay. If I go back to Meaford again would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jun, 2026
Thank you very much David for your review and being an excellent guest!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shirley M.

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

Family Gathering

We had a great time, visiting with family that live in the area. The house easily accommodated our grandchildren and our pet. The neighbourhood is quiet and adjacent to a lovely forest.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Will C.

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

Fantastic stay

What a great place! Very convenient location with a 5 minute walk to a little river and maybe a 15 minute walk to downtown Meaford. The back yard is huge and the fire pit was a great perk! We didn’t get the chance to use the back patio and bbq but everything was just really nice. The kitchen was fully stocked and must have been recently renovated because it all looked so new. Very very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret G.

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

Meaford memories

We had a wonderful time at Eric's home. Very cozy and it felt like a home away from home. I would highly recommend it
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carolina L.

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

Peaceful vacation

The house is located in a nice, quiet and friendly neighborhood. I really enjoy the big backyard with lots of trees. The kitchen had everything we needed. It had 3 good size bedrooms. I really liked the one with the 3 single bedrooms. The whole house was very neat and clean. I think the deck needs some update. Unfortunately we had our nice vacation cut short by some terrible news we received. Carolina L
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

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

Great Cottage & Location

We had the best time. The backyard is huge. My dogs loved it! The fit pit was amazing too. You are really close to the water but have the privacy of a property surrounded by trees. The little town was so cute! We went out to pub, had vegan ice cream, went to the beach, drove to neighbouring towns for more activities. It was the best. Everything you need is on site. Cooking ware, laundry and shower. We loved it! Thank you for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

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

Great location cute place

Our family (spouse and two adult children) planned on doing some hiking in the blue mountain and Wiarton region and this place was a great in between. It was very clean, had all the necessities of home (minus a lighter for night time fires - but we left ours behind for the next visitors) and had a beautiful backyard that our dog loved playing frisbee in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah K.

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

Our family getaway at Meaford

We had a wonderful time at the cottage which was v welcoming and we had an enjoyable stay. The place had all the conveniences we needed and was extremely clean. The backyard opened onto a serene lot so perfect for a getaway. Kudos to Eric for an excellent stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

dan t.

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

Family reunion

We needed a place to stay while attending our reunion. We had a great time in and around Medford and plan to visit again. The house had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gordon C.

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

Eric was an excellent host and my family and I thoroughly enjoyed our weekend getaway.

Cottage had everything we needed. Perfect family getaway. Love the town of Meaford.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Eric Andersen

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Live in Toronto

Why they chose this property

The property is my second home, in the area I grew up in, and plan on returning to.

What makes this property unique

Location location location - huge property with tons of privacy, yet in town. There is a forested hill, a large yard for a soccer game, and a great place for a fire (10 chairs). Also, Meaford is a great quiet town, yet close to Georgian Bay and lots of recreation and tourist activities.

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