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Large cottage with Water front, Heated Pool, sauna, 4 family rooms

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An aerial view of a house surrounded by dense forest, with a river to the left.
A large wooden cabin with a deck, surrounded by dense forest and a lake.
A large house with a prominent roof and multiple levels, surrounded by dense forest and a river.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by rock formations and potted plants.
A hot tub under a wooden pergola with a view of a backyard and trees.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy a spacious layout that gives everyone more room to relax.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Elora Quarry Conservation Area
6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 17

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Fergus, ON
  • Place, Wellington County Museum and Archives
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Elora Quarry Conservation Area
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Elora Gorge Conservation Area
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 17)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Single Bunk Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Family room 7

1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms, 3 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Bathroom 7

Toilet

Bathroom 7

Toilet

Bathroom 7

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Large cottage with Water front, Heated Pool, sauna, 4 family rooms

One of the longest waterfront you might have seen at a cottage, on a hill with all the amenities that one can dream of in a cottage. Heated pool, sauna, water front, 4 family rooms, 6 BDRs, offices, 2 kitchens (chefs kitchen) 10 person dining, gym.

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway in a small 18th century town with restaurants, bars and a small town nightlife.

Outdoor kitchen, multiple outdoor spaces, fire pit and much more Be it winter or summer this your perfect get away.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Our cottage is not child proof.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pls inform prior to booking if pet sheds, trained
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please ask prior to booking if you will be expecting visitors other than the guest's staying.
Do not leave kids unattended in backyard it's not fenced. Don't lean on fence. Our cottage is not child proof. We are on a steep hill, please watch
Do not temper with pool, sauna, hot tub. Take appropriate precaution. Our pool is deep. By booking guests relinquishes host of any claims/ liability

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2691633vb
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
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

Elora

Located in Elora, this cottage is on the waterfront. Wellington County Museum and Archives and St Jacob's Country Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cox Creek Estate Winery and Guelph Lakes Golf and Country Club. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Fergus, ON

What's nearby

  • Wellington County Museum and Archives - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Elora Quarry Conservation Area - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Elora Gorge Conservation Area - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • St Jacobs Farmers Market - 28 min drive - 38.3 km
  • African Lion Safari - 54 min drive - 73.3 km

Getting around

  • Guelph Central Station - 24 min drive
  • Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Gorge Country Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Outpost Bottle Shop - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Large cottage with Water front, Heated Pool, sauna, 4 family rooms have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Large cottage with Water front, Heated Pool, sauna, 4 family rooms pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Large cottage with Water front, Heated Pool, sauna, 4 family rooms?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Large cottage with Water front, Heated Pool, sauna, 4 family rooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large cottage with Water front, Heated Pool, sauna, 4 family rooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Large cottage with Water front, Heated Pool, sauna, 4 family rooms located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Wellington County Museum and Archives, Elora Quarry Conservation Area and Elora Centre For The Arts. Elora Mews Shops and Tooth of Time are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

maryellen a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accomodations. Highly recommended. Host was very accomodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Janice B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Mohan the host was quick to respond to any inquiries. Check in was easy. Pool was excellent for a winter break.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna W.

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

A Great Spot for Large Groups

We were a group of 10 and had an amazing stay here! We loved that the main living space had such a large table, we ate and did puzzles there while others sat in the attached sitting area - was so nice to be in a beautiful space all together. We really enjoyed the pool and hot tub and the view from the deck was gorgeous. I appreciated that quick responses from the host when I booked. All in all a great spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

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

Family Reunion at Fergus Cottage

Recently had a long weekend at the cottage. It accommodated 16 of us (8 adults and 8 kids). The property is really unique with its little nooks and crannies. The pool and hot tub were perfect for our 8 kids as was the pool table. The upstairs bedroom can get a little warm on hot days but cools down later at night. The cottage has a well-equipped kitchen with most everything that you need to cook for and seat a large group. The host was able to provide a pack-n-play and highchair for us, but make sure to specify whether you need for infant or toddler. This was our second stay at the property and there were a number of improvements since the previous visit that improved our overall experience. It's a great place for a very large group that includes kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

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

Family Reunion

The house was "divided" into three family areas and one large master suite. Having 6 bedrooms and family areas with pull out sofas really gave everyone of the 11 of us a place to be comfortable. The large kitchen, family area, and covered porch were perfect for gathering together. Having an indoor/outdoor pool, sauna, jacuzzi, and work out room with equipment were bonus features and used by many of the 11 of us. The location on a small river gave us a nice view and a feeling of privacy as we watched the many birds flying overhead during feeding time. Places to hike, fishing, and do other activities as well as restaurants hit the spot. We took a day trip to see Niagara Falls which was about 1 3/4 hours away. The Toronto Pearson International Airport is just 1 1/2 hours away. Great family location!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Amanda L.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Main features great - overall experience less so

Major features of property - size, pool, hot tub, view, and location - were terrific and made for a enjoyable extended family vacation. The property is two distinct houses joined by the pool and fitness rooms. Plenty of space for the kids and adults to spread out. However, other aspects of the stay were not great. Half way through our week, the main fridge died. Lost a lot of food. Notified owner. Tech came late that day but couldn't repair it. Owner offered no compensation for the monetary loss or even an apology, and never responded to multiple messages I sent after our stay about the issue. We used the other fridge on other side of the property but it was tight for 13 people, not convenient, and not as advertised. - No arrival instructions provided. Had to contact the owner to get them. - House has a lot of wear and tear: Instructed to stay off one deck. Other had rotten boards. Numerous plumbing issues - handles broken on two bathroom sinks, rain shower head rusted out & sprayed out top, outdoor shower and sink didn't work. Pocket door in the master bath was off the tracks and couldn't be closed. - Every pot/pan was filthy and required cleaning before use. - No house manual. Asked for it multiple times. For a house with a pool, hot tub, etc. a manual is key. Did get answers to questions via text but could have been more convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaci K.

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

Peaceful retreat

Perfect spot for a family reunion! Space for everyone to gather as well as lots to do close by. Very unique home with lots to offer for a large family with different areas to meet and enjoy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Paul R.

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

The perfect spot for our group

Ali was a wonderful host. Our group of 16 was very happy to find this gem of a house. We had ample room to park our vehicles, privacy from neighbours, a lovely view of the river, and great amenities to enjoy. The hot tub was a hit with our group, as was the indoor pool and even the one-man sauna. Having access to two kitchens was helpful for our group as well. The many bedrooms and washrooms were in good shape. Highly recommend this great place for your group.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ali

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Hi, I'm Ali. I am an avid global traveler, coffee aficionado, entrepreneur, and an enthusiastic member of the Airbnb community. My wife and I, and our two lovely kids, enjoy meeting friends, visiting historical sites and museums, and exploring diverse culinary traditions. On our travels around the world, we have received wonderful hospitality, and we aspire to offer the same exceptional experience to our guests. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. We really look forward to welcoming you to our home!

Why they chose this property

Winter: Spend the day browsing the many unique shops of Elora Elora offers a wide variety of dining suit every pallet. Have breakfast, brunch, lunch, high tea, dinner, drinks at the many wonderful choices of venues, fireside pubs to home grown haute cuisine. Get pampered by booking a relaxing massage, manicure, facial at the famous, cliffside Elora Mill Stable Spa Take an award winning, self-guided Art Walk with 15 retail galleries located in Elora. Try your luck at the Elements Casino, Be Responsible. Take a hike through the Elora Gorge or Elora Conservation Area, or numerous trails in the area. Book lessons at One Ax Pursuits for their exciting ice climbing adventures Go Ice Skating either at Bissell Park in Elora, or skate the rink at the Wellington County Museum & Archives. Go Ice Fishing for pike, perch and walleye at Lake Bellwood, Fergus. Open daily when ice conditions permit Wellington County Museum rents out snowshoes for the day; you can also toboggan down the best slope in the area, or cross-country ski on their trails. Bring your toboggan and slide down the hills or bring your cross-country skis and discover the trails. Go horseback riding or book some horse riding lessons at Riverview Stable in Fergus-just a short drive from Elora Take in a movie at the Elora Gorge Cinema Visit the Elora Centre for the Arts Spend the afternoon learning the history of the area at the interesting Wellington County Museum & Archives, and take a hike from one of the trails leading from the museum Take one of a few side-trips nearby; West Montrose Covered Bridge, visit historic Fergus; St Jacobs Farmers Market held every Thursday & Saturday & explore the quaint village of St. Jacobs When it's time to say "I DO". Elora offers a truly unique, picturesque backdrop for your special day from the Elora Mill, The GrandWay events centre with a new pop up wedding venue, Centre for the Arts, Wellington County Museum to a manicured park set on the banks of the Grand River.

What makes this property unique

With indoor heated pool you don't have to worry about the weather. When it's cold open the doors and make it an outdoor pool and enjoy with you family.
Our Sauna and gym by the pool is an added feature which you will not find in any cottage. We are expecting our Suana, 4th family room furniture and bunk beds delivery in April (can't guarantee the timing with current supply chain issues, order of the above have already been placed)
Huge water front and an outdoor kitchen makes it unique from any other cottage.

Perfect for large families. Relax with the entire family in our large family room or if you want to sit in smaller groups you have 4 options to relax.

PLEASE NOTE: Our backyard is not fully fenced and we are on a hill, we are on a hill. Please take extra care when in backyard. Do not leave kids unattended. We take no responsibility in case of any injury. Please do not lean on the fence.
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