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Gerbers 1870 Chalet - A touch of Bavaria in Canada

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A rustic log cabin with a balcony adorned with flowers, a stone fireplace, and a large rock garden.
A cozy living room with a wooden dining table, chairs, a TV, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.
A rustic cabin with a stone exterior, a wooden deck, and a large tree in the foreground.
Log steps going to the loft and bedroom.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, toaster, and a sink.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Golden Lake
2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Killaloe, ON
  • Place, Golden Lake
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Bonnechere Caves
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, Logos Land Water Park
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Loft bedroom

1 Double Bed

Sleeper sofa in living room.

1 Single Sofa Bed

Upstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Gerbers 1870 Chalet - A touch of Bavaria in Canada

Built in 1870 by the first homesteaders on this Ottawa Valley farm, the earliest incarnation would have been as a small barn but it was turned into a charming guest house reflecting the German heritage of the current owners. With a living room, kitchen, three-piece bath, bedroom and separate loft area with a double bed, there is enough room for four comfortably. Ideal for families or couples traveling together, it is decorated to reflect both the German heritage of the original owners and some East Tennessee touches from the family tree.
There is a private bedroom with a queen bed, a loft with a double bed and a small (twin) loveseat pull out couch. The bedroom and loft are upstairs and the bathroom, kitchen, living/dining area are downstairs.
The chalet is on the property of a working plant nursery, Gerber's Nursery. It is across from the main house and provides privacy in a beautiful setting.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Toys. Gate at top of stairs.
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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
Smoking allowed outside.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Return the keys
Please make sure to leave the key. Safe travels home.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1524095vb
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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bonnechere Valley

Located in Bonnechere Valley, this chalet is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Foy Property Provincial Park and Golden Lake, while Polish Kashub Heritage Museum and Grumblin' Granny's are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Killaloe, ON

What's nearby

  • Golden Lake - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bonnechere Caves - 38 min drive - 34.7 km
  • Logos Land Water Park - 45 min drive - 55.9 km
  • CFB Petawawa Military Museums - 53 min drive - 76.5 km
  • Opeongo River Provincial Park - 59 min drive - 76.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Green’s Chip Truck - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kokomish Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Golden Lake Chinese Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Koko-Mish Corner Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Crossroads Restaurant & Pizza - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gerbers 1870 Chalet - A touch of Bavaria in Canada pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gerbers 1870 Chalet - A touch of Bavaria in Canada?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gerbers 1870 Chalet - A touch of Bavaria in Canada?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gerbers 1870 Chalet - A touch of Bavaria in Canada?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gerbers 1870 Chalet - A touch of Bavaria in Canada located?

Situated near the beach, this chalet is steps from Golden Lake and 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from Golden Lake Marina. Homestead at Wolf Ridge and Bonnechere Caves are also within 20 miles (32 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 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 39 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, peaceful spot in a beautiful setting. Host is very friendly and had added pretty fall touches to the chalet. We really enjoyed spending Thanksgiving here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurel C.

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

Cute chalet in a peaceful setting

Loved staying in this chalet! It was nicely decorated, had everything we needed, and was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thanks Laurel! We would love to have you come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LeeAnn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a very comfortable chalet. I loved listening to the owls at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luc R.

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

Nice place

Clean and well decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2024
Thanks so much Luc.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shirley L.

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

Wonderful hostess

Beautiful place very clean. Debbie was a great hostess. Loved the place and I would definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2023
That is so kind Shirley. I enjoyed meeting you and it will be nice to welcome you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

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

Chalet stay

We had a lovely stay and we felt very welcomed. We had a private beach to use by the lake. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judit

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

Cozy place, good location

The property has the perfect location to discover the area, hiking at Barron Canyon, visiting Provincial parks and caves etc. The Chalet is super quiet, cozy and charming. Very clean and private. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec 2021
Thank you so much Judit. I'm glad you enjoyed the chalet and our area. Come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Drew M.

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

Quiet retreat

I was in the area for contemplative study and this quiet, charming cottage provided the needed backdrop for stillness at the end of a day of study.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
Thanks Drew. We look forward to welcoming you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A great location to get away. Quiet and serene! Thanks Debbi!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruth F.

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

Winter getaway

We had a lovely winter getaway at the chalet. Thanks, Debbi!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a beautiful property located in Gerbers Nursery. It’s quiet, safe, peaceful and a lovely cabin that had everything I needed, including WiFi and TV. It was a mixture of old history meets modern. My family and I had a great stay and hope to stay again next year! Thank you Deb for a wonderful stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Debbie is a wondefull host, she told us about the history and what was available in the area. There wasn't anythin we did not like about the property
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Madhubanti

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It is a functioning nursery, so there were flowers all around, which is really lovely. It would have been nice if the stay included an option to tour the nursery or have a conversation about the flowering plants. Some guests may be interested in more than just a place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danielle P.

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

Stop and smell the roses

Peaceful environment surrounded with beautiful gardens. Very clean and homy. The private beach was great. Welcoming and friendly. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Charming and perfect getaway!

We were looking for a quiet, relaxing getaway, and we found it! This chalet is so charming and quiet. The hosts are experienced and you can tell they put love and pride into their hosting. We were comfortable, cozy, and had plenty of privacy. The location is picturesque and the chalet is stocked with plenty for relaxation. We explored the walk to the beach, and I would come back with my kids for a fun trip in the warm months. Would definitely come back here, it's praeceful, beautiful, and lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susan G.

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

Cozy and quiet

Many thanks to Debbi and her family for hosting us in this lovely chalet. We visited during the winter and enjoyed the peace and quiet of the chalet. I thought that I would miss having access to an oven but it turned out that the stove top and toaster oven met our needs. A walk to the Gerber beach and view of the frozen Golden Lake was lovely. Thanks again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dmytro C.

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

Great place to stay for Ontario nature

Stayed here as part of a road trip through Ontario. Place is very clean, hosts communicated very well for any questions or concerns. The property is a plant nursery, even in the fall there were some plants and flowers around, cool to see that. The chalet/cabins do not feel isolated (whether this is good or bad depends on your preference), the hosts live in the larger house right next to them. About 1.5 hour drive from Algonquin hiking trails. Also not too far from Ottawa.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chantal H.

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

Just as advertised, it did not disappoint!

The chalet is cozy and inviting. We enjoyed the history of the place and the amenities. We are definitely planning on going back in the winter. We want to thank Debbi and her husband for sharing this very cool place with the rest of us. They could just keep it private but it would be a lost for so many! Until our next visit...
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2022
Thank you so much Chantal. I enjoyed meeting you both. Thanks for your appreciation for our dearly loved property.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What you see in the pictures is what you get. But it’s a bit nicer in person. Very relaxing and home-away-from-home feeling. A lot of nice beaches within an hours drive. We went to Ottawa for fireworks. (Hour and a half drive). There’s no shortage of hiking/biking trails and beaches within 20 minutes as well. Love the area and for the price this is the place to go. Very sweet host who couldn’t be more helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to get away from the city and experience some peace and quiet. Plenty of good golf around the property, and, the drive to Wilno Tavern is well worth it. The sofa bed pullout isn't comfortable, but the other beds are great. I'd stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer B.

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

Wifi and TV were spotty at best.

It's a tiny little cottage, but it made it cozy. Lots of throws and blankets. The fridge was pretty tiny which caused some problems with food we had brought with us in coolers. Their telephone lines went down that morning (Friday) and they couldn't get out until Monday to look at it. So the tv/wifi might not have even been their fault, but the host (female) was out of town that weekend and her husband seemed pretty disinterested in helping us. We got CBC news the one night he helped us but never got anything the next day and a half. It seemed like it was our problem, not his, so we didn't ask for help after that. We just read instead of watching anything. I'm sure it would be better if we went again; it was the first two nights of our two week vacation so it was just a bummer way to start out.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Talia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I had such a pleasant stay. The space is clean, safe, and comfortable, and the surroundings are beautiful - both more broadly (the lake, the river, the long road out) and quite specifically (the nursery itself, surrounding buildings on the property, the rows of herbs and petunias). Debbi is so kind and welcoming. I look forward to my next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

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

Great weekend at a nice chalet!

The cottage was perfect and the owners were very accommodating! We really appreciated and enjoyed our time there…lots of great snowshoeing!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Great weekend get away.

We visited on the off season and it was spectacular. I couldn't get over how quiet it was in the cottage. Very cozy and full of things to appreciate from books to movies, from art to crafts. The walk to the lake was well worth it, hope to get back for the winter snows and do some snow shoeing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec 2021
So glad you enjoyed it. The chalet is a special place for us and we like to keep that homey feeling. See you soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

anna S.

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

Thank you

Great property, amazing staff, welcoming host. Definately going back. Thank you for making our vacation so peaceful and enjoyable..
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2021
Anna, you and Paul were wonderful guests. Look forward to seeing you again.

About the host

Hosted by Debbi Christinck

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This property has been in our family for three generations now, since 1957. The chalet is a small guest house which we enjoy welcoming visitors to. We hope you will enjoy it as much as our family has over the years.

Why they chose this property

Located at a working flower/plant nursery, it offers the advantages of country living with the amenities of home. Nearby is Golden Lake, Pikwakangan, Bonnechere Caves, Opeongo Nordic Ski Club, Shaw Woods and more. A bit further but still within a short drive is Algonquin Park and Ottawa.

Languages:

English, German, Spanish

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