Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
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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.
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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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Huron and Georgian Bay. 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
The Blue Mountains Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Thornbury Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Moreau Park Off-Leash Dog Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
The Blue Mountains Public Library - L.E. Shore Memorial - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Restaurants
Tim Hortons - 13 min walk
Circle K - 12 min drive
Cranky Bear Cafe - 11 min walk
Brunchie Modern Diner - 8 min walk
Bruce Wine Bar - 9 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Unique Thornbury Riverfront: In town, 0 traffic, walk to everything pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).
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 and Georgian Bay. Bayview Park and The Blue Mountains Town Hall are also within 10 minutes.
About the host
Hosted by Dorothy and Tom
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!