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#1 Cottage - South Africa

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A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a sink, and a window overlooking a grassy area.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, a stove, and a refrigerator.
A compact kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with a wooden table set for four, and a cozy living space with a couch and a fan.
A lakeside view with a wooden pier extending into the water, surrounded by grassy areas.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Hamilton, Ontario
  • Place, Rice Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Peterborough Memorial Centre
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Trent University
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Hamilton Township

This vacation home is located 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Rice Lake and within a 10-minute drive of Rice Lake Conservation Area. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a dining area.

What's nearby

  • Rice Lake - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lansdowne Place - 32 min drive - 25.2 miles
  • Peterborough Memorial Centre - 34 min drive - 25.7 miles
  • Peterborough Lift Lock National Historic Site - 35 min drive - 30.4 miles
  • Trent University - 39 min drive - 33.3 miles

Getting around

  • Port Hope Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Balls To The Walls - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pitchers Place Comfort Cuisine - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lakeview Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Anchor's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pitchers Place Comfort Cuisine - ‬9 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.

#1 Cottage - South Africa

Cottage 1 is one of our 9 cottages at Sunny Shades Resort & Spa, offering a peaceful stay among the best Rice Lake waterfront cottages in Ontario. This cozy 2-bedroom cottage features a full kitchen, modern bathroom, beautiful lake views, outdoor seating, BBQ area, pool access, and free parking. Perfect for family vacations, fishing adventures, nature lovers, and relaxing weekend escapes, this charming cottage provides everything needed for an unforgettable Ontario cottage getaway near Toronto.



Our property is fully furnished with all the essentials and includes heating, cooling, high-speed internet, indoor maintenance, cleaning services, laundry facilities, yard upkeep, and free parking. Guests have access to a variety of shared resort amenities, including the shared outdoor resort pool, waterfront areas, fishing docks, boating opportunities, convenience store, mini golf putting area, basketball court, children's playground, pool table, air hockey, ping pong table, and beautiful Rice Lake views. Our dedicated team is committed to providing a comfortable, relaxing, and memorable stay for every guest.



Please note: Access to property amenities requires signing a standard online liability waiver before use.



Our dedicated team is committed to one goal: your 100% satisfaction and creating a memorable experience for you.



Guest access

Guests have access to their private cottage or trailer accommodation, outdoor seating areas, shared resort amenities, swimming pool, waterfront access, fishing docks, and common outdoor spaces. Free parking for 2 cars is available on-site. Access instructions will be provided prior to arrival.



Other things to note

Please note: The property, facilities and amenities are not continuously supervised. Primary bookers are required to sign a liability waiver on behalf of their entire group.



If you have DAY visitors outside the initial booking, there is a fee of $35 per person per day. Please add all guests sleeping there to the booking and inform us of any visitors. The base price is for 4 guests sleeping there, extra overnight guests are a fee of $50 per person, per night. Thank you
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a fireplace, a coffee maker, and a dining table.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 999 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property located in a resort

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
We Thank you for your stay and do keep us in mind when you plan your next vacation. Plan your celebrations with us. Have a safe drive back
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (999 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Hamilton Township, close to Rice Lake Conservation Area and Maple Crescent Farm. Rice Lake is also within a driving distance of 2.9 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at #1 Cottage - South Africa?

As of Sep 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at #1 Cottage - South Africa on Sep 9, 2026 start from $298, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at #1 Cottage - South Africa?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about #1 Cottage - South Africa?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a fireplace and a smart TV in each house, and some feature lake view.

Does #1 Cottage - South Africa have a hot tub?

No, but this vacation home does have a heated pool.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does #1 Cottage - South Africa have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at #1 Cottage - South Africa?

No, there aren't any house with balconies at #1 Cottage - South Africa.

#1 Cottage - South Africa Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

S. V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a really nice stay. The cottage was lovely, clean and had a full kitchen.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

La Lise A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
very nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026