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Dominik S.
17 May 2026
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Dominik S.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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Idylwild Retreat and Riverfront Cottage - Moments from Lake Huron
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Highlights
- Centrally-locatedYou're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
5 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 15
Popular amenities
- Hot tub on site
- Patio
- Refrigerator
- Internet
- Onsite parking available
- Firepit
Explore the area
Goderich, ON
- Point Clark Lighthouse National Historic SitePlace, Point Clark Lighthouse National Historic Site13 min drive
- Point Clark Lighthouse and Lightkeeper's MuseumPlace, Point Clark Lighthouse and Lightkeeper's Museum13 min drive
- Point Farms Provincial ParkPlace, Point Farms Provincial Park24 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 15)
Bedroom on Lower Floor
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Bedroom on Main Floor
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom on Main Floor
1 Double Bed
Bedroom on Main Floor
1 Double Bed
Bedroom on Upper Floor
5 Single Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Ensuite Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Main Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Idylwild Retreat and Riverfront Cottage - Moments from Lake Huron
Idylwild Retreat is between Goderich and Kincardine on the Eighteen Mile River, a short walk, paddle, or cycle to Lake Huron and Ashfield Beach: a stretch of beautiful, wild, secluded, natural, and public shoreline.
The cottage has 5 bedrooms, sleeping 10, and provides an opportunity to gather in a quiet, idyllic, private, and natural setting. It offers plenty of room to come together indoors in comfortable, inviting spaces, and outdoors near the river, around a campfire, and on the spacious, remarkable grounds.
~ Come to swim away the summer days, kayak to the lake, and enjoy gorgeous sunsets from the riverside or at the lake.
~ Relax and restore at Idylwild Cottage, all within an easy drive to visit picturesque towns, festivals, country markets, and numerous local restaurants & tourist attractions showcasing the abundance of both Huron and Bruce Counties.
~ Enjoy a spring or fall getaway with outdoor hot tub, at this warm, welcoming cottage, in a natural, serene environment .
The cottage has 5 bedrooms, sleeping 10, and provides an opportunity to gather in a quiet, idyllic, private, and natural setting. It offers plenty of room to come together indoors in comfortable, inviting spaces, and outdoors near the river, around a campfire, and on the spacious, remarkable grounds.
~ Come to swim away the summer days, kayak to the lake, and enjoy gorgeous sunsets from the riverside or at the lake.
~ Relax and restore at Idylwild Cottage, all within an easy drive to visit picturesque towns, festivals, country markets, and numerous local restaurants & tourist attractions showcasing the abundance of both Huron and Bruce Counties.
~ Enjoy a spring or fall getaway with outdoor hot tub, at this warm, welcoming cottage, in a natural, serene environment .
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 20083441
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
About the area
Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh
Located in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh, this cottage is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Huron and Point Farms Provincial Park, while Sky Harbour Gallery and Huron County Museum are cultural highlights. The Huron-Kinloss Ice Cream Trail and Huron Historic Gaol are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.
Goderich, ON
What's nearby
- Point Clark Lighthouse National Historic Site - 13 min drive - 12.6 km
- Point Clark Lighthouse and Lightkeeper's Museum - 13 min drive - 12.6 km
- Port Albert Beach - 19 min drive - 21.5 km
- Ainsdale Golf Course - 20 min drive - 23.7 km
- Point Farms Provincial Park - 24 min drive - 30.7 km
Restaurants
- Mr.Sub - 7 min drive
- Coastal Coffee - 11 min drive
- T-Money's Cottage Bar - 14 min drive
- Mullhaven Cabin Fart - 17 min drive
- Mercato and Pizzeria - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Idylwild Retreat and Riverfront Cottage - Moments from Lake Huron pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Idylwild Retreat and Riverfront Cottage - Moments from Lake Huron?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is Idylwild Retreat and Riverfront Cottage - Moments from Lake Huron located?
Situated on a river, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lake Huron and within 9 miles (15 km) of Point Clark Lighthouse and Lightkeeper's Museum and Point Clark Lighthouse National Historic Site. Family Funland Karting Track and Ainsdale Golf Course are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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10/10 Excellent
Nancy D.
26 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a relaxing weekend at this cottage. There was lots of room for all of our family. The outdoor space was lovely and proximity to the beach was perfect. We enjoyed the natural surrounding.Although only one of us used the hot tub it was clean and nice to have. The second bathroom was small and not completly acessible for a large group, but the supplies like soap and shampoo and lots of towels were appreciated.The kitchen was well equiped with dishes, cutlery and accessories for cooking and clean.The steep stairs just inside the door were challenging, especially for children, we used furniture to block it off but a gate would have provided more piece of mind.We wish check in could have been earlier and check out a bit later would have given us more time to enjoy our breakfast together before everyone got on the road for long drives home.
Nancy D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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