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Little Blue Barn on Lake Erie

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A deck with outdoor furniture, a clock, and a view of the ocean.
A covered outdoor area with a white lattice fence, a flag, and a chimney.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned sofa.
A rustic cabin-style room with a bunk bed, a television, and a small kitchenette area.
A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table. There is a fireplace, a television, and a sign that reads "Welcome to the Cottage."

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Erie
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Selkirk, ON
  • Place, Toronto Motorsports Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, McMaster University
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Place, Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hamilton, ON (YHM-John C. Munro Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Back Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Front Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Middle Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Little Blue Barn on Lake Erie

Experience lake living at our Little Blue Barn with beautiful views of Lake Erie from the covered front deck and lake lookout. Enjoy our lake access and small beach. The beach is small and rocky at the moment but hopefully sandy come summer. A large sandy public beach is a 5 min drive. 3 bedrooms with plenty of room for a family. Fires on the beach or fire pit in yard. Swim, fish and boat all summer! Unfortunately, no pets. Amazing summer holiday on the water or cozy winter retreat.


Our house has 3 small bedrooms, 1 bathroom with a shower stall. You will love our open concept vaulted ceiling living, dining and kitchen area. Our rustic barn doors and decorations will make you feel like you have gone back 100years. We have a fireplace for cold weather days and fires in the big backyard are most enjoyable. Our back yard can be used for outdoor games. Lakeshore Rd. Is one of the best around for biking and runs along the lake for 20 km to the East and 10 km to the west. The beach that we own is across a small road that has infrequent traffic. Fish can be caught right off the shore in the early season. Swimming is a must and you are encouraged to bring your kayaks or stand up paddle boards. As the beach/shore is rocky please bring your beach shoes. At times in the season we can get algae at the shoreline but it usually pushed to one side. Unfortunately the conditions lakeside are out of our control. There is a small deck with seats to enjoy the sunset and a stunning view of the small island. A large public access sandy beach is a 5 min drive. Care with children is a must. Unfortunately, we can’t accommodate pets. We prefer a minimum 7 day Saturday to Saturday booking in the summer as this is our peak season.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9394425
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 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

Haldimand County

Haldimand County is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Erie and Selkirk Provincial Park, while Canadian Drilling Rig Museum and Cottonwood Mansion Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Toronto Motorsports Park or Cayuga International Speedway.
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Selkirk, ON

What's nearby

  • Toronto Motorsports Park - 12 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Long Beach Conservation Park - 45 min drive - 51.8 km
  • Turkey Point Provincial Park - 50 min drive - 70.9 km
  • McMaster University - 56 min drive - 75.4 km
  • Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts - 57 min drive - 70.5 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton, ON (YHM-John C. Munro Hamilton Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunflower Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shelly's Family Dining - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ye Olde Fisherville Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Scattered Blessings Coffee Shop - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Douglife Oasis - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Blue Barn on Lake Erie pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Little Blue Barn on Lake Erie?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Little Blue Barn on Lake Erie?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Blue Barn on Lake Erie?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Little Blue Barn on Lake Erie located?

Situated in Haldimand County, this cottage is steps from Lake Erie and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Canadian Drilling Rig Museum. Toronto Motorsports Park and Cottonwood Mansion Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Traveled from the states. Have never been to Canada and throughly enjoyed our stay with our family. Will definitely return to this property in the further. Hosts were excellent with plenty of insightful information about surrounding areas.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Cottage

We had a great time at this cottage decorated in a rustic theme that we loved. The lake was right across the road with an easy access to a nice little beach. The hosts Mark and Lisa were so nice and responded right away if we had any concerns.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Lake was beautiful, however the first 10 ft in were heavy drabb which made swimming not attractive at this time. We did have great weather and walked a lot.Leaves were coming down every were and made for a real fall feeling. We would certainly return !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little cottage

We really enjoyed our stay at this property! The hosts were so friendly, accommodating and super responsive. Our kids loved the little island off the beach which is just across the street from the home. There is also a public beach about 5 minutes down the shore that was perfect for swimming and hanging out on the sand. The cottage was clean and had all the basics. Large back yard as well which was perfect for wiffle ball! You won’t be disappointed if you book a stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Beach Stay

We were in the area for a family reunion and the Little Blue House was exactly what our family of 4 (2 adults 2 kids under 12) needed to rest and recharge between events. The house was comfortable, homey, and well stocked. Access to the private beach across the road (shared with the hosts and guests of their other rental) was a highlight for us. It was a great spot for fishing. The water didn’t get deep for a ways out and we went swimming most days. Mark and Lisa were great hosts - friendly, approachable, and available via VRBO messaging, phone, or finding them next door. We’ll be looking for availability to stay here again the next time we’re in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is wonderful! So quiet and peaceful and the perfect place to unwind with just us girls. There’s a private beach with the best views. I was lucky enough to get the front bedroom which I feel has the best view of the lake. Everything needed was supplied. The house is rustic, cozy, clean and wonderfully decorated! We had a great time checking out the different decorative antiques throughout the home. We have been to many homes and properties for our biannual girls weekend and this property is one of our top favourites. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a lovely spot & cottage!The road & area was quieter than expected. Great for walks. The porch was much used, for quiet morning coffee, looking at the beautiful view, while enjoying the birds singing & each evening . There was attention to detail throughout all, in the rustic decor, well stocked kitchen,( with everything one might need & more)A chest stocked with games. A large backyard & a fire pit- a big hit!!There was a binder with clear,detailed instructions with everything you might need to know.The hosts were excellent & quick to answer any questions,or help if any other needsI loved my stay here! The only disappointment at all, was the greenish, mossy? buildup all along the shores, that hindered some beach time & swimming( I'm told it can happen in the hotter weather, especially on L Erie). But we did get a swim in the Lake & enjoyed that a lot.I also went to Turkey Point PP, beach one day, (1st visit) as not far. Its a great beach & area too!It was a great time . Thanks to David & Lisa, for making it an extra enjoyable getaway! Many thanks, againJayne B
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love returning to the Blue Barn

Once again Mark and Lisa are wonderful hosts! Our family loves returning to the Blue Barn. Going to miss afternoon coffee on the front porch watching the lake and birds. Mornings at the little private beach hunting for beach glass. Sunsets by the fire watching the stars come out and satellites shoot across the sky. We love renting the little bunkie as well so that family has an extra room to stay in! Looking forward to coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Erie gem

Very charming decor, very comfortable. Lots of outdoor spaces with chairs, tables. Highly recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

The cottage was quiet and relaxing. The owners were very responsive.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Love it here, close to our home in Niagara…away from crowds and has the farming charm of Haldamd/ Selkirk county. This is our second family vacation to this property… we love this place ❤️ Mark and Lisa are wonderful hosts. Clean, quiet, beautiful from morning to night even when the lake is rough… the yard offers plenty to do if you enjoy activities outside (biking, hiking, finding lake glass and fossils on the beach ❤️) . I look forward to many more trips here in the future 😃
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mark was awesome

The property was great. Mark assisted us with whatever we required. Great time overall.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time

My children and myself had an absolutely great time!! Property owners were excellent!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2023
Thanks Don! It was a pleasure to have you and the boys stay. We hope you get to return next year. Mark and Lisa
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rest and relaxation

My husband and I needed to destress in this stressful time (covid). We both worked through this whole thing and wanted to just unwind. We took long walks listened to music and played various games. Our son and grandson came for the last 2 days and had a great time as well. Angie & Matt Whalen
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

I will do many more times
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2023
A pleasure to have Brian at our place as usual! Takes care of it like it is his own.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026

About the host

Hosted by Mark Mitchell

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