See all properties
Entire home

Bright, Beautiful Year Round Cottage on Paudash Lake

Photo gallery for Bright, Beautiful Year Round Cottage on Paudash Lake

Summer set-up living room.
View from the cottage
Dining Area - seats 8
Living area
Screened Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Harcourt, ON
  • Silent Lake Provincial Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Paudash Lake
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Chandos Lake
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 - Upper Floor

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - Upper Floor

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 3 - Main Floor

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Bright, Beautiful Year Round Cottage on Paudash Lake

Our family has recently purchased and renovated this cottage on Paudash Lake. Paudash is a beautiful lake located just south of Bancroft Ontario bordering the Kawarthas and Haliburton regions of Ontario's cottage country. The cottage is easy to get to from HWY 28 and is close to Bancroft or Apsley if you need groceries or an LCBO.

The cottage is great in all seasons. In the winter months, we are very close to some of the best snowmobile trails, hiking, and cross country skiing trails at Silent Lake Provincial Park. In the summer there is a marina on the lake if you are interested in renting a boat or water toys. We have a canoe, a paddleboard and 2 kayaks on the property for your use.

Our cottage has a new kitchen and each room has been newly decorated. The cottage is 2 stories high with cathedral ceilings in the living room and a screened outdoor sitting room so you can enjoy the amazing view of the lake. We are on a well and the water is very safe to drink and cook with. Sun exposure is east and we have the most beautiful sunrise views. Directly behind our cottage is a large park for throwing a ball or walking through the trails.

The main cottage has 3 bedrooms and sleeps 8 comfortably. All mattresses in the cottage are brand new and very comfortable for sleeping. All bedding is provided and of the finest quality.

Here is a breakdown of beds in the cottage:
Bedroom 1 (2nd floor)- 1 California king bed
Bedroom 2 (2nd floor) - 2 single beds + a bunk bed
Bedroom 3 (main floor)- 1 queen bed

Check-in is 4pm and check-out is 11am.

Paudash Lake is a wonderful place for a family vacation. We are very respectful of the lake, the environment and our neighbours. We are only looking for renters who will do the same. Please contact me (Kim) with any questions.

Property manager

Kim Harland
Premier Host

Languages

English

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Summer nights. Custom inset fire pit.

Scenic Paudash Lake Rental: Comfortable Cottage for Nature Lovers and Adventures

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
9.8 out of 10, (18 reviews)
Scenic Paudash Lake Rental: Comfortable Cottage for Nature Lovers and Adventures

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Dogs are permitted with permission. No cats.
default

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Highlands East

Located in Highlands East, this cottage is on the waterfront. Paudash Lake Marina and West Bay Narrows Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Silent Lake Provincial Park and Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and hiking nearby.
Map
Harcourt, ON

What's nearby

  • Silent Lake Provincial Park - 10 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Paudash Lake Marina - 13 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Paudash Lake - 17 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park - 28 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Chandos Lake - 40 min drive - 32.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Pizza - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪The Lakehouse - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Craftsmen - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Mirrors Cafe & Lounge - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright, Beautiful Year Round Cottage on Paudash Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Bright, Beautiful Year Round Cottage on Paudash Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright, Beautiful Year Round Cottage on Paudash Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bright, Beautiful Year Round Cottage on Paudash Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Silent Lake Provincial Park, Angels Island and Angels Isle. Paudash Lake Marina and Lower Paudash Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall Get Away

Our overall impression was excellent. Comfortable, tasteful decor with lots of room and amenities for a family to relax and have fun at the cottage. The view from the cottage and the dock was beautiful. Be sure to get up early to catch a gorgeous sunrise. Kim was an excellent host. She was sure to provide you with all the information you needed to make your stay trouble free and was available to answer your questions. I would recommend Kim’s cottage to friends and family and would love to book again .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daria D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

East facing

I have a few health issues, so I found the walk down (and up) to the lake quite challenging. Also some areas of the walk were covered with pine needles making it quite slippery. The rest of my group didn’t have a problem.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Karina K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, cute cottage

Overall we enjoyed our stay. The cottage is on an excellent part of lake with beautiful views and great swimming and there is a lovely provincial park with enjoyable hiking very close by. The floating dock with ample seating is a highlight and a great place to spend the day. The dwelling itself is cute but damp with awkward lighting and an extremely unreliable wi-fi connection (just don't expect to do any work or be able to finish watching a movie). There are a few things that could be addressed to make it more pleasant: broken curtain rod and trim, smelly fridge with water leaking out from under the large produce drawer, old broken items lying around outside and stuffed under the docks, moldy window sills, gaps in the faux flooring, peeling/rotting outdoor furniture. The canoe is missing paddles and a front seat, which contributed to a dramatic capsize and rescue operation for our group and a squishy walk home off someone else's property from the nearest dock - be sure to wear a life vest and bag your phone! We did not use the bunkie as it smelled and a previous guest had left their clothes in it. The beds are extremely squishy, so be prepared to end up on one of the very comfortable couches instead. The shower is great and has the best water pressure in the place. It is hard to see to do the dishes (there are no lights over the sink). (Note: the lockbox is at the front door, not the back door as instructed, and the wi-fi network and password provided by Vrbo are incorrect.)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage stay

Felt like home as soon as we walked through the door. Lots of space and very comfortable, especially the beds. Kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed and not having to worry about brining our owns sheets and towels was nice. Very clean too. Down at the water, the dock had lots of seating. The water was really clean and deep off the dock and a good temperature already considering it was only June. The lake was big enough to paddle for a couple hours and still not explore everything. And the location of the cottage was far enough away from the main boat lanes that they didn’t disturb us with noise or waves. And our host was great. Timely on the information and checked in to see if all was good, but then left us alone to enjoy the cottage. Just the right level of attention.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage on the lake for family

A memorable stay for my wife and I, our 3 adult kids, son in law and infant grandchild. Bedrooms for everybody and plenty of space for boardgames and eating together. The lake view is terrific with peaceful early morning sunrises. We had very hot weather so the cottage could get hot but with fans (no AC) and dips in the lake we stayed comfortable. We enjoyed using the kayaks to explore the bay. Kim provided great instructions and the cottage was well outfited. Remember to bring suncreeen and bug spray.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paudash Lake

Beautiful cottage and gorgeous views! Lots of spaces to sit both inside and out. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!!

The cottage is absolutely wonderful!! Beautiful views, comfortable, clean in a gorgeous area. We had everything we need and more... we highly recommend this cottage!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding

This is a great property with excellent views and amenities. The property owners are wonderful and this lake is one of the best in the area. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shirley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay

The cottage was very comfortable for six adults. We had a good time even with a few days of rain. Kim is a very nice host.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicolette K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paudash Lake getaway

Cozy friendly cottage on the east shore of Paudash Lake. The lake is wonderful. There is a good dock and kayaks and a stand up paddle board come with the cottage rental. We easily slept 6 and the Bunkie was great for privacy for a daughter and her partner. Kitchen was very well supplied and had some basic spices as well, which was appreciated. Loved the screened in porch for early morning coffee and late evening hangout.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Spot!!

We absolutely enjoyed our time here with our family. The cottage was just as shown with amazing views of the lake. We were 6 adults; me, my husband, kids, spouses and a toddler who loved playing in the bunky. The beds were very comfy including in the bunky where my daughter and partner stayed. The kitchen had everything we needed and the long kitchen Island was a great added space! We all spent a lot of time down at the huge dock which had loads of seating. The wonderful lake swimming was the icing on the cake. Kim was great at responding to any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Margaret B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay at Paudash Lake

Thoroughly enjoyed our time at Lake Paudash. The cottage was very well equipped, comfortable and nicely decorated. Kitchen was a good size and had everything we needed. Lot's of choice for sleeping with 3 bedrooms, bunky and bunk beds in open area. All the beds were very comfortable. Kim was great to deal with always replying promptly with any information we needed. Location on the lake was great - lot's of sun in on the dock in the morning and some shade in the afternoon. Paudash is a very pretty, quiet lake, great for swimming.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Retreat

Enjoyed a quiet week at this cozy cottage. The cottage was beautiful and everything was included to make our stay as comfortable as possible. We enjoyed canoeing and fishing on Lake Paudash.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dinah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer Splash

This was our second time staying at Kim's place. We enjoyed our time here last year so much that we delighted to return. Kim's attention to detail in the cottage makes it the most welcoming space. The beds are unbelievably comfortable and the bedding is top notch. It was warm outside during our stay, but we were never uncomfortable at night with the ceiling fans running. The kids enjoyed sleeping in the bunkie and swimming in the lake. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

susan w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and Quiet!

We were at this cottage late in June, and it felt almost like we had the lake to ourselves as the full summer season hadn't started yet--very peaceful! The rooms were just as pictured, the kitchen had lots of counter space to work on, the owners had thought of pretty much everything we might need. The screened in porch was great for sitting bug-free in the evenings, and the dock was very spacious, with lots of Muskoka chair seating and a couple of cushioned and comfortable loungers. There was a stand up paddle board, a couple of kayaks and I believe there was also a canoe although we did not get a chance to use it. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peggy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, relaxing… all you need is there!

Our host was wonderful, very easy to communicate with. Property information was detailed and we loved the nearby restaurants that were recommended as well. Great place, will definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time on Paudash Lake

The views of the lake are gorgeous and the cottage is very comfortable. I would recommend it. Also, Kim was an excellent property manager to deal with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

Great!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

sanela g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

Beautiful cottage minutes from Silent Lake Provincial Park. About an hour away from Sir Sam’s ski hill. Lake behind the cottage was frozen enough so the kids could skate on it. Kim is a very friendly host who responds quickly to messages.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Winter Getaway

Rented this property to celebrate our birthdays and to get away from the city/work for much needed quiet time together. The property and area are very quiet, esp at night when it's pitch black outside. We literally did not see another person for the 5 days we were there. Communication and check in were very smooth and the house was the perfect size for the two of us and our little dog but still big enough for four of our friends to join us for an evening. Furnishings were comfortable, and beds were unbelievable. One thing to note is that there is fantastic light in the whole place, but that also meant no window coverings for the entire main floor. Was a bit uncomfortable with it at first but got used to it. Gas fireplace heats most of the building but also super heats the main bedroom that overlooks the living room via an open window. Again, just something we got used to by lowering the temp before going to bed. Not sure how comfortable this would be at the peak of summer. We were warned about wifi and possible power outages but never experienced either. If anything the wifi was amazing, esp for a rural setting. Would def book again for next fall or winter.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time was had by all

We loved our time at the cottage. Lots to do and see.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Fall Getaway

A nice time relaxing with family.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Gayle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Soggy but happy.

Even though our stay was short and it unfortunately rained most of the time, we enjoyed our selves. Kitchen was well equipped but lighting was frustratingly inadequate. Colour scheme wAs very attractive as were the furnishings. Beds were very comfortable and felt like heaven. Kim was very responsive with communications.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Natalie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view, great location

Kim was lovely over the phone, and property is just beautiful. We loved the view of the lake, and rented a boat from the marina which fit perfectly on their strong dock. The lake itself is massive and a pure joy to explore. Lounging chairs on the dock were incredibly comfortable too. Located close to Silent Lake provincial park which is a must-see for gorgeous, well-maintained hiking trials, and we also enjoyed visiting close by towns. Overall the house is decorated well and well stocked with everything you need. It's tidy, but I will say it was not as clean as I would have liked and would have benefitted from a careful deep clean. The lighting was outdated and switches and outlets are strangley situated. Somehow the listing photos show overhead lighting in kitchen but there was none when we arrived. Luckily we had brought some lights of our own so we managed well but this definitely could be improved throughout the house. I think with a little extra TLC, including some landscaping in the back to tidy up equpiment and regain some of the massive property that is lost to trees and bushes would have easily made this a 5 star stay. Do recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D., Cobourg , Ontario Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

FAmily Getaway

This cottage is beautiful down to every detail. The beds are very comfortable. It’s spacious and great location. The host is exceptional! Truly!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Kim Harland

Host profile image
Our family is originally from the east coast of Canada, we moved to Ontario 25 years ago and have been trying to find a place that reminds us of the maritimes.

Why they chose this property

We plan to retire to this beautiful lake but for now our children play too many sports for us to get up every weekend.

What makes this property unique

The water is clean and clear with no weeds, which makes for great swimming. You can jump right off the dock.
We have a canoe, 2 kayaks and a paddle board you are welcome to use on the lake to go exploring. There is cliff jumping and sandy beaches to explore on the lake.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests