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Elegance, warmth and quietude set alongside the lush Lake Margaret Trails.

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A wooden deck with a staircase leading to a covered area, surrounded by a brick wall and a metal fence.
A dark brown door with a decorative wreath, a doormat, and a view of a green lawn and street.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, an ottoman, and a painting on the wall.
An outdoor patio area with a wooden pergola, string lights, and a cushioned seating arrangement.
A kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with wooden chairs and a table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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St. Thomas, ON
  • Place, Pinafore Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Stanley Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Western Ontario
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Airport, London, ON (YXU-London Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Elegance, warmth and quietude set alongside the lush Lake Margaret Trails.

• Main Beach Port Stanley is a quick 15-minute drive to the south, while London is only 25 minutes to the north.

Our home is equipped to meet all your needs:
• Easy connect Wi-Fi;
• Wireless phone charging station;
• Bright & spacious kitchen with island & skylight;
• Fully stocked kitchen: plates, glasses, cups, pots, pans, cutlery, air fryer, panini press, rice cooker, multi-function cooker, teapot/kettle, etc.
• Coffee station: Drip coffee maker; Keurig; French press + sugar packets, hot chocolate;
• Brand new beds and bedding;
• Board games, cards and games table;
• Foosball table;
• 65” TV with Cable;
• Wine fridge in basement TV area;
• Fenced in backyard with deck and patio furniture.
• Napoleon barbecue with accessories;
• Access to lush trails, with serene Lake Margaret across the street!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Clean the barbecue.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Quiet hours between 10 pm and 9 am. Only registered guests permitted during quiet hours.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9917439
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Saint Thomas

Located in Saint Thomas, this holiday home is on a lake. Lake Erie and Port Bruce Provincial Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Elgin County Railway Museum and Canada Southern Railway Station. Travelling with kids? Consider St. Thomas-Elgin Public Art Centre, or check out an event or a game at Forest City Velodrome.
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St. Thomas, ON

What's nearby

  • Pinafore Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Port Stanley Beach - 12 min drive - 14.5 km
  • White Oaks Mall - 29 min drive - 33.1 km
  • Fanshawe College - 41 min drive - 40.8 km
  • University of Western Ontario - 49 min drive - 41.2 km

Getting around

  • London Station - 32 min drive
  • London, ON (YXU-London Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Upper Deck Sports Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wild Wing - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elegance, warmth and quietude set alongside the lush Lake Margaret Trails. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Elegance, warmth and quietude set alongside the lush Lake Margaret Trails.?

As of 5 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elegance, warmth and quietude set alongside the lush Lake Margaret Trails. on 14 Aug, 2026 start from S$1,412, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Elegance, warmth and quietude set alongside the lush Lake Margaret Trails.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Elegance, warmth and quietude set alongside the lush Lake Margaret Trails.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegance, warmth and quietude set alongside the lush Lake Margaret Trails.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Elegance, warmth and quietude set alongside the lush Lake Margaret Trails. located?

This family-friendly Saint Thomas holiday home is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Pinafore Park and Elgin County Museum. Elgin County Railway Museum and St. Thomas-Elgin Public Art Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location beside the lake trail. VERY well stocked from linens to welcome treats to board games and puzzles. Very stylish decor.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

Great location, great place

Loved our time the Lake House. Very clean, modern with everything we needed. Highly recommend this place !
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalya V.

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

Wonderful place for the family retreat

Very beautiful, clean and comfortable property. The hosts made sure we had everything we needed, kitchen was equipped very nicely, and we have spent a wonderful time playing games in the recreation area in the basement. The trail around the lake is nicely paved, and very nice to walk with the baby stroller. Great welcoming hosts and a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This stay completely exceeded our expectations. Every small detail was thought out and made our stay stress free. Small details and personal touches made this the best we have ever stayed at. Would stay here again in a heartbeat. Thank you so much Tom and Maripe. We truly appreciate all of your efforts in making this stay one our family will remember for years to come.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2025
Hi Cathy, Thank you so much for the kind words about your stay at Retreat By the Lake. We sincere appreciate your taking the time to leave such kind, thoughtful review. We would also like to thank you and your group for taking such good care of our home. You were perfect guests and are all welcome back anytime! Kindest regards, Tom & Maripe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristine P.

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

Beautiful Lake Setting

Beautiful Lake Margaret trail that was right across the street. Property was exactly as advertised. We especially enjoyed the deck area. Great location to get to the downtown or Port Stanley. The host is fast to respond to any communication to help with your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2024
Thank you very much, Kristine! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We would love to host you again anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelagh D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place with everything provided as advertised and also above and beyond. My cousin, whom travels worldwide was thoroughly impressed. The welcome complimented the easy access via prompt communication with the owners, Tom and Maripe. Clean and efficient appliances et all. We hope to return many times. Sincerely, Shelagh and Family
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelley V.

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

An amazing home away from home

We were in town for our son’s wedding. The home was 7 mins away from the venue. It was super clean and inviting. Keyless entry was great as I didn’t have to worry about losing a key. Owners were in constant contact with me up to the date of us coming, with them on call should we need them. Home is exactly what the pictures show. Not a detail missed. Highly recommend to everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Tom Sandford

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