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The Boathouse - 3-bedroom Waterfront Cottage

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A lakeside setting with three Adirondack chairs facing the water, a dock with a boat, and a grassy area.
A wooden cabin in a forest.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.
A small, single-story cabin with a porch, located near a lake.
A covered outdoor seating area with a round table and orange chairs, overlooking a lake.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Paddleboard available
    A rare find — hit the water on a paddleboard right here.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Buckhorn Lake

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Selwyn, ON
  • Place, Buckhorn Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lower Buckhorn Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Balsam Lake
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

3 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Selwyn

Located in Selwyn, this holiday home is on the waterfront. St. John the Baptist Anglican Church and Lakefield Marina are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include McLean Berry Farm and Bobcaygeon Fairgrounds. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as canoeing.
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Selwyn, ON

What's nearby

  • Buckhorn Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lower Buckhorn Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Trent University - 20 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Fenelon Falls - 39 min drive - 52.9 km
  • Balsam Lake - 49 min drive - 65.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Mainstreet Landing - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Country Bob's Chip Truck - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cody Inn - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Mariloo's Ice Cream & Confections - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Boathouse - 3-bedroom Waterfront Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The Boathouse - 3-bedroom Waterfront Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Boathouse - 3-bedroom Waterfront Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Boathouse - 3-bedroom Waterfront Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Boathouse - 3-bedroom Waterfront Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Buckhorn Lake and Lower Buckhorn Lake. Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park and Pigeon Lake are also within 3 miles (5 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. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage, thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable place. Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice modest place for a small family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful very relaxing

Very relaxing and calm place to stay. The host where very helpful and friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Andy and Brandon are fantastic!

Staff couldn't have been friendlier or more helpful! Great waterfront property and pet-friendly. I know people say this all the time, BUT we really didn't want to to leave 😢😉🙏
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

We had a great time at the boathouse, lot's of fun things to do on the property, my family enjoyed everything from basketball and badminton to paddle boarding, kayaks, paddle boating and a lazy river. Such a great family experience for young kids and the order ones too! Thanks so much Mo, Andy and Brandon for an exceptional weekend. See you again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for a family reunion :-)

The home and its surrounding were ideal for those who want to relax and enjoy nature. The Host (Andy) and other people we met to include other "cottagers" were extremely friendly and helpful. We even had an unexpected evening delivery of firewood (free of charge) while sitting around the camp fire. On Saturday, there was a Karaoke that was enjoyed by many to include our group. My kids (in their 30s) even met new friends and stayed out late enjoying the campfire with their new friends. Highly recommended. René
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Excellent Family Adventure

Upon arrival I had the code to get into cottage with no issues and was able to settle in. Everything in cottage was easy to find and close to all outdoor activities. We enjoyed paddle boarding, swimming, fishing, badminton and kids liked the playground. Our contact introduced himself and answered all our questions and even provided a history lesson to the kids about the land. He took care of our garage and recycling and wood for the fire. We were able to de-stress and spend valuable family time together! One suggestion is to list what type of coffee maker the cottage had. The grocery store was a walk away so was able to get coffee we needed. We loved the cottage and grounds. We hope to book again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing location for fishing and relaxing! The lazy river was excellent and the snorkeling was so much fun, seen a ton of fish. The cottage itself was gorgeous and super clean, with great air conditioning (something I really need). The view from the screened in room was beautiful to look at the water while playing boardgames or having breakfast. Andy was absolutely the highlight of our trip. He was always available and ready to help with anything we needed or had question about. He also made our family feel welcome and at home. We will definitely be coming back for years to come we have found our new spot up north!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have had a wonderful stay at Shady Point Resort while renting “The Boathouse”. The open kitchen area and bathroom are renovated and were sparkling clean! The bedrooms are typical cottage small bedrooms and suited our needs perfectly. Sheets were oh-so-clean (!!!). They are apparently sent out for cleaning, hence the freshness without chemicals. We have asked (due to our allergies) for the cottage to be cleaned without using strong chemicals – and so it was! THANK YOU Andy for taking care of that!!! Now Andy – he is the heart of this resort and the owner, Mo, made a right decision hiring him as the property manager. He is everything one would want from great manager – helpful, responsive, always taking care of things around the property and so likeable that he makes you feel like he is an old friend and one feels they were always coming to this place even though it was our first time lol! Certainly and hopefully not the last(!). Bonus accommodations include : free use of kayaks, paddling boards, tubes and lovely long deck for sunbathing or fishing and tandem bike. Last, but not least – ahhhhhhhhhh – the SAUNA(!) with wood burning sauna stove (easy to heat up with wood purchased right next to the office). We stayed 3 nights, used sauna TWICE because it was so fantastic! Perfect vacation spot with everything one needs when going to the cottage – and more(!). Thank You Andy for making our vacation so perfect and Thank You Mo for giving us the opportunity to use Your place
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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