 Stafford Bay Cottage from the driveway - 1/30  View of cottage from steps down to lake - 2/30  View of the cottage from lakeshore - 3/30  View of the cottage from the firepit - 4/30  New perennial garden and steps - 5/30  Large custom kitchen has everything you need to entertain - 6/30  Large diningroom and kitchen has space for everyone (table seats 10 max.) - 7/30  Open concept kitchen, dining and livingroom - 8/30  Cozy livingroom with large fireplace - 9/30  Large stone fireplace and log stairs to the secod floor - 10/30  Cozy corner in the upstairs loft with curved-screen TV (satellite) and library - 11/30  Large area in the loft for board games and conversation - 12/30  First ground floor bedroom - 13/30  Second ground floor bedroom is very bright with sliding glass doors to deck - 14/30  First upstairs bedroom has sleigh bed and overlooks the lake - 15/30  Second bedroom upstairs has a view over the grounds - 16/30  Ground floor bathroom - 17/30  Upstairs bathroom with whirlpool tub and shower - 18/30  Large and bright family room in the basement has a second flat screen TV - 19/30  Large al fresco dining area on the deck overlooking the water - 20/30  Sunny conversation area on deck overlooking lake and firepit - 21/30  View from the dock towards our swim platform and Little Cranberry Lake - 22/30  View of our swim platform from the wild and natural shoreline - 23/30  Peddle boat, stand-up paddleboard, kayaks and canoe (not pictured) are included - 24/30  Two peddleboats, two kayaks and a 16' conoe are included with the cottage - 25/30  View of the cottage from the dock - 26/30  View of Stafford bay and island from the cottage deck - 27/30  Stunning view of the Rideau Canal a little downstream from the cottage - 28/30  Another gorgeous view of the waterways around the cottage - 29/30  The cottage is great fun in the winter, too! - 30/30 $1995 / weekend | CONTACT OWNER |
DESCRIPTIONGENERAL DESCRIPTION  | Sleeps 10 |
 | 5 Bedrooms |
 | 3 Bathrooms |
 | Pets
not allowed |
 | Smoking
not allowed |
 | Fireplace |
 | Internet |
 | Waterfront |
Unique, hand-crafted Scandinavian-style log home nestled in a private bay on spectacular Cranberry Lake on the Rideau Lakes System, a UNESCO World Heritage site. 4,000 square feet of living space offers spacious, executive accommodation. More than 1,000 feet of waterfront and 20 acres of hardwood forest. Superb bass and pike fishing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, boating, hiking, and mountain biking. In winter, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and skating on the lake are available. Picturesque Stafford Bay has a wild and natural shoreline. A beaver lodge can be seen in the bay and you may spot painted turtles, herons, frogs and the iconic Canadian loon among the lily pads. Swimming is wonderful in the warm waters off our private swim platform. A small island dots the bay for children to explore. This family-owned cottage is all about nature. Nearby activities: - Golf - Boat rentals - Rideau Canal System (locks and other attractions) - Thousand Islands Cruises - Thousand Islands Casino - Shopping and sight-seeing in scenic Kingston - Go-karting, paintball and mini-putt - Fort Henry National Historic Site - Many festivals and events, including the Canadian Olympic Regatta in Kingston - Grocery, pharmacy and liquor/ beer stores in nearby Seeley's Bay (15 minutes by car or 5 minutes by motor boat)
- Boat launch and marina in Seeley's Bay
Waterfront: More than 1,000 feet of wild and natural shoreline. Great swimming from swim platform.
Heating: Forced air and 2 wood stoves
Air conditioning: Yes
Children allowed: Yes
Equipment:
- Five well-appointed bedrooms with Queen beds; sleeps 10
- Sumptuous great room with woodstove, 24-foot cathedral ceilings, picture windows overlooking beautiful Cranberry Lake
- Wide-plank pine and slate tile floors, log stairs/railings, beautifully furnished
- 4,000 square feet of living space
- Three full bathrooms, one with Jacuzzi-type bath
- Gorgeous custom kitchen with hand-crafted cabinetry, granite counters and large-capacity refrigerator with French doors and bottom freezer, double oven, glass cook top, microwave, and dishwasher.
- Also includes air fryer, toaster oven, toaster, coffee makers (Keurig and drip), kettle, blender, waffle maker, cutlery, dishes, cookware and bakeware.
- The cottage is on a well that provides delicious spring water. No need to bring bottled water.
- Dining room seats 10
- Games room with high-definition, flat-screen satellite TV, foosball, air hockey, exercise equipment.
- Family room in loft with high-definition, flat-screen satellite TV and board games.
- Small, third-floor adventure nook for children called the "birds' nest".
- High-speed Internet and Wi-Fi access from Starlink (up to 150 Mbps)
- Cell phone coverage
- Front-load washer/dryer. Laundry soap provided.
- Four-burner Napoleon Bar-B-Q plus second Coleman BBQ
- 1,000 square-foot deck overlooking Cranberry lake
- Paddleboat, canoe, 4 kayaks, 2 stand-up paddleboards, private dock and swim platform (life jackets provided)
- 20 acres of hardwood forest with hiking trails (gentle slope to water)
- Firewood provided
- All bath towels, beach towels and bed linens provided
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AMENITIES AND EQUIPMENT | | Bedrooms | 5 bedrooms : - 5 Queen beds | | | Kitchen | | | | Communications | | | | General | | | | Entertainment | | | | Outdoors Features | | |
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+ VIEW MORE - COLLAPSE | Other Town/Lake/Area: | Kingston (30 km) |
Note: Located on a beautiful clear lake directly on the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO world heritage site, Stafford Bay Cottage sits on 20 acres of hardwood forest. Yet, it is only 30 minutes away from Kingston, Gananoque and the Thousand Islands. There you can take advantage of attactions like cruises, a casino, Old Fort Henry, shopping, restaurants and festivals. Nearby Seeley's Bay has a grocery store and marina. AVAILABILITYLast update: August 17, 2025 |
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RATES | | - | - | $1995 | $3495 | - | - | 2 Nights | FALL 2025 Sep 02, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025 Long weekend (three nights) rate: $2,295 | - | - | $1995 | $3495 | - | - | 2 Nights |
Rates are in Canadian dollars ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | Check-in after | 04:00 PM | | Check-out before | 11:00 AM | | Tax Rate | 5% | | Security Deposit | $500 (Security deposit will be refunded within 45 days of check-out) | | Booking Deposit | 50% due at time of booking (The balance is due 30 days before arrival) | | Accepted Payments | Cash, Check, Interac e-Transfer | | Cottage Rules | View |
NOTES Rentals are Saturday to Saturday. We are a family-friendly cottage. REVIEWS | | Bruno |  |
| We were a group of nine adults, and our week long stay at this cottage was absolutely amazing. The private location and natural setting enabled all to relax. The home itself is a beautiful and spacious log home with incredible craftsmanship. The decoration is simply amazing; it is clear the owners put a lot of thought into the details. The kitchen is very large and is fully equipped with everything you might need for preparing meals. The bedrooms are very comfortable, and each one has a unique decor. There are several large common areas for activities or simply relaxing. The host is easy to communicate with. Overall, the indoor and outdoor facilities exceeded our expectations. This cottage is absolutely wonderful and we would happily go back.
Stayed: September 2025 Submitted: Sep 16, 2025
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| | Nicole | |
| Ce chalet est très beau et impressionnant. Les propriétaires ont pensé à tout pour rendre le séjour agréable et sans souci. Il est fort bien équipé pour cuisiner, faire du sport nautique, amuser la galère et accommoder les petits tout comme les plus vieux. Notre séjour en famille a été des plus heureux.
Stayed: August 2025 Submitted: Aug 24, 2025
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| | Santokh | |
| I have stayed at this property four times (so far!) with my group of friends over the years - it is simply a spectacular cabin, in a secluded, picturesque, quiet area on the lakefront. The interior is bright, with vaulted ceilings and large windows; the kitchen a great size, and full appointed. The central fireplace is amazing, and is the nightly post-dinner gathering spot. The multi-floor design is perfect for space and privacy for family and friend reunion trips. It is always a treat to kayak and explore the lake, or paddleboat around the neighborhood! The cabin is perched on a rise, and it is a pleasant walk down to the dock, with plenty of watercraft options (all in good shape). Finally, the owners are incredibly hospitable, and attentive to details; as others have mentioned, they are responsive to any concerns, from the time of the initial booking to the conclusion of your stay. I look forward to my next trip out to Stafford Bay
Stayed: March 2024 Submitted: May 02, 2024
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| | Jodi | |
| My sister and I and our families (10 adults in total) have had the distinct pleasure of spending a week at Stafford Bay for the past three years. This cottage became our "home away from home" for all of us - we knew exactly what to expect when we walked in the door, and within minutes, we had all found the comforts we were looking for.
You would need for nothing while staying at Stafford Bay - the most fully equipped cottage ever. As 10 "foodies", we had everything we needed to create memorable meals. We had the space to gather each evening and connect on a different level.
We would count down the days in a family group chat from the moment we booked the cottage, with routine messages like "only 210 days until we cottage together". Stafford Bay gave us core memories that will be with us for a lifetime. Such a beautiful, quiet place for all of us to find ourselves each year.
You can't go wrong booking this cottage - such a magical place for family experiences and gatherings. Enjoy!
Stayed: August 2023 Submitted: Jan 01, 2024
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| | Nancy | |
| This cottage was amazing for our family of 8 with separate spaces basically for each of the three couples and kids. The upper balcony was large and very well set up for us to enjoy casual play time and dinner every night.
The toys in the basement provided immediate and ongoing entertainment for the kids.
The pedal boat provided quick easy access to the swim dock where much swimming was enjoyed while the kayaks and paddle boards were excellent recreation.
Finally the host was amazing, always responding quickly to our questions.
Stayed: July 2023 Submitted: Aug 05, 2023
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$1995 / weekend $3495 / week RUSSELL BUCHE Member since January 2010 Speaks: French, English Response Rate: 100% |
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