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Beautiful 2 bdrm cottage with fireplace and a view in Minden Hills-Pet Friendly!

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The cabin aka Birdhouse is the building on right
The cabin aka Birdhouse is the building on the right.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Minden, ON
  • Place, Pinestone Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Snowdon Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Minden Wild Water Preserve
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Cabin

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms

About this property

Beautiful 2 bdrm cottage with fireplace and a view in Minden Hills-Pet Friendly!

Make some memories at this unique and family-friendly cottage. Sit back and relax on the oversized deck overlooking one of the nicest lakes in Haliburton! Barbeque some dinner and pour a glass of wine, while listening to the loons call. Take a kayak or canoe for a trip along the gorgeous shore. Finish the day by enjoying some delicious smores by the bonfire at the lake edge.

This is a beautiful 2 bedroom cottage complete with a fireplace for those chilly nights. There is a separate cabin that sleeps 5 people. There is also a pullout couch. This cottage is on one of the nicest lakes in Haliburton. Enjoy quiet nights by the bonfire or head to nearby Haliburton or Minden for shopping and food. Comes with wifi and 2 kayaks, a canoe and a paddle boat. There is also a private swimming area for all ages to enjoy!

Each bedroom contains a double bed and dresser. The cabin has a double bunk with a single on top with another double bed as well, and a dresser. Bathroom has a toilet, sink and tub shower. Please be respectful of water usage :)

You will have access to the entire cottage. However, the Cabin is available for groups of 5 to 8 only.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No excessive noise No parties
I do ask that you leave the cottage as you found it. All dishes washed and put away. Take all personal items with you at checkout.
If you have a pet, please make sure to clean up outside after them, and inside a as well. You can leave one bag of garbage in the bin outside.

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 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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Minden Hills

Located in Minden Hills, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Minden Wild Water Preserve and Barnum Creek Nature Reserve, while Haliburton Highlands Museum and Haliburton Sculpture Forest are cultural highlights. Ski-Mazing Water Sports and Rails End Gallery and Arts Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Minden, ON

What's nearby

  • Pinestone Golf Course - 7 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Snowdon Park - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Grass Lake - 10 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Minden Wild Water Preserve - 10 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Haliburton Rail Trail - 14 min drive - 17.4 km

Getting around

  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boshkung Brewing Co. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen Grill & Chill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Godfathers Pizza - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful 2 bdrm cottage with fireplace and a view in Minden Hills-Pet Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful 2 bdrm cottage with fireplace and a view in Minden Hills-Pet Friendly!?

As of 5 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful 2 bdrm cottage with fireplace and a view in Minden Hills-Pet Friendly! on 18 Aug 2026 start from AU$548, 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 Beautiful 2 bdrm cottage with fireplace and a view in Minden Hills-Pet Friendly!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful 2 bdrm cottage with fireplace and a view in Minden Hills-Pet Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful 2 bdrm cottage with fireplace and a view in Minden Hills-Pet Friendly!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful 2 bdrm cottage with fireplace and a view in Minden Hills-Pet Friendly! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Minden Wild Water Preserve, Burnt River and Snowdon Park. Blairhampton Golf Club and Pinestone Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

norma D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Beautifully situated rustic cottage

We had beautiful weather, hot & mostly sunny. The cottage was well placed on the lake, away from most water motor traffic.We had a great time & enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lindsay’s rustic cottage was perfect! Her communication and service was outstanding, especially when we needed anything. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brett S.

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

Quintessential Cottage!

We had a wonderful stay at this cottage. It's got great character and all the comforts you need. A wonderful deck to soak up the sun and a perfect lake for swimming... clean, clear water and no weeds. A perfect stay in cottage country!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Right on a beautiful lake with amenities like kayaks to have more fun. Rustic feel with lots of room both inside and out. Kitchen was well outfitted and nice bbq on deck. Location between Minden and Haliburton provides closeby options for shopping and dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Lori W.

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

Beautiful property

My 2 sisters and a golden retriever and I had a very pleasant stay. The deck was where we lived all the time...view is gorgeous and the lake is quiet and clean. All amenities that you would want are provided. Although the cottage is rustic, it is very comfortable. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Relaxing, peaceful vacation with a perfect view!

We had a wonderful stay in this rustic, spacious cottage! The lake view on the fabulous deck was worth the visit. We were able to dock our boat and use the kayaks provided. The bedrooms were small but the eat in kitchen and big table was great!The location is excellent- between Minden and Haliburton, close to get to farmers markets in both directions. The whitewater preserve is amazing and Tiki Tuesday at the Dominion in Minden was fun. And Suwan’s Thai food, also in Minden, is so good.This is a family friendly cottage- comfortable and casual.
The kayaks were fun and relaxing.
Morning breakfast on the deck.
Hanging on the boat - Kashagawigimog Lake
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

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

Amazing …

We rented from Lindsay and everything was perfect! We would most definitely rent again! Everything was seedless and perfect! Thank you again Lindsay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

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

Perfect location

We very much enjoyed our stay at this cottage - the view and location on the lake are second to none - the use of the two kayaks and pedal boat was a nice bonus - the included firewood was also a nice touch - I brought my sea doo - the launch site was reasonably close at Harpers marine - 15 dollars to put in and another 15 to take out - so not too bad - just be careful about the hours - they close at 5 pm - and at 4 pm on Sunday - the people are very friendly there - communication with Lindsay was amazing - she really wanted to make sure we had everything we needed and that we enjoyed our stay - she even offered to bring us a life jacket to fit our 11 year old - but we just ended up grabbing one ourselves - cant say enough about the view from the deck - the pictures do not do it justice - my girlfriend and I sat there every morning for coffee - and we had every supper out there on the provided table and bench style seating If you want to stay in the perfect location in a nice rustic cabin - then this is the place Thanks so much again Lindsay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

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

A near-perfect rustic getaway!

I grew up with a cottage in the area and was looking to rent a pet-friendly place, last minute, that was similar to where I grew up. I wanted something with clean, clear water, good swimming, and water boats included, with a rustic feel. Lindsay’s place was spot on! Full of historic charm (original windows and fireplace, full wood trim), and enough modern amenities to make it comfortable. The view from the deck is stunning! I came out and went back in just to come back outside and be hit with that view!! The property grounds are VERY uneven - my elderly mother was supposed to come but she decided against it due to the stairs everywhere. Personally, I loved it! The water was clear and crisp. The dock had a few spots that seemed like if you stepped wrong you might break it, but it held up through 3 kids and me jumping off it! There was a duck that came right up to us, and hopped up right onto the dock with us!! He even nibbled our fingers and toes!! We named him Goose ;) There was also a family of loons that called in the distance at night, and one of them joined me on my morning kayak ride too! It was a chore to get the canoe out of the boathouse - very challenging indeed - and even putting the paddle boat in was not easy, but we managed. The kayaks are light and easy to manoeuvre. For having the only heat source mentioned in the cottage being the wood stove, there wasn’t much Firewood. Almost felt like there wasn’t enough to use. Overall it was darn near perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Lindsay

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Hi! I'm Lindsay! My family and I are from the beautiful Kawartha Lakes region, and grew up in Bobcaygeon, Ontario. I am so excited to offer my family cottage for you to enjoy! I have been coming here from whole life and I absolutely love it. I am married to my husband Matt and we have 3 sons. My 2 sisters and my parents also enjoy it here. I know you'll enjoy it here as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

Our cottage is located within a beautiful forest, along a quiet dirt road. There are other cottages on the road but there is plenty of privacy. Our cottage is located on a large lot, one of the largest on road and has lots of trees for privacy from the road and neighbors. The location was selected by my great-grandfather in the 1930s - one of the first lots purchased in the area! It is approximately 10 minutes drive to Minden and 15 minutes drive to Haliburton. You just can't beat the location!

What makes this property unique

This cottage has it all: Charm, cleanliness, a gorgeous view, cute kid-friendly beach, all the amenities you need, and nature galore! There is a large deck overlooking the lake. You can also enjoy a spectacular view from our bonfire pit, right along the shore line! This cottage is perfect for swimming! Jump or dive into the lake off the dock, or spend some time at the kid-friendly beach on our property (we call this area the "rock" as there is a large rock to sit on as well in the water). The lake is clean and is home to loons and ducks who venture by daily. Escape the city and take in the fresh crisp air and enjoy the day on the lake! We love the cozy and rustic feel of the cottage, and we know you will too.

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