Cabin

The Naturalist

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A wooden dock with a red chair and a rowboat.
A wooden cabin with a front door, a window, and a small porch with steps.
A calm lake with a forested island and clear reflections.
A bed with a blue and white striped bedspread, pink pillows, and a brown furry blanket. There is a red blanket with "OUTFITTE" on it, a vase with flowers, and a plaid curtain.
A wooden deck with a water feature, a black control box, and a stone structure.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Accommodating 2 guests, this cabin features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. It offers water sports and adventure activities, including motorboating, game walks, and fishing. Located in a rural area, it is pet-friendly and close to attractions like FVLCC Private Beach and Kennebec Hall.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Firepit

Explore the area

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Arden, ON
  • Place, Bull Lake
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Sharbot Lake Provincial Park
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Bon Echo Provincial Park
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Outdoor shower

About this property

The Naturalist

The perfect glamping experience! Enjoy all the outdoors have to offer with minimal set up! Your comfortable Bunkie, complete with double bed, is just steps away from your private Bon fire pit. Visit our shared sauna and cold plunge for some R&R. Enjoy the trails on the property, or head down the road to the lake. Or, if you want to go a bit farther, we are well located to visit Bon Echo, Sharbot Lake, Perth and more!

Take a rest near our beaver pond on the property or head a few minutes down the road and visit beautiful Bull Lake for a swim or a paddle, canoes are available for rent at our main house.

On your site you will find a private outhouse, an outdoor shower with an on demand water heater, a fire pit and picnic table. If you are looking for a more traditional bathroom experience, a few steps down the road you will find our shared washroom building.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 20

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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9600962
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

About the area

Central Frontenac

Located in Central Frontenac, this cabin is in a rural area. Lennox and Addington Dark Sky Viewing Area and Bon Echo Provincial Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sharbot Lake Provincial Park and Bull Lake. Kayaking, power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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Arden, ON

What's nearby

  • Bull Lake - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Big Clear Lake - 15 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Lennox and Addington Dark Sky Viewing Area - 26 min drive - 31.8 km
  • Sharbot Lake Provincial Park - 29 min drive - 35.6 km
  • Bon Echo Provincial Park - 43 min drive - 55.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Arden Legion - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Square Boy Pizza - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪D's Cottage - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Naturalist pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Naturalist?

As of 17 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Naturalist on 20 Sept 2026 start from AU$320, 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 The Naturalist?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Naturalist?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Naturalist?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Naturalist located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Bull Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Kennebec Hall and Cedar Lake. Big Clear Lake is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Lauren Burns

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