Title: Whispering Pines Riverside Getaway Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=71948248&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Whispering Pines Riverside Getaway Riverside cottage with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Whispering Pines Riverside Getaway ![Property grounds - Whispering Pines Riverside Getaway (Kawartha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71950000/71948300/71948248/8c8557b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Whispering Pines Riverside Getaway (Kawartha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71950000/71948300/71948248/a95afd3a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Whispering Pines Riverside Getaway (Kawartha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71950000/71948300/71948248/e33b00e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Whispering Pines Riverside Getaway (Kawartha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71950000/71948300/71948248/b95cb4b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, table football, books - Whispering Pines Riverside Getaway (Kawartha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71950000/71948300/71948248/aa785da6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the beautiful Burnt River cottage, surrounded by lush greenery and offering spectacular views of the river. This spacious retreat features a large basement recreational room with a pool table, fireplace, and board games. Relax in the outdoor gazebo or gather around the fire pit for starry nights with friends and family. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82045 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## 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. ### Whispering Pines Riverside Getaway Beautiful cottage on Burnt River with spectacular views of the river. Only1.5 hrs from the GTA, located in the beautiful & quite neighbourhood of Burnt River, 10 minutes to Fenelon Falls and 20 minutes to Bobcaygeon. The cottage has 3 spacious bedrooms, and a large basement Recreational/games room with a pool table, fire place and board games. Large outdoor gazebo for dining and a fire pit to gather with friends and family. Cottage is very spacious with 3 large bedroom and a beautiful rustic kitchen, fully equipped for a comfortable stay. All pots, pans, plates, cups, cutleries, and basic cooking needs such as oil, salt, pepper are available. There is a beautiful gathering space in the basement with a sofa bed, foose ball table, a pool table, and board games for your entertainment. Cottage is located in a large lot with plenty of space for outdoor fun and games. we provide outdoor games for your entertainment. There is a large deck for outdoor dining and a firepit for spending time with your family and friends under the stars. An indoor fireplace and an outdoor firepit is at your disposal. The river is clean and deep for swimming, great for fishing and for any water activities. 2 Kayaks and life jackets are available for exploring the river. There is a sandy beach and public boat launch less than 5 mins drive away. Burnt River flows right into Cameron lakr! A short drive on the boat or Seadoo to the lake to enjoy water sports or go for a day trip through the locks into Balsam Lake or Sturgeon Lake and beyond as this is on the Trent-Severn Waterway. With fishing, sandy beaches and great conditions for water sports, there\`s lots to do and enjoy. For those who like to explore, the Victoria Rail Tral is down the road for hiking, biking, ATVs. Water supply Water is from the river but filtered and purified using UV light, suitable for bathing, drinking and cooking Others · Fire pit · Fireplace · Flat property · Good swimming · No pets · Walk-in water entry with a dock 2 kayaks available for use The Burnt river offers deep and clean water for swimming and kayaking/canoeing. Life jackets are provided. There is a ATV/snowmobile trail down the road. Fenelon Falls is 10 minutes away and offers many tourist attractions including boat locks, Kawartha Ice Cream, dining and shopping. RIght at the Burnt river village and 10 min to Fenelon Falls and 20 min Bobcaygeon Parking available at the cottage itself. Summer seasonal activities (dock, kayak, canoe etc) : The dock is generally ready for the May 24 long weekend. Kayaks are available from May to October. Pets are welcome (max: 2) - please note the property is not fenced in and we ask that you please pick up after your pets and do not leave them unattended (inside or out) There is a fire ban in the Kawartha region for the month of April. Lighting an outdoor fire at this time will lead to penalties imposed by the city officials. Discover THE BEAUTIY OF FALL in Kawartha Lakes - Search : explorekawarthalakes : fall-in-kawartha-lakes Explore TRAILS in Kawartha lakes - Search :explorekawarthalakes-trails Explore OUTDOOR FAMILY FUN in Kawartha Lakes - Search :explorekawarthalakes-parks-and-beaches FISHING AND HUNTING - Search :explorekawarthalakes - fishing-and-hunting • Quite hours between 9 pm & 8 am • No shoes in the house • Guest should bring their own firewood and ensure fire is put out at end of use. • Early check in or late check out can be arranged when available based on availability. • Thank you for your thoughtfulness and consideration in leaving the cottage (inside and out) clean and tidy. For guest use, Cottage has a broom, dustpan, dish soap and vacuum • No loud music or parties or events at anytime • No Fireworks are allowed in the property at all times. Its against the township by-law. • Insects and wildlife are a part of cottage country. Please discourage them by keeping doors and screens closed. • Maximum two pets allowed. • Pets cannot be left unattended, and we ask that you pick up after your pet. • Please do not put anything into the toilets but into the trash cans provided in the washrooms for paper towels, Kleenex, tampons, pads, flushable wipes, hair etc • Please clean and empty fridge, microwave, and Oven. • Empty all garbage containers. • There is a fire ban in the region for the month of April. Lighting an outdoor fire at this time will lead to penalties imposed by the city officials. • GUESTS ARE TO TAKE GARBAGE AND RECYCLE BACK WITH THEM AT THE END OF THEIR STAY. • Summer seasonal activities (dock, kayak, canoe etc) are available for guest use between Victoria Day weekend to Thanksgiving weekend. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Boat - Foosball table - Kayak - Fishing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Snowmobiling nearby ### 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,045 square feet ## Similar properties ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76900000/76891600/76891569/1a5022b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hampton Inn Midland, On Midland - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.2 Wonderful 535 reviews £86 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=76891569&PinnedHotelID=76891569&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10490000/10486900/10486809/f114088e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rawley Resort, Spa & Marina, Trademark Collection by Wyndham Severn - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Pet-friendly 9.2 Wonderful 183 reviews £156 includes taxes & fees 17 Feb - 18 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=10486809&PinnedHotelID=10486809&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119400000/119391000/119390960/658a9743.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 4-bedroom cabin in beautiful Kawartha Lakes with AC Kawartha Lakes - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03&selected=119390960&PinnedHotelID=119390960&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92480000/92476800/92476743/255b3f45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning Sunset view and private waterfront lake Kawartha Lakes - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space 9.0 Wonderful 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03&selected=92476743&PinnedHotelID=92476743&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106740000/106739000/106738908/74d26512.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront cottage on beautiful East Moore lake!! 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Whispering Pines Riverside Retreat Cottage 136852 Whispering Pines Riverside Retreat Kawartha Lakes Whispering Pines Riverside Retreat Cottage Kawartha Lakes ## About the area Located in Kawartha Lakes, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Station Gallery of Fenelon Falls and Fenelon Falls Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Byrnell Golf Club and Lindsay 500 Go Karts. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking and fishing adventures can be found near the property. [Visit our Kawartha Lakes travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kawartha-Lakes.dx553248635851227166) [View more Cottages in Kawartha Lakes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kawartha-Lakes-Cottages.d553248635851227166-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%7C44.50610%2C-78.90440&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3qrwHeyIKjlhc9z0YMYTR07b96M=) Kawartha, ON ### What's nearby - ![Cottage lake in Canada - Beautiful sunrise/sunset clouds reflecting in a lake at a cottage. Quiet, peaceful, serene. Gorgeous clouds in sky. Balsam Lake Kawartha Lakes, Canada](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976194958/14c335c4-52e8-4d4b-ad98-3550430ca9c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Balsam Lake 7 min drive \- 4.1 miles - Shadow Lake 9 min drive \- 4.5 miles - Balsam Lake Provincial Park 14 min drive \- 12.1 miles - Sturgeon Lake 16 min drive \- 13.6 miles - Fenelon Falls 16 min drive \- 13.5 miles ### Restaurants - Portage House Restaurant 10 min drive - Kirkfield Restaurant 14 min drive - Kawartha Slices 5 min drive - Balsam Station, The Works Chip Truck 10 min drive - The Rusty Nail 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Whispering Pines Riverside Getaway pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Whispering Pines Riverside Getaway? ### What time is check-in at Whispering Pines Riverside Getaway? ### What time is check-out at Whispering Pines Riverside Getaway? ### Where is Whispering Pines Riverside Getaway located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Whispering Pines Riverside Getaway Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent 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 6 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard C. 23 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacation getaway It was relaxing and quiet location! ##### Richard C. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 26 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our Stay Very clean comfortable place to stay. We would definitely stay there again. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruby C. 8 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable, cozy, spacious and welcoming Had a lovely stay here. Property was exactly as described. Property owner was accommodating and flexible with friendly, helpful and fast communication throughout.House is great, in a good location and with lovely views out over the river.The teens loved being able to kayak on the river and really enjoyed playing Pool and giant jenga in the games room.Worth noting that there aren’t doors on two of the bedrooms (which didn’t matter at all to us as they were private and at a distance from other spaces) in case you have a pet who you want to keep out of sleeping spaces.We have zero complaints, loved our stay and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this place to anyone looking for a family friendly place with lots of convenience, lots of space and great amenities. Thank you for having us! ##### Ruby C. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sydney N. 24 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful cottage My friends and I had a lovely stay! We loved sitting on the dock and looking out at the gorgeous river. We didn’t end up swimming at the river (instead we drove 7 minutes to a nearby beach) or taking the kayaks out but one definitely could if they wished! The fire pit was perfect in the evening to catch up and relax. The cottage was tidy and fairly clean, but the floors were a bit dirty (we just wore socks most of the weekend). Lots of sleeping spaces for a group— the king bedroom was especially lovely with the en suite bathroom. All in all we had a great stay and would definitely consider coming back! ##### Sydney N. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Jeff L. 6 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Appealing The house was faultless. The front garden is a good play area for all, adults and kids. The back garden is awesome, shaded areas and quiet. The access to the river was not good. There were loose steps, the gate couldn't be securely closed. the dock did not allow easy access to kayaks or canoe. The garden swing is dangerous, loose nails and screws and we did not use it as it seemed ready to fall down. There are better places if you have small children or seniors who want to access the river. ##### Jeff L. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terri M. 31 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This was the perfect place for us with our two dogs. It was very clean and comfortable. The nook with the comfortable chairs overlooking the river was my favourite spot ##### Terri M. Stayed 17 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Anne R. 19 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location Our stay was good, house is so nice. The furniture and beds can use an upgrade as well used and on their last legs. ##### Anne R. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Angela B. 28 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Well equipped rental. Nice layout and outdoor space. Pool table and indoor games kept us entertained on the rainy days and the back deck became the morning coffee spot! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b66263b9-7537-420f-a0ca-9e1641cd2b8f-1756406858607.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e042f206-2e49-4e83-9ee8-557459632370-1756406854703.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Angela B. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Erika D. 7 Sept 2025 Liked: Check-in, location Beautiful spot, lots of amenities. Could use a ladder on the dock and a revision of the listing to make a few things less confusing. ##### Erika D. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Joanne T. 5 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in Disliked: Communication #### No view and horrible access to river. Needs a lot of TLC. The inside was OK except for the towel racks.The outside was horrendous. I was glad my grandson was Ill and couldn’t come because it would have been a nightmare. There is no view of the river because of the overgrowth. The swing was a broken down mess. There really was limited access to the river due to the treacherous broken down stairs.Very difficult for kayaking and fishing as the dock was slanted and half submerged in the water. Very disappointing property considering it has a fantastic potential . ##### Joanne T. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Kevin A. 13 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful House The house is wonderful. It is set up well as a short term rental. There was plenty of room for everyone and a variety of activities to do. I did not give a 5/5 rating as we did not feel that the dock was up to the same level of quality as the rent of the house and property. A key reason that we rented this house was to explore the Burnt River by kayak. We even brought our own kayaks so that there would be 4 available kayaks. However, we felt is was very hard to get in and out of a kayak from the available dock. As a result, only one out our party of 5 actually went kayaking. Based on my measurements, the lowest part of the dock was still about 21” above the water level. There were no available steps or ladder to assist. Fingers were pinched due to loose deck boards when attempting to get out of the kayak. We observed that about half of the dock was actually further up out of the water than the mentioned 21” and sloped away from the water’s edge. As mentioned, this is a wonderful house and we would love to return next year. However, we would need to know that the the river could more easily be accessed. ##### Kevin A. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lina R. 3 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Lina R. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ---