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cozy old fashioned cottage in the heart of beautiful Haliburton Highlands

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Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Beach

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Minden Hills, ON
  • Pinestone Golf Course
    9 min drive
  • Head Lake Park
    16 min drive
  • Haliburton Rail Trail
    16 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

cozy old fashioned cottage in the heart of beautiful Haliburton Highlands

Old fashioned cottage built in the 1950's. A perfect retreat for those wishing to get back to nature and how cottages were years ago. 10 minutes from Haliburton and many recreational activities in the area. Comfortable, quiet, serene. One bedroom cottage with wood stove and fully equipped kitchen. Also separate sleeping cabin with twin and bunk beds. Outdoor fire pit overlooking the lake as well as gas bbq. Separate washroom facilities with shower and composting toilet. Sandy beach and dock for swimming and excellent fishing. Canoe provided. 300 ft of water frontage. Wonderful sunsets, listen to the loons and enjoy the deer as they come by to visit.
Nature at its best. Come retreat and renew! Available July to September 30.

PLEASE NOTE: 10-14 day bookings preferred.

Property manager

Joan

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
copy of photo Id is required when booking.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Minden Hills

Located in Minden Hills, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Minden Wild Water Preserve and Head Lake Park, while Haliburton Highlands Museum and Haliburton Sculpture Forest are cultural highlights. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
Map
Minden Hills, ON

What's nearby

  • Pinestone Golf Course - 9 min drive
  • Haliburton Sculpture Forest - 19 min drive
  • Blairhampton Golf Club - 22 min drive
  • Minden Wild Water Preserve - 25 min drive
  • Sir Sam's Ski / Ride - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maple Avenue Tap & Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Rhubarb - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Kosy Korner - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Win Yeung Chinese Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Mill Pond Restaurant - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is cozy old fashioned cottage in the heart of beautiful Haliburton Highlands pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at cozy old fashioned cottage in the heart of beautiful Haliburton Highlands?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at cozy old fashioned cottage in the heart of beautiful Haliburton Highlands?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is cozy old fashioned cottage in the heart of beautiful Haliburton Highlands located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Pinestone Golf Course and within 9 miles (15 km) of Head Lake Park and Haliburton Rail Trail. Rails End Gallery and Arts Centre and Blairhampton Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Trish W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Relaxing Stay
This is our second time at this cottage and once again, we enjoyed every minute. It is such a quaint and unique cottage and has everything to give you that nostalgic cottage feel. The host is super to communicate with. In addition, there is plenty of things to do in the area. Thanks again Joan for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

chris b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nature filled
Quiet and Serene
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is a true gem
As soon as we drove in we could see that the pictures did not do it justice. Joan met us at the cottage and showed us around the property. It has a large frontage so you can barely see the adjacent cottages. The lake is quiet and relaxing. We spent hours sitting on the top porch or on chairs on the dock. The cottage itself is very rustic and cosy and reminded us of places we stayed growing up. Joan texted us the second day to make sure everything was as it should be, and was only a text away if we had questions. We were only 10 minutes away from the town of Halliburton, which is a great place to spend a day. Thanks so much to Joan for making it a perfect getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect rustic cottage
We just loved this beautiful location on a gorgeous lake surrounded by wildlife. The lake was perfect for swimming, we caught fish from the dock and in our kayaks/boat. The cottage is just as advertised, simple and rustic but so perfect for unplugging from our digital world, we loved reconnecting with our teens her through hood old fashioned outdoor fun. Thanks Joan for sharing this perfect getaway with us! We loved looking at the family memories and history in the cottage, such fun to be a part of such a historical property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Octavian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
peaceful, beautiful location
Beautifully-kept summer cottage ! Classic, cosy, comfortable west-facing forest grove on a quiet lake. Sunny dock and small bluff at the water’s edge. Tranquil setting, dog-friendly, great place to read & write. Handy to Haliburton village.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B., Ajax

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
peaceful, beautiful location
Enjoyed a wonderfully quiet stay at my cousin's cottage. Everything was spotless and tidy. Loved seeing the old photos and memorabilia on the walls. Especially loved the various spots to sit and read, either on the dock or up under the pines. The location of this cottage is unparalleled with beautiful views. The canoe is a bit tricky to get out but once in the water was fun to paddle around in and explore the shoreline. Thank you, Joan!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trish W., Chatham-kent, Ontario Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Traditional Cottage At It’s Best
This property exceeded our expectations. Simple and rustic yet it has everything you need for a trip away from the busyness of life. Our hosts were amazing. There is so much to do in the area, including hiking, fishing, canoeing on the beautiful lake, or simply relaxing to read a book or enjoy the sunset. The cottage is unique - a real treasure. Thank you Joan!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine W., Elmira, ON CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint and Private
Great place to relax. Enjoyed easy access to the lake. Our host had the cabin clean, and supply of water and wood greatly appreciated!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nik L., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent classic summer cottage in a shady grove
Beautifully-kept summer cottage ! Classic, cosy, comfortable west-facing forest grove on a quiet lake. Sunny dock and small bluff at the water’s edge. Tranquil setting, dog-friendly, great place to read & write. Handy to Haliburton village.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage!
Well i was looking for somewhere to go just to relax and enjoy nature. This was the perfect place to unwind. Beautiful old style cottage with a view of the lake from every window. Great dock to swim or fish from. Best of all i Didn't have to leash my dog for its a large lot that gives you plenty of privacy, so he had.a great time too!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy T., Toronto, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Lakefront Escape
Beautiful tranquil rustic property on the lake. Great fishing & swimming right off the dock. We had deer, hummingbirds, loons and a family of ducks come visit. Very peaceful and close to Haliburton for all amenities and a great farmers market on Tuesdays. Joan is a wonderful host!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A proper Canadian cottage
A proper Canadian cottage
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply wonderful location and charming property.
An enjoyable, memorable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vance T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great holiday everything was as advertised
We enjoyed everything at this rustic cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tony B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Great location close to nature on beautiful lake
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Veronica P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A truly peaceful place!
We had an amazing time. We did lots of fishing which caught many fish. The tranquility of the lake itself was gorgeous to watch. We really enjoyed the sunsets, the hummingbirds, the deer, the chipmunks, lots of blue Jay birds etc. The cottage was what we expected...old fashioned but clean and very cozy. We just loved everything!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lydia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic traditional cottage time
Excellent communication by the property owner Joan who met with us upon arrival and responded promptly to a few inquiries during our week. We love Joan's family cottage. It's a beautiful natural setting property on a lovely large and deep lake. Enjoyed my daily dive from the dock ! Well equipped kitchen was great for meal preparation. The bathroom being in a separate building might not be for everyone but we were good with it. We hope to return !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tania H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic Cozy
Lovely rustic cottage. Get place to read, swim and canoe. Lake was quiet during our week stay. On a lovely point that seemed to always have a light breeze ... very few mosquitoes. Great location very close to Halliburton
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A peaceful getaway
I had such a wonderful week on Soyers Lake. The property was both beautiful and private and the cottage was quaint and cozy with all sorts of Family nostalgia to look at. Kayaking, meteor showers, loon calls, great food and drinks with friends. A little slice of tranquility and joy. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

itsem100

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Antique Cottage
This is a lovely old traditional three-season cottage with a great concrete dock that has a perfect view of the sunsets. It perfectly fitted our group of five for sleeping. When the nights got a little cool the little wood stove warmed us up nicely. The canoe allowed us to explore the bay we were in fully. The property has a sand shoreline and even a little beach which would be great for small children, but I enjoyed it too. Likely one of the nicest sections of the lake. The neighbours were all very friendly. Joan was a great and helpful host, giving us a full tour to get started and discreetly inquiring into our welfare during our stay and answering any questions. If you are are interested in getting away from most technology (there is weak LTE service) and enjoying the experience of a traditional rustic cottage, you can do no better than this.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice visit
We really enjoyed our week at this rustic cottage. The peace and quiet was awesome and the swimming great. There is lots of nature to enjoy. Even with lots of rain, we had a very good time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Delightful Respite
Normally we are world travellers but covid has clipped our wings. A perfect little getaway from the tedium and heat of the city. Joan met us on arrival and gave us a thorough tour of Hemlock Haven. She stayed in touch during the week covering anything we could ever need. The cottage was picturesque and very clean. The waterfront is most inviting and a little bunkhouse makes additional guests possible. I would return to this place if we need a cottage again and highly recommend it for anyone who likes to enjoy a traditional cottage with a comfortable interior and pretty landscape outside!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing place!
Hemlock Haven certainly lived up to its name. The property was awesome— both dock and beach were perfect, the cottage itself was cozy and Joan the host was great and always responsive. Would totally stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G., Binbrook, ON

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little slice of Heaven!
It's not every day that you get the opportunity to stay in an original 1940's Haliburton Cottage. It's filled with history with family mementos in the cottage, bunk house and boat house. It has good fishing right off the dock, and lots of wildlife around. The loons calling on the water makes it very relaxing. Joan was a great host, checking in on us to see if we needed anything. Beds were comfortable and the pictures and cottage were as described. It was larger than expected. We loved it all! Thank you Joan!! Lisa, James and Sue
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Luke S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Haven indeed!
We had a lovely stay in this cozy cabin: everything was well-appointed and comfortable. A perfect hideaway for a traditional cottaging experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Joan

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Property has been in my family since the 1920's. So many people have come and gone. So much change. This cottage has truly been a haven to many through the years and very dear to my heart.

Why they chose this property

Passed down through the generations.
Lots of memorabilia!

What makes this property unique

Peace, serenity, private.
Lots of wildlife. Cottaging as it use to be.
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