Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River.

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly
Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Kemptville, ON

Rideau River Provincial Park
‪10 min drive‬
Rideau Glen Golf Club
‪11 min drive‬
Canadian Tire Centre
‪33 min drive‬
Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Enjoy this spacious houseboat by leaving it at the dock and treating it as your cottage and play on the nearly half-acre property. Have a campfire. Play frisbee. Try the kayak and paddle-board. Swim at the public beach directly across the river. Take a short drive to any number of beautiful small towns nearby, like historic Merrickville or Manotick or Kemptville. It's only 30 minutes to downtown Ottawa and the Parliament buildings, too.
OR, take the houseboat for a cruise if you have a Pleasure Craft Operator's Card, which is easy to obtain if you don't have one already. (Extra charges apply for a cruising stay). There is no better way to see the region than from this UNESCO World Heritage waterway! See the historic Rideau Canal, and go through the still-hand-operated locks like it was 1850! There is no end to the possibilities!

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Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

Water view

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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

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

This property uses solar energy

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

Property Registration Number Not required

About the area

North Grenville

Located in North Grenville, this houseboat is in a rural area and on a river. Rideau Canal and Watson's Mill are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pirate Cove Marina and Sandy Mountain Golf Course. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Kemptville, ON

What's nearby

Osgoode Village Community Centre - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
Rideau River Provincial Park - 10 min drive - 10.1 km
Rideau Glen Golf Club - 11 min drive - 12.8 km
Canadian Tire Centre - 33 min drive - 42.7 km
Carleton University - 33 min drive - 35.6 km

Getting around

Ottawa Fallowfield Station - 25 min drive
Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min drive
‪Tim Hortons - ‬8 min drive
‪Marlborough Pub & Eatery - ‬11 min drive
‪Hard Stones Grill - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River. located?

This family-friendly North Grenville houseboat is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Rideau Canal and Veterans Commemorative Park. Gideon Adams Park and Pirate Cove Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

8.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Kym N.

5 October 2024

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

Lovely Outdoor Space

This property is in a lovely location with some marvellous outdoor options. It is close enough to Ottawa to be able to experience all the area has to offer yet far enough out to find peaceful relaxation if you prefer. The houseboat is such a unique experience. The host is very helpful and personable.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

27 September 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Property was as described in the ad so no suprises. The host had a personal emergency but still made sure that we had what we needed and took the time to show us how everything worked. Would definitely go again. The area is very scenic being right on the river. Worth it.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantelle K.

19 August 2024

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

Reconnecting on the water

The pictures don't do the property justice. When we arrived, we were so excited to stah on a house boat. The location was great easy to find. Its a great distance from town close drive but far enough away from the hustle and bussle. It is located near a road that the odd truck can be heard(we're from a big city so it didn't bother us and was quieter then we're use to) the water and scenery around was gorgeous, the first morning we woke up to a family of otters playing in the water my girls were in love. There was a paddleboard and kayak for our use which we used everyday. Trevor was very friendly and helpful during our stay and was very easy to get a hold of it we had any questions. We had amazing weather and enjoyed every part of our stay. Because it is near water(in water) there is lots of bugs so if your not a fan of bugs this is not for you, however with some big spray and access to inside we survived. It was great to get away from the hustle and bussle of the big city and connect with nature and hang out as a family with no distractions. Our girls had no wifi,tv,video games and not once did they complain they were bored. We had a great stay, great sleep and a great view. Next time we may try driving the boat. truck could be heardsomeone's h but we

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Linda S.

6 August 2024

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

Good place to stay

The houseboat is a fun place to stay. Bedrooms are wall to wall bed with no room for luggage, but it IS a houseboat. One bed up in the loft so someone needs to climb the ladder. No air con but fans and open window cooled at night. Well equipped with dishes etc. Nice bedding. Could use some newer towels. Really clean. The host could not have been more accomodating. A pleasure to deal with. Would stay here again!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Living Room 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property