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♡Cozy Escape Farmhouse♡
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 4
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Explore the area

Gananoque, ON
- Thousand Islands OLG Charity Casino42 min drive
- Gananoque Boat Line42 min drive
- Thousand Islands Playhouse42 min drive
- Alexandria Bay, NY (AXB-Maxson Airfield)81 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
♡Cozy Escape Farmhouse♡
♡ 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! Your tranquil cottage awaits. This charming space is bright & airy for your family's stay♡
Please read the description, as it has been written to help set expectations...or at least read the big bullet points ;)
●We have chickens, rabbits & a rooster next door.
● There is no Wi-Fi in the cottage. Well, it's not reliable. If that's a deal-breaker though, fret not, as there is Wi-Fi at the waterfront with a patio & table/chairs (my family lives here at the waterfront property just ahead).
● There is no TV.
● We live on-site with 2 friendly, off-leash dogs. No, you can't bring your dog.
● Bring water to drink (the water here is from a well; it's fine for dishes & showering).
● 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.
▪︎Well-appointed & stylish, this home-away from-home invites you in to relax.
▪︎Live like a local!
▪︎ Curl up with a book or play a board game (remember those?)
▪︎2 CUTE bedrooms with 3 beds (1 full & 2 twins) combined, located upstairs. The bed linens are provided.
▪︎Bringing a baby? A Pack'n'Play (playpen) may be available if needed; just ask!
▪︎Listen to the birds sing on the balcony off the front bedroom with a small table & 2 chairs.
▪︎Pack light! 2 full bathrooms with 1 towel & washcloth/person, complimentary shampoo, conditioner & handcrafted body bars are provided for your convenience.
▪︎Enjoy cooking your meals in a small but full galley kitchen, equipped with gas stove & eating nook.
▪︎The barbeque is just a short dash away through sliding doors from the kitchen. We provide the propane :)
▪︎Chill out after a fun day in the sun! Grab a drink & gaze at the countless stars from a Muskoka chair at the fire pit (with FREE firewood!) in your front yard.
■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■
▪︎Did you know that the 1000 Islands are a world renowned UNESCO heritage site?
▪︎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■
▪︎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 is not waterfront but shares waterfront space. The volleyball court is shared among guests as well.
☆Located on an island serviced by two 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 4 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.
♡ Relax. Play. Enjoy.♡
Property located on Howe Island across from Gananoque
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: not suitable for infants under 2, no smoking, no parties or events, no pets.
No smoking in buildings.
Campfires must be out by 11PM.
Parents coming with children under the age of 12 must bring proper fitting life jackets for them.
NO TAMPONS ARE TO BE FLUSHED DOWN THE TOILET.
Property manager
Hideout on Howe Retreat
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Amenities
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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- Free WiFi
- Outdoor space
- Parking available
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
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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Frontenac Islands
Located in Frontenac Islands, this cottage is on the waterfront. Military Communications and Electronics Museum and Sculpture Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Rideau Canal and Kingston Mills. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours and health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.

Gananoque, ON
What's nearby
- Gananoque Municipal Marina - 41 min drive - 31.0 km
- Confederation Park - 41 min drive - 31.1 km
- Thousand Islands OLG Charity Casino - 42 min drive - 31.8 km
- Gananoque Boat Line - 42 min drive - 31.9 km
- Thousand Islands Playhouse - 42 min drive - 32.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 43 min drive
- 1000 Island Charity Casino - 42 min drive
- Riva - 40 min drive
- Subway - 41 min drive
- The Old English Pub - 41 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
7 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rastus K.
15 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eclipse on an island
Rastus K.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
21 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable relaxing and peaceful
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne T.
8 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic location
Suzanne T.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
tania
3 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
tania
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mohan D.
24 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Home away from Home w/ warm family
Mohan D.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nancy H.
26 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Nancy H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
LeaAnne V.
26 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome little getaway!
LeaAnne V.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Andrew P., Prince George
18 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Very nice place offgrid
Andrew P.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joanne R.
11 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location for boat launching to explore the 1000 Islands
Joanne R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andrée L.
6 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully relaxing spot
Andrée L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Craig D.
25 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend!
Craig D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sandra M.
31 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just as described except for the bonus kittens
Sandra M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jackie D.
12 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at Hideout on Howe Island
Jackie D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Wanda O.
7 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely time in 1000 Islands
Wanda O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Nadia C.
27 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation
Nadia C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Lizhen J.
5 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet cozy cottage
Lizhen J.
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8/10 Good
11 Aug 2019
Get away from it all!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
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10/10 Excellent
9 July 2018
An amazing stay with the amazing hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
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