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Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River.

Family-friendly houseboat in North Grenville

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Moored in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage waterway, this houseboat offers an unforgettable retreat. Unwind with a campfire or take to the water by kayak, paddle-board or for a leisurely cruise along the historic Rideau Canal.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River.

Enjoy this spacious houseboat by leaving it at the dock and treating it as your cottage and play on the nearly half-acre property. Have a campfire. Play frisbee. Try the kayak and paddle-board. Swim at the public beach directly across the river. Take a short drive to any number of beautiful small towns nearby, like historic Merrickville or Manotick or Kemptville. It's only 30 minutes to downtown Ottawa and the Parliament buildings, too.
OR, take the houseboat for a cruise if you have a Pleasure Craft Operator's Card, which is easy to obtain if you don't have one already. Cruise for as little as $300/day off-season! There is no better way to see the region than from this UNESCO World Heritage waterway! See the historic Rideau Canal, and go through the still-hand-operated locks like it was 1850! There is no end to the possibilities!
This property is friendly to pets under 50 pounds, with a maximum of two pets. A pet fee of $50 per stay applies.

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Solar energy

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
2 total (up to 23 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 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
This property uses solar energy
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
Property Registration Number Not required

About the area

Located in North Grenville, this houseboat is in a rural area and on a river. Rideau Canal and Watson's Mill are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pirate Cove Marina and Sandy Mountain Golf Course. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our North Grenville travel guide
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Kemptville, ON

What's nearby

  • Rideau Canal which includes boating, a river or creek and street scenes
    Rideau Canal
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ottawa_CanadianTireCentre_6072511-3
    Canadian Tire Centre
    28 min drive - 55.8 km
  • Parliament Hill which includes an administrative building and heritage architecture
    Parliament Hill
    36 min drive - 60.9 km
  • Ottawa_CasinoduLacLeamy_6191545-7
    Casino du Lac Leamy
    42 min drive - 64.5 km
  • Veterans Commemorative Park
    2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Ottawa Fallowfield Station
    25 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW)
    33 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Marlborough Pub & Eatery
    11 min drive
  • Al’s Drive-In
    7 min drive
  • Tim Hortons
    10 min drive
  • Tim Hortons
    8 min drive
  • Brewed Awakenings
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River. located?

This family-friendly North Grenville houseboat is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Rideau Canal and Veterans Commemorative Park. Gideon Adams Park and Pirate Cove Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River. 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. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kym N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Outdoor Space

This property is in a lovely location with some marvellous outdoor options. It is close enough to Ottawa to be able to experience all the area has to offer yet far enough out to find peaceful relaxation if you prefer. The houseboat is such a unique experience. The host is very helpful and personable.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was as described in the ad so no suprises. The host had a personal emergency but still made sure that we had what we needed and took the time to show us how everything worked. Would definitely go again. The area is very scenic being right on the river. Worth it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantelle K.

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

Reconnecting on the water

The pictures don't do the property justice. When we arrived, we were so excited to stah on a house boat. The location was great easy to find. Its a great distance from town close drive but far enough away from the hustle and bussle. It is located near a road that the odd truck can be heard(we're from a big city so it didn't bother us and was quieter then we're use to) the water and scenery around was gorgeous, the first morning we woke up to a family of otters playing in the water my girls were in love. There was a paddleboard and kayak for our use which we used everyday. Trevor was very friendly and helpful during our stay and was very easy to get a hold of it we had any questions. We had amazing weather and enjoyed every part of our stay. Because it is near water(in water) there is lots of bugs so if your not a fan of bugs this is not for you, however with some big spray and access to inside we survived. It was great to get away from the hustle and bussle of the big city and connect with nature and hang out as a family with no distractions. Our girls had no wifi,tv,video games and not once did they complain they were bored. We had a great stay, great sleep and a great view. Next time we may try driving the boat. truck could be heardsomeone's h but we
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Agatha L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trevor was very accommodating! We enjoyed watching turtles, ducks, muskrats, and even a heron! The boat was very cozy. We had a fantastic week of exploring Ottawa!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location and accommodation
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mellissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay and couldn't have asked for better weather. We came equipped with everything we could think of and we hardly needed any of it because most of it was already provided. Having the ice cream boat roll up to our dock to serve us was the cherry on top of the literal sundae, thanks again, Trevor!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay on the houseboat! We were in Ottawa bringing our son back to University and decided to extend our stay and enjoy a few extra nights and have a getaway weekend. Everything was spotlessly clean and in excellent working order. We had everything we needed to host a dinner on the dock with friends too. Thank-you
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John T.

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

Rideau river

Trevor was a great host and was accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Awesome experience!

Such a cool rental! Whenever we went out on the water we got a lot of inquiries about the boat. The host, Trevor and his son, were so amazing! So helpful, instructive, patient and nice. I highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Linda S.

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

Good place to stay

The houseboat is a fun place to stay. Bedrooms are wall to wall bed with no room for luggage, but it IS a houseboat. One bed up in the loft so someone needs to climb the ladder. No air con but fans and open window cooled at night. Well equipped with dishes etc. Nice bedding. Could use some newer towels. Really clean. The host could not have been more accomodating. A pleasure to deal with. Would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cécile C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Séjour idylliques dans le confort avec des vues imprenables, nous avons adoré le lieu et le lodgement. Trevor a été un hôte parfait en nous montrant tout ce dont nous avions besoin. À refaire sans hésitation.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time! The houseboat is super well equipped (everything we needed in the kitchen, life jackets, kayak, paddle board, games, etc.) and very comfortable. We were six adults and had plenty of room to move around and were able to sit around the table for meals and nightly cribbage games. The bathroom is full size and had no problems heating up the water in the hot water tank for showers using the battery/solar panel when we could not dock where there was electricity. We navigated to the top of Jones Falls without issues. The owner was very pleasant and accommodating, he took the time to explain all the features of the houseboat and answer our questions. It was a very pleasant experience allowing us to discover a nice area of the country.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025