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Cozy Sandy Pines Cottage Suite, right on Lake Huron in a Carolinian Forest,

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Patio Table overlooking Firepit
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 6102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Grand Bend, ON
  • Place, Pinery Provincial Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand Bend Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand Bend Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Sandy Pines Cottage Suite, right on Lake Huron in a Carolinian Forest,

Experience the luxury of Southcott Pines in Grand Bend and experience fabulous lake views, starry-filled skies, moonsets on the lake, the changing colours of the leaves and spectacular sunsets. Sandy Pines Cottage Suite has quickly become a favourite as well as being a romantic cottage getaway. Its two-person Sauna and fireplace make it perfect for celebrating special occasions and honeymoons. Are you looking to getting closer to Nature? Be surrounded by the woods, wake up to birds chirping, go for a morning jog in a privately managed quiet neighbourhood? Enjoy good swimming after bathing in the afternoon sun on a sandy beach? Having a BBQ dinner with family and friends, and then sitting around the fire pit listening to the waves ... Even if you forgot to set up a timer for seeing the sunset. Don't worry, just a 2 min walk and you are already standing on the deck overlooking Lake Huron and watching one of the world's most beautiful sunsets on our private beach... this could be your dream life at Sandy Pines Cottage Suite.
At Sandy Pines cottage life doesn't mean you have to compromise the comfort and convenience of city living. Located in a four season brick house with gas heating, AC, Central Vac, Fibre Internet WiFi with unlimited usage. This 2 Bedroom 1100 sqft self contained Cottage Apartment Suite is equipped with brand new top ranked appliances, including full size Stove, Microwave, Dishwasher, Fridge, Washer and Dryer. It has a roomy washroom, a 9 feet ceiling open concept Great Room where you can enjoy more than 100 TV channels in front of a cozy, electric fireplace, or play foosball games, or have a tête-à-tête conversation at the mini bar...if you think of a therapeutic treatment after a tiring day outing, you can simply setup a session in our Infrared Sauna and listen to your favourite music... it certainly will not only relax your body but also your mind.
The bedrooms are designed for couples with preferences using one bed or separate beds, we have on King Size bed and one Queen size beds and one full size double bed, plus a queen sofa bed in the Great Room to serve your particular needs. All our beddings are well sterilized and maintained to observe high sanitary standards, besides four pillows and a duvet for each bed we provide pillow cases, bed sheets and duvet covers, as well as hand towels and bath towels. However, we strongly recommend you to bring your own coversheets, pillow cases, extra towels and blankets if you feel you might need them.
At Sandy Pines, our guests have their own designated separate entrance, parking and outdoor activity area, where on site there are a Propane BBQ, Fire pit and Adirondack style chairs as well as a Patio Table and chairs and additionally a large Picnic Table. We provide one propane tank as a start up.
A few things to remember when you are packing up for the trip, our well outfitted kitchen comes with a cone drip coffee maker, coffee grinder, tea kettle, toaster, basic cooking ware, plates, cups and cutlery etc. We also provide kitchen linens, but no food and beverages are supplied.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The cottage is on a septic system, only bodily waste materials + toilet paper should be flushed. Sanitary napkins, diapers , paper towels are not
Suite must be left cleaned + tidy. All dishes and cutlery in place Beds neat and stripped . All areas must be clean. Refrigerator empty + clean.
Sweep floors + mop. Minimize garbage + take to bins beside the house

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
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

Grand Bend

Located in Grand Bend, this cottage is in the city centre and on a river. Grand Bend Marina and Dark Horse Estate Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Grand Bend Farmers' Market and Pinery Flea Market. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Grand Bend, ON

What's nearby

  • Pinery Provincial Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Grand Bend Marina - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Grand Bend Farmers' Market - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Grand Bend Beach - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Grand Bend Motorplex - 6 min drive - 6.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Highway Girl - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Playita - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Willie’s Beach Bar - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Sandy Pines Cottage Suite, right on Lake Huron in a Carolinian Forest, pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Sandy Pines Cottage Suite, right on Lake Huron in a Carolinian Forest, ?

As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Sandy Pines Cottage Suite, right on Lake Huron in a Carolinian Forest, on 29 Apr 2026 start from AU$377, 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 Sandy Pines Cottage Suite, right on Lake Huron in a Carolinian Forest, ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Sandy Pines Cottage Suite, right on Lake Huron in a Carolinian Forest, ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Sandy Pines Cottage Suite, right on Lake Huron in a Carolinian Forest, ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Sandy Pines Cottage Suite, right on Lake Huron in a Carolinian Forest, located?

Located in the heart of Grand Bend, this golf cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Huron and Grand Bend Marina. Grand Bend Farmers' Market and Pinery Provincial Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

Family vacation

We book this place for a family vacations and enjoyed our stay. The place was clean, check in was easy, and hosts were quick to respond when we reached out. Location is great, felt like champing with the comfort of your own place. Location is great, enjoyed the nature and private beaches.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2024
Jeff and his family were the most amazing guests. They left the place immaculate, were always pleasant to talk to and respectful of the facilities Their kids were the best behaved aand polite youngsters we have ever encountered, Everything we had to offer in our Forest by the beach location was properly used and appreciated. One could not wish for better guests, they made hosting a real pleasure and we look forward to having them back sooner rather than later.
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10/10 Excellent

Dimitrios M.

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

Nice suite, could use an extra couch to accommodate 5 people. Internet should be upgraded, very slow

Great place to stay upto 4 people. Beach very nice and very short walk from this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2024
Thanks Jimmy, I’m glad you and your group enjoyed your stay and the closeness of the Beach. It would have been good to know that you had problems with the Internet as it is Fibe and actually Hi Speed as all our guests have also commented. If we had known we could have perhaps done some troubleshooting for you. The accommodations are for up to 6 people with 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Full Double as well as the Queen Size Sofa Bed. That has always worked well and it often is used nicely by groups of 6 as the 1100 sqft space is able to fit them in comfortably.
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10/10 Excellent

Olga T.

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

Perfect place for summer vacation

This place is perfect for a summer vacation, located near the beach & in the forest. Very quiet & convenient. We enjoyed a bonfire in the darkness & sauna in a cool evening.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2024
Olga and her family were lovely guests who left the place clean and tidy. It is good to hear they enjoyed the private beach and fort setting. We would be happy to host them again. Thank you for being such good guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ayesha I.

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

Beautiful Stay

We had a great time at this property. Everything was clean and organized and location was prime. Maybe lounge seating could be more if we were to travel with more adults
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thank you for such a wonderful review. It is always rewarding to hear such warm comments and to know that you and your three delightful children and your friend enjoyed Sandy Pines so much. We are happy at all times to hear back from our guest to continuously adapt and add to our Cottage to meet their various needs. 🙂🙏
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10/10 Excellent

Evan Marie A.

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

Excellent Host

We had a wonderful stay in this fun and cozy place. The space is modern, well-decorated, and very clean. We highly enjoyed the indoor sauna and foosball table. Our hosts were very communitive and helpful. We would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
We were so thrilled to get a visit from such a fun group that was so full of laughter that it was a pleasure to host. It is always satisfying when our guests make good use of the onsite facilities and can also enjoy the surrounding environment of Southcott Pines in Grand Bend. We were of course very pleased that the Suite was left nice and clean, making us really look forward to hosting such great guests again. 🙂🙏
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie C.

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

Forest Oasis

If you’re looking for a relaxing vacation in the woods, by the water, with sand between your toes, this is it! Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2023
Leslie, we are so happy to hear that your stay with us was relaxing and a success. It is encouraging to know that we have in some way contributed positively to your stay away from the bustle of the city .You are such a warm family and great guests, quiet and super clean. Thank you for that, it is always a joy to have such wonderful guests. We look forward to hosting you again any time that you are planning to visit in this area again.
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea A.

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

Will stay again!

3 moms and our 9 year old boys came to Canada for hockey! This was the perfect home for us! The boys loved playing foosball and we all loved the sauna! The setting is beautiful! And Sandy was very welcoming and helpful! We will be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
It was great to have Andrea stay with us especially as she had a lengthy drive to get here. We were so glad that she got to see at least a little bit of the Grand Bend environment in addition to participating in the local Silver Sticks Tournament and look forward to having her stay with us again.🙂👍
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10/10 Excellent

Kristopher T.

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

A great stay at a great location

Our family spent Canada Day weekend at this fantastic Grand Bend spot. The basement apartment felt anything but, and the location was perfect. As this is a private community we were able to use their quiet private beaches and enjoy the stunning neighbourhood. A very short drive to Main Street and all its excitement. Our thanks to Sandy for his excellent service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Kristopher and his family were an absolute delight to host. They made good use of the beach and our whole Pine Forest environment. It is great to hear that the Groundfloor Walkout Apartment with its 9’ ceiling in the Kitchen and Great Room provided them the bright, airy feeling we were aiming for as it also conveniently leads to the Patio and is close to the Fire Pit. They left the place tidy and neat. Kristopher is great to communicate with, which always makes hosting so much more rewarding. We couldn’t wish for better guests. We are looking forward to hosting them again whenever the opportunity presents itself as there is still so much more to explore out here.
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10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

Great stay and great and new smelling.

Very new. Smelled like new construction and open concept with high ceilings. The bonfire pit was great too. Thank you so much
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
We are so happy you and your guests liked the cottage and its surroundings. Being in the Woods and steps to the Beach is indeed a serene feeling. Our aim is always to make our guests as comfortable as possible and we know you put extra effort into maintaining the cleanliness of the cottage. Thanks for that and we look forward to seeing you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our stay at Sandy’s cottage was absolutely magical,Sandy was very accommodating and a pleasure to speak with him! I’ll have to say by the end of the trip I really didn’t want to go home! Overall I couldn’t have asked for a better experience! Hope to return again next summer.Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

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

Great Location - so close to the beach!

Our family enjoyed our stay. It had everything we needed and it was in an excellent location. Hosts were helpful and very responsive with questions. Having a young family - the washer/dryer saved us a few times. I was able to make all the tools in the kitchen work for all of our meals. Overall, our stay was relaxing and what we were looking for. The highlight was being surrounded by the trees and so close to the beach. We stay at a different rental every year in Southcott Pines and this is the closet we have been to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2024
Thank you for the lovely review, having guests like you makes it fun to provide a Cottage vacation. Ashley and her family were very welcome guests who made the most of their stay at Sandy Pines. They made good use of the closeness of our Private Beaches and left the the Cottage well cleaned and tidied. It is a pleasure to host such a family who are an amazingly pleasant couple with well behaved kids who were also a delight to stay with us. We look forward to hosting them for a longer stay to fully enjoy everything our environment has to offer.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

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

Great getaway

We booked this apartment suite in the spring, knowing Grand Bend wouldn’t be quite as spectacular as it is in the summer. Nonetheless, we were able to find good trails nearby for a few good walks, and the beach is less that a 2 minute walk away. Everyone in the neighbourhood was extremely friendly as well.The Suite was very clean, with everything we needed and more to occupy us through the rainy days. Sandy was also quick to help with any questions we had. Thank you so much! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thank you for the kind words Shannon. It was an absolute pleasure to host such a lovely couple and to know that our Sandy Pines was able to meet all your requirements and provide the appropriate enjoyment. Vacations are so precious and few and far between that we want them to be as memorable as possible. It is our aim to make it a time for you to unwind and enjoy it to the maximum. We really hope to see you again and look forward to having you come for a return visit with us. The beach is fabulous in the Summer.
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10/10 Excellent

Melinda V.

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

Great time in Canada

My husband and two boys stayed at this property for a week and it was a wonderful experience. As Americans we typically go south for family vacations, but this year we wanted to try something new. We are so glad we did - the location was very convenient - we rode our bikes everywhere! The beaches and lake adjacent to the neighborhood were beautiful and not terribly crowded. The property itself was very clean and exactly as advertised. Sandy, the host, was wonderful as well. He welcomed us as we arrived and we saw him a few times during the week too; he was always very friendly and kind. Would definately recommend and have told all of our family and friends about our Canadian experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thank you Melinda for the 5 Star Rating, we are very grateful that we had the opportunity to host your wonderful family. We have been fortunate enough to have had some great guests stay with us but you and your family were absolutely picture perfect and amazing in every way. I can truly say you outdid yourselves as guests and no one could wish for better visitors. In fact you could be Good Will Ambassadors for your Home State of Ohio. You were the most outgoing, friendly couple we have ever encountered and your boys were also amazingly well behaved. Everything you did while you were here was done with the greatest care and respect as if it was your own home. The Suite was left immaculately tidied up with the bed linens stripped and folded neatly. It was such a joy to be hosts to as marvellous a family as this. We only hope that you can return for another visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid T.

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

Grand Bend Vacation

Sandy and his wife were the perfect hosts. They gave us privacy but where always available if we needed anything. The accommodation was lovely. The beds where very comfortable with lots of pillows. The living area was small but comfortable. The kitchen was set up to make family meals, which we did often. I would suggest a baking sheet or baking pan be added to the kitchen. We found we needed something so we could cook in the oven. Having the private beach was a special treat. We were able to enjoy the beach on the weekend without having to endure the crowds at the public beaches. Thank you for a wonderful stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thank You Ingrid for such a positive review; it was absolutely our pleasure to host you and your lovely family. Your group was always so courteous and respectful of the property and that was whether you were at the Fire pit or using the access to our Private Beaches... I am very happy that we made the exception to accommodate your need and expanded our restriction of the 6 guests limit, it is always our goal to make our 1100 sqft Suite a comfortable home for our guests; we are happy it turned out to be a success, seeing such a warm family get together with two sets of grandparents, parent and kids.🙂 We appreciate the tip of adding an extra baking sheet to our current Pizza Pan inventory, it is always good to have the smell of good baking in the house and the baking sheet will be there whenever you can return. We will be absolutely delighted to be hosting you again
Verified

6/10 Okay

Elsa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
A stay in Grand Bend has become a family tradition. We normally stay at colonial hotel, but decided to rent a cozy cottage with a private beach. The home was clean however it had a strong musky smell that took a moment to get used to. The owners live on site. Not easy to get a hold of. There was no warm welcome. From the moment we spoke it was a discussion of one rule after another. We did not feel at ease, and always worried we were going to do something wrong. The air conditioning was turned off at night. We were extremely hot. No access to thermostat so we were unable to adjust the temp. I called after the first evening and spoke with the wife who was going to pass the message along. We had to open the windows in the evening as the air was never turned back on. There is a private access to the beach, but there is no where to sit, it’s rocky. There is a stairwell that allows you walk straight into the lake. You will have to drive to main beaches. Overall we had a great time as a family. We did not feel at ease. The property owners are meticulous which I appreciate very much, however their emphasis on not leaving lights on, making sure there is not much garbage, no sand in the washer.. we are very respectful, we aren’t abusive of others property. But we are on holidays on the beach, sand is unavoidable and garbage is inevitable. Late evenings around the fire with laughs is bound to happen Overall it would have been a comfortable stay if we felt welcomed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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Why they chose this property

This property is unique in that it is located in a privately managed gated community that is predominately a Pine Oak Forest but also right by private, sandy beaches on Lake Huron.

What makes this property unique

Quiet, serene forest environment but also close to shopping within a 5 minute drive to downtown Grand Bend .
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