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♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡

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Beach
Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Gananoque, ON
  • Popular LocationThousand Islands OLG Charity Casino42 min drive
  • Popular LocationGananoque Boat Line42 min drive
  • Popular LocationThousand Islands Playhouse42 min drive
  • AirportKingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers)83 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Frontenac Islands

On waterfront.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Ontario and 12 miles (20 km) of Grass Creek Park. Glen Lawrence Golf Club is within 12 miles (20 km) and Colonnade Golf and Country Club is within 16 miles (25 km).

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

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.

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
  • 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

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

  • No pets 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
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.

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

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.

♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡ Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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