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Escape to this serene lakefront cottage, where the sound of gentle lapping water and warm sunshine await. With 3 bedrooms, a sunroom and spacious garden overlooking Lake Erie, you'll unwind in style just steps from the main beach.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81399 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Lake front escape - a quiet lake front cottage with easy access to the beach

  • This cottage is an excellent place to escape the hustle and bustle for a quiet weekend away. The surrounding area has plenty to entertain you including wineries, golf courses, cycle trail and not forgetting the beach and lake just a stones throw away.

    The cottage is well-equipped 3 bedroom with 2 bathrooms, a sun room and a spacious garden overlooking Lake Erie. There is easy access to the main beach just 1 min walk away.

    The downstairs of the cottage features a fully equipped kitchen, dining room, lounge, bathroom and a spacious and light sunroom. Upstairs there is a master bedroom overlooking the lake and two other double bedrooms, and a second bathroom. All bedrooms have queen beds and ceiling fans. In addition to the 3 queen beds, the down stairs sofa pulls out to make a double bed.

    The spacious garden gives you uninterrupted views of the lake.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,399 square feet

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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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Payment types at the property

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
This property accepts credit cards
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 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
Property Registration Number STR-2022-37

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located on the beach, this cottage is in Essex, a neighbourhood in Town of Essex. North 42 Degrees Estate Winery and Erie Shore Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Erie and Cedar Creek Provincial Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Colchester travel guide
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Colchester, ON

What's nearby

  • Caesars Casino
    Caesars Casino
    48 min drive - 33.0 miles
  • Colchester Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Serenity Lavender Farm
    1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • North 42 Degrees Estate Winery
    1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Detroit Windsor Tunnel
    48 min drive - 34.2 miles

Getting around

  • Windsor, ON (YQG)
    37 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Beerded Dog Brewing Co.
    8 min drive
  • Godfather's Pizza
    8 min drive
  • Cooper's Hawk Vineyards
    15 min drive
  • Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery
    9 min drive
  • Georgie's Local Eatery
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake front escape - a quiet lake front cottage with easy access to the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lake front escape - a quiet lake front cottage with easy access to the beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake front escape - a quiet lake front cottage with easy access to the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake front escape - a quiet lake front cottage with easy access to the beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake front escape - a quiet lake front cottage with easy access to the beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Essex cottage is just steps away from Colchester Beach and Lake Erie. Serenity Lavender Farm and North 42 Degrees Estate Winery are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Lake front escape - a quiet lake front cottage with easy access to the beach Reviews

Reviews

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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 104 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trudy V.

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

Weekend getaway

Very nice property on the lake. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

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

Comfy and perfect

Listing was exactly as described. It was very comfortable with good space for chatting and relaxing. We thoroughly enjoyed!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

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

Fun little retreat on the lake.

Wonderful view from the master bedroom over looking the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marissa G.

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

Beautiful stay

This place is exactly as listed . My friends and I had an amazing time here . Quick access to the beach, ice cream, wineries and a cute little town. Absolutely beautiful view of the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

Another Great Stay

Always a great stay at this property. From the view to the location and communication, all are flawless. Thanks again. Would definitely stay or recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elise D.

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

Friends/Family Weekend

Great space, lots of room for kids to hang out together. Very easy check-in, check-out. We had a great time :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alana R.

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

Perfection

We so enjoy staying at this lake house. This is our second visit and it was as wonderful as the first time. Beautiful lake views, convenient walk to town and fabulous accommodations. We hope to visit again soon! Alana and Dave
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing Property!

We can't rave enough about our stay. The property was exactly as listed. Super clean and comfortable especially the sunroom! Would highly recommend and also be willing to stay again. Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina N.

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

Girls Getaway Weekend

This was the second time (3rd for one of us) staying at this property. The house offered a lot of space for everyone to relax and spread out. The proximity to wineries, stores and good food was perfect. The view from the back yard was beautiful. It was a wonderful weekend. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Perfect!

This is the second time we have stayed in Monique’s cottage. It is absolutely perfect for our family. Water park and play structure for the children, wineries, road side stands and restaurants for the adults and a beautiful beach nearby. We spent many evenings sitting lakefront enjoying the view and the breeze. The cottage is well equipped providing us with everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon W.

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

North Lake Erie getaway

7 of us comfortably fit in this home on a beautiful lakefront property. Beach was a <5 minute walk. Wineries close by. The place was well equipped. The only suggestions would be to add more spices besides salt and pepper, and offer some shampoo/conditioner. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

Colchester Getaway

A perfect summer getaway for my family! Reviews and listings were on target. Everything you would expect to enjoy the comforts of a home. The sun room was perfect to play games and to relax and listen to the sounds of the lake. Location is close to several excellent wineries and brew pubs. Would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Sam T.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

No beach access, other tenants on property (disruptive and rude)

Listing is completely fraudulent. "Easy beach access" includes a 3 foot drop off of a rusty step ladder onto wet slippery rocks. Completely unsafe and unusable. Luckily, there is a beach nearby so the entire trip wasn't ruined. House was messy and covered in bugs. We had to clean before we could even any of the outdoor furniture or kitchen. Host also didn't inform is until after we had passed our refundable date that there would be other tenants on the property. These tenants were loud and disruptive and rude. We also parked in the designated parking spots and our car was hit by something and caused major damage to the driver side door. Not sure what the host wanted us to do with the linens. As per her instruction we left all the linens in the laundry basket by the washer and dryer but now I'm getting additional cleaning fees for making them do "extra laundry". Overall a bad experience, save the effort and rent somewhere else.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

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

Beach Getaway

We had super hot weather during our stay so the AC was very appreciated! All beds were very comfy, lots of space both inside and outside the cottage. The cottage had everything we needed. Amazing views and right next to the public beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristie R.

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

Family weekend

We arrived and the place is huge ,so nice. The pictures don't do it justice at all. Modern clean nice everything is where you need . We had a great time and would book for sure in the future !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SIMON T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Monique's cottage is a very cute home with AMAZING views of the lake. It can't get better. It's exactly as per the listing. The sun room facing the lake was our favorite spot, besides the fire pit outside. The main bedroom overlooks the lake too. The home has all the amenities, one can ask for and its kept clean. The property is right next to the beach too. Had a chilled out time in the cottage. Communication with Monique was very prompt too!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeffery V.

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

Great location! House is great!

House is clean, modern and well kept. Right next to beach which is very convenient. Coming in June was not prepared for the may flies. They do not bite but are annoying. BBQ in excellent shape. Hosts were great with communication. Rooms are great especially the master bedroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Girls Weekend!

We chose this cottage for a girls weekend and we had an excellent time! Beautiful views over the lake, cottage was spacious and very clean! We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

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

Great spot

All was very good Cheers
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duygu O.

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

Picturesque, great for long weekends

We visited with family friends. Enjoyed the BBQ and the fire pit very much. The cottage has everything a group would need during a long weekend. There's a nearby playground as well for little guests. Be careful as the hot water in the shower was tricky for the teenagers with us. I showered easily. Monique was very quick to help with our BBQ questions. It was a very pleasant stay overall.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wally T.

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

Fantastic spot right on the water

Exactly as described. Would recommend to anyone
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William (Bill) S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I personally didn’t stay, my daughters, son-in-law and my granddaughters stayed. They absolutely loved it! The weather was perfect and the Firepit was enjoyed. They thought there had been an issue with the dishwasher, for which we called Cathy. But then they believe they figured it out.Hopefully all is well with the house - I didn’t get a chance to see it.Thank you for a wonderful weekend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista N.

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

Family Girls Weekend

This is such a wonderful house in a great location. Cozy but stylish and we just loved sitting in the sunroom for the great view. Thanks so much for giving us such a great place to spend time together!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nadia A.

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

Great retreat on the lake

We had a great and relaxed time with friends on the lake. Monique was responsive and the house was fully equipped with everything we needed to dine/play both indoor and outdoor. Will definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric T.

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

The burg family

Just what we hoped for
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024