Ideally suited for 2 full families to vacation together!
Over 300ft of clear, deep waterfront that also includes a sandy beach with shallow water entry, and great off the dock swimming.
Main cottage has 3 bedrooms and all the amenities of home including dishwasher, induction range, oven, microwave, and a very well-equipped kitchen. Washer and dryer. Hot showers. Wood-stove. Western facing view through large windows with incredible sunsets.
The freshly renovated 2 bedroom bunkie sleeps up to 6 (double, bunk beds, pull-out couch), with a kitchenette and living room. Bunkie kitchenette is equipped with running water, mini fridge, microwave, kettle. The bunkie also enjoys a beautiful waterfront view.
Large grassy lawn in full view of deck. Good fishing right off the dock and nearby. Backs onto thousands of acres of hikeable crown land great for exploring. Large outdoor fire-pit. Or go for an evening paddle around to the back inlet (or walk back through the trail) to catch a glimpse of the resident beavers.
Gas BBQ with included propane.
A myriad of water toys and lawn games for your enjoyment:
- Canoe
- 2 Stand-up Paddleboards
- Pedal boat
- Youth kayak
- Large water mat
- Noodles/inflatables/etc
- Bocce Ball
- Horseshoes
The cottage is well stocked with board games, kids toys, and DVDs for those rainy days.
Both cottage and bunkie stay cool on hot summer days being well situated under shade trees, with lots of ventilation and fans supplied in every bedroom.
TRANSPORATION
This location is water access only -- a breathtaking 20 minute boat ride from Honey Harbour through the rocky islands of Georgian Bay.
But don't worry -- we'll take care of water taxi arrangements - just tell us when you would like to arrive/leave and we'll take care of your transportation arrangements. Water taxi fee is $360 per 6 guests, round trip.
CLEANING
Due to the remote location of this cottage, we have a leave-it-as-you-found-it cleaning policy. Linens and towels are optionally provided, however they must be washed and returned to the closet upon checkout.
If you would like to have a cleaning service, please let us know and we can book one (subject to availability) for a fee of $400.
Pets are welcome, we just ask that you please be respectful of the furniture and keep pets down.
FAQ
Q. How do I get here?
A. This is a water access cottage, which means there are no roads to get you there. You must bring a boat, or arrange a water taxi to take you there. The closest launching point is Honey Harbour, ON. If you are boating in yourself, we will provide navigational resources to help ensure an easy and safe journey. The boat ride is a highlight in itself, putting the rugged and rocky islands of Georgian Bay on full display.
Q. How much fridge space is there?
A. A lot! The main cottage is equipped with 2 full sized fridges, and the bunkie is equipped with a small mini-fridge.
Q. Is there hot water?
A. Yes
Q. Is the water drinkable?
A. The water system is fed from the lake, and is filtered for sediment before it enters the plumbing system. There is then additional undersink filtration systems fitted to the cold water faucets in both kitchens, which make the cold water safe to drink.
Q. Are their neighbours?
A. There are other cottages on the lake, however they are generously spaced. Our closest neighbour is about 150ft away.
Q. Are there nearby boat rental places?
A. Yes! Contact me and I'll send you my list.
Main Cottage
- Cooktop
- Oven
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Dishwasher
- Coffee Maker
- Refridgerator (x2 full size)
- Cutlery, dishes, cookware
- Washer & Dryer
- Linens & Towels
- Fans in every bedroom
- TV & DVD Player
- Woodstove
- Gas Barbeque
Toys
- Canoes (x2)
- Standup Paddleboards (x2)
- Pedal boat
- Large water mat
- Youth Kayak
- Lawn Games
Bunkie
- Microwave
- Minifridge
- Coffee Maker
- Cutlery, dishes
- Water dispenser
The cottage is located in quiet Cognashene Lake, which is accessible by boat only. It is a sheltered 9 mile (~20 min) ride from Honey Harbour, or 14 miles from Penetanguishine across the large bay.
Honey Harbour is a 1.5hr drive from the GTA.
Don't have a boat?
No problem! Water Taxis are available from Honey Harbour.
- Harbour Water Taxi: 705-528-2539
- Honey Harbour Boat Club: 705-756-2411
Boat Rentals
Boat rentals are also available from both Honey Harbour and Penetanguishine. Please contact us for more information.
Navionics App Route Files
We have detailed routes planned from both Honey Harbour and Penetanguishine. You can download these routes and load them into your Navionics Boating App for easy GPS navigation. Download the Navionics Boating App for Android here.
- Route From Penetanguishine
- Route From Honey Harbour
Rates
| Period | Weekly Rate | Daily Rate: Weekend (Fri/Sat) | Daily Rate: Weekday (Sun-Thu) |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | $1700 | $350 | $200 |
| June | $2200 | $425 | $250 |
| July/August | $3200 | $600 | $450 |
| September | $2100 | $425 | $250 |
| October | $1900 | $350 | $240 |
Let us Handle the Transportation
For your peace of mind we're happy to take care of water taxi arrangements! Just tell us when you would like to arrive/leave and we'll take care of your transportation arrangements. Water taxi fee is $360 per 6 guests, round trip.
Cleaning
Due to the remote location of the cottage it can be difficult to arrange cleaners following your stay -- for this reason, this is a leave it as you found it cottage. Linens and towels are available for your use, but they must be washed and put away upon checkout.
If you would like to have a cleaning service, please let us know and we can book one (subject to availability) for a fee of $400.
Booking Policies
Minimum 3 day stay required.
Damage deposit of $1000, cleaning fee hold of $400 (returned upon satisfactory cleaning).
50% of total due upon booking, balance due 7 days before arrival. Damage deposit/cleaning fee hold will be returned within 7 days of checkout.
We accept E-transfer, Credit Card, and Cryptocurrencies.
Cancelation Policy
Cancel within 60 days of check-in date for a full refund.