A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Garage parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Balcony
Explore the area
Port Franks, ON
Sand Hills Golf Resort
Place, Sand Hills Golf Resort
5 min drive
Pinery Provincial Park
Place, Pinery Provincial Park
7 min drive
Ipperwash Beach
Place, Ipperwash Beach
13 min drive
Sarnia, ON (YZR-Chris Hadfield)
Airport, Sarnia, ON (YZR-Chris Hadfield)
45 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds
Bedroom 7
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Lower Level Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Upper Level Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Port Franks Family Reunion Cottage
This spacious home we call The Cove, has two full levels with lots of spaces to relax, enjoy videos, games, books or conversation. We rent to family groups only. If soaring pines, a backyard swing, a play zone for kids and a cozy fire pit are important to you, then you have found one of the top repeat destinations in Port Franks! We have wifi, over 100 movies, and a shelf filled top to bottom with games and Lego. Enjoy meals on an outer deck or spacious dining area. Spend your afternoons catching some rays on the deck, or enjoying a book nestled in front of the fireplace.
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: primary renter must be 25 or older, no smoking, no parties or events, no pets.
This is a spacious, quiet use family cottage. We do not rent to groups of peers who are looking for a party place. We have had many folk return to the cottage because of its size, amenities, cleanliness and location. We ask that you tell us a little about yourselves before booking. Also, note that guests are to provide their own linens and towels.
Note also that Garage Loft (sleeps 5) is available at $100 per night for the duration of the booking and Bunkie (sleeps 3) is available at $65 per night. These are Optional Add Ons.
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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
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
About the area
Port Franks
Located in Lambton Shores, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pinery Provincial Park and Lake Huron. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Grand Bend Motorplex, or consider a night out at Huron Country Playhouse. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
Ipperwash Provincial Park - 12 min drive - 12.9 km
Ipperwash Beach - 13 min drive - 14.3 km
Kettle and Stony Point First Nation Administration - 13 min drive - 15.1 km
Getting around
Sarnia, ON (YZR-Chris Hadfield) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Grog's Pub & Grill - 9 min drive
Ipperwash Beach Club - 13 min drive
Lizzy’s Country Catering & Cafe - 14 min drive
Rob's Fresh Cut Fries - 17 min drive
Khaos Artisan Kitchen - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Port Franks Family Reunion Cottage pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Port Franks Family Reunion Cottage?
As of 15 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Port Franks Family Reunion Cottage on 22 Oct 2026 start from AU$1,337, 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 Port Franks Family Reunion Cottage?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Port Franks Family Reunion Cottage?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Port Franks Family Reunion Cottage?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Port Franks Family Reunion Cottage located?
This family-friendly Lambton Shores holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Huron and Pinery Provincial Park. Sand Hills Golf Resort is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We thoroughly enjoyed the property, local beach and trails, and overall ambience. Thanks Ross and Sandy.
Evan W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2025
We love it when families from afar can get together as Evan and Olivia did. Often we have three generations enjoying the space and area together. Great guests!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
5 Jan 2020
Very good
This property was great. It had everything I expected and was exactly as I thought it would be. I would recommend this property to others and I would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2023
It was great having Sherri and her family at our cottage. We always love it when families can be together!
Our family of 3 generations stayed at The Cove for 5 nights in Aug 2025. It was everything we needed, sleeping for 10 a long table for meals and a nice deck off the family room. The beach was a 3 block walk and the wagon helped bring little ones and accessories back and forth. We had a camp fire in the fire pit and the kids played on the play set. We made a trip to the strip in Grand Bend, played golf at Sand Hills and enjoyed pizza from Grogs. Thanks to Ross and Sandy we enjoyed our stay at your cottage!
Our whole family Mom, Dad, three adult children and partners plus three grandchildren gathered at the Cove for a week. The weather was perfect for spending time at the beach which was about a 10 min walk. Port Franks is perfect for little ones, Sandy and very shallow area for safety and easy assess to the water. Ross and Sandy’s spot had everything we needed with the number of bedrooms to accommodate our family. A great deck off the living room where we ate most of our meals. Would recommend this cottage for a great family vacation.
Our family had a great time at this cottage. The cottage is very clean and had lots of things to keep the kids occupied. Our kids loved the Lego, board games, and playground set in the backyard. Ross was very responsive and kept in close contact with us. It was important to Ross that we had a great time.
It’s a short walk to a family friendly beach with plenty of space for everyone. The neighbourhood is very quiet and peaceful.
Daniel M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2022
Dan and family were great guests. We love it when three generations can be together getting time together. They took good care of the cottage and were super accommodating with an appliance repair that we had to schedule in.
Our children, grandchildren and us spent a fantastic vacation together at the Cove. The cottage is situated in a quiet, peaceful neighborhood and its facilities lend well to multigenerational families. The short walk to the family friendly beach provided great opportunities to enjoy beautiful sunsets and the beauty of Lake Huron. Our family loved the homey feeling of the cottage. We appreciated the layout of the dining room where we could eat together as a family or also step out onto the upper deck to enjoy time together. Lots of activities were available for various ages. The campfire pit made for relaxing evenings. Our host, Ross, was quick to address any specific requests for our group and to answer any questions we might have. We would highly recommend the Cove for a family retreat!
A great space! Large rooms, easy access to a beautiful, calm lake, and plenty of “things” available for whatever we needed. We loved the extra long table, hidden chess game, and upstairs deck. Thanks for a great week!
A short walk to a great beach. We had a great time connecting with family. Well stocked with games and books. Lots of room for everyone to have their own space. Ross responded quickly to any questions. All in all a great week!
Brian F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2023
Brian and family were great guests at our cottage! We love it when families can come and get time together to enjoy God's creation!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
5 Jan 2020
Great cottage in a splendid location
This has been one of the loveliest weeks we spent on the Shores of Lake Huron and The Cove along with its owners made our time spent here wonderful. The expansive, well stocked, clean and well situated cottage was a very pleasant surprise. We would go back anytime.
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2023
We always love it when families can be together and enjoy our cottage!
About the host
Hosted by Ross
We're Ross & Sandy from London, ON and we love hosting people at our family cottage because we know creating family memories is an essential part of family life, and where better on earth to do that than in cottage country? We love it when three generation groups can be together for relaxed time to connect, play and rest.
Why they chose this property
Living in London for almost 40 years now, our family has always loved trips to Lake Huron. I have always had my eye on Port Franks, because I love that it's only 45 minutes from home.
Check us out on IG at @thecoveportfranks for more photos of The Cove, and the Port Franks area to see why we love it so much!
What makes this property unique
The loaded games/Lego shelf! We are walkable to beach in a private shaded corner lot with a play area for children and lots of room to spread out. We also have an optional Loft (sleeps 5) and optional Bunkie (sleeps 2-3) which can be added to a booking.