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Escape to a serene lakefront retreat at Dickey Lake Cottage, where tranquility meets adventure. Unwind on the massive deck with bay views, or enjoy swimming and fishing right off the dock. With kayaks, paddleboards and paddleboats included for endless fun.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Rare Find: Private Cottage on 500 ft of Clear Waterfront — Book Your Escape

  • Welcome to your private lakefront cottage retreat on a quiet, forested point overlooking both Dickey Lake and its peaceful bay. Ideal for families and groups seeking space, privacy, and direct waterfront living, this Western Red Cedar Pan-Abode cabin sits on 2 fully forested acres with winding paths, shaded hideaways, and plenty of places to explore or simply unwind.

    Unmatched Waterfront + Outdoor Fun

    Dickey Lake is a Class 5 lake—deep, clean, and known for its crystal-clear swimming. Your stay includes 500 ft of private waterfront, a large 10' x 20' floating dock, and an 8-ft deep swimming area perfect for jumping in on hot days. You’ll also enjoy a gentle sandy beach entry for little ones.

    For endless on-the-water fun, we provide:

    Canoe

    3 Kayaks

    Stand-Up Paddleboard

    Large Lily Pad

    Fishing is excellent right off the dock, and you may even be joined by the loons that nest nearby—they often fish off the point and offer that unmistakable summer lake soundtrack.

    Outdoor Living at Its Best

    The expansive deck outside the kitchen overlooks the quiet bay and is designed for relaxation, conversation, and lake breezes. It includes:

    Comfortable couch + lounge chair set

    Hammock

    Picnic table

    BBQ

    Evenings are pure magic here—choose between the wood-burning fireplace inside the cabin, the Fire Orb at the point for stargazing, or the propane fire pit by the dock for lakeside nights.

    Comfortable Cottage Living

    Inside the cabin, you’ll find the warmth and charm of handcrafted cedar, along with everything you need for a carefree stay:

    Four bedrooms

    One bathroom with tub

    Refreshing outdoor shower

    Fully equipped kitchen

    WIFI

    Satellite TV & DVD player with hundreds of movies

    Wood-burning fireplace for cool nights

    This is the kind of cottage where memories are made—spacious, private, quiet, and surrounded by nature, with all the comforts you want for an easy, stress-free getaway.

    Secure your dates now and experience the peaceful retreat families return to year after year.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Outdoor shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak

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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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

About the area

Located in Marmora and Lake, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Village Playhouse and Bancroft North Hastings Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Limerick Lake Marina and West Bay Narrows Marina. Visit our Marmora and Lake travel guide
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Gilmour, ON

What's nearby

  • Steenburg Lake
    12 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Tudor and Cashel Town Hall
    23 min drive - 15.2 miles
  • Limerick Lake Marina
    26 min drive - 15.0 miles
  • St. Ola Lake
    27 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • Chandos Lake
    50 min drive - 28.5 miles

Restaurants

  • Hideaway
    34 min drive
  • Vito's Pizzeria
    23 min drive
  • Chip Truck
    24 min drive
  • Crazy Al's Hillbilly BBQ
    19 min drive
  • HR Steakhouse
    23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rare Find: Private Cottage on 500 ft of Clear Waterfront — Book Your Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rare Find: Private Cottage on 500 ft of Clear Waterfront — Book Your Escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rare Find: Private Cottage on 500 ft of Clear Waterfront — Book Your Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rare Find: Private Cottage on 500 ft of Clear Waterfront — Book Your Escape?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rare Find: Private Cottage on 500 ft of Clear Waterfront — Book Your Escape located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Steenburg Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Tudor & Cashel Public Library and Tudor and Cashel Town Hall. Limerick Lake Marina is 12.4 mi (20 km) away.

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Rare Find: Private Cottage on 500 ft of Clear Waterfront — Book Your Escape Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

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Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Robyn A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick family getaway

This was a lovely place to explore with little kids. the cottage was perfectly tidy and had everything on hand you could possibly need.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Rose Angela G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Perfect Family Gateway!

Our family of three had an amazing week at the Orange Canoe cabin. The location is excellent, with stunning views of the lake in a peaceful, natural setting. The cabin itself was cozy, exceptionally clean, and thoughtfully stocked with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. There were plenty of activities for the whole family, and the host was responsive and communicative throughout the process. I would totally recommend this property to anyone seeking a relaxing retreat away from the city.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A truly amazing cottage experience

This cottage is one of a kind. It has the rustic feel of a log cabin but with all the comforts of home. There's a modern BBQ with a gorgeous outdoor space for dining. The waterfront is amazing and we enjoyed the kayaks, canoe, and SUP. I would definitely love to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mohamed A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing, enjoyable, easygoing

We stayed for 3 nights, we enjoyed the waterfront view and activities like kiaking, board paddling, and jumping board. We had one rainy day where we enjoy staying inside and playing board games and watching movies. It was great remarkably staying we will remember for life
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A classic cottage getaway!

We rented this cottage for a week in July, to spend with our kids (age 3 and 19). Everyone had the best time! There is something for everyone, from swimming on the lily pad to fishing off the dock to canoeing around, there was always something to do. The cottage has everything you could need including kitchen stuff, board games, life jackets, books, DVDs etc. There are two fire pits and the property is situated on a point with a cute little path through the woods to get to the end. It’s exactly what we wanted and we feel so lucky to have been able to spend time in this wonderful place. A few things to note: the listing states there is a hot tub, jacuzzi, and AC. There is not. Also, the little beach area didn’t end up being good for swimming as there were lots of leaches.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a really wonderful place to stay. As advertised, cottage was cozy and nice and clean. It had all the necessities. The outdoor shower was clean and lovely. The swimming was good, the boats were good. Would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful week at the cottage!

My wife, son and I had such an amazing time at the Orange Canoe cottage! The hosts were amazing - a smooth process and great communication throughout. The cottage was clean and exactly as described. We loved the waterfront and everything was there that we needed to have a great time on the water. Our boy loved jumping off the diving board into the nice clean, deep water. We couldn't ask for a better vacation spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Quintessential Ontario Cottage Experience

From the moment you see the Orange Canoe sign welcoming you at the edge of the property, you know you are in for a treat. The cottage is the sort of warm wood cottage I remember from my childhood with the tasteful touch of one who appreciates art that mirrors nature. The lake is pristine and makes for soul quenching swims and peaceful paddles by canoe or kayak. Wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent getaway

Our family (19/16/12 kids) enjoyed the house along with the kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards. We also liked grilling our meals. Hearing the loons on the lake at night was a special treat. The hosts provided everything we needed for our stay. The only suggestion would be more bath towels. The immense DVD collection was great too! Thank you for opening your home to our family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second time at the Orange Canoe

Came back for 2022, having spent a week here in 2021. Everything was as described. Dock/Kayaks/cottage was amazing. Very nice location, quiet area and lake. The area did get hit hard by the May storm, but the property was clear of downed trees and debris. Nothing but positives about this rental. Outdoor shower is a nice little touch and they have a very friendly chipmunk!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent summer break

Spent 7 days at property, everything was as described. Very quiet location, on a quiet lake. View was spectacular, cottage larger than we thought. Plenty of space, and plenty of things to do. Kayak, paddle board & canoe were a nice break from lounging on the dock in the sun. Cottage was clean and was stocked with plenty of fire wood and a jug of drinking water. Very pleased with our choice. Communication with property owners was easy and straight forward. Questions were answered promptly. No complaints overall and our family had an enjoyable, memorable holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Paulette R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place to relax.

When we got at the cottage, the owners were leaving. We had very enjoyable conversations. Then she told us that they left things in the fridge for us. They weren’t exaggerating. Michelle and her hubby were very friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022