♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡
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- Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
- KitchenKitchen
- Outdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
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Explore the area
- Thousand Islands OLG Charity Casino42 min drive
- Gananoque Boat Line42 min drive
- Thousand Islands Playhouse42 min drive
- Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers)83 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Frontenac Islands
What's nearby
- Gananoque Municipal Marina - 41 min drive
- 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
Getting around
- Gananoque Station - 66 min drive
- Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers) - 83 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 43 min drive
- The Old English Pub - 41 min drive
- Maverick - 41 min drive
- Riva - 40 min drive
- Stone Water Irish Pub - 42 min drive
About this property
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♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡
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.
Property manager
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
- 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 on site
- Kayak on site
- Water park on site
- 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
- 1 unit
- Bicycles
- Garden
- Solar energy
- Wind energy
Policies
Check-in
Check-out
Special check-in instructions
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses wind and solar energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in is available.
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Frequently asked questions
How close is ♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡ to the airport?
This cottage is 31.2 mi (83-min drive) away from the Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does ♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡ have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.
Does ♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡ offer free breakfast?
This cottage does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at ♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡?
No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Thousand Islands OLG Charity Casino (3.8 mi) and Shorelines Casino Thousand Islands (4.7 mi) are nearby.
Is there free parking at ♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡?
Free parking is not available at this cottage.
Does ♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡ have a pool?
This cottage does not have a pool.
Does ♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡ have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cottage.
How close is ♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡ to downtown Frontenac Islands?
This cottage is 15.8 mi away from Frontenac Islands.
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