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♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡

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Private kitchen
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Check out the area

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Gananoque, ON
  • Popular LocationGananoque Municipal Marina41 min drive
  • Popular LocationThousand Islands OLG Charity Casino42 min drive
  • Popular LocationGananoque Boat Line42 min drive
  • AirportKingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers)83 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡

♡Looking to escape the hustle? Wanna chill out with friends for a weekend? Experience making tasty s'mores at the bonfire with your kids. Grab a bevy! Chill out after a fun day in the sun! Gaze at the countless stars from a Muskoka chair at the fire pit in your front yard. Your tranquil island cottage awaits. This charming waterfront space is bright, open & airy for your stay♡

Please read the entire description. It will help set expectations. Or at LEAST read the big bullet points ;)

● We live on-site with 2 friendly dogs.
● Bring water to drink (the water here is from a well; it's fine for showering & doing dishes).
● Located on an island. Access is by drive-on ferry. Getting on costs $8 but leaving the island is free.
● There are only houses on the island so please plan your trip accordingly.

▪︎2 bedrooms with 2 beds combined (queen & double). Bringing a baby? A Pack'n'Play (playpen) may be available if needed, just ask!

●While we do offer WiFi, there is no TV.

FEATURING:
▪︎A screened-in front porch.
▪︎A stocked kitchen (pots/pans, dishes, cooking utensils, glassware, coffee maker, electric kettle, toaster, etc.), bed linens, free BBQ propane & firewood.
▪︎Pack light! 1 complimentary towel/person, shampoo, conditioner & handcrafted body bar provided.
▪︎Has a BBQ at the door & a fire pit near the dock.
▪︎Off-grid experience! (Solar/wind energy) Brief power outages are part of the experience ;) so we ask our guests to not leave fans or lights on when they are not necessary.
▪︎The BBQ is conveniently located steps away between the kitchen & outdoor table.

We provide bedding & linens, 1 towel + 1 washcloth/person, dishes/kitchenware, a 4 liter jug of water, TP & basic toiletries, propane & firewood. We do not supply or have paper towels.

We have 2 super friendly (off-leash) big dogs. As we live next door, they will more than likely visit at some point during your stay.

■If you plan on doing some fishing here during your stay, you need to have a valid fishing license (can be purchased inexpensively online for weekly use) & your own equipment (rod, lures, worms, etc.).

■OUR PROPERTY■
▪︎Off-grid experience! (Solar/wind energy) Brief power outages are part of the experience ;) , although we added to our house-battery supply in 2021 to ensure these outages happen less often.
▪︎10 minutes to Gananoque.
▪︎30 minutes to Kingston.
▪︎Boat launch & dock on-site.
▪︎Family-based.

■AREA ACTIVITIES■
▪︎In 2002, the Ontario 1000 Islands were designated as a UNESCO biosphere. Explore!
▪︎Fish/swim/kayak on-site.
▪︎Let us take you to a nearby beach by boat.
▪︎Play volleyball or badminton in our sand court.
▪︎Walk or bike down the majestic tree covered, gravel lane.
▪︎Explore trails on the island.

With 4 other rental cottage spaces on the surrounding properties, Hideout on Howe is set up to entertain many guests at the same time. This cottage has its own dock & waterfront space. The volleyball court is shared among guests.

☆Located on an island serviced by 2 ferries, Hideout is just minutes from beautiful Gananoque (the "Gateway to the 1000 Islands"). Local attractions include the renown 1000 Islands Playhouse, the Gan Brewing Company, the 1000 Islands History Museum, the Joel Stone Heritage Park with public playground, splash pad & sandy beach, the Marble Rock Conservation Area, the 1000 Islands Boat Museum, 2 or 5 hour cruises on the Gananoque Boat Line, numerous galleries, helicopter tours, kayaking day trips, & so much more. Join us for lunch at one of our favourite waterfront restaurants! There are several family/group friendly activities available. While these experiences are not sponsored or endorsed by Hideout on Howe, photos have been included to give guests an impression of life in the 1000 islands ; )☆

X● Absolutely no dogs or fireworks permitted. (Deal breakers without refund.) ●X

♡Relax. Play. Enjoy.♡


This reservation has a Flexible cancellation policy - refunds will be issued up to 30 days prior to the check in date.
A 100% refund is provided for travellers cancelling at least 30 days before check-in. A 50% refund is provided for travellers cancelling from 14 to 29 days before check-in. No refunds are provided for travellers cancelling less than 14 days prior to check-in. CanadaStays Booking Fees are refundable if you cancel within 48 hours of placing your booking request.
Our house rules: no smoking, no parties or events, no pets or dogs permitted (as we have animals, including guardian dogs. We cannot have any other dogs here for the safety of other guests).
No smoking in buildings.
Parents coming with children under the age of 16 must bring proper fitting life jackets for them.

Property manager

Hideout on Howe Retreat

Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses wind and solar energy
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Frontenac Islands

Located in Frontenac Islands, this cottage is on the waterfront. Glen Lawrence Golf Club and Colonnade Golf and Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Ontario and Grass Creek Park. Take time off to check out the winery tours and health/beauty spa in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking nearby.
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Gananoque, ON

What's nearby

  • Gananoque Municipal Marina - 41 min drive
  • Confederation Park - 41 min drive
  • Thousand Islands OLG Charity Casino - 42 min drive
  • Gananoque Boat Line - 42 min drive
  • Thousand Islands Playhouse - 42 min drive

Getting around

  • Gananoque Station - 66 min drive
  • Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 43 min drive
  • The Old English Pub - 41 min drive
  • Maverick - 41 min drive
  • Riva - 40 min drive
  • Stone Water Irish Pub - 42 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Cathy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
No hot water.
We loved the location but too many buildings feeding off same solar panels. Power was spotty at best, generator very noisy and adjacent to cottage we were in. We had NO hot water for 3 days with no communication by owner from initial advice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Celine L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Pour ceux qui aiment un endroit près du fleuve et qui s’accommodent d’un confort rudimentaire …
Nous recherchions un chalet près d’un cours d’eau et séjourner sur une île nous a attirés.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
Off the start, Courtney was so quick to respond to any questions I had prior to booking. She went out of her way to make sure we were comfortable with everything. Courtney and Chris were both very welcoming when we arrived. One of the first things we noticed was how clean the cottage was. It had everything we needed in terms of dishes and the bed was very comfortable. There are also fans in every room, which was great for me who hates being hot. It is located on Howe Island, which makes it a nice cottage getaway, but also close enough to Kingston and Gananoque for easy access to museums and restaurants. You do have to take a ferry to get to the island, but they run quite frequently so we never had issues. Unfortunately their boat wasn't working when we were there, so we couldn't take advantage of their offer to take us around. We were also there in May, so a little cold for us to take advantage of the nearby water for a swim. The dogs and cats that live there are very friendly and was a highlight for our 19 month old son. The cottage is on a property with the owners' home and a couple of other cottages. So, if you are looking for something very isolated and private, this wouldn't be it. However, Courtney and Chris are not intrusive at all, and we always enjoyed chatting with them when we saw them. If we ever needed anything, Courtney was very quick to bring it over. Their son would also build our fire every night, which was great! Overall we had a great experience and look forward to going back when we have a chance!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shasta L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING TIME
I can't say enough good things about this place. And the owners are TOP SHELF! We loved our stay so much that we are planning another trip in the Fall with friends. This time we went with our kids and they also loved the experience. Its quiet, its like you're on your own private island! You take a 3 car ferry to and from the island, it was quick and the longest wait was maybe 5 minutes. Cant wait to go back !!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Great stay Owners were amazing perfect spot if you want to relax go fishing very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

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