Title: Hearts Home - Traditional Waterfront Cottage with Great Views, Hot Tub, AC 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 # Hearts Home - Traditional Waterfront Cottage with Great Views, Hot Tub, AC Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91310000/91300300/91300297/2bc79604.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91310000/91300300/91300297/d924c713.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children’s area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91310000/91300300/91300297/bad8086d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children’s area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91310000/91300300/91300297/a13aa308.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91310000/91300300/91300297/a84798d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located on the western shores of Head Lake, Hearts Home offers a serene retreat with elevated lake views. Unwind in the hot tub or hammock, and enjoy activities like volleyball and trampolining. Inside, find comfort in plush mattresses and high-quality linens. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Hearts Home - Traditional Waterfront Cottage with Great Views, Hot Tub, AC House Rules (must meet these to book): Sleeps 8 (max 6 adults), Saturday- Saturday only during the summer (last week of June - start of Sept), Lead guest must be 30+ years old. non-shedding, dogs allowed but must be leashed an not permitted to wanter. no parties allowed. A supplemental information form must be completed. This cottage has a valid STR license with the City of Kawartha Lakes; STR2025-114, which allows for no more than 4 guests to be on the property at any given time during your stay. The Municipality requires rental guests sign a Rental Guest Code of Conduct. It will be sent to you upon booking for electronic signature. We often spend a lot of time trying to decide what the key feature of a property is that sets it apart from others. Not only does this recently renovated property have all the amenities and comforts that will make your stay a memorable one, but it also has the most amazing owners that have truly gone out of their way to ensure their guests have a great stay at Hearts Home. Situated on the western shores of Head Lake, between Orillia and Norland this cottage sits on an elevated lot which gives the most amazing lake views. With several sitting areas, a hot tub, hammock, outdoor sand volleyball court, kids swing set and trampoline, there is something for everyone even before heading down to the water. Down a flight of steps you come down to the waterfront. The owners have provided a canoe, kayak and paddleboat for you to use as well as a selection of life jackets and safety gear to get you out on the water. The primary access into the water is from the stairs on the dock and the water is approximately 5 ft at the end of the dock. If you are looking to do some fishing, Head Lake has excellent Bass fishing and the owners have installed a new dock for the 2013 season complete with cleats for mooring your own boat or the watercraft provided. In the cottage you can see the effort and detail these owners have gone to, to ensure everything is perfect for your stay. With high-quality linens in the bedrooms and plush mattresses you will certainly have comfortable sleeps. The property is all on one level and the bedrooms are grouped together on the south side of the cottage. The bathroom is just off the kitchen. The kitchen is well-equipped with all the appliances you will need during your stay and the breakfast bar will be great for chatting and sharing a drink or two while getting meals together. Behind the breakfast bar is the living room giving an open plan feel to the property. Here you will be able to relax on the leather furniture while taking in a movie or playing games, but the best part of the cottage is the sun room. With large windows looking out over the lake and when you open the windows the warm scented country air breezes in to allow you to enjoy the outdoors while staying in the shade and undercover during the occasional summer storm. We are delighted to represent this property and are sure you will have one your best vacations ever if you decide to stay here. Inside the Cottage Sleeps 8 (6 adults max) 3 bedrooms (1 queen, 1 double, 1 double with single bunk over) Double futon in living room & sunroom 1 x 4-piece bathroom Dishwasher Air Conditioning Washer/Dryer Satellite HDTV/DVD & Stereo Unlimited internet Electric fireplace Wii Games Console Outside the Cottage Rocky Shoreline Dock Hot Tub Fire pit Canoe, kayak & paddleboat Sand volleyball court Children’s swing set Hammock Outdoor Games Things you need to know: Linens, indoor and outdoor towels are provided A post departure cleaning is included with your rental. You will need to leave the cottage tidy with everything returned to its original location. Garbage and recycling removal prior to departure is required Dogs are welcome but must be leashed and not permitted to wander Waterfront The waterfront is rocky with the primary access into the water from the dock; the water is approximately 5ft deep off the end of the dock. Close-By Attractions Indian Point Provincial Park. Located on the north end of Balsam Lake, this park features one of the longest undeveloped shorelines in the Kawartha Lakes region. Consisting of a low, limestone escarpment, this lake shore property is an alvar. (20 mins) Balsam Lake Provincial Park. Park offering boating on the Trent-Severn Waterway, a large sandy beach, good fishing for Walleye, Muskellunge, Large and Small Mouth Bass. Canoe, kayak and stand up paddleboard rentals are available, and there are easy hiking trails. (20 mins) Golfing. The Links at Monks Landing is a "links-style" layout, inspired by the classic golf courses of the British Isles: treeless, rolling terrain, pot bunkers, high fescue rough. Just outside of Norland, Ontario, Monck's Landing is a family-run operation, offering "golf for golfers," that presents a unique golf experience sure to be appreciated by those who enjoy the history and traditions of the game. (10 mins) Quaker Oaks Fam. Officially, Quaker Oaks Farm, and less formally " the Betty Boop store " or " Tim Who? ", this hippie shop is an eclectic mix of great food, fresh baked goods and cool stuff. For twenty years now, our family has offered folks a welcoming place to stretch, relax, eat and take in a moment on our farm. Be sure to visit the farm animal sanctuary on the property! (10 mins) Trivia The nearby village of Norland was named in 1862 by Reverend Bayard Taylor after an African village he'd worked in, Nordland. The name was representative of the village's location at the northern limits of civilization in Victoria County. Norland had been known as McLaughlin's Mills for two prior years, after Alexander McLaughlin, who built numerous mills along the Gull River. At a Glance Sleeps 8 (max 6 adults) Water access from dock, 5' depth Canoe, kayak & paddleboat No pets Satellite TV, Unlimited internet Dishwasher, washer/dryer Hot tub Garbage and recycling removal prior to departure is required A supplemental information form (under 5 min to complete) which includes information on the guests and agreeing to our rental agency's terms and conditions is required to be completed to finalize the booking. Pets - allowed ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Dock - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak ### 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 - Garden ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92830000/92825700/92825619/b370df30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxe Lakefront 4-Season Escape on Head Lake- Hot Tub, Sauna, Trails & Epic Dock! 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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 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 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 3263380 ## About the area ![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%7C44.73857%2C-78.92773&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7GAFGDBV9comfKsYP1MMx-lh1sw=) Kawartha Lakes, ON #### What's nearby - Head Lake - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Balsam Lake - 17 min drive - 10.6 miles - Shadow Lake - 17 min drive - 10.6 miles - Balsam Lake Provincial Park - 22 min drive - 13.5 miles - Fenelon Falls - 47 min drive - 30.5 miles #### Getting around - Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 60 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Riverside Pub - ‬11 min drive - ‪Queen Of Fries - ‬12 min drive - ‪Norlamd.Convenience - ‬13 min drive - ‪Bri's Chip Truck - ‬15 min drive - ‪What’s The Scoop Ice Cream - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hearts Home - Traditional Waterfront Cottage with Great Views, Hot Tub, AC pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Hearts Home - Traditional Waterfront Cottage with Great Views, Hot Tub, AC? > Check-in begins at 4:30 PM. ### What time is check-out at Hearts Home - Traditional Waterfront Cottage with Great Views, Hot Tub, AC? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is Hearts Home - Traditional Waterfront Cottage with Great Views, Hot Tub, AC located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Head Lake and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Provincial Park. Monck's Landing Golf Course and Kawartha Lakes Public Library - Norland Branch are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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