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Unique Thornbury Riverfront: In town, 0 traffic, walk to everything

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Beaver River looking out to Georgian Bay
Birdseye view of cottage - on beaver river where it meets Georgian bay
Parking for 3 cars
Exterior
Exterior detail

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Thornbury, ON
  • Place, Blue Mountain Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Mountain Ski Resort
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Scandinave Spa Blue Mountain
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

main bathroom

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master ensuite bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Unique Thornbury Riverfront: In town, 0 traffic, walk to everything

FULL SKI SEASON or MINIMUM 30 nights REST OF YEAR. Sweet cottage across from Thornbury yacht harbour on cul de sac, 5 min. walk to downtown. Vaulted ceilings, quartz countertop, gas fireplace, upgraded fixtures and thoughtful design to maximize space and views of the river, harbour and bay.
Features include:
- Secluded Master suite with walkout to deck, Ensuite bath with double vanity, shower, heated slate floor
- 2 more small Bedrooms (1 double bed; 1 single-over-double bunkbed) share the 4-piece main bath
- Quartz countertops in sunny kitchen with stainless steel island open to living/dining
- Convenient kitchen access to gas bar-b-q under skylit roof
- Cozy gas fireplace
- Economical gas heat and on-demand hot water
- Walkouts to expansive deck with harbour, river and Bay views
- Small shed with power and workbench for ski-tuning, bike storage
- 0 traffic cul-de-sac (where Cottage Ave ends at Beaver River)

*** Utilities (gas, hydro, water / sewer, unlimited wifi) and optional snow removal are EXTRA. Grass cutting IS included. ***

Perfect location close to 'everything'!

- FISH the Beaver River from your backyard
- RUN/WALK/CYCLE the 35 km Georgian Trail (3 min. from your door)
- ROAD or MOUNTAIN BIKE challenging escarpment roads or local wooded trails
- STROLL upriver to the fish ladder, dam and mill pond (5min.)
- SWIM from Little River or Bayview Park beach or the harbour pier, 5 min. walk
- PLAY TENNIS at Bayview Park public courts, basically 'across the street' 2 min. walk
- PADDLE the Beaver River or Georgian Bay (17 ft canoe, paddles and 2 PFDs provided)
- SAIL from the harbour across the footbridge, 2 min. walk
- BROWSE & BUY local artists at the Loft gallery or in ‘arts-burg' (Clarksburg)
- TASTE Thornbury Cider (10min. walk) or wines at Georgian Hills or Coffin Ridge wineries
- DINE at Fabbrica, the Mill, Bruce, Winnifred’s, Sterling’s, the Orchid, the Corner, etc.
- SAVOUR cinnamon buns at Thornbury Bakery, artisinal breads and cheeses from The Cheese Gallery, fair trade coffee at Ashanti
- GOLF Lora Bay's Raven, Georgian Bay private club or several other courses nearby
- HIKE the Bruce Trail (10 min. drive to Kolapore; many other access points/ lookouts)
- CLIMB/ SPELUNK/CAVE the Niagara Escarpment
- SKI / SHRED/ TUBE Blue Mountain (Village at Blue 15 min; private ski club Georgian Peaks 7 min. drive) or CROSS country ski the escarpment at Kolapore
- UNWIND at Scandanavie Spa (15 min. drive)
- EXPERIENCE a variety of events year-round in town or at 'Village at Blue' resort * 15 min. drive

* The Village at Blue is year-round pedestrian village resort offering skiing, snow boarding and tubing, Xtreme mountain biking, golf, rock climbing wall, spa, year-round water play area and more. Hotels, restaurants, shops and events (Eg. concerts, art shows, sports demonstrations, movie nights, etc. ) are described on their VILLAGEATBLUE website.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Additional fee applies
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Read and adhere to the "Welcome to our Cottage" booklet
Leave the cottage as found: beds made with fresh linens, dishes stored, cleaned, etc.
Conflict with neighbours or the Town will result in immediate termination of stay without compensation

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 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

Thornbury

Located in The Blue Mountains, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Blue Mountain Ski Resort and Scandinave Spa Blue Mountain are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Eddie Bush Memorial Arena or Collingwood Eddie Bush Memorial Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Thornbury, ON

What's nearby

  • Thornbury Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 7 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Blue Mountain Ski Resort - 16 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Scandinave Spa Blue Mountain - 19 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Collingwood Scenic Caves - 21 min drive - 24.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Thornbury Craft Co. - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ashanti Coffee Estate - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Winifred’s English - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique Thornbury Riverfront: In town, 0 traffic, walk to everything pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Unique Thornbury Riverfront: In town, 0 traffic, walk to everything?

As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Unique Thornbury Riverfront: In town, 0 traffic, walk to everything on 3 Mar 2026 start from £87, 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 Unique Thornbury Riverfront: In town, 0 traffic, walk to everything?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unique Thornbury Riverfront: In town, 0 traffic, walk to everything?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique Thornbury Riverfront: In town, 0 traffic, walk to everything?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unique Thornbury Riverfront: In town, 0 traffic, walk to everything located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Lake Huron, Georgian Bay and Bayview Park. The Blue Mountains Town Hall and Thornbury Harbour are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

Highly Recommended Thornbury Cottage!

My husband and I had a terrific week exploring Thornbury and the surrounding area. Your cottage was a very comfortable and cozy retreat, and many hours were spent enjoying the backyard view of the bay! Your attention to detail inside the cottage left us not wanting a thing. The location was ideal as we were close enough to walk or bicycle downtown or to the marina and yet it was private enough to enjoy that camping feeling sitting around a backyard campfire. Thanks again for a wonderful vacation.
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10/10 Excellent

Richard J.

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

Lovely quaint cottage on water!

Amazing location on the water with incredibly peaceful view of Georgian bay and the Thornberry marina...walk is 5 minutes up to the shops and restaurants of Thornberry that we loved as well as access to the Georgian Trail for hiking/walking which is 100 yards from the cottage. The place is amazingly designed - with more space than you would think - all amenities excellent and modern and up to date. Nice open kitchen and living room and nice bathrooms and lots of light. Loved it!
Stayed 121 nights in Dec 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

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

A little bit of Heaven on Earth

It is everything as described. Waking up to the beautiful scene of the harbour and ending the day with a striking sunset was priceless. It is a very peaceful environment with no traffic and within walking distance of a beautiful beach and park as well as the downtown area of Thornbury.
Stayed 61 nights in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Rob D.

Great location in a wonderful town.

We stayed in this cottage for July and August 2018 and had a wonderful holiday. Located right on the Beaver River, near Georgian Bay and 10 minute walk to Thornbury city center, this tiny cottage was perfect for us and our pet dog to relax and enjoy the summertime. Close to swimming area, can fish from the property. Owners (D+T) were very responsive to any requests we made and the lawn was maintained by a lawn care company so no maintenance required by us. We will look at staying there again!! Thx.
Stayed 60 nights in Jun 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Paul & Veronica M.

Peaceful, Bright & New

It is everything everyone has written about here in VRBO reviews and now so much more with the renovations. “Fantastic experience and Stay”. Dorothy and Tom have been wonderful!
Stayed 114 nights in Dec 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Holiday Promises Fulfilled

It's difficult to describe the joy one feels when making that last turn after a 5 hour drive, finding in front of you, the Cottage you booked from a Continent away, exactly as in the pictures in the listing. Indeed, within 10 minutes, we were at home. Inside and outside, everything was just super and indeed I've pinned the listing to my desktop so that I can click on it every time I feel nostalgic about our sublime 2 weeks there. This property was spotless and everything including the appliances all functioned perfectly. Bedlinens were all there too. The location was actually even a little better than promised and sitting on the extensive deck in the evening, literally on the edge of Georgian Bay, really does take some beating. The attractions of Thornbury are so close by that if you didn't need it for touring, you could dispense with a car. The Owner was a mine of information and we followed up on most of her recommendations. Here too we weren't disappointed and particularly enjoyed the Dam Pub and Bridges in Thornbury. Also Ted's Diner on Range Road near Meaford is a real gem and the Canadian Cheeseplate at the Coffin Ridge Vineyard (not to mention the wine) is simply outstanding. We also took a 30,000 Island Cruise from Penetanguishene, booked from the UK and that was very worthwhile too. Friends from about 50 kms away came to visit and were so impressed with our "find", they will be recommending it to their Family and friends from all over Canada. To summarise, for Europeans especially but also for people more local, if you want to see a part of real Canada and live like Canadians do, try this.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Charming cottage in equally charming town!

We thoroughly enjoyed out week long stay in this well appointed, clean cottage overlooking Georgian Bay - laundry facilities, great shower, games, DVD player, wood stove and fire pit and more. The massive deck allows you to chase the sun or the shade throughout the day, while waves lapping on the shore make gentle noise in the background. Perfect for watching the fishermen right across the riverside in the early morning and evening and beautiful sunsets. Kayak launch at the public park a very short drive away. Thornbury is a charming town with some great restaurants - if you don't want to use the cottage BBQ, check out Bruce Wine bar and Simplicity Bistro among others. A terrific week of unwinding!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

We found the cottage very pleasant and really well situated close to Thornbury.Hope to be back !

We Found the entire week excellent . We loved the proximity to Thornbury.Very clean and well looked after.See you next year!

About the host

Hosted by Dorothy and Tom

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Hello! I live in Toronto with my husband Tom and our dog, Ollie. We both play in community orchestras and small ensembles so are tied to the city for rehearsals and concerts and can't use the cottage all the time ourselves. It's too perfect to sit empty - we make it available for others to enjoy.

Why they chose this property

We chose the area 25 years ago because it's a year-round, not just summer (or winter) recreational area and bought a log house about 10 minute drive out of town. We knew we'd always want a place here, but with less acreage and in town so we could park the car and walk to everything.
In 2008, we bought the cottage - a 1940's vintage fishermans hut that had been added onto by handymen over the years. We renovated then but in 2017, after selling our log house, we demolished all but the roof and totally rebuilt the cottage, maintaining the footprint which is grandfathered closer to the river than would be allowed for a new build.

What makes this property unique

The location - right in town but with 0 traffic, on the water with river, bay and harbour views - is definitely unique.

It's a smartly designed little place that 'lives large' thanks to vaulted ceilings, clever use of space and a thoughtful layout (Eg. the master suite is very private, located off the kitchen and separated from the other 2 bedrooms and bath by the living/dining room).

While everything is brand new, the vintage original 1940's fisherman's cottage experience remains, with simple pleasures that change with the season:
the warmth of the fire, walking up the river bank to watch the salmon jumping up the fish ladder, the smell of fresh bread or cinnamon buns at Thornbury bakery, the crunch of an apple picked from a tree in the front yard, riding bikes from your door along the Georgian Trail to Collingwood or Meaford, jumping off the harbour pier with the kids in summer, a stroll up to the Mill, Bruce, Fabbrica (Mark McEwan restaurant) or the Dam Pub for dinner, the colourful sunset through the sailboat rigging, the calm of patient fishermen.
It's really a magical spot!


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