Title: Serenity on 12 mile Lake in beautiful cottage country. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=112108470&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Serenity on 12 mile Lake in beautiful cottage country. Vacation home in Minden Hills ## Photo gallery for Serenity on 12 mile Lake in beautiful cottage country. ![Terrace/patio - Serenity on 12 mile Lake in beautiful cottage country. (Minden)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112110000/112108500/112108470/7590d0f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Serenity on 12 mile Lake in beautiful cottage country. (Minden)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112110000/112108500/112108470/646d1034.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Serenity on 12 mile Lake in beautiful cottage country. (Minden)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112110000/112108500/112108470/2341e010.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Serenity on 12 mile Lake in beautiful cottage country. (Minden)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112110000/112108500/112108470/4879168c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous - Serenity on 12 mile Lake in beautiful cottage country. (Minden)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112110000/112108500/112108470/0a935f7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Serenity on 12 mile Lake in beautiful cottage country. provides amenities like a firepit and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Serenity on 12 mile Lake in beautiful cottage country. Welcome to Serenity on 12 Mile Lake – Your Perfect Minden Getaway! Nestled in the heart of Minden, Ontario, Serenity on 12 Mile Lake is a newly renovated oasis designed for your ultimate relaxation. This spacious 4-bedroom retreat offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and natural beauty, making it ideal for families, friends, or anyone seeking a peaceful escape. Your Home Away From Home Spread over two beautifully appointed floors, this cottage has everything you need for a memorable stay. With two queen beds and two sets of cozy bunk beds, Serenity comfortably accommodates up to eight guests. The two pristine bathrooms feature stunning tile showers that bring a touch of luxury to your morning routine. sorry we don't except pet's. we love our furry little friend but unfortunately we have a policy in place and can't have dogs or cats, unless they are service animals. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Firepit ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83260000/83253000/83252964/dc36f3cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Deer Hill Cottage on 5 Lake Chain Haliburton - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space 7.2 Good 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=83252964&PinnedHotelID=83252964&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88010000/88002900/88002844/24bfa261.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### beautiful and private cottage by the water haliburton - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 7.2 Good 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=88002844&PinnedHotelID=88002844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18790000/18790000/18789919/99d6775f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 Bedroom Private Island Retreat!! 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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 ## About the area Minden Hills is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Minden Wild Water Preserve and Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Provincial Park, while Haliburton Highlands Museum and Haliburton Sculpture Forest are cultural highlights. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Serenity on 12 mile Lake in beautiful cottage country. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zahra M. Aug 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location The cottage was beautiful, newly renovated and very clean. We had a great stay! There are also kayaks on site and a full kitchen that weren't mentioned in the listing. ##### Zahra M. 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