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Lake Huron Beach House - Spectacular Sunsets

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April 2023 Beautiful sandy beach
Back view of cottage facing lake.  Firepit and lots of open space
Spacious kitchen fully loaded with all your cooking needs
Large expandable dining table seats 12 and faces lake
Large Master Bedroom - 2 Queen size beds and double futon

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Beach view
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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St Joseph, ON
  • Grand Bend’s Beach House Observation Deck
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Grand Bend Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Huron Country Playhouse
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Family Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Double Futon and 2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lake Huron Beach House - Spectacular Sunsets

We are authorised under Bluewater Short Term Rentals Licence for a maximum of 10 people (including babies/toddlers) on the property during the rental period. There are no exceptions to this rule and the rental group will be subject to immediate cancellation, eviction and stiff penalties. Suggestion is that you rent an additional property if you have a larger group as all legitimate short term rentals in the area have similar restrictions.
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Location, Location, Location - this traditional cottage is well known for its absolutely wonderful location on one of the most beautiful spots on Lake Huron, and the spectacular sunsets. The Cottage Ambience is phenomenal. The view from this property was even highlighted in the Globe and Mail a few years ago.

Located on prestigious Lake Huron, our waterfront vacation house features lots of sandy beach and swimming in beautiful clear water. Some areas may have a few small and big rocks/pebbles and the area of the sandy beach depends on on what the weather brings in or takes out, but these only add to the beauty of the beach or just increases the swimming areas/water sports area.

Sun worshipper or shade lover you will find them here.

Relax on the outdoor beach and cottage decks, 2 patios or 2 balconies while watching the sun set over the lake. Enjoy each other's company, dance, BBQ, make smores, play and sing around the firepit. Open and spacious back and front yard, great for playing games for all ages.

This beach house is fully air conditioned during the hot summer and heated during the winter.

With 4 bedrooms and a much, much needed 3rd bathroom, you can enjoy the kind of magnificent space and layout that makes for a fabulous vacation that offers a semblance of privacy to each person or family. The bedrooms have been comfortably designed to be away from the main activity areas. It's easy for anyone in the group to get away to relax or read when they want to, turn in before the rest of the group in the evening or to sleep late in the morning.

Beds are as follows:

Master Bedroom - 2 Queen size beds and 1 double Futon, ensuite bathroom, gas fireplace, balcony and beautiful view of lake.
Bedroom 2 - double bed
Bedroom 3 - double bed
Bedroom 4 - double bed
2 additional bathrooms located near Bedroom 2, 3 and 4

Our kitchen is fully loaded with all appliances and service for 8-10. The dining area is surrounded by a superb view of Lake Huron. This is the perfect spot to entertain, and features an expandable table. Enjoy the beauty of this magnificent part of the world, while having a meal.

Our family room has a beautiful view of the lake. There is a TV, a small library and also a few board games, some left over by previous renters.

Our games area, a converted garage, features a pool table, table tennis and air hockey table.

The front of the property is enclosed by a treed fence and offers a wonderful secure playing area for children. One can also play badminton or volleyball. This area has a small patio and offers an alternative on really windy days when not possible to be lakeside.

The beach is accessible via private 65 wooden steps and rails at the end of our property . There is a landing approx every 14-15 steps and makes the beach easily accessible throughout the year. There is an alternative Private Lane Resident only access to the beach less than 100ft away with a walkable slope leading to approx 20 wooden and steel steps.

We are conveniently located in the St Joseph's community, a few minutes drive between Grand Bend and Bayfield.

Sun, rain or snow, there is always something to do. Enjoy the little towns, golfing, restaurants, antique shops, drag racing, nightlife, marinas and lots more fun at these popular summer vacation destinations or just stay at our beach house and enjoy the privacy.

For health reasons, we have maintained chemical free lawns and gardens. We have let the trees, wildflowers and plants grow to preserve the cottage ambience, but still perform a regular indoor and outdoor weekly maintenance to keep a little control. Our indoor and outdoor furniture is practical and user friendly. We are very proud to maintain most of our annual renters who love the traditional cottage feel at a wonderful location. That is a true luxury in this day and age.


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WATER LEVEL UPDATE

Water levels and sandy beach area are dependent on weather conditions, and can range from 10 ft to 100 ft . Since April 2023, sandy beach area is closer to the 75ft mark. Higher water levels mean its great for swimming and water sports (bring your own beach toys). Sometimes large and small rocks may be exposed depending on weather/water levels and we strongly recommend water shoes. It is very difficult to know what to expect each season, but the ever-changing landscape is absolutely beautiful and there is always something to do, no matter what nature brings in.
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Rentals during the summer will be Weekly only . Check in on Sunday or Monday at 5pm and Check out on Sunday or Monday at 11am.

NO Pets allowed and no exceptions to this policy.

Rentals in the s
Spring and Fall are flexible based on availability with a minimum 3 night stay.

Please contact us if you have any other questions as we cannot detail everything in this description but do want this to be a good fit for your group and also be fully transparent.

Thank You

Keywords: Waterfront , Beach, Cottage, Lakefront, all amenities

Property manager

Lorraine

Languages

English

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Amenities

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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
10 max includes every child, toddler or baby
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Events

No events allowed
No exceptions
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Linens not provided (bed sheets, pillowcases, bath and beach towels) and pillows. All beds have mattress protectors, comforters/quilts.
Rental Agreement (attached) to be read, signed and initialled and emailed/mailed to owner before rental is confirmed. Contact us if any other queries
No exceptions to Max 10 guests and no pets policy. Cancellation policy in place as we we have lost potential renters by holding your booking.

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
Note from host: No exceptions
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
Property Registration Number CRA GST/HST 78355 5063 RT 0001

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

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Located in Bluewater, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Huron and Grand Bend Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Grand Bend Motorplex, or consider a night out at Huron Country Playhouse. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating, snowmobiling and sledging.
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St Joseph, ON

What's nearby

  • Grand Bend Farmers' Market - 13 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Grand Bend’s Beach House Observation Deck - 13 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Grand Bend Beach - 13 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Grand Bend Motorplex - 16 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Huron Country Playhouse - 17 min drive - 16.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪White Squirrel Golf Club & Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bad Apple Brewing Company Ltd - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hessenland Country Inn - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Smiley'z Pizza & Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Paul's Diner - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Huron Beach House - Spectacular Sunsets pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Huron Beach House - Spectacular Sunsets?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Huron Beach House - Spectacular Sunsets?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Huron Beach House - Spectacular Sunsets located?

This Bluewater cottage is on the beach, steps from Lake Huron and within 9 mi (15 km) of Grand Bend Beach and Grand Bend Marina. Grand Bend Farmers' Market and Grand Bend’s Beach House Observation Deck are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rick A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely sunsets
We enjoyed our stay very much. The backyard and beach were wonderful and the sunsets were outstanding!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Asha H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location with gorgeous sunsets
We truly enjoyed our stay as it is fantastic cottage. Hosts were very attentive and available for any questions. Only thing is if you have small children stairs can be an issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Weekend
From start to finish great place , the view and the property top notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Stephanie P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots to do
For the days when you couldn’t be at the beach the games garage and sheltered front yard were great for keeping everyone entertained.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Beach
This is really a home. LOTS of stairs since it is a side and back split. Perfect for two small families to share. Bathrooms are dated but functional. Lots of deck and patio space. Beautiful views at sunset. Lots of grass and outdoor space. There are 70 steps to get to the beach, but the stairs are new, solid and have banisters on both sides, as well as several landings. Lots of sandy beach! BBQ and fire pit. The garage is a games room with air hockey, ping pong and a small pool table. Bathroom grout and caulk could use some bleach. We had a wonderful time there!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection!
This cottage was amazing! It was exactly as shown in pictures. We were able to check in 30 minutes earlier which was nice. The house was immaculate and had everything we needed. The views were spectacular and the beach was perfect. We had access to the shed with some floaters and beach toys The game room in the garage was a great added bonus I had forgotten about! My kids loved it! Lorraine was great and responded within a few minutes. We would stay here again anytime! The water is very rocky though so I do suggest water shoes; we didn’t have any but it was ok because we were in the floating the whole time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great Vacation Spot!
We held our annual girls weekend getaway at this cottage (more like a home!). Everything was exactly as described, very clean and comfortable. The deck off the kitchen was a great spot to have our morning coffee and watch the wildlife! The beach area is large enough to play all your beach games. The terraine into the water is rocky (large rocks) so bring your water shoes and you'll have no problem. The neighbours were very friendly and made us feel like the "quiet" ones for a change! Thanks again for a great weekend away!

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breathtaking views
Great overall stay accompanied by great weather which helped the experience. Views and are actually better than shown on site photos. House is large and accommodating....but family room. In the basement is less than ideal. Biggest downfall would definitely be the house setup. However, if you focus on the outdoors you'll forget the cottage shortcomings
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

Expensive, not worth the money
Very disappointed. Have rented a number of homes in this area and would not recommend this one.

10/10 Excellent

Amer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Wonderful place
We had a wonderful time at this house. The house looks better than the photos show and plenty of space for my family. The view is gorgeous and the activities are amazing. If you have toddlers you need to keep 100% eye on them as the backyard ends on a cliff towards the lake, and the house is full of stairs. The original photos of sandy beach is not accurate as the water level is high so no sand activities for the kids. There is a about 10 ft of gravel/sand area on a 7ft man-made cliff which is not very friendly for sand games for children. The fire pit is a great fun time. Lorraine and Keith were pleasant and easy to work with. Overall very recommended but be careful for toddlers.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Family Thanksgiving
This was our annual family Thanksgiving getaway. The cottage could not be more perfect. Very clean, had all amenities would possibly need. The layout gives room for everyone to be spread out too many different areas. The yard is amazing with the most beautiful view from inside and out of Lake Huron and sunsets. Yard in front and back are very big and perfect with kids, set up games, or just relax in many parts of the yard. Perfect spot for a nice fire. The garage is like a games room. With rain, we had Ping Pong tournaments! Would highly recommend this cottage, perfect location in all of area. Communication with host perfect. We will be back! Thank You! Melnik Family
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon S., Birmingham, MI

Great cottage rental near Grand Bend
We had a wonderful week with our 2 families (four adults and four kids) in this cottage near Grand Bend. The cottage was clean and well taken care of. The kitchen was large and functional. There were multiple decks which overlooked Lake Huron. The kids had a great time with a number of the games in the garage (Foosball, Air Hockey) and the basketball net outside. The family room was a bit musty - but we didn't spend too much time there. The master bedroom was large and had 2 Queen beds (and another convertible bed). The other 3 rooms had double beds. The mattresses were all very comfortable. Lake Huron and the beach were beautiful. There was a nice deck at the bottom of the stairs near the beach (shared with neighbors but mostly available). There are some rocks in the water - but there is a nice sandbar further down the beach. Overall, we had a great time and we were also lucky to have wonderful weather.

8/10 Good

Susan B., Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage with beautiful views!
Our family enjoyed our stay at the cottage, very fortunate to have been able to book this place during such a busy summer. The cottage had a beautiful back and front yard for games and relaxing along with nice direct access to beach. No issues just 1 minor thing was the place had some spots that weren’t cleaned very well by the maintenance crew when we arrived but besides that overall great experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carla a., Ontario Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
This is our second time at this cottage and absolutely love this place . The sunsets are outstanding and the cottage is perfect for families with children . The beach area isn’t the greatest for children and very rocky . You will definitely need water shoes.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
We had a great week. Lots of space for two families and my mom with lots of things for everyone to do - basketball net, movies, games for the older ones and lots of open space for my 3 year old. The view is incredible and the deck is a perfect size for our group.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

This place is for sure a piece of heaven!!
Property is very well taken care of and beautiful surroundings. We have been going to this location for the last 6 - 7 years and never had an issue with anything. I would highly recommend it for a girls getaway or certainly a large family vacation residence. The owners are very accessible and super nice.

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

Beautiful sunsets and Lake Huron views
We had a great stay, lots of room for everyone with a very well stocked kitchen. We also visited a couple of great beaches while we were there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maria D.

Absolutely fabulous and worth every penny
Our group of 6-8 have gone to this cottage in the summer for the last 5 years and it is absolutely worth every penny we spent. We sometimes even go for weekends with our friends as is such an enjoyable and relaxing location and lots to do at the cottage or surrounding places for all ages. The owners are always friendly and always open to our suggestions and have actually implemented some of them. I even took a small group of friends out there in Nov 2016 and apparently 2 of them have now booked a week in the summer with their grandkids. I have already booked our week for 2018 as this cottage books fast. The views and sunsets are beautiful and we enjoy the walks on the beach, weather permitting. The 4 children in our group have a wonderful time swimming, boating, playing in sand or playing with all the toys available and just enjoying simple family time. We do take water shoes as sometimes different areas are rocky, but have noticed the beach changes every year and it is absolutely fascinating. The area is quite private and neighbours are very friendly and helpful. The house has everything we need. We are a family of cooks who love to experiment or just BBQ. I especially love just sitting around the firepit or anywhere on the property to just chat with each other or even read in private. The boys sometimes go fishing. This one week is one of the best summer weeks we have had and completely relaxing. Definitely a lot cheaper/less hectic than flying away to get some beachtime in another country. The rental for this beachfront property is definitely reasonable compared to others we have been to, and we are seasoned travellers. I can see why the owners have to pay property taxes nearly twice as much as non beachfront properties, but in my opinion, it is worth the cost and definitely a highly recommended rental and in high demand.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mathieu M.

Best Vacation Ever!
I grew up by Sebago Lake in Maine, and my wife on the shore of southern Massachusetts, so now that we live here in the boring flatlands of central Ohio, we are always looking to stay by water on our summer vacations. We discovered the glory of Grand Bend last summer on a whim, staying at the resort down the road. We wanted a proper house for this summer's trip, and this sure fit the bill! We took our two daughters (14 and 8), and had the best vacation together we can remember. They each got to have their own bedroom, and my wife and I enjoyed the ginormous master bedroom upstairs. Slept like a rock every night to the sound of the waves and wind. Perfect weather the whole week, campfire every night, swimming every day, didn't watch TV once. I'm the cook in the family, and their kitchen was the best equipped of any rental house we've ever stayed in. There are two markets 10 minutes away in Grand Bend, an LCBO and Beer Store, Pharmacy, etc., so all the supplies anyone would need can be had close by, and just enough gift shops to keep the girls happy. :-) All the neighbors we met were extremely friendly, especially Bob next door, who is a hoot. This house comes with many extras we've never had before with beach rentals, the games in the garage, beach toys and chairs down in the shed, etc., which was a big plus. I'm slightly perplexed by the negative comments about the stairs some people have made. I will refrain from calling those people whiners (oops, I said it), but EVERY house along this stretch of shoreline has stairs. In fact, this one had the fewest of any of the houses we saw during our nightly walks up and down the beach. We went to Pinery Park one day, and there were also 30 stairs down to the beach from each of the parking areas...just the nature of the area's geography. My youngest daughter, who is deaf and has some breathing issues, had no problems with them at all. Took the family parasailing (as we did twice last year), which I highly recommend, and of course the wonderful Starlight Drive In movie theater. The only negative part of the trip was having to leave, of course. But there is always next year! I wish this site let people upload guest photos like Trip Advisor does, but I well send some to the owner for her to add here if she likes.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

maria P.

Beautiful sunsets!
Everything was just as described or better. The kitchen has everthing you would need to cook a gourmet meal. Great place for a family with kids. Looking forward to going back with the gradchildren.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

Fantastic Girls Weekend
This location was absolutely beautiful. We had one of the best girls weekends ever. Lots of room and plenty of chairs outside. Anything we needed was there. The lake was so warm but you did have to be careful due to rocks. We had a great time and would love to return next year.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gary N., Oakland County, Michigan

Wonderful Vacation
We rented the Beach House for a week with our daughters and three grandchildren. It is a great place to stay with the extended family! The kids loved it! They played for hours on the beach, in the garage with all the toys and air hockey, and in the grassy back yard. We loved to take them to the Beach in Grand Bend, and also the playground in Bayfield. We love the town of Bayfield! The house is clean, well maintained and has enough space for a large group. We had a wonderful vacation.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Trisha L.

Beautiful Sunsets
We cant wait to go back again next year. This cottage is fantastic, we traveled with a group of friends and there is nothing more than you can ask for. The cottage is very well equipped with anything you might need and large enough for our group of 8 to wonder easily throughout without banging into one another. The beds were comfortable, more than enough blankets and pillows for everyone, the kitchen had everything your kitchen at home would have. Thank you very much for sharing your beautiful home with us we all are looking forward to returning next year.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gary N., Oakland County, Michigan

Wonderful Getaway!
We rented this cottage for a group of five couples. The cottage was very, very clean and equipped with all the ammenties we could ever need ( dishes, glasses, pots and pans, gas grill, beach chairs,etc.) Although we didn't bring any children it was extremely well equipped for babies (baby dishes, high chair, gate) and for kids (garage with toys to play in on rainy days, beach toys, games) I would love to bring my grandchildren here for a week! The view was wonderful and the beach was sandy. The nearby town of Bayfield was quaint and had some nice shops and restaurants. I would definately rent it again, we had a wonderful time!!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Great time at Beach House near Grand Bend
Actually deserves 4 1/2 stars. House was very clean and comfortable and big enough for our group of 10, including 4 kids. Large and well-equipped kitchen. Owners left lots of stuff in the kitchen for us to use. Property well-maintained with lots of areas for relaxing and playing in the front and back yards. The beach and lake were great, even with the rocks. Beach shoes a must. You could really walk for miles on the beach. Friendly neighbours who pointed out the less rocky areas. Lots of stuff around for the kids- toys, DVDs etc. Spectacular sunsets - true!! Grand Bend convenient for shopping, restaurants etc. Went cycling in the Provincial Park about 20 mins. away and noticed there are also hiking trails there. We all had a great time.

About the host

Hosted by Lorraine

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We are the owners and take great pride in our vacation home. We have had over 15 years of family reunions in this area .. . priceless wonderful memories which we build on each year.

Why they chose this property

This is our dream house and we fell in love with it on first sight. Just a very simple, traditional cottage, nothing too fancy. Phenomenal ambience. A beautiful sandy beach and lots of activities/attractions easily accessible if you need them. As we relax by the lake, we find ourselves transported to a world far away from the stress of everyday life, especially when we experience nature and the spectacular Lake Huron sunsets. The amazing view from our property was even highlighted in the Ontario West Coast feature in the Globe and Mail some years ago.

What makes this property unique

We enjoy the peace and quiet from hectic normal work life. We take long walks on the beach early morning and/or evening and the lake-breeze is exhilarating. Fantastic bonding time with family and friends around the beach, BBQ, firepit, playing games outside, and sometimes, we just laze around and enjoy the lake and quiet time. It is just amazing to take this time to enjoy nature at its best. There are lots of birds and small wildlife always scuttering around and so wonderful to watch their antics as they play and live their lives. We have also watched storms crossing the lake from the safety of the house. Every day, the Lake looks different depending on the weather, and most noticeable differences during winter days.

Languages:

English