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The Bear Cave Cottage on Little Kennisis Lake -Lake front fun, spacious property

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Desk, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

2612 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

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Dorset, ON
  • Popular LocationHaliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve14 min drive
  • Popular LocationKennisis Lake21 min drive
  • Popular LocationSir Sam's Ski / Ride42 min drive
  • AirportMuskoka, ON (YQA)96 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Bear Cave Cottage on Little Kennisis Lake -Lake front fun, spacious property

Welcome to the Bear Cave! Our humble hideout is now available to be rented on Little Kennisis Lake in Haliburton with stunning views from the great room. Beautiful 3 bedroom plus 2 newer cottage with over 2600 sq feet of space to enjoy. Spectacular elevated views of the Lake from mulitple decks. Take a dip on the prestine waters of Little Kennisis Lake or take in the scenery on a canoe, kayak or stand up paddleboard. For rainy days, play ping pong or let the kids enjoy the kids corner.

Our cottage is very spacious, which gives you and your guests plenty of space to relax and unwind. The fully furnished basement has plenty of entertainment including a Home Theatre projector that includes Amazon Prime and Disney Plus. A fold out ping pong table will get your competitve juices flowing. For those that are into working out, we have a treadmill, bowflex dumbells, bench and yoga mats to exercise while enjoying the sunny south view. Worried about bugs? Hideout in our wonderful screened in Muskoka room while enjoying a book, playing a board game or lounge on the patio furniture while sharing stories with friends and family. Your only worry will be who gets the Master Bedroom as it is uniquely situated on the top floor with a large window overlooking the Great Room and treetop view of the Lake. The vaulted ceiling Great Room has cathedral windows giving you stunning views of the water and trees. The large screen LCD TV is connected to a DVD player that includes a collection of Disney classics. A classic Super Nintendo video game player is available with the nostalgic favourite - Super Mario Kart .

For kids, our little ones have agreed to share their toys as guests can use the lego table, arts and crafts table, doll house and a well stocked library of favourites. One of our favourite kid approved activities is gazing at the sky filled stars on a clear Summer's night by the fire pit at the top of the property. Our water trampoline is a big hit with the young ones and the young at heart. Jump right into the weed free waters of Little K.

Soak in the sun from our multiple decks that wrap around the house. Enjoy a BBQ meal on the main deck while taking in the southern lake breeze. Walk down a few flights of stairs to the prestine waters of Little Kennisis Lake. Take a dip in the weed free calm waters right off the docks. Explore the beauty of the larger connected Kennisis Lake using our Kayak, Canoe or Paddleboard. Rent a motor boat or ski doo from Lake Kennisis Marina. Feeling lazy? Lounge on the Lily pad float that fits up to 4 adults. Try your hand at fishing for Lake Trout in the deeper waters or Small Mouth Bass off the docks using our rods and lures. Take plenty of pics for our cottage Fishing Hall of Fame. After enjoying the waters, lounge on the extra large lakefront deck. If you are looking for some ME time away from the kids, hang out on the tree hung hammock in the woods.

Search 2481 Watts road on YouTube to watch our video that provides a guided tour of the cottage layout.

Property manager

Kevin Chan

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Boat on site
  • Golf on site
  • Gym on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Ski lift privileges on site
  • Snow sports gear on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,612 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Dysart et al

Located in Dysart et al, this cottage is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Haliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve and Sir Sam's Ski / Ride are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kennisis Lake and Dividing Lake Provincial Park Provincial Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Haliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve - 14 min drive
  • Kennisis Lake - 21 min drive
  • Sir Sam's Ski / Ride - 42 min drive
  • Pinestone Golf Course - 50 min drive
  • West Gate of Algonquin Park - 109 min drive

Getting around

  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • Haliburton Forest Cookhouse - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bear Cave Cottage on Little Kennisis Lake -Lake front fun, spacious property pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at The Bear Cave Cottage on Little Kennisis Lake -Lake front fun, spacious property?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bear Cave Cottage on Little Kennisis Lake -Lake front fun, spacious property?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Bear Cave Cottage on Little Kennisis Lake -Lake front fun, spacious property located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cottage is 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Haliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve and 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from Kennisis Lake. Haliburton Sculpture Forest and Head Lake Park are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Bear Cave Cottage on Little Kennisis Lake - Review
We had a great snowy getaway. The cottage and the lake were so peaceful and calm. Just what we needed to unwind before the holidays. Inside had everything we needed from cooking utensils to pots/pans and we were able to try out a local restaurants. The host was very welcoming and answered all of our questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Macy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Getaway
Our group loved our little getaway at Kevin’s cottage. The views of the lake was stunning from the deck, and pretty much every room from the house. We loved cozying up by the fireplace and playing board games. Kids LOVED watching movies in the home theatre. We enjoyed the grounds and took a walk down to the water, which was every peaceful. We would definitely want to experience the cottage in the winter when there is snow and hit the ski hill nearby and try snowshoeing and skiing on the lake. Kevin was a great host, always available and quick to answer our questions. He made it very much a stress free stay. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tzonghann L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome cottage and great host
Our family had a great time at the cottage. The views of the lake were spectacular and the area was extremely quiet and peaceful. Best of all, the cottage itself was very spacious and clean with a well stocked kitchen. Our kids especially loved the projector to watch movies on the big wall. Kevin was a great host and we will definitely stay again in the warmer months!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023