Beautiful waterfront rustic cottage

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3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 872.5 sq m

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Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Lake view

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Cardiff, ON

Silent Lake Provincial Park
‪10 min drive‬
Paudash Lake
‪13 min drive‬
Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park
‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunkie

2 Queen Beds

Bunkie

2 Single Beds

Master

1 Queen Bed

Spare room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Ensuite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful waterfront rustic cottage, overlooking Paudash Lake near Bancroft. Sleeps 6-8, 2 bedrooms, sunroom and full Bunkie.
Ensuite bathroom has tub and shower, small two piece bathroom in middle of cottage as well as new outhouse. Large dock and swimming area, canoe available. Boat launch and fishing boats available to rent at nearby marina.

The beauty of this cottage is that it is rustic and comfortable. Large deck and BBQ for entertaining. The fire pit overlooks the lake and is close to the cottage. Variety of board games, use of guitar and stereo. Two bedrooms have queen size beds. Sunroom has two pull out sofas and Bunkie has two queen size beds as well as two single beds, fans in each room. Kitchen is well equipped with microwave, toaster, coffee maker, dishes, blender and accessories. This is a dog friendly cottage, however we prefer them not to be on the furniture. This cottage is may not be suitable for people with mobility issues or very young children due to stone stairs and some uneven terrain.

Property manager

Nathalie Poirier-Cox

Languages

English, French

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Smaller children may require more supervision.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

1 or 2 depending on size.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Please be mindful of noise level, especially with music.

Please wash and put away dishes, pots and pans and anything else that was used.

Please make certain to leave at the agreed upon time. Eleven is regular checkout time but is negotiable.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cardiff

Located in Highlands East, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Silent Lake Provincial Park and Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park, while North Hastings Heritage Museum and Village Playhouse are cultural highlights. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.

Cardiff, ON

What's nearby

Silent Lake Provincial Park - 10 min drive - 7.6 km
Paudash Lake - 13 min drive - 8.7 km
Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park - 14 min drive - 15.8 km
Bancroft Mineral Museum - 16 min drive - 17.1 km
Chandos Lake - 45 min drive - 38.8 km

Restaurants

‪The Lakehouse - ‬8 min drive
‪The Craftsmen - ‬4 min drive
‪Mirrors Cafe & Lounge - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful waterfront rustic cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Beautiful waterfront rustic cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful waterfront rustic cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful waterfront rustic cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Haliburton County Public Library - Cardiff Branch and Highlands East Town Hall. Lower Paudash Lake is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Janice W.

11 July 2022

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

Family Fun

The view was exceptional, fishing was good and the loons were spectacular. A great time was had by all

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

13 August 2023

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

Family Vacation

We had a wonderful week of kayaking, swimming and making new memories together! The cottage is perfect for spending time together - there’s something for everyone. Thank you Nathalie for sharing your piece of paradise!

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yuliya A.

30 July 2024

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

Amazing place

We did the best choice in booking this cottage! Worth to drive for. Beautiful water view. Everything you’re looking for nature feeling is in this cottage. A place to get away from city living. Highly recommended. We had an amazing time, fun, laughters, kayaking, swimming and fishing. We will definitely come back here again... 👍👍👍

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew Y.

31 July 2023

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

Classic Cottage Stay

We had a lovely relaxing time at the Cox cottage. Guests should be ready for a rustic cottage with lots of classic decor, a private lakeside spot with a front deck that has a beautiful view of the lake where you can while away your time. The owners were quick to respond to any questions and check in check out was easy. Thanks for a great stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

12 August 2024

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

Magical!

My family has wonderful memories of our time together up at this cottage. It is perfect for us! The spacious dock, fire pit area and the deck - all with the incredible view! Thank you very much...once again! We hope to be back again next year. :)

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara F.

12 July 2023

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

Year Two in the Books

Another wonderful stay at this welcoming, comfortable, and homey cottage. We made good use of the canoe and kayaks, and our kids had a blast sleeping in the bunkie. There is so much outdoor space to enjoy and enabled us to either all be together, or spread out and relax solo. Hope to be back again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

4 September 2021

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

A welcoming cottage with breathtaking views of the quiet lake

For the past 8 years we’ve rented a different lakeside cottage in various spots all over Ontario for the last week of summer. This is the first time when we’ve enjoyed ourselves so much we didn’t want to leave. The cottage is clean, well-appointed and so homey and welcoming. It’s comfort is matched by the beautiful view and easy access to Paudash Lake. We will most definitely be returning soon!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maryann v.

22 August 2021

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

Perfect summer getaway

Four of us had a wonderful stay at this property. The outdoor living space is perfect! The indoor space is also just what we like in a cottage....it's a cottage:) We rode our bikes along the Monck Rd to the Kawartha dairy store on the highway...well worth every hill we climbed. Will consider visiting again next year! Thank you for opening up your cottage to guests!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vera K.

13 September 2021

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

Perfection from beginning to end

The tears at the end should say it all. We we're sad to leave. This place was comfortable, convenient, cozy and beautiful. Nathalie was great to communicate with. Sometimes we find it takes a few hours to settle into a place but we felt right at home the second we got there.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason F.

4 August 2022

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

Next year we book a longer stay!

I don't know where to start with how amazing this place was... is it the huge stone landing with the fire pit? the private dock? the peaceful Lake? the incredible view? the overall aesthetic in design of the interiors? the clubhouse style bunkie? The guitar and cajón? the selection of games? the super comfortable firm matress? the ensuite bathroom?... Pretty sure we found the place we want to book every year. Truly, an incredible experience. thank you Nathalie, for being such a wonderful host!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

alan m.

5 August 2022

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

Stunning view from charming family cottage

This is a real family cottage, so much character everywhere. Generously stocked and extremely comfortable. The highlight is the deck ( or two levels of deck) that have a jaw dropping view of paudash lake. A tiny island in foreground offsets the enchanting picture. Easy lake to paddle, the provided canoe and kayaks used every day. Head all the way to right and a half an hour paddle will bring you to a beautiful canyon. The stone work throughout the property is old world wonderful. Stairs and retaining walls remind of a medieval village. It could be a movie set . The only negative thing about this cottage is having to leave. (The bunkie is super bonus! On a hot night we kicked the kids out and enjoyed the AC! The view from bunkie is amazing!)

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randy B.

11 September 2022

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

Beautiful view!

Truly wonderful. Easy communication with the owner. The outdoor spaces had been updated and the deck and fire pit area were beautiful. Inside the cottage was quant, with a rustic charm, but very clean, and a comfortable living space. We’ll be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

6 September 2022

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

Amazing Lakeside Cottage

Fabulous location overlooking Paudash Lake with an awesome deck, firepit area and lakeside dock. Quiet and private, rustic and comfortable with all the amenities you could ever ask for. The hosts were a pleasure to deal with and look forward to returning.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maryann v.

28 August 2022

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

Family chill week

This was our second visit to the Cardiff cottage. We love the out door spaces, proximity to tennis and biking routes, and the over all feel of the cottage. Great place to chill with family and friends.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauralee E.

19 August 2022

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

Relaxing getaway

Yet again we had an incredible week at this cottage and this time we brought our parents. It was a perfect week with canoeing and swimming and campfires!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

17 August 2022

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

Fabulous!!

Nathalie and David’s property is the definition of Cottage!! It’s rustic, comfy, the water is perfect for swimming and fishing, the fireplace area has the most amazing lookout, the terrace has plenty of space for family meals and there’s lots of space for rainy day activities inside. Thank you very much - it was the perfect place to be together. So many happy memories made!

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tara F.

3 August 2022

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

Absolutely Fantastic Stay, A Truly Memorable Experience

We had an amazing one-week stay stay at Nathalie and David's cottage. As other reviewers have expressed the pictures of the land and view do not at all express just how beautiful it is here. From the landscaping and firepit, to the stone walk way up to the bunkhouse, to the steps leading down to the dock - the outdoor space is breathtaking and allowed us to have a truly relaxing Canadian cottage country experience. Inside was also everything we could have hoped for. Lots of things for the kids to discover (we did the clue puzzle - which I highly recommend for a rainy day!), and plenty of room for all of us rain or shine. This cottage has obviously been well loved and well maintained by the Cox family and we feel lucky to have called it our home away from home for a week. Would love to be back! Thank you again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

29 July 2022

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Cottage

Beautiful cottage. Would highly recommend. We had the best time.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dale S.

16 July 2022

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Great vacation

This was a great place! Easy access to water, clean and great amenities! We had a great vacation!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

andreea

29 June 2022

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

Beautiful Lake View

Good

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sadek Jake A.

6 October 2021

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

Great Cottage, Awesome Host

Loved our stay at Nathalie's cottage. Everything was as posted and the views were beautiful. Nathalie responded fast to all queries and offered early check-in and late checkout.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

30 September 2021

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

Fall Getaway

Comfortable cottage with a lovely view.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Étienne C., Kingston, Canada

24 September 2021

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

Comfortable and clean

The property had everything required to have a perfect weekend getaway. The view from the fire-pit is phenomenal! The cottage was clean and the kitchen had all the essentials. Nathalie and David were wonderful hosts and very accommodating.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Suzanne and Kevin F.

31 August 2021

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

Family Get-Away

This was a great place for the family to get-together and to enjoy the wonderful outdoor amenities. Most of the day was spent outside for meals, recreation and relaxing!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine M.

16 August 2021

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

Paudash Cottage

We really liked the cottage - beautiful view of the lake! Very peaceful location & lovely outside patio area.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Nathalie Poirier-Cox

Languages:

English, French

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunkie

Bunkie

Master

Spare room

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Ensuite

Main bathroom

Spaces

About this property