Driftwood on the Beach

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Excellent

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

Beach view
Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Parking available
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Wheatley, ON

Wheatley Harbour
‪4 min walk‬
Wheatley Provincial Park
‪5 min drive‬
Point Pelee National Park
‪17 min drive‬
Chatham, ON (XCM-Chatham-Kent)
‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Adventure Awaits

1 Double Bed

Bird’s Nest

1 Double Bed

Lakeview

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Wake up to the sunrise over Lake Erie. Take relaxing walks along the beach, build a campfire at night and escape with the sounds of the waves as you drift off to sleep. You can also spend your days soaking up the sun on our private part of the beach.

Property manager

Catherine Kaczmar

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

6 guests max. No additional visitors. No parties-you will be asked to leave immediately without a refund.

All guests must access and use the beach near our fire-pit, in front of Driftwood and remain on our property. Stay off of neighbor’s lawns and beach.

Use the boat launch at Wheatley Harbor for your watercraft. Do not drive any vehicles on the lawn to access the beach or the deck.

Important information

You need to know

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Chatham-Kent

Located in Chatham-Kent, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Erie and Point Pelee National Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Wheatley, ON

What's nearby

Wheatley Harbour - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Wheatley Provincial Park - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
Hillman Marsh Conservation Area - 12 min drive - 9.0 km
Leamington Municipal Marina - 17 min drive - 14.2 km
Point Pelee National Park - 17 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

Windsor, ON (YQG) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

‪iScreams - ‬4 min drive
‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
‪Loop Fisheries Ltd - ‬2 min drive
‪Lucky Wok Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
‪Car Barn Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Driftwood on the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Driftwood on the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Driftwood on the Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Driftwood on the Beach located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Lake Erie and Wheatley Harbour. Kopegaron Woods Conservation Area and Wheatley Provincial Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

8.8

Excellent

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

10 Aug 2024

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

Great summer getaway!

We enjoyed our stay once again at Driftwood on the Beach! Place was very clean and ready for us earlier than expected. Cottage is in great shape and well stocked for all of our family’s needs. Catherine is very responsive to any questions that come up.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tim Z.

16 Sept 2023

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

Restful Vacation

The six of us that stayed at Driftwood on the Beach, thoroughly enjoyed our stay and visiting the surrounding area. The house was clean, neat, and very comfortable for the six of us. When some little things came up with the house or we had questions, Catherine was quick to reply and have answers for us. I would recommend this property to others who want a nice time away in this area.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Nadia L.

12 Sept 2023

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

Lovely place!

Lovely place to stay! Everything you need! Liked that there were 2 large tables and 2 sitting areas plus the deck to read. Space was well used!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sejal B.

10 Sept 2023

Liked: Check-in

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Worst experience ever!

Initially the worst thing was the large number of large dead fish on the beach and in the water with the terrible accompanying smell. The cottage is beside large commercial fishing plants and directly in front of a water treatment plant. I was in complete shock when the neighbour came running at us as apparently my 4yr old and I had stepped over the property line to get to the beach. Later, our small Hobie Wave was pushed by strong waves back on to the beach. This time, she was screaming and verbally abusive, bullying us and scaring our son. We were not loud, or being disturbing. Just my husband, 4yr old and I. Catherine messaged us quite rudely telling us that we were violating the rules by "trespassing" on the neighbours property. We were already super defensive and complained strongly. She got angry with us and decided to punish us by having us leave immediately and resorted to threats and ignored all our calls. Our 4yr old had not eaten yet, we fed and parked him in front of the TV and packed as fast as we could. By 10:00 pm we were finally loaded up and got home around 3:00 am, continuing to get threatening messages from the owner until we left. The level of verbal abuse, repeated threats of calling the police - as if we were doing something criminal? Perhaps the color of our skin made them think that they can treat us the way they did. We made a complaint with VRBO who said that they would monitor the owner for other reports of a similar nature.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

20 Aug 2023

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

slice of heaven

this property had all that you could ask for. the owners thought of everything a person would need for a comfortable stay from a well equipped kitchen to a lint brush. my only next step would be a better bbq. the one there was adequate at best

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

12 Aug 2023

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

Great cottage!

We really enjoyed our stay at Driftwood! Very clean and well updates cottage with all the comforts of home! Very well maintained. Great beach right out front which was very private. Great deck at front of cottage for everyone to relax on! Host was very responsive whenever we had a question. We hope to stay here again next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Barbara B.

28 July 2023

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

Delighted with Driftwood

We had a wonderful time at Driftwood. The place was lovely and clean with every amenity that we could want. The beds and bedding were comfortable. We spent most of our time enjoying the outdoors and still being protected by the covered deck. The only thing I can suggest is that the oven needs cleaning. Everything else was spotless.

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

17 July 2023

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

Amazing!!!!!!

The cleanliness of this cottage was out of this world! The kitchen was fully stocked with every small appliance imaginable! The private beach was perfect for swimming and relaxing in the sand! Furniture and beds were very comfortable. The washer and dryer came in handy after going to the beach. Neighborhood was quiet. The perfect cottage to get away and relax! We will be renting this again next year!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abdul H.

28 Aug 2022

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

Nice place

Enjoyed every minute of my stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad P.

19 Aug 2022

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

Exceeded Expectations

Where to start… overall expectations were exceeded. Very well kept and very clean cottage. All amenities were available, more than we expected. More than enough dishes and cookware. There isn’t anything that we needed that wasn’t available. Very nice decor. We celebrated my fathers Birthday and he was extremely happy with everything as well. Catherine is a great and prompt communicator. We felt comfortable and safe and had a wonderful relaxing time during our stay. Lots of birds to watch. Sound of the waves can be heard throughout the property. Great atmosphere and great place. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Ainsley P.

1 Aug 2022

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

Family time

Was a cute place with large yard and walk out right to the beach. Great for the kids to play and enjoy the sunshine.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

20 July 2022

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

Driftwood on the Beach

We had such a great week! The beach was lovely, a little rocky before you hit sand, but nothing water shoes didn't remedy. The lake was warm and the kids had a blast! The cottage was well appointed and Catherine was very responsive to our inquiries. Leamington is really close by for groceries and there is a beautiful park and beach there that I highly recommend visiting! Book this cottage!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ewa M.

10 July 2022

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

Good times, great memories 🧡

Gorgeous private beach, awesome amenities, and speedy responses to any questions! We had a lovely time, thank you Catherine! 😊💛

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Beth R.

29 June 2022

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

Great place for touring Point Pelee and local wineries and shops.

The inside amenities to the cottage could not have been more perfect. Kitchen well-stocked with appliances, cutlery and dishes, spices. The setting on the beach was excellent (the host had warned us about the black flies and they did indeed keep us from enjoying the beach but the porch was wonderful and the flies didn't disturb us as much there). The only request we would make for future guests is better outdoor chairs/lounges. These were not great. Wonderful host communication though! Thank you so much.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Catherine Kaczmar

Growing up on the shores of Lake Erie, I enjoyed the summers filled with family, friends and all the fun this area has to offer. I want to share our family’s home so that others can enjoy walks along the beach and discovering the wonders of southern Ontario.

Why they chose this property

The deck and yard offer the perfect place to soak up the sun or relax in the shade. It is such a beautiful place to be present and enjoy your time with ours or taking a moment to yourself.

What makes this property unique

Our home is set apart from our neighbors giving you a spectacular view of Lake Erie. You can walk off the deck, across our park-like lawn to the lake shore for a stroll on the beach.

Languages:

English

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Adventure Awaits

Bird’s Nest

Lakeview

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

About this property