Guest occupancy: 2-3 people in the winter, and up to 4 in the spring, summer and fall.
Stay at our little cottage and enjoy:
- Swimming! Burnt River has deep and clear water for swimming (SEASONAL ONLY)
- Fishing! Catch smallmouth bass and perch right from the dock or steps.
- Miles of hiking, biking or ATV trails. Victoria Rail Trail trailheads nearby,
closest under 5km away.
- Paddling on the river using our kayaks (2) and canoe (fits 2-3 people)
- Roasting marshmallows at a riverside firepit (choice of two, one covered for rainy days)
- Drinking your morning coffee or hot chocolate with waterfront views from first or second floor deck. Both decks have a dining area (dining area on first floor is closed off in the winter)
- Stargazing during evenings around the firepit or on moonlit walks – spot the Big Dipper!
- Playing games in our fully equipped games room with ping pong table, foosball, darts, ladderball, poker set, board games, cards and beer fridge
- BBQ using our Weber gas bbq or try the charcoal bbq for that smoky flavour
- Napping in the hammock with view of the river
- Showering using outdoor shower (hot water available) with view of nature/trees (SEASONAL ONLY)
- Looking for river wildlife, including beavers, blue heron, woodpeckers, owls and deer that all live nearby
- Visiting the quaint small town 15 minutes away with famous waterfall and locke, public lakes and beaches, as well as brewery, pubs, little boutiques and antique stores, museums and incredible dining (ask us for recommendations). Get everything you need in town - it has a Sobeys grocery store, gas stations, banks, LCBO and a Beer store.
- Cooking your favourite meals in our fully stocked kitchen. Our oven is a convection Kitchenaid model. Sizing-wise, it fits a chicken but not a turkey, or a medium pizza but not a large.
- If you need to cook and still want to enjoy the outdoors, we also have an outdoor kitchen with sink, grill, food prep area and cooking essentials. Outdoor kitchen is SEASONAL use only.
- Watching your favourite movies on the 47 inch TV (from the loft sleeping space or couch!). Catch the game on our TV as we have TSN and Sportsnet for sports fans.
- Walking your dog in our cottage wonderland. We are pet-friendly but please let us know when you are bringing your furry family member up.
- Making coffee/tea/hot chocolate at the outdoor hot drink station with Keurig. Enjoy easily accessible hot chocolate during firepit evenings
- Property surrounded by little twinkly lights for the perfect outdoor ambience. Enjoy the outdoors late into the evening.
- Property has also outdoor bathroom next to firepit for easy access. Odourless, modern eco-toilet. This is in addition to the indoor, modern toilet.
The guesthouse:
We also have a guesthouse/bunkie with electricity, small desk and double bed for another couple or the kids that can be used in most seasons.
We only rent to one group at a time, so you would get the entire property to yourself and not have to share with other guests. The bunkie/guesthouse will not be rented separately from the main cottage.
Our place is perfect for couples who want to a vacation in the main cottage but also want to invite other couples or friends to use the bunkie for a few days during their stay, especially during spring, summer or fall. (Please advise us if you are inviting couples to visit during your stay as all guests need to be registered.) The guesthouse, with access to the outdoor bathroom and kitchen, is very private from the main cottage.
Wifi:
We finally have Starlink unlimited wifi! Use to your heart’s content. May experience some outages during extreme weather.
Neighbours: We have visible neighbours on one side of property. If you want a vacation where you don’t see anyone, our property may not be for you. All neighbours in the area are very respectful and friendly if you want to chat.
If you or your family members (including dogs) have mobility issues, please note that the upstairs living area is only accessible via spiral staircase. Some larger dogs can have difficulty climbing the staircase. The loft sleeping space in the main bunkie is only accessible via ladder. All guests must be extremely careful on the ladder. When going down the ladder, face the bed and go slowly. The loft sleeping space is not recommended for small children. Children must always be supervised when using the ladder or climbing the staircase.
We know dogs are family and they are welcome at Riverrun cottage, with a small cleaning fee. Please keep dogs on leash during walks and pick up all dog waste.