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Big Rideau Lake Experience

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Dining
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Perth, ON
  • Stewart Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Perth Museum
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Murphys Point Provincial Park
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Smiths Falls, ON (YSH-Montague)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Big Rideau Lake Experience

Our cottage has been in our family for 3 generations, it is a place of natural beauty, memories, laughter, and rest. This is our invitation to you to enjoy the cottage. It offers 4 bedrooms, 2 full and 2 half, baths and sleeps up to 10, including 2 bunk beds. All of the essentials are provided for a family cottage experience. It is a beautiful lakeside setting, shallow sandy entry and boat dock for deeper entry, large deck for dining and lounging, floating swim dock, full kitchen with dishwasher, safe drinking water, 3 kid's kayaks, 2 small adult kayaks, trampoline, open fire pit, DVD & VHS, games, and lots of parking. Located in a quiet area on the beautiful Rideau Lake not far from Rideau Ferry Marina and a 10 minute drive to quaint town of Perth, . Best suited for families with young children.
No WiFi.

Property manager

Cathy Ireland

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Water view
Fireplace

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Refund for bookings in the month of July

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Drummond-North Elmsley

Located in Drummond-North Elmsley, this cottage is on a lake. Port Elmsley Drive-In Theatre and Full Circle Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Perth Golf Course and Lombard Glen Golf and Country Club. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Perth, ON

What's nearby

  • Big Rideau Lake - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Stewart Park - 15 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Perth Museum - 15 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Perth Golf Course - 16 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Murphys Point Provincial Park - 23 min drive - 13.4 km

Getting around

  • Smiths Falls Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CC's on the RIDEAU - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Skye Dragon Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Red Fox Restaurant Tavern - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Hideaway - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Pub - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Rideau Lake Experience pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Big Rideau Lake Experience?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Rideau Lake Experience?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Big Rideau Lake Experience located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Big Rideau Lake and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Otty Lake. Mica Mines Conservation Reserve and Port Elmsley Drive-In Theatre 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

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

Great stay

We had a blast and lots of things to do. The cottage was execellent
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

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

Cottage time

It is a great property right on the Rideau lake. They supply paddle boards and kayaks which we fully enjoy using. For us it is also an opportunity to reconnect with family and friends in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard P., Belleville

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

Great Place For A Family Vacation

We really enjoyed our second time there with the quiet location on the lake the availability of water craft.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

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

Great holiday

We have enjoyed this property a few times! We appreciate it’s proximity to Perth and Smiths Falls as we have friends and family in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Howard P., Belleville

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

Peaceful location on the lake

We really enjoyed our stay and are making plans to return next year. We apreciated that the cottage is spacious inside and on a large lot with quiet neighbours right on Big Rideau Lake. The trampoline, kyacks and swimming platform were big hits with our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

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

Cottage Week

We really enjoy this property as it includes paddle boards and kayaks. It also has enough beds and bathrooms for our crew.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

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

Our Family Gathering

Our family of six adults and two teenage boys rented this cottage for 10 days in June. We were very lucky and had wonderful weather with warm days, and cool nights. One of our nights was quite warm and the ceiling fans came in very handy. The water was cool for swimming when we first arrived but was great later in the week. Having all the kayaks, paddle boards and row boat was fantastic. We used both the small beach area to wade in and the dock and raft while swimming. There were so many water and lawn toys that we were outdoors playing a lot. The trampoline was well used!!! And of course we had s'mores cooked on the evening campfire. There was lots of wildlife, deer, birds and bunnies, and the wonderful sound of the loons in the evening. The several outdoor decks, including one on the waters edge were well used. Indoors the cottage was very well equipped in all ways. The kitchen had everything we needed for large family meals. The layout with several sitting areas meant that there were places to gather and corners to have a quiet getaway if needed. We used all the bedrooms, and having the one large family room with three beds was helpful. There are only two showers, but we managed well with them. The cottage consists of an old rustic cabin and modern addition, and they worked well together, with both a cozy comfy feeling and a bright airy area. Sunrise in the morning was delightful on the front deck. It is situated on a beautiful stretch of the Big Rideau Lake with wonderful bays and islands to explore. We also explored both Perth and Smiths Fallls, and had a wonderful time. When we were leaving, my daughter simply said, "Can we book this place again?" To me that's a great review! Very pleased with our stay here.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Very Nice Cottage on the Rideau

We had a very pleasant weekend. The cottage was well equipped and very very clean. We enjoyed kayaking, the trampoline, swimming, BBQing and campfires.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

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

Cottage Week

This was a great property for visiting with family and enjoying the water. We really appreciated the availibility of paddleboards and kayaks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

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

Gorgeous Cottage! Perfect Vacation!

This cottage is perfect. It has everything you need. We literally kept on finding things in the kitchen and were surprised that EVERYTHING was available! The cottage has a lot of character and we absolutely loved it. It has been in the family for a long time and you can feel the love and life in every single thing inside. The outside area is amazing. Huge yard with grass for kids to run around, and a trampoline that was a big hit with our 3 kids. The owner was great and provided all the information and was very easy to communicate. We recommend this cottage to everyone who wants to have a fantastic time away from home! Thank you Cathy, we can't wait to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Oliver b.

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

Great getaway

Amazing little gem on the lakeside. Great neighbors and amazing waterfront property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Melissa K., Quakertown, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice rustic stay

We had a nice time in Perth. The house was nice, kitchen is small, but everything is very private. There is no swim dock and we wish that was communicated before we went. There is also no A/C so thankfully there were fans but it was still hot. We had a great time though.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Excellent Family Reunion

We had a family reunion at this cottage and it was absolutely perfect. It's even nicer than the photos would indicate - very private with a great "cottage atmosphere". Plenty of room to move around, both inside and out, and the views of the Rideau River out the front windows and outdoor deck are second to none. The kitchen is fully stocked with plenty of appliances, cutlery and cooking pots. Everything was in top working order. The kids loved playing on the trampoline and swings. We would love to come back and enjoy it during the summer months when the swimming would be another great asset.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Beverlee M.

It was a perfect spot for a family holiday with lots of space inside and nature all around outside.

The cottage has a lovely homey feel and lots of room for different activities. The trampoline was a big hit with all age groups and a special play was performed in it the last nite. A lot of time was spent in the water canoeing, rowing, kayaking and swimming to the raft or island. It is a wonderful spot for adventures, visiting painted turtles and spotting osprey or loons. Murpheys Point provincial park is free this year and seeing a rat snake was a thrill for my 11 yr. old grandson. The cottage is well equipped for cooking and games and provided an ideal setting for a memorable family vacation. Lucky for us the weather was perfect and the cottage is close enough to Ottawa for two 20 ish grandsons to join us several nights.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

John M.

Nice place to stay

Stayed for one week with family and was pleased. Good fishing, especially for my 6 year old grandson. Central to towns and Ottawa.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

The perfect cottage

We had the best week at this cottage. We had 5 adults and 3 children- 2 babies and one 4 year old. The cottage was perfect and had everything we needed. With a close drive to Perth, any groceries etc, were quickly accessible. The owner was so welcoming. We would definitely try to book this cottage again for our next stay in the Perth area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2016

About the host

Hosted by Cathy Ireland

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I have been coming to this property 60 years. Many additions and embellishments have been added over the years but the lake remains the same. It is my favourite place and that of my children and now grandchildren.

Why they chose this property

Rideau Lake is part of the Kingston/Ottawa waterway. It is considered one of the important lakes in Ontario. The lake is clean and well stocked with fish. Rideau Ferry marina is about 4 km away by water.

What makes this property unique

Cottage is within 10 ft of the water. Shoreline and lake have a sandy bottom. Entry deepens very gradually End of the dock is about 4 ft deep I in early season.

Languages:

English
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