Title: Waterfront Family Holiday Cottage - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Waterfront Family Holiday Cottage Family fun on the beach ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22720000/22710900/22710881/9801e61a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22720000/22710900/22710881/5f51eb1c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22720000/22710900/22710881/f85d426e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22720000/22710900/22710881/b9da0bbe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22720000/22710900/22710881/40848895.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A firepit, a playground, and an arcade/game room are just a few of the amenities provided at Waterfront Family Holiday Cottage. With amenities like a beachfront location and sun loungers, this cottage is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81150 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - 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. ### Waterfront Family Holiday Cottage Quebec chalet style log cottage with 2 full bedrooms and loft overlooking living room sleeps up to 8 comfortably. Situated on a hillside overlooking a quiet motor free lake on an end of a road, location provides plenty of quiet relaxation on a private well treed property. 100ft waterfront has a shallow walk in on coarse sand and pebble with large dock for lounging and a floating raft anchored further out for jumping and diving for the kids, non motorized watercraft (canoe, paddle and row boats) lawn furniture and firepit for campfires. Cottage is well equipped with all the comforts of home, full kitchen, small and large appliances, satellite/internet tv, dvd, stereo, bbq on wrap around deck, walk out basement/ rec room with couch, TV/dvd player and fussball table. Main floor has large bedroom with single and queen beds, bathroom, living/dining and kitchen. Loft has Two beds. Basement has secluded bedroom with double bed and full 3pc bathroom. Rentals are weekly from Sat to Sat. Located 9km north of Minden, off hwy #35 on a private road. Close to all area attractions, three golf courses, many restaurants and hiking trails. Nearby activities include mini golf, batting cages in Carnavon and many more in larger town of Minden which has larger food retailers, Tim Hortons, Dairy Queen etc. This reservation has a Flexible cancellation policy - refunds will be issued up to 30 days prior to the check in date. A 100% refund is provided for travellers cancelling at least 30 days before check-in. A 50% refund is provided for travellers cancelling from 14 to 29 days before check-in. No refunds are provided for travellers cancelling less than 14 days prior to check-in. CanadaStays Booking Fees are refundable if you cancel within 48 hours of placing your booking request. Our house rules: primary renter must be 25 or older, no smoking, no parties or events, pets permitted. Full responsibilties of the renters is listed on the rental contract. The Canada stays site is only used for advertising and all deposits and rental payments must be made by e transfer or by cheques mailed back with the completed contracts. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video game console - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Boat - Foosball table - Kayak - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Composting - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Living plant wall - Recycling - Unit size: 1,150 square feet - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44970000/44964700/44964630/w1015h679x6y0-2366dc0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private 4 Season Waterfront Cottage - 2 hrs from TO -Great Swimming / FAST WI-FI Minden - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Laundry 7.0 Good 2 reviews CA $809 CA $1,204 total includes taxes & fees Nov 22 - Nov 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=44964630&PinnedHotelID=44964630&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70970000/70964300/70964213/cee4d538.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Whispering Pines Chalet Minden Hills - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=70964213&PinnedHotelID=70964213&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104880000/104878900/104878834/e63ed33b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Cottage in Minden \_ Haliburton Minden - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Microwave 10 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=104878834&PinnedHotelID=104878834&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112110000/112108500/112108470/4879168c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Serenity on 12 mile Lake in beautiful cottage country. 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Comforters and blankets just need to be folded or neatly placed on beds. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events 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 This property accepts cash Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Family Waterfront Vacation Cottage Minden Hills Family Waterfront Vacation Minden Hills Family Waterfront Vacation Cottage Family Waterfront Vacation Cottage Minden Hills Minden Hills Family Waterfront Vacation Cottage Cottage Cottage Family Waterfront Vacation Cottage Family Waterfront Mökki Family Waterfront Vacation Family Waterfront Vacation Cottage Cottage Family Waterfront Vacation Cottage Minden Hills Family Waterfront Vacation Cottage Cottage Minden Hills ## 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%7C45.01318%2C-78.69491&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TOO1pfz-gKQC8oeM6OjIWPgwNYo=) Minden Hills, ON #### What's nearby - 118 - 35 Driving Range - 5 min drive - 5.8 km - Minden Wild Water Preserve - 8 min drive - 7.6 km - Blairhampton Golf Club - 9 min drive - 7.7 km - Pinestone Golf Course - 21 min drive - 29.4 km - Sir Sam's Ski / Ride - 25 min drive - 33.0 km #### Getting around - Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 50 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Boshkung Brewing Co. - ‬12 min drive - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min drive - ‪Mill Pond Restaurant - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Mason Jar - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Pepper Mill Steak & Pasta House - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Waterfront Family Holiday Cottage pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Waterfront Family Holiday Cottage? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Waterfront Family Holiday Cottage? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Waterfront Family Holiday Cottage located? > Nestled on the beach, this Minden Hills cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of 118 - 35 Driving Range, Blairhampton Golf Club, and Minden Wild Water Preserve. 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