[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # River front cottage close to the beach Lakefront vacation home in Norfolk County with an outdoor pool ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118170000/118160900/118160808/2a3e6018.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118170000/118160900/118160808/dfb8922a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118170000/118160900/118160808/884e4f5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118170000/118160900/118160808/ea4e56ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118170000/118160900/118160808/1effd960.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Lake Erie, River front cottage close to the beach has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pool - Fireplace - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### River front cottage close to the beach Charming cottage retreat on the river with a spacious dock, kayaks and SUP board use included. Surrounded by nature and tucked away from the hustle and bustle, this tranquil retreat is perfect for those seeking rest, inspiration, or a cozy home base to explore all that Norfolk county has to offer. A short walk to downtown restaurants and shops, and the sandy palm tree beach. There are lots of great wineries and breweries nearby, and so many fun things to do for all ages. Enjoy Port Dover’s farmers market Saturday mornings, or the weekly car shows on Monday’s with live music. The Nature trails in the area are a great way to escape into nature, including a river with a water fall you can swim in. Enjoy our cottage with its newly renovated kitchen and bathroom, updated appliances and fast wifi. The dock is a lovely place to soak up the sun, read a book, do some fishing, or enjoy morning coffee and evening cocktails. Welcome to our paradise! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110380000/110374600/110374511/ec5a6f80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lovely Beachside Oasis 2BD Unit in Port Dover Port Dover - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking available 7.6 Good 5 reviews CA $150 CA $349 total includes taxes & fees Oct 5 - Oct 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=110374511&PinnedHotelID=110374511&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91680000/91672800/91672783/dc0d6a0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful 3 bedroom apartment on the water Nanticoke - Gym - Parking available 10 Exceptional 2 reviews CA $300 CA $420 total includes taxes & fees Oct 5 - Oct 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=91672783&PinnedHotelID=91672783&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106540000/106531900/106531818/108d4052.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEW! 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Luxury 3BR - 5 minutes to Port Dover Beach Port Dover - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 9 reviews CA $174 CA $387 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=106531815&PinnedHotelID=106531815&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105100000/105096100/105096099/2fb211c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ForTwo guest house a place to relax, enjoy nature, beaches, trails, wineries. Vittoria - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available - Laundry 10 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=105096099&PinnedHotelID=105096099&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 20 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you complete the following before checking out: Load and start the dishwasher Strip any used beds and gather used towels Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash Turn off the lights and return the keys Wash and put away all dishes and appliances used Gather cottage laundry used into basket. Leave the cottage as you found it 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 1 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings Event must be pre approved by owner ### 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40 Note from host: Event must be pre approved by owner 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 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 ## About the area Located in Norfolk County, this vacation home is in the city center and on the waterfront. Arbortown Miniature Golf Course and Frisky Beaver are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Port Dover Harbour Museum and Eva Brook Donly Museum & Archives. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Port Dover travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Dover.dx6352969) [View more Apartments in Hamilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Apartments.d3963-aaApartments.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%7C42.78989%2C-80.19639&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KiMVlZ43njKGVBiZRNiI14lJuSA=) Port Dover, ON ### What's nearby - Port Dover Harbour Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Lighthouse Festival Theatre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km - Port Dover Lightshouse - 2 min drive - 1.5 km - Bonnieheath Estate Lavender & Winery - 18 min drive - 16.7 km - Burning Kiln Winery - 26 min drive - 27.2 km ### Getting around - John C. Munro Hamilton Intl. Airport (YHM) - 44 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪J C Sushi - ‬13 min drive - ‪Pizza Hut Port Dover - ‬18 min walk - ‪Ferrera - ‬17 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does River front cottage close to the beach have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is River front cottage close to the beach pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). ### What time is check-in at River front cottage close to the beach? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at River front cottage close to the beach? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is River front cottage close to the beach located? > Located in the heart of Norfolk County, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Port Dover Harbour Museum and Lake Erie. Arbortown Miniature Golf Course and Powell Park are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## River front cottage close to the beach Reviews 10 ### 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 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robin S. Sep 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We enjoyed the house and the location immensely. The hosts were very responsive and helpful. ##### Robin S. Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025