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Couples Nature Retreat – Riverfront Stay with Expansive Private Yard & Hot Tub

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A bright, white room with wooden floors, white furniture, and large windows.
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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a window with a view, and a white shiplap wall.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a patterned rug, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Pembroke, ON
  • Place, Westmeath Provincial Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Muskrat Lake
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Pembroke Welcome Centre
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Couples Nature Retreat – Riverfront Stay with Expansive Private Yard & Hot Tub

For couples who love nature and a peaceful environment.

Take in the feel of this newly renovated cottage with some boho, retro rustic charm.

Connect with your partner while enjoying the panoramic views of the Ottawa River.

Have a soak in the hot tub, go for a paddle or swim, get out the board games and colouring books. Cook a delicious meal. Afterwords sit at the bonfire with marshmallows.

Located just a few minutes drive from the gorgeous Westmeath provincial park.

Enjoy amenities such as;
* Riverview hot tub
*New Mattress and bedding
* Wifi , A/C, fireplace & heating
* A fully equipped kitchen
* Bonfire bowl
* Canoe & 2 kayaks
* Just minutes away from Westmeath Provincial Park
* Large private lot
* All newly renovated


A fabulous retreat for guests looking for a getaway surrounded by nature and privacy.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Gather any soiled linens and towels and leave on floor in front of fireplace. If anything is very wet please hang on shower stall. Thank you 🙏 😊💕
Please wash your dishes and place garbage and recycling in the red and brown shed
Please return key to lockbox and lock it Return all paddling gear to the shed
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20143723
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
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

Whitewater Region

Whitewater Region is home to this cottage. Champlain Trail Museum and Pioneer Village and Pembroke Hydro Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oaks of Cobden Golf Club and Roanoke Golf Club. Festival Hall Centre for the Arts and Logos Land are also worth visiting.
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Pembroke, ON

What's nearby

  • Westmeath Provincial Park - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Muskrat Lake - 13 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Pembroke Welcome Centre - 15 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Champlain Trail Museum and Pioneer Village - 16 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Algonquin College Pembroke Campus - 19 min drive - 23.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Farmstead Cheesehouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • Nook Creperie
  • ‪Milano - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Smokies Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Couples Nature Retreat – Riverfront Stay with Expansive Private Yard & Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Couples Nature Retreat – Riverfront Stay with Expansive Private Yard & Hot Tub?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Couples Nature Retreat – Riverfront Stay with Expansive Private Yard & Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Couples Nature Retreat – Riverfront Stay with Expansive Private Yard & Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Couples Nature Retreat – Riverfront Stay with Expansive Private Yard & Hot Tub located?

Situated in Whitewater Region, this cottage is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Westmeath Provincial Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of Muskrat Lake and Champlain Trail Museum and Pioneer Village. Pembroke City Hall and Pembroke Welcome Centre are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is very nice, clean and well kept. The grounds are spacious, with a nice interlock stone patio to sit at while overlooking the Ottawa River. Enjoyed using the canoe and kayaks provided although the water level was low while we were there so had to walk out further past the reeds to get into open water.Quiet and peaceful location. Julie is a super host, friendly and very quick to address any concerns or questions we had.Hoping to return again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a pleasure hosting you, and I’m so glad you both enjoyed the peaceful setting, spacious grounds, river views, and the canoe and kayaks. I enjoy helping to make guests’ stay comfortable and relaxing. It was lovely having you and I would be delighted to welcome you back to the river again !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot, highly recommend for a small family. Julie was super accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2025
It gave me great pleasure to host yourself and your family. It is a passion of mine to offer couples and families an opportunity to experience nature up close and personal. Thank you for choosing the Jack Pine.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are looking for a quiet place to unwind, this is the place. True nature sounds. Comfortable beds, all amnesties you need. Modern and chic. Truly returning in 2027.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2026
You’ve captured the vibe of the Jack Pine beautifully! Thank you for staying and I look forward to having you in 2027
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Id advise to bring your own pans. Only 2 pans, one small one large, and your own utensils as almost everything was plastic. Everything has been visibly painted over white throughout the entire house for a more "modern" look it kind of looks like the "landlord special". Being said, everything was very clean and worked perfectly. The property is very beautiful over looking the water which is all sand.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Looking for a little piece of heaven?! Nestled alongside the Ottawa River with relative privacy, this getaway cottage is an absolute dream. Clean, Quaint and Quiet. Hot tub and fireplace. What more could you ask for?! 10*
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Thank you so much for your stay and for your review. It really is a little piece of heaven. I hope you left feeling rested.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing host. I couldn't have asked for better. So friendly, so accommodating. It felt like I was staying at my aunts house and she was doing everything she could to make us comfortable. Julie knew we were bringing kids and left us a stores kit and colouring books/ crayons. The cottage is very clean and accomodated us well. Enough beds for everyone. The property is stunning and well kept. We could walk around barefoots and not worry. So quiet and private. The water is shallow and great for kids( I did not feel stressed letting them swim)The rocks surrounding were a blast for the kids to play on aswell.We will be back! Thank you Julie.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind review! ❤️ It truly means the world to me to hear that you felt so comfortable and cared for during your stay. I absolutely loved welcoming your family and was so happy to add a few little touches for the kids — seeing them enjoy the cottage and property is exactly what makes hosting so special. I’m especially glad you enjoyed how peaceful, private, and beautifully kept the property is, and that the shallow water and surrounding rocks gave the kids such a fun place to explore and play. It’s wonderful to know you could relax and enjoy the water with them without feeling stressed. It was such a pleasure having you as guests, and I would be thrilled to welcome you all back anytime. Consider this your aunt’s cottage away from home! 😊❤️ Thank you again for choosing our little piece of paradise. We’ll be looking forward to your next visit!

About the host

Hosted by Julie

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I am from Renfrew County and this makes me a lucky lady. This region is filled with nature based beauty. I love spending time amongst the trees and on the water. It gives me great pleasure to host folks who want to escape city life and soak up the healing vibes here in the valley.

Why they chose this property

Nothing beats the panoramic view of one of the most beautiful rivers in the world, the Ottawa River.

What makes this property unique

The Jack Pine is a very private and large lot. Its frontage consists of a remarkable example of the Canadian Shield. The paddling and fishing are spectacular.
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