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Secluded Lakefront Escape on 1.5 Acres of Pristine Waterfront

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Kearney, ON
  • Place, Almaguin Highlands Golf & Country Club
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Doe Lake Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Arrowhead Provincial Park
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom/Sunroom

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Secluded Lakefront Escape on 1.5 Acres of Pristine Waterfront

@cottage_kearney - This 3 + 1 bedroom, has a large front deck + 2 docks overlooking the lake, offers many private places to soak up the sun. A Muskoka room offers dynamic views of the lake, has a second fridge + great place to sit & enjoy drinks at the bar. An LCBO & general store is located within 1 mile & accessed by foot, car or boat.  Additional amenities include: outdoor fire pit, horseshoe pits, 2 kayaks, 2 paddle boards, an aluminum boat and a private sandy beach with toys for the kids.

This is a two-story home that has only one distant neighbour, kitchen, living room, dining room, half bathroom, bedroom and a Muskoka room on the main level. Upstairs, there are two dedicated bedrooms. The third sleeping space upstairs, is a sunroom/bedroom. This space has curtains that can be shifted for complete visual privacy. Upstairs also has a full bathroom complete with a Jacuzzi tub (no hot tub) and shower. No A.C. - Fans are provided in all sleeping and common areas. *We provide comforters and pillows. Guest must provide sheets (top and fitted), bath linens and towels or you can order this for $35/person, just let us know ahead of time.

We provide equipment needed for cooking/baking; selected spices, salt and pepper; kitchen towels; dish soap and cleaning supplies; paper towels (1 roll) and toilet paper (3 rolls in each bathroom); shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap; propane for the BBQ.


Other things to note:
We have bocce balls and horseshoes + pit. We do provide watercrafts but bring your own canoe/kayak or you can rent locally down the road. A newly constructed town boat launch, is a short drive away. Fishing & ATVs are a must-do in this area known for its trails.

For videos of the property and other pictures please visit our Instagram page @cottage_kearney.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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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 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
All garbage and recycling must be taken with you, there is no pickup service. The local dump is located at:📍 Kearney Transfer Station — 80 Forestry Rd🕐 Open: Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun — 9 AM to 5 PM
Close and lock all windows and doors (including the sunroom and upstairs). Shut off the water pump (switch is beside the jet pump in basement. Turn off lights, TV, and any fans.
If you've used the fireplace, make sure it's safely turned off. Please return all outdoor furniture and items (like the BBQ cover, paddles, toys, etc.) to their original spots.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Lakefront Escape on 1.5 Acres of Pristine Waterfront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Secluded Lakefront Escape on 1.5 Acres of Pristine Waterfront?

As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Secluded Lakefront Escape on 1.5 Acres of Pristine Waterfront on 8 June 2026 start from AU$304, 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 Secluded Lakefront Escape on 1.5 Acres of Pristine Waterfront?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Lakefront Escape on 1.5 Acres of Pristine Waterfront?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Lakefront Escape on 1.5 Acres of Pristine Waterfront?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Lakefront Escape on 1.5 Acres of Pristine Waterfront located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Almaguin Highlands Golf & Country Club and 10.5 mi (16.8 km) from Doe Lake Park. Township of McMurrich Monteith and Palette Lake are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Karen Joy Alvarez

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place is good, homey and almost everything you need is there. The area property is beautiful, peaceful, quiet and calm. The only thing they can improve and make sure before the guests arrive is the water pressure in the bathroom. Overall, we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlee b.

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

Quiet family getaway

It was exactly what we were looking for
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruno O.

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

Great lakeside cottage!

Excellent steak knives
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele A.

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

Kearney Delight

My family and I had a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend. The surroundings had a lot to offer. Bradley was a great host. We would definitely recommend this cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct 2024
Thank you, Michele! I’m so glad you and your family enjoyed a memorable Thanksgiving weekend at the cottage. It was a pleasure hosting you all, and I’m thrilled to hear the surroundings added to your experience. Your recommendation means a lot, and I’d be delighted to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

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

5 stars

We had an amazing stay over the May long weekend! The cottage was clean, comfortable, and in a beautiful, peaceful setting—perfect for a relaxing getaway with friends. The fire pit was super cozy in the evenings, and we really appreciated the kayaks and paddle boards provided by the host. Bradley was friendly, responsive, and made everything easy. We’d absolutely love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

issam F.

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

Great

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2024
I am glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Kearney cottage

The cottage has everything you need and more. It is very spacious. We did find it somewhat unkept and wondered what the smell was in the cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2024
Hi Joanne, Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback and for mentioning that the cottage is spacious and well-equipped. I'm sorry to hear that your experience wasn't up to the standard we aim to provide, and I genuinely appreciate your input. Regarding your comments on the cottage being "somewhat unkept," I’d love to understand more specifically what areas you felt needed more attention. We have never had a comment like this before and are taken back and a little shocked. We strive to keep the cottage clean and comfortable for all our guests, so any details you could provide would be helpful for us to improve. As for the smell you mentioned, the cottage is right by a lake, and sometimes natural outdoor scents can drift in. However, if there was a particular room or area where you noticed the smell more strongly, please let me know. That way, we can look into it and address any potential issues. Thank you again for your feedback, and I hope we can have the opportunity to host you again for an improved experience.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

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

Cottage Kearney. Wonderful stat

Our entire family had a wonderful stay. Right from the 3 year old to adults. Something for everyone. Cottage was clean, spacious and well equipped. High lights were the fishing from the dock (lots of little fish for the kids and adults even caught a couple of Walleyes. Would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2024
I am so glad you had a great stay. We would live to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sian C.

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

Wonderful spot

This is a fantastic cottage with a huge property and great waterfront. We were four couples and there was plenty of space inside and out for the whole group. Note that one of the beds is on a landing with a curtain - not an issue for us but just something to be aware of. Kitchen was fully stocked. Two fridges made for lots of room for food and drinks. Awesome to have access to boats/sups. We had a great time - thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kayla P.

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

Family fun in the sun

My family and I had an amazing week. The lake is small, clean and great to swim in.Kearney is a cute little town with everything you need should you forget something… LCBO, general store, restaurants etc. The cottage itself is well stocked with everything you’d need and host is great. The only downsides was the dock could use some repairs, my 5 year old daughter fell into a rotted hole a couple times, and you have to swim from the dock as it’s very weedy by the shore. That didn’t bug us at all as jumping off the dock was totally fine! We would definitely come back :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2024
Hi Kayla, Thank you so much for your review and for choosing to spend your family vacation at the cottage! I'm delighted to hear that you had an amazing week and enjoyed the lake and the surrounding town of Kearney. I'm glad you found the cottage well-stocked and that you had a great time jumping off the dock. I appreciate your feedback regarding the dock, and I want to let you know that I’ve already addressed the holes to ensure it’s safe for everyone. Thanks again for bringing it to my attention. I hope to welcome you and your family back for another fun stay in the future! Best regards, Bradley
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela D.

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

Fantastic family stay at the Lake

My family had a great time at the lake. The property is great. Shallow entry water is great for younger children. The deeper clean water at the end of the dock was fantastic for swimming. Many outdoor activities available, boats, SOP, etc. The kids had a blast. Fishing on the lake was quite good. The cottage was a classic family style cottage and was clean and had everything we needed. There is no AC, which we were aware of ahead of time, but there were many fans available to help get a break from the heat. Overall I would recommend this as a great vacation spot for a family with young kids who love the outdoors.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2024
Thank you, Pamela, for the lovely review! I'm thrilled to hear that your family had a great time at the lake and enjoyed the outdoor activities and swimming. It's wonderful that the kids had a blast, and I'm glad the cottage met your needs. We appreciate your understanding about the AC and are happy the fans helped you stay comfortable. We'd love to welcome you back for another fun-filled family vacation in the future. Thanks again for choosing our cottage! Best regards, Bradley
Verified

8/10 Good

Jane N.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Old house on a lovely property

Cottage Kearney is conveniently located in the village of Kearney on beautiful Hassard Lake. Our family of six adults and three young children enjoyed a week of kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming, and fishing at the cottage. A large grassed area slopes down to a small sandy area beside a rustic, wobbly dock. We mostly swam from the dock as the water entry is weedy. The house is large with a nice layout for a group. However, it does need attention to a few maintenance issues and a deep clean. The main exit is through a screen door that fell off multiple times each day. The headboard in one room has a large piece of metal protruding from it. We removed the headboard to avoid injury and found that the back of it was covered in mould. Several other issues need repair that I won't detail here. The cottage would benefit from a deep clean, particularly the kitchen. Although we enjoyed our stay at Cottage Kearney, we would hesitate to stay again unless the maintenance and cleanliness issues were resolved.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2024
Hi Jane, Thank you for your detailed review and for choosing Cottage Kearney for your family vacation. I'm glad to hear that your family enjoyed the kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming, and fishing during your stay. Your feedback is invaluable, and I appreciate you taking the time to share it. Regarding the headboard, it's part of an old barn door made by my grandfather, complete with metal latches for a rustic look. I'm sorry to hear it caused concern, and I'll be sure to check for any mold and address any issues. The screen door, as you noted, has been a challenge. I did mention its condition before your arrival and plan to replace it in the off-season. As for the cleanliness and maintenance issues, this is the first time I've received such feedback, and I take it very seriously. I wish you had reached out during your stay so I could have addressed your concerns promptly. I would greatly appreciate it if you could provide more specific feedback on what you felt needed repair and what areas in the kitchen required a deep clean. This information will help me improve the experience for future guests. Thank you again for your feedback and for spending your vacation at Cottage Kearney. I hope to welcome you back again and offer an even better experience. Best regards, Bradley
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelby G.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wei l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Nov 2024
We appreacite the great review, and you were great to host as well. We hope to have you back one day.

About the host

Hosted by Bradley Schell

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We have just partnered to host groups to stay at our family cottage this year
(2023). I am looking forward to hosting via this website, as I have been with Airbnb as a super host for a couple of years now.

Why they chose this property

It is a super private location, with a lot of room and seating all over the property. The views of the 200ft lakefront can be experienced from various vantage points.

What makes this property unique

No neighbours to your left and to your right they are 350ft away.

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