[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Rideau River Retreat - Waterfront Home Riverfront cottage with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92850000/92840700/92840637/d4a024d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92850000/92840700/92840637/bfc8d1fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92850000/92840700/92840637/4fe615b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92850000/92840700/92840637/4d2403d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92850000/92840700/92840637/3c58ede9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to this peaceful all-season home on the Rideau River, only 30 minutes from Ottawa's heart. Enjoy a warm welcome with modern kitchen amenities, a gas fireplace, and an outdoor fire pit along the riverfront. Take in serene views of the water from our cedar barrel sauna or 4-season sunroom. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bathroomSleeps 61076 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Rideau River Retreat - Waterfront Home Relax with the whole family at this peaceful all-season home on the Rideau River, only 30 minutes from the heart of Ottawa and 5 mins to Kemptville. Take in the river view while relaxing inside our Cedar Barrel Sauna. Easily explore the neighbouring towns of Manotick and Merrickville or spend your time on the water from our 60ft dock in the middle of the largest stretch of the Rideau River (46km of open water from Manotick to Burritts Rapids). Smart lock entrance- no key required! Plenty of parking available. Requires car or taxi/uber to travel to and from destinations. No local city bus access. Home includes modern kitchen with top of the line appliances (gas range, oversized fridge, Bosch dishwasher, and Nespresso Virtuo coffee machine), renovated main bedroom, and 4-season sunroom with large windows overlooking the water. Warm up indoors by the gas fire place or watch the sunset by the outdoor fire pit along the riverfront. Step into the cedar barrel sauna to take in the spectacular river view, available for guest use all year long. House sleeps 6: queen bed in main room (2), double bunk plus single in second bedroom (3), and pull out couch in living room (1). Dock use available in the summer along with canoe, stand up paddleboard (SUP) and life jackets of all sizes. Ice fish on the river during winter months (equipment and license required). High speed internet access- use of your streaming service on our TV. Washer and dryer also available for guest use. Car, taxi or Uber required ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a river - On the waterfront ### 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 - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,076 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99230000/99228900/99228827/3751121c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River. 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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 8e2b4b6e-5f4c-49b3-85fa-6ea4054e7eb6 ## About the area Located in North Grenville, this cottage is on the waterfront. North Grenville Archives and North Grenville Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Rideau Canal and Watson's Mill. [Visit our Kemptville travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Kemptville.dx6023910) [View more Cottages in Kemptville](https://www.expedia.ca/Kemptville-Cottages.d6023910-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C45.06211%2C-75.64632&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-qWGsKWNbWPN_j_1QZU5IcGzEiE=) Kemptville, ON ### What's nearby - Rideau River Provincial Park - 10 min drive - 8.4 km - Rideau Glen Golf Club - 10 min drive - 9.8 km - Osgoode Village Community Centre - 15 min drive - 15.2 km - Canadian Tire Centre - 37 min drive - 57.3 km - Carleton University - 40 min drive - 56.2 km ### Getting around - Ottawa Fallowfield Station - 27 min drive - Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 35 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Kemptville Five Star Resturant - ‬7 min drive - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Al’s Drive-In - ‬12 min drive - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rideau River Retreat - Waterfront Home pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Rideau River Retreat - Waterfront Home? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Rideau River Retreat - Waterfront Home? > Check-out is at 12:00 PM. ### Where is Rideau River Retreat - Waterfront Home located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Besley Woods and Rideau Canal. Ferguson Forest and Pirate Cove Marina are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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