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Grace House - an elegant retreat on a private lake. Swimming pool. Five bedrooms

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Grace House is on a private lake, with swimming pool.
Living room is spacious and overlooks the lake.
Enjoy breakfast in kitchen nook overlooking the lake and pool
55" widescreen TV, leather sofas, billards, lots of board games and books
Chef's Kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 8464.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Holland Centre, ON
  • Mud Lake
    1 min walk
  • Hines Lake
    3 min walk
  • Robson Lake
    7 min walk
  • Owen Sound, ON (YOS-Billy Bishop Regional)
    39 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms

Garden Room Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Grey room bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Jack and Jill Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Maple Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Powder room on main floor

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Grace House - an elegant retreat on a private lake. Swimming pool. Five bedrooms

Relax in a spacious, four season home with beautiful views of a private lake, perfect for kayaking in the summer and ice-skating or cross country skiing in the winter. Roast marshmallows under a starry sky, in one of two fire pits. Cook sumptuous meals in the chef's kitchen. Sit under the veranda's that encircle the entire house or swing in the hammock. There are so many things to explore and take in. In summer, swim in the heated in-ground pool and enjoy your meals poolside. Curl up on the couch and stream your favorite shows on the 56 inch TV, read a book in one of our many comfortable seating arrangements, or gather with others and enjoy a wide selection of board games or billiards. Grace House is perfect for families and couples. Fully booked for Summer 2024. See you in Summer 2025.

The bedrooms are generous in size (200 sq ft each), comfortably appointed and each have private marble bathrooms. Imagine this retreat setting as a place to rest and be restored.
Grace House is located in Grey County, Ontario Canada. It is 6 km from Holland Centre on Hwy 10 (25 min. south of Owen Sound and 15 minutes north of Markdale). Collingwood (Blue Mountains) is 40 mins away. Approximately a two hour drive from Toronto or Kitchener-Waterloo.

Grace House is situated on a private lake (Wagner Lake) that is part of the Robson lakes. The lake itself is approximately 80 acres and is environmentally protected. The lake is not deep. There is a plethora of birds, flora and fauna.

Property manager

Angela Schmidt

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Chatsworth

Located in Chatsworth, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Stone Tree Golf and Bruce Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bruce Trail Bognor Marsh Reserve and Bognor Marsh Management Area. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
Map
Holland Centre, ON

What's nearby

  • Hines Lake - 3 min walk
  • Georgian College Owen Sound Campus - 32 min drive
  • Beaver Valley Ski Club - 39 min drive
  • Blue Mountain Ski Resort - 48 min drive
  • Scandinave Spa Blue Mountain - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rae's Honey House - Glenn & Diana Rae - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Grace House - an elegant retreat on a private lake. Swimming pool. Five bedrooms have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Grace House - an elegant retreat on a private lake. Swimming pool. Five bedrooms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Grace House - an elegant retreat on a private lake. Swimming pool. Five bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grace House - an elegant retreat on a private lake. Swimming pool. Five bedrooms?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Grace House - an elegant retreat on a private lake. Swimming pool. Five bedrooms located?

This family-friendly Chatsworth holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Mud Lake and Hines Lake. Robson Lake and Connell's Lake are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurie P., Windsor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property
The property and house was so scenic and beautiful. Angela was very accessible. We had a great time and memories around the pool and bonfires. We will be back
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

eric o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with room for a large family or group of friends
Hosts were very welcoming and took time to show us around the beautiful home. Photos are accurate. The house feels bigger in person. Enough room for a large or extended family or group of friends. The pool was very welcomed on the extremely hot 25C+ days during our stay. The pool is large enough for many swimmers at once. The deep end is 6 foot plus, great for cannon ball jumps or games of underwater fetch. While we were reasonably comfortable on hot days, only the lower floor is air conditioned. Hosts provided two large industrial (loud) fans to help circulate cooler air to the upper level. While you get used to the noise, it is a minor but unfortunate annoyance that you have to be aware if outside gets over 25C. Without the fans, the upstairs gets quit hot at night even with windows open. A suggestion if sensitive to sound, bring earplugs for sleeping. Lake is beautiful too look at from the home. But unique! It is the first time I encounter a lake like this. During our stay, the clear water level was between 6-12 inches above the top layer of silky silt/silky mud but the bottom of the lake is much deeper. A 6 foot paddle at the end of the dock did not reach a solid bottom. Similar story at other places on the lake itself. This is not a swimming or fishing lake, but it is easy to paddle the provided kayaks/canoe to explore, even if it is a bit weird to bring up powdery light mud as you go around! Very happy with our stay! Beautiful home! Great hosts!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

brett b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
We overall enjoyed our stay . The property was neat and clean . The facilities were great . We would go back
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet N., Dundas, Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An amazing property.
Six adults stayed at Grace House. A beautiful place with all the amenities. More than enough space for us all to enjoy. Angela was great in communicating with us. Would highly recommend Grace House.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity at Grace House
Grace House was wonderful! The property is as secluded as you could ever hope for yet only minutes from town if the need arose for forgotten provisions. Nature is all around. We saw a moose our very 1st day! The home and property have enough space for the big group for meals and game nights after campfire by the waterfront, but lots of secluded spaces as well if you’re looking for solitude to enjoy a good book in quiet. Speaking of quiet, the mornings at sunup are truly marvellous. I enjoyed the sunrise every morning where the only sounds heard were the occasional frog croaking or the fish coming to the surface to snag a water bug. The only downside (minor) to the experience is that Mud Lake lives up to its name. It isn’t swimmable due to a deep layer of soft mud only a few feet under the surface but of course there’s the lovely pool for that and lounging in. The water toys on the property still made it possible to explore the lake though, which was very nice. The house is beautiful. The photos on VRBO are 100% accurate, but it’s even nicer in person. Everything has been well maintained in the home and it’s clear improvements have been made over time throughout the home. Great water pressure and quality for showering. Beds and bedrooms are cozy too. No A/C on the 2nd floor, but the hosts provided plenty of ceiling and oscillating fans so nights were still comfortable. The huge 72” wide fridge/freezer has room for everything you could need for your stay too. Rain days if you have any are no issue as they have a pool table, big screen TV, and more movies, games and books than you could get through in a month. The hosts were always available before and through our stay but never intrusive. A real pleasure to deal with prior to and during our stay! Overall, our family and friends had a GREAT time at Grace House and we would highly recommend it if you’re looking for a peaceful getaway from the urban pace of life and noise and lights that come with it.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene family getaway
We had a wonderful time at Grace House. The grounds were spectacular with a pool and views of the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing escape at a beautiful private spot
Wonderful stay! Huge property with ample space for two families. Well equipped house had everything we needed…including large kitchen. Spent lots of time enjoying the pool, feeding the fish, and kayaking the lake. Great host made us feel at home!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Wonderful home and host. I would return in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Angela Schmidt

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Grace House is our family home. It was fully renovated in 2009 to accommodate a our five growing kids. While redesigning the house we thought about the future and how we could share this wonderful space with others for retreats and short term rentals. We do live at Grace House through the year except for the summer months when we offer short term rentals. Angela is a full-time professor, teaching spiritually-integrated psychotherapy and Edward, affectionately known as Father Ed, is a pastor for a local Lutheran congregation.

Why they chose this property

Our home is the only residence on the lake. We own the majority of the land around the lake and have kept this property environmentally protected for over fifty years. Each season brings wonderful vistas - the ducks arrive in spring with a returning heron or two. By April we are canoeing on the lake. The pool gets opened in late May and the summer is perfect for barbequing, swinging on the hammock, swimming in the pool, and spending evenings around one of the two fire pits. The fall brings a wonderful array of colours around the lake with cool nights and time to appreciate the stars under the dark sky. In winter, once the lake freezes, we build a skating rink and cross-country ski around the lake. Every season brings it own delights.

What makes this property unique

Grace House is appreciated by those who are spiritually-minded. The setting is peaceful and we built a room for meditation, worship or reading - whatever kind of activity restores your soul. The chapel is two stories tall and is full of light.

"Full of light" might be a wonderful way to describe one of the most unique features of Grace House which is a large atrium in the centre of the house. You can see the clouds go by during the day and the moon shines through at night. The skylight is quite large and follows the roof line of the house.
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