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Ausable View: Free boat launch!

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Private kitchen
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Ausable View: Free boat launch!

Welcome to Ausable Retreat, your ultimate getaway destination! Nestled in a serene rural area, this newly constructed cottage offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. With a convenient free boat launch and trailer parking, you can easily explore the tranquil waters of Ausable Canal or venture out onto the majestic Lake Huron.

Situated on a sprawling double lot, just a short 5-minute drive from the sandy beaches of Port Franks, the renowned Pinery Provincial Park, and the charming Shale Ridge Winery, this cottage ensures you're never far from nature's beauty.

Step inside to discover a spacious haven adorned with modern amenities. The open-concept layout boasts an impressive kitchen, perfect for whipping up culinary delights, a generous dining area for enjoying meals together, and cozy nooks ideal for unwinding with some TV or engaging conversations. Three rooms each feature a Queen bed and the fourth room includes a bunk bed made of a double and twin size mattress.

Outside, the expansive backyard beckons for memorable evenings around the campfire, while the games room offers endless entertainment with a full-size billiard table, ping pong table, and foosball table.

And when you're ready to venture out, a wide range of dining options awaits in nearby Port Franks and Grand Bend, ensuring your culinary cravings are always satisfied.

Don't miss out on this year's special promotional price! Book your stay at Ausable Retreat today, as desirable dates are filling up fast. Experience the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure at your home away from home.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests must bring their own sheets and towels; comforters and pillows are supplied.
Signed Rental Agreement required.
Security deposit required and will be processed by the host directly on the guest's credit card.

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lambton Shores

Located in Lambton Shores, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Huron and Grand Bend Beach. Consider Huron Country Playhouse for a night out or Fort Rose Maple Company if you're travelling with kids.
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Thedford, Ontario

What's nearby

  • Pinery Provincial Park - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Sand Hills Golf Resort - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Lambton County Museum - 10 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Pinery Flea Market - 13 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Grand Bend Beach - 18 min drive - 21.0 km

Getting around

  • Sarnia, ON (YZR-Chris Hadfield) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grog's Pub & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Grumpa's Place Fries and More - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Midori Sushi Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lizzy’s Country Catering & Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Colonial Hotel and Restaurant - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ausable View: Free boat launch! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ausable View: Free boat launch!?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ausable View: Free boat launch! on 19 Apr 2026 start from AU$457, 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 Ausable View: Free boat launch!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ausable View: Free boat launch!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ausable View: Free boat launch!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ausable View: Free boat launch! located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Sand Hills Golf Resort, Pinery Provincial Park, and Lambton County Library - Thedford. Ipperwash Beach and Lake Huron are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

8.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

ken m.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
House was nice and big. Advertised that it sleeps 10 but no room for more than 8.Not enough dishes to feed 10 either. Back door would no stay closed. Septic tanks in the yard smelled really bad each day.Bbq was completely unusable. We had to strip it down amd clean it ourselves in order to use it.Def not a few mins from GB. More like 20 mins.Not all windows were coverdd so super bright in most rooms come morning. Other than that it was a fun nice environment to spend some time. Games room in garage was fun to have.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay The house and property were very clean and nice. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cornelius M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice property, well maintained. Rivers not swimable but close to so many nice beaches.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have a fantastic week. The home was very clean, modern and as advertised. We would definitely recommend and visit again in future.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rachelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely lovely retreat! We know the area, so knew the distance to Port Franks (10min) and Grand Bend (25min) were further than listed, so that wasn't a problem. We enjoyed campfire and play in the backyard; you could smell nearby farm fields, I didn't think there was any smell from the septic tank, though. The place was spotless when we arrived! So nice to have big kitchen and eating spaces, beds were comfy, Paul was super with communication. We'll aim to come back another year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gurtej S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this charming cottage! The host was friendly and responsive, promptly answering all our messages. The place was spotless upon arrival, and the layout was thoughtfully designed and very functional. A great restaurant is just five minutes away, and both Pinery Beach and Grand Bend are only a short drive, making the location ideal. We’d absolutely stay here again when visiting this part of Ontario. Thank you for making our stay so comfortable and enjoyable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kaitlyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Place was nice but please be aware it does not sleep 10 people. We arrived with 10 people and did not have enough beds for 10. We were told to use the couch for the night and they would get back to us with a solution the next day, when we asked about a solution for the problem we were ignored the next day. They did change the advertisement to a sofa bed but please also be aware it is just a small sectional). So if you have 10 people you may want to bring an air mattress so someone doesn't have to sleep on the couch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

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

Beautiful home

We stayed 4 nights, (6 adults & 2 kids) a beautiful home with lots of space about 20-25 minutes to Grand Bend. Lots of children’s games and activities kept 1 & 4 year old entertained. Unfortunately, septic tank is right next to the back outdoor sitting area - the odour made it an unpleasant space at times! Front Bedroom blinds did not block out the light - we had to cover them with tinfoil/blankets. Kitchen was lacking sharp knives and pans that could be used on the induction stove and the ice maker didn’t work. Despite these minor issues we enjoyed our stay, just suggestions for future guests.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

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

Beautiful property

This was a gorgeous house! Open floor plan, modern kitchen, beautiful bathrooms. Clean and well-equipped. Lovely back yard with nice country view. Great communication with property management. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan C.

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

Great place for a quiet getaway

Great clean place close enough to beaches and parks to just getaway with friends/family
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Long P.

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

Wonderful retreat get together near Grand Bend!

Great location, lovely place that can accommodate a large group with everything that you need for your stay. Endless of fun and definitely worthy of a 5 stars review. Would definitely come back next time for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tamara F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Decent Place with Some Improvements

Beautiful house (not really a "cottage") with a good layout for staying with a large group, with lovely furnishings/fixtures. Location was remote, but not too far of a drive from the touristy areas. The initial listing was misleading, though; showing pictures of the canal appearing like it was part of the property (in fact, the backyard looks out onto cornfields). Instead the canal was behind the houses on the other side of the street. These pictures seem to have been taken down now. Backyard was nice for a fire, but the intermittent smell from nearby septic tank shortened our evenings out there. Fantastic kitchen - open concept area with a dining table and family room with TV and lots of places to lounge. Biggest drawback was that the cooking/eating utensils were cheap - obviously bought at the dollar store, plastic in most cases, and some were useless. No scissors so we needed to open packaging with a paring knife; we also could have used a salad spinner and much larger baking sheets. The bedrooms/bathrooms were comfortable. Biggest complaint - we were told only a few days ahead of our stay that we had to bring our own sheets and bath towels (we were short a set of Queen sheets and had to buy them). It'd been nice to have this mentioned in the listing. The sliding "barn door" on the ensuite bathroom was charming but annoying and not practical as it didn't provide much privacy/sound proofing. The games room in the garage was fantastic and lots of fun! Decent place!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

Feyisa G.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Information not accurate

The place good and for family however, next time we should specifically time from grand bend a couple minutes instead of 22 minutes , secondly their is no toilets paper provide master bath shower floor dirty . I have to drive grand bend to get toilet paper ridiculous. Over all if these correct its will be 10/10.thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Pack T.

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

Great location

The location was amazing! A short drive to all the beaches and ammenities. House was perfectly spacious and well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Gane room is awesome for boys

House layout is perfect for 2 families with teenage boys
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Nolan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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