Welcome to Wren Lake Cottage, our beautiful south facing (sun all day!!) 4 season cottage, 2.5 hours from Toronto, just south of Dorset on Wren Lake in Algonquin Highlands. Get away from the city & enjoy this very private, relaxing oasis. Go for a swim or relax on the dock. Our cottage is sure to meet all your getaway needs and is ideal for families, with children, or a small gathering of friends.
* * WIFI and Cell Phone Booster * *
Enjoy our beautiful waterfront view all year round! We have 3 bedrooms in the cottage and a bunkie (queen size Murphy Bed). In the living room, you'll also find two pull out couches to accommodate 4 extra sleepers. Overall, you can comfortably sleep 8 people.
During the day, you can enjoy meals on the beautiful lakefront view deck, with patio furniture and a propane BBQ, with propane provided. Relax and read a book on the dock or the hammock or go for a swim. In the evening, cozy up by the fire pit and watch the stars.
* * * AIR CONDITIONING + HEATING * * *
KITCHEN:
- washer/dryer available for weekly bookings ONLY
- potable filtered water
- water cooler ** bring your own jug **
- fridge/freezer, stove/oven, microwave, 4 slot toaster, coffee maker +filters, kettle
- cutlery and other dining essentials
- pots and pans and cooking utensils
- knives and cutting boards
- large dining room table, seats 6
- dish towels
- paper towel rolls provided
- all purpose spray, for spills
- IKEA high chair
LIVING ROOM:
- Samsung HDTV, with Netflix and Amazon Prime
- DVD player with lots of DVD options
- USB stick with more movie options!
- 2 pull out couches (bedding NOT provided) + 1 regular couch + coffee table and side tables
- Nintendo Switch (4 controllers, MarioParty + MarioCart)
- books, magazines and newspapers
- board games
- children’s toys
BEDROOM 1:
- 1 queen bed, bedding provided
- dresser and side table
- blackout window coverings
- ceiling fan
BEDROOM 2:
- 1 queen bed, bedding provided
- dresser and side table
- blackout window coverings
- ceiling fan
BEDROOM 3:
- bunk bed (1 twin and 1 double), bedding provided
- side table, with drawers
- crib (with sheet)
- blackout window coverings
BEDROOM 4 (BUNKIE):
- 1 queen pull out Murphy Bed
- with heating
- mini fridge
- bedding NOT provided
BATHROOM:
- tub/shower combo, with bath mat
- toilet, with toilet paper (5 rolls)
- sink, with hand soap
- hairdryer
- first aid kit, in sink cabinet
- shower towels provided
PARKING:
- 5 parking spaces available
WATERFRONT:
- Easy access, shallow swimming, only 4 ft. deep off dock, great for kids!
WATER TOYS, life jackets included:
- 1 canoe, with paddles
- 3 kayaks, with paddles
- 3 SUP boards, with paddles
- 1 peddle boat
- AquaLilyPad floating mat
** YOU MUST WEAR A LIFE JACKET ON CANOE, KAYAK or SUP. **
NEARBY OFFSITE ACTIVITIES:
- Rod's Outfitting and Adventures
- Algonquin West Gate (for hikes) - 35 min
- Frost Center Hiking Trails
- The Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower (tickets must be purchased in advanced on weekends)
- Hidden Valley Ski resort - 30 min
- Canoe to the falls or short portage to Raven Lake
- Access to portage trails and many other lakes
DORSET ESSENTIALS + RESTAURANTS Essentials (10 min drive):
- LCBO, Shell, Pharmasave, Food Town
- Pizza on Earth, The Moose n' Paddle, Trading By Dining Company, Zachary's Restaurant
Please note, we have 4 security cameras on the exterior of the property. They are for insurance purposes and point at entrances only. Locations: driveway, front door, crawl space door and storage (side) door. They record 24/7 motion only, outward facing. We do not have ANY cameras in communal spaces.
OTHER CONDITIONS:
- PETS WELCOME but need prior approval and there is a $75 pet fee PER PET.
- NO SMOKING INSIDE or 10m FROM COTTAGE.
- We DO NOT provide firewood.
