Located in Merrickville-Wolford, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Heritage House Museum and Smiths Falls Combined Lockstation are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Victoria Park Campground and Victoria Park Campground. Mrs. McGarrigle's Fine Food Shop and Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
Mrs. McGarrigle's Fine Food Shop - 7 min drive - 4.1 km
Judith Moore Gallery - 7 min drive - 4.1 km
Blockhouse Museum - 8 min drive - 4.4 km
Rideau Canal Visitor Information Center - 25 min drive - 26.5 km
Big Rideau Lake - 25 min drive - 26.5 km
Getting around
Smiths Falls Station - 25 min drive
Ogdensburg, NY (OGS-Ogdensburg Intl.) - 58 min drive
Restaurants
The Goose and Gridiron Restaurant & Pub - 7 min drive
The Village Bean - 7 min drive
Iron Forge Pizza - 6 min drive
Yellow canoe - 7 min drive
Baldachin Inn - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cozy Riverfront Cottage by Rideau River pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Riverfront Cottage by Rideau River?
As of 28 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Riverfront Cottage by Rideau River on 4 Nov 2026 start from AU$1,076, 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 Cozy Riverfront Cottage by Rideau River?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cozy Riverfront Cottage by Rideau River?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cozy Riverfront Cottage by Rideau River?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Cozy Riverfront Cottage by Rideau River located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Rideau Canal and within 3 miles (5 km) of Judith Moore Gallery and Mrs. McGarrigle's Fine Food Shop. Blockhouse Museum is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.
Reviews
4.6
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Very cold, no heat. Everything was beautiful but should not be listed for any type of cold weather. The space heaters provided were insufficient and the lack of heat detracted from the overall property experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Henry I.
4 Aug 2023
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
A Disappointment
Poorly maintained. Had trouble u nlocking & opening front door upon arrival. Neighbour helped. Doors do not fit properly. Decking, sidings peeling & holes. Ants in kitchen.
Cover on BBQ does not fit properly. Could not do any fishing due to weeds but told i could. Picture in listing disheaving. Pool table shown but no cues or balls. Chairs very uncomfortable. Linens old & smelled. Wife had to wash them all. The humidifier was on & started to leak so i had to fix by hand as no tools.No instructions on TV, etc. Merrickville & area is very nice so we visited/ site seeing. lot. We were glad to get home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Dawn F.
26 July 2025
Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Great Potential; Unfortunately Disappointing Experience.
The following summarizes our stay, but we have attached as a "photo" a more complete review detailing our concerns. The cottage has great potential—spacious layout, comfortable beds, lovely views, and a convenient location near Merrickville—but our stay was disappointing due to poor communication and several maintenance issues. Before posting this review, we reached out to the host with our concerns and requested a partial refund, noting we would share their response if they acknowledged the issues. Unfortunately, we received no reply, which reflects the communication challenges we experienced from the start.Check-in was delayed; we arrived two hours after the scheduled time, but the cottage was still being cleaned and the lawn mowed. Key amenities were either missing or non-functional: no working oven, fridge/freezer issues, patio doors without screens, and a back toilet that required manual adjustments after each flush. Basic supplies like toilet paper weren’t stocked, and the outdoor furniture lacked cushions, making it unusable until we improvised.While Dorothy and Syd did a great job with cleaning and property care, we expected a higher level of maintenance and service for the price paid. With better communication and attention to detail, this could be a wonderful rental, but as it stands, we cannot recommend it.