Fernbrae Retreat at Chaffey’s Lock

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Water view

Check out the area

Chaffeys Lock Elgin, ON

Rideau Canal1 min walk
Indian Lake13 min walk
Rideau Canal17 min drive
Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers)70 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1

1 King Bed

2

1 Queen Bed

3

1 Queen Bed

4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Main floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Newly renovated House originally built in the 1800’s by the town Miller. Frenbrae has all of the charm with the must have upgrades. It features two completely renovated bathrooms and a beautifully renovated kitchen. The Dinning Room over looks the Locks and the table can seat 10 comfortably and has a Wine Fridge. The Dinning Room still has the original windows from the wrap around porch. Fernbrae was once owned by the Opinicon Inn at that time it was used as a B&B. The three bedrooms upstairs are spacious with a seating area, to curl up and read or just relax. The Main floor bedroom has a King Bed.
‘Fernbrae’ is a beautifully restored Centurion (Circa 1895) Nestled in a unique location in the tiny community of ‘Chaffey’s Lock’, part of the Unesco World Heritage - Rideau Canal. You constantly hear the beautiful sound of waterfalls as they are right in front of the property. The southern doors of the lock lead you directly to Opinicon lake and through to Sand lake and on as far as Kingston. The north doors take you on a short journey up the Canal and to Clear lake and beyond as far as Ottawa!
The Catarqui Trail; a multi use trail, runs through Chaffey’s Lock. One could literally walk, cycle, ski, snowmobile for hours as the trail goes for more than 100 miles!
It’s easy to lose yourself in the in the peaceful serenity of the Rideau Canal but shopping and dining etc are near by. You can walk to the Opinicon Inn, featuring two restaurants and an Ice Cream shop.
The Rideau Lakes Town of Westport, and village of Newboro are just a short drive away and offer several restaurants and ,unique to the area, stores to pass an afternoon or two. Westport even has a beautifully scenic winery that, as well as world class wine offers delicious wood fired Pizza right in the winery!
Cyclist, Motorcycle enthusiasts, sports car owners will love the winding twisty paved road that is the Opinicon road.
Boat rentals, canal tours, fantastic fishing are just some of the features of this area. But if just sitting back and enjoying the serenity of rushing water and peaceful surroundings is your thing then you could not pick a better place than Fernbrae ~Welcome~

Property manager

Kimberly Watling

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Water view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 28

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

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 first aid kit

About the area

Rideau Lakes

Located in Rideau Lakes, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Rideau Lakes Golf and Country Club and Westport Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Foley Mountain Conservation Area and Charleston Lake Provincial Park. Kilborn's on the Rideau and Westport Community Arena are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Chaffeys Lock Elgin, ON

What's nearby

Rideau Canal - 1 min walk
Indian Lake - 13 min walk
Kilborn's on the Rideau - 16 min drive
Rideau Canal - 17 min drive
Westport Sand Lake Beach - 25 min drive

Getting around

Gananoque Station - 37 min drive
Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

Stage Coach Inn - 16 min drive
Kenney's Hotel&Restaurant - 22 min drive
Stage Coach Inn - 16 min drive
Kelly R J - 16 min drive
Nana B's Bakery - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fernbrae Retreat at Chaffey’s Lock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fernbrae Retreat at Chaffey’s Lock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fernbrae Retreat at Chaffey’s Lock?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fernbrae Retreat at Chaffey’s Lock located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Rideau Canal and Indian Lake. Kilborn's on the Rideau and Big Rideau Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Teresa A.

24 Sept 2023

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

Little piece of heaven

We had a nice little getaway with my elderly parents and sister’s family. The downstairs bedroom was perfect for our needs. We thoroughly enjoyed the cottage as it was nestled in it’s own little piece of heaven. Thanks for the lovely setting for making some family memories.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia S.

26 Aug 2023

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

Quaint little house

We spent 3 nights at Fernbrae, traveling the Rideau during the day. The home is old but lovely, and decorated with care. We were pleased with both the location and the accommodation.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

22 Aug 2023

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

A retreat, indeed!

My husband and I stayed at the Fernbrae Retreat for a last minute fishing trip! He was hesitant because it didn’t have a dock but we managed to rent a slip at Browns Marina and we had the best of both worlds! Kim and Bill were perfect hosts! Communication was prompt and clear. The cottage was a dream! Everything we could ever want or need was there. The location was perfect! We loved to sit by the fire at night listening to the sound of the rushing water nearby! And the neighbors were lovely and incredibly welcoming! We felt right at home! We will be back! Thank you Kim and Bill for a fantastic getaway!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

19 Aug 2023

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

The Rideau Lakes at its best!

We had a family reunion to celebrate my parents’ 70th anniversary. Fernbrae was perfect! The location: Nice walking (e.g., the Cataraqui Trail, very close by) for my sisters and I, while my parents enjoyed strolling down to watch activity at the locks. We had their anniversary dinner at the Opinicon Hotel across the locks - thumbs up there, it’s been fixed up beautifully. The house: nicely furnished, the kitchen very well equipped, beautiful patio area. Fit our needs to a tee! Kim was a pleasure to deal with, and she and Bill nicely stopped by to introduce themselves and congratulate my parents. This one is 5 stars all round!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

betty b.

18 Aug 2023

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

Fernbrae Escape

Hello Kim and Bill, We had a wonderful stay at Fernbrae! Just unpacking now and realized that we brought home the guest book. Will send that back in the mail ASAP!. Huge thanks, Betty and all.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kimberly Watling

Recently retired and working harder then ever. We share our lives with three adult children, two dogs and a Grandchild.

Why they chose this property

Fernbrae is a beautiful old cottage with lots to offer. Newly renovated with the charm of yesteryear. She’s easy to fall for, we did. I hope you do too.

What makes this property unique

Fernbrae Cottage overlooks “Chaffey’s Lock” which is situated on the Rideau Canal system. Both a UNESCO World Heritage Site and National Site of Canada.
It connects Ottawa to the St. Lawrence River near Kingston ON. The Rideau is 202 kilometres long. It is one of the oldest continuously operated canals in North America. Out of the 47 Locks on the canal, 24 are still hand operated. Lock 37 “Chaffey’s Lock” is one of theses.