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A fishing and swimming dream! 2 Bedroom Island Cottage Retreat on Georgian Bay

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 674 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

A fishing and swimming dream! 2 Bedroom Island Cottage Retreat on Georgian Bay

2 Bedroom cottage on Island on Georgian Bay.
Sleeps 4 people comfortably, with extra space if needed.
You must have your own boat or kayak to access this property.

3-acre property with panoramic views of channel and open bay. Boat access only. Bring your own boat as we have a private boat launch and private parking and docking.

5 Minute boat ride from mainland parking lot.
Water taxi available from Pointe Au Baril if you don’t have a boat.
Kitchen, full 3 piece newly renovated indoor bathroom, outdoor shower, large deck and 2 large docks. Perfect spot for a family vacation or a fishing trip.

Property manager

H Ballantine

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Outdoor shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: All debris from smoking must be cleaned

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 800 sq ft (74 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
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
Welcoming dogs and cats only
4 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: pets must be leashed or stay close to owners.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Island property - be careful with little ones

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
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Vrbo Property
2 Bedroom Rustic Island cottage retreat on Georgian Bay
3 Bedroom with Bunkie Island cottage retreat on Georgian Bay

About the neighborhood

Map
skerryvore, ON

What's nearby

  • Boys Island - 1 min walk
  • Kenilworth Island - 45 min drive
  • Sturgeon Bay Provincial Park - 51 min drive
  • Killbear Provincial Park - 55 min drive
  • Charles W Stockey Centre for the Performing Arts - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Captain Sammys Fish & Chips - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Payne Dockside Fish and Chips - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Haven - ‬36 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A fishing and swimming dream! 2 Bedroom Island Cottage Retreat on Georgian Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 4 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at A fishing and swimming dream! 2 Bedroom Island Cottage Retreat on Georgian Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A fishing and swimming dream! 2 Bedroom Island Cottage Retreat on Georgian Bay?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A fishing and swimming dream! 2 Bedroom Island Cottage Retreat on Georgian Bay located?

Nestled on the beach, this The Archipelago cottage is steps from Lake Huron, Georgian Bay, and Boys Island. Bigwood Island and Skunk Island are also within 20 mi (32 km).

A fishing and swimming dream! 2 Bedroom Island Cottage Retreat on Georgian Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W., Port Elgin

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful trip!
We had a wonderful time on our 1 week stay! Check in process was very easy, quick boat ride from the parking lot! Just be aware that there is limited space for boat trailers, we had to pull outs up onto a rock. Just to be prepared! The cottage was very comfortable! Great table for games, cozy couch, nice washroom, the window ac was very welcome with the heat wave! Lots of outdoor space, and it felt very private! We spent lots of time at the dock or out on the boat fishing, great fishing and so much water to explore; We boated 15 mins to point au baril one day for gas and smash burgers. My only suggestion for the hosts would be fans for the bedroom and having one designated cupboard space for guests to store food while there. Thanks for the wonderful stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful place
I've summered at Georgian Bay for all my 70 years, and had to sell our cottage last year. This rental was a surprising delight. I particularly loved the multiple outdoor places to sit. Lots of privacy outdoors, if not in. The swimming is sublime. We saw lots of wildlife including a swimming bear. Everything indoors worked well. This is a way to have a rugged outdoor experience in beautiful Georgian Bay, with lots of comforts. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Irene T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and tranquil
The site is great loved the quietness and great fishing. Has everything you need. Would be good to have use of 3rd bedroom or bunky. Enjoyed the small walkways and dock with slide is fun to hang out. Enjoyed the week would like to rent again in October but lost the email.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Trish B., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Georgian Bay Island Cottage experience
We had a good week exploring the Georgian Bay islands. From my perspective it is one of the world's most beautiful landscapes. The cottage and property provide a good cottage experience. The mattresses are new and comfortable. I instantly loved the choice for the bedding and pillows are good. A recent renovation of the bathroom makes you forget you are in a cottage. The kitchen is very well equipped and has a full array of spices and veg oil. There are many seating areas on the property; on the point facing into the large channel/bay; comfy chairs/couch under the trees, bench above the dock; chairs on the dock; screened-in (mostly) porch on the deck; picnic table on the deck. Because there are many seating areas you can get sun or shade, wind or protection. The property is quite private. Although there are other cottages on the island they are not really within sight. Even though our stay was during the long August weekend we felt like we were alone. The view from the cottage isn't spectacular because the cottage is in the cooler treed area but there are lots of places with good views for star gazing - e.g., at the small sandy beach - and it is a rare find to have a small beach on Georgian Bay. . The satellite for TV works well. Remember that you will need to use your cellular data plan to get connection to the internet because there is no wifi (although we used one personal hotspot to deliver wifi to the cottage through our cellular data plan). We used our cellular data pretty extensively and used about 2 GBs a day - in case you want an estimate. Bell/Telus has a strong signal. Rogers data was sporadic but fine for a cellular phone call. The kitchen storage area for your food is very minimal and I have suggested an idea to the owner to improve that. We brought our own drinking water and your other option is to boil lake water. There is a dishwasher with instructions on how to use it. I wished for more air flow in the living area. You can't really leave the sliding door or kitchen door open because of wildlife potential. But there is air conditioning. Parking was at a premium because it was the August long weekend but we snagged the last spot. I think most days it probably wouldn't be an issue finding parking. The dump was closed but the owner promptly told us about the McDougall Transfer station which wasn't out of our way, and it is open when the closer dump is closed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
GB bliss
This property has a lot of space to play in and out of the water, sun or wind. Different weather in different spots makes it ideal to adjust. Cottage is simple and has all the amenities you need. It is GB so it is not your typical cottage country. Boating in that area is easy Compared to other areas of the bay. We had an amazing time
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Dain S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Easy access, beautiful location. The parking lot is a bit narrow and can get busy. Cottage is beautiful. Would go again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022