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A spacious living area with a high ceiling, large windows, a fireplace, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A spacious kitchen with a large marble island, a stone fireplace, and a dining area with a view of the outdoors.
A modern balcony with glass railings, a wooden deck, and outdoor furniture.
A house surrounded by dense forest, with a sandy beach in the foreground.
A wooden cabin with a stone pathway leading to a wooden deck.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • On beach
  • Barbecue grill
  • Onsite parking available
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Goderich, ON
  • Place, Point Farms Provincial Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, The Livery Theatre
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Rotary Cove Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Main level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh

Located in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Sky Harbour Gallery and Huron County Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Maitland and Park Theatre.
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Goderich, ON

What's nearby

  • Point Farms Provincial Park - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Huron Historic Gaol - 13 min drive - 14.7 km
  • The Livery Theatre - 14 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Rotary Cove Beach - 16 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Bayfield Community Centre - 32 min drive - 41.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sky Ranch Drive-in - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Goderich Harbour Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kings Crown Pub - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Jeffery's Gardens N Bar - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is the Lookout, Private Lake Access pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at the Lookout, Private Lake Access?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at the Lookout, Private Lake Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at the Lookout, Private Lake Access?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is the Lookout, Private Lake Access located?

This Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh cottage is on the beach, steps from Lake Huron and within 6 mi (10 km) of Port Albert Beach and Point Farms Provincial Park. Goderich Main Beach and St. Christopher's Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect vacation spot for our family. The view when you walk in is absolutely stunning and we felt like we had the entire lake to ourselves. The house was gorgeous, comfortable, and filled with everything we could need and more (games, blankets, art supplies, books, beautiful dishes, sparkling appliances, and great bbq). The beach was super fun despite being rocky. We loved collecting rocks and seeing the variety of fossils. The amazing collection of water toys (kayaks, paddleboards, sand toys, chairs, firepit gear, etc.) was fantastic and saved us so much work not having to pack any of those things. The drive to town and to the river was lovely and gave us some variety in our week when we wanted it. But honestly, this place was so nice that we never even wanted to leave. Sitting around the fire on the beach at night or on the balcony on the comfy furniture staring up at the stars while hearing nothing but the waves below was the absolute best. Thanks for the incredible vacation. We certainly hope to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2026
Angela, thank you so much for such a wonderful, thoughtful review! I am so thrilled that the Lookout gave your family such an incredible vacation and that you loved all the little touches, from the stargazing on the balcony to fossil hunting down on the beach. It sounds like you truly made the most of the kayaks, paddleboards, and cozy fires by the waves. I would absolutely love to host you all again anytime! 🌅🔥✨
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Lake Huron View

New cottage in pristine condition with all the amenities! Gorgeous view of Lake Huron. Please note there are 65 steps down to the cottage. Pack lightly!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
Thanks for your 5-Star Review of the Lookout! With it being a new cottage for us we love any feedback you have. I agree-packing light is best for the stairs to get to the cottage-but once you get there-amazing view! We hope to have you stay with us again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning Lakehouse

We had the best time! From the moment we walked in, we were wowed by the lake views. The cottage is beautiful and had everything we needed. All of the furnishings and fixtures were good quality, which for me made the whole experience even better. We spent lots of time at the beach swimming, kayaking, and watching sunsets (which were never the same twice). We also loved being out on the balcony. It had amazing views of the lake, and we loved reading out there. We really had the best time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2024
Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the stunning lake views and found the cottage to your liking. It's wonderful that you made the most of the beach and enjoyed the sunsets, kayaking, and swimming. The balcony truly is a special spot, and we're glad you found it perfect for relaxing with a good book. We hope to welcome you back for more memorable moments in the future!
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10/10 Excellent

Birthday Celebration

We LOVED staying at the Lookout ! The cottage is BEAUTIFUL!! Immaculate and tasteful , every room has its own personal touch . The views are fantastic ! We can’t say enough great things about it . Definitely would recommend to family and friends . Sad to leave paradise ! Thank you to Jennifer for her great service as well ! Our enjoy Our only recommendation is to advise cottagers to bring water shoes as we found the lake to be extremely rocky. Thank you for a great stay !!!
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful and Relaxing

The views of the Lake from the deck and LR were amazing and the pics do not do justice to the actual home, interior and exterior extremely clean, beds were comfy, TV good quality, premium Kitchen appliances, DW extremely quiet, quality BBQ....well worth the 80 steps down to the cottage. Lots of great restaurants and bakeries in nearby Goderich which is indeed "the Prettiest Town in Canada". People were extremely friendly and we couldn't believe how clean the Town was. Would return in an instant but at our age the stairs are a challenge. Easily a 6/5 rating. Thank You Jen and Shauna for all your assistance.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at this cottage! It is absolutely gorgeous with stunning views and the location is perfect. The kitchen was extremely well stocked - if we return next year we will not bring so many kitchen tools / cleaning products, as they were not needed! The beach was well maintained and really perfect for enjoying fires, relaxing during the day, etc. We went in June so the water was definitely too cold for swimming, but still great for kayaking. Please note how many stairs there are - 79 from the parking to the cottage, and 59 from cottage to the beach. If you are not in good physical shape these can be challenging, and I imagine they would be impossible for younger kids or for pets. We carried our dog up and down them. Our only concern during the trip was that the key to the beach shed was missing, and we had to go back and forth with the property manager 9 times over 2 days trying to find it (going up and down the stairs each time) to find it. They were very friendly, but it was frustrating to be unable to use the beach chairs or kayaks during that time. Maybe a code padlock would be better! Overall I would recommend it and we will definitely be back in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul 2026
Thank you for the wonderful recommendation, Mark! I’m so glad you loved the stunning views, well-stocked kitchen, and beach fires at the Lookout. I really appreciate the heads-up about the stairs for future guests, and I am so sorry for the frustration and extra trips regarding the beach shed key. That code padlock is actually a fantastic idea, and I will share that with the owner. Truly appreciate your thoughtfulness, here! I’d love to have you and your pup back next year! 🌅🏖️🐾
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Cottage with Gorgeous View

Our family had an amazing week at The Lookout! The cottage was gorgeous, exactly as described in all the pics. We had lots of room, lovely kitchen with all the amenities! Loved the beverage fridge so we could accommodate all our food in fridge and freezer and our grandkids really enjoyed learning to play Chinese checkers!! The beach was lovely and was good to know ahead of time to pack our water shoes as the lake was rocky. Kids loved collecting the larger rocks and making castles etc in the sand. The deck was lovely and we enjoyed many stunning sunsets. We had our workouts climbing the stairs from the cottage to the parking and from the beach to the cottage. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and made many special memories. Thankyou!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Modern cottage with gorgeous lake and sunset views

The Lookout is a newly built, well-appointed modern cottage with (almost) all the amenities (we would have liked a washer and dryer). It was very clean and tastefully decorated. The beds and sofas were very comfortable. The kitchen was well-equipped and of note, the dishwasher is quiet. With the large wall of windows in the open concept living room, dining room and kitchen we could enjoy the spectacular views of Lake Huron from inside the cottage (especially with the glass railings on the amazing deck). There are lots of books, games, puzzles and DVDs for guests to use. It was colder than expected in mid-May so unfortunately we didn’t spend much time on the private beach or deck. The location is convenient as it is only a 10 minute drive from Goderich where there is an amazing lakefront boardwalk, quaint downtown, restaurants and grocery stores. Please note the stairs going down to the cottage (worth it for the secluded location away from the neighbours)- not only do you have to bring your stuff down but you will need to be able to bring it back up when you leave! The video is very helpful to see what this property is like inside and out! The host is very responsive. Highly recommend The Lookout!
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun 2026
Thank you so much for the fantastic review and for taking the time to share your experience at The Lookout! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the modern layout, the comfortable furnishings, and those spectacular Lake Huron sunset views! It was an absolute pleasure hosting you, and I would love to welcome you back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Fantastic Family Vacation

We stayed at the Lookout for a week in early August 2023. The cottage is absolutely gorgeous and exactly as advertised. We had no problems for the length of our trip. The kids loved walking along the beach (there is a perfect creek to explore about a 150minute walk away) and playing in the water. Being only a 10-minute drive from Goderich allowed us to explore the town and visit the Museum and Historic Gaol as well. The Lookout gave us a fantastic break and we were all relaxed and happy all week. Note: they aren't lying about the stairs. Our 10 y.o. counted 72 stairs from the parking to the cottage and a further 32 stairs down to the beach. It wasn't a problem for any of us but could be a problem for anybody with mobility issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
We truly appreciate your 5-Star Review of the Lookout. This is a new cottage for us so it's great to hear such positive feedback! I agree-such a great location, being close to the beach and Goderich. Glad you were able to get a good workout in with those stairs HaHa. We encourage all our future guests to have a close look at them :) We hope to have you stay with us again next year!
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10/10 Excellent

Beyond expectations

As soon as you open the door to this gorgeous newly built cottage, you know you have made right choice😱. Roomy, open concept with cathedral ceiling above, stylish anywhere you look and equipped with all the modern conveniences you can think of, will take your breath away. And yet, it smartly preserves that homey, “cottage” feel, you are really looking for. Especially, with all glassed wall with walkout on spacious deck facing the blue water of Lake Huron. The sunsets from this place are absolutely spectacular. The way the cottage is situated also guarantees total privacy from the outside world. It is also well equipped for exciting activities on private sandy beach. We sure are planning on coming back. Pat and Jan PS - We wish we would know how to share some of our photos, just to back up what we are saying 🥴.
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