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Family-friendly cottage right on Drag River

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Lake
Property grounds
Exterior
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Minden Hills, ON
  • Burnt River
    2 min walk
  • Snowdon Park
    3 min drive
  • Minden Wild Water Preserve
    16 min drive

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About the area

Minden

With a stay at this cottage in Minden Hills, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Burnt River and a 3-minute drive from Snowdon Park. .This cottage is 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Ski-Mazing Water Sports and 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from Blairhampton Golf Club.
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What's nearby

  • Pinestone Golf Course - 15 min drive
  • Minden Wild Water Preserve - 16 min drive
  • Haliburton Sculpture Forest - 24 min drive
  • Sir Sam's Ski / Ride - 39 min drive
  • Haliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kawartha Dairy - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Boshkung Social by Boshkung Brewing Co - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Up River Trading Co - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Minden 50s Diner - ‬10 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.

Family-friendly cottage right on Drag River


A cozy, family-friendly cottage on a well treed lot located right on the Drag River. This unique space offers a quiet getaway surrounded by nature. Inside you'll find 2 bedrooms (Bedroom 1 has 1 queen bed; Bedroom 2 has a bunk bed with double bed on bottom and single bed on top), a recently renovated bathroom, eat-in kitchen and family room with futon. We also have a bunkie (June 2021) with bunk beds and a futon. **Please note - the bunkie is unavailable during the winter months as it is not heated**

Enjoy the sounds of nature on the large deck or sit around the camp fire. Entertain yourself by swimming, fishing, canoeing, tubing down the river right to our dock, sun bathing, walking/hiking or cozying up to watch a movie through Apple TV, Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video or our expansive DVD collection. Sit back, relax and enjoy your time here!

Short driving distance to hiking trails, restaurants, Minden Whitewater Water Preserve, Minden River Walk, and the famous Kawartha Dairy.

Summer availability (July and August) - prioritizing 7 night rentals - Saturday to Saturday
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Karen Johnson

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Kayaking on site

Safety features

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 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

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Family-friendly cottage right on Drag River Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darlene F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
Everything was awsome from the minute we walked in the door. It is so quiet and peaceful. The cottage was clean and stocked with everything you need and more! All you need to bring is you clothes and food . The bottle of wine that was left for us was a very nice touch. We are definitely coming back here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Will B.

Liked: Cleanliness
No problems, nice place
No problems, nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dragonfly on Drag
Perfect getaway for my Daughter and I. Our hosts were thoughtful and made our stay perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mary Jo M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Drag River, not a drag!
Great week long vacation with the family. We loved tubing on the river!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot on the rivere
We loved this place, it is nestled in a beautiful spot on the river, the views are excellent and it offers great privacy. The cottage is very cozy and it’s equipped with everything you need! The hosts are very prompt to respond to any enquiries. Overall a great experience!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxana G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous !!!!! What a view
We had a wonderful time whether it was raining or sunny!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cottage!
We had a fantastic time at this cottage! It's clean, comfortable, and packed with great amenities, right by the water. The hosts go above and beyond to ensure their guests have an enjoyable stay. We'll definitely be booking again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raquel T.

Liked: Cleanliness
In any weather, would immensely recommend to anyone :)
Stayed two nights and had the best time with family, that was visiting from abroad. Got a lot of rain the first day and a half but the cabin is very cozy (fairy tale like), so didn’t matter at all. We watched a movie from the DVDs available and played board games. Once the weather got a bit better after the big rain, we went for a short hike, and made warm fire at night! Last day was really sunny and thankfully we were able to get late check out, so got to enjoy the beautiful lake and rapids :) Definitely would come back. Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and Comfortable
This property was a pleasure to stay at. The kitchen was very well equipped and only lacked for proper (glass) wine glasses. The living room had an abundance of good reading lights which is something that many rental cottages lack. It was lovely to hear the babbling river as we enjoyed happy hour on the sunny deck. A real pleasure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arshad S., Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming cottage with stunning views!!
We recently stayed at this charming cottage booked via VRBO and had an exceptional experience. The views were absolutely stunning, providing a picturesque backdrop for our entire stay. Being so close to the river added an extra layer of tranquility and made our visit even more enjoyable. The cottage itself was cozy, well-maintained, and had all the amenities we needed for a comfortable stay. The owner was incredibly helpful and responsive, ensuring that all our needs were met promptly. Overall, this cottage exceeded our expectations, and we highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway with beautiful scenery and excellent hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little cottage on a gorgeous stretch of river
We stayed at the cottage over Easter wknd and had an absolutely lovely time. It was chilly outside but so cozy and warm indoors. We got out for a few hikes and played along the river's edge, had a few campfires and enjoyed the supply of boardgames and dvds. We hope to come back again soon. Maybe next time in warmer weather so we can play in the river!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALLA

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We just got back from the weekend stay at this beautiful cottage. It was very quiet and the place is very secluded so there is a complete privacy. We really liked that there were several places outside where we could sit and relax. In this way, each couple had their own space to sit and enjoy the view. We fished from the dock. The most successful fishing is in the evening, after 5 pm. The place is clean, warm and has everything you wish for.

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot on the river
Lovely cottage with everything you need, and more! Perfect setting for just sitting and listening to the river flow to relax and unwind. Very comfortable and inviting.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darryl K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anticipated every possible need
I would recommend this cottage without hesitation. Every need was anticipated, every comfort provided. Thanks very much to the hosts for extending the use of their holiday home to us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

kelly h.

Disappointing
Really wasn't anywhere to relax and read a book outside or limited options to sit in, water (river) was very weedy and we ended up getting what the pharmacists in town called swimmers itch from the river. The cottage is quite dark and set back in trees so limited light wasn't ideal. Overall very mediocre and really limited water activities to take part in with the weedy shallow water.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage
Wonderful little cottage with everything you could possibly need. Location was perfect! The river location was fun and we highly recommend using the water rings. Communication with the host was excellent and we definitely book again if we were in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Getaway
Had an amazing time! It was very private and the sound of the river was wonderful. We had beautiful campfires went tubing, fishing, swimming and enjoyed movies and games inside and outdoors. The host was awesome and so helpful. Great little gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corry P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, cozy cottage
Our family if 5 had a fantastic stay. The cottage was well kept, well stocked and had that cozy cottage feel. The property was beautiful and was so quiet and peaceful. The hosts were fantastic, providing us with a great welcome package and always quick to answer any questions we had. Added bonus of being close to 2 towns if you need to grab anything. Overall excellent experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing, quiet, scenic retreat
The property is clean and well stocked for what you need on the inside and outside. Every year I choose a place and go on a solo adventure. Karen and Peter's cottage as well as the area did not disappoint! Karen was extremely helpful with questions prior to my arrival, they leave a super informative packet upon arrival and are readily available for additional questions. It was a great place to relax, write music, grill out, read... all of it. Great hiking spots nearby as well. The property and the trails were postcard worthy. I highly recommend this spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Nice secluded cottage but near 2 towns for anything you need. Gracious and communicative hosts. Peaceful spot. Will be back for sure! Glad we came in our suv for the end of winter road conditions.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amitai K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A true cottage experience
My family of 5 had a wonderful time at Karen and Peter's lovely cottage. The cottage itself is very well cared for and very homey. We were looking for a true cottage experience--cozy, comfortable and quiet--and this place did not disappoint. The location was stunning, perched on a hill above the river, surrounded by woods and even with the winter trees bare, lots of solitude and privacy. Karen and Peter are great hosts, very responsive and accommodating, and helped make our stay easy and carefree. We would definitely go back. Thank you, Karen and Peter!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway!
The cottage was clean and had everything we needed. Such a beautiful view looking out onto Drag River. The wood stove keep us warm and cozy. Lots of trails close by for hiking too. Great cottage if you’re looking to disconnect and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous cottage and location
Exactly as described. Great location right on the river. Perfect for a relaxing stay. Cottage was clean and well maintained. Hosts were easy to contact, quick to reply to questions and very welcoming. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022