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Short Drive to the Beach/Fishing/Treed Yard/Year Round Cottage/Family Kitchen

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Open layout showing the kitchen & living area
Fire pit with seats, treed yard & private
Ambient shot from the countertop showing the kitchen
Vinyl records & player
View of the front deck/patio from the kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Short Drive to the Beach/Fishing/Treed Yard/Year Round Cottage/Family Kitchen

Tucked away in a quiet & mature street, this 1980’s cabin is transformed into a cozy farmhouse haven, offering the perfect blend of natural charm & modern comforts for a relaxing getaway! Quick access to the beach, gas station, coffee shop, ice cream shops, pizza & restaurants, plus, the summer town events will surely make your stay extra exciting! See the list of events in the photos for your viewing pleasure!

If you’re thinking of a tranquil retreat with loved ones or friends, or even a fishing trip in the spring or Ice fishing in the winter, this is the place to be!

Welcome to Happy Haven!

This cottage/cabin has the following:
- 1980’s Farmhouse charm
- Year-round comfort (AC/Ceiling fans/Baseboard Heaters)
- 100ft property, treed yard, occasional wildlife sightings
- Private front patio
- Free Parking for up to 3 vehicles
- Spacious yet cozy for 6 people. Nightly rate is for 6 persons capacity.
- Family friendly, fully equipped family kitchen
- 3 to 5 minutes drive to the beach, Local Coffee Shop & Restaurants
- Wi-Fi available
- Shower
- Complimentary Tea & Coffee
- Single Cup/12 cups coffee maker
- Queen Bed, Double Bed, Bunk Bed, extra Double folding mattress and couch for sleeping
- Seasonal (weekend) farmers market at the end of the street
- Summer Events/markets/show & local band concerts at the Boardwalk
- 3 to 5mins drive to the Marina & Lighthouse
- 17mins drive to Gimli
- Last but definitely the most exciting, Winnipeg Beach is home for the Best Ice Cream! Generous amount and lots of flavors to choose from! See our Guide Book for info!

***The Yard Space***
- You’re very welcome to roast your marshmallows in the fire pit and make some s’mores!
- There’s ample area for kids to play. Badminton net, birdie & rackets are available in the summer to use during your stay
- A Hammock by the trees

***Sun Room***
- Comes with a 6 persons dining table
- The propane BBQ grill is just right outside the back deck/patio. This is set-up to ensure the hotdogs are still warm when served!

***Washroom, Washer & Dryer***
- Located adjacent to the sun room
- You’re free to use the washer & dryer if you need, during your stay
- Towels, washcloths & hand towels are provided for your stay, for indoor use only. Do not bring the towels to the beach, please bring your own beach towels.
- A reasonable amount of shampoo, conditioner, soap & toilet paper are provided. Anything in excess, please feel free purchase from the local general store (4 mins away)

Where you’ll sleep…

***Bedroom 1***
- Located across the bathroom hall
- Queen size bed + nightstand with charging station
- Luggage rack
- Big closet to store your belongings

***Bedroom 2***
- Double Bed + nightstand with charging station
- Luggage rack
- Closet w/ hangers

*** Bedroom 3***
- Twin Bunk Bed + nightstand (sorry, no charging station so feel free to use the outlets)
- Closet with hangers

***Bedroom 4***
- I lied, no bedroom 4 but there’s an extra double mattress (folding) stored in the Bedroom 1 closet that can be used to sleep in the living room area. Please use the provided sheet to keep it clean.

***Living Area***
- Big couch & chairs for comfort (the full size couch can be used for sleeping if needed)
- Game night ready! Board games are available for the whole family
- Giant Jenga
- Giant Checkers
- for Sunday morning chill day, this unit has a Record Player with some good ‘ol vinyls & CD’s

***Kitchen***
- Set of plates, glasses, mugs, cooking pots & pans, cutleries etc.
- Wine glasses
- Slow cooker
- Microwave
- Oven toaster
- Bread/Bagel toaster (Touchscreen)
- Kettle for boiling water & steeping tea
- Single serve + 12 cups coffee maker
- complimentary tea & coffee
- complimentary condiments

***Front Patio***
- Just off the living space/kitchen for your morning coffee
- Conversation set
- Zero gravity chairs

*** Pet ***
Your furry friend (max 1) is allowed for a flat fee.

Also present in the property:
***First Aid Kit***
***Fire Extinguishers***
***Smoke Detectors***

Guest Access:
You have full access to the whole house during your stay. The door in between the main house and the garage, including the single car garage are locked and are both OFF LIMITS to guests.

Other Details to note:

*** Tap Water:
The water supply comes from the well. Tap water is tested and drinkable, a pitcher with filter is also provided for your use.

*** Fire Safety:
Please use only the designated fire pit.
Firewood & fire starters are not provided, you can purchase some in town or from DOMO gas station, located at the end of the street by the farmer’s market.

*** Kindly follow the Town of Winnipeg Beach Facebook page for the latest updates/status regarding fire bans ***

*** Absolutely No smoking/vaping indoors. A fine of $500 is in place to anyone who violates this policy ***

*** Capacity:
The cabin can accommodate up to 8 people max. Nightly rate is based on 6 people capacity, each additional occupant up to 8 (max) will be charged $35/person/night

Please adhere to local by laws, and be respectful to the property and neighbors by following the house rules. Your help regarding this, is greatly appreciated.

***Damage/Security Deposit is collected upon booking and will be returned in full after check out, provided that the property is left in original condition and no damage has occurred***

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About the area

Winnipeg Beach

Winnipeg Beach is home to this cottage. Sandy Hook Golf Club and Pelican Beach Golf and Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Winnipeg Beach Provincial Park and Camp Morton Provincial Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and cycling.
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Winnipeg Beach, MB

What's nearby

  • Winnipeg Beach Provincial Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Winnipeg Beach Mall - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Boundary Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Gimli Beach - 16 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Pelican Beach Golf and Country Club - 19 min drive - 28.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Breakwater Ice Cream & Coffee Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Salty's Drive Inn - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Winnipeg Beach Curling Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Roadhouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bonnies Beach Country Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annika P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time during our stay, it was just a short drive from the beach and local spots. The host was thoughtful and welcoming, providing everything we needed for a seamless getaway. Highly recommend this spot for families and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug, 2025
Glad to hear you had a great stay Annika & friends! Welcome back anytime!
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10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was good
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar, 2026
Thanks Greg! Welcome back anytime.
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10/10 Excellent

Kory L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a little cold in house when arrived(weather didnt help that), but other than that was a great place to stay. Everything was well satisfying. Will be recommending services to anybody looking to stay at Winnipeg beach. Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Mar, 2026
Thanks for your review, Kory. I agree, the recent storm didn’t help much. We always encourage our guests to adjust the heat to their comfort level upon arrival. Glad you enjoyed your stay and we’re looking forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a lovely time. The Happy Haven was very clean, cute, a nice open layout for time together. It was a nice mix of updated and cozy cabin. The owners gave detailed notes ahead of time and the lights were helpfully labelled. Thank you for a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct, 2025
Thanks so much for the lovely feedback! The Happy Haven is designed with you, our guests, in mind. We’re committed to providing excellent cleanliness and hospitality to everyone. Thanks for being such greats guests and welcome back anytime!
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10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as advertised. Very clean. Beds were comfortable. Really nice kitchen area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Mar, 2026
We appreciate your wonderful feedback, Chris! Thanks for staying with us and hope you had a great time out here in Winnipeg Beach!
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