Private waterfront home with fire pit on shore ... perfect for family gatherings

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A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a tiled backsplash, a built-in oven, and a center island with a basket of fruit.
A cabin with a gabled roof surrounded by autumn-colored trees.
A snow-covered deck with a railing overlooking a body of water.
A wooden dining area with a stone fireplace, wooden chairs, and a table.
A cozy attic room with wooden walls, a television, a plaid sofa, and a chair.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Georgian Bluffs, ON
  • Place, Cobble Beach Golf Links
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Georgian College Owen Sound Campus
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Inglis Falls
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Common area 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Loft Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Lower northwest

1 Queen Bed

Lower southwest

1 Queen Bed

Main northwest

1 Queen Bed

Main southwest

1 Queen Bed

Recreation room

3 Double Sofa Beds

3 bathrooms

Lower washroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo

Main washroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master ensuite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Kemble

Located in Georgian Bluffs, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Cobble Beach Golf Links and Wiarton Bluffs Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Skinner's Bluff Management Area and Kemble Mountain Management Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Keppel Croft Gardens and Bluewater Lavender Farm. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area.
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Map
Georgian Bluffs, ON

What's nearby

  • Cobble Beach Golf Links - 16 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre - 26 min drive - 32.7 km
  • Georgian College Owen Sound Campus - 27 min drive - 33.1 km
  • Inglis Falls - 31 min drive - 39.2 km
  • Sauble Falls Provincial Park - 41 min drive - 53.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪1 Cottage, 1 Girl, 10 Men. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Rockford Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Country Style - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private waterfront home with fire pit on shore ... perfect for family gatherings pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Private waterfront home with fire pit on shore ... perfect for family gatherings?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private waterfront home with fire pit on shore ... perfect for family gatherings?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private waterfront home with fire pit on shore ... perfect for family gatherings?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private waterfront home with fire pit on shore ... perfect for family gatherings located?

This family-friendly Georgian Bluffs holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Lake Huron and Georgian Bay. Keppel Croft Gardens and Big Bay General Store and Ice Cream Parlour are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
awesome views great house
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2026
Thank you Curt It is a lovely home and we’re pleased to share it with our guests
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Particularly enjoyed the nature reserve across the street and dog friendly accommodations. Hosts were friendly, helpful and discreet. Wonderful holiday.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2026
It was lovely to meet all of you and to know you enjoyed all the property has to offer! Most people miss out by not exploring the trails early in their stay. And, yes, it is our goal to be friendly, helpful and discreet. Just because we happen to live next door is no reason to intrude on our guests' vacation. We hope to see you again in the future! Enjoy the rest of the summer season
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family vacation, thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susan was a great host for our group golf trip to Cobble Beach. Only 10 minute drive for the course and comfortably fit 16 into the cottage. She was very communicative and made checking in / out a breeze.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is very spacious and stocked with all linens, including beach towels. The hosts are right next door if you do have any issues. We were a family gathering of 6 adults and 2 dogsWe used the trails, the canoe and paddle board and had a lovely time. We only had 1 rain day. I got in on the grandkids "headshot table tennis tournament "We arrived to a box of homemade cookies and doggie treats. If you go, bring sunscreen and bug repellent and good water shoes. Georgian Bay is COOL, but be Canadian and take the plunge!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great spot for a waterfront vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friendly hosts, easy instructions, beautiful comfortable house, close proximity and easy access to parks and trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2025
We're happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us Tim! Thank you for your comments on our property ... our goal is to welcome families knowing there is the space in/on our property and the proximity of something for all ages to enjoy in the area
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property in a great location with plenty of privacy. Host has supplied everything you would need for a relaxing enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an absolutely beautiful location! We had the most incredible time :) we hope to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

We had a great stay at the Retreat. Everything was just as promised and the property was beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect for our family getaway. Lots of room for everyone and the property was beautiful. Very well stocked. Susan was very easy to contact. We hope to return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2025
We are so happy you enjoyed Thanksgiving at Greystone Retreat with your family It is our goal for our guests to have seamless gathering ms without all the hassles of practically moving for the weekend … hence we supply all bedding, linens, dishes, etc so you simply bring your food, clothes and personal toiletries So much simpler for everyone We hope to see you again as we do many returning guests Have a fabulous rest of the year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious, clean and well equipped home. We enjoyed kayaking, paddle boarding, canoeing and hiking on their well maintained trails. It was absolutely stunning and fun for our whole family!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A truly fabulous property, maintained to the highest level of excellence…while being homey and livable. Our whole extended family - kids, teens, parents and grandparents, felt comfortable here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Family Getaway

We had an amazing time at this beautiful cottage. The pictures do not do the place justice as the cottage itsself, as well as the location and outside environment, were absolutely beautiful and perfect for our family of 14 that stayed there. We are looking forward to returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved every minute of our stay at Greystone Retreat! It was the perfect size for our special family gathering of 12 adults. Everyone was very comfortable and had fun in the water, playing board games or reading in the cottage, and hiking on the trails. We wouldn't hesitate to come back again sometime!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family booked the Greystone for our son's wedding. All of the groomsmen stayed here the night before the wedding. They all raved about how amazing this home is.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for hiking Bruce Trail! Spacious common area with a fabulous view, very well equipped kitchen, and everyone had their own room. Susan was very attentive to our needs and communicated clearly and promptly. We will happily recommend this beautiful property to our other hiking buddies.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2026
We're so happy you enjoyed your central location for hiking the Bruce Trail, Robin. We'd be honored to have you 'pass the word' to your hiking buddies :) Hope to see you again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cottage in a great area

Clean and comfortable cottage, on a lakefront lot, with easy access to trials in the woods.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2024
Glad you enjoyed your stay at Greystone Retreat and had time to get on the trails Julia. We hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Greystone stay was an excellent family getaway. The cottage was exceptional and the grounds were beautiful and well maintained. They had everything we needed and more. So much to do and enjoy at the cottage and in the local area. The kids had a blast, they were never bored. Swimming, ping pong, kayaking, hiking, golf, fires beside the bay at night - I can't say enough nice things about this place. If you are looking for a fun family getaway, this is the place.
Awesome beaches nearby
Great Northern Light Viewing
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2025
We are so happy to hear of your great experience at Greystone Retreat Everything you describe is exactly how we want our guests to enjoy when they stay with us! We hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was great! We had a very quiet relaxing time. It was wonderful to be water front. I have mobility issues so getting right down to the water was a bit tricky. But we were able to enjoy the waterfront views. The stars were spectacular! Overall very clean and comfortable. Very nice stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic place, lovely landscape,

There was no need for anything but your clothes and food. Supplied the necessities.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2025
That's our claim to fame Ann! No 'moving' in and out like most cottage rentals! Many of our guests have arrived by plane so having everything supplied saves on additional expenses too. Glad you enjoyed your stay! Hope to see you again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susan was very welcoming and invited us to stay and extra day at no charge because of the bad weather. In retrospect we should have. The driving was terrible.The house is really well laid out, super well equipped and so clean..nd so well equipped. The trails across the road are fantastic. Highly rexommended
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan 2026
I'm glad you enjoyed your stay at Greystone Retreat Jeff! We happened to see that you took the opportunity to build a great snowman on the hill and that there was some tobogganing activities as well. It's always wonderful when guests enjoy all the property has to offer. I'm sorry you didn't stay either -- but, the way it's been, you might still be here! LOL Hope to see you again HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot for relaxing

Thanks for the very relaxing time. It was great for our group and had plenty of space for us to relax and unwind. The weather was perfect and crystal clear water for getting out on our paddle boards.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2021
You are most welcome Jodi! So happy to hear you enjoyed the Retreat and had a lovely space to celebrate your special day along with your friends. Have a great summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun Winter Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our snowy long weekend getaway during which we were supremely warm and comfortable relaxing inside the cottage with the ample room proportions and wood-burning fireplaces, and we also had fun being active outside in the adjacent nature reserve, where we went cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and tobogganing. Very much recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar 2025
So glad you enjoyed your stay at Greystone Retreat, Catherine. It certainly was a "real" winter this year! Perfect for so many outdoor activities. Unfortunately, snow was way too deep to access outdoor firepit but you did have the fireplaces :) We look forward to seeing you again Susan, Greystones
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Friends and Family Re union

It was a very nice place for family and friends plenty of room, Everybody had a great time, and would like to go back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2024
Thank you for your review! We are pleased you enjoyed your reunion at Greystone Retreat Jocette. We would love to see you again! Many of our summer guests return every year; some of them for over a decade. -- Susan
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