Title: Cozy cottage, private 1-acre lot, lakefront, less than 1 hour from St. John's. - 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 # Cozy cottage with hot tub, 1-acre, lakefront, less than 1 hour from St. John's. Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103970000/103967700/103967674/3c5045f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103970000/103967700/103967674/7ad30c33.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103970000/103967700/103967674/c0acd91f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103970000/103967700/103967674/ab3537ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103970000/103967700/103967674/a57c5184.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled on a private 1-acre lot near the TCH, Dragonfly Cottage is your haven in Eastern Newfoundland. Watch sunsets from the front deck, enjoy indoor or outdoor fires, and hike nearby trails. Relax by Reids Pond or explore local golf courses and breweries. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Hot tub - Parking available - Kitchen ## 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. ### Cozy cottage with hot tub, 1-acre, lakefront, less than 1 hour from St. John's. Welcome to Dragonfly Cottage on Reids Pond! This cozy, 2-bedroom cottage is nestled on a private 1-acre lot, is accessible by an easy drive along the TCH, and is less than an hour from the St. John's airport. Far enough to feel like you've gotten away from it all, but close enough to everything to make easy day-trips to all that Eastern Newfoundland has to offer. Perfect for families, a couple of friends, or a romantic getaway. Watch the sunsets from the front deck or the private hot tub, enjoy a fire (indoors or out), hike nearby trails, relax by the water, or check out the nearby golf courses, breweries, or quaint Newfoundland out-ports and towns. Only 5-10 minutes from many amenities including restaurants and grocery stores, with many, many more attractions within a half an hour drive. Distances to nearby amenities and attractions: \- Gas stations/convenience stores, EV charger, liquor store, and fast food restaurants (A&W, Subway, Tim Horton's, Mary Brown's, Greco Pizza) in the Moorlands area: 7 km (5-7 minute drive) \- Supermarket (Foodland): 9 km (8-10 minute drive) \- Bank (ScotiaBank): 10 km (10-11 minute drive) Beer & Wine: \- Frozen in Time Winery: 14 km (15 minute drive) \- Dildo Brewing Co.: 23 km (20 minute drive) \- Bellevue Beach: 25 km (20 minute drive) \- Chance Cove hiking trail: 30 km (25 minute drive) Golf: \- Pitcher's Pond Golf Course: 40 km (35 minute drive) \- The Willows Golf Course: 50 km (30 minute drive) \- The Wilds Golf Course: 58 km (40 minute drive) \- Brookside Golf Course: 91 km (60 minute drive) \- Castle Hill National Historic Site: 49 km (40 minute drive) \- Downtown St. John's: 92 km (55 minute drive) \- St. John's International Airport (YYT): 96 km (60 minute drive) \- Marine Atlantic Argentia Ferry Terminal: 52 km (40 minute drive) \- White Hills Ski Resort in Clarenville: 100 km (about an hour drive) A little further away and just over an hour's drive: \- Terra Nova Golf Resort: 130 km (1 hour and 20 minute drive) \- Twin Rivers Golf Course: 133 km (1 hour and 20 minute drive) \- Terra Nova National Park: 131 km (1 hour 20 minutes, plus additional time to specific park locations) \- Cape St. Mary's Ecological Reserve & Bird Sanctuary: 110 km (about 1.5 hour drive) ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 4 steps to reach entrance - No elevator (single-level property) - Smooth flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Kayak - Snow sports gear - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking nearby - Ice skating nearby - Kayaking nearby - Sledding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching 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 - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Recycling - Unit size: 600 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99360000/99356200/99356130/cfb64498.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Port suite @ The Homestead Oceanfront Norman's Cove-Long Cove - Ocean view - Air conditioning - Parking available - Living/dining area 8.6 Excellent 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=99356130&PinnedHotelID=99356130&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76490000/76488900/76488814/28749501.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Couple's Retreat, Beautiful Boathouse on the Water. 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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, 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 Property Registration Number 11331 ## 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%7C47.46101%2C-53.63443&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=H6qTYIFmHS3FWmxzspmtJw7u2I4=) Whitbourne, NL #### Getting around - St. John's Intl. Airport (YYT) - 71 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬8 min drive - ‪Monty's Place - ‬9 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive - ‪Mary Brown's Chicken & Taters - ‬8 min drive - ‪blue whale - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cozy cottage with hot tub, 1-acre, lakefront, less than 1 hour from St. John's. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Cozy cottage with hot tub, 1-acre, lakefront, less than 1 hour from St. John's.? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Cozy cottage with hot tub, 1-acre, lakefront, less than 1 hour from St. John's.? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Cozy cottage with hot tub, 1-acre, lakefront, less than 1 hour from St. John's. located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Mill Pond, Cat Gut Pond, and Goose Pond. Trinity Bay and Whitbourne Heritage Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? 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