Title: Peaceful Forest Retreat | Loft Beds, FirePit, Wifi Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248635976434167&destination=Norfolk+County%2C+Ontario%2C+Canada&selected=114213725&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Peaceful Forest Retreat | Loft Beds, FirePit, Wifi Apartment in Norfolk County with kitchenette and patio ## Photo gallery for Peaceful Forest Retreat | Loft Beds, FirePit, Wifi ![Living area - Peaceful Forest Retreat | Loft Beds, FirePit, Wifi (Simcoe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114220000/114213800/114213725/680846ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom - Peaceful Forest Retreat | Loft Beds, FirePit, Wifi (Simcoe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114220000/114213800/114213725/84c2b51f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach - Peaceful Forest Retreat | Loft Beds, FirePit, Wifi (Simcoe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114220000/114213800/114213725/704a7c95.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Peaceful Forest Retreat | Loft Beds, FirePit, Wifi (Simcoe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114220000/114213800/114213725/437965f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Peaceful Forest Retreat | Loft Beds, FirePit, Wifi (Simcoe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114220000/114213800/114213725/46a3e4c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Glamping Getaway | Hike, Grill, Space to Gather provides a firepit and more. ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroom300 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill £145 includes taxes & fees 22 Mar - 23 Mar ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Peaceful Forest Retreat | Loft Beds, FirePit, Wifi Welcome to Birez Cabin — a peaceful forest retreat tucked away on 40 private acres of trees and open space near Port Dover/Simcoe. If you’re craving a quiet place to slow down, reconnect with nature, and enjoy simple cabin comforts, this is the kind of place where mornings feel calmer and evenings stretch a little longer around the fire. Cozy heat via wood stove + diesel heater. Sleeps 4–5 with loft beds and a twin pull-out. Pet-friendly. Shared washroom nearby. Total privacy during your stay. We’re available by message/phone for questions or emergencies. Because reception is limited, you may need to drive to the front gate to reach us. There are 2 other bunkies on the property; you may occasionally see/hear other guests on the road, but your space remains private. Rural Norfolk County, close to beaches, conservation areas, wineries, and trails. Nearby favorites: • Backus Heritage Conservation Area: 10 km (12-minute drive) • Port Dover Beach: 20 km (20-minute drive) • Lynn Valley Trail: 15 km (15-minute drive) • Turkey Point Provincial Park: 25 km (25-minute drive) • Long Point Provincial Park: 40 km (35-minute drive) • Norfolk Arts Centre at Lynnwood National Historic Site: 15 km (15-minute drive) • Whistling Gardens: 30 km (30-minute drive) • Burning Kiln Winery: 25 km (25-minute drive) • Waterford Heritage & Agricultural Museum: 25 km (25-minute drive) • Simcoe Lions Community Centre: 15 km (15-minute drive) • Eva Brook Donly Museum & Archives: 15 km (15-minute drive) • Norfolk Golf & Country Club: 15 km (15-minute drive) • Woodhouse Museum: 20 km (20-minute drive) • Delhi Tobacco Museum & Heritage Centre: 30 km (30-minute drive) • St. Williams Conservation Reserve: 35 km (30-minute drive) You’ll have access to: The entire bunkie Your firepit area Miles of forest trails Please note: Stay clear of farm fields and barns at the property edge. There are 2 other bunkies on-site, spaced through the trees. Approx. 15–20 minutes to Port Dover or Simcoe. Birez Cabin is a simple, cozy, "forest glamping" stay designed for time outside. Whether you're visiting for a romantic getaway, a small family and friends trip, or a quiet solo reset, Birez Cabin offers the space and privacy to truly unwind. Forest glamping = “a little roughing it”: This is a real nature stay, not a hotel or typically Airbnb; expect dirt on your boots, bugs (they live here), wildlife sounds at night, and the occasional weather surprise. If you need spotless perfection, full connectivity, and push-button comfort, you’ll be happier in town. What Guests Love: • Complete privacy surrounded by 40 acres of forest and nature with trails for walking, exploring, and stargazing • Sleeping for 4–5: queen bed + double bed in loft (stairs) + twin pull-out • Kitchenette: mini fridge/freezer, sink, utensils, bar seating for two • Fire pit evenings under the stars • Shaded gazebo + outdoor seating for slow mornings or sunset drinks • Wi-Fi available so you can stay connected if needed • Pet-friendly with room to roam This cabin comfortably sleeps up to 5 guests, making it perfect for couples, small families, or a peaceful weekend with friends. Good to know: • You are staying in nature, you may hear, see, and smell animals and bugs. • Loft beds are accessed by stairs. • The washroom is shared and located nearby. • To stay warm during winter, you will need to use a diesel heater and a wood stove. You should keep the fire in the stove going throughout the night. If you've never used these before, watch a couple of YouTube videos before arrival. WHAT WE PROVIDE • Bed linens and pillows • Toilet paper • BBQ grill (bring your own charcoal) • BBQ utensils • First aid kit • Firewood (bring your own firestarters and bring dry wood in winter) WHAT TO BRING • Extra dry firewood • Drinking water • Food and anything for meal prep • Charcoal for grilling • Firestarters • Axe if you want to cut more wood • Extra blankets (especially for cool nights) • Bug spray, sunscreen, and garbage bags This is a rural, car-first location. Public transit is limited in the area. We recommend arriving with a vehicle and downloading maps/check-in info before you lose service. We want you to feel totally prepared for your forest getaway. Please read these before booking: Heating & Firewood: Bring dry firewood and firestarters. We try to provide but if there's been snow/rain the wood won't burn well. Diesel starts full; if you run out, you’ll need to refill. Temperature & Seasons: The bunkie cabin is available year-round and is insulated, has a wood stove and a diesel heater that keeps things warm all year round. If you are coming in winter or intermit weather, we are assuming you "know what you're in for" and will pack and dress appropriately to be in the bush. In winter, the road may not be plowed and could require a short walk in. Bring extra blankets for chilly nights. Wi-Fi & Cell Service: We now have Wi-Fi available. Being in the forest, it may still go out occasionally, so we wouldn't recommend planning to work much while you are here. Water & Electricity: On-site tap and cabin sink use unfiltered well water (cold). No filtered drinking water provided; please bring your own. Solar-powered lighting and basic power only. Washroom & Shower: A shared washroom nearby with warm/cold shower, toilet, and sink, plus an outdoor well-access tap. Garbage: There are no large garbage bins and no roadside pickup. Please be prepared to bring your garbage to the dump during your stay, or you will need to bring it home with you to dispose of it. If any garbage is left behind, a $75.00 cleanup, transfer, and dump fee will be charged. Guest Verification: If you have not booked with Airbnb, before you arrive, you will be asked to complete guest verification through the third-party provider Truvi. You will also be given the choice between a security deposit and a non-refundable damage waiver. This is done to ensure we are keeping up-to-date with short-term rental regulations as well as providing both our guests and our properties with extra protection. Truvi will contact you via email and/or text to complete the verification. Please do so prior to arriving at the property to enable a quick and easy check-in process. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games ### Outdoor areas - Charcoal grill - Firepit - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### 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 ### General - Unit size: 300 square feet ## Similar properties ![Breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine, garden views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6629/c811f0b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Best Western Brantford Hotel & Conference Centre Brantford - 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Please enjoy your meal at the side or outside. Keep door closed as much as possible to avoid bugs/animals coming into the cottage. At night try to go in door with minimal lights on. Report any damage and/or breakages in a reasonably timely manner. Damages exceeding the security deposit amount must be paid by guests. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### 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 professional host. 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 and a first aid kit 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 b43d95a8-a4b3-4639-9960-36382b911b90 ## About the area Located in Norfolk County, this apartment is in a rural area. Norfolk Arts Centre and Norfolk Carillon Tower Memorial are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Backus Woods and Turkey Point Provincial Park. Wagon Wheel Produce & Corn Maze and Eva Brook Donly Museum & Archives are also worth visiting. 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