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The Shire Cottage

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Entire property included - Danaview on the left, Kneehill on the right
Cozy living room with lots of seating
There's nothing like an evening spent relaxing in front of the fire
A great place to share a meal or host a board game tournament
Lots of room for creating culinary masterpieces

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Ompah, ON
  • Ompah Community Library
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Mosque Lake
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Sand Lake
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Danaview: Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Danaview: Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Kneehill: Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Kneehill: Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Kneehill: Bedroom 5

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Danaview: Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Danaview: Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet

Kneehill: Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

The Shire Cottage

This warm and cozy getaway isn't quite like anything else. A rustic wood cabin with a fairytale flair guarantees fun and relaxation on your next vacation.

Located in North Frontenac there is an abundance of lakes, forest, and trails to explore before coming home to a mug of hot chocolate in front of the fire.

Guests are invited to use the beach, dock, canoes, and kayaks at the North Frontenac Lodge (about a 15 minute drive away) to enjoy the water, excluding Sept 19-21 and Oct 3-5.

This rental includes both available cabins on the property, you will never be sharing with another group. Danaview is larger and has the main living space, Kneehill has extra sleeping space and some overflow living space. Don't worry about packing sheets or towels, linens are included.

Danaview:

A wood stove provides warmth and a comfortable glow to the living room, with enough seating for all to gather. A hidden TV with chromecast works great for movie nights or rainy days.

The kitchen is well stocked with dishes and appliances for creating your own culinary masterpieces. The propane range features a convection oven and cast-iron griddle, with a variety of pots and pans available to meet your needs. Small appliances include a kitchenaid mixer, blender, food processor, rice cooker, slow cooker, coffee maker, and toaster oven. A dishwasher makes for cleanup quick. The dining room seats eight and is great for a board game marathon.

The blue bedroom in the tower has a queen bed with desk and dresser, as well as windows all around to give you the feeling of being in a treehouse. A balcony gives amazing views of the countryside - leave the patio door open at night in the summer to hear the call of loons as you fall asleep.

The green room has a huge window for sunlight, check out the stained glass detail! A double bed, bookcase with some toys for any junior adventurers, dresser, and night table are there for your comfort. A workspace is available if you need to get some work done with a keyboard/mouse, 24" monitor (HDMI), laptop stand, and hardwire or wifi connection to fast Starlink internet. The area has strong cell service for Koodo/Telus but is a dead zone for Rogers.

Kneehill:

This quirky five-sided cabin has an open living space with a small kitchen, eating space, and a Queen bed. A few steps down is the bunk room with two twin beds. Up the stairs is an open loft with a double/full bed. There is a full bathroom behind the eating area.

Outdoors features a propane BBQ close to the house and fire pit in the backyard. Relax on the back deck with a beverage listening to the breeze in the trees and watching birds at the feeder.

Just off Palmerston Lake, there is a boat launch space just a five minute walk down the road. Two public beaches on the lake are great for swimming. There's lots to do nearby - hiking, swimming, boating, ATV trails, art studios, and much more.

Guests have access to the lake and personal watercraft at the North Frontenac Lodge on Mosque Lake (excluding Sept 19-21, October 3-5), be sure to plan an afternoon for boating and swimming.

Accessibility:
The bed and bathroom in Kneehill cabin are on the main floor and require no stairs for access. The main floor of Danaview is also on ground level with just a short step from the driveway. If you have any questions on accessibility please send me a message.

Guest access
Guests have access to both the Danaview and Kneehill cabins. The smaller building (orange door) is being renovated and is not available.

This is not only a rental property, it is a place to gather with my own family and friends. You may find personal mementos spread around and some artwork from young family members adorning the walls. Make yourself at home, feel free to use a board game, borrow a book to read during your visit, and use any spices or other kitchen ingredients you find in the cabinets. I hope you will find the relaxation and coziness in this space that I do.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 4 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

North Frontenac

North Frontenac is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mosque Lake and Heart Lake, while Maple Heritage Museum and Forest & Farm Heritage Museum are cultural highlights.
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Ompah, ON

What's nearby

  • Ompah Community Library - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mosque Lake - 15 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Heart Lake - 17 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Robertson Lake - 23 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Sand Lake - 28 min drive - 25.8 km

Frequently asked questions

Is The Shire Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at The Shire Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Shire Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Shire Cottage located?

Located in North Frontenac, this family-friendly cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Ompah Community Library, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Mosque Lake and Heart Lake. Hills Lake and Sand Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eileen R.

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

Best cottage to stay at!

The cottage was perfect! There was a kitchen to cook meals, 2 bathrooms, 2 bedrooms, and enough space to move around. It was private and quiet and the lake was amazing! We are definitely going back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria Cathy F.

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

Get away with my daughters

What a great whimsical cottage (plus). The Shire is decked out with everything you need to enjoy a stay. The kitchen is well equipped and ready to whip up great meals. Bedrooms are comfortable and spacious. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Thank you!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy W.

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

Winter Getaway

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed The Shire. It was nicely decorated with plenty of thoughtful touches to make our stay more fun and comfortable. The cottage is clearly a product of care and consideration and I'd love to stay there again in the summer and check out the North Frotenacs in another season.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie M.

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

Post Christmas break

The cottage is lovely. We enjoyed the quiet and the wood stove. Its quirky, comfortable, well stocked with everything you would ever need. Even extra toothbrushes in bathroom. We loved the 4 seater couch, retro.Excellent place.Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff N.

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

Loved The Shire!

We loved our stay at The Shire. The weather was a bit cooler than we would have liked, but we still did some hiking in the area and were very cozy when we got back to the cottage. The cottage is well appointed and had everything we needed for a great stay. We especially appreciated the wood stove!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudio P.

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

Comfortable, well thought property

Comfortable, well thought property to spend a few days in. A bit far from provincial parks, but otherwise immersed in nature. Great for those who seek some quietness and time off from the city life. The cottage is really top notch, clean, and well equipped with everything you may need. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

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