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Lake Front Retreat with boat access and private beach

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Single Bed
Double Bed
king Bed
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Lowbanks, ON
  • Long Beach Conservation Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Rock Point Provincial Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Byng Island Conservation Area
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • St. Catharines, ON (YCM-Niagara District)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Lake Front Retreat with boat access and private beach

Newly renovated beach home on Lake Erie, home to some of the greatest fresh water fishing in the world. Fresh water diving lake erie has more than 200 shipwrecks!! Fun for everyone, with a 45-minute drive to Niagara Falls or a 40-minute drive to get to the vineyards to visit the wineries of Niagara. Or you can just stay in and stay on your private beach and relax.

Property manager

Devin Vanderlaan
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Please contact before booking with pets.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 2440240ONTARIOINC

About the area

Lowbanks

Located in Haldimand County, this holiday home is on the beach. Lake Erie and Long Beach Conservation Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Wainfleet Bog Conservation Area and Port Colborne Historical and Marine Museum. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Lowbanks, ON

What's nearby

  • Long Beach Conservation Park - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Mohawk Island Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Rock Point Provincial Park - 11 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Byng Island Conservation Area - 18 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Fallsview Casino - 51 min drive - 52.8 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton, ON (YHM-John C. Munro Hamilton Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Mate Restaurant - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Al's Minature Golf and Snack Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mohawk Marina & Hippo's Lake Erie Perch - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪DJ's Roadhouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mohawk Marina & Cottage Rentals - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Front Retreat with boat access and private beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Lake Front Retreat with boat access and private beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Front Retreat with boat access and private beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Front Retreat with boat access and private beach located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is steps from Lake Erie and within 6 mi (10 km) of Mohawk Island Lighthouse and Long Beach Conservation Park. Rock Point Provincial Park and Morgan's Point Conservation Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marianne J. S.

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

Great stay!

Clean, modern interior makes for a very relaxing stay. Enough bedrooms to accomodate several people. Nice patio. Beach access as advertised. Rocky beach. Waterfront had a lot of algae you have to walk through if you want to swim, but other than that very pleasant to spend time by the lake. Lots of great things to do in the surrounding area within 30min drive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmela D.

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

Lake house

Cottage was very clean and spacious. Hosts were very kind. We had a great week! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

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

Absolutely perfect!

The home is beautiful on a beautiful lake. The house has EVERYTHING you need. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne R.

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

A fun getaway

This place is immaculate and is just like the photos. It’s equipped with everything u need. The view of the lake is awsome. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsay R.

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

Lakefront Holiday

My favorite parts of the cottage (really a house) 1) views of Lake Erie. Such a beautiful view especially in the mornings. Great front deck with comfy outdoor furniture. 2) layout of the house. 2 bedrooms upstairs and 2 bedroom downstairs which was a perfect setup for us. 3) kitchen was fully equipped and my husband loved the grill. 4) comfortable beds with extra pillows and blankets. 5) hippos. Became one of our favorite spots. 6) location close to public beach access and Dunnville has grocery stores and restaurants. 7) host Devin was always available, responded quickly and check in process was super easy. Things that weren’t my favorite parts: 1) coffee machine wasn’t cleaned when we arrived. Not a huge deal…we just cleaned it. 2) bathroom setup. I was not a fan of the shower but we adapted. The glass door opened from the back so it was hard to turn the shower on without getting hit with ice cold water, floor was slippery (could use a bath mat - there could have been one that we didn’t see) and there was no seat or ledge so it was hard to wash legs and shave. 3) bugs…everywhere. Little natty bugs that got into the house. I think the side door needs a new liner (we never opened the back door at night) and we noticed a gap between the door and frame so we think the bugs got in that way. When we got up in the morning the ceiling would be covered in bugs. We ended up vacuuming them up every morning. So just be aware if you hate bugs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda T.

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

Lake house retreat

This was the second time we’ve stayed at this cottage. It was as lovely as the first time. You are in walking distance of food and you can drive 10 minutes up the road to the public beach access as well. The cottage itself is very well kept and the fact that they allow us to bring our two dogs is just amazing, It can be so hard to find vacation rentals that allow larger dogs and has room for 6 people. I would recommend to anyone looking for a cottage rental right on the lake. :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

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

Birthday Tri-fecta

What a wonderful home in a wonderful location. I can’t say enough about this property and it’s Hosts. Very accommodating and communicated in the most professional manner. Beds were super comfortable. The home had a beachy vibe yet homey. I commend them on their outdoor seating, high quality and extremely comfortable. 6 out of 5 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

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

Delightful stay for the solar eclipse!

Lovely home in a lovely setting! This home is superbly refinished and wonderfully inviting. The owners clearly care about their home and the comfort of their guests, and are responsive and easy to communicate with. Plenty of towels, linens, and pillows. Basic shower necessities also provided (shampoo, etc.) No dishwasher, but this home is for vacation (no dish washing for me!), so we enjoyed many dinners out in the nearby towns. Lots of restaurants in Port Colborne, Dunnville, and on the way to Crystal Beach. I traveled here with my husband, two children (12 & 16), and mother-in-law (80) for the solar eclipse, and we were all very comfortable. We enjoyed a morning fossil hunting at Rock Point Provincial Park and the boys even braved the frigid water for a "polar plunge" following the solar eclipse. We enjoyed the evening in the adirondack chairs by the firepit on the beach. Magnificent sunsets and sunrises abound here. Quiet town. Gorgeous lake views. Enjoy! *For those who are wondering, the primary bathroom is located on the first floor along with two of the four bedrooms (a king and a twin). The other two bedrooms (a double and a queen) and a spacious half bath are located on the second floor.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison N.

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

Family time

Spent time relaxing on the deck and by the lake. Enjoyed having close proximity to a boat launch - lots of time spent on PWC and paddle boards. All in all a most enjoyable time was had by the entire family
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

ANGELA B.

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

Beautiful cottage

Beautiful cottage with all the amenities you could ask for. We stayed for 6 days. We had a wonderful stay which included 4 adults and a 3 year old. Lots of thoughtful things for guests included. We enjoyed the board games and corn hole! A short drive to Wainfleet where you will find just the loveliest stretch of beach and crystal clear water and it’s free! Short drive into Dunnville if you happen to forget something or need anything. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter & Linda C.

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

Serene View

The view of Lake Erie is magnificent. I really enjoyed the sunrise. Hard to call this a cottage is really more like a house. Very well laid out comfortable and equipped. Super clean. I liked the rural vibe in that area. It was a nice drive both to Port colborne and Welland . Also Rock point provincial Park was great. My husband and I and her grandchildren enjoyed looking for fossils and found plenty of them. Devin was readily available when I needed to clarify anything. We have stayed in many VRBO accommodations and this rated in the top tier.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Family time at lakehouse

The property is nicely renovated with all the comforts of home and a well stocked kitchen. The beds and linen were comfy with lots of space for our family of 4. During our stay (Aug) the water was warm but the beach was quite rocky. The lake bottome is sandy once you get out from the shore. Hippos is a nice place to grab a bite and drink, just a few doors down. Our kids enjoyed seeing the horse and goats at the hobby farm (10 min walk). The road between the house and beach was somewhat busy during the day but quiet at night. Good star gazing if you get a clear evening. Was a fun week at the lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamra F.

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

Lakeside Retreat

Fabulous cottage at the lake! Exactly as advertised. We enjoyed the proximity to Hippo's.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S., WEST MOORS, UK

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

Great stay at Lowbanks for our family

This is a great place to stay, superbly appointed accommodation, lovely location, friendly neighbours, convenient for the Marina and Hippos takeaway. And Devin is an excellent host, who is always reachable, polite and attentive. Perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

rita m.

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

Charming cottage with direct lakeside access

We had a lovely stay at the cottage here. The cottage itself was very modern and well-appointed. It was exactly as listed. The beach was a bit rocky up on the shoreline for swimming, but once you walked out about 10 feet, it became sand and was a nice wading height for an average adult. Hippos is a minute-walk away and it is a reasonable driving distance from downtown Dunnville, Port Maitland and Long Beach. We had a very peaceful stay and appreciated the quick and gentle communications of the owner. My only suggestion is that the towels provided were quite small, three just fit for my children, and there was only one extra toilet paper roll provided (for a group of 5 staying over 3 nights). Not sure if that was an oversight by the housekeeper, but it would be better not to worry about running out of TP. The neighbourhood is very tranquil and it's very easy to walk along North Shore road, by the lake. Every plot is private property though, so you're really only able to walk on the road and need to be careful of vehicle traffic. It's fine for adults, but with children you need to keep an eye on them. Overall, it was a very comfortable and relaxing stay. I would definitely recommend it, especially for adults and pets!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Vacation with family

Had a very nice stay. House was just as advertised, no surprises! Would definitely look to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Week getaway

We loved the cottage. It had everything you could ever need. The beds were so comfortable and the house was spotless. Devyn was great and offered suggestions on day trips. The beach was just what we needed for a week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda T., Hamilton, Canada

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

Lakeside Retreat

We love the beaches at Lowbanks and it was so nice to be able to find such a beautiful cottage right by the lake that allowed dogs! We truly enjoyed our stay! Hippos was great for a quick snack as well it’s not even a 5 min walk from the cottage! :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick F.

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

Lovely Cottage by the Lake

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the cottage. Exactly as described but the pictures really don’t do it justice. Great place to walk our dog too. We would definitely recommend it and would love to stay again if we are ever back in the area. Loved it!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Chantal H., Mississauga

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

Great house!

Love the house. Had a great time. Town close by. Would have loved if there wasn’t a street in front of the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Norma T.

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

Lowbanks Getaway

This weekend was a sister’s getaway for my two sisters and myself. We had a fabulous time. The cottage was exactly as we saw online and more. Spotless, modern and very comfortable, it was the perfect spot for us. Very relaxing with our own little beach area and campfire pit. A minor problem with the wifi was corrected by the owner with no hesitation. I highly recommend this home. We will definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Istvan G.

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

Perfect

100 percent satisfied
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen N.

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

AMAZING!!!

My family and I stayed at this beautiful cottage for a week in August. The home is incredibly well maintained, the host is accommodating, super friendly and ensured our stay was perfect. The cottage has absolutely everything you will need - you really just need to bring your personal belongings. Everything else is taken care of. It’s super clean, well stocked and such a perfect location right on the lake. Devin also spent some time with us giving us ideas of things to do for the week and his recommendations were top notch. Thank you Devin and Jennifer! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie S.

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

Great stay at a beautiful home!

We had a great stay at Lake Front Retreat. Wonderful location, well equip and Devin was very helpful with every question we had.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Devin Vanderlaan

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