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Your Home Away From Home

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living room
Exterior
Huge backyard
Two NEW Webber Grills
one charcoal and one gas
Our Climber on site
SLIDE INTO SUMMER

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Perth, ON
  • Murphys Point Provincial Park
  • Perth Museum
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Stewart Park
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Garden View

1 Queen Bed

Kids Room

2 Single Beds

Loft

1 Double Futon

Master Lake View

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom Main Floor

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Bathroom Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Your Home Away From Home

Rideau Retreat is located on the Big Rideau Lake this cottage is the perfect area for snowshoeing, ice fishing, boating, walking, running, cycling, canoeing, kayaking, fishing.
This beautiful log home was built in 2014. It is a 1 hour and 15 minutes drive from Ottawa.
Enjoy beautiful family fires right on the water with your loved ones.
When I think about this home I think about having my morning coffee on the patio listening to the birds, watching the deer, and going for a morning kayak on the historical Big Rideau Lake.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 4 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Drummond-North Elmsley

Located in Drummond-North Elmsley, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Port Elmsley Drive-In Theatre and Full Circle Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lombard Glen Golf and Country Club and Perth Golf Course. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Perth, ON

What's nearby

  • Big Rideau Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Full Circle Theatre - 14 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Perth Museum - 15 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Stewart Park - 15 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Temple’s Sugar Bush - 39 min drive - 36.9 km

Getting around

  • Smiths Falls Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪CC's on the Rideau - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪North Folk Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Red Fox Restaurant Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Hideaway - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your Home Away From Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Your Home Away From Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Your Home Away From Home located?

This family-friendly Drummond-North Elmsley holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Big Rideau Lake and Rideau Canal. Otty Lake is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Shannon Al

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I am from Ottawa and I love being outside and making memories at Rideau Retreat! Ask me anything. I love giving guests all the special things to do during their stay. I love meeting new guests from all around the world.

Why they chose this property

I love the water and being by the water. The big Rideau has so much to offer. From Boating, Kayaking, Hikes, Swimming and more! I love being outside and close to Perth Ontario for shopping, nigh life, and entertainment.

What makes this property unique

The Log is truly magical and something to experience.

Languages:

English, Arabic

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests