Title: The Big Happy Place - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=56235089&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Big Happy Place Lakefront cottage with an indoor pool and an outdoor pool ## Photo gallery for The Big Happy Place ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool - The Big Happy Place (Fergus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56240000/56235100/56235089/056e7bd6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Children's area - The Big Happy Place (Fergus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56240000/56235100/56235089/0b1356d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board - The Big Happy Place (Fergus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56240000/56235100/56235089/009dbb4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - The Big Happy Place (Fergus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56240000/56235100/56235089/fbb36f11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - The Big Happy Place (Fergus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56240000/56235100/56235089/c871adb2_edited_30b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to a Canadian summer getaway at this resort, where you can swim in the lake, explore nearby trails or simply sit by the memory pond. Enjoy saltwater pools, both indoors and outdoors, and participate in various activities like Bingo or Pickleball. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 Big Happy Place This unit is located in one of the best 4 season resorts in Ontario. Enjoy swimming in the lake, launch a canoe/kayak or fish from the dock. For a leisurely hike or bike ride the Cataract Trail is only minutes away or explore the many outside areas within the park. Stroll and sit by the memory pond and observe nature or visit the turtle pond. This is a friendly, safe, comfortable place to stay for all ages. A lovely community to enjoy a truly Canadian summer getaway. There is also an indoor heated pool and outdoor pool both are saltwater. Lots of resort activities to get involved in, like Bingo, Pickleball, Darts, Cards, and Live music events. Basketball court, Soccer Field, Volleyball and Baseball diamond. ' Fully equipped to make your stay cozy and comfortable. A place to call home when your away from yours. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool - Indoor pool - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Dock - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - On a lake ### Things to do - Heated pool - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours 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) - First aid kit - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 1,200 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93440000/93433700/93433645/w1024h492x0y95-68cb436f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rustic Beach House on Private Pond Erin [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=93433645&PinnedHotelID=93433645&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93440000/93432500/93432403/w1024h490x0y96-6e4da46f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Circa 1850 Event Barn Erin [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=93432403&PinnedHotelID=93432403&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93440000/93432400/93432394/w1024h494x0y94-839da6f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rustic Beach House on Private Pond with Bunk House Erin [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=93432394&PinnedHotelID=93432394&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76510000/76503300/76503255/0bd75d77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Erin Estate: Canadian Country Getaway Orton - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as The Big Happy Place Cottage The Big Happy Place Centre Wellington The Big Happy Place Cottage Centre Wellington ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.75774%2C-80.32822&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=sYmolCei41iPMOv8qS6gH7BsyWw=) Fergus, ON #### What's nearby - Belwood Lake Conservation Area \- 6 min drive \- 6.2 km - Templin Gardens \- 11 min drive \- 12.6 km - Elora Quarry Conservation Area \- 15 min drive \- 16.9 km - Elora Mews Shops \- 17 min drive \- 18.7 km - Elora Gorge Conservation Area \- 18 min drive \- 19.1 km #### Getting around - Guelph Central Station - 32 min drive - Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.) - 47 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive - ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬13 min drive - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬13 min drive - ‪Dairy Queen Grill & Chill - ‬15 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Big Happy Place have a pool? ### Is The Big Happy Place pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Big Happy Place? ### What time is check-out at The Big Happy Place? ### Where is The Big Happy Place located? ## Have a question? 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