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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Pool
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, foosball, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Your Home Away From Home

Rideau Retreat is located on the Big Rideau Lake this cottage is the perfect area for snowshoeing, ice fishing, boating, walking, running, cycling, canoeing, kayaking, fishing.
This beautiful log home was built in 2014. It is a 1 hour and 15 minutes drive from Ottawa.
Enjoy beautiful family fires right on the water with your loved ones.
When I think about this home I think about having my morning coffee on the patio listening to the birds, watching the deer, and going for a morning kayak on the historical Big Rideau Lake.

Property manager

Shannon Al

Languages

Arabic, English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Outdoor shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Foosball table
  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Golf privileges
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Unit size: 1900 sq ft (176.5 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
4 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

House
Waterfront Log Home Private vacation home
Waterfront Log Home Drummond-North Elmsley
Waterfront Log Home Private vacation home Drummond-North Elmsley

About the neighborhood

Map
Perth, ON

What's nearby

  • Big Rideau Lake - 5 min walk
  • Otty Lake - 6 min drive
  • Stewart Park - 14 min drive
  • Perth Museum - 14 min drive
  • Mississippi Lake - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Smiths Falls Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CC's on the RIDEAU - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Skye Dragon Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Red Fox Restaurant Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Hideaway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Pub - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your Home Away From Home pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Your Home Away From Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Your Home Away From Home located?

This family-friendly Drummond-North Elmsley vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Big Rideau Lake and Rideau Canal. Otty Lake is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Your Home Away From Home Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A stay in the country
We arrived just before sunset and we were so happy to find such a beautiful home . Our dog had a blast getting his zoomies out in the back yard and the kids made themselves at home in the kitchen making dinner . Our night took a great turn when my teenager asked to play scrabble ! Rarely happens. The electronics were all turned off voluntarily and we enjoyed the fire, dinner and scrabble . Couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Diane S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Family weekend
Nice place in quiet location with lots of child friendly amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvain F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hazel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage Feel with Home Convenience
Beautiful log home with a dock, firepit, gazebo with dining table, and play structure for kids. Property is immaculate and has all the amenities of home. Shannon was quick to reply to all queries and gave off "good vibes" through our virtual contact. Property is within 15mins of a main town and all amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property and host
Excellent property on very kayakable river! Home away from home with everything you need and a wonderful responsive host Shannon. Great Checkin and so very helpful every step of the way! Highly recommend this property for your family getaway!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Joanne S.

Lovely spot!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the log house. It was a perfect location for us for our cycling adventures…close to amenities and yet on a quiet road with peaceful surroundings. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little piece of country heaven
Cabin was perfect ! Clean cozy welcoming withh all the amenities for staying a short stay or a long while! Plenty of room for a Family ! Peacefull waters and views,friendly community close to town! Shannon was lovely to deal with thank you for making our stay effortless and relaxing! Mark and Brenda
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
Cozy log home on beautiful property. Hosts are great people and quickly respond to any needs. Highly recommend this getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth G., Calgary, Alberta

Liked: Cleanliness
Log cabin stay
Had a wonderful family holiday together at Christmas . Shannon set up a lovely Christmas tree and decorations for us . There was well stocked pantry in the kitchen with basic cooking essentials . Lovely views of the Rideau Lake . Cozy home with wood burning fireplace. Comfortable beds and furniture . Lots of great kid toys available . Hope to stay there again .
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandeep G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice fall getaway
Shannon was responsive and the property was great. Only an hour from ottawa will rent again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roxane C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Had a wonderful time. Everything was perfect for us.oved the geese families in the backyard 100% recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little getaway
Wonderful cottage right on the water. It has everything you need. The host was very communicative and accommodating. There is also lots of things for kids to play with both inside and out. Plus the beds are so comfortable! Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, As Described
This was the absolute perfect place for our ice fishing weekend. It was about as turn key as you can get. Close proximity to the lake, convenience store, and the towns of Perth and Smiths Falls. The beds and pillows were comfy, the layout was ideal, and the log interior was just beautiful with the fire crackling in the background. The kitchen was very well equipped, and two bathrooms provided lots of privacy for us. We're already talking about next year. Thanks, Shannon!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
Welcome wine and chocolate was appreciated. Fully stocked, comfortable beds, spacious. Relaxing was our top priority and this place did just that.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
A log cabin, with everything
This was a great place to unwind. The cabin was very modern and well equipped with everything we needed. A perfect location for families to get away from it all. Close to Perth for easy access to amenities and restaurantes. The owner was available to answer any questions. Highly recommended! 5 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sav C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Well equipped kitchen. Comfortable beds. Shannon answered all my questions in a timely manner. Serene property. Beautiful Fall colours. Perfect get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
Stayed here for a wedding in Perth, beautiful place, would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely family get-away
Beautiful log home on a wetland. Comfy beds with good linens. Very nice kitchen. Well-appointed, with some nice, thoughtful extras (like bug spray in the gazebo). Very sweet lady who rushed over some things that were forgotten. I wish we could have stayed longer to enjoy the extra goodies, like the kayaks and paddle boat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M., Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness
Short Fishing Trip
We stayed 4 nights at this lovely property and were very pleased with just about everything. The cottage/cabin was very clean and well appointed. Water access with a motorized vessel was do-able but a little bit tricky owing to weeds and water grasses. That said, the natural setting was beautiful, tranquil and teeming with wild life (lots of water fowl and a doe that visited daily). Well located for access to the pretty town of Perth (10 minute drive). Shannon was a great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert S., Ottawa, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Log Home
Very clean and well furnished. The home was newer and in good condition. The beds were very comfortable. It was a great place to relax and spend time with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyn B., Smiths Falls canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Rideau Retreat
A beautiful cottage. Very relaxing. Clean and comfortable. Shannon is just so nice and helpful. Really enjoy our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Nancy R., Kitchener, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Log Cabin on the Lake
Very nice property, log home with beautiful stone fireplace. Very quiet and restful which is exactly what we were looking for. Cleaners could have been a little more thorough before our stay. Crumbs on the chairs and table and in the fridge, not dirty though. Found a pair of socks under the bathroom vanity, definitely not ours. 😊 Finally, and this is not the owner’s fault: I could not believe how inconsiderate the previous guests had been about dog waste. Our host is gracious enough to allow dogs into her home, I don’t think it’s unreasonable to clean up after your pet. Thank-you To our host. We did have a very nice stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for family and friends!
This log cabin is cozy and a great place to visit with family or friends. Its a convenient location that is close to the marina, a public beach and boat launch. Perth is a great town to have a nice meal and walk around. Home away from home with all of the needed amenities! The cottage is spacious and the foos ball table was a ton of fun. Highly recomend for a winter stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stuart J., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage, amazing views.
Modern, well maintained and very clean cottage. The decor was lovely, Thanksgiving cushions, leaves and pumpkins were appreciated for our family gathering. The foosball table was a big hit. 3 large bedrooms with comfy beds. Kitchen is well equipped with modern appliance’s. Lovely views from the patio, fire pit and dock. We enjoyed the kayaks and pedal boat. This is a wonderful property with very responsive host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021