Title: Cozy cottage with private waterfront & wifi - 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 private waterfront & wifi Family-friendly cottage in Faraday ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91500000/91492400/91492400/4e2c13f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91500000/91492400/91492400/c5a31055.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91500000/91492400/91492400/8db9b111.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91500000/91492400/91492400/d565c335.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91500000/91492400/91492400/87f3de08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to a serene lakeside retreat at this beautiful square log home, surrounded by nearly two acres of land. Unwind in the evenings by the cozy fireplace, or enjoy amazing sunsets from the dock or outdoor decks with seating. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - 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 private waterfront & wifi Enjoy nature in a private and quite setting while still having all the comforts in the cottage! An amazing kitchen, two full bathrooms, and a beautiful fireplace to relax by in the evening The private shallow beach is great for small children or families. Enjoy amazing sunsets while relaxing on the dock, enjoying a fire, or still splashing in the water. Two kayaks, a canoe, and a SUP are waiting for you, along with lifejackets and firewood you need to get started on your vacation! A beautiful square log home and Bunkie located at the north end of Paudash Lake. Westerly exposure for amazing sunset views with 390 feet of lake frontage on nearly two acres of land. Enjoy all the privacy of this property for your upcoming get-away. The shoreline is a shallow sandy entry, ideal for small children. Walk to the lake from the main cottage down a gentle sloping laneway or take the shortcut down some natural stone steps embedded in the hillside. Enjoy all the outdoor spaces with lots of room to play. Two fire pits, a gazebo, picnic table, BBQ, horseshoes, and various outdoor decks with seating are yours to enjoy amazing sunsets with the western views. In the winter, cozy up by the fireplace after a day of snowmobiling, snowshoeing, or skiing! Bancroft is a short drive away (about 15 minutes) with all you need - coffee shops, a local brewery, grocery stores, pharmacy, canadian tire, home depot and more! This area is known as 'the gem capital of the world' and 'rockhounding' for gems and minerals is common. A pass to Silent Lake Provincial Park is also included and you can enjoy hiking, mountain biking, cross country skiing or snowshoeing within the park. Please note that you do need to provide your own linens and remove all garbage at the end of your stay. (Dump pass provided.) no pets and no smoking on property. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Kayak - Water sports equipment ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79760000/79759200/79759162/911e3f9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ultimate Lakeview Cottage Retreat: Hot Tub, Paddle & Play Bancroft - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 28 reviews CA $293 CA $636 total includes taxes & fees Nov 4 - Nov 5 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=79759162&PinnedHotelID=79759162&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113300000/113295300/113295234/d9d83403.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakeside Bliss Tait Lake – Cozy 3 Bed Cottage with Hot Tub & Private Waterfront! 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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 ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=44.97505,-77.982895&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:eapqG%60%60%7EzM%3FU%3FU%40U%3FU%40U%40U%40U%40U%40U%40UBU%40UBSBWBSBUBUBSDSDUBUDSDSDSDSFSDSFSFSDQHSFQFSFQHQFQHQFQHOHQJOHQHOHOJOHOJMJOJMJMJMJMJMLMJKJMLKLIJKLKLILILKLILILGLINGLGLGLGNENGLENELCNELCNENANCLCNCN%3FNCNAL%3FN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%3FN%40NBN%3FLBNBNBN%40LDNBNDLDNBLFNDLFNDLFLFLFNHLFLHLHLJLHLHJJLJLJJJLJJJJLLLJLJLJLJLJNHLJNHNJNHNHPHNHPHNHPFPHPHPFPFRFPFRFPFRDRFRDRFRDRDRBTDRDTBRDTBRBTBTBTBR%40T%40TBT%40T%40T%40T%40T%3FT%40T%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FV%3FT%3FTAT%3FTATARAVATCTATARCTCTCTCTCRETCRETERCRERETGRERGRERGRGPGRGPGRGPIPIPGPIPINIPININIPKNINKLINKNKLKLKLKLMLKLKJMJKJMJMJKJMHMHMJMHMFMHOHMDMHMFODMFODMFOBMDODOBMDO%40OBOBM%40O%40OBO%3FM%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FMAO%3FOCOAOAMCOCOAOEMCOEMCOEMEOGOEMGMGMIOEMIMIMGMIMKMIMIMKKKMIMKKMKKMMKMKMKMKMKMKOKOIMKOIOIQIOKOIQIOGQIQGQIQGQGSGQISEQGSGSESGSESEUESEQCUEUESCSCUCUCSCWCUASCUAUAUAUAUAUAU%3FUAU%3FU%3FW&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vJ0pWfl2jiBoZNq7BGN8YoV5L3I=) Bancroft, ON #### What's nearby - Lower Paudash Lake - 1 min drive - 0.0 km - Haliburton County Public Library - Cardiff Branch - 4 min drive - 6.2 km - Silent Lake Provincial Park - 5 min drive - 7.3 km - Paudash Lake - 8 min drive - 10.2 km - Bancroft Mineral Museum - 12 min drive - 16.4 km #### Restaurants - ‪The Curry House - ‬8 min drive - ‪Craftsman Restaurant - ‬1 min drive - ‪Mirrors - ‬3 min drive - ‪JJ's Diner - ‬8 min drive - ‪Cottage on potassh - ‬21 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cozy cottage with private waterfront & wifi pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Cozy cottage with private waterfront & wifi? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Cozy cottage with private waterfront & wifi? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Cozy cottage with private waterfront & wifi located? > Located in Faraday, this family-friendly cottage is steps from Lower Paudash Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Silent Lake Provincial Park and Paudash Lake. Highlands East Town Hall and Haliburton County Public Library - Cardiff Branch are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cozy cottage with private waterfront & wifi Reviews 8.0 ### Very good 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 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 8/10 Good #### Christie B. Oct 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend get away for moms with kids The house, space, and amenities are perfect for families or close friends. Instructions everywhere were very helpful and Alexa helped with the rest. It should be noted that bedding and towels are not provided and guests do all of the cleaning at the end of the stay. ##### Christie B. 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