The River Cottage with Pool Table, Fireplace, Snowshoes, & Pet-Friendly

We have full Availability for Christmas Holidays!

Welcome to Cedarwood Cottage!

- 4 Bedrooms, 1 full bathrooms, 2 half baths - sleeps up to 8 guests
- Pet Friendly - Bring your furry friends
- Large deck with BBQ and outdoor eating space
- Riverfront property with large bonfire pit, dock & water toys
- Wood fireplace, and perfect for your holiday’s getaway
- Full-size pool table & tons of board games
- Fun vintage Snowshoes & a sled for the kids!
- Just 2 Hours from Toronto

The space

Welcome to Cedarwood Cottage — a spacious and inviting retreat along the Gull river, ideal for families and groups looking to relax, recharge, and enjoy nature. With stunning water views, beautiful surroundings, and thoughtful amenities, this is the perfect place to slow down and make memories.

On the main level, you’ll find a fully equipped kitchen stocked with everything needed to prepare meals—whether it’s a hearty breakfast, a cozy lunch, or a celebratory family dinner. The adjoining dining room overlooks the water, providing a warm setting for holiday meals, milestones, or casual gatherings. After dinner, unwind in the living room, where comfortable seating makes it easy to enjoy board games, a favorite movie on the 42-inch TV (with Firestick and DVD selection), or simple conversation with loved ones. Step out to the spacious deck, which doubles as an outdoor dining area. Equipped with a BBQ and seating, it’s the perfect place to enjoy fresh air and waterfront views while sharing meals al fresco.

Upstairs, the master bedroom with a Queen bed features its own small balcony overlooking the river, perfect for a quiet morning coffee. The second bedroom with a queen bed is also on this level, along with a bright, spacious bathroom that includes a rain shower/tub combo and large vanity.

The lower level offers additional accommodations, including a queen bedroom with ensuite half-bath and a kids’ bedroom with two sets of bunk beds. This floor also features a games area complete with a full-size pool table, and direct walk-out access to the backyard, dock, and river. Guests can spend the day fishing, sunbathing, or heading out on the water with the included canoe and two kayaks.

In the evenings, gather around the outdoor firepit to share stories and stargaze on crisp nights. Whether you’re paddling the river, lounging on the deck, or simply enjoying time together by the fire, Cedarwood Cottage offers the perfect balance of comfort, space, and natural beauty for your getaway. Great access to the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC ) trails for the snowmobilers.

What you’ll love about the property:

- A fully stocked kitchen with all the essentials plus extras like a coffee maker, toaster, oven & full-size refrigerator
- Reliable Wi-Fi for working remotely or streaming your favorite shows & close to town for convenience
- A spacious deck with a BBQ and outdoor dining area
- A large fire pit for evenings spent roasting marshmallows and enjoying the fresh air
- Full-size pool table & loads of board games around the home
- Plenty of indoor and outdoor spaces to gather or unwind
- Gradual Sandy entry to the river (note there are some weeds, rocks & a current)

Sleeping arrangements:

Bedroom 1: Master bedroom with Queen bed with access to a small balcony overlooking the river (Upper level)
Bedroom 2: Queen bed (Upper level)
Bedroom 3: Queen bed with small half bathroom ensuite (Upper Level)
Bedroom 4: 1 Double bed, 3 single beds (Set up as two bunk beds) perfect for children with a reading nook & a variety of toys for all ages

Bathrooms:

Bathroom 1: Located upstairs, this full bathroom is a three-piece completed with a rain shower head and wand shower head, with a bathtub
Bathroom 2: Half bath on main floor with vanity and toilet
Bathroom 3: Half bath in the basement bedroom, ensuite with vanity and toilet

Nearby attractions:

- Altberg Wildlife Sanctuary Nature Reserve (9 minutes): Great for hiking and bird watching
- Moncks Landing Golf Course (7 minutes)
- Norland Beach (5 minutes): sandy beach with parking and a playground - good for picnics and canoe/kayak launch. No boats allowed.
- Indian Point Provincial Park (10 minutes): situated on Balsam lake - great for fishing, snowshoeing, hiking, canoe/kayak
- Maryboro Lodge Museum (26 minutes): historic museum, perfect for families, they also have seasonal events
- Kinmount Model Railway and Kinmount Heritage Museum (16 minutes): waterfront view , trestle bridge, gazebo and chairs
- Haliburton (43 minutes)
- Kawartha Dairy Minden (24 minutes)
- Coboconk Go-Karts & Mini Putt (7 minutes): Also has ice cream and other treats
- Portage House Restaurant (17 minutes): Family restaurant with wide selection

Guest access

You’ll have full access to the house, yard, and all outdoor amenities. No access to any of the locked areas. You will have access to the laundry room, please do not use anything on there except the laundry.

Other things to note

Our space is located in the woods and we do treat the exterior to keep out pests including insects and mice, this is a reality of being surrounded by beautiful mother
nature. Should this be of concern to you our space may not be the best fit.

Animals you may see during your stay include deer, black bears, groundhogs, mice, and insects.

Cedarwood Cottage is a cherished older family home. While many updates have been made, some elements reflect its age. We kindly ask that you treat the cottage with care and respect so it can continue to be enjoyed for years to come.

The cottage does not have a generator. In the rare event of a power outage, please come prepared and have fun and enjoy the outdoors. Most outages in the area are resolved quickly, and during the winter months, you can use the wood fireplace to keep the home warm until power is restored.

We also provide shovels and salt for winter use, and a snow removal service maintains the driveway. However, conditions can vary, even though we’re close to Norland. Entry to the home is fairly flat, but we strongly recommend winter tires and, ideally, a 4x4 vehicle for safe travel. Please note that we are unable to offer refunds due to weather, power outages or vehicle preparedness.

Please list all guests when booking, including adults & children. We will cancel your booking should you be over occupancy. We do not allow day visitors. We have a licence and we have to be fair to us and our neighbours.

Pets are allowed for an extra $75. All pets need to be potty trained. No puppies.Please wipe your pets paws and keep off furniture . Even though it's in the woods please clean up after your pet.

When you head out to canoe or kayak, paddle to the right and it will take you on a scenic journey to Elliot falls ...15 mins in the canoe one way. Please put the water toys and anything else you used where you found it. Canoe and kayaks to be placed face down in case it rains! It will damage the water toys if not properly put away. Our cleaner cannot put water toys away properly on her own, so please put away before checking out.

We include:

Kitchen: Coffee (Keurig Pods), Tea, Sugar, Oil, Salt & Pepper, Lighters, Fire Starters, 1 paper towel roll, dish cloths, all purpose cleaner, sponge, dish soap. We have a Keurig & a drip coffee maker.

Bathroom: Toilet Paper (4 rolls per bathroom), 1 Towel per person, 1 beach Towel per person (summer months), Hand Towels & Makeup Cloths, 1 Bath Mat

Bedrooms: Pillows, Sheets & Duvet. Additional blankets if you get cold are recommended.

Outdoor Amenities: 1 Canoe, 2 Kayak, Some Life Jackets, bring extras. We have floaties that we include but they vary per season.

Other: Laundry soap

We allow 1 bag of garbage and 1 of recycling left at the property, any extras are $25/bag and need to be sorted.