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'Cardiff Woods' / Cottage 653
Lower Cardiff Lake, Wilberforce

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? Weekly RatesFrom$2100To$3140Click on "Availability" tab for week specific rates.
Low season three night bookings available - $1365.

General Description

With 5.5 acres of property and over 450' of shoreline, this newly built four season vacation home affords outstanding privacy on a lake located in the Haliburton Highlands region - approximately 2.5 hours from Toronto. The cottage is beautifully finished and furnished with open concept main living areas, 16' high cathedral pine ceilings, wood floors, and panoramic views of the lake and surrounding woods. The living area has a propane fireplace and a second propane fireplace is located in the large games room on the lower level, along with the large screen satellite TV. The designer kitchen has new appliances, tiled counter tops. There is a spacious three season screened porch off of the main living area. Excellent fishing (bass and rainbow trout) in this private lake (retricted to motors under 6hp) and extensive walking/hiking/atv and snowmobile trails accessed directly from this property. The property is a short drive from the town of Wilberforce for shopping and supplies. Hot tub on deck available mid Sept through Christmas - and on request throughout the winter.
 
Building Area (sq. ft.)2700Change Over DaySA? Smoke FreeY
ExposureNWCheck-in Time 4PM? Animal FreeY
WaterfrontYCheck-out Time11AM  

Conditions of Rental

? Maximum Occupancy10Minimum Booking Duration High Season1Week(s)
? Pets AllowedNMinimum Booking Duration Low Season3Night(s)
? Smoking AllowedN? Security / Damage Deposit$1000 
?Maximum Occupancy 10 persons (within that total, Maximum 6 adults).
Hot tub available mid- September through the Christmas period and on request through the winter.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

There are four bedrooms and three bathrooms in this cottage. The main floor has the master bedroom with queen size bed and a three piece (shower/toilet/sink) ensuite bathroom. The second main floor bedroom has a double bed plus a single and the third main floor bedroom has a double bed. There is a four piece (tub/shower/toilet/sink) bathroom on this level. On the lower level there is a large bedroom with two double beds and a two piece bathroom. There is a sofa bed in the main floor sunroom and a portable "Graco" baby bed, as well as a cot in the downstairs library cupboard.
 
Bedrooms4PillowsY? Bed LinensN
Bathrooms3BlanketsY? Bath LinensN
Additional Services available on request at time of Booking: ? Linens $100, Cleaning $150

Amenities

Designer kitchen with stove/oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, laundry. All bedrooms have brand new beds, cedar lined closets, ceiling fans. Satellite TV (not available in winter months), DVD, in rec room and master bedroom with satellite TV, air conditioning. Stereo/w CD Phone (local calls or credit card calls only). Propane fireplace in living area and rec room. Games room and libary room on lower level. Three season screened porch. Canoe and paddle boat, swim raft, campfire pit, patio furniture. PLEASE NOTE: The 4 person hot tub is only available from approximately mid September through Christmas - and on request throughout the winter.
 
General Kitchen Outdoor 
? TelevisionYFridgeYDeck/PatioY
? Satellite/CableYStoveYPatio FurnitureY
VCRYOvenYChaise LoungeY
DVDYMicrowaveYHammockY
CDYDishwasherYScreened PorchY
? TelephoneYToasterY? Campfire PitY
? High Speed InternetNCoffee MakerY? Campfire Wood ProvidedY
? Dial-Up Capable LineNKettleYGas BBQY
? Air ConditioningYTea PotYCharcoal BBQN
HeatingYDishesY  
? FireplaceYCutleryYTennisN
? Fireplace Wood ProvidedYPots & PansYHot TubY
Baby's Crib/PlaypenYKitchen LinensYSaunaN
High ChairYVacuumYSwimming PoolN
Water CoolerN? Cleaning SuppliesY  
WasherY    
DryerY    

Waterfront & Swimming

Approximately 450' shoreline, with NW exposure on a private lake. Large sandy beach area above the water line, sandy entry, deepens fairly quickly, softer bottom as you proceed out into the lake. Large deck for sitting out at the shoreline. Swim raft anchored in deeper water. Canoe and paddle boat included. Good fishing on lake (lake is approximately 2 km long) for bass and rainbow trout. The lake is restricted to motors under 6 hp. No seadoos/personal watercraft.
 
Waterfront Size (ft.)450RowboatNWindsurferN
Launch Ramp on LakeN? Outboard MotorNSail BoatN
Marina on LakeNCanoeYKayakN
Adult Life JacketsYPaddle BoatYDockN  
Swim RaftY  

Guest Comments

"The cottage information shows the cottage exactly as it really is. That's the wonderful thing about your service- you give an honest overview of what the cottage is like - no surprises once we arrive!

I love the peaceful atmosphere. There is only 1 other cottage on the lake, so it is very private. We enjoyed the sunroom, the sandy beach and the canoe rides. The cottage is very comfortable and the air conditionings is definitely a bonus.
So is the generator, as the power did go off briefly but we were not left in the dark!! The flat area for the kids is fantastic- lots of space to have games such as soccer and baseball. The kids had a great time!

We have rented this cottage several times and have always enjoyed it. We would be interested in renting it again next summer!"

S. Cohen

"The cottage was stunning and was supplied with everything we needed. Particularly enjoyed the sandy beach and the privacy of the cottage property."

P. Quadrizius

"We loved everything about the property. It was obvious that the owners put a lot of thought into the layout. The attention to the finer details was impressive. For example, books for every taste (my 4 year old loved the "little polar bear' series); fans everywhere; a wider range of music cd's; the sun room was set apart frorm the bedrooms for early risers; the cottage was above ground level to enjoy the beautiful view; grassy large side yard for outdoor sports. We also really enjoyed all the modern amenities (propane fireplace, convection oven, satellite TV, hardwood throughout!).

L. Chen

"The cottage is well appointed, lots of space (indoors and out), modern but private Muskoka setting... and thanks for ordering the terrific weather. Again, Cottage Country and the cottage owner deserve many thanks for efforts to make our weekend spectacular... we were very impressed to say the least!

D. Krawczyk

" It's hard to narrow down the features that appealed to us most. The cottage was clean, new, tastefully furnished and decorated with all the comforts and amenities including air-conditioning. A real "home away from home". Comfortable beds and bedding! Wonderfully large property and flat grassy areas."

N. Patni

"We enjoyed having the sandy area at the waterfront. My son and his cousin played there for 2 days non-stop! We also liked the flat grassy area for the kids to play. The lake was quiet and peaceful. The firpit was great - we had 2 campfires and enjoyed roasted marshmallows! We had a fabulous time at the cottage - good times were shared with good friends and family in a lovely, peaceful, relaxing atmosphere. The sunroom was a nice feature - it was nice to relax and be able to have a great view. The sandy beach and the grassy area were a hit with the kids!! The cottage was comfortable, well laid out, and cozy without being small. We would love to return again next summer!"

S. Cohen

"Apart from the fact that the cottage showed pride-of-ownership, the setting was so quiet that you actually felt like you were the only people on the lake, except for that family of lovely loons."

A. & K. Johnson