Title: Lakefront cottage on Benson Lake, Rideau Canal - 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 # Lakefront cottage on Benson Lake, Rideau Canal ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106420000/106418500/106418499/c4cdc298.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106420000/106418500/106418499/d3552507.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106420000/106418500/106418499/056726b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106420000/106418500/106418499/d42db6f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106420000/106418500/106418499/240f2098.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Lakefront cottage on Benson Lake, Rideau Canal provides a firepit and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroom1500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - 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. ### Lakefront cottage on Benson Lake, Rideau Canal Welcome to our lakefront cottage on the Rideau Water System in Ontario, Canada! Conveniently located between Kingston (45 min drive) and Ottawa (1h 15 min drive). This spacious retreat features three comfortable bedrooms and an open-concept living room and kitchen, perfect for family gatherings or friendly getaways. Unwind in the cozy living area equipped with a TV and DVD player, along with a great selection of DVDs and board games for entertainment. Enjoy outdoor living with a BBQ and gas tank for grilling, along with a fire pit for evening relaxation under the stars. Adventure awaits with available (at additional cost) kayaks and stand-up paddleboards (SUP) for exploring the beautiful waters. Experience exceptional fishing and breathtaking views, with direct access to five different lakes—Benson, Mosquito, Clear, Indian, and Newboro—without the hassle of locks. Access to semi private boat launch - 1 min drive at the end of our road. For hiking enthusiasts, the famous Rideau Trail leads you directly to Chaffey's Lock, showcasing the area's natural beauty. Just a short drive away, the picturesque village of Westport offers charming shops and delightful dining options, along with nearby golf courses for leisure activities. Whether you're looking to relax or explore, our waterfront cottage is the ideal destination for your next vacation! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Kayak - Golfing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 1,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105980000/105975500/105975452/15b6ca41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relax on Benson Lake, Rideau System Westport - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=105975452&PinnedHotelID=105975452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34580000/34579900/34579896/f8bdef5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private lakefront w/ panoramic views near Westport Westport - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.6 Exceptional 44 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=34579896&PinnedHotelID=34579896&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30360000/30358500/30358490/ead0226b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunset Waters Cottage at the Heart of Big Rideau Lake Portland - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 103 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=30358490&PinnedHotelID=30358490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104830000/104824300/104824285/4458ca35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bears Log Cabin Retreat - private oasis on the tranquil Rideau Lakes System! 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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=44.5882,-76.36198&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:iodoGjmaqM%3FU%3FW%3FS%3FW%40S%40U%40U%40U%40UBU%40U%40UBSBUBUBSBUBUDSDSBUDSDSDSFSDSFSDQFSFSFQFSFQFSHQHOFQHQHQHOHQHOHOJOHOJMHOJOJKJOJMLMJMJKJMLKJKLKLIJKLKLILILILILGNILGLELGNGLGNELENELENCNELCNCNCNALCNANANALAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%40N%40N%40N%40NBL%40NBNBNBLDNBLDNDNDLDNFLFLFLDNFLHLFLHLHLJLFLJLJJHLJJJLJJLLJJLJLJLJNJJJNJNHLJNHNHNHNJPHNFPHPHPFNHPFRFPFRHPDRFRFPDRDRFRDRDRDTBRDRDRBTBTBRBTBTBR%40TBT%40T%40T%40T%40T%40T%40R%3FV%3FR%3FV%3FT%3FR%3FV%3FR%3FVATARAVARATATCTATCTCRCTCTCRCTERETCPETERERGTEREPGRGREPIRGPGRGPIPGNIRINGPINKPINININKNINKLKNKLKLKLKLKLMJKLMJKJMJKJMHMJMHMHMHMHMFMHOFMFMDMFOFMDODODMDODMBOBOBOBM%40OBOBO%3FO%40M%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAMAOAO%3FOCMCOAOCOCMCOCOEMEOEMEOEMGOGMEMGMGOIMGMIMIMIMIMIKKMKMKKKMKKMKKKMMMKMKMKMKOIMKOIOKOIOIOIQIOIQIOGSIOIQGQGSGQGSGQGSESGQESGSEUESESCSEUESCUCSCUCUCSCUAUAUCUAUASAWASAU%3FW%3FS%3FW%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=h3kHYV02ae8RoKQlI3L12UrUwrQ=) Westport, ON #### What's nearby - Westport Sand Lake Beach - 24 min drive - 19.2 km - Scheuermann Vineyard & Winery - 25 min drive - 19.2 km - Kilborn's on the Rideau - 27 min drive - 18.6 km - Rideau Canal - 28 min drive - 18.6 km - Indian Lake - 51 min drive - 41.0 km #### Getting around - Gananoque Station - 69 min drive - Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers) - 67 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Stage Coach Inn - ‬27 min drive - ‪J.A.C.'s Chip Wagon - ‬24 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lakefront cottage on Benson Lake, Rideau Canal pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at Lakefront cottage on Benson Lake, Rideau Canal? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Lakefront cottage on Benson Lake, Rideau Canal? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Lakefront cottage on Benson Lake, Rideau Canal located? > Situated in Rideau Lakes, this vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Upper Rideau Lake, Kilborn's on the Rideau, and Rideau Canal. Westport Brewing Company and Westport Community Arena are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lakefront cottage on Benson Lake, Rideau Canal Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. 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