Our plans for the summer changed because of COVID, and we booked this cottage just a few weeks before. It turned out to be the perfect get-away during a time of pandemic. A few highlights:
* the cottage is laid out really well with good spaces inside and out to hang out with each other. We were a group of four and never felt on top of each other. While the cottage could sleep six, it might start to get a bit crowded (especially with only one bathroom).
* the cottage was very well cleaned before we arrived. The only thing not done was the lawn mowing. Neighbors told us that it is usually mowed weekly, so they weren't sure why no one had come in a couple of weeks. Those same neighbors then came over and mowed the section by the beach for us!
* Which brings me to another highlight. The neighbors on both sides of the cottage are very friendly. As is everyone we met in town.
* We really enjoyed using the cottage's canoe, and felt like it had great outdoor space for eating, swimming, playing yard games, and just hanging out
* The kitchen is probably the best stocked of any cottage we have stayed in. There are lots of bowls, pans, and dishes. Plus the cupboards already have several spices and staples (flour, sugar, baking powder, etc) so you don't really have to worry about bringing any of that along.
A few things you should know before you stay:
* Consecon is a cute town, but not as touristy as other parts of Prince Edward County. We enjoyed this because we didn't want to hang out with a lot of crowds during a pandemic. Plus, there are lots of great wineries very close by. If you wanted to walk into town for shopping, though, this isn't the spot for you. (Although there is a very nice poutine/burger spot almost across the street, and a coffee shop just down the road).
* The cottage is pet friendly and has a large front and back yard, but isnt' fenced. If you bring a dog, keep that in mind. A couple of the neighbors also have dogs who would wander over, so they are very understanding.
* The lake is sandy bottomed with a gradual entry and the water was pretty warm while we were there. It is great for small children, but if you are older and you want to find deep water, you need to wade out a very long ways. It isn't a huge deal though, and the cottage includes a parks pass to nearby North Beach if that really is an issue for you.