Charming cottage on Upper Rideau Lake near Westport, ON

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 465 sq m

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Check out the area

Westport, ON

Westport Sand Lake Beach10 min drive
Scheuermann Vineyard & Winery11 min drive
Bobs Lake14 min drive
Smiths Falls, ON (YSH-Montague)64 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

About this property

Welcome cottagers! Good news-the access road has been repaired ensuring user-friendly, easy access from the main road to the lakeside cottage. Read on for a fuller description of this idyllic setting.

This cottage is lovingly cared for and beautifully situated 50' from the lake atop a tree-covered hill with a breathtaking view. The cottage has a rustic feel, features lots of pine, wood floors, knotty pine interior, handcrafted cabinetry, and a small kitchen area with brand new appliances. An attached deck runs the full length of the cottage and offers a perfect place to sit, read, converse, play cards, meditate, dote on the lake, eat at the picnic table, bird-watch (3 generations of a Great Blue Heron family flying in and out of the bay, standing in the shallows picking off fish with their long beaks has warmed our hearts for decades) not to mention our resident loons, humming birds, finches, woodpeckers, etc.. And of course you can hang out at the lakeside, sit on the dock, fish, swim, sunbathe, and observe nature in all its glory. There's 1 bathroom with a shower and 3 bedrooms. The master bedroom has a double bed. Of the 2 remaining bedrooms, one has 1 single bed, and the other has 2 single beds. Guests are asked to bring their own linens. The property abuts the Rideau Trail, which is a Provincial treasure and offers excellent hiking options.
Running water in bathroom and kitchen is lake water pumped up from the lake, not potable, but fine for washing dishes and yourselves. Guests need to bring drinking water -water for tea, coffee, washing vegetables, cooking, etc..

No smoking, no pets.

*Important message from HomeAway/VRBO Customer service: Travelers pay in the currency of bank location. This listing, although for a cottage in Canada, originated in the US and uses a US bank. At check-out, all listed fees are in USD. Travelers will see rates in the currency of the website they are on until they get to the check-out screen. Once at the check-out screen, the traveler will see the quote in the currency of payment. (USD)

Property manager

Paul Renz

Amenities

Barbecue grill

Pool

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Rideau Lakes

This cottage is located in Rideau Lakes. Scheuermann Vineyard & Winery and Westport Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Foley Mountain Conservation Area and Frontenac Provincial Park. Westport Community Arena and Kilborn's on the Rideau are also worth visiting.

Westport, ON

What's nearby

Westport Sand Lake Beach - 10 min drive
Scheuermann Vineyard & Winery - 11 min drive
Bobs Lake - 14 min drive
Foley Mountain Conservation Area - 15 min drive
Rideau Canal - 20 min drive

Restaurants

Westport Brewing Co - 12 min drive
Tangled Garden Cafe - 12 min drive
Lost Penny Pub - 12 min drive
Vanilla Beans Ice Cream - 12 min drive
Cottage Coffee House - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cottage on Upper Rideau Lake near Westport, ON pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage on Upper Rideau Lake near Westport, ON?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage on Upper Rideau Lake near Westport, ON?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage on Upper Rideau Lake near Westport, ON located?

Situated in Rideau Lakes, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Westport Sand Lake Beach, Scheuermann Vineyard & Winery and Westport Community Arena. Westport Museum and Upper Rideau Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Karen H., Toronto

31 Aug 2021

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

Cozy rustic cottage

On a quiet cove, the Lake Rideau water was perfect for a swim or a paddle. The pictures in the listing don’t show the lakefront at water level—there are stairs down to the water and a small dock. We rented a canoe from Perth Major Outfitters. They have kayaks too. The lake is fairly quiet in the week without the heavy motor boat traffic that can whiz around lakes in the Muskokas. As shown in the pictures, this is a lovely old-school log cabin cottage. The rustic feel reminded us so much of a family cottage we loved. Everything you’d need is at the cottage, including fans for the nights when it might get a bit warm for sleeping. The kitchen has newer appliances and was sparkling clean when we arrived. There are some great restaurants in nearby Perth, one of the most beautiful small towns in Ontario. Bistro 54 in Perth is a charming Italian place with outdoor dining space. Thinking of cooking at the cottage? Check out Foodsmiths in Perth for a great selection of local and organic offerings, or the grocery store in Westport which is a shorter drive. We had a fabulously relaxing week and would recommend this beautiful spot to anyone. As a host, Paul was very helpful and responded promptly with any questions we had.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Janet F.

30 Aug 2021

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

Peaceful Cottage in Rideau Lakes

We had a great stay at this classic cottage in Rideau Lakes district. It is off the beaten path and very quiet. It's perched up in the trees with a view of the lake. Our host, Paul, was amazing to deal with. He provided very clear instructions on how to access the cottage and where things are. The road access was a bit precarious because of impact of ran. Paul was very clear about that so we were aware before arriving. A four wheel drive vechicle is required. Another thing to be aware of is there is no air conditioning. While we were there it was really HOT. Fans are provided so that was helpful for sleeping. Also, the lake was very weedy and not great for swimming. That is not uncommon in later August of a really hot summer.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Linda K., Ottawa, Canada

18 July 2021

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

Great escape from the busy modern world

This rustic cottage is beautifully situated on a rise above the lake at the entrance of a secluded bay. The access is via a rough fire road with a steep descent and should only be attempted with either a truck or SUV. It is a very quiet getaway but close enough to Westport to be able to pop in and refresh supplies. The owner was super helpful and very communicative.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

9 July 2021

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

A dream

This is a perfect getaway spot. We spent a glorious time here swimming, relaxing, BBQing on the deck and taking in nature from a stunning perch atop a hill with an incredible view of the water. Paul is a generous and accommodating host. We were grateful to him for sharing this special place.

Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2021