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Lakeside Getaway - Charleston

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View from your dock
Lakeside from the water
sitting are on the dock where you can BBQ
Living room area
living room area different angle

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 2 - Hilltop Cabin

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom - Boathouse

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom - Hilltop Cabin

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Lakeside Getaway - Charleston

Enjoy a true Canadian summer experience on beautiful Charleston Lake renowned for its crystal clear water, variety of wildlife and excellent fishing. Imagine waking up to the sound of loons complemented by a picturesque sunrise. This can be your holiday at the Lakeside Cottage on Tall Tree Lane.

This traditional boathouse cottage has its sleeping quarters, kitchen and bathroom over the water where summer breezes and spectacular view are yours to experience. Excellent swimming is footsteps away.

Additional Bunk House:
Hilltop cabin is a bunkhouse located behind the boathouse that has a double bed and full bathroom. This is included with the rental of the boathouse.

Cottage includes BBQ, Dock Slip & use of a canoe as well as a fire pit!

This property has two rental cottages. Maple Ridge being the middle property (Sleeps 8), and the boat house which has living quarters above (sleeps 5). Rent all the properties together or individually. See last photo showing all three cottages

Charleston Lake is located in South Eastern Ontario, just north east of Gananoque. The lake is carved out of the Frontenac Axis, a relatively narrow extension of the Canadian Shield bedrock which dominates the landscape of Northern Ontario. The lake is the principal watershed for the Gananoque River, and boasts prime fishing locations. Charleston Lake Provincial Park is located on the shores of the lake, and offers camping, hiking, boating, fishing and interpretive sessions.

Charleston Lake has over 100 miles of shoreline and over 100 islands with over 800 summer and permanent residences on the lake. The water surface is 26.2 km2, and the maximum depth is 91.1 m. A naturally occurring rock and tree formation shows a profile of the guardian of Charleston Lake known as Indian Head.1] Other than Charleston Lake Provincial Park, the County Park and Sand Bay are excellent destinations for day trips.

For five years culminating in 2005, Charleston Lake was the site for re-introduction of the peregrine falcon with the Canadian Peregrine Foundation, Ontario Power Generation and Leeds County Stewardship Council
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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Leeds and the Thousand Islands

Located in Leeds and the Thousand Islands, this cottage is on the waterfront. Rideau Canal and Jones Falls Defensible Lockmaster's House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kelsey's Marina and Seeley's Bay Public Dock. Power boating, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Charleston Lake Provincial Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Kelsey's Marina - 10 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Deer Island - 14 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Leeds and the Thousand Island Public Library - Lyndhurst Branch - 22 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Thousand Islands National Park - 37 min drive - 40.5 km

Getting around

  • Brockville Station - 40 min drive
  • Ogdensburg, NY (OGS-Ogdensburg Intl.) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Luke's European Style Market - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bastard Coffee Shop - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪JJs Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Peacock Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Ben’s Country Kitchen - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Getaway - Charleston pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakeside Getaway - Charleston ?

As of 27 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakeside Getaway - Charleston on 1 Apr 2026 start from £122, 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 Lakeside Getaway - Charleston ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Getaway - Charleston ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Getaway - Charleston ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Getaway - Charleston located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Kelsey's Marina, Charleston Lake Provincial Park and McIntosh Mills Trails. Cedar Island and Fawn Island are also within 9 miles (15 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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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

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

An Incredible Stay

My partner and I found a peaceful and beautiful place to stay and unwind from the world; the cottage is welcoming comfortable. The lake and surrounding forest helped us to leave the city behind and enjoy the beauty of the place. I highly recommend this property to anyone who wants to get away from it all.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

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

Amazing

Very relaxing stay. The owners were kind and helpful. It is a bit rustic and out of the way, but that is what we wanted. 5star
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul S.

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

Cozy lakeside retreat

This apartment is perfect for a solo trip and allows for easy canoe access to the lake. It was clean and comfortable with a nice breeze from its many windows. A couple of smaller appliances need replacing but overall the place was well supplied.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ernie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place, literally right on the water. Second time we have rented this place and that says something. Mike’s place is situated on the north shore of beautiful Charleston Lake, and is well protected from the wind by the myriad islands running up the west side of the lake. The area is one of the best, if not THE best area for flat water kayaking in Southern Ontario. Swimming is great too.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Amazing location and cozy stay!!

Snuck out for a 2 day fishing trip. The stay was amazing. Everything we needed was there except towels and bedding. Not an issue but worth mentioning as I couldn’t find that detail in the ad. The host was very responsive and checked in to make sure we had everything we needed. Also has some helpful advice for Trout! The boathouse was perfect to store the boat out of the rain. Will definitely return and recommend to anyone looking to check out Charleston Lake!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate K.

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

Lovely Spot

Lovely to be so close to the water on a beautiful lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jin S.

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

beautiful and good location.

it was nice location. we can enjoy beautiful sunset and relaxation with family. i definitely come bcak.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

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

Our weekend getaway

The property was perfect! It was exactly as described. It was easy to find. The owner was responsive to our questions. We were looking for a little privacy and isolation — we got lots of both and had a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Gorgeous boathouse view

Looking out in the morning to see a group of common merganzers is priceless! Kayaking is fantastic, saw a lot of wildlife in the nearby creek and around the lake. There's a resident water snake that lives in the rocks next to the boathouse. The docks are perfect as is the swimming. The boathouse is a charming space and the bunkie very handy for visitors who made need somewhere to change or go to the washroom. The only addition I would make is a proper auto-shut-off kettle.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy S.

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

Breezy Beautiful Boathouse

It was lovely staying right on the water in this cute little boathouse. My teenage son enjoyed having his own space in the bunkie. Great use of space. Neighbours were a little close and a little loud, and bring all the food you need (including oil, spices, etc). Hosts were very kind.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Ed D.

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

Quiet & comfortable

Property was clean & quiet. Had everything we needed. Woke up to a beautiful view of the lake each morning. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Fishing getaway

I had the pleasure of spending three and one half days in the “boat house “ with my brothers and sons. It was strictly a fishing trip. The accommodations were exactly as described and met all of our needs. The house was clean, the kitchen was more than adequate and being able to keep my boat out of the weather was a real bonus. To top it off, the fishing was excellent as we did very well with all types of species. Mike and his wife were very gracious and met all of our needs. We will definitely come back and rent from the Hudson’s again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

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