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Hedgehog Island Cottage Rental - The Cookhouse.

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Charleston Lake Provincial Park
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Athens, ON
  • Place, Charleston Lake Provincial Park
    ‪1 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Hedgehog Island Cottage Rental - The Cookhouse.

Come enjoy the peace and quiet of this secluded cottage. Get away from the rush of everyday life at and don't worry, no one will bother you here! Water accessible only.

Take advantage of the wonder that is Hedgehog Island.
Very special spot on private island, sandy cove, beautiful beach. Nice dock. Modern cottage with the conveniences of home
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Onsite Activities: BBQ, Dock, Fishing, Hiking, Swimming
Activities within walking, driving or boating distance: Boat Rentals, Fishing, Hiking, Provincial Parks, Restaurants, Shopping, Water Skiing

IMPORTANT! Please note: Access is by water only.

If you have your own boat there is ample dock space to park it. Otherwise boat rentals as well as water taxi service is available at the two marinas in Charleston Village: Kelsey’s Marina and Lake Line Lodge. Some people come by canoe or kayak. It is a 2 mile paddle from the Provincial Park. Kayaks and Canoes are available for rent at the Charleston Lake Provencial Park.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No fires on the property outside of the fireplace

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3129798vb
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Leeds and the Thousand Islands

Leeds and the Thousand Islands is home to this cottage. Kelsey's Marina and Seeley's Bay Public Dock are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Charleston Lake Provincial Park and Indian Lake.
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Athens, ON

What's nearby

  • Charleston Lake Provincial Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km

Getting around

  • Gananoque Station - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bastard Coffee Shop
  • ‪Petra's Place - ‬10 min drive
  • Montana's cookhouse
  • Tramonte's
  • ‪The Corner Grill - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hedgehog Island Cottage Rental - The Cookhouse. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Hedgehog Island Cottage Rental - The Cookhouse.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hedgehog Island Cottage Rental - The Cookhouse.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hedgehog Island Cottage Rental - The Cookhouse. located?

Situated in Leeds and the Thousand Islands, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Charleston Lake Provincial Park and within 12 miles (20 km) of Rideau Canal and Jones Falls Defensible Lockmaster's House. The Stone Arch Dam is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir K.

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

Exceptional place for nature lovers

We have spent one week on the island and enjoyed every day. Do a lot of kayaking, hiking and swimming. Thank you Warren for letting us stay there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2021
Glad you had a good time. Hope to see you next year.
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6/10 Okay

Tara O.

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

Beautiful spot

Beautiful spot, nice cottage. We arrived and the previous people did not clean at all, so that was a bit disappointing. A list of items to bring prior to rental would be appreciated as not everything you need is supplied (garbage begs, toilet paper, paper towel etc). Also a list of this to clean before you leave is needed for some people as previous people must have assumed someone else was going to do it. We enjoyed our week on the island. Would recommend this cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2021
Usually I provide toilet paper garbage bags and soap. But this year, not bring able to get to Canada, some things just don't get done by remote control. Sorry about that. Glad you had a good time. Warren
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2/10 Terrible

Dan R.

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

Great time

Ideal for seasoned campers with family wanting to relax or do some fishing, enjoyed the private beach, the park trails, the island trails and the picturesque view from the cottage...thank you for sharing your wonderfull facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2022
Thank you. Glad you enjoyed your stay. Warren
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert V.

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

Another wonderful stay!

This was our second visit to Hedgehog Island and we had another fantastic time. My wife and I parked our vehicle at the Provincial Park boat launch and paddled to the island in our sit-on-top kayaks with enough supplies for the week - it took at 30 minutes. The location is amazing and there is no shortage of things to do - hiking, swimming, kayaking, 'hammocking'... :-) We hope to be back next year!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

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

Fantastic facilities at the quiet end of the

This location has all the modern conveniences, Dishwasher, internet, microwave, cooktop with full oven, along with hot and cold running water and generous dimensions in the open concept main room. We enjoyed the small beach and the rock point that form part of the private bay on the property. The dock was large enough for one boat and in reasonable shape and worked well for us the week. The location is opposite the provincial park which includes canoe and kayak access only so very few boats, just the occasional people fishing which left us lots of room for tubing and entertaining the kids. We enjoyed the breezes and the screened windows that brought the outside in while keeping rain and bugs away. We caught a couple of fish from the rock point but too small to keep. A great week and we would do it again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert V.

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

Peaceful Nature Paradise

My husband and I had the most relaxing two weeks at this cottage. It is exactly as described. A perfect mix of private Canadian nature and every amenity you could need. We really appreciated the well equipped kitchen and ability to wash linens on site. We had a couple of storm related questions and the owner was very responsive and helpful. He was so lovely that we wanted to help and did some gardening, cleared some trees off paths etc. So much fun! We brought our kayaks and explored the lake and nearby trails every day. It is so close to the park, that there many opportunites for day hikes. It was beautiful to kayak around the many islands on the lake. We usually try something new each year but this time, I think we'll come back. I was sad to leave. Highly recommended.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2021
Thank you. I am glad you had a good time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vikky A.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Awesome property

This is a beautiful, understated property. It needs care from both the property owner and the renter. I was amazed by the location. So tranquil. More info about renting a pontoon boat in advance would have been helpful. And the marina would appreciate it. Also a printed version in the house of the ‘closing up’ expectations. For clarity. I vacuumed when I got there. But just pine needles. No biggy. They keep dropping… And the bathroom faucet was just a dribble. I tried to adjust the tap but … Otherwise water pressure was good. Such a gorgeous location. Thanks for letting us stay there
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Julian C.

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

Review

The location and settings were perfect. The cottage was comfortable and reasonably clean. The owner was helpful and reachable when we had questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN C.

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

On the island,

Great place to relax, and enjoy the incredible island and surrounding Provincial Park . Fishing was terrific, WiFi was great and very reliable. If you know how to chill and enjoy nature its a special spot. Warren was a great help and a joy to talk with.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheri H.

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

Island retreat

My family and I enjoyed the island - hiking trail is beautiful and the water views are excellent. Cottage and dock need some TLC and some appliances need updating (vacuum, kettle, coffee maker, etc). Overall had a great time and enjoyed the peace and privacy of island life. We would return again but try and obtain kayaks/canoes to have another source of entertainment and to enjoy the beautiful islands. Difficult to bring these items for a family of four.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea F.

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

Peaceful

Just spent a very relaxing week at this cottage. Definitely the place to go if you’re looking to get away from the city, and enjoy the peace and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

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

Fantastic getaway!

We spent an incredible week on the island - fishing, swimming, kayaking, relaxing and watching incredible sunsets 🌇. A more perfect setting in nature would be tough to find. Just what we needed 😌. Thank you Warren.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

zorica R.

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

Quiet and comfortable

The scenery is very beautiful, we had a good time. There are snakes in the forest, they aren’t poisonous,but just letting people know.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Oscar E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Beautiful area

Loved the lake and area in general. Great place to kayak or go out in a boat though not so much to be in the cottage itself or the little bay. The place needs some TLC and a deep clean but worked well for a short stay. Make sure to bring water shoes.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luc P.

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

Peace and quiet

What a wonderful place! So peaceful and quiet. On hot days you get a wonderful breeze. Having brought our kayaks was well worth it, Charleston lake has many islands to loop around. The cottage was very clean and has everything you need. Having your own little private beach is an added plus. It is a place we would go back, we strongly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

So beautiful!

Beautiful! So peaceful and relaxing.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Loved our stay

We loved our stay on Hedgehog Island! Warren is very friendly and helped us with all our questions about the area. The cottage had everything we needed. The setting couldn’t be more beautiful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Magnificent island location on stunning Charleston Lake

The cottage is very private, with your own swimming cove. You have your own island to explore, and are surrounded by beautiful park property an easy paddle away. The friendly owner lives a 10-minute walk away. The beauty of the area, and location couldn't get any better!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic

This property was incredible! It checked off all of our boxes, and even the boxes we didn't anticipate. I would definitely recommend this property to others, and I would stay there again next time I'm in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

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