Upper Rideau - “The West” Resort provides amenities like a firepit and a playground. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Upper Rideau - “The West” Resort
Welcome to The Upper Rideau - “The West” Resort Rental. A luxury estate with a fully renovated Main House & three chic rustic waterfront cottages. With the ability to host up to 25 people, the property is ready for your crew. The Main House is fully renovated and has 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, which can sleep up to 10 people. Located on a private bay of the prestigious Upper Rideau Lake, across from Westport with great water access and sunsets all year long.
PROPERTY FEATURES:
- Located on a private family estate with pristine waterfront - Comfortable pillows, bedding & towels (included for the Main House. Linens for the lakefront cottages require an extra charge) - Soaps & shampoos are provided - Complimentary coffee & tea - Fully equipped kitchen with gadgets for the true chef - Expansive GreatRoom for a big crew with large dining table - Thoughtful bar & coffee area - Across from Westport Village for easy boating access to restaurants & shops - Private dock area with seating - Outdoor fire-pit siting area - Two covered lake facing decks - Private backyard - Quiet waterfront access on Stedmans Bay of the Upper Rideau Lake
MAIN HOUSE ROOM DESCRIPTIONS:
Chef Kitchen: the kitchen is fully equipped with all of the luxury touches you may need. Including a 48” gas range, dishwasher, two fridges and an independent stand up freezer. A 10’ island allows guests to watch as the chefs in the house cooks up a storm.
Sitting Area: a sitting area leads right off of the kitchen for those who want to sit back and take the lake view in. Direct access to a private covered patio with BBQ amenities.
Great Room: tall ceilings a massive dining table, fireplace, seating area and large screen TV equip this space. This will truly be the gathering space for late night fun and group dinners. A coffee nook and built-in servery adds functionality & convenience to the space.
Bedroom 1: primary bedroom with queen bed, fireplace, ensuite bathroom and sweeping waterfront views. This is the bedroom for the guests will fight over! Automated blinds will wake you up to the lovely lake view. Private bathroom includes a large luxurious soaker tub, double shower, a throne of a toilet and two sinks.
Bedroom 2: second primary bedroom includes a queen bed. This bedroom faces the private backyard and has direct access to a sunny deck.
Bedroom 3: bunk room with two custom built-in bunk beds. Your kids will drool over the sleeping nooks, thoughtfully created with individual reading lights, charging stations and a storage shelf. **NOTE: Bunk beds are only suitable for children. If your group has more than 6 adults please enquire directly to book an on-site separate cabin.
Bedroom 4: is a flex space that has a queen murphy bed. This space has a direct and private covered patio for morning tea/coffees. This space can be used as an office or yoga studio for smaller bookings.
Family Bathroom: with a standup tiled shower, toilet and vanity - this is the spot to get your cleaning on!
NOTE: No laundry on site.
OUTDOOR DESCRIPTION:
Private Babkyard: the backyard contains a firepit and seating for those late night fires.
Lake Front: direct waterfront access located in front of the LakeHouse. A large affixed private dock allows you to fully enjoy the lake living! **Please bring your own life vests**
Location: the lakehouse is located on Stedmans Bay, of the Upper Rideau Lake, a quiet waterfront zone while still being able to watch boating and yacht traffic.
Estate: the LakeHouse is located on a private family estate of 4 acres. The property is enclosed by gates & a fence at the roadway entrance in order to ensure maximum privacy.
**NOTE: Guests are permitted to bring a boat and dock it on our private dock provided previous discussion and permission with the owners is given. Boats MUST be launched at a municipal public launch. LAKEHOUSE DESCRIPTION: Three lake houses, each with two bedrooms sitting on the waterfront edge. With two singles & one queen plus a full bathroom kitchen and living area. This mini home can fit your crew. Direct access for swimming. Note: Linens are an extra fee of $150 per stay. If you need linens (pillows, sheets, blankets& towels) please advise in advance. PETS, SMOKING or PARTIES. **NOTE: The lake front access is private to the 4 acre estate but a shared space with the owners
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Comfort
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.
No elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Smoking not allowed
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
No pets under any circumstances
No events unless discussed and agreed upon in advance. Fees will apply for off site guests attending events.
The Main House is suitable for a max of 6 adults, in the 3 bedrooms with queen beds. The bunk bed room is only suitable for children.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Permission & a fee apply
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
Note from host: Permission & a fee apply
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
About the area
Rideau Lakes is home to this vacation home. Jones Falls Defensible Lockmaster's House and The Stone Arch Dam are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Golf Country Driving Range and Rideau Lakes Golf and Country Club. Kilborn's on the Rideau and Westport Community Arena are also worth visiting. Visit our Rideau Lakes travel guide
What time is check-in at Upper Rideau - “The West” Resort?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Upper Rideau - “The West” Resort?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Upper Rideau - “The West” Resort located?
Situated in Rideau Lakes, this vacation home is steps from Upper Rideau Lake and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Kilborn's on the Rideau. Rideau Canal Lock 36 and Big Rideau Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Upper Rideau - “The West” Resort Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
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We loved the property! Beautiful view and lovely home. It was a little bit difficult getting the gate open and closed to get in to the property, but we were all retired and not in the best shape.
Great cottage with nothing but first class attention to every detail!!! Emily and Sean are as classy hosts as you’ll find anywhere. Amazing down to earth people that make you feel comfortable and completely at home. As a renter, if you can’t handle being spoiled, look elsewhere as Emily and Sean will spoil you beyond belief. WE WILL BE BACK!!!!
John M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Kelly F.
Jul 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Good overall with some concerns
The lake house was well suited for a large family vacation. We loved the open concept and that was well appointed for cooking and also morning coffee/tea. The lakefront area is great with boat parking and ability to swim which we enjoyed. The only small thing to note is that the VRBO listing states private dock but it is shared with 3 smaller cabins. Not a big deal for us but something to keep in mind if you want more privacy.
The main disappointment was the lack of air conditioning in the house- especially because the VRBO listing stated that the house did have air conditioning. That was a criteria for my family in choosing a vacation location home, especially because we were traveling with small children. There also were not ceiling fans or any fans available so we went out and bought fans and we’re not reimbursed for a portion of the overall cost. Sleep was a challenge due to temperature being 77 degrees even at 10 pm.
If ceiling fans were installed, it would probably be much more comfortable for sleeping.
The house is otherwise really great so I wish the temperature hadn’t been such a problem. Would definitely recommend/stay again if this was addressed in the future.
The owners of the property were amazing. A dream vacation for anyone wanting to be on the water. the vacation cottage is 5-star in my opinion. The owners met us at the property when we arrived with wine and smiles and were there for us when we needed them..
John H.
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Regan C.
Sep 13, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The setting of this house is beautiful, right on a nice lake with a dock for a boat. Knowing that many lake rentals can be rustic, I was willing to pay three times the going rate when I saw it advertised as “luxury living.” To protect ourselves, we booked and paid in full through Vrbo rather than accepting the owner’s offer to pay less in cash off-platform.The property isn’t terrible, but it is nowhere near the standard you’d expect for a luxury rental at this price. We were assured of privacy and exclusive use, but on arrival, the owner informed us a “caretaker” would be on-site. When we pulled in, two people were sitting on the dock with drinks—the caretaker and a guest—whose cottage was right next to ours.We were also told to expect flying insects, which didn’t bother us since we live in the woods. What did bother us was finding the house full of days’ worth of dead bugs, sticky spills on the kitchen floor, dirt and hair in the fridge, hair in the bathroom and shower, and cobwebs on ceilings throughout the house. I ended up vacuuming on day one just to make it feel usable.The house simply isn’t luxury. It lacks air conditioning, a washing machine, and even closets. Linens were cheap, pillows were flat, and geese took over the yard and dock. While the lake itself is lovely, the overall experience fell far short of expectations and value. We ultimately felt uncomfortable and left early.