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Sandy Edge Retreat-Awesome Beach!

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Breathtaking views of Lake Huron right from our cottage
Beach storage
Let the fun begin with some friendly competition
Sink into comfort in our cozy living room
Fully renovated kitchen!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Bayfield, ON
  • Bayfield Community Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Windmill Lake Wake & Eco Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Pioneer Park
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Main Floor BR1

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Main Floor BR2

1 Single Bed

Upper BR3

1 Double Bed

Upper BR4

2 Single Beds

Upper BR5

1 Double Bed

Upper BR6

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Main floor bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sandy Edge Retreat-Awesome Beach!

Everyone will love this beachfront retreat located on a HUGE lot with lots of room to run around inside and out! You'll find a huge beach area where the kids can swim/play and you can walk for a long ways. Inside there are 6 bedrooms so everyone can have a bit of privacy. And there is a games room with Ping Pong!

Centrally located -Golf Course is 1 min away and you are 2 min from Bayfield where you must have to visit the old time ice cream shop.

INSIDE
The main floor features a spacious living room where everyone can gather. Cuddle up on the couch for a movie with Grandma, with a Smart TV that includes Netflix for your viewing pleasure. The games room offers a Ping Pong table for added fun.
The newly updated kitchen boasts all new modern appliances, and the dining area provides ample space to enjoy your family treats together.

NOTE: Please look closely at the pictures - you will see the floors upstairs are plywood.

OUTSIDE
Enjoy games on the huge grassy lot, where you can play yard games or find your favorite spot for those treasured holiday naps. Kids will love playing "Pirates" in the new tent – it's super fun! We've supplied two kayaks and a paddleboard, along with five lifejackets, so you can challenge the kids to a race. At night, share laughter and stories around the campfire, with firewood provided by us.

Take approx. 75 steps down the brand new stairs to a wide expansive beach that we all remember from our childhoods-rare to find with the erosion and high lake levels! You'll easily spend the day on the beach or cooling off in the water.

SLEEPING SPACES
Sleeps 12 guests in 6 bedrooms so everyone can have a bit of privacy
-- Main Floor Bedrooms --
Bedroom 1: Double bed and Single Bed overlooking the beautiful lake.
Bedroom 2: Single bed with separate desk area.
-- Upper Level Bedrooms --
Bedroom 3: Double bed Overlooks the beautiful lake
Bedroom 4: Two Single beds
Bedroom 5: Double bed
Bedroom 6: Double bed

Only 1 Main Floor Bathroom-newly renovated with nice shower.

NOTE: Playpen/Highchair available upon request

NOTE: Parking is limited to 5 vehicles WIFI - is spotty - DO NOT EXPECT INTERNET HERE but we have provided a selection of DVD's
Max 2 pets are allowed

Linens are available for $20/per person This included Tea Towels, Dishcloths, Sheets & Pillowcases, Bathroom towels, Hand towels and Face cloths. Does not include Beach Towels.

NOTE: All Guests are required to sign a separate cottage rental agreement and provide government issued photo id. Including names and ages of all guests who will occupy the property. Primary renter must be over 25 photo id is required. Only those occupants listed on the Rental Agreement, are allowed to occupy the property. A separate security deposit of $500 is required

EXPERIENCE BAYFIELD
The pace of life slows down in Bayfield. When you vacation here, it's easy to experience each day to its fullest.

Clan Gregor Square is the heart of our quaint community where many local festivals/carshows and you won't want to miss the farmers market in season. Pioneer Park is another local favorite—kids will love cooling down at the splash pad. There's always something happening here, whether it's morning yoga or artists painting the sunset.

You're just 2 minutes from the Bluewater Golf Club. We're happy to suggest our favorite local spas, wineries and breweries, including Hessenland Inn & Schatz Winery and Bad Apple Brewing Co. With wooded trails, scenic country vistas and stunning Lake Huron, Bayfield is a beautiful place to explore no matter the season.

ABOUT YOUR HOST
I'm Jennifer, I started CottageStays to share my own home with like-minded travelers who appreciate escaping to life at a slower pace. I've never forgotten how lucky I am to call Lake Huron home. Now more than ever, everyone is in need of the kind of peace and quiet that escaping to the lake can bring. It's my absolute privilege to be the one to provide families and friends a special place to gather and create memories while exploring an area so near and dear to me.

Property manager

Jennifer Whaling
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view
Barbecue grill

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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

Pets allowed
2 pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All Guests are required to sign a separate cottage rental agreement Primary renter must be over 25 photo id is required.
Max occupancy at all times is 12, violation will result in removal without refund. This property is equipped with a monitoring device
Max 2 well behaved pets are allowed but must sign separate pet addendum - violation will result in removal without refund.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bayfield

Located in Bayfield, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Huron and Grand Bend Beach, while The Livery Theatre and Reuben R. Sallows Gallery are cultural highlights. Consider Huron Country Playhouse for a night out or Marine Museum if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bayfield, ON

What's nearby

  • Bayfield Community Centre - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Huron County Library - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Windmill Lake Wake & Eco Park - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Cove Beach - 21 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Pioneer Park - 25 min drive - 25.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bayfield Berry Farm - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bayfield Brewing Company & Public House - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪The Black Dog Village Pub & Bistro - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Albion Hotel - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandy Edge Retreat-Awesome Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sandy Edge Retreat-Awesome Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sandy Edge Retreat-Awesome Beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sandy Edge Retreat-Awesome Beach! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bayfield cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Huron, Huron County Library and Bayfield Community Centre. Windmill Lake Wake & Eco Park is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

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10/10

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10/10

Communication

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

Beautiful Spot

Our big , multigenerational family loved our week at the beach. There is plenty of room and the ping pong table , kayaks and SUP are a nice bonus. The beach is beautiful and private . The occasional morning beach walker to chat with - but that is it. I highly recommend this cottage for your clan!

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

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

A great getaway!

Sandy Edge was exactly as described in the listing. It reminded me of my childhood cottage time in a wood cottage in Muskoka. I loved the wood interior and the thoughtful layout of the cottage. We had 3 couples and 2 kids stay during our time and we all had our own space. It was nice to have a couple bedrooms on the main level so that we had our own area. The house is situated at the edge of the woods and a ravine and feels quite private. The kids loved the "fort" on the deck and of course we all loved the beach. The beach was beautiful, with a sandbar about 20 feet out in the water to stand. The bonus of a lakeside property is that the beach is private. I am a big sunset person and I lucked out and was able to see a sunset every night of my stay. If you stay at Sandy Edge, open up your windows at night and listen to the waves lull you asleep. Jennifer was an excellent host, in contact before and during our stay. We were missing some paddles and life jackets and she came by with new ones! Some practical notes: there is no air conditioning- open up the windows and run the fans. We brought a couple extra fans to stay comfortable. The kitchen is new and beautiful, but bring your own BBQ tools, cheese grater and marshmallows roasting sticks for the firepit. There is no washer or dryer on site. We did our big grocery shopping in Goderich at Walmart and used Bayfield Foodland for a few essentials. It is nice to be situated between both towns. Bayfield berry farm was fun to explore.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie D.

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

Rustic Gem

We had an amazing time at Sandy Edge. The cottage is the perfect balance of rustic and equipped, and the beach is amazing. Bring water shoes to get past the ~20 feet of rock and play in the waves on the huge sandbar. Our kids are 5 and 7 and had a great time. We enjoyed the kayak and paddle boards, you may want to bring your own life jackets are sizes at the cottage are limited. We enjoyed bonfires on the beach, playing in the waves, and exploring charming Bayfield, only a 5 minute drive away. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., Toronto

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

Beautiful week at a beautiful property

Our group had a wonderful stay at Sandy Edge Retreat. The cottage is very spacious and the owners are doing a great job with renovations and upgrades. With 7 bedrooms and two living areas on the main level, there is a lot of space to be together and apart when needed. Stepping into the backyard, you are greeted with amazing views of Lake Huron. From here you can continue down the beautiful staircase that opens up onto a massive private beach with panoramic views. Some days it feels as if you are in Mexico and not Ontario! Communication with the owner was very easy and we will definitely rent this cottage again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Best beach and sunsets in Ontario

When I was speaking with the property manager she made it quite clear this property was a liike an old school cottage. The outdoor space makes up for iit. The sandy beach the waves the turquoise water the blazing sun and out of this world sunsets is better than anywhere in Ontario. We felt like we were in the tropics, minus the palm trees! Wouldn't hesitate to rent here again. Thanks for the memories!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

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Hosted by Jennifer Whaling

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