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Just a fishing cabin in the woods...

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A dock with a red chair and a yellow boat, surrounded by tall green grass.
A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.
A wooden dock leading to a boat, surrounded by dense greenery and a calm lake.
A rustic cabin with a wooden exterior and a small porch area.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a chair, a fireplace, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Big Rideau Lake
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Portland, ON
  • Place, Big Rideau Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rideau Canal Lock 36
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Thousand Islands National Park
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Main bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Just a fishing cabin in the woods...

But it is on a quiet point on beautiful Big Rideau Lake, part of the historic Rideau Canal system, where the fishing runs 24/7! Insulated, cozy, lots of space for kids to play. Dock space for one boat, and a canoe included. This is a paddler's paradise, and a true nature-lover's getaway. Two bedrooms, bathroom with tub. On a quiet cottage road 5 minutes to Portland, and just an hour's drive to Kingston or Ottawa. Pet friendly.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
This is a waterfront property.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Twp laws allow bonfires only between dusk and dawn.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1365706vb
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Rideau Lakes

Located in Rideau Lakes, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bayview Yacht Harbour and Len's Cove Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mill Pond Conservation Area and Foley Mountain Conservation Area. Kilborn's on the Rideau and WTC Communications Arena are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Map
Portland, ON

What's nearby

  • Big Rideau Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Rideau Canal Lock 36 - 18 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Westport Sand Lake Beach - 27 min drive - 35.6 km
  • Thousand Islands National Park - 50 min drive - 64.3 km
  • City Cruises Gananoque - 51 min drive - 68.8 km

Getting around

  • Smiths Falls Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Recess Café - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Chips - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Station Cafe Portland - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Moroni's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Grampy's Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Just a fishing cabin in the woods... pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Just a fishing cabin in the woods...?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Just a fishing cabin in the woods...?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Just a fishing cabin in the woods...?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Just a fishing cabin in the woods... located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Big Rideau Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Portland Bay Conservation Area and Rideau Lakes Public Library - Portland Branch. Portland Beach and Bayview Yacht Harbour are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 99 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great place to unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage, very well kept. The kids loved having their own spot in the bunkie. Only small issue is you can't really swim off the dock due to lots of vegetation. But we took the included kayaks out a bit further and really enjoyed our stay. Great experience overall!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This little cottage was perfect. The host is friendly and helpful. Highly recommend :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great experience

This is our 3rd time and the cabin and it was wonderful as ever! Would highly recommend for people looking for a peaceful, relaxing getaway :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming Cabin!

Our family had a wonderful vacation. The cabin has everything you need and was very cozy. Also great fishing on the lake and lots of places to visit nearby will be back again. Thanks Liz and Jane for a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot in the woods. If you want a 5 star chalet this isnt it. What it is is clean, comfortable, well equipped cottage with a wonderful, resopnsive and friendly host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just a fishing cabin in the woods…

A wonderful place to go away to for some much needed R&R. Beautiful little waterfront cottage with everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2023
Thank you so much for your review!... looking forward to your next stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Getaway

Great little cabin to escape to for the weekend. Enjoyed our stay. We had everything we needed plus a cozy wood stove for the chilly spring nights. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful by the water

It was so nice to hear the loons at night. Cottage was very comfy and close to store as needed - we all had a very restful time
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Top Notch!

It was a lovely week. Very warm weather, especially for mid September, but the fans provided were perfect! We loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice cabin

Quiet cabin by the lake. Everything you need is present in the cabin! Clean beds, pots and pans,more than enough towels, games, wood for the fireplace, a big frisse etc etc. We had a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The perfect getaway

This was our second stay at the cabin and it was absolutely wonderful. Jane and Liz were amazing and were always quick to respond.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet Get Away

Very cute cottage with everything there that you would need. Lovely quiet area and peaceful. Owner so very nice and accommodating. Would go again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a sweet little cottage, it's all you need. Liz went out of her way to ensure it was clean and provided all of the essentials. The kitchen is fully equipped. Centrally located to so many fun things to do. The fishing was great, Pike, Bass & perch. We walked the Cataraqui trail near Chaffey's Lock, We visited Foley Mountain Conservation area and hiked to Spy Rock to get an amazing view. The trails are amazing. What a beautiful area!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Restful and extremely well-appointed

This is an outstanding cottage rental. A beautiful property that has everything one might want (and many things I did not know I needed but really appreciated). The owners were super quick to respond and extremely friendly. I highly recommend this place!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our time at the cabin

We enjoyed our 4 days there . We were able to catch edible size fish off the dock and just to sit and watch all the wildlife happening was great . Cooked over a open firepit all week . Great experience we had thank you for letting us enjoy your cabin in the woods
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We will be back!!

We loved it all
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place

Was nice, but the weather was not, and sorry the table cloth got a burn hole in it, I will pay for it, thank you I would go back but in nice weather..ken
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2022
We will try for better weather for you next time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quaint private cottage

Simple, clean and fully equipped cottage perfect for bass opening weekend on the Big Rideau. Tighter squeeze for our 19ft Nitro and Denali to turn around so best for smaller boats if you are bringing your own . Fans are great but no AC, just to know in case someone absolutely needs it. We would highly recommend for a couples get away .
Delicious gluten free celiac safe at the Galley in Portland a few min away
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

End of June

Great fishing when the weather was OK and the location is perfect to do so
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Swiming

Should include infos about the beach around the corner
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing experience

We had a very pleasant time at Moore haven. Liz is a great host, very caring. The place is so charming and is particularly well equipped. We will come back ⚡️
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2022
We are so glad you enjoyed our place and hope to see you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Perfectly imperfect

Nice spot to spend some time to charge batteries
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Get a way

The cabin was excellently equiped, indoors and outside. Great location and access to the water for our pontoon boat and fishing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2022
Thank you for your gardening! And for leaving the place so clean. Our best fishermen award to you and your friends!

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