10/10 Excellent
Ralph b.
Jun 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Ralph b.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Entire home
Rideau River Retreat - Waterfront Home
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
- Dryer
- Washer
- Parking available
- Fireplace
- Barbecue grill
- Kitchen
Explore the area
Kemptville, ON
- Rideau River Provincial Park10 min drive
- Rideau Glen Golf Club11 min drive
- Canadian Tire Centre37 min drive
- Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)39 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
North Grenville
This cottage places you next to Rideau Canal and Besley Woods. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
What's nearby
- Rideau River Provincial Park - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
- Rideau Glen Golf Club - 11 min drive - 6.3 miles
- Osgoode Village Community Centre - 15 min drive - 9.5 miles
- Canadian Tire Centre - 37 min drive - 35.6 miles
- Carleton University - 40 min drive - 34.9 miles
Getting around
- Ottawa Fallowfield Station - 27 min drive
- Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 7 min drive
- Tim Hortons - 7 min drive
- Tim Hortons - 6 min drive
- Marlborough Pub & Eatery - 13 min drive
- Hard Stones Grill - 6 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.
Rideau River Retreat - Waterfront Home
Relax with the whole family at this peaceful all-season home on the Rideau River, only 30 minutes from the heart of Ottawa and 5 mins to Kemptville. Take in the river view while relaxing inside our Cedar Barrel Sauna. Easily explore the neighbouring towns of Manotick and Merrickville or spend your time on the water from our 60ft dock in the middle of the largest stretch of the Rideau River (46km of open water from Manotick to Burritts Rapids).
Smart lock entrance- no key required!
Plenty of parking available. Requires car or taxi/uber to travel to and from destinations. No local city bus access.
Home includes modern kitchen with top of the line appliances (gas range, oversized fridge, Bosch dishwasher, and Nespresso Virtuo coffee machine), renovated main bedroom, and 4-season sunroom with large windows overlooking the water. Warm up indoors by the gas fire place or watch the sunset by the outdoor fire pit along the riverfront. Step into the cedar barrel sauna to take in the spectacular river view, available for guest use all year long.
House sleeps 6: queen bed in main room (2), double bunk plus single in second bedroom (3), and pull out couch in living room (1).
Dock use available in the summer along with canoe, stand up paddleboard (SUP) and life jackets of all sizes.
Ice fish on the river during winter months (equipment and license required).
High speed internet access- use of your streaming service on our TV.
Washer and dryer also available for guest use.
Car, taxi or Uber required
Smart lock entrance- no key required!
Plenty of parking available. Requires car or taxi/uber to travel to and from destinations. No local city bus access.
Home includes modern kitchen with top of the line appliances (gas range, oversized fridge, Bosch dishwasher, and Nespresso Virtuo coffee machine), renovated main bedroom, and 4-season sunroom with large windows overlooking the water. Warm up indoors by the gas fire place or watch the sunset by the outdoor fire pit along the riverfront. Step into the cedar barrel sauna to take in the spectacular river view, available for guest use all year long.
House sleeps 6: queen bed in main room (2), double bunk plus single in second bedroom (3), and pull out couch in living room (1).
Dock use available in the summer along with canoe, stand up paddleboard (SUP) and life jackets of all sizes.
Ice fish on the river during winter months (equipment and license required).
High speed internet access- use of your streaming service on our TV.
Washer and dryer also available for guest use.
Car, taxi or Uber required
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
Property manager
Meghan Beking
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Property amenities
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Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen island
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- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
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- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
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Entertainment
- Games
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
- On a river
- On the waterfront
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
- Garden
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
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
- This property doesn't allow pets
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: 12:00 PM
- Minimum check-in age: 21
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.
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to do close to this cottage?
This cottage is located in North Grenville and just steps from Rideau Canal and Besley Woods. You'll also find South Branch Cove Park and Riverside Park within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at this cottage?
No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.
Is this cottage next to 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay at Rideau River Retreat - Waterfront Home?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront cottage include a fireplace and a kitchen along with a sauna.
Does Rideau River Retreat - Waterfront Home have a hot tub?
No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this cottage.
Does this cottage include breakfast service?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.
Does this cottage have connecting rooms?
No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Where is the closest airport to this cottage?
The closest major airport to this cottage is Ottawa International Airport (YOW), which is 25.3 mi away (35 minutes by car). Another top airport is Ogdensburg, NY (OGS-Ogdensburg Intl.), which is around 27.5 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies at Rideau River Retreat - Waterfront Home?
Yes, every accommodation at Rideau River Retreat - Waterfront Home comes with a deck.
Rideau River Retreat - Waterfront Home Reviews
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Mihaela B.
Apr 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
This property exceeded our expectations for a get-away cottage by the water! Everything matched the original description with high levels of cleanliness. This cottage has eveything you may need and more for a family vacation. Would come back again!
Mihaela B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Christine H.
Jan 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
Loved my stay! It’s a beautiful property and the host is great! Definitely would recommend!
Christine H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Natalie T.
Oct 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
So cozy!
We loved our stay at the Rideau River Retreat. It was a great place to use as our home base for Ottawa tourism. We also enjoyed Kemptville itself. Meghan was a great hostess. She was easy to communicate with and very helpful. The handbook for the stay was one of the most complete I’ve seen and very helpful! I highly recommend this lovely spot!
Natalie T.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Anke K., Boulder, Colorado, USA
Oct 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location. Fall colors spectacular!
The 4 of us loved it. Beautiful views and great amenities.
Anke K.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen L.
Jul 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Back to Family
This property was perfect for our needs. It was close to Ottawa where our Aunt was celebrating her 100th birthday and he was a spot where we could breath after an unexpected death of our family. The host was very accommodating to our needs. Enjoyed the kayak. To hot for the sauna but I’m sure would be nice in the shoulder season or winter. Loved the sunroom.
Karen L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Nancy D.
May 8, 2024
Weekend
Meghan was very responsive to our questions and challenges and the location is perfect.
Nancy D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael P.
Feb 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Riverside Retreat
It was obvious that Meghan and her husband invested a lot of time and effort to create a relaxing and comfortable home for their guests. Great location within a half-hour drive to Ottawa, so we could experience the quiet comforts of country living and all of the benefits that the city had to offer. I would definitely recommend staying here and may return again some day
Michael P.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jana S.
Jan 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas stay
We stayed over the holidays and it was relaxing and extremely cozy. We were really grateful that the host even had a Christmas tree for us. That made it perfectly festive.
Jana S.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ryan B.
Oct 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay
The property is in a quite, relaxing neighborhood, but still only a couple minutes away from grocery stores, cafes, restaurants, and more. This is place is great for people like me and my friends who wanted a nice getaway that feels enough like a cottage without going too far from civilization. Communication was always top notch and owner went above and beyond to make sure our stay went smoothly.
Ryan B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023