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Nestled on the shores of the Detroit River, this charming cottage offers a serene getaway. With a private sand spit, BBQ on the deck, and hammock for reading under sunny skies or stargazing at night. Take advantage of its proximity to downtown Amherstburg for an added layer of adventure.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cabin

  • Stay at our little cottage on the shores of the Detroit River.
    This one room cottage has all the makings of a simple getaway:
    hammock, BBQ, private sand spit and fire pit.
    Quintessential summer, minutes from downtown of Amherstburg.
    Well suited to young families, girls' weekends, couples getaways, and anyone just looking for a bit of quiet.
    The small beach is perfect for building sandcastles with tikes, or digging your lawn chair in and watching the sunset; the large deck is a great place to pass the afternoon, BBQ-ing and watching the freighters go by, the hammock is the place to polish off your summer reading list.

    There is a bike lane along Front Road, for cyclists wanting to pop into town; or head to the wine route.

    The Cottage makes a perfect jump-off point for: exploring the EPIC wine route, city of Windsor, Boblo Island, Town of Amherstburg, Holiday Beach, Point Pelee National Park.

    Cooking:
    Propane BBQ on the deck
    Kitchen: Stove, (2) mini bar fridges, fully stocked with pots, pans, cutlery, etc. as well as some basic spices, condiments, tinfoil, saran wrap, to aide you in your kitchen prep.

    Sleeping:
    (2) Murphy Beds: (1) Queen + (1) Double

    Bathroom:
    Toilet, Sink, Shower with seat

    The bunkie promises to host you for a perfect little getaway.
    *** Access to the cottage requires visitors to walk a set of gently sloped stairs ***

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Playpen, travel high chair, etc. avail on request

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Amherstburg, this cottage is on the beach. Gordon House and Fort Malden National Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Serenity Lavender Farm and Heritage Park Petting Farm. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Grosse Ile Tennis Center, or consider a night out at District 142. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Amherstburg travel guide
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Amherstburg, ON

What's nearby

  • Navy Yard Park
    Navy Yard Park
    3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Gordon House
    3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Amherstburg Freedom Museum
    3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Essex County Library - Amherstburg Branch
    3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Fort Malden National Historic Site
    4 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Windsor Station
    35 min drive
  • Windsor, ON (YQG)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Gilligan’s Fire Grill
    3 min drive
  • Tim Hortons
    2 min drive
  • Town Diner Amherstburg
    3 min drive
  • Burger Sixty-Seven
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cabin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cabin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cabin located?

Nestled on the beach, this Amherstburg cottage is steps from White Sands and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Lake Erie. Bailey's Beach and Gordon House are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cabin Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 120 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Beautiful Oasis

We had such a wonderful time at our stay in Amherstburg. It is a great location, cute little cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aron C.

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

We love this place!

This was our 3rd visit to Drifted Inn, and we booked our 4th while we were there. It's a beautiful little place, the beach is perfect for our son and it's close enough to town to get anything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jeff F.

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

Great place to get away

It was great watching boats and fishing from the cottage. Clean and had all we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Niko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved this place. Beautiful views from the deck. We hope to be back again next summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

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

Great spot for a relaxing getaway

This place was great for a nice relaxing weekend. The view of the river was very tranquil and was exactly what we were looking for. We enjoyed the property thoroughly. The property is as advertised. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Summer sunset over the river

Perfect stay for 2+ a dog. Easy access to town and local wineries. Spent every night watching the sunset.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justina P.

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

Best Staycation EVER

Just absolutely perfect for what hubby and I needed. Megan was very responsive, the cottage was as perfect as it could have been. Scenery was great, Tim’s just a skip away, comfortable bed and lunging furniture - I claimed the chair by the fire all weekend. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aron C.

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

Another excellent stay

This was our second year staying at the Drifted Inn, and it was another wonderful time for our family. As always, the cottage is clean, cozy and comfortable. We had beautiful weather all week which let us take advantage of dinners on the deck, lots of fun on the little private beach, and beautiful sunset views. Thank you for another wonderful summer getaway. We have already booked for next year, and can't wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

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

Just what we wanted

Quiet place on the lake. Beautiful sunsets. The porch/deck was our absolute favorite place to be, morning and evening especially. Cozy little place, but its all we needed. We will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole K.

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

Amazing little gem

This was our second time staying, and we had yet another wonderful stay! We love the little town of Amherstburg, and this cottage is the perfect location. Watching the ships is always a favourite, but the closeness to multiple nature areas is a bonus as well. We were able to enjoy some bird watching at Point Pelee and Holiday Beach. The cottage is kept very clean, the bed is really comfy, and the kitchen was super well stocked! We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Arden H.

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

Very nice weekend!

Cottage was adorable and essentials were well stocked. Easy check-in and the nights were very quiet. Sunsets on patio were gorgeous and it was great to watch the big boats go by on their way to Detroit. We also loved walking around Amherstburg, such a cute historic downtown. Little bit of confusion on the check out time and the water had a bit too much seaweed to swim, but would recommend the cottage to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda D.

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

Didn't want to leave!

Exceeded expectations! The location is really a treasure. Very private and literally ON the water. Sitting on the deck watching the big ships is absolutely the best! The cottage is also fully stocked for cooking and the linens are excellent quality. The location is also super convenient... Just minutes to town, big box stores, grocery, and restaurants. We hope to be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
What a beautiful location. A bird lovers paradise!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn H.

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

Fantastic experience, relaxing

Great place to stay Fantastik community awesome views and sunsets too certainly visit again thanks, Megan
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cara S.

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

Perfect little cottage

Cozy cottage with lots of privacy. Nice sandy beach. It had everything we needed from coffee to kitchen items and the bed was super comfy. View was amazing. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aron C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 4th year I'm a row at this cute little cottage and it's the highlight of our summer every time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property is excellent brought our dog this time everything went fine. Have stayed here before several times enjoy the quick getaway. Will return in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon M.

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

Truly a slice of paradise.

A really incredible place with an excellent location and a truly beautiful and unique experience. Hoping to come back and explore even more local areas soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfection

Another restful stay at this beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olivia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I came for our anniversary, and had the best time! I was sad to leave and already want to book another stay. It was perfect for a couple - the beach and the water were probably our favourite part. Our hosts really thought of everything. We had everything we needed in the kitchen, for the barbecue, the campfire, lots of towels, a radio and a speaker, games; all we really needed to bring was clothing, our toothbrushes and some food!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Family Weekend

We loved your riverfront cottage! It was perfect for a weekend away and relaxing. The girls built sand castles and played in the water, my husband fished, and I relaxed in the hammock. We enjoyed the town and the riverfront walk and shops as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom L.

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

Perfect

Awesome spot! Was everything i hoped it would be
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana A.

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

Perfect cute cozy and quiet

A+
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

giorgio g.

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

A peaceful getaway

Tranquil and hassle-free. Just the place to unwind and recharge
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

We loved it !!

What a awesome place to spend a vacation very clean everything you need to enjoy and relax will for sure go back to have that expierence again. Thanks so much Megan & Greg
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017