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Family-friendly cottage right on Drag River

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A wooden deck leading to a house with a porch, surrounded by trees and a stone pathway.
A wooden cabin with a deck, surrounded by snow-covered trees.
A kitchen with a wooden table and chairs, a refrigerator, and a stove.
A wooden staircase leading up to a stone wall, surrounded by trees and greenery.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a patterned sofa, a round coffee table, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 6•2 bedrooms•4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Minden Hills, ON
  • Place, Canning Lake
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Snowdon Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Balsam Lake
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom #2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Futon

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Main Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Family-friendly cottage right on Drag River

**Booking 7-night stays Saturday to Saturday for summer 2026**
A cozy, family-friendly cottage on a well treed lot located right on the Drag River. This unique space offers a quiet getaway surrounded by nature. Inside you'll find 2 bedrooms (Bedroom 1 has 1 queen bed; Bedroom 2 has a bunk bed with double bed on bottom and single bed on top), a recently renovated bathroom, eat-in kitchen and family room with futon. We also have a bunkie with bunk beds and a futon. **Please note - the bunkie is unavailable during the winter months as it is not heated**

Enjoy the sounds of nature on the large deck or sit around the camp fire. Entertain yourself by swimming, fishing, canoeing, tubing down the river right to our dock, sun bathing, walking/hiking or cozying up to watch a movie through Apple TV, Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video or our expansive DVD collection. Sit back, relax and enjoy your time here!

Short driving distance to hiking trails, restaurants, Minden Whitewater Water Preserve, Minden River Walk, and the famous Kawartha Dairy.

Summer availability (July and August) - prioritizing 7 night rentals - Saturday to Saturday
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9576799
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 first aid kit
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

Minden

Located in Minden Hills, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Haliburton Highlands Museum and Haliburton Sculpture Forest are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ski-Mazing Water Sports and Rails End Gallery and Arts Centre.
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Minden Hills, ON

What's nearby

  • Canning Lake - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Snowdon Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Minden Wild Water Preserve - 15 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Balsam Lake - 30 min drive - 42.6 km
  • Lake of Bays - 52 min drive - 73.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Boshkung Brewing Co. - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen Grill & Chill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burnt Crust Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ted’s Burger Wagon - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family-friendly cottage right on Drag River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Family-friendly cottage right on Drag River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family-friendly cottage right on Drag River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-friendly cottage right on Drag River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family-friendly cottage right on Drag River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Burnt River and Canning Lake. Snowdon Park is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Karen Johnson

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