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Winner of 'Residential Wood Design Award 2013'

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Lake
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10538.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Haliburton, ON
  • Place, Kennisis Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Haliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Sir Sam's Ski / Ride
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Winner of 'Residential Wood Design Award 2013'

Awarded best Residential Wood Design Award in Ontario for 2013. Stunning architectural design with 30 ft beamed ceilings, wood floors, stone accent walls and floor to ceiling windows capture the amazing SW/E views of Kennisis lake. The kitchen is equipped for a gourmet chef with both a kitchen eating and a formal dining area. The outside living spaces have been carefully designed for maximum entertainment with a built in state of the Art Argentine Coal Grill, wood oven pizza, sunken hot tub, a built in campfire area, all furnished with luxurious patio furniture, outdoor kitchen with sink, beverage fridge and bar stools. For those wanting a quick BBQ grill, a gas Webber BBQ is available. The grounds are beautifully landscaped which includes a private outdoor jungle gym and sand box area for the little ones.

Bedroom and Bathrooms:
4 + loft Bedrooms and 3 Bathrooms: 1 King Size bed master bathroom with en-suite, 2 Queen size guest bedrooms with sharing bathroom, 1 children's room with 2 bunk beds, Kids TV loft area, Office area next to Master bedroom, Kitchen, Dining room, Living Room, TV Room, extra guest bathroom with shower. Maximum occupancy: 6 adults and 4 children

Amenities:
Indoors: Kitchen features Miele & Subzero appliances- double oven, gas stovetop, refrigerator/freezer with pull out drawers, microwave, beverage fridge, wine fridge, dishwasher, built in coffee machine. Laundry and food pantry. Living / dining area has 2 sided fireplace, 2 seating areas - one with satellite tv., phone, highspeed internet throughout the cottage, wii. Ping-pong table. Central Air Conditioning.

Outdoors: Hot tub, Wood Oven Pizza, Coal BBQ, Gas BBQ, Patio furniture, Dock, Swim Raft, Camp fire site, Children's Kayaks, Adult Canoe, Children's jungle gym swing set, sandbox.

**All reservations are required to sign a separate rental contract, following any online booking. Failure to return the agreement within 1 week could result in the cancellation of the booking. Thank you for your understanding. ***

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Amenities

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Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Travelers who cancel at least 90 days before check in will get 100% of the amount they have paid. No refund issued after that point.
All outdoor use of any sports equipment, seating area and use of BBQ are put back to its original state, and BBQ cleaned. NO food left in or outdoor
All bed linen need to be stripped from beds  All bath towels to be left in the laundry area Dishes need to be cleaned and put away from dishwasher

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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dysart et al

Located in Dysart et al, this holiday home is on a lake. Haliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve and Moon Shadows Estate Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kennisis Lake and Frost Centre. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Haliburton, ON

What's nearby

  • Kennisis Lake - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Haliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve - 27 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Haliburton Highlands Museum - 57 min drive - 44.0 km
  • Sir Sam's Ski / Ride - 58 min drive - 42.9 km
  • Haliburton Sculpture Forest - 59 min drive - 44.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Wright Cottage Deck - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Dunnes Pavillion In Haliburton - ‬69 min drive
  • ‪Davey's Cottage - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪The Garden Party - ‬71 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Winner of 'Residential Wood Design Award 2013' pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Winner of 'Residential Wood Design Award 2013'?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Winner of 'Residential Wood Design Award 2013'?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Winner of 'Residential Wood Design Award 2013' located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly holiday home is 9.9 mi (16 km) from Haliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve and 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from Kennisis Lake. Haliburton Sculpture Forest and Haliburton Rail Trail are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

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

Wonderful stay

Beautiful property, very well maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheena G.

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

Wonderful Kennisis Lake

We were 3 generations staying on Kennisis Lake and we had a fun filled week at La Serena. We enjoyed the accommodation, the lake and nearby hiking and biking. The hot tub, table tennis, outdoor pizza oven and wood grill were add bonus.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oga O.

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

Amazing property and great host

We had a wonderful 9 day stay at this beautiful property. The cottage design and layout are very unique. It is built and equipped with high quality material, appliances and furnishings. We loved every aspect of it, including its location within a very quiet bay, surrounded by many trees and lush plants, offering a distinct privacy and relaxing vibe. The outdoor amenities are excellent. The cottage is extremely clean and well maintained. Monica is a great host. She was always available to answer all our questions, provide very helpful information and direction. All instructions she provided us were very precise and clear. We hope to be back very soon!!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shae-Lynn R.

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

Incredible Vacation

This property has everything you can possibly imagine and more to offer. From the little children's park, to the outdoor grill and pizza oven to the water trampoline and kayaking across the lake. We also rented a boat for the week for tubing and wakeboarding and the lake was perfect. The house is spacious, well-thought out in terms of flow and design and the finishes, millwork and furniture all provide for a calming, relaxed vacation. The kitchen has everything and more if you are foodie. We had a wonderful vacation and will definitely try to rent again in the future.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

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

Truly wonderful experience

This cottage is a really wonderful place on an incredibly special lake. We were very sad to say goodbye. Monica was very professional and easy to deal with and helped us every step of the way even from quite a distance. We were truly spoiled for any future holiday. Thank you very much for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

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

Stayed for two weeks in Aug

From the start to the finish of our vacation we were blown away! This cottage has everything! First off the architecture is stunning. The pictures don't even do it justice. I can't imagine how much planning, ingenuity and vision went into the design. Everyone who visited us was blown away as they walked through the approx 11 foot front doors. It is so airy and fresh in the cottage. The lighting package is second to none. the windows everywhere afford beautiful views. Very child friendly. The beds were so comfortable and everything was modern and up to date. The majority of all the furniture is from Restoration hardware along with all the bed and bath linens. This owner didn't spare any expense. The cooking area is something of a chef's dream, I love to cook so we tried the Parillia grill a number of times, pizza oven, the WOLF griddle. The fridge is something to covet, it is now on my bucket list! Loads of storage room for food, clothes and guests items. Fans in every room but the airconditioning works well and may not be even necessary. The dock is not made of wood so it won't give you slivers, the sun shines all day long because of the direction the cottage is facing and the sky in Haliburton is pink most nights in the summer. All I can say is this cottage exceeded our expectations and our guest's in everyway possible. This will be a vacation rental you remember for ever! And dream of going back to!

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

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

Amazing property

Wonderful place to stay. Nestled in a little bay, great outdoor areas for all types of activities, five star amenities, lovely hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Trudy P., Scottsdale, AZ USA

Perfect in every way!

When I saw this amazing home on VRBO I was skeptical wondering could it really be as nice as described etc...? After emailing with the owner, Monica I felt confident that it indeed it was as represented, but to my complete joy the photos and description didn't hold a candle to being there in person and see what a treasure this place truly was! It was so much fun walking into La Serena and collectively all saying WOW this is amazing!! What a spectacular home, location and view!! This truly made our trip up from South Carolina & Arizona all worth it! This is one truly gorgeous home! Immaculate, along with all the most luxurious bathrooms, towels and linens and don't even get me started on the heavenly beds! We thoroughly enjoyed and used ALL the wonderful sitting areas from the outside dining to sipping drinks at the hot tub while the pizza cooked in the pizza oven! Evenings rounded out at the fire pit under star filled skies! Each morning we all were eager to wake early to see the mist across the water while sipping coffee on the dock! During our week stay we only ventured off property twice to grocery shop and visit the Wolf Sanctuary (highly recommmend), since we were more than happy to just stay "home". So much to do and enjoy from the water trampoline, canoe, kayaks etc. Thankfully they had treated for mosquitos which were out in full force as soon as we left the property but never bothered us at all at La Serena! From early morning through late evenings at the fire pit no bites at all! Amazing!! Our group LOVED La Serena and definitely look forward to staying here again! It was the perfect place for our little reunion! La Serena was beyond our expectations and we would happily highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peter N.

Absolute Serenity

After looking long and hard for a vacation rental we came across this magnificent home. From upon arrival to our departure we were in love with the soaring ceilings, the tranquil setting, and all of the amenities this home has to offer. We made every effort to utilize all of the home's features including the outdoor Argentine BBQ and Pizza Oven which were an absolute treat. Our group had three little ones and they loved the outdoor playground and the upstairs playroom which was well stocked with toys, movies, bean bag chairs, etc. The adults loved our early mornings sipping coffee and cappuccinos while admiring the views of the lake that every location in the house provides. We brought our own large kayaks and a fishing boat and thoroughly enjoyed lake Kennisis which was absolutely stunning in early October as the leaves turned showing brilliant oranges and reds as far as you could see. Finally, I must compliment Monica for her almost immediate responses to any questions or concerns that we had. She was an excellent host and we look forward to returning in the near future to this magical place.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lynn F.

Heaven on earth!

This place was more than we expected. We anticipated a luxurious get-away, but it exceeded our expectations. Loved every ounce of the space. I am a Holistic Nutritionist and LOVE to cook, so was thrilled to see such a beautiful (and beautifully stocked kitchen). The outdoor space was spectacular... and the weather cool enough to enjoy the magnificent bon-fire area. Beds were super comfortable. Bathrooms very boutique-hotel-esque. Incredible dining room to gather around. {The dock area is a wee bit small - not a flaw at all, but for those that want to spend alot of time at the water, the square footage is a bit lacking.} Overall, YES, we would go back. And are so thankful for having found Le Serena.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karl G.

Beautiful property

The cottage was great! Very large and amazing design. All appliances and finishes are high-end. Would recommend to anyone looking for a luxury cottage. The owners are also very friendly and helpful.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maite P., Zurich

Unforgettable experience. We shall return!

From the moment we arrived until the very last day we had a wonderful time. The cottage itself allows you all the privacy in the world. We came from Switzerland and it was our very first time in Canada. The scenery around the cottage, the silky waters of the lake, the peace and quiet, the hummingbirds in the morning when I had my tea outside, the deck by the water, the high standards of the cottage itself , the amazing Argentinian BBQ, the overall feeling of space and last but not least, the attention to detail the owners have and the quick response upon being asked a question, made a really great experience for all of us in the family.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tanya R.

Stunning.

We had an unbelievable stay at La Serena. From the moment we arrived we were blown away. Everything was high end and family friendly. Our kids loved the kayaks, trampoline and magic carpet, which led to hours of fun even in the rain. The inside of the house was thoughtfully and beautifully designed with many areas for both the kids and adults to relax and have fun. Beautiful decor, comfortable beds and a super well equipped kitchen. Many seating areas outside to enjoy the gorgeous view and quiet lake. We are already planning our next trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

cindy n., Toronto

Beautiful Cottage

The cottage is absolutely stunning with soaring ceilings and high end finishes. They did a fabulous job desgining and decorating this cottage. We loved everything about the property. It was private (ie: could not see/hear any neighbours) and there were not a lot of boats zipping by on the lake. It was just so peaceful sitting on the dock enjoying the view. As well, Monica was also very easy to deal with and she responds right away. The kids had a great time and can’t wait to go back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Luxurious home away from home

This was a beautiful and extremely well appointed property. The owners clearly spared no expense in ensuring that virtually every detail was taken care of. The home itself is enormous; soaring ceilings, huge windows with views of the lake and the forest, unique open plan layout that is extremely comfortable and functional. The kitchen has everything that even a professional chef might need, including extremely high end gas stove, two ovens (one convection and one conventional), a massive fridge and freezer, every kind of kitchen tool that one might need, and a wonderful built in Miele coffee maker (it makes everything from brewed coffee to cappuccino at the touch of a button), Weber barbeque and an outdoor wood fired pizza oven. There are two televisions in different parts of the home, satellite TV, apple TV and even Nintendo Wii! There's a great children's playground on the property, a great hot tub and a dock that is perfect for diving and swimming in the lake. The property is also well isolated from the neighbours, which offers excellent privacy. The only downsides were the mosquitoes (unavoidable at this time of the year, though the owners provided numerous anti-mosquito tools, including little electrified rackets) and the plastic sheets on the beds (I think that they are there to prevent bedbugs, but they are sort of uncomfortable to sleep on). Overall, we had an excellent time and would highly recommend staying at this beautiful property.

About the host

Hosted by Monica Belan

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After many years of careful design and construction, La Serena was finally finished in 2012. Being a family of 5 and living overseas, each interior and exterior space was designed to meet the needs of all ages. Our goal was to design a cottage that could bring all family and friends together in one place and to be able to entertain our guests in a unique and above all, in a relaxing environment. It is place where we have created long lasting memories in our 'home' country, Canada

Why they chose this property

It is clear once on site, why this property was chosen!

What makes this property unique

The landscape, unique architectural design, breathtaking views, and carefully designed outdoor BBQ entertainment area makes La Serena one of a kind.

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