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Big Rideau Lake Experience

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A lakeside cabin with a dock, surrounded by lush greenery and a red-roofed structure.
A wooden interior with a dining area, wicker chairs, and large windows overlooking a garden.
An outdoor deck with a round table and chairs, a red umbrella, and a barbecue grill.
A garden with a wooden house, a picnic table, and various plants and flowers.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a red door, a sofa with cushions, a small table, and a chair.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Big Rideau Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Perth, ON
  • Place, Big Rideau Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Perth Museum
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Stewart Park
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Twin Bunk Bed

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Drummond-North Elmsley

Located in Drummond-North Elmsley, this cottage is on a lake. Port Elmsley Drive-In Theatre and Studio 87 Fine Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Top Shelf Distillers and Bridge Masters Brewing Company. Perth Fairgrounds and Perth & District Indoor Pool are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Perth, ON

What's nearby

  • Big Rideau Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Perth Museum - 14 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Stewart Park - 14 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Temple’s Sugar Bush - 33 min drive - 39.4 km
  • Almonte Village - 54 min drive - 68.0 km

Getting around

  • Smiths Falls Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Perth Fairgrounds - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪CC's on the Rideau - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Rideau Lake Experience pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Big Rideau Lake Experience?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Rideau Lake Experience?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Big Rideau Lake Experience located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps from Big Rideau Lake and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Otty Lake. Long Lake and Mica Mines Conservation Reserve are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place For A Family Vacation

We really enjoyed our second time there with the quiet location on the lake the availability of water craft.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 18, 2023
Glad you enjoyed yourselves. We were happy to share our special place with you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

We had a blast and lots of things to do. The cottage was execellent
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 30, 2024
It was great to have you at the cottage. Enjoy the rest of the summer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great holiday

We have enjoyed this property a few times! We appreciate it’s proximity to Perth and Smiths Falls as we have friends and family in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cottage time

It is a great property right on the Rideau lake. They supply paddle boards and kayaks which we fully enjoy using. For us it is also an opportunity to reconnect with family and friends in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 8, 2024
thank you. it was a pleasure to host you. enjoy the rest of your summer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our Family Gathering

Our family of six adults and two teenage boys rented this cottage for 10 days in June. We were very lucky and had wonderful weather with warm days, and cool nights. One of our nights was quite warm and the ceiling fans came in very handy. The water was cool for swimming when we first arrived but was great later in the week. Having all the kayaks, paddle boards and row boat was fantastic. We used both the small beach area to wade in and the dock and raft while swimming. There were so many water and lawn toys that we were outdoors playing a lot. The trampoline was well used!!! And of course we had s'mores cooked on the evening campfire. There was lots of wildlife, deer, birds and bunnies, and the wonderful sound of the loons in the evening. The several outdoor decks, including one on the waters edge were well used. Indoors the cottage was very well equipped in all ways. The kitchen had everything we needed for large family meals. The layout with several sitting areas meant that there were places to gather and corners to have a quiet getaway if needed. We used all the bedrooms, and having the one large family room with three beds was helpful. There are only two showers, but we managed well with them. The cottage consists of an old rustic cabin and modern addition, and they worked well together, with both a cozy comfy feeling and a bright airy area. Sunrise in the morning was delightful on the front deck. It is situated on a beautiful stretch of the Big Rideau Lake with wonderful bays and islands to explore. We also explored both Perth and Smiths Fallls, and had a wonderful time. When we were leaving, my daughter simply said, "Can we book this place again?" To me that's a great review! Very pleased with our stay here.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful location on the lake

We really enjoyed our stay and are making plans to return next year. We apreciated that the cottage is spacious inside and on a large lot with quiet neighbours right on Big Rideau Lake. The trampoline, kyacks and swimming platform were big hits with our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cottage Week

We really enjoy this property as it includes paddle boards and kayaks. It also has enough beds and bathrooms for our crew.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very Nice Cottage on the Rideau

We had a very pleasant weekend. The cottage was well equipped and very very clean. We enjoyed kayaking, the trampoline, swimming, BBQing and campfires.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 16, 2021
You enjoyed all we have to offer. Glad you had a good time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cottage Week

This was a great property for visiting with family and enjoying the water. We really appreciated the availibility of paddleboards and kayaks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous Cottage! Perfect Vacation!

This cottage is perfect. It has everything you need. We literally kept on finding things in the kitchen and were surprised that EVERYTHING was available! The cottage has a lot of character and we absolutely loved it. It has been in the family for a long time and you can feel the love and life in every single thing inside. The outside area is amazing. Huge yard with grass for kids to run around, and a trampoline that was a big hit with our 3 kids. The owner was great and provided all the information and was very easy to communicate. We recommend this cottage to everyone who wants to have a fantastic time away from home! Thank you Cathy, we can't wait to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 19, 2021
Glad you had a good holiday. Love to have returning guests. Renting next year is certainly a possibility.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

Amazing little gem on the lakeside. Great neighbors and amazing waterfront property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice rustic stay

We had a nice time in Perth. The house was nice, kitchen is small, but everything is very private. There is no swim dock and we wish that was communicated before we went. There is also no A/C so thankfully there were fans but it was still hot. We had a great time though.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Excellent Family Reunion

We had a family reunion at this cottage and it was absolutely perfect. It's even nicer than the photos would indicate - very private with a great "cottage atmosphere". Plenty of room to move around, both inside and out, and the views of the Rideau River out the front windows and outdoor deck are second to none. The kitchen is fully stocked with plenty of appliances, cutlery and cooking pots. Everything was in top working order. The kids loved playing on the trampoline and swings. We would love to come back and enjoy it during the summer months when the swimming would be another great asset.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 18, 2020
I am pleased your family enjoyed our cottage. I hope you will come back to the Rideau on a warm summer day. You were excellent guests, leaving the cottage clean and tidy.
Archival

8/10 Good

It was a perfect spot for a family holiday with lots of space inside and nature all around outside.

The cottage has a lovely homey feel and lots of room for different activities. The trampoline was a big hit with all age groups and a special play was performed in it the last nite. A lot of time was spent in the water canoeing, rowing, kayaking and swimming to the raft or island. It is a wonderful spot for adventures, visiting painted turtles and spotting osprey or loons. Murpheys Point provincial park is free this year and seeing a rat snake was a thrill for my 11 yr. old grandson. The cottage is well equipped for cooking and games and provided an ideal setting for a memorable family vacation. Lucky for us the weather was perfect and the cottage is close enough to Ottawa for two 20 ish grandsons to join us several nights.
Archival

8/10 Good

Nice place to stay

Stayed for one week with family and was pleased. Good fishing, especially for my 6 year old grandson. Central to towns and Ottawa.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

The perfect cottage

We had the best week at this cottage. We had 5 adults and 3 children- 2 babies and one 4 year old. The cottage was perfect and had everything we needed. With a close drive to Perth, any groceries etc, were quickly accessible. The owner was so welcoming. We would definitely try to book this cottage again for our next stay in the Perth area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2016
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 18, 2020
Emily and family were the perfect guests. They enjoyed and cared for the facilities and did an excellent job cleaning and tidying before they left.
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