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Private waterfront home with fire pit on shore ... perfect for family gatherings

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Great room dining area; table seats 14
Modern, fully equipped kitchen; extra fridge in garage
Bedroom on main floor
Master bedroom with ensuite in loft
Recreation room on lower level, outdoor access

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Georgian Bluffs, ON
  • Place, Keppel Croft Gardens
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Cobble Beach Golf Links
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Bruce's Caves Conservation Area
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Common area 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Loft Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Lower northwest

1 Queen Bed

Lower southwest

1 Queen Bed

Main northwest

1 Queen Bed

Main southwest

1 Queen Bed

Recreation room

3 Double Sofa Beds

3 bathrooms

Lower washroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo

Main washroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master ensuite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private waterfront home with fire pit on shore ... perfect for family gatherings

RATES ARE BASED ON FOUR PERSONS occupying the Retreat.
Each additional person, including youth (half rate) are extra.
Children 5 and under are FREE (do NOT include them in your quote)

Available year-round with seasonal rates. SUMMER RENTALS (July/August) ARE FRIDAY-TO-FRIDAY WEEKLY ONLY.

It is our policy at New Year's, May and September long weekends, if there are no children in the group, that we rent to a maximum of EIGHT adults only.

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Welcome to Greystone Retreat on the shores of Georgian Bay. Ideal for relaxation, entertainment and enjoyment.... a place to share with family and friends for any reason, any season or any occasion.

Privacy and comfort on a one-acre property with peaceful surroundings. 148' of frontage on the shores of Georgian Bay.

With 3 floors, 5 bedrooms, 3 washrooms, large dining table and recreation room, 2 large outdoor decks with patio furniture. Greystone Retreat is perfect for 10 adult guests and, with children, accommodates up to 16 total guests. Your dog is also welcome (2 maximum).

If your group is larger, contact us.

WE SPECIALIZE IN FAMILY GATHERINGS

Great for Honeymoons, Christmas, New Years, family & friendship reunions and other celebrations. Ideal for small meetings, seminars, private retreats and conferences. Wireless internet* throughout.

We welcome scrap bookers, quilters, hikers, kayakers, birders and bicycling enthusiasts (secure garage for equipment). Beautiful recreational hiking trails (over 17km mowed) with 5 privies/outhouses on our private 430 acre managed forest and wildlife/nature reserve located next door. Trails are mowed in summer and groomed in winter for cross-country skiing and snowshoes.

Golf courses (3 within 15 minutes) including Cobble Beach, downhill skiing, and snowboarding nearby (Blue Mountain, Talisman less than 1 hour).

Use of canoe, SUP and 2 children's kayaks and paddles. 6 adult PFDs supplied. Bring your own boat. Launch 6km and dock your boat at our home next door.

Groups Passing Through Area ...

Are you a member of a bicycling, kayaking, hiking or birding group in our area and looking for a place to stay as a central hub for exploring? Greystone Retreat is ideal. Private lockable garage for gear.

You are welcome to explore our private 430+ acre nature reserve and managed forest with 17 km of trails on adjacent property. Please be respectful, stay on marked trails, leave only footprints, take only photos and memories. Map is supplied in your welcome package.

Entrance, with parking, opposite Greystone Retreat. All trails are created and maintained by the owners of Greystone Retreat.

NO hunting and NO motorized vehicles at any time on any of our trails or nature/wildlife reserve.

Summer activities include: swimming, fishing, kayaking, hiking, biking, picnics, campfires. Two golf courses within 15 minutes' drive (many more in the area). Many natural sights nearby: caves, waterfalls, cliffs, beaches; close to the Bruce Trail.

Winter activities: snowshoe, cross-country ski on our trails; we also have 2 great toboggan hills for kids and kids-at-heart.

Requests for additional services such as cleaning, catering, decorating for a special occasion can be arranged.

HOUSE RULES:
No smoking inside
Pets are allowed
No parties or events
No guests other than those listed on application (completed before arrival)
Primary renter must be 25 or older
Minimum rental is 2 nights, except for high season (summer: July/Aug) when it is 7 nights Friday-to-Friday only

Quiet time is 11pm to 7am in keeping with local bylaws

Upon booking VRBO reserves, but does not charge the 'security/damage deposit' in case of any damage. There is a late departure ($50 fee + $50/hour) and/or missing/broken items that could be deducted from your deposit. Normally, in over 25 years of renting, there are no charges.

* Internet is 'rural' which means it is much slower than you are likely used to. We have the best internet available for our area.

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About the area

Kemble

Located in Georgian Bluffs, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Huron and Indian Falls Conservation Area, while Owen Sound Marine-Rail Museum and Billy Bishop Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Keppel Croft Gardens and Story Book Park. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area.
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Georgian Bluffs, ON

What's nearby

  • Keppel Croft Gardens - 7 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Cobble Beach Golf Links - 12 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Indian Falls Conservation Area - 18 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Bruce's Caves Conservation Area - 19 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Harrison Park - 26 min drive - 32.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪1 Cottage, 1 Girl, 10 Men. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Rockford Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Country Style - ‬12 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friendly hosts, easy instructions, beautiful comfortable house, close proximity and easy access to parks and trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct, 2025
We're happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us Tim! Thank you for your comments on our property ... our goal is to welcome families knowing there is the space in/on our property and the proximity of something for all ages to enjoy in the area
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10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great spot for a waterfront vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

diane d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property in a great location with plenty of privacy. Host has supplied everything you would need for a relaxing enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kim c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect for our family getaway. Lots of room for everyone and the property was beautiful. Very well stocked. Susan was very easy to contact. We hope to return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct, 2025
We are so happy you enjoyed Thanksgiving at Greystone Retreat with your family It is our goal for our guests to have seamless gathering ms without all the hassles of practically moving for the weekend … hence we supply all bedding, linens, dishes, etc so you simply bring your food, clothes and personal toiletries So much simpler for everyone We hope to see you again as we do many returning guests Have a fabulous rest of the year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jeff s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susan was very welcoming and invited us to stay and extra day at no charge because of the bad weather. In retrospect we should have. The driving was terrible.The house is really well laid out, super well equipped and so clean..nd so well equipped. The trails across the road are fantastic. Highly rexommended
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan, 2026
I'm glad you enjoyed your stay at Greystone Retreat Jeff! We happened to see that you took the opportunity to build a great snowman on the hill and that there was some tobogganing activities as well. It's always wonderful when guests enjoy all the property has to offer. I'm sorry you didn't stay either -- but, the way it's been, you might still be here! LOL Hope to see you again HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for hiking Bruce Trail! Spacious common area with a fabulous view, very well equipped kitchen, and everyone had their own room. Susan was very attentive to our needs and communicated clearly and promptly. We will happily recommend this beautiful property to our other hiking buddies.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar, 2026
We're so happy you enjoyed your central location for hiking the Bruce Trail, Robin. We'd be honored to have you 'pass the word' to your hiking buddies :) Hope to see you again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious, clean and well equipped home. We enjoyed kayaking, paddle boarding, canoeing and hiking on their well maintained trails. It was absolutely stunning and fun for our whole family!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an absolutely beautiful location! We had the most incredible time :) we hope to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family booked the Greystone for our son's wedding. All of the groomsmen stayed here the night before the wedding. They all raved about how amazing this home is.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved every minute of our stay at Greystone Retreat! It was the perfect size for our special family gathering of 12 adults. Everyone was very comfortable and had fun in the water, playing board games or reading in the cottage, and hiking on the trails. We wouldn't hesitate to come back again sometime!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A truly fabulous property, maintained to the highest level of excellence…while being homey and livable. Our whole extended family - kids, teens, parents and grandparents, felt comfortable here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paula m.

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

Amazing Family Getaway

We had an amazing time at this beautiful cottage. The pictures do not do the place justice as the cottage itsself, as well as the location and outside environment, were absolutely beautiful and perfect for our family of 14 that stayed there. We are looking forward to returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was great! We had a very quiet relaxing time. It was wonderful to be water front. I have mobility issues so getting right down to the water was a bit tricky. But we were able to enjoy the waterfront views. The stars were spectacular! Overall very clean and comfortable. Very nice stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Greystone stay was an excellent family getaway. The cottage was exceptional and the grounds were beautiful and well maintained. They had everything we needed and more. So much to do and enjoy at the cottage and in the local area. The kids had a blast, they were never bored. Swimming, ping pong, kayaking, hiking, golf, fires beside the bay at night - I can't say enough nice things about this place. If you are looking for a fun family getaway, this is the place.
Awesome beaches nearby
Great Northern Light Viewing
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2025
We are so happy to hear of your great experience at Greystone Retreat Everything you describe is exactly how we want our guests to enjoy when they stay with us! We hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

Fantastic place, lovely landscape,

There was no need for anything but your clothes and food. Supplied the necessities.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul, 2025
That's our claim to fame Ann! No 'moving' in and out like most cottage rentals! Many of our guests have arrived by plane so having everything supplied saves on additional expenses too. Glad you enjoyed your stay! Hope to see you again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Stay

We had a great stay at the Retreat. Everything was just as promised and the property was beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia L.

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

Lovely cottage in a great area

Clean and comfortable cottage, on a lakefront lot, with easy access to trials in the woods.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan, 2024
Glad you enjoyed your stay at Greystone Retreat and had time to get on the trails Julia. We hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karin N.

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

Brief Getaway

This is a most spectacular place to stay! The beauty of the location, the cleanliness, care and attention given to the accommodations and the hospitality of the hosts, Sue and Tony, combine to create a perfect place to getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct, 2021
So glad you finally got to come back Karin! Sorry we didn't get to see you as it was such a short visit. Hope to see you again next summer :) Sue & Tony
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

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

Fun Winter Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our snowy long weekend getaway during which we were supremely warm and comfortable relaxing inside the cottage with the ample room proportions and wood-burning fireplaces, and we also had fun being active outside in the adjacent nature reserve, where we went cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and tobogganing. Very much recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar, 2025
So glad you enjoyed your stay at Greystone Retreat, Catherine. It certainly was a "real" winter this year! Perfect for so many outdoor activities. Unfortunately, snow was way too deep to access outdoor firepit but you did have the fireplaces :) We look forward to seeing you again Susan, Greystones
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jocette G.

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

Friends and Family Re union

It was a very nice place for family and friends plenty of room, Everybody had a great time, and would like to go back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2024
Thank you for your review! We are pleased you enjoyed your reunion at Greystone Retreat Jocette. We would love to see you again! Many of our summer guests return every year; some of them for over a decade. -- Susan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi L.

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

Great spot for relaxing

Thanks for the very relaxing time. It was great for our group and had plenty of space for us to relax and unwind. The weather was perfect and crystal clear water for getting out on our paddle boards.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun, 2021
You are most welcome Jodi! So happy to hear you enjoyed the Retreat and had a lovely space to celebrate your special day along with your friends. Have a great summer!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

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

Golf trip

Perfect place to stay for our golf trip to Cobble Beach, just a 15 minute drive. Beautiful property, food and drinks on the deck or hanging out at the fire pit on the water. Our host was amazing, very easy check in and out process. They even packed up a few items that were left behind and sent them to us.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jun, 2024
So glad you enjoyed your stay here at Greystone Retreat Rob and friends. You certainly lucked in on great weather for golfing! No problem on lost & found items. We hope to see you again in the future Enjoy your summer! Susan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Giannetta H.

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

Peaceful and serene

A beautiful place to unwind and recharge by the water. Had everything we needed. Comfortable and peaceful. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2022
So glad to hear how rejuvenating your brief stay at Greystone Retreat was for you and your family Giannetta! It was lovely to meet you. We look forward to seeing you again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Prasad Shyama H.

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

Awesome Place

We have stayed at various cottages & hotels over the years. I would like to say 1. The place has awesome views 2. The property managers have thought about everything that you would need to make it a memorable vacation 3. Lastly it is perfectly located for taking up any outdoor activities. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick D.

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

September 2021

Other than the weather, everything about Greystone was excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2021
Glad you enjoyed our property Rick. Since you picked a different week next year, the weather might be more cooperative ... sorry, we don't have a lot of control on weather :)
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