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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Elgin, ON
  • Place, Indian Lake
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kingston Waterfront
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Place, Queen's University
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Sleeping Loft

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sun on the Brow Cottages - Sun Set Cottage

Welcome to “Sun on the Brow”. Situated on the border of two of Ontario’s great cottage regions South Frontenac and Rideau Lakes. Opinicon Lake is part of a series of lakes navigated by water travellers of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Rideau River/Canal System since the late eighteen hundreds. Davis Lock to the south draining into Sand lake and beyond towards Kingston, and northerly through Chaffey’s Lock into Clear Lake and towards Ottawa. “Sun on the Brow” is a beautiful setting of four cottages on a property total of 11.25 acres with over 750 feet of lakefront. The Cottages are set on a point of approximately 1.5 acres.

“Sunset Cottage” is a charming summer cottage. Newly renovated 2023. The Cottage has the best of both options. It has a big wrap around deck, with views of Bay Side of the property. A quiet place to watch the wildlife in the Bay. Your choice of a Hammock for two or two Muskoka chairs. Sun Set Cottage also comes with a Dock on Opinicon Lake. Either option is yours to enjoy. The cottage has A/C, Wifi, and Netflix. This cottage has two bedrooms, and a Sleeping Loft nestled into the original beams of the Cottage. The Prinamary bedroom has a Queen bed. The Second bedroom has two single beds. The Loft has a Single bed. Fresh linens are provided and the beds are made (after all, who wants to start a vacation making beds?). Sunset Co,ttage has a fully equipped clean and bright kitchen with a fridge, stove, microwave, and Coffeemaker (*coffee included*). The main room has a dining area and a cozy seating area to relax or watch the big screen.
Landscaped recently, the cottage now has a viewing area overlooking the bay, a hammock for relaxing, a BBQ as well as a Fire Pit with seating.

The cottage has its own dock on the Lake side of the property with Muskoka chairs for relaxing the day away.
We also have a Kayak Shack where you will find 7 Kayaks, 2 Paddle boards, a Paddle boat and a Canoe for the guests to enjoy (adult life jackets supplied).

‘Sun on the Brow’ also has a shared Boathouse retreat. This 900-square-foot common room has a pool table, table soccer, air hockey, games, puzzles, and books with a panoramic view over Lake Opinicon for those who want to curl up or get together and take in great views and family fun. The boathouse is great for rainy days, chilly nights, and storm watching.

Opinicon is a peaceful lake but amenities are all close by. Less than 5 minutes away is Chaffey’s lock. Here you will find 2 marinas, Brown’s and Franklin’s. Browns has a small general store and an LCBO/Beer store outlet.
The historic ‘Opinicon Inn’ is the main attraction in Chaffey’s Lock. Three restaurants with indoor and outdoor dining, an ice cream shop and 10 acres of beautiful grounds are the framework of this recently refurbished and renovated charming Inn**
For hikers, cyclists, and nature lovers, the ‘Catarqui Trail’ passes through Chaffey’s on the north side of Opinicon Lake. For more experienced hikers Foley Mountain in Westport offers a variety of trails with a range of difficulties.
Numerous golf courses are within 20 minutes to get your swing on!
Shopping and strolling in the lovely waterfront villages of Newboro and Westport are also less than 30 minutes away with stores and restaurants and even a wonderful winery that serves delicious wood-fired pizza!

There is plenty of room for your boat at ‘Sun on the Brow’ (If you have one- boat launching is available at both marinas in Chaffey’s lock). We also have 3 small fishing boats for rent (boat and fishing license required). The water is crystal clear and warm as Opinicon is not a very deep lake. Water shoes are recommended as the lake bottom is not sand, and is true to the Rideau Lakes reputation of being weedy.

It is our sincere hope that you will fall in love with this little piece of heaven as we have and that cottaging at ‘Sun on the Brow’ will leave you with a lasting experience that you will want to repeat year after year.

Sincerely
Your Hosts
Bill and Kim
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
1 dog only. Thanks
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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 and lock the doors
Please return Kayaks, Paddle boards and any outdoor equipment to its correct location.
Please double check the Boathouse and return any Books, Games. It is a shared space and should be left tidy.
Please tilt up the patio cushions or if they are dry, leave them in the cottage. Please return the outside furniture to its correct location.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
All children under the age of 12 must have a properly fitted Life Jacket. Children are not to be left unattended at the water’s edge.
If you are bringing a dog, please clean up after it. We don’t encourage dogs on the furniture or beds.
For the comfort of other guests we ask that the Boathouse/ Games Room is not used between the hours 12am and 6am

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Rideau Lakes

Located in Rideau Lakes, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Rideau Canal and Jones Falls Defensible Lockmaster's House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Foley Mountain Conservation Area and Charleston Lake Provincial Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Kilborn's on the Rideau and Westport Community Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Elgin, ON

What's nearby

  • Indian Lake - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Gananoque Boat Line - 44 min drive - 59.4 km
  • Kingston Waterfront - 55 min drive - 64.2 km
  • Queen's University - 56 min drive - 60.9 km
  • Thousand Islands Bridge - 59 min drive - 81.1 km

Getting around

  • Gananoque Station - 45 min drive
  • Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stoodleys - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Stage Coach Inn - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Jeannie’s Chip Wagon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ferg's Cook House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Intoxicated Cakes by Rasa - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sun on the Brow Cottages - Sun Set Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Sun on the Brow Cottages - Sun Set Cottage ?

As of 28 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sun on the Brow Cottages - Sun Set Cottage on 28 Mar 2026 start from AU$377, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sun on the Brow Cottages - Sun Set Cottage ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sun on the Brow Cottages - Sun Set Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sun on the Brow Cottages - Sun Set Cottage ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sun on the Brow Cottages - Sun Set Cottage located?

This family-friendly Rideau Lakes cottage is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Rideau Canal and Indian Lake. Kilborn's on the Rideau and Portland Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

MICHEL B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place and relaxing environment.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Geraldine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well appointed quiet secluded clean cottage close to Chaffey’s Locks. Steps away from the lake.vert responsive hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cornelia P.

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

We had a wonderful time in a lovely spot

We could relax and enjoy a wonderful time
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

TIM B.

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

Great Spot for Relaxing and Fishing!

Fun and relaxing time! Owners were super nice and accommodating!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely cottage in Lake Opinicon. Several outdoor seating areas with lots of privacy and a well equipped kitchen. We did not use the loft bed, it's up quite a steep ladder. Comfy mattresses if a little on the soft side for me personally. There are kayaks and paddle boards for guests use which is fantastic as the lake is really beautiful to explore. Bill and Kim are lovely and super welcoming. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

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

Summer 2025

Excellent property, with modern, clean amenities and a wide variety of outdoor activities. The teens enjoyed the boathouse with the pool table and air hockey in the evening. Bill and Kim were very welcoming and quick to reply to our one minor question. We can’t wait to come back another time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William W.

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

Another great stay at Sun on the Brow Cottages!

This was our second time staying at Sun on the Brow and hopefully we will be back soon. The Sunset cottage was beautiful and has everything you need. Kim and Bill are excellent hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave M.

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

Guys Trip

As always a great place to stay. Huge thunder storm the first night. Power was out out for 2 days. Kimberly and crew went out of there way to connect generators and keep them running. Was 40 with the humidity. They were awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Burton T.

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

Best vacation ever

Beautiful, clean place. I loved it. Hosts are very nice!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

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

Amazing Stay

Sunset Cottage is a quiet sanctuary with peaceful views of the bay. It has everything you could possibly need in addition to an expansive deck and private fire pit. Kim and Bill are exceptional hosts. Our family will definitely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie L.

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

Peaceful getaway

Cottage is recently renovated, clean, fully equipped. We enjoyed the different places to sit around the property to enjoy different views any time of day. Hosts are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley H.

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

Stunning Cottage Retreat

Our stay was memorable. The cottages beautiful. Had opportunity to see these cottages prior to Kim and Mike taking over. The cottages are comfortable, well equipped while still retaining that cottage feel. Would return in a heartbeat!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MIchelle N.

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

Best spring relax and recharge ever

Can not say enough amazing things about Kim, Bill and their beautiful Sun on the Brow properties. Every cabin is curated with care and they are happy, attentive hosts. Looking for a quiet getaway by the water, family outdoor fun or just looking to enjoy the Elgin area, this is the place. Thank again for our third lovely getaway to your property, we will be back ;)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis D.

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

Fabulous!

Everything one might want for the kind of serenity one hopes for at a lake. So many wonderful memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Debra B.

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The Barlow's

My wife and I had a very relaxing stay at Sun on the Brow - Sunset cottage for our 5 day stay. We slept in and enjoyed the extreme quiet for this time, which is what we needed. The Games room was also a lot of fun as we enjoyed several rounds of air hockey during our time there. Excellent mini vacation with the only point I would say needs improving is access to the water from the dock. Thanks again, Kimberly and Bill, for a wonderful stay! Mark & Debra
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Katharine D.

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Back again!

This was the second time we’ve stayed at sun on the brow cottages. The cottage was lovely before but now has a new kitchen and deck. We had a great week, out on the water everyday in the kayaks and on the paddle boards. The kids love the boathouse, the dog loves the field, it’s win win! Kim and Bill are great hosts. Can’t wait till we go back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

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Excellent spot for peace and tranquility

The Sunset on the Brow Cottage and stay was fantastic! We both have stressful jobs and needed some peace and quiet to just relax! This is the perfect location! My husband loved the fishing and canoeing, my 14 yr old loved the paddle board and my rest and relaxation was achieved just by sitting on the dock reading. Cottage was extremely clean and updated ! The hosts were very accommodating and friendly! Highly recommend this location and hosts ! You won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy M.

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

Perfect in every way

Well appointed, everything supplied even coffee, sugar, oil, S’More Kits, kayaks, canoe, paddle boat, paddleboard, fire pits with wood, chairs, a dock for each cottage. Weeds in the water and no ladders on the docks when we were there to get in and out of the water. Beautiful grounds and views of the water and islands and wayerlillies. Peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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Amazing lake, wildlife and property

My husband, young adult son, teen daughter, dog and I all enjoyed our 4 night stay tremendously. The activities in the boathouse were well used by us all and we loved sitting on the dock, kayaking as well as observing and hearing the wildlife. My son saw otters playing in front of the dock and while kayaking we saw loons up close. We heard coyotes in the distance a couple of nights which was amazing. The sunset cottage is quaint and comfortable. It is as described and newly renovated. Kim and Bill were always responsive and friendly with any questions we had. We enjoyed the welcome gifts of a little bottle of syrup, soap, and s’mores kit. My daughter claimed the loft area as her own and loved it. The master bedroom has a sliding door onto the back of the wrap around deck where we enjoyed relaxing and having coffee or snacks. We found the A/C unit very handy and effective the one day we used it. We chose this cottage partly because of the amenities such as the kayaks and boathouse activities. We were more than pleasantly surprised by the beauty of Lake Opinicon and the surrounding area. At Chaffey’s locks, a quick easy drive down the road, we enjoyed ice cream, pizza and sunset viewing of a bald eagle fishing and a blue heron taking off. The drive to Chaffey’s locks never disappointed as we usually saw a few deer grazing. Newboro and Westport are an easy drive away if you want to browse the shops.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis D.

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Canada 2024

Heaven!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

An oasis of calm

Kim and Bill made our experience very seamless and easy. From the personal welcome at check in to the many little touches that made our vacation special, the hosts and this beautiful property exceeded our expectations. Every cottage comes with high quality linens, towels & kitchen utensils and the unit was very clean. A very helpful booklet provided a wonderful overview of the amenities available. There is plenty to do with pristine hiking trails and waterways on the property or nearby. Cottages are nicely spaced apart and offer privacy to enjoy your time as you wish. We would not hesitate to recommend Sun on the Brow cottages for couples like us or for a fun family adventure. Our little toy poodle was welcomed with open arms which we very much appreciated too. Thank you for such a lovely week to unwind. Sarah, Sam & Raffi
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo-Ann D.

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Lots to do at Sun on the Brow

Kim and Bill couldn’t have been nicer - even taking us out (with our two dogs!) for a trip around the lake in their boat. The cabins have access to a canoe, pedal board, paddle board and plenty of sea kayaks which we took out every day. Boat house has air hockey, pool table, board games and plenty of tables and chairs to gather. Fully stocked cabin complete with replacement propane tanks for the BBQ, plenty of firewood, and even coffee and everything needed for campfire s’mores! Every cabin has their own dock, hammock, picnic table, fire pit, BBQ, and plenty of Muskoka chairs.. We would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis D.

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

Serenity

A wonderful place to refresh one's spirit- a peaceful lake cottage, nestled in the the trees with everything one might need to enjoy it all.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chantal H.

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

Amazing Get Away

Kim and Bill are fantastic hosts and made us feel incredibly welcome. The cottage has all the amenities that you need and the property is so lovely. We already have plans to come back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia B.

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Nature and family time

Kim and Bill are lovely hosts. We enjoyed our stay. The cottage was clean and well-presented. It will be nice for guests when Sunset Cottage is also renovated, as the renos on the other cottages are wonderful. Loved the deer, turtles, toads and nature. We also had fun at the Opinicon Inn for dinner, ice cream and morning pastries. Only disappointment was the amount of seaweed and algae in the lake making swimming difficult. However, once we took the kayaks and paddles boats out into the lake, we swam there. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kimberly Watling

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Bill and I purchased the property in September of 2020. We live here and have been renovating and adding our own touch. We share the space with our two dogs. “Lola” our 13 year old Golden Retriever who enjoys cuddles and long naps anywhere, and Rideau our Black Lab who’s 2 and has no idea how charmed his life is.

Why they chose this property

Bill and I fell in love with “Sun on the Brow” the moment we drove onto the long driveway. The peaceful setting and Lake Opinicon is beautiful year round.
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What makes this property unique

Opinicon Lake is on the Rideau Canal system. Both a UNESCO World Heritage Site and National Site of Canada.
It connects Ottawa to the St. Lawrence River near Kingston ON. The Rideau is 202 kilometres long. It is one of the oldest continuously operated canals in North America. Out of the 47 Locks on the canal 24 are still hand operated. Lock 37 “Chaffey’s Lock” is one of theses.

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