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Cheerful 2-Bedroom Cottage on Quiet Private Lake

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A campfire surrounded by rocks, a tree, and a lake during sunset.
A dining area with a long table and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.
A kitchen with a long blue countertop, two black bar stools, a window, and a white stove.
A house with a large tree in front, a small porch, and a view of a lake.
A small, clean room with two single beds, a window with blinds, and a nightstand with a vase.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Sleeps 4•2 bedrooms•2 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Firepit
  • Deck or patio
  • Balcony or patio
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Apple Hill, ON
  • Place, Glengarry Sports Hall of Fame
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Raphael's Ruins
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Calypso Water Park
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cheerful 2-Bedroom Cottage on Quiet Private Lake

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil country getaway on a private lake. Approximately 1 hour drive from downtown Ottawa and Montreal. Bring your kayak or canoe and experience the calm waters and wildlife of this hidden gem. Enjoy the sunrise, sunsets and all the stars in your own space on a beautiful large property, overlooking the water with your own private campfire. Experience all the local fare including breweries, a winery, farmers market, shopping and dining in the nearby town of Alexandria. Note- The lake is weedy and not suggested for swimming.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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 is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9843505
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

North Glengarry

North Glengarry is home to this cottage. St. Raphael's Ruins and Seaway International Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Summerheights Golf Links and Heritage Golf Country Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cornwall Motor Speedway or Mohawk International Raceway.
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Map
Apple Hill, ON

What's nearby

  • Glengarry Sports Hall of Fame - 21 min drive - 22.5 km
  • St. Raphael's Ruins - 28 min drive - 34.9 km
  • Guindon Park - 38 min drive - 48.3 km
  • Calypso Water Park - 40 min drive - 64.8 km
  • Long Sault Parkway - 45 min drive - 65.1 km

Getting around

  • Alexandria Station - 16 min drive
  • Massena, NY (MSS-Massena Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The North Glengarry - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Alexandria Restaurant Pizza - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cheerful 2-Bedroom Cottage on Quiet Private Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cheerful 2-Bedroom Cottage on Quiet Private Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cheerful 2-Bedroom Cottage on Quiet Private Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cheerful 2-Bedroom Cottage on Quiet Private Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cheerful 2-Bedroom Cottage on Quiet Private Lake located?

Situated in North Glengarry, this cottage is 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Glengarry Sports Hall of Fame and within 20 miles (32 km) of St. Raphael's Ruins and Raisin River Heritage Centre. Summerheights Golf Links and Summerstown Forest are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

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

Location Location Location

Perfect stay for our short weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leslee W.

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

Great Place for a Getaway

Nice, private cottage with very nice owners. Great spot for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tanya L.

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

Good home base

Very quiet and comfortable. A nice base to go to Ottawa and then return to some peace.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

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

A perfect getaway

If you’re looking for a peaceful place with a wonderful lake view, this is a nice private place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda R.

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

Perfect Anniversary Getaway

Great private getaway, awesome fishing off the dock. Loved the swing chair looking out over the lake. Check in and out easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melanie D.

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

Relaxing Hideaway

We needed a central location to attend the Glengarry Highland Games and this was perfect.A nice quiet place at the end of a busy day.Everything you need to unplug and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Redouane E.

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

Little paradise

It was a wonderful vacation. I and my little family enjoyed it😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Penny M.

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

Quiet Retreat

The cabin is lovely. Enjoyed the outdoor shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and quiet place with a great view of the lake; however, the firepit was farther away from the cottage than we expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2025
Thank you for your feedback Karen, there are fire regulations that require open fire pits to be a distance from homes/buildings for safety . I’m so happy you enjoyed your stay. Have a wonderful day. S🌸
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jean-François S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julie M.

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

Private lake setting

Peaceful, quiet, small cottage.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nora M.

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

Cutest place ever

Loved our stay and the lake really made the experience beyond worth it. Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve J.

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

Very relaxing

This place is wonderful if you are looking for peace and quiet. It is a great place to go to relax and also a nice base if you want to make a quick run to Montreal or Ottawa.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne G.

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

Cute Getaway

A cute getaway with a gorgeous view. Lots of lounging spot options around the property. Dry firewood was provided for the campfire which was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

June P.

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

Relaxing Vacation. We will definitely consider vacationing at your place again. Loved your help.

Excellent 😊👌, It was great, so loved your place. One of the best times ever. Thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ERLENE C.

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

A nice quiet getaway

Illya’s place is very comfy. It was a nice place to get away from the city. The property has huge outdoor space where you can swim and fish the lake. Our family had a great time. The place has a waterless toilet ang outdoor shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marc-Andre M.

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

Gorgeous

Beautiful place, pictures do not do it justice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lisa C.

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

Lakeside getaway

Provided a lovely base for our stay. Did not use outside shower as the weather was raining & chilly.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi C.

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

A True Hidden Gem

The pictures of the property does not do it justice. It is a beautiful spot and a great place to “unplug” and enjoy the scenery.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debby A.

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

My Birthday Girls Trip

Our very first impression when we pulled up was WOW! The property is beautifully groomed, flat, with a fabulous view of the lake. The cottage was perfect with everything we could possibly need. There were 4 of us and there was plenty of room. If you're looking for peace and serenity away from the city, this is it! Our hosts were also amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandy S.

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

Absolutely amazing!

We loved our visit here. My kids (6-8) loved it so much they already want to go back and we just left. It’s beautiful, cozy, relaxing, and overall great. So much land to play, a dock to go in the water if you bring your own boat. At night we had a camp fire. If you needed to go to the store it’s only 15 minutes away. We even enjoyed the outdoor shower. I can’t wait to go back. The property managers were so kind and helpful, I was able to reach out to them and they were always quick to answer any questions we had. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Gerald S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Very lovely location. Large lakeside lot with plenty of seating and lounging areas, some in sun, some in shade. Really excellent views and so peaceful. Generally I would recommend this property based on that alone.The cabin was quite good but really needed cleaning of cobwebs etc. and some insect spray in and out. Facilities inside were reasonable. We had trouble with the toilet not flushing but that problem was resolved with some 'technique coaching' from owner. We waited 30 minutes for that call back, which was a tense time for us.Our problem getting hot water to the outside shower was never really resolved. Cold showers are not my thing. We left a day early.All in all, I think this property has great potential and just needs some better maintenance. I would consider returning if that is done.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay on the water. Everything needed was supplied.Loved the outdoor shower. Close to all local towns. Host is very professional and responds quickly. Only thing needed is wifi.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2026
It was such a pleasure hosting Sharon and I’m happy to hear your stay was comfortable and enjoyable. I hope you had a safe drive home and will stay at my cottage sgain. 😊
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dogvibe I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
A beautiful cottage cabin by the lake, very clean, spacious and cosy with a warm fire pit by the water. Neighbours were closer than expected, but they left mid stay allowing for a serene experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Janet P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint and clean cottage sits on top of a hill and lots of property to roam, views of the lake and amazing sunsets. The sounds of the loons and frogs and birds truly reminded you that you were surrounded by nature. Even showering outdoors was an experience. We brought our inflatable kayaks and it was nice to get out on the water. There’s a new BBQ, a big fire pit and the property really offers you what you’d like to have to enjoy time away from the hustle and bustle of it all. Just as seen in the listing, there is no couch in the livingroom. We moved a daybed from one of the rooms into the livingroom so we could be comfortable visiting together inside when the mosquitos got bad at night. It was a great 2 night getaway. Sandra was responsive and very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026

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