Title: ♡Cozy Escape Farmhouse♡ Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # ♡Cozy Escape Farmhouse♡ Waterfront cottage with kitchen and balcony ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22770000/22763300/22763229/906f3b81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22770000/22763300/22763229/ef2c9209.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, Internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22770000/22763300/22763229/4914b8cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22770000/22763300/22763229/9d31ba94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22770000/22763300/22763229/56b0be32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Hideout on Howe, a charming island cottage perfect for families and friends. Unwind with a bonfire, enjoy making tasty s'mores with the kids, or relax on the balcony listening to birds sing. With 2 cute bedrooms and 3 beds upstairs, this home-away-from-home invites you in to relax. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### ♡Cozy Escape Farmhouse♡ ♡ Looking to escape the hustle? Wanna chill out with friends for a weekend? Experience making tasty s'mores at the bonfire with your kids. Grab a bevy! Your tranquil cottage awaits. This charming space is bright & airy for your family's stay♡ Please read the description, as it has been written to help set expectations...or at least read the big bullet points ;) ●We have chickens, rabbits & a rooster next door. ● There is no Wi-Fi in the cottage. Well, it's not reliable. If that's a deal-breaker though, fret not, as there is Wi-Fi at the waterfront with a patio & table/chairs (my family lives here at the waterfront property just ahead). ● There is no TV. ● We live on-site with 2 friendly, off-leash dogs. No, you can't bring your dog. ● Bring water to drink (the water here is from a well; it's fine for dishes & showering). ● Located on an island. Access is by drive-on ferry. Getting on costs $10 but leaving the island is free. ● There are only houses on the island so please plan your trip accordingly. ▪︎Well-appointed & stylish, this home-away from-home invites you in to relax. ▪︎Live like a local! ▪︎ Curl up with a book or play a board game (remember those?) ▪︎2 CUTE bedrooms with 3 beds (1 full & 2 twins) combined, located upstairs. The bed linens are provided. ▪︎Bringing a baby? A Pack'n'Play (playpen) may be available if needed; just ask! ▪︎Listen to the birds sing on the balcony off the front bedroom with a small table & 2 chairs. ▪︎Pack light! 2 full bathrooms with 1 towel & washcloth/person are provided. ▪︎Enjoy cooking your meals in a small but full galley kitchen, equipped with gas stove & eating nook. ▪︎The barbeque is just a short dash away through sliding doors from the kitchen. We provide the propane :) ▪︎Chill out after a fun day in the sun! Grab a drink & gaze at the countless stars from a Muskoka chair at the fire pit (with FREE firewood!) in your front yard. ■If you plan on doing some fishing here during your stay, you need to have a valid fishing license (can be purchased inexpensively online for weekly use) & your own equipment (rod, lures, worms, etc.). ■OUR PROPERTY■ ▪︎Did you know that the 1000 Islands are a world renowned UNESCO heritage site? ▪︎Off-grid experience! (Solar/wind energy) Brief power outages are part of the experience ;) , although we added to our house-battery supply in 2021 to ensure these outages happen less often. ▪︎10 minutes to Gananoque. ▪︎30 minutes to Kingston. ▪︎Boat launch & dock on-site. ▪︎Family-based. ■AREA ACTIVITIES■ ▪︎Fish/swim on-site. ▪︎Let us take you to a nearby beach by boat. ▪︎Play volleyball or badminton in our sand court. ▪︎Walk or bike down the majestic tree covered, gravel lane. ▪︎Explore trails on the island. With 4 other rental cottage spaces on the surrounding properties, Hideout on Howe is set up to entertain many guests at the same time. This cottage is not waterfront but shares waterfront space. The volleyball court is shared among guests as well. ☆Located on an island serviced by two ferries, Hideout is just minutes from beautiful Gananoque (the "Gateway to the 1000 Islands"). Local attractions include the renown 1000 Islands Playhouse, the Gan Brewing Company, the 1000 Islands History Museum, the Joel Stone Heritage Park with public playground, splash pad & sandy beach, the Marble Rock Conservation Area, the 1000 Islands Boat Museum, 2 or 4 hour cruises on the Gananoque Boat Line, numerous galleries, helicopter tours, kayaking day trips, & so much more. Join us for lunch at one of our favourite waterfront restaurants! There are several family/group friendly activities available. While these experiences are not sponsored or endorsed by Hideout on Howe, photos have been included to give guests an impression of life in the 1000 islands ; )☆ X● Absolutely no dogs or fireworks permitted. ♡ Relax. Play. Enjoy.♡ Property located on Howe Island across from Gananoque This reservation has a Flexible cancellation policy - refunds will be issued up to 30 days prior to the check in date. A 100% refund is provided for travellers cancelling at least 30 days before check-in. A 50% refund is provided for travellers cancelling from 14 to 29 days before check-in. No refunds are provided for travellers cancelling less than 14 days prior to check-in. CanadaStays Booking Fees are refundable if you cancel within 48 hours of placing your booking request. Our house rules: not suitable for infants under 2, no smoking, no parties or events, no pets. No smoking in buildings. Campfires must be out by 11PM. Parents coming with children under the age of 12 must bring proper fitting life jackets for them. NO TAMPONS ARE TO BE FLUSHED DOWN THE TOILET. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - Games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the bay - Near the marina - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Kayak - Casino nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Bicycles - Garden ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22740000/22732700/22732616/a62dace2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡ Gananoque - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill 9.6 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=22732616&PinnedHotelID=22732616&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34410000/34404700/34404663/0fc0d0e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cottage For Rent-1000 Islands Gananoque - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space 9.6 Exceptional 35 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=34404663&PinnedHotelID=34404663&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96460000/96451600/96451553/361c22fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Four Season Waterfront Cottage - Private Escape | 3BR, 2BA | Howe Island Gananoque - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.2 Wonderful 25 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=96451553&PinnedHotelID=96451553&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32070000/32067900/32067858/31e3f773.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Best view of the 1000 islands. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts cash On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Waterview 2 Bedroom Cottage @hideoutonhowe Garden Chalet Retreat W/1000 Isl. Waterfrontaccess Cottage Garden Chalet Retreat W/1000 Isl. Waterfrontaccess Howe Island ## About the area Located in Frontenac Islands, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Ontario and Thousand Islands National Park. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours and health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with hiking nearby. [Visit our Frontenac Islands travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Frontenac-Islands.dx553248635921598822) [View more Cottages in Frontenac Islands](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Frontenac-Islands-Cottages.d553248635921598822-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.30215%2C-76.22069&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Mhvy7ggH6xTXhjpqnv17nqB3Zr4=) Gananoque, ON ### What's nearby - Gananoque Municipal Marina - 20 min drive - 6.8 miles - 1000 Islands History Museum - 20 min drive - 7.0 miles - Gananoque Boat Line - 21 min drive - 7.0 miles - Thousand Islands Playhouse - 21 min drive - 7.0 miles - Thousand Islands OLG Charity Casino - 21 min drive - 7.2 miles ### Getting around - Gananoque Station - 52 min drive - Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers) - 65 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬42 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬43 min drive - ‪Riva - ‬40 min drive - ‪Bar Petunia - ‬41 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬41 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is ♡Cozy Escape Farmhouse♡ pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at ♡Cozy Escape Farmhouse♡? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at ♡Cozy Escape Farmhouse♡? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is ♡Cozy Escape Farmhouse♡ located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Ontario and within 12 miles (20 km) of Grass Creek Park and Glen Lawrence Golf Club. Colonnade Golf and Country Club and Military Communications and Electronics Museum are also within 20 miles (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## ♡Cozy Escape Farmhouse♡ Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 19 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 9.4/10 Amenities ### 8.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.4/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 21 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication A lovely quiet place to escape from the hustle and bustle of the big city. ##### James Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 21 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyable relaxing and peaceful The hosts were very friendly and made sure what we needed was always there. We found it very relaxing and enjoyable and would recommend your place to others. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rastus K. 15 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Eclipse on an island We had a great stay here to watch the eclipse. The property is peaceful, the hosts are great, and the stars are beautiful at night. 10/10 would stay again. ##### Rastus K. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 7 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication Love our weekend there! Cottage very clean with all amenities and activities you need. Host are very attentive and helpful. We love canoeing on the river. Best quiet, relaxing time. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzanne T. 8 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Idyllic location We had a wonderful visit to Howe Island. The hosts were friendly and responsive. They were very generous with their time and ensured that everyone had an enjoyable stay. We enjoyed kayaking, fishing, swimming, nightly fires, peaceful sunsets, and sightseeing off of the island. Definitely a great place to spend your vacation!! ##### Suzanne T. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Pam T. 5 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Howe Island farmhouse It was a house in a compound of houses/rental place that was owner occupied. There was a view of water between the buildings. We were greeted very graciously by our host who ran down the unique nature of the property. She reminded us to ask for what we needed which was very reassuring. All in all we had a very relaxing, restful time. Thank you Courtney and family. ##### Pam T. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### tania 3 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication If you want a change of environment, in a place with all the comforts and nature, this is the place, the host family very friendly and resolute. The boat trip is completely recommended. Next summer I will surely return. ##### tania Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mohan D. 24 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Home away from Home w/ warm family We were greeted by their two lovely boys with the Cabin owner right behind them, while she was in middle of baking their family dinner pizza... we know we were at the right place for a pleasant and peaceful vacation. House is well maintained and the drive from main road to the property is to cherish far. We wish we had a longer stay. ##### Mohan D. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy H. 26 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Getaway Quaint little property filled with wonder and awe. We loved our stay in our well appointed to cottage waking up to the birds. Everything we needed to enjoy our week stay was available to us. The quick ferry ride was so convenient to access the various nearby activities recommended by the hosts. Quiet evenings were enjoyed watching the sunset by the water while nature entertained. Campfires are a must, smores, fireflies, stars and silence. The hosts were amazing, entertaining, reliable, accessible and felt like family. ##### Nancy H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LeaAnne V. 26 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome little getaway! We had a wonderful time! Courtney & Chris were great to deal with! I texted her when we were on the ferry & she was waiting to meet us at our cottage. They were very welcoming & even invited us to join them for wood fired pizza which was absolutely delicious!! The place was very clean and cozy. It had the perfect amount of everything we might possibly have needed. It was central to the the excursions we wanted to experience - the 5 hour cruise & Boldt castle tour and Kingston Penitentiary tour - both were fabulous & highly recommended. Thank you Courtney & Chris! We couldn’t have enjoyed our stay more! ##### LeaAnne V. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanne R. 11 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome location for boat launching to explore the 1000 Islands We were pleased with the boat ramp and dock with ample room for our boat trailer. This allowed us to easily access the St. Lawrence on our own boat, something that had been on our bucket list. Two couples stayed in the 2 bedroom 2 bathroom red house and we had lots of room We took our own Starlink for internet. We had no issues with it being off grid - there was plenty of power for all of our needs. Nights were cool enough we didn’t miss A/C Place was very clean inside. Dock space was awesome with heavenly waterfront views and sunsets. We will be back in the future ##### Joanne R. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### brigitte H. 12 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Séjour original en pleine nature sur une île facilement accessible bac en continu ,ne pas avoir peur ##### brigitte H. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Andrew P., Prince George 18 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy Disliked: Location #### Very nice place offgrid We really enjoyed our stay. Communication was difficult at first until we got Courtney’s cell instead of her husband’s. All the amenities were there except for washer & dryer and ironing board & iron which would be great for longer stay. On hot day’s in bedrooms standing oscillating fans would be helpful. Also garbage and recycling instructions would be helpful also. Courtney and Chris great couple. Very quiet secluded location. Enjoyed our stay. ##### Andrew P. Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrée L. 6 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderfully relaxing spot We were boating in the thousand islands and looked for a 2-day stay by the water. This wonderful spot with docking space was perfect. Every little detail was attended to and the little cabin, set back from the water, but with wonderful views and sunset was perfectly appointed, nothing was missing. It isn't very often that you find a 2-bedroom with 2 bathrooms. Our hosts Courtney and Chris were very welcoming and invited us to a home made outdoor pizza making event. We made use of the new BBQ, the lower level veranda and the upper level deck. A relaxing stay by the water! Thank you! Andrée and Peter ##### Andrée L. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig D. 25 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Highly recommend! We had a lovely and relaxing stay. We had booked the cottage at the back of the property which had stairs to the bedrooms. When we arrived and Courtney realized that my husband used a cane, she immediately offered for us to move to the cottage nearer the lake which had no stairs. The hosts and their children were very pleasant and checked to make sure we had everything we needed. The cottage was well appointed with everything you need. It was exceptionally clean. Beautiful views of the river and very peaceful. The wifi can be spotty as mentioned in their listing but we managed fine. Hope to go back another time. ##### Craig D. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra M. 31 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just as described except for the bonus kittens Excellent hosts. The property is as described you are staying in off the grid compound. Just enough wifi to check in at home. Plenty of water to drink provided. This was a fantastic safe place and community to chill. Some beautiful kittens were born a few weeks ago and my daughter enjoyed being able to play with the kittens and mother. It was the bonus my tween needed. ##### Sandra M. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jackie D. 12 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay at Hideout on Howe Island We were looking for a cottage get away to decompress and relax. This was the perfect place. The cottage was quaint, clean and cozy with views for the lake from both our ground floor porch and the upper balcony. Chris and Courtney and their kids were very welcoming and friendly hosts. Really enjoyed the already build fire pits with firewood! Highly recommend staying here. ##### Jackie D. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wanda O. 7 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely time in 1000 Islands This was a lovely escape on Howe Island. The cottage had everything we needed to relax. The sunsets were beautiful on the lake, even when it was rainy one day. We took full advantage of the BBQ and enjoyed drinking our morning coffee on the second level deck. Even though set back from the lake (as the listing says) you're able to see the lake nicely from there and it was a great way to wake up. The property runs on solar, so when it was overcast power went out, but Counrtney was very quick to respond and make sure the generator was working well. Also, the boat ride Courtney and Chris offered was such a wonderful way to experience the area for the first time. Thanks for a lovely stay! ##### Wanda O. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nadia C. 27 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great vacation Property owners were very friendly and went out of their way to make sure we enjoyed our stay! Cottage was very clean and nicely furnished. Beautiful views from the shared dock. Great location for boating and kayaking.! ##### Nadia C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lizhen J. 5 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet cozy cottage We stay 3 nights for my son’s birthday in the cottage. We loved the kayaking, boat ride and the camp fire. The owners, Courtney and Chris are very friendly and helpful. Also their son, Cash set up the camp fire every night. It’s was a very memorable stay. ##### Lizhen J. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 11 Aug 2019 #### Get away from it all! We went to Retreat on Howe Island to celebrate Canada Day 2017 on the St Lawrence River. We loved the peace and quiet and getting away from it all. Our hosts and their pets were friendly and we enjoyed using the bbq and the campfire pit that were included. That year there was terrible flooding but the cabin we rented was not affected. It is a short ferry ride to Ganonoque where we took a boat tour. If you go, ask if the set up is single or double beds and maybe bring hames, fishing gear and bug spray. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 9 Jul 2018 #### An amazing stay with the amazing hosts We couldn't believe how beautiful this property is and our hosts went above and beyond. By far the most relaxing peaceful vacations in recent memory. If you need pampering and 5 star accommodations go to the hilton. But if you want to truely enjoy the thousand islands and be in charge of your own enjoyment with the help of a truely amazing family that runs Hideout at Howe island with hospitality as the focus, this is the place for you! Clean comfortable accommodations at a value impossible to beat. So leave your stress and troubles at home and decompress at one of the best kept secrets in the thousand islands. 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