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Charming Lake Weslemkoon Retreat

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Cottage lake view
Swimming and lounge dock
lakeside view
Main deck

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Lake view

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Gilmour, ON
  • Place, Bon Echo Provincial Park
  • Place, Mazinaw Lake Narrows
  • Place, Tanglewood Marina

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Charming Lake Weslemkoon Retreat

This is a charming water access seasonal cottage ( May-October, boat access only from marina, you cannot drive here, no boat provided, bring own or use water taxi from marina) located in the middle of beautiful Canadian Shield landscape. It is located near the end of West Bay on gorgeous Lake Weslemkoon and faces west so you can enjoy truly spectacular sunsets from the deck. The property is quite private, with the Owners own cottage next door but not visible and a quiet family cottage on the other side of a small bay. This is a boat-in wilderness cottage built in the 1970's by the previous owner with natural forest and wonderful deep lake swimming from the dock. Best for a couple or small family. Children are welcome and our kids love it but it may not be suitable for very small children. Well behaved pets are also most welcome. Parking and a water taxi service are available for additional fees through Weslemkoon Marina. The rear of the property backs onto great hiking trails to uninhabited lakes. Enjoy the rustic charm of a traditional cottage with a beautiful pine interior where selective updates have been done in keeping with the spirit of old school cottaging. There is a large new deck overlooking the lake and a cozy wood stove for chilly evenings. There is a small bathroom with a sink, toilet and a shower (with hot water). The original kitchen is in place with expanded counters and a new refrigerator but no dishwasher. The large lake and open bay out front are great for water sports. There is a TV for movies, traditional board games and lots of books for reading. There are 3 bedrooms, one with a double brass bed, and 2 other en suite bedrooms that are connected and open to each other - one with a single twin bed and one with 2 twin beds. There is a large swim dock with great deep water swimming (but may not be suitable for very small children) and a small dock suitable for mooring of a boat if you want bring your own. Of course the autumns are beautiful with great colours and few bugs! Please also note that the cottage is self-catering with guests responsible for cleaning.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Steep site, deep water swimming.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Maximum 2 dogs, 1 cat.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO smoking indoors or out due to forest fire risk.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Cottage is self catering and to be left cleaned, details in cottage binder on site.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please keep music indoors, no music on dock, sound travels over water.
Please clean before leaving, put used linens in laundry bags and remove all garbage/recycling upon departure.
Outdoor fires in fire pit only. Absolutely no smoking due to risk of forest fire. Any sign of smoking results in forfeiture of the damage deposit.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that 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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Addington Highlands

Located in Addington Highlands, this cottage is on the waterfront. Tanglewood Marina and Limerick Lake Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Egan Chutes Provincial Park and McArthur Falls. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Lake Weslemkoon Retreat pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Lake Weslemkoon Retreat?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Lake Weslemkoon Retreat on 29 Mar 2026 start from £149, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Charming Lake Weslemkoon Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Lake Weslemkoon Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Lake Weslemkoon Retreat?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Charming Lake Weslemkoon Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 7.9 mi (12.8 km) from Tanglewood Marina and 11.4 mi (18.3 km) from McArthur Falls. Egan Chutes Provincial Park and Limerick Lake Marina are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Shayna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place and location.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zach F.

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

Amazing trip

Place was awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike Z.

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

Beautiful Location

Had a great time! Picturesque location. The big deck by the cottage and the deck on the water both really add to the place. Very nice and helpful owners!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron H.

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

Weslemkoon at its best

Our stay was amazing. Cottage was exactly as advertised, with everything needed for a problem free stay. Owners were extremely pleasant and were willing to do anything to make our stay as enjoyable as possible. Couldn't have asked for more. We will definitely be back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanis H.

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

Fabulous!

The lake is pristine, the cottage is well-equipped, private and in a lovely location with westerly sunset views and a wide-open vista to the uninhabited shore across the bay. Beautiful! - exactly as advertised. Patty and family are fabulous hosts and were prompt to reply to any questions we had while planning our trip, as well as very gracious and welcoming once we arrived. Thanks Patty! The marina is perfect too! Great boat launch - slick and easy to use with plenty of elbow room and a friendly, welcoming couple running the store. Can’t say enough good things about our 10-day stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

kevin m.

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

Beautiful spot and lake

Very quiet spot and gorgeous view
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful getaway

This cottage is just as advertised, a charming retreat on Weslemkoon Lake. A beautiful cottage with a great deck overlooking the lake to enjoy morning coffee and an afternoon cocktail. Patricia was a great hostess checking in on us to provide info about the cottage and also about the short hiking trail that leads to another lake. This retreat was quiet and had all the amenities to make our stay comfortable. There was a propane bbq and also a charcoal grill which provided a nice alternative. It was great to find a dog friendly rental, our lab had a blast swimming all week. Hope to return again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

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

Weslemkoon lake

Myself and my two teenage sons had a fabulous time at the cottage, weslemkoon lake is so beautiful, great fishing and awesome places to swim. The boys particularly liked the rope swing! I was surprised at how little boat traffic there is on this lake, the cottage was clean and comfortable. Exactly what we were looking for. Hope to return again soon. Thanks Bob and Patrica.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hanna B.

Beautiful cottage on a beautiful lake!

Our stay was absolutely fantastic! Our dogs loved swimming and being outdoors. The cottage was perfect for us and the lake was beautiful! We are hoping to be able to come back again :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Fran W.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Patricia Milne

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This is a family cottage that we use for guests and the occasional rental. We also own and stay in the cottage next door and are generally available should you need anything. We have 2 girls (ages 18 and 23) 1 dog and a cat.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the lake after renting here and purchased our cottage several years ago. We often found it hard to find nice cottages tor rent that would also accept pets so we are happy to have well behaved pets stay here.

What makes this property unique

This is a beautiful, quiet site with a very charming, traditional cottage that feels like a step back in time. We love that it is fairly remote, with great hiking and swimming. The sunsets over the bay are truly spectacular.

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