Exterior (swing set not available)
Lawn and Waterfront
Watercraft
Living Room
Living Room View
Dining Room
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bedroom and Gallery View
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bathroom
Dock and River
Riverfront
Dock and River
Exterior (swing set not available)
Left-hand-side Neighbour
Right-hand-side Neighbour (swing set not available)
River Raft
Access to Haliburton Rail Trail - Short Walk Away
Winter View
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At a Glance ↑↓
- Sleeps 8 (max 6 adults)
- River with section for wading, clean & clear for swimming, swim raft
- Canoe, 2 youth kayaks
- Dogs welcome
- Satellite TV, Unlimited Wi-Fi
- Portable dishwasher
- Portable AC unit
Overview ↑↓
This is an ideal location on the Burnt River in the Haliburton Highlands, for nature lovers and those who want to while away their vacation canoeing, fishing or simply being idle on the river.
The Burnt River is a meandering stretch of water that winds its way through the Haliburton Highlands. A well kept secret, the riverbank is dotted with cottages whose owners value the peace and tranquillity this area is known for. No incessant buzzing of seadoos here as the only watercraft you are likely to see are canoes and kayaks and perhaps the occasional pedalboat. Avid canoeists and kayakers will enjoy the day-long trips which can start anywhere from the north end of Lake Kashawigamog through several portages and leading eventually to Canning Lake and the Drag River down to the dam in the town of Kinmount. Swimmers are well catered for with a big dock for lounging and swimming from, and a small, shallow walk-in area.
The chalet-style cottage is attractively decorated with a blue and yellow colour scheme; together with the comfortable furnishings, framed prints and marine collectables, there's a beach house feel about the cottage that we particularly liked. The splash of scatter rugs on colourful laminated floors throughout the home adds to the “coziness factor” of this cottage.
The Great Room spans the width of the cottage overlooking the front lawn and provides a broad view of the riverfront. This room is dividing into two sections – an entertainment area on one side and a play or lounge area on the other side. The kitchen and dining area are an open concept design where the rooms are together, yet separate, and can comfortably accommodate up to 8 people at the table. A large four-piece bathroom is conveniently located off the main hallway leading to the dining and kitchen areas, as is one of the three bedrooms..
Upstairs, the master bedroom opens up into the loft area which overlooks the living room while providing a panoramic view of the river. This area is a great spot to curl up with a book or to just sit back and enjoy the scenery through the floor- to- ceiling windows. A small bathroom and a second bedroom with a captain's bed is tucked away on the back half of the cottage. This is a great set-up for families with small children who want to be within earshot of their bedroom.
Overall this is a great location that previous guests have enjoyed so much they keep coming back!
Inside the Cottage
- Sleeps 8 (Maximum 6 Adults)
- 3 bedrooms (1 double, 1 double with single bunk over, 1 with twin)
- Fully-equipped kitchen with portable dishwasher
- Loft area with chairs overlooking river
- 4-piece bathroom on main floor
- 2-piece bathroom on the upper floor
- Double/Queen Pullout couch
- Enclosed patio area
- Portable AC unit
- 2 large screen Satellite TVs
- Unlimited wireless internet
Outside the Cottage
- Propane Barbeque
- Firepit
- Beautiful river frontage
- Designated canoe route
- Canoe & 2 youth kayaks
- Swim Raft
Things you need to know:
- Well-behaved dogs are welcome at this property
- Linens and indoor towels are provided; please bring your own outdoor towels
- A post-rental cleaning service is not available at this cottage; therefore it is to be left in an ‘as found’ condition
- The cottage has a south-easterly exposure
- The lower level TV/family room is accessed from the lower deck area. Access to the deck is from the front door and via the side of the cottage
Waterfront
There is grass to the shoreline. A shallow section allows for wading out into the water which is clean and clear, then deepens for great swimming.Close-By Attractions
- Rail Trail. The cottage is adjacent to the Victoria Rail Trail, which is an 85 kilometer trail with corridors linking Kinmount to Bethany, through Lindsay. This public trail is open year-round for recreational uses including walking, hiking, cycling, fishing, horseback riding, dog sledding, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and, subject to possession of a valid trail permit, snowmobiling and ATV-ing.
- Nature Trails/Parks. There are two nearby parks. Dahl Forest (5 minutes), offers 7 hiking trails through forests, wetland, and open areas, bisected by the Burnt River. Hiking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, birding, and bird watching are all available there. The Altberg Wildlife Sanctuary Nature Reserve (10 minutes) offers hiking and snowshoeing trails.
- Highlands Cinemas. This unique 5-theatre multiplex theater is built into the home of a local resident, just 5 minutes from the cottage. Even the parking lot is an adventure - consisting of a surprising amount of small parking areas winding their way back through the property. Find your spot and purchase your ticket to the show! While waiting to go in, be sure to wind your way through the theatre (which is really a museum, sorted in decades, of the history of film). If that wasn't enough, outside the house/theater is a cattery, built to support the local stray cat population.
- Golf.There are several golf courses within 20 minutes of the cottage - Gull River Golf Club, The Links at Moncks Landing, and Blairhampton Golf Club..
- Kinmount Fair. The largest country fair in the area attracts people from all over. The fair is held each Labour Day weekend in Kinmount, and this Ontario cottage rental is perfectly situated to attend (5 minutes). There are musical performances, a midway, country dance, contests of various kinds, and even a demolition derby
