Located in Bruce Mines, Bruce Bay Cottages & Lighthouse is in a rural area and near the beach. Bruce Mines Marina and Drummond Island Yacht Haven are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Huron and French Island. Boat tours offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
What's nearby
French Island - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
McKay Island - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Bruce Bay - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Bruce Mines Marina - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
Bruce Mines Museum - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
Restaurants
The Copper Bean cafe - 4 min drive
Tilton Hilton Steakhouse - 34 min drive
Bobbers Restaurant & Motel - 4 min drive
Red House Ice Cream - 4 min drive
Sportsman's Grill - 4 min drive
About this property
Bruce Bay Cottages & Lighthouse
Bayside cabin in Bruce Mines with free parking
Guests at this beach cabin will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area. All cabins are individually decorated and offer showers and free toiletries. Guests will find kitchens with fridges, stovetops and microwaves. Housekeeping is not available.
Bruce Bay Cottages & Lighthouse offers 9 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Kitchens offer full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.
Recreational amenities at the cabin include complimentary bicycles.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
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Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between 21 December and 1 May.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Frequently asked questions
Is Bruce Bay Cottages & Lighthouse pet-friendly?
Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Bruce Bay Cottages & Lighthouse?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Bruce Bay Cottages & Lighthouse?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Bruce Bay Cottages & Lighthouse?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Bruce Bay Cottages & Lighthouse located?
Offering direct access to the beach, this Bruce Mines cabin is within a 5-minute walk of Lake Huron and French Island. Bruce Mines Marina and McKay Island are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Bruce Bay Cottages & Lighthouse Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Love the nature, tranquility and birds singing!
Lidija
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
PAULA
22 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Smooth & easy check-in with the charming Pat. Awesome location and value for a beach front property.
PAULA
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
carmine
4 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a very unique property right on the water; good for your soul. Beautiful setting.
carmine
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Scott
21 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
As campers - we enjoyed the primitive cabin feel with some of the kitchen amenities. Amazingly clean given the age and location. Fun to use the boats and explore the island. Unique Stay!
Scott
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Christine
11 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved the privacy, the wood burning furnace, free bikes to explore McKay Island & French Island. It is so rich in history
Christine
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mark
10 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Excellent accommodation
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Excellent surroundings
Mark
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Catherine
8 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quaint cottages sitting on the bay. Dated cottages but quite cozy.
Catherine
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jordan
22 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Awesome getaway and great mining history to discover and adventure too.
Jordan
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Philippa
25 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful ramshackle original fishing cottages. Beautiful island.
Philippa
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
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3 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
good experience in a small island
??
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Preston
31 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Relaxing and beautiful
A wonderful rsutic cabin, with everything you need for a great night stay. I will definitely return.
Preston
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lara
8 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Beutiful get-away
Relaxing
Beautiful stay we keep going back
Lara
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sue
13 Jul 2024
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a rustic campsite. The cabin has everything you need for a fire on the beach sitting in the screen porch.
Sue
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Yue
6 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cozy place with old style furnitures. Owners are supper nice!
Yue
8/10 Good
Katherine
28 Sept 2023
Liked: Room comfort, communication
Old style lake cottage
Pretty location, old style cottages. They worked well for us as a one night stop in the midst of a long drive.
wonderful old style wood cottage in front of the water with table, barbecue, canoe, swim area
Paolo
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cheyenne
6 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Gorgeous spot
An adorable waterfront cottage, a step out to the beach and dock, kayaks and bikes to borrow- and stocked up with firewood. My kids loved the “kids clubhouse” as they named it- toys, books and movies. My whole family loved this spot- a beautiful place, we would come every year if we could.
Cheyenne
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Tabetha
30 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Pat is a wonderful host . The cabins have a rustic charm. The beach area is beautiful and the two islands Mackay and French island are gems. Lovely area.
Tabetha
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
24 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort, communication
I love this place! Quiet, peaceful and an amazing place.to just.sit and relax. The cottages are.a home away from home but better! The view of the lake is amazing and at night time the stars are beautiful. Everything you need is there and there is plenty to do. The owners are phenomenal! I highly.recoend this place hands down! Will be back again and again!!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Melody
15 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice little cabin on the beach. It was a bit pricey for two people.
Melody
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mark
9 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Rustic cottages, with water front
Mark
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jesse
13 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What an amazing and unique spot. Extremely hospitable hosts with everything you need for a good time at the cottage is right at your finger tips. Enjoyed sitting in the beach having a fire under the stars after exploring the numerous trails and beaches on the property. Highly recommended, would stay here again in a heart beat.
Jesse
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sandra
27 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It is a cabin that is right on the North Channel of Lake Huron. It is a quiet place with a lot of charm.
Will go back again.