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Awaken to nature’s beauty at Whispering Pines Retreat!

Perth South vacation home with kitchen

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Outdoor pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, table tennis, stereo

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 41350 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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St.Marys, ON
  • Place, River Valley Winter Tube Slide
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Mary's Farmers' Market
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, London, ON (YXU-London Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Perth South

In Perth South .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this vacation home, you'll find River Valley Winter Tube Slide and St. Mary's Farmers' Market. St. Marys Museum is within 6 miles (10 km) and Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • River Valley Winter Tube Slide - 14 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • St. Marys Museum - 15 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • St. Mary's Farmers' Market - 16 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum - 16 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Fanshawe College - 32 min drive - 22.5 miles

Getting around

  • St. Marys Station - 12 min drive
  • London, ON (YXU-London Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Towne & Country Cheese Shoppe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Stonetown Coffee - ‬11 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.

Awaken to nature’s beauty at Whispering Pines Retreat!

Awaken to nature’s beauty at Whispering Pines Retreat!

Breathe the fresh country air…feel the crisp pond waters…hold hands while wandering the paths…and gaze at the wonderment of the stars through the pine trees.

The short journey from St.Marys, Ontario’s stone town, will take you to your own oasis, away from everything. Whispering Pines Retreat is just 10 minutes from St.Marys, 20-30 minutes from London and 2 hours from Toronto.

You may come in need of a connection to nature or just a break from everyday life. You will go home a different person, enriched from the experience of living among trees, away from the city.

Whispering Pines Retreat is an off-grid establishment built on a 27 acre wooded lot. Your biggest adjustment will be getting used to no noise. You will not hear cars driving by or the honking of car horns. Rather, you will be sung poetry by birds, hear the breeze whistling among the trees and be fully embraced by nature.

You enter Whispering Pines Retreat by driving down a quaint lane surrounded by towering pine and black walnut trees. As you amble around the pond, you will come to your home away from home. The 1,350+ square foot second floor welcomes you with many of the comforts of home including two queen size beds, dining table, automatic coffee maker, comfy sofas, pool table, ping pong table and so much more. The open concept makes it easy to view nature even while you are inside – from trees to a sprawling organic farm field, to the many birds that make Whispering Pines Retreat their home.

Become reenergized and inspired with a stay at Whispering Pines Retreat. It will remain a part of you for life!

Your comfort is our chief concern. Ample space and no shortage of amenities await your stay. Whispering Pines is more than a cottage, it's your retreat!

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • 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
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Wind energy

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

We kindly ask to respect the beauty of Whispering Pines Retreat. Thank you!
During the months of July and August, only a 4 night minimum booking will be accepted. Thank you!

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property uses wind and solar energy
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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses wind and solar energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Awaken to nature’s beauty at Whispering Pines Retreat! to the airport?

This vacation home is 20.3 mi (32-min drive) away from the London, ON (YXU-London Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Awaken to nature’s beauty at Whispering Pines Retreat! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Awaken to nature’s beauty at Whispering Pines Retreat! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Awaken to nature’s beauty at Whispering Pines Retreat!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Awaken to nature’s beauty at Whispering Pines Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Awaken to nature’s beauty at Whispering Pines Retreat!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Awaken to nature’s beauty at Whispering Pines Retreat! have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Awaken to nature’s beauty at Whispering Pines Retreat! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Awaken to nature’s beauty at Whispering Pines Retreat! to downtown Perth South?

This vacation home is 6.9 mi away from Perth South.

Reviews

Awaken to nature’s beauty at Whispering Pines Retreat! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 142 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 142 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 142 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 142 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 142 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul O.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a good stay in this one room loft.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha K.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a beautiful peaceful wooded rural retreat. Very cozy & comfortable with pleasant clean decor & quality amenities. Enjoyed swimming in the fresh water pond & a walk on the property. Very well-equipped, easy to book & great communication with hosts. They provide everything for a relaxing stay in a lovely environment. Plan to return for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hélène D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to wind down… quiet all around with beautiful sunset view!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, relaxing and peaceful. Whispering Pines is a great place to recharge the soul
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had such a wonderful stay at whispering pines this year! This is now our fourth year coming to whispering pines! Gail and Andy are wonderful hosts and are always there to help if we needed anything! The property is beautiful and the retreat is very relaxing. We look forward to coming back next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet, private retreat

Beautiful place to stay, you start to relax as soon as you turn into the driveway. The retreat is so quiet, and property is gorgeous. The hosts have thought of everything you need. There is a pond that you can swim in, or sit beside and relax. Lots of frogs to entertain the kids.Lots to do close by, kids loved the quarry in St.Mary's.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolute Oasis

We stayed at Whispering Pines while our son played in a little league baseball tournament in St. Marys. We couldn't have been happier with our choice. The hosts have thought of everything and communication with them was easy. We will definitely be back next time we are in the area. If you're in the area I recommend this place above all others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness

A forest bathing delight

We spent the weekend at Whispering Pines and are returning home feeling well rested. Gorgeous sunsets filtering though the trees, perfect nature walks, a cozy campfire, sitting by the pond, watching and listening to the bullfrogs while reading and chatting.... it was outdoor perfection.Indoors the place was immaculate and had everything we needed. We had an easy time cooking and BBQing. The beds were comfy, the shower pressure perfect, the pool table and Apple TV and comfy couches excellent for relaxing during a rain storm.Lovely place all around.
Sunset.
Nature walk sprinkled with fun little decorations.
Sunset reflection on the pond.
The walk to the pond.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness

2nd stay

This was our second stay at Wispering Pines and we loved it as much as our first visit. The owners are incredibly warm and helpfull and the property is just amazing!It's like a beautiful park nestled in your own private forest. I know we will return again and again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall getaway

We enjoyed a beautiful fall weekend at whispering pines, enjoyed walking the trail and relaxing with a good book by the pond.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Rural Retreat

Beautiful property-a hidden gem 10 mins fr St.Marys. Decor is pleasing, comfy & reflects quality choices. Lovely swim pond with deck & gorgeous landscaping. Fully equipped fire-pit. Well-outfitted kitchen. Cozy beds & luxury linens. Every detail is thoughtfully curated for a peaceful & relaxing stay. We will definitely return!!😁
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property

The rental was spotless, furnished thoughtfully, and extremely well equipped. We could tell that the owners really took time to make sure this was a great experience. The location was peaceful and the grounds absolutely incredible! A one of a kind experience!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Getaway

My family and I had a wonderful stay at Whispering Pines! This is our third year coming here and we will continue to come back! Each year, we have such a wonderful time, and there is so much to do on the property! There is an amazing trail on the property for those who love to walk trails, a pond to swim in, and an area to have a campfire! When entering the property, the amount of trees is unbelievable and breathtaking. The retreat is clean and spacious and has a wonderful view of the trees! It is such a peaceful and relaxing place to be. Gail and Andy are great to communicate with and are always available if you have any questions! Overall, we had a wonderful stay this year and can't wait to come back next summer!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Restful Whispering Pines

This is a wonderfully quiet and relaxing space to stay which is huge inside, air-conditioned, well equipped and a joy to holiday in. There is plenty of hot water for the excellent shower within the bathroom. We liked the open plan space which is a total change for us from separate rooms. The surrounding roads are very quiet and easy to drive if you are from overseas and normally drive on the other side of the road. This is not a party location, but a quiet place, surrounded by trees to be enjoyed for the solitude. There is a short walk to a deep pool for swimming or just relaxing on the decking to the side. Whilst located out in the countryside, good shops for food and mementoes are to be found 10-15 minutes away in St.Marys, the locally made chocolate is superb, and the riverside walk an excellent easy stroll. A visit to Niagara Falls is a must and has an excellent visitors centre. A holiday location which sets the benchmark!
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krysta L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous!

Whispering Pines Retreat is the perfect place for a peaceful and relaxing getaway. The retreat is clean, spacious, welcoming and quiet, The views of the pine woods are lovely. The kitchen and bathroom are thoughtfully and generously stocked. The property is beautiful, and we enjoyed walking the path and discovering hidden picnic spots. Gail and Andy have created a wonderful retreat.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Cozy Winter Get Away

What a great stay! Beautiful property with some wooded area to explore! Very cozy with lots of entertainment options inside. Overall great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy W., Ilderton Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Always enjoy our time at Whispering Pines

We return every Christmas to have some down time and enjoy the lovely setting of this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

Gail and Andy were amazing hosts. My fiancé and I wanted a weekend getaway and Whispering Pines Retreat was the perfect place for it! I have a feeling we will definitely be back in the future!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving get-away

We wanted to get away from the city for a few days and Whispering Pines was great! We were grateful that the drive was less demanding than a "cottage country" trip and having a big quiet living space - complete with a pool table - was excellent! The property is lovely and we went for walks, runs and even a few chilly dips! In general, Whispering Pines is clean, quiet and thoughtful! Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Whispering pines was a perfect weekend getaway! Gail has truly thought of every small detail to make sure you have every amenity to make your stay comfortable and fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Most Peaceful and Relaxing Vacation

Whispering Pines is a wonderful relaxing peaceful place to stay! The property is clean and reflects the listing pictures. It was so fun to swim in the pond and walk the trails on the property. I would absolutely recommend this property to everyone I know! I look forward to coming back next summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

chris b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place

Beautiful place with pride in ownership making a comfortable private place to stay Thanks for the hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Whispering Pines Retreat is a Hidden Gem!

Whispering Pintes Retreat is our first experience with VRBO and would could not have asked for a better choice of location. Believe the pictures; the home looks exactly as shown and described! The loft was clean and well decorated. Part of the appeal why we booked was that they had many little extras that other places don't offer (linens, shampoo, paper towels!!!). Though it may not sound like much, it matters! Just a 10 minute drive brings you into a quaint town that has anything you may have forgotten. The property is gorgeous and very well maintained. Most of our day time was spent by the private pond enjoying the quietness and nature. Swimming was fun as well as just sitting on the dock watching the sunrise, playing cards under the umbrella, or soaking in the rays serenaded by the frogs. Our hosts live very close by but we saw them only at check in (we got there early) and once more for a quick "howdy do!" while passing by. If we had any questions they were very quick to help within minutes via text. Seriously, if you have clicked on this property, book it! We plan on returning!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Whispering Pines

Beautiful property and extremely clean. Definitely recommend to anyone considering!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quite Delight

The owners spared no expense in creating a wonderful place to relax! We loved it and look forward to spending time there in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023