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At a Glance ↑↓
- Sleeps 4 (2 queen bedrooms)
- Good swimming for adults, shallow entry for children
- Kayak, adult PFDs, bring own child-size PFDs
- One well-behaved dog up to 75 lbs welcome (no cats please)
- Unlimited Wi-Fi, Smart TV
- Firepit
- Central AC
Overview ↑↓
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Save 16% on a 2 night stay at Talbot-Birchview Cottage till May 31! Total cost for a 2-night weekend away is $744.67 all in! A perfect escape for a couple or small family. Unlimited Internet, Smart TV and an electric infrared "wood stove" to cozy up to. Book your family winter getaway now. No promo code required, book online.
There are some terms that get overused and to be honest we think that "hidden gem" might be one of those terms when it comes to real estate and cottage rentals - but then again, sometimes it's exactly the right phrase to use. The Talbot River lazily flows between Canal Lake at Bolsover Ontario, just northeast of Beaverton, and Lake Simcoe. Quite frankly we were surprised to find such a delightful pair of cottages this close to the GTA. At just a little over an hour from the Don Valley/401 interchange, Talbot-by-the-Lake cottages are a perfect choice for an extended family that wants a pair of cottages side by side - perfect for sharing a cottage vacation but allowing each to have some space of their own.
Talbot-by-the-lake - Birchview has a kitchen, dining area, living room and 2 bedrooms and sleeps 4. It has a fire pit, smart TV, Wifi, and is air-conditioned.
While there will be occasional boats passing by, the island in that dominates the view also shields you from the traffic of the Trent-Severn Waterway - which by the way, is also accessible to you should you wish to bring a boat. Swimming from the docks is quite good - the gentle current of the river prevents any excessive weed build up. You may occasionally see some weed carried into the bay from nearby Canal Lake, but these are easily dealt with.
The local store just down the road has what you need for groceries and the basics. Also just on the other side of that island is the Western Trent Golf Club - a nice little 9-hole track for you to enjoy during your stay. Beaverton, Fenelon Falls and Orillia are all within a half hour's drive, each offering something unique to cottage country visitors.
While Birchview is wonderful for a small family, you may want to also rent the adjacent cottage Pineview, allowing for a medium to large family gathering with separate spaces.
Check out Cathy's We've Stayed Here - Talbot - Birchview Cottage
Inside Talbot - Birchview
- Sleeps 4
- 2 queen bedrooms
- 3-piece bathroom with shower stall
- Fully-equipped kitchen (no dishwasher)
- Smart TV - streaming services available using own acccount
- Unlimited Wi-Fii
- Electric, infrared "wood stove"
- Central ductless heat pump/AC unit supplying whole cottage
Outside the Cottages
- Small deck
- Propane BBQ
- Kayak, adult PFDs, bring own child-size PFDs
- 16' D x 24' W docks with outdoor dining
- Large lawned play area
- Firepit with grilling equipment
Things you need to know:
- Please note in February of 2023, the cottage owner noticed construction on a new cottage had starts on the neighbouring 1.5 acre lot. The foundation has been poured and exterior work is underway. Some construction noise may be heard during your stay in Spring/Summer 2023.
- One well-behaved dog up to 75 lbs permitted, but no cats please.
- Linens and indoor towels are provided for all rentals; please bring your own outdoor towels
- A mandatory post-rental cleaning service is provided at an additional cost of $150
- The cottage's waterfront has a north easterly exposure
- The ladder in the photos is for decoration only and the loft area is not accessible for guests
- While there is no limit on download activity for this cottage, experience has shown that smooth streaming and/or video-conferencing may not be reliably depended upon.