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Happy Hideaway, short walk to Lake Huron

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Picturesque Main St. Bayfield
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Your Happy Hideaway
A small house with a deck, a red door, and a window overlooking a garden.
A forested path with tall trees on both sides, leading to a building in the distance.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Bayfield, ON
  • Place, Bayfield Community Centre
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand Bend Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Pinery Provincial Park
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Half

Toilet

Main

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

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Located in Bluewater, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Grand Bend Place and Sunset Arts Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Hay Town Hall and Bayfield Town Hall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Zurich Arena, or consider a night out at Rotary Community Stage.
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Bayfield, ON

What's nearby

  • Bayfield Community Centre - 14 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Grand Bend Beach - 16 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Grand Bend’s Beach House Observation Deck - 17 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Pinery Provincial Park - 20 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Rotary Cove Beach - 33 min drive - 44.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪White Squirrel Golf Club & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Smiley'z Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hessenland Inn & Schatz Winery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bad Apple Brewing Company Ltd - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jerry Rader homestyle Catering & Market - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Happy Hideaway, short walk to Lake Huron pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Happy Hideaway, short walk to Lake Huron?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Happy Hideaway, short walk to Lake Huron?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Happy Hideaway, short walk to Lake Huron?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Happy Hideaway, short walk to Lake Huron located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps from Lake Huron and within 3 mi (5 km) of St. Joseph Memorial Park and White Squirrel Golf Club. Hay Township Beach and Hay Town Hall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

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. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had an excellent stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul 2026
I am so glad you had an excellent stay, Kelly! I appreciate the high reccommendation and would love to have you back at happy hideaway anytime. 🌲🏡✨
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Clean, host was friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jun 2026
Thank you so much, Miranda, and I am so glad you found the cottage clean and felt completely supported during your stay, as helping you relax and make happy memories happen is exactly what I am here for.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Love our Happy Hideaway

This is our third year coming back for shutdown and unwind time at the lake. Our family loves the rustic charm, the warm feeling (and the portable AC unit!), the location and the proximity/access to the beach. From swimming in the lake to lounging on the deck, swinging from the multiple swings or hammock, playing board games in the kitchen, enjoying a beautiful outdoor meal off the grill, s'mores on the camp fire and always having time to find a comfy spot to read a book there is something for all of us to enjoy and so many ways for us to connect. We love it here and the hosts and owners are top notch on all fronts.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed our stay. Only issue was lack of air conditioning during a heat wave but we were aware of the lack of air conditioning when we booked.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your review! I’m glad to hear you enjoyed your stay overall, even with the warm weather. I really appreciate your understanding about the lack of air conditioning and would love to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Happy Hideaway

We had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2023
Thanks for your review at Happy Hideaway. So glad you enjoyed your stay!! We'd be happy to host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet Retreat

Enjoyed this pretty very much. A relaxing stay, with things to do at the nearby towns. Clean property, fully equipped with what we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear you had a relaxing stay and enjoyed exploring the nearby towns. It's great to know the property had everything you needed for a perfect getaway. We’d love to welcome you back for another stay soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet & beautiful cottage

We felt relaxed from the moment we opened the door - the cottage was exceptionally clean and pleasant music was playing. The cottage was in a perfect location for us - close to Bayfield, Grand Bend & Goderich. We highly recommend this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2023
We're delighted you had such a relaxing and enjoyable stay at Happy Hideaway! Thank you for your 5-star rating and recommendation. We hope to welcome you back soon for more great experiences in the area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything and more

Beautiful house steps from the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2023
Thanks for your 5 Star review of Happy Hideaway. We are happy you enjoyed your stay and hope to host you again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Happiest of Hideaways

This was our return visit to Happy Hideaway in what is becoming a yearly vacation for our small family. We really love our time there together. Swimming, relaxing, enjoying delicious meals, camp fires with s'mores, hammock time, movie nights, cards and board games, visiting the local towns, getting local farm fresh eggs at the end of the road; there's no shortage of things to do and it's the perfect place to do nothing at all. Our daughter loved it, our dog loved it, we loved it. Looking forward to next year already.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

a relaxing week

it was excellent. only suggestion is to tell the guests to bring water shoes so its easier to deal with the small rocks when you go into the patter
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2024
Thanks for your 5 star review of Happy Hideaway. I'm glad you enjoyed it! We do recommend water shoes in our recommended packing list but I'm sorry you missed this in your packing. Hope to have you stay with us again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Hidden Gem

This cottage was a hidden gem. My husband and I needed a place to stay while our home was being renovated and it was the perfect choice. The cottage is located between Grand Bend and Bayfield and was close to several wineries and breweries. This lovely little cottage was in a private subdivision and was cosy, comfortable and extremely quiet. The cottage was clean and some basic things like toilet paper and salt and pepper were provided, although you do have to pay extra for linens. The beach is just a short walk away. The host was awesome about keeping in touch to ensure that we had everything we need.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your 5 star review! I would be happy to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Study In Thoughtfullnes

A beautiful home right near the stunning sand beach. The amenities, nice shower, yummy hotel bedding, decor and cottage feel with serious touch of warmth and class. Close to Grand Bend and other great small towns. Unforgettable fire on the beach. There was a firepit on the lawn, lawn chairs, hammock, saucer swing and more. Kids would love it but I loved it with a book. Large outdoor dining area with string lights for Magasine worthy outdoor dining. Outdoor shower and wrap around porch. You won't want to leave....
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Wow! - Thanks so much for your great review of Happy Hideaway. So happy you were able to enjoy all the amenities it has to offer. We hope to have you stay with us again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Long Weekend

What a fantastic long weekend in a sweet little beach side community! The cottage was great: plenty of room, clean, three bedrooms, two bathrooms electric fireplace, comfy couch, and great shower with good water pressure (not to mention a beach washoff shower outside). Lots of extras and linen service available. Loved the big windows in the living room and especially appreciated having a little floor space to do yoga in front of the fireplace looking out at the trees in the front yard. The beach was perfect. You can walk and walk in either direction with tons of great rocks mixed in with the soft sand. Especially loved the gorgeous beach entry path. Great location close to Bayfield, Grand Bend, and Goderich for day trips, shopping and restaurants. Will come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2023
Wow-Thanks so much for your 5-Star review of Happy Hideaway. Sounds like you had a great vacation-yoga and beach! Our housekeepers will appreciate you noticing their hard work. I agree-such a great location too. Would be happy to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cottage steps from Lake Huron beach

This property is as advertised, if not better. The hosts are very accommodating and the space offers an example of a relaxing stay. The hosts even left a gift for our dog, which was a great touch! Why travel to the Caribbean when a beach like this is on offer just steps away from the back porch? This cottage is well equipped with everything you’ll need, only personal essentials are required to bring. With plenty of space on offer, our family of 4 plus dog had more than enough room. Our teenagers travelled to the Grand Bend strip on one of our days, which is only 15 mins away, while the parents had some time to soak up the tranquility of the property and the amazing beach. I could go on and on, but you get the picture. If you’re considering renting this property, do it! You won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2024
Thank you for your fantastic 5-star review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a relaxing stay and enjoyed the well-equipped cottage. We agree that our beach is a hidden gem, perfect for both tranquility and family fun. We're glad your teenagers enjoyed Grand Bend while you soaked up the serene atmosphere. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you and your family back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot and nice cottage!

This was a great location with an amazing beach a short walk. It was a pleasure staying here and would book again! Enjoyed the down time and the place was outfitted with everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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