Welcome to Lakeview Retreat
Lake View from the Firepit
Cottage View from Water
Path down to the water
Waterfront
Entry & Kitchen
Entrance
Plenty of gathering spaces
double sided fireplace
Fireplace & TV seating
Gathering with fireplace and TV
TV & fireplace seating
TV seating
Open concept with stairs to the right
Kitchen and dining areas
Kitchen
Bright and summer ready
Dining to BBQ & Deck
Dining table and view
Kitchen view
Door to the BBQ and deck
BBQ and dining area
Deck Seating
Deck seating
Family room view
View from the dock
View from Cottage Deck
Waterfront Deck
Waterfront Deck
Deck and waterfront
Firepit
Bedroom
Primary bedroom view
Primary bedroom
Primary Bedroom
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom
Secondary bedroom
Secondary bedroom
Secondary bedroom view
View from second bedroom patio
Lower level hallway
Bunkroom
Bunkroom
Bunkroom
Bunkroom
Bunkroom
Lakeview
Lakeview
Dock
Dock
View from deck
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Firepit overlooking the lake
Lakeview
Halfway down the path to the water
Water toys
Sundeck
Shoreline
View from dock with stone steps into water
Waterside firepit and sundeck
View from dock
Arriving at Lakeview Retreaet
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At a Glance ↑↓
- Total guests 6 (including all children)
- Non-shedding dogs up to medium size are welcome, no cats please
- BBQ and firepit with a starter supply of firewood
- Wood-burning stove
- Large dock with ladder for easy entry and waterfront deck
- Smart TV with DVD player, unlimited Wi-Fi, smart speaker
- 2 Kayaks, canoe, 2 paddleboards, floating mat
- Outdoor dining table
Overview ↑↓
This beautiful cottage rental in the Kawarthas, on beautiful, quiet White Lake is conveniently located just 25 minutes from Kinmount, 40 minutes from Bobcaygeon, and less than 3 hours from Toronto. The well-treed lot provides privacy from neighbouring cottages, while still allowing guests to admire a clear view of the lake. The cottage is bright and airy, with a clean feel and attractive design and furnishings. There is a modern, fully-equipped, kitchen that is perfect for group meals (no dishwasher), a large dining table with seating for 8, living room with wood-burning fireplace, and even a telescope for those wanting to enjoy the star-filled sky at night. On the other side of the fireplace, there's a separate seating area that's set up as a TV room, with a smart TV and comfortable seating. Two of the bedrooms have queen beds, and the third bedroom has two sets of single bunks, perfect for kids to make memories at the cottage! The cottage also includes a 3-piece bathroom with walk-in shower (no tub).
Outside, there is a large deck overlooking the lake, with an outdoor dining table. The deck faces south, providing lots of sun exposure, but there's an umbrella to provide some shade! In front of the cottage, you'll find a firepit with ample seating to enjoy the summer nights and great conversations. Down at the waterfront, there's another large deck with plenty of seating, plus another umbrella to provide shade. Whether you would like to enjoy a meal on the deck, relax by the water or enjoy the traditional cottage s'mores around the firepit, this waterfront cottage rental has spectacular views on all levels! Entry to the water is shallow, perfect for small children, and there's also easy entry from the dock via the ladder.
Nearby, be sure to visit Highland Cinemas in Kinmount (25 mins), a unique multiplex theatre and film museum, where you can not only watch a recently released movie, but also view the displays leading to each theatre, and even stop by and admire the extensive cat sanctuary surrounding the theatre! Bobcaygeon is just 40 minutes away with its picturesque downtown (offering the best shopping in the area), the Haliburton Forest and Wildlife Reserve is just an hour away - there you can visit the world-renowned Wolf Centre, take a Walk in the Clouds, and much more!
Inside the Cottage
- Total guests 6 (including all children)
- 3 bedrooms (2 queen beds, 1 with 2 sets of bunks with trundle beds) - see note under “Things You Need to Know” about the location of the bedrooms and bathroom.
- 1 3-piece bathroom (accessible friendly shower)
- Wood-burning stove
- Smart TV with DVD player, smart speaker
- Unlimited Wi-Fi
- Fully-equipped kitchen (no dishwasher)
- Washer (no dryer)
Outside the Cottage
- BBQ and firepit with a starter supply of firewood
- Outdoor dining table
- Waterfront dock with large deck, and sun umbrella, overlooking the lake
- 2 Kayaks, canoe, 2 paddleboards, floating mat
- Large dock with ladder for easy entry
Things you need to know:
- Non-shedding dogs up to medium size are welcome, no cats please
- Please note that, according to the municipality’s bylaws, all dogs must be leashed or tethered on the property when outside. Dogs are not permitted to roam leash-free.
- This cottage is in the Municipality of Trent Lakes; Licence # STRA-2026-31. The Municipal STR Licence restricts the cottage to maximum 6 people at any given time during your stay.
- Linens are not provided - please bring your own
- The bedrooms and bathroom are on the lower floor, down a set of stairs that may pose difficulty to anyone with mobility challenges
- Rentals include a cleaning service; however, the departure checklist must be completed
- Garbage and recycling removal is required
- There is no boat launch on this lake
- Watercraft are available seasonally when conditions allow (typically Victoria Day to Thanksgiving, depending on water levels, safety, and weather); refunds will not be provided if conditions prevent use.
Waterfront
White Lake is a quiet lake, great for swimming and quiet enjoyment. There is shallow entry to the lake, perfect for young children, with a mix of rock, sand, and pebble, and southern exposure. It's mainly clear of weeds in the swimming area. Although there are motor boats on the lake, the traffic and noise is minimal.Close-By Attractions
- Highlands Cinemas. Not just a unique multi-plex theatre featuring currently available movies, it's also a museum showcasing the history of film and kitschy items from each decade, and a cat sanctuary outside! (25 mins)
- Kinmount. Take a self-guided historical walking tour of Kinmount, visit the Kinmount Farmer's Market (held Saturdays in the park, the Kinmount Model Railroad and Museum, or the Kinmount Fair, the largest county fair in the area - (held every Labour Day weekend.
- Haliburton Forest & Wildlife Reserve. Visit a sustainably managed forest that's open to the public (for a fee), with many kilometres of hiking and snowmobiling trails, a lumber museum, a world-renowned Wolf Centre, even take a Walk in the Clouds if you're feeling adventurous! (1 hour)
- Bobcaygeon. You'll find everything you want and need in scenic downtown Bobcaygeon. Bobcaygeon boasts one of Ontario's largest suppliers of shoes and swimwear (Bigley's), as well as elegant home decor shops, unique gift shops, sporting supplies and services, and beautiful clothing stores. (40 mins)
- Kawartha Settler's Village. What was once a thriving family farm, Kawartha Settlers' Village is now home to a fascinating collection of over 20 historic homes and buildings. Experience what life was like for pioneers in the Kawarthas as you stroll leisurely through the Village and discover artifacts from 1830 - 1935. (40 mins)
