This cottage places you next to Lake Huron and within 2 miles (3 km) of Huron County Library. The cottage includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
Pinery Provincial Park - 35 min drive - 27.1 miles
Restaurants
Tim Hortons - 3 min drive
Renegades - 3 min drive
Black Dog - 24 min drive
Woodland Drive-In - 22 min drive
Bayfield Brewing Company & Public House - 24 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.
Sandy Edge Retreat-Awesome Beach! - Private Lake Access
Everyone will love this beachfront retreat located on a HUGE lot with lots of room to run around inside and out! You'll find a huge beach area where the kids can swim/play and you can walk for a long ways. Inside there are 6 bedrooms so everyone can have a bit of privacy. And there is a games room with Ping Pong!
Centrally located -Golf Course is 1 min away and you are 2 min from Bayfield where you must have to visit the old time ice cream shop.
INSIDE The main floor features a spacious living room where everyone can gather. Cuddle up on the couch for a movie with Grandma, with a Smart TV that includes Netflix for your viewing pleasure. The games room offers a Ping Pong table for added fun. The newly updated kitchen boasts all new modern appliances, and the dining area provides ample space to enjoy your family treats together.
NOTE: Please look closely at the pictures - you will see the floors upstairs are plywood.
OUTSIDE Enjoy games on the huge grassy lot, where you can play yard games or find your favorite spot for those treasured holiday naps. Kids will love playing "Pirates" in the new tent – it's super fun! We've supplied two kayaks and a paddleboard, along with five lifejackets, so you can challenge the kids to a race. At night, share laughter and stories around the campfire.
Take approx. 75 steps down the brand new stairs to a wide expansive beach that we all remember from our childhoods-rare to find with the erosion and high lake levels! You'll easily spend the day on the beach or cooling off in the water.
SLEEPING SPACES Sleeps 12 guests in 6 bedrooms so everyone can have a bit of privacy -- Main Floor Bedrooms -- Bedroom 1: Double bed and Single Bed overlooking the beautiful lake. Bedroom 2: Single bed with separate desk area. -- Upper Level Bedrooms -- Bedroom 3: Double bed Overlooks the beautiful lake Bedroom 4: Two Single beds Bedroom 5: Double bed Bedroom 6: Double bed
Only 1 Main Floor Bathroom-newly renovated with nice shower.
NOTE: Playpen/Highchair available upon request
NOTE: Parking is limited to 5 vehicles WIFI - is spotty - DO NOT EXPECT INTERNET HERE but we have provided a selection of DVD's Max 2 pets are allowed
Linens are available for $20/per person This included Tea Towels, Dishcloths, Sheets & Pillowcases, Bathroom towels, Hand towels and Face cloths. Does not include Beach Towels.
NOTE: All Guests are required to sign a separate cottage rental agreement and provide government issued photo id. Including names and ages of all guests who will occupy the property. Primary renter must be over 25 photo id is required. Only those occupants listed on the Rental Agreement, are allowed to occupy the property. A separate security deposit of $500 is required
EXPERIENCE BAYFIELD The pace of life slows down in Bayfield. When you vacation here, it's easy to experience each day to its fullest.
Clan Gregor Square is the heart of our quaint community where many local festivals/carshows and you won't want to miss the farmers market in season. Pioneer Park is another local favorite—kids will love cooling down at the splash pad. There's always something happening here, whether it's morning yoga or artists painting the sunset.
You're just 2 minutes from the Bluewater Golf Club. We're happy to suggest our favorite local spas, wineries and breweries, including Hessenland Inn & Schatz Winery and Bad Apple Brewing Co. With wooded trails, scenic country vistas and stunning Lake Huron, Bayfield is a beautiful place to explore no matter the season.
ABOUT YOUR HOST I'm Jennifer, I started CottageStays to share my own home with like-minded travelers who appreciate escaping to life at a slower pace. I've never forgotten how lucky I am to call Lake Huron home. Now more than ever, everyone is in need of the kind of peace and quiet that escaping to the lake can bring. It's my absolute privilege to be the one to provide families and friends a special place to gather and create memories while exploring an area so near and dear to me.
The cottage features a kitchen and space to spread out with 6 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker, a desk, and a travel crib.
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)
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
All Guests are required to sign a separate cottage rental agreement Primary renter must be over 25 photo id is required.
Max occupancy at all times is 12, violation will result in removal without refund. This property is equipped with a monitoring device
Max 2 well behaved pets are allowed but must sign separate pet addendum - violation will result in removal without refund.
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: 2 pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
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
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
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to do within easy reach of this cottage?
This cottage is located in Bayfield, just steps from Lake Huron. Windmill Lake Wake & Eco Park is also within a driving distance of 3.4 mi.
Is there parking available at this cottage?
No, there isn't parking at this cottage.
Is this cottage associated with a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.
What do couples enjoy most about Sandy Edge Retreat-Awesome Beach! - Private Lake Access?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic cottage include a kitchen and a smart TV along with a garden.
Does Sandy Edge Retreat-Awesome Beach! - Private Lake Access have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.
Does this cottage include breakfast service?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.
Does this cottage have connecting rooms?
No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Sandy Edge Retreat-Awesome Beach! - Private Lake Access?
No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Sandy Edge Retreat-Awesome Beach! - Private Lake Access.
Sandy Edge Retreat-Awesome Beach! - Private Lake Access Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Meg W., Stratford, Ontario
Jul 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely lakeside property
The cottage is just as pictured in photos, large open downstairs, nice patio with lakeview and GREAT beach. Upstairs can get VERY hot and the track coming in is super muddy but we had a great time there.
Meg W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sharon K.
Jun 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at Sandy Edge Retreat was the perfect start to summer. The cottage was the quintessential lake side getaway. Upon arrival our host Jennifer had provided us with everything we would need for the perfect weekend. There was a nice welcome package including some local coffee and information about the area.The cottage was clean, cozy and close to the beautiful town of Bayfield. Our family enjoyed days along beautiful Lake Huron and nights around the campfire. The cottage was the perfect family escape and we would love to visit again.
Sharon K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl M.
Jul 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A great getaway!
Sandy Edge was exactly as described in the listing. It reminded me of my childhood cottage time in a wood cottage in Muskoka. I loved the wood interior and the thoughtful layout of the cottage. We had 3 couples and 2 kids stay during our time and we all had our own space. It was nice to have a couple bedrooms on the main level so that we had our own area. The house is situated at the edge of the woods and a ravine and feels quite private. The kids loved the "fort" on the deck and of course we all loved the beach. The beach was beautiful, with a sandbar about 20 feet out in the water to stand. The bonus of a lakeside property is that the beach is private. I am a big sunset person and I lucked out and was able to see a sunset every night of my stay. If you stay at Sandy Edge, open up your windows at night and listen to the waves lull you asleep. Jennifer was an excellent host, in contact before and during our stay. We were missing some paddles and life jackets and she came by with new ones! Some practical notes: there is no air conditioning- open up the windows and run the fans. We brought a couple extra fans to stay comfortable. The kitchen is new and beautiful, but bring your own BBQ tools, cheese grater and marshmallows roasting sticks for the firepit. There is no washer or dryer on site. We did our big grocery shopping in Goderich at Walmart and used Bayfield Foodland for a few essentials. It is nice to be situated between both towns. Bayfield berry farm was fun to explore.
Cheryl M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Maggie D.
Sep 6, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic Gem
We had an amazing time at Sandy Edge. The cottage is the perfect balance of rustic and equipped, and the beach is amazing. Bring water shoes to get past the ~20 feet of rock and play in the waves on the huge sandbar. Our kids are 5 and 7 and had a great time. We enjoyed the kayak and paddle boards, you may want to bring your own life jackets are sizes at the cottage are limited.
We enjoyed bonfires on the beach, playing in the waves, and exploring charming Bayfield, only a 5 minute drive away. Would definitely rent again.
Maggie D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Mark S., Toronto
Aug 25, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful week at a beautiful property
Our group had a wonderful stay at Sandy Edge Retreat. The cottage is very spacious and the owners are doing a great job with renovations and upgrades. With 7 bedrooms and two living areas on the main level, there is a lot of space to be together and apart when needed. Stepping into the backyard, you are greeted with amazing views of Lake Huron. From here you can continue down the beautiful staircase that opens up onto a massive private beach with panoramic views. Some days it feels as if you are in Mexico and not Ontario! Communication with the owner was very easy and we will definitely rent this cottage again.
Mark S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Lisa H.
Aug 14, 2021
Best beach and sunsets in Ontario
When I was speaking with the property manager she made it quite clear this property was a liike an old school cottage. The outdoor space makes up for iit.
The sandy beach the waves the turquoise water the blazing sun and out of this world sunsets is better than anywhere in Ontario. We felt like we were in the tropics, minus the palm trees! Wouldn't hesitate to rent here again. Thanks for the memories!!!!