Escape to this beach vacation home, where spacious grounds and luxurious open concept living blend seamlessly with tranquil mornings and peaceful natural surroundings. Indulge in a morning coffee on the front covered patio or an afternoon cocktail on the sunny back deck. Roast marshmallows by the backyard fire pit, explore nearby hiking trails, or stroll along private beaches just minutes away.
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Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12297 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Grand Bend, Ontario, Canada
Enjoy the spacious grounds and luxurious open concept beach vacation home. Relax or entertain in the two fully contained levels - sleeps 10-12 comfortably - perfect for two families or a corporate retreat. Enjoy tranquil mornings, peace, quiet and the natural surroundings or an open private space to gather with family and friends. Awake to the warm sunrise while you relax with your morning coffee on the front covered tropical patio. Indulge with an afternoon cocktail on the sunny back deck or BBQ in the cozy picnic area nestled in the trees. In the evenings, catch the beautiful orange and red sunsets during a walk along the private beaches, just a few minutes drive from the cottage. At night, gather to roast marshmallows on the backyard fire pit while you watch the fireflies light up the grounds. Just minutes from scenic hiking trails, fishing, golf courses, charming restaurants and picturesque shops in Bayfield or the night life in Grand Bend.
The price for weekly rental is $ during peak season June - August, $ from September - May. The rental period is from Friday 5 PM to Friday 12:00 Noon. Victoria and Labour Day weekend $.
Note: Linens not included in the rental. Additional charge of $200 - please arrange with property manager in advance.
Sorry, no pets allowed.
Our cottage rules: primary renter must be 30 or older, no smoking, no parties or events, no pets. Cottage bookings for families only. A damage deposit is required upon booking for $2000 via VRBO. We have an approval process - please inquire first.
The property is protected by security devices outside the house for your safety.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchen island
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Sofa bed
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Stereo
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Picnic area
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: No smoking within 25ft of the cottage. Thank-you!
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near the bay
Near the marina
Things to do
Optional golf privileges
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing 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)
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
Rules
MINIMUM AGE: No person under the age of 30 is allowed on the property unless such person is accompanied by a parent/guardian. Families ONLY renters.
Rate based on 10 guests, all guests must be registered. If number of guests allowed exceed, an additional $200 per person will be charged.
Travelers will be charged up to $2000 if they cause damages on the property, breaks the house rules and rental agreement sent to guest directly.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Child friendly space for outdoor play.
Events
No events allowed
All guests must be registered to use property.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking within 25ft of the cottage. Thank-you!
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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: All guests must be registered to use property.
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
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 recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Bluewater, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Huron and Grand Bend Beach. 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. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling. Visit our Bluewater travel guide
How much is parking at Grand Bend, Ontario, Canada?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Grand Bend, Ontario, Canada?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Grand Bend, Ontario, Canada?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Grand Bend, Ontario, Canada located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Lake Huron and within 6 miles (10 km) of Grand Bend Beach and Grand Bend Farmers' Market. Grand Bend Marina and Grand Bend’s Beach House Observation Deck are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Grand Bend, Ontario, Canada Reviews
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We just stayed for the second year at Birdsong Cottage in Grand Bend. Had a great time, cottage is beautiful. Lots of space for the 8 of us to relax. Very quiet and just far enough away from the partying downtown.
Everything was great and we enjoyed our week.
Look forward to staying there again.
The Atkins cottage was everything we hoped for. The property and cottage were clean and well stocked with items that we needed daily. We came with a group of 11 and had lots of room. The large outdoor table and chairs served us well at meal time. The volley ball net and firepit were well used by us. The beach was a short 5 minute walk and the 75 steps leading to the beach kept us all in good shape :)
We were 10 minutes from Grand Bend and 25 minutes from Goderich...both great places to visit.
We would highly recommend this cottage!
This is a very beautiful well maintained cottage inside and out. Lots of room for the 9 of us to either spend time together or find a quiet spot on your own.
Huge, very private, property allows many options to spend time outdoors and enjoy the nature on the property.
This cottage is a short drive from the much louder downtown area of Grand Bend to allow trips to the action but be far enough away to enjoy the quiet otherwise.
Would absolutely return to this cottage next year.
What a lovely property! So tastefully decorated and very spacious, more than enough for 2 families to enjoy. Located in a great little neighbourhood ~ although no direct access to the beach, this cottage is close to Grand Bend and a short drive to Ipperwash Beach too. Joanne & Paul were very responsive and wonderful to deal with. The Birdsong is relaxing and has all the comforts of home plus! Had a truly great time and would definitely recommend.
The house was very clean, spacious and a good fit for our group of 12. The hosts were quick to respond to questions and the house was well equipped for everything we needed (kitchen was well equipped for cooking, BBQ-ing, board games, extra blankets, etc). There was lots of seating for everyone, indoors and outdoors and the fire pit, volleyball/badminton net was fun too! We would highly recommend this property for any group looking to relax and get away!
This is a top notch cottage/home with everything you need to enjoy your vacation. The home and property have been beautifully maintained. We enjoyed dining al fresco, watercolour painting and listening to the birds over by the large wooden table in the shade. The kids enjoyed playing badminton and roasting marshmallows around the fire.
A spacious, well equipped and well organized cottage. We were very pleased with the cleanliness inside. The backyard was beautiful and thoroughly enjoyed by our family. Catching fire flies at night and making s’mores by the fire was a memorable experience.
Property owners left us a beautiful care package and farm fresh eggs in the fridge!
Thank you so very much!
Spacious, clean, comfortable cottage in a great location.
Really enjoyed our stay at Joanne & Paul’s cottage. Cottage is really nice and spacious and located in a private area. Very quiet and peaceful area. Lot’s of space inside and outside. Clean and well kept interior, much nicer than pictures, pictures does not justify the spaciousness and well stocked it is. Had all the essential of home and more.
Great location to beach, parks and great places to eat. Joanne & Paul were wonderful host who provided great information and advise around the area. Looking forward to going back.
Amazing cottage that had everything we needed. Lots of space for two families.
We loved this cottage. It not only had two distinct living areas, which was great for a vacation with another family, but it also had everything that you could need for kitchen amenities and an awesome yard. The house was spotless and everything was well cared for.
We mostly went to Ipperwash beach, which was about 25 mins away, during our stay because it was very large, had pristine soft sand and the water stayed shallow for a very young time.
We went to 2 other beaches during our stay which were just up the road but the one was harder to get to, down a very steep hill/stairs, and the other one in St. Joseph had large rocks across the whole bottom and got deeper quicker, these two things made it not an ideal location to swim with young children. The beaches at these two locations were a lot of fun for exploring though.
We spent most of our time outside in the very large yard and ate most of our meals, except when it was raining, outside on the deck.
The neighbourhood was also a great location for bike riding with the kids and the first two days we must have gone around the block around 40 times because our kids had so much fun. Every time we passed neighbours everyone waved.
We are hoping beach access will be available next year to make it easier to take a quick dip in the water.
Definitely a 5+ location.
My extended family and I enjoyed our stay at this cottage. We loved the playing volleyball in the backyard and spent nights around the bonfire. Both kitchens were fully stocked with everything we needed to prepare meals for our group. A great experience.
Joanne and Paul were very pleasant and always easy to communicate with. My group and I loved our time in their beautiful home. It was very clean and they provided all the amenities that made the stay so comfortable and convenient, from sporting equip/games, outdoor furniture, cleaning products and all the necessities for cookware. Whatever we needed it seemed like they thought it all through and had it readily available for their guests. All the rooms and beds were comfortable and tidy. The outdoor area was where we loved hanging out when the weather was good. Tons of seating and table area were we could BBQ and dine outside. The volleyball net added a lot of entertainment for us as well. The best part of the back yard was the fire pit, spacious opening in the yard where we could sit on comfortable chairs and enjoy the quite environment. The home is very close driving distance to the grocery stores and Grand Bend Beach. We went just when the fall season started so hanging out by the fire pit during the chilly nights were perfect. My friends and I would definitely go back in the summer time because we love the clear waters in Lake Huron and had an amazing experience at the Atkins Beach home.
michelle P.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
11 Aug 2019
Nice place
As advertised. Very spacious, it suited our needs perfectly
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Terry C.
10 May 2016
Loved all of it.
We loved the space to play family games and enjoyed the space to eat as a group. We had 8 adults and two babies with us. This was the most enjoyable family week so far. The owners were very accommodating. Short drive to downtown Grand Bend. Even the short walk to the water was fine. Beach area was rocky and very hard on the feet. Wearing water shoes would improve the beach adventure. Would recommend this cottage to anyone. Our family just grew some more, so not big enough for us now. Really loved it.