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Nature's Retreat

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Escape to this serene waterfront cottage, where you can unwind by the deck with a hot cocoa or explore vibrant outdoor spaces. Enjoy hiking nearby trails, grilling on the patio, and stunning views of the lake. The cottage offers three cozy bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and amenities like a propane BBQ and fire pit.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 593 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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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.

Nature's Retreat

A cottage is a small, cozy house—traditionally in the countryside or near water.

Simple meaning
A small home, often older or rustic
Usually located in rural areas, lakesides, or vacation spots
Associated with relaxation and a simple lifestyle
In different contexts
In Canada (like Ontario):
A cottage often means a vacation home by a lake where people go in the summer to relax, swim, or enjoy nature.
In the UK:
It usually refers to a traditional small countryside house, sometimes with a garden.
Modern use:
Can also mean a charming, smaller house style, even in suburban areas.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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

Rules

Maximum number of nights per stay: 27 nights

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

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 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
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
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

About the area

Map
Chalk River, ON

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious & Private Cottage | Escape into Nature| Deep River, Algonguin pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Spacious & Private Cottage | Escape into Nature| Deep River, Algonguin ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious & Private Cottage | Escape into Nature| Deep River, Algonguin ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious & Private Cottage | Escape into Nature| Deep River, Algonguin ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious & Private Cottage | Escape into Nature| Deep River, Algonguin located?

Situated in Laurentian Hills, this cottage is steps from Corry Lake and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Laurentian Hills Public Library - Chalk River Branch. Petawawa National Forestry Institute and Deep River Town Hall are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Nature's Retreat 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. 7 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barb W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was well maintained and suitable for a family of 4 adults and a dog. Furnishings were in great condition and location was accessible. Beautiful views of the lake, especially in fall
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

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

Perfect getaway

Host was amazing, home was super clean and included everything I needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan G.

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

Very large cottage on lake with Kayaks, haven for responsible dog owners

Was a very good stay. I was personally there for a work trip but brought my wife and shih-tzus along as well. The property is very well set up for dog owners as there is a fenced dog area to let them go pee and even the front deck has a dog gate. Space is very large and quite modern for a cottage. simple kayaks and canoe's on-site. Simple of the infrastructure (i.e. docks and chairs on dock) could use some some repairs. But overall superb stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location! The cottage was quite spacious. The photos don't really do it justice. It had cooled down quite a bit the week we were there - so limited time spent in the water. (But the kayaks/canoe were great fun when we did take them out.) We were a little disappointed we could not use the wood stove inside (due to the fire ban outdoors). And some rooms smelled a lot like a wet dog. I guess that is what happens when it's a pet friendly space. We had a great time anyways. Kelly was a super host.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Great location

Finding the cottage was really easy. We wish more outside time could be spent, it was a cold weekend. Cleanliness was ok. We found Doritos under the one living table, but otherwise was clean. We appreciated the coffee and condiments provided, but he dishwasher was an added bonus. One disappointment with Vrbo when I cancelled 3 nights to 2nights we were charged the same amount. I would be more careful the next time with a booking All in all we would book this cabin again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

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

Laurentian Hills

Had a nice stay for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Paulla L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
My three sisters and I checked in on July 7 to find the grass not cut for weeks and the trip from the parking area to the cottage very dangerous because the grass had not been cut for weeks and there were no stairs. Access to the firepit area and lake were too dangerous to consider for the four of us in our sixties. While it was advertised that there was an air fryer and wet bar, the air fryer did not exist and the wet bar had no water. We enjoyed the inside, but we all love being outside and were unable to safely enjoy a place that I spent many years as a teenager enjoying. I can only image how dangerous winter would be. Stairs are definitely needed at this site, as would a railing on the outside stairs. The bathroom is listed as accessible, and yes, a wheelchair would fit there, but the sinks are very high as is the tub/shower, so it is not accessible. First impressions are everything and it looked run down, which is sad because it could be beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025