Experience the simple life at our charming beach bunkhouse, where memories are made with family and friends. Enjoy breakfast or board games on the fantastic screened-in porch, then share in some fun in the sun on our private Bay Beach.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathrooms139 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Lake view
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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.
Charming Bunk Cottage on Beautiful Bay Beach!
Crystal Bay Rentals - Our charming bunkhouse is one of two properties on our rare 2-acre lot right on Bay Beach. This 3 bedroom cottage is great for the whole family. It bring you back to a simpler time with your family &friends, without all of life's distractions.
We have a fantastic screened in porch with a dining table, couch and chairs. We love spending our morning out here having breakfast, or our evenings playing board games. Beach lover? No problem. You can share our private beach for some fun in the sun! Our house is all on one level. There is one small step from the ground to the sunroom deck, but that is all. The main living area is open concept with two seating areas, a decorative fireplace, and the kitchen. All 3 bedrooms and both bedrooms are located in the back of the house. The driveway has parking for 2 cars. You will have full, private access to the house.
It is keyless and contactless entry. If you need anything during your stay, we will locally and are available to help in any way possible. We are flexible on check in and out times. If you are looking for early check in or out, we will do what we can to accomodate us. Just ask ahead of time! There is a $50 fee.
We are only a message or call away. If you need anything before, during or after your stay, we pride ourselves on being very accessible, as we live locally.
We have lovely neighbours who tend to keep to themselves. Many of them have lived here happily for many years and are very friendly. It is a very quiet area. We are tucked back toward the waterfront, far from the road. You can walk to almost everywhere, but biking and driving would be the fastest way to get around. We are minutes from the Friendship Trail, which is a long paved trail for walking, running, cycling, or rollerblading. Very close to the fun! Minutes from restaurants, shops & the beach!
This home is a licensed short term rental and we look forward to hosting you and your family. Licence # STR-000172 No smoking inside the house. HST excluded in price. Minimum age requirement is 25 years old. We are happy to host your pet as well. Additional $75 fee for pets will be charged. Please contact for other inquiries.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
Up to 99 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Gravel flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No lift (single-level property)
Single level property
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On a lake
Things to do
Kayak
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
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 99 kg per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property Registration Number STR-000172
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Property is also known as
735312
About the area
Located in Fort Erie, this holiday home is on a lake. Fort Erie Historical Museum and Whispering Pines Art Studio & Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Peace Bridge and Wilcox Mansion - Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site. Port Colborne Historical and Marine Museum and Roselawn Centre for the Arts are also worth visiting. Visit our Fort Erie travel guide
Is Charming Bunk Cottage on Beautiful Bay Beach! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 99 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at Charming Bunk Cottage on Beautiful Bay Beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Bunk Cottage on Beautiful Bay Beach!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charming Bunk Cottage on Beautiful Bay Beach! located?
Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lake Erie and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Crystal Beach Waterfront Park. Fort Erie Historical Museum and Whispering Pines Art Studio & Gallery are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Charming Bunk Cottage on Beautiful Bay Beach! Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
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Spent two nights here and had a wonderful time. The cottage definitely exceeded expectations!
Fully stocked with everything you may need. Lots of privacy, easy access to the beach and a very accommodating host. The cottage itself is loaded with charm, clean and very well kept. The covered veranda was great for playing cards bug-free at night and a perfect spot for breakfast. You’re only a 10-15 minute walk to the main entrance of Crystal Beach, which you can do along the road or along the beach.
Will be back next year for sure. Perfect for families or a few couples looking to have a relaxing time at the beach
My elderly husband and I, our son and 10 year old grandson enjoyed our four days at the very clean, roomy cottage with screened porch which is not on the beach but has access). The beautiful beach is great for swimming. However we were unable to get in for about an hour when we arrived on a hot, humid day because there is a trick to opening the door ( which has a key code) we were not apprised of. We appealed to the nice neighbors in the front cottage who tried the door and couldn’t get in either. I finally was able to reach vrbo customer service which called the owner who sent someone over to rescue us. He noted you have to pull the door toward you. Maybe include this in the instructions? And include a contact phone in the emailed cottage instructions? That info is available inside the cottage but doesn’t help if you can’t get in.
Very cute cottage with everthing we needed to enjoy ourselves. The private beach was nice. The TV with Netflix was a nice added feature. Id definitely book again.
M H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Derek G.
14 Oct 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Lots of space, but not so bright and new as the photos make it look. Smelled very musty and had a dehumidifier running in the kitchen that filled every day, demonstrating how damp it is. The kitchen drawers don't open without opening the dishwasher or oven doors to clear handles. The screened in porch is nice, but overgrown with weeds around and the grill pictured in the ad is not useable and rusted and dirty.The BBQ cart seemed ready to fall apart and the bunkhouse itself is not at all private. It looks out to a wide open field, between driveways and carports, making it a bit of a fishbowl feel with blinds open in bedrooms. The grass was uncut and the property overall wasn't very well kept.The other completely inaccurate thing in the ad is Lakeview. There is absolutely no lake view. Access to the beach is via what made us feel like trespassers between two houses. The ropes and posts installed by the neighbors, while we were there, made it clear they aren't happy about a rental property. It's also the only part of beach where neighbors have roped off boundaries. Clearly they are unhappy and our family could feel the stares of hatred as we walked through the disgnated area to reach the beach. We only went a couple of times because it was so uncomfortable.10AM checkout is also early, but we knew that.The rooms and beds were comfortable and spacious, and the bathrooms were nice as well.The host was nice and responsive, so no issues at all from that perspective.