McGregor Bay Heritage Log Lodge Pet Friendly

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5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 122100 sq ft

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NorthEastern Manitoulin and the Islands, ON

Killarney Provincial Park
Whitefish Falls
Killarney Marina
Manitowaning, ON (YEM-Manitoulin East Municipal)

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Twin Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Get back to nature for serenity and fun. Hike the many trails and mountains, rock climb secluded shorelines, pick wild blueberries and raspberries, or fish for bass, pike, muskie and rainbow trout. Photograph or paint your scenic surroundings. You will be staying ion Jumbo Island which is centrally located in McGregor Bay for trips around the bay or just relax on the docks or in the water.

Accommodation
The log cottage has the following sleeping accommodations, which can sleep 12. One queen size bed in the main bedroom and two bunk beds, one double bed, two single beds all in separate bedrooms. Additional beds in sun porch. The log building has lots of history where famous people have visited over the years. In its glory President Roosevelt visited in 1948. The Newmans were said to visit frequently as they were friends of the owners.

The kitchen has an electric stove, coffee maker, fridge, freezer and toaster. There is also a propane barbecue. Living room boasts a big rock fireplace which heats the building.. Water is pumped to the cottage by electric pump. There is a large electric hot water tank. The water is filtered but we do recommend boiling it or bringing bottled drinking water. The cottage is serviced by a large septic system and has normal indoor plumbing. The TV has a DVD player with 100's of movies for those rainy nights. There are games and playing cards. as well as Starlink Internet for a small fee.

There is a canoe and 5 kayaks supplied with the cottage. Remember to bring your fishing gear as fishing in the area is very good. Bass and pike are the most common fish caught locally. We provide basic cleaning materials and request you leave the cottage in a clean condition for the next renters. We request a $500 cleaning /security deposit which is refundable.

Additional Location Information
Mainland parking areas at Birch Island, Ontario, off Hwy. 6 between Espanola and Little Current. Property is located on Jumbo Island in McGregor Bay.

Property manager

Darwin Davey

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Washer
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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking inside the building.

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Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

A damage deposit of USD 500 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Killarney

Located in Killarney, this cottage is on the waterfront. Killarney Marina and Boogie Mountain are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Huron and Strawberry Island Provincial Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

NorthEastern Manitoulin and the Islands, ON

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Frequently asked questions

Is McGregor Bay Heritage Log Lodge Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at McGregor Bay Heritage Log Lodge Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at McGregor Bay Heritage Log Lodge Pet Friendly?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is McGregor Bay Heritage Log Lodge Pet Friendly located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Lake Huron.

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Aug 13, 2024

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

Family Vacation

Had a wonderful time as always in the bay. The location has exceptional views! The Cabin was more than enough room for the 8 of us. Enjoyed lots of water activities and fishing was great! Would stay again!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

Jul 25, 2023

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

Happy to return

Returning to McGregor Bay and this cottage in particular is always restorative and relaxing. It’s an old cottage with all the charm of a rustic getaway. The host is always quick to respond. I look forward to returning next year.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Jul 1, 2023

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

Million dollar view

This property is perfect for larger families. 5BR and 2 bath, full kitchen, nice family room and super front porch, perfect for dining, playing games or just relaxing and enjoying the view, dish washer, clothes washer and extra drink fridge!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tess P.

Sep 8, 2019

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

Get away from it all

Very cool, remote, historic property. Well stocked kitchen. Wildlife galore. Beautiful views. Kayaks were great for exploring. Darwin was a great host.

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Aug 27, 2019

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

Fantastic

Had a great time at Darwin’s log cabin. A perfect blend of rustic craftsmenship and modern amenities. We really enjoyed all the water toys at the dock and beautiful views from the top deck. Darwin was great to deal with and answered all our questions promptly. Mike Molnar

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M., Austin TX

Aug 10, 2019

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

Darwin's island is fantastic!

Darwin's cabin/island is absolutely beautiful! Our family (5 adults & 3 children) stayed for a week in July 2019. The kitchen, although a bit small, is well equipped. The 2 fridges are key; there was plenty of room for food and the deep freezer was great for keeping bags of ice (so they didn't take up room in the freezer). The only kitchen item Id recommend to bring with you is a can opener; Darwin's can opener has seen a few decades and is located in a tricky spot. Additionally, we did see ants on our first, full, day but after a quick clean up (and putting all our food in airtight containers or in the fridge) we didn't see them again. So, my advice to any future renters is to always keep every thing the fridge or airtight container. The beds were comfy and the bedrooms are good size. The twin beds can be used together to make king size beds or can be left separate. My recommendation for the bedrooms would be fans! It did get warm while we were visiting, and only 1 bedroom had a fan. We had every window in the house open and we were still a bit warm at night. (Side note-I've been coming up to the islands for 25 years and there have only been a handful of years where a fan would be necessary.) We did use the fireplace on the one day that it cooled down. My husband loves the sound and smell of a cracking fire. It worked well and was such a wonderful touch to our rainy day. The screened in porch was beautiful and where we spent most of our time. We did bring a few games with us but Darwin has many games, and a few decks of cards, at the cabin already. Overall, the cabin is well equipped and the surroundings are breathtaking.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Aug 7, 2019

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

Great Family Getaway

This was our first trip as a family up to McGregor Bay, and I can say without question that this was an experience that far surpassed our hopes for a quiet week away. Darwin's place is the perfect quiet and serene cottage, if that's what you're looking for! We spent a week at the cottage, playing games, kayaking, exploring the island and surrounding islands, fishing off the dock, and relaxing. We were here with 7 adults and a dog and there was absolutely more than enough room. The cottage is clearly well-loved by many people (as noted in their "Up North Journal"), and we can completely see why. Although rustic, it was clean and very well maintained, and we felt very well-prepared for what to expect when we arrived. The kitchen is stocked with everything you could need and then some. There was plenty of seating and a large dining table that we could all sit around for dinner each night. We rarely saw anyone else as the cottage is tucked away in a small bay, so we felt like we had lots of privacy which was really nice. Tons of blueberry bushes around to go picking, and we definitely recommend jumping in the boats and exploring around, you'll find some really cool spots! A couple of tips if you're looking to stay here. We were warned there might be mice (which we believe we heard once or twice) so we kept our food stored in Rubbermaid/Tupperware containers that we used to haul everything up there and that seemed to prevent us from having any issues at all. The water taxi across was absolutely fantastic, and they had a very large boat that accommodated all of our stuff and ourselves, no problem, but it is a relatively long ride in (20-25 minutes) and we did get rained on on our way there, so make sure you pack everything as waterproof as possible! Otherwise, we could not have enough to say about this place. Thank you so much to Darwin for his kindness and accommodations! We certainly left this trip talking about when we could do it again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

Jul 31, 2019

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

Peaceful retreat

This is our third stay at the cottage and it continues to be a wonderful gathering spot for family and friends. It's rustic but has all the amenities you need. We look forward to return trips.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H., Toronto

Jul 31, 2018

tranquil unplugged vacation

Classic cottage with a monstrous stone fireplace, 5 comfortable bedrooms and large screened in porch for dining and game playing. Excellent swimming right off the dock as well as access to a series of waters only accessible by small non motorized boats - solitude guaranteed. ( those of you who have ever been stuck at a cottage where motorboats and jet skis roar all day know what I mean). Darwin was very reasonable and quick to respond ; local marina staff very nice and helpful. Plus, a beautiful drive from the city to boot. Highly recommended

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia W.

Sep 6, 2017

Wonderfully quiet, Magnificent views, Abundant wildlife!

Our family of six had a very good stay at Darwin's log house. We are great fans of almost original condition log houses, and this is a fine example. There are just enough upgrades to make it great, and not too many to take away from the authentic experience. The views from the property are spectacular. There is plenty of space - with the 5 bedrooms, and for us - all adults, it was just right. The beds are sturdy and comfortable. The furniture is otherwise cozy. There are enough chairs, indoor and out for a huge crowd, as well as enough space for everyone to have a quiet time, if that is what you want. The kitchen was just right, and easily fit more than one cook. The dinner table has a million dollar view, and you can watch the sun rise and set from it... making for a perfect experience. The water taxi service is excellent, and there is truly enough space in the boats to haul in provisions and lots of luggage for a crowd and a long stay. We took full bedding (dovets etc.) to make the stay luxurious, and as there is room on the taxi, I would certainly do that again! There are 5 very good kayaks, and a canoe and there are plenty of places to paddle to. The wildlife sightings are fun - in addition to the plentiful loons, ducks, geese, cormorants, gulls, and herons, there were mink, beaver, deer, turtles, and muskrats to be seen. There are tons of games, and a wonderful collection of old hardcover books and magazines. All adding to the historical feel of the place. Kudos to Darwin for keeping the "stuff" around and keeping the atmosphere real. The fireplace screen is just amazing when the fire is burning; truly one of a kind! We would recommend this place to anyone who likes an authentic, and out of the way experience.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Michael P.

Aug 9, 2017

We enjoyed our stay thanks

Everything was great thanks

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Aug 2, 2017

Wonderful place

We had 7 adults and 4 kids very comfortable in Darwin's place. It is a classic log cabin with the charms of a large stone fireplace, wood planking ceilings and floors, and large screened porch for dining and games with a view over the lake. It also has the charms of mod cons: new mattresses, new frig, dishwasher, and washing machine. The boathouse is stocked with kayaks, canoe, Zodiac and a swim dock that provided hours and hours of fun in and on the water. Blueberry bushes surround the place and it's a bumper crop this year. Darwin is very responsive and easy-going. Murray from Stillwater Marina was great to work with as well as Darwin. McGregor Bay/Killarney is a wonderful spot with endless opportunities for exploring the many islands and hikes on McGregor Point (Blueberry Hill hike provides fantastic views). We'll be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra W.

Jul 23, 2017

Beautiful views. Great cabin. Great docking. Great swimming.

So many water toys. Great for swimming. Clean cabin with fantastic views. Spacious. Big kitchen with 2 sinks and fridges. It was all so good. Perfect week.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Antonia C.

Jul 20, 2017

Gem of a Cottage

Very nice property with lots of activities for the kids, good fishing ( Small and Big mouth Bass & Pike) and diving from the cliff as well. The people at the Marina (Murray & team) are very nice, helpful and friendly just like you would expect up north... We highly recommend it!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Aug 7, 2016

Million dollar view!

Ample space to accommodate our family of 10. Newly remodeled kitchen. Large screened in porch was where we spent all of our indoor time. Beautiful docks were perfect for our outdoor living. We will be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

Jul 28, 2016

Wow! Detailed review ... so much so that I ran out of room to tell you all about it!

We were not prepared for this lovely gem of a cottage ... and as much as I sometimes am fearful of telling others about such a wonderful place (wanting instead to keep it quiet!), this is someplace special, and we, as a family, are grateful to Darwin for having shared it with us. Arrival: We took the water taxi from the Marina to the cottage. Murray was quick, polite and helpful, loading out bags into the boat and out of it onto the waiting dock at the cottage. We also rented a boat, and we drove it to the cottage, following Murray. This boat was perfect for fishing. Upon arriving at the docks, we were thrilled to see the beautiful swimming area that these docks provided, as well as ample room for sunbathing, fishing and kayak launching. Did I mention that? 4 single kayaks, a double kayak and a canoe waited in the boathouse for our use. That was so perfect for us! Our fishermen were happy with the boat, while me and the three teenagers kayaked around Jumbo Island almost daily. Cottage: I am a history teacher, and each day I wished I could talk to someone who had sat in this cottage. The stories it must be able to tell! The pictures Darwin has on this site do not do it justice! It is set perched on a little point up from the lake, and gets the perfect combination of sun, light breezes and shade. Kitchen: The kitchen is new, with a new double door fridge, a stand alone deep freeze and an old click-handle fridge that I am certain has held the beers and wines of generations of guests! 2 sinks and a dishwasher (we did not use the dishwasher), an oven and a microwave rounded out the appliances. There are two coffee makers (in case one was not working), ample plastic cups, glasses and plates to be used. There was never a time we went looking for something that we couldn't find. Two people could easily work in the kitchen while others enjoyed other parts of the cottage. Bedrooms: There are 5 bedrooms total. Master bedroom has a lovely corner view of the lake and the docks down below. It is set right off the kitchen and is a little separate from the other bedrooms. It is the perfect room for the early risers who want to sneak off for an early kayak or fish. The other 4 rooms have either twins, bunks or a double. All mattresses are new and very comfy. Bathroom: Both clean and well stocked. Deck: 2 BBQs, both the with propane tanks. AH ... no more room for the review! End by saying thank you! A perfect cottage set in a beautiful spot!

10/10 Excellent

katherine m., Toronto,Ontario

Sep 7, 2023

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

Summer Vacation

The perfect getaway for our family. Peaceful and relaxing - beautiful cottage and location

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Louise M B.

Aug 26, 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Location

Beautiful log cabin, very well stocked kitchen, great fishing; unfortunate lack of deep cleaning with resulting mice infestation. Could do with a clear out of broken furniture, out of date food, and an updated VRBO listing of what is really available (ie. equipped with wifi and useful winch to bring goods up from the dock but NO linens/blankets/towels, and only 3 adult life jackets).

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina C.

Aug 24, 2022

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

3rd year in paradise

Our family enjoyed another amazing week at Darwin's cottage this August. We love the views, peace and quiet, privacy and opportunity to really immerse ourselves in nature. Wildlife this year was particularly plentiful including beaver, mink, a bobcat, porcupines and all kinds of birds and fish. We counted 69 species in all. We hope to be back again for our 4th year. Thanks for being a great host Darwin!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

katherine m., Toronto,Ontario

Aug 6, 2022

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

Family vacation

Relaxing getaway

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

Jul 16, 2022

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

Beautiful island getaway

Lovely, quiet, remote island cottage with plenty of amenities; great host who responds quickly to questions or concerns.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn B., London

Sep 5, 2021

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

Great Getaway

Perfect spot on McGregor Bay. Gorgeous views, incredible scenery, fabulous paddling, great hiking (ok, a little bushwhacking!). Kayaks, canoe, paddleboard were all lots of fun. Rustic cottage, exactly as advertised — and the dishwasher was an excellent and much-appreciated luxury. We’ll be back!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tina C.

Aug 22, 2021

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

Second Year on Jumbo Island

We had a wonderful vacation at Darwin's cottage for the 2nd year in a row! Our extended family of 7 had so much fun kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, swimming, sitting by the fire and generally just enjoying being in this special place. The view from the front of the cottage is truly spectacular! Wildlife was abundant! We saw deer, porcupine, beavers, bald eagles, mink and so many fish, birds, frogs and turtles. We felt immersed in nature and were so grateful for another wonderful week! Thank you Darwin! Tina, Sid, Alex, Anita, Simon, Julia and Nick

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Keith C.

Jul 18, 2021

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

An amazing region.

We all enjoy this cottage in the heart of McGregor Bay. A part of Georgian Bay that is emblematic of the heart of Canada. It remains preciously unspoiled.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Jul 10, 2021

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

Paradise in McGregor Bay

This is a very unique and exceptional property—isolated, large, clean, well stocked and full of history and character in every corner of the wonderful cottage. Due to Covid the lake is unusually quiet (60%+ not able to make it to their cottages from the US). You rarely hear a boat or see anyone on the water. We kayaked, fished (lots of delicious bass to eat), hiked the island, sat on the large dock, swam and enjoyed a very peaceful getaway to an amazing place in the north (4.5 hours from midtown Toronto with one stop). We only had one rainy day and enjoyed the screened in porch for quiet time reading and drawing the local landscape. Everyone was super friendly and always ready to help or answer questions —thank you Darwin, Murray and your staff at Still Water (water taxi and boat rental). We saw a large snapping turtle, eagles, deer, mink, beavers, ducks, geese, birds, lots of fish everywhere —and no bears! We can’t wait to return next year and feel so grateful we were able to book our week in paradise this summer.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Darwin Davey

I grew up in the Bay summering with my parents and friends. Always has a special place for me and would like to share this with others.

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5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

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2 bathrooms

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