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♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Gananoque, ON
  • Sculpture Park
    41 min drive
  • Confederation Park
    41 min drive
  • Gananoque Municipal Marina
    41 min drive
  • Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers)
    65 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Frontenac Islands

When you stay at this cottage in Frontenac Islands, you'll be on the waterfront and steps from Lake Ontario. .This cottage is 17.2 mi (27.6 km) from Rideau Canal and 12 mi (19.3 km) from Grass Creek Park.

What's nearby

  • Confederation Park - 41 min drive
  • Thousand Islands OLG Charity Casino - 42 min drive
  • Gananoque Boat Line - 42 min drive
  • Thousand Islands Playhouse - 42 min drive
  • Shorelines Casino Thousand Islands - 43 min drive

Getting around

  • Gananoque Station - 52 min drive
  • Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪1000 Island Charity Casino - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Riva - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬41 min drive
  • ‪The Old English Pub - ‬41 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡

♡Looking to escape the hustle? Wanna chill out with friends for a weekend? Experience making tasty s'mores at the bonfire with your kids. Grab a bevy! Chill out after a fun day in the sun! Gaze at the countless stars from a Muskoka chair at the fire pit in your front yard. Your tranquil island cottage awaits. This charming waterfront space is bright, open & airy for your stay♡

Please read the entire description. It will help set expectations. Or at LEAST read the big bullet points ;)

● We live on-site with 2 friendly dogs.
● Bring water to drink (the water here is from a well; it's fine for showering & doing dishes).
● Located on an island. Access is by drive-on ferry. Getting on costs $8 but leaving the island is free.
● There are only houses on the island so please plan your trip accordingly.

▪︎2 bedrooms with 2 beds combined (queen & double). Bringing a baby? A Pack'n'Play (playpen) may be available if needed, just ask!

●While we do offer WiFi, there is no TV.

FEATURING:
▪︎A screened-in front porch.
▪︎A stocked kitchen (pots/pans, dishes, cooking utensils, glassware, coffee maker, electric kettle, toaster, etc.), bed linens, free BBQ propane & firewood.
▪︎Pack light! 1 complimentary towel/person, shampoo, conditioner & handcrafted body bar provided.
▪︎Has a BBQ at the door & a fire pit near the dock.
▪︎Off-grid experience! (Solar/wind energy) Brief power outages are part of the experience ;) so we ask our guests to not leave fans or lights on when they are not necessary.
▪︎The BBQ is conveniently located steps away between the kitchen & outdoor table.

We provide bedding & linens, 1 towel + 1 washcloth/person, dishes/kitchenware, a 4 liter jug of water, TP & basic toiletries, propane & firewood. We do not supply or have paper towels.

We have 2 super friendly (off-leash) big dogs. As we live next door, they will more than likely visit at some point during your stay.

■If you plan on doing some fishing here during your stay, you need to have a valid fishing license (can be purchased inexpensively online for weekly use) & your own equipment (rod, lures, worms, etc.).

■OUR PROPERTY■
▪︎Off-grid experience! (Solar/wind energy) Brief power outages are part of the experience ;) , although we added to our house-battery supply in 2021 to ensure these outages happen less often.
▪︎10 minutes to Gananoque.
▪︎30 minutes to Kingston.
▪︎Boat launch & dock on-site.
▪︎Family-based.

■AREA ACTIVITIES■
▪︎In 2002, the Ontario 1000 Islands were designated as a UNESCO biosphere. Explore!
▪︎Fish/swim/kayak on-site.
▪︎Let us take you to a nearby beach by boat.
▪︎Play volleyball or badminton in our sand court.
▪︎Walk or bike down the majestic tree covered, gravel lane.
▪︎Explore trails on the island.

With 4 other rental cottage spaces on the surrounding properties, Hideout on Howe is set up to entertain many guests at the same time. This cottage has its own dock & waterfront space. The volleyball court is shared among guests.

☆Located on an island serviced by 2 ferries, Hideout is just minutes from beautiful Gananoque (the "Gateway to the 1000 Islands"). Local attractions include the renown 1000 Islands Playhouse, the Gan Brewing Company, the 1000 Islands History Museum, the Joel Stone Heritage Park with public playground, splash pad & sandy beach, the Marble Rock Conservation Area, the 1000 Islands Boat Museum, 2 or 5 hour cruises on the Gananoque Boat Line, numerous galleries, helicopter tours, kayaking day trips, & so much more. Join us for lunch at one of our favourite waterfront restaurants! There are several family/group friendly activities available. While these experiences are not sponsored or endorsed by Hideout on Howe, photos have been included to give guests an impression of life in the 1000 islands ; )☆

X● Absolutely no dogs or fireworks permitted. (Deal breakers without refund.) ●X

♡Relax. Play. Enjoy.♡


This reservation has a Flexible cancellation policy - refunds will be issued up to 30 days prior to the check in date.
A 100% refund is provided for travellers cancelling at least 30 days before check-in. A 50% refund is provided for travellers cancelling from 14 to 29 days before check-in. No refunds are provided for travellers cancelling less than 14 days prior to check-in. CanadaStays Booking Fees are refundable if you cancel within 48 hours of placing your booking request.
Our house rules: no smoking, no parties or events, no pets or dogs permitted (as we have animals, including guardian dogs. We cannot have any other dogs here for the safety of other guests).
No smoking in buildings.
Parents coming with children under the age of 16 must bring proper fitting life jackets for them.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a water park or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Hideout on Howe Retreat

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Free firewood
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch
  • Yard

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Casino nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Solar energy
  • Wind energy

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses wind and solar energy
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
♡tranquil Waterfront Escape♡
Waterfront 2 Bedroom Cottage
Waterfront 2 Bedroom Cottage @hideoutonhowe
♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡ Howe Island
♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡ Private vacation home

♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡ Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pamela D., Cornwall, Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Howe Island
Beautiful sunsets. Hosts fun to talk with
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maryna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time
Scenic views, friendly and comfortable in communication owners. It is not about luxury but about pleasant impressions, peaceful time and general enjoyment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Cathy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
No hot water.
We loved the location but too many buildings feeding off same solar panels. Power was spotty at best, generator very noisy and adjacent to cottage we were in. We had NO hot water for 3 days with no communication by owner from initial advice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
Off the start, Courtney was so quick to respond to any questions I had prior to booking. She went out of her way to make sure we were comfortable with everything. Courtney and Chris were both very welcoming when we arrived. One of the first things we noticed was how clean the cottage was. It had everything we needed in terms of dishes and the bed was very comfortable. There are also fans in every room, which was great for me who hates being hot. It is located on Howe Island, which makes it a nice cottage getaway, but also close enough to Kingston and Gananoque for easy access to museums and restaurants. You do have to take a ferry to get to the island, but they run quite frequently so we never had issues. Unfortunately their boat wasn't working when we were there, so we couldn't take advantage of their offer to take us around. We were also there in May, so a little cold for us to take advantage of the nearby water for a swim. The dogs and cats that live there are very friendly and was a highlight for our 19 month old son. The cottage is on a property with the owners' home and a couple of other cottages. So, if you are looking for something very isolated and private, this wouldn't be it. However, Courtney and Chris are not intrusive at all, and we always enjoyed chatting with them when we saw them. If we ever needed anything, Courtney was very quick to bring it over. Their son would also build our fire every night, which was great! Overall we had a great experience and look forward to going back when we have a chance!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shasta L.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING TIME
I can't say enough good things about this place. And the owners are TOP SHELF! We loved our stay so much that we are planning another trip in the Fall with friends. This time we went with our kids and they also loved the experience. Its quiet, its like you're on your own private island! You take a 3 car ferry to and from the island, it was quick and the longest wait was maybe 5 minutes. Cant wait to go back !!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Great stay Owners were amazing perfect spot if you want to relax go fishing very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Owners dwelling is very close by but are very welcoming. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Too short!

8/10 Good

Celine L.

Pour ceux qui aiment un endroit près du fleuve et qui s’accommodent d’un confort rudimentaire …
Nous recherchions un chalet près d’un cours d’eau et séjourner sur une île nous a attirés.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022