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Sunset Waters Cottage at the Heart of Big Rideau Lake

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Property grounds
Exterior
5 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Portland, ON
  • Popular LocationBig Rideau Lake15 min walk
  • Popular LocationWestport Sand Lake Beach28 min drive
  • Popular LocationMurphys Point Provincial Park33 min drive
  • AirportSmiths Falls, ON (YSH-Montague)48 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.

Sunset Waters Cottage at the Heart of Big Rideau Lake

Exclusive All-season classic cottage right in the heart of Big Rideau Lake. The main building has a spectacular view of the lake and sunset with large windows all around the cottage This beautiful home features five bedrooms that sleep 10 total, and pull-outs that can sleep 4 individuals (6+ guests is an extra charge). Includes large all-wood sun-room with plenty of seating and breakfast table. Full and unrestricted access to the water via large dock, which can accommodate several types of boats and is great for swimming in deep water, no rocks or weeds at the end of the dock. The property is cooled by air-conditioning and heated by wood and/or propane. (Wood not included). Includes three washrooms, Sauna, and Mini-bar. It has a spacious kitchen with two sinks. All Kitchen supplies included. All beds are ready with clean bedsheets and linens. Clean towels are available. Also features a laundry washing machine and dryer for those extra long stays, detergent is not supplied. The cottage features a beautiful lake view outdoor fire pit that can accommodate all guests at once. Cottage is sheltered on all sides for privacy with trees and shrubs, wooden fence around 70% of the property. Great lake for fishing in wide-open waters. The backyard is large for big festivals and BBQ. Inside is a large living room space to accommodate everyone with fireplace and flat-screen using chrome cast, Wii-U, Blu-ray & Wi-fi available.

Motorboat rentals available from nearby marina.

The cottage is operational during winter.

Property manager

George Ibrahim and Nivein Ibrahim

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 20 lbs per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Ask for more details.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Up to 20 lbs per pet
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: With $20.00 per night fee.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 8
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Beautiful Waterfront Cottage Heart Big Rideau Lake Portland
Beautiful Waterfront Cottage Heart Big Rideau Lake
Beautiful Waterfront Heart Big Rideau Lake Portland
Beautiful Waterfront Cottage Heart Big Rideau Lake Portland
Beautiful Waterfront Cottage Heart Big Rideau Lake
Beautiful Waterfront Heart Big Rideau Lake Portland
Beautiful Waterfront Cottage at the Heart of Big Rideau Lake
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About the neighborhood

Rideau Lakes

Located in Rideau Lakes, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Jones Falls Defensible Lockmaster's House and Perth Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Kilborn's on the Rideau and Westport Community Arena. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Big Rideau Lake - 15 min walk
  • Kilborn's on the Rideau - 19 min drive
  • Rideau Canal - 20 min drive
  • Westport Sand Lake Beach - 28 min drive
  • Murphys Point Provincial Park - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Smiths Falls Station - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Forfar Dairy Ltd - 15 min drive
  • Recess Café - 14 min drive
  • Stage Coach Inn - 19 min drive
  • Galley - 15 min drive
  • Chip Wagon - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunset Waters Cottage at the Heart of Big Rideau Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Sunset Waters Cottage at the Heart of Big Rideau Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunset Waters Cottage at the Heart of Big Rideau Lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sunset Waters Cottage at the Heart of Big Rideau Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Big Rideau Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Upper Rideau Lake and Rideau Canal. Kilborn's on the Rideau and Rideau Canal are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 85 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kellen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to relax on the water
Great cottage to relax with friends. The Cottage was in great shape and clean, but could use a good deep cleaning in certain areas. The dock and waterfront areas are amazing. The Sauna heats up quickly, but only fits 2-3 adults comfortably. Overall a great cottage and will definitely be looking to book again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Lorri H., Ottawa

Liked: Cleanliness
Club M comments
It was a beautiful spot. A few helpful tips for the owner… print off a book for renters, (sent a pdf didn’t print it off ) some of the information was missing, didn’t know it was a gas bbq, where to find light switches for the rooms. had to search around for hand towels etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Kianoush T.

Staying in the cottage was fun
The cottage is very nice but unorganized. No towels in the bathroom. we had to search every closets to find them. We ended up finding them piled up in the dryer. We never found the booklet with the check out instructions.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Marie W., Ottawa Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Gil’s getaway
We had a great time. Kitchen well stocked. Not as clean as we expected based on reviews we had read. Single beds weren’t made. We weren’t able to watch TV until a technician showed up. Wifi was very weak.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles G., ClearSpring,Md

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic setup
House was just as described, plenty of room with all of the amenities. Great location close to towns in any direction. I would highly recommend this property especially for larger groups. A very nice property
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

suzanne s., Ottawa

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion no stress
We had booked this place last yr and loved it- but this yr booked again to include older relatives - aunt and uncle from england- who wanted a true cdn cottage experience! They loved it all. We were: 4 adults 2 seniors (fit but early 70s) and our 2 teens (16-18) . The canoe and paddle at cottage work great- as a bonus canoe is light to lift. We brought our kayaks and tied up our 18.5 ft boat for the week. The place was clean and kitchen fully loaded with anything you need (we brought hand soap) . Very memorable and terrific stay !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot
Fantastic location right on the water. Great swimming off the dock. Sunsets across the water and serenaded by the loons. Lovely spacious and comfortable lodging with all the amenities of home. Thank you to our hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The property is very clean, modern, and spacious. Lots of room for family members to be together or separate for different reasons. The dock worked out fine for our boat and the water was very nice with clean, deep water, swimming off the end of the dock. The fishing was great as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Father’s Day Fishing Trip
Very nice amenities, great sunset view, and fishing was as we had hoped.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan L., London

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Retreat
This large cottage was such a peaceful place to enjoy great views and to enjoy nature. The cottage was spacious and lovely with really comfortable beds. It was an easy drive to some of the area towns for some shopping. We saw deer every day we were driving to a town - lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bert B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice place
Had a great stay in this place. Certainly would want to go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage
This Cottage is deceiving because it simply kept getting bigger and bigger the more you walk through! Bathrooms and upstairs bedrooms are renovated with a very modern vibe. The Cottage has ample seating and spaces to enjoy cold fall days (snowy days too) inside with all the amenities you need. It truly can accommodate a large family get together or a quiet space for 2. It doesn't feel too big with the layout but plenty of private spaces. Owner is very responsive as well. A great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dennis T., Ottawa canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage for thanksgiving
Very happy with our long weekend stay for Thanksgiving. The weather was cool so we did indoor stuff with adults and kids. ie. card games and wii games. Ample room in cottage with lots of room for all and great cooking facilities. Outdoors was great too but a little on cool side. Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Friederike B., Fort Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely waterfront cottage
Very roomy beautiful updated bathrooms and bedrooms lots to do in the area great waterfront
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was gorgeous and very relaxing.
Easy to rent the property and the owners were very descriptive on how to get there making the trip simple.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

scott g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends at the cottage
Awesome experience with the friends, amazing place to stay with tonnes of room! The lake is amazing there and the location cant get any better, its close to town so if you run out of anything its very easy to get. I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Henry C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Spacious
We enjoyed the place very much and the place has everything you can think of (if I know it is equipped with so much and so many we wouldn’t bring so much things.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect sunsets & loads of quiet comfort
Fantastic stay with adults family + - teens age 15-18 Huge cottage (lakehouse) 2fridges!!👍 nice layout. Teens loved wifi and firepit and stargazing Solid floating dock. We kept our 18.5 ft boat there. Solid dock ladder to jump in and swim. AC ! Incredible 🌅 sunsets!! . Fab having a dryer for towels. Byo soap pods for laundry. Only flaw was big bed in lake room a little soft but still comfy enough. Bed upstairs firm. Owners (George) super responsive to any Qs. Would def stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely time on Big Rideau Lake
We enjoyed our stay. The cottage was very nice, well-equipped kitchen with 2 fridges and lots of room for everyone. The location was also great and the kids were swimming off the dock every day. Good outdoor spaces, good Wi-Fi as well.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Carla F.

Basic comfort for a large family
Great location on a large, but fairly quiet lake. Lots of room for 9 of us to sleep in the five bedrooms and very comfortable having 3 washrooms and laundry. A few things could be improved to make a stay for a large group more pleasant: dining table only sits 6 comfortably and there is no outdoor eating table or area for a large group. There aren’t enough outdoor chairs for everyone to sit on or near the dock. There aren’t proper paddles to use the canoe. Most coffee mugs are chipped or leak due to cracks. These are not big things but contribute to a disconnect between number of beds and comfort for everyone. At the price we paid we have come to expect nicer amenities. The hosts were considerate and very responsive to questions and concerns.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jared P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin getaway
Place was well stocked and large, lovely to stay in
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason W., Cornwall

Liked: Cleanliness
Big Times at the Big Rideau
Amazing property inside and out. Large comfortable cottage with nice bedding, great bathrooms and wonderful kitchen and family room. Huge interior with excellent finishes and all household items you would ever need.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marc M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lakeside cottage
Ample space for our family, beautiful private location, lot of amenities, and host was extremely responsive to all of our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location and plenty of space to lounge inside the cottage
We had a wonderful stay and George was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Frances C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy with our stay
We really enjoyed our stay in this cottage. The view was beautiful, the bedrooms and living space were comfortable, the kitchen was well outfitted, and the region, which was new to all of us, is just gorgeous. We would definitely go back. Just a few minor complaints. There were cigarette butts in the fire pit and a lack of lighting around the grill, so this limited our ability to use these amenities. There was also some confusion when I initially booked the trip. in which some information on the listing was inaccurate, leading to a higher pet fee than I had anticipated. But that obviously did not keep us from coming. The owners were communicative, and provided a lot of information in order to help us find the cottage. With that said, there were perhaps some conflicting messages about the water, which made us feel a bit confused, so in the end we just bought water the whole time anyway. But again, these are all minor complaints, explaining why we give the place 4 stars instead of 5. We would recommend booking this venue if it suits your needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

General property information

Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Location
Portland
Structure Type
Cottage