 | Sleeps 8 |
 | 3 Bedrooms |
 | 2 Bathrooms |
 | Pets
not allowed |
 | Smoking
not allowed |
 | Fireplace |
 | Internet |
 | Hot Tub |
 | Waterfront |
The Boathouse: Spectacular water views from almost every window! This charming cottage feels like you're on a boat between the wood beams, nautical-inspired furnishings and water views. Relax on the patio or waterfront deck and watch the sunrise over Lake Erie or sit on the dock and watch the sunset over Marentette Canal. Birds and wildlife are literally at your door!
Conveniently located a 12-minute drive to Point Pelee National Park or take the kayak (2 provided) down the canal into the Point Pelee marshland. 2 Adult bikes & 1 tween bike provided so you can cycle Essex County or just to the Point. Walk down Marentette Beach to the end of the spit where you can see Point Pelee across the small cut that allows you to access Lake Erie from the Canal in your kayak. The perfect spot for fishing and you can see the Eagles nesting just across in the Park. Birds arrive on the canal daily and the resident fox often wanders down late in the afternoon (especially in winter).
Sleep well in 3 spacious bedrooms (1 Queen, 1 King & bunk room with 4 singles) with comfortable duvets, chiropractic mattresses, blackout blinds, reading lights, and ceiling fans. Additional Smart TV and
Nintendo NES remasted edition in the bunk room with 60 retro video games.
Watch a movie by the fire or play games with the family in the spacious living room which seats 10 comfortably. Google home mini to listen to Spotify or Smart-tv with Netflix etc. to watch movies or tvs. Living room includes an 11foot couch with a lounge on one end and a movable ottoman as well as 3 retro swivel rockers with footstools -the perfect spot to read a good book! There is also a game table for 2 and a large coffee table perfect for 1000 piece puzzles. Lots of games and puzzles for your enjoyment. The wood-burning stove keeps things feeling cozy when the temperature dips or when you just want that warm glow and the sound of crackling wood (wood included).
Binoculars and bird books allow you to figure out which feathery visitor is on your doorstep each day.
Air conditioning and ceiling fans for warm summer evenings.
Brand new stainless steel appliances incl fridge, dishwasher, stove, microwave. Small appliances include toaster, blender & keurig. The kitchen is fully stocked with several sets of plates -plastic outside or beautiful Villeroy and Boch for inside. Lots of pots & pans, baking trays, mixing & serving bowls for your gourmet meals. The dining table seats 8 normally with 2 additional leaves to expand to 12 comfortably. 4 burner Propane Barbeque with grill tools.
Large bathroom with large double vanity, bath with adjustable shower head, and lots of hooks and rails for all of your wet beach towels. Washer & Dryer in the bathroom. Brand new shower (winter 2024)
Outside enjoy a cocktail while sitting in 4 comfortable Muskoka chairs on the patio, having a meal at the outdoor dining table or lounging on the outdoor couch on the patio or in one of the zero gravity or muskoka chairs on the deck by the water.
Spend your evenings with a glass of wine in the hot tub on the patio (seats 6).
Have a fire in the firepit and make s'mores & memories with your family & friends.
Leamington is a 15-minute drive with many restaurants, a charming downtown with lots of small local retailers and restaurants or access big box stores and Starbucks if that's what you need. The Hillman Marsh is a 5-minute drive or a short bicycle ride away. Many wineries within 30 minute's drive or take the ferry over to Pelee island for the day. Drive into Wheatley and buy fresh perch on the dock for your dinner or visit the Hillman Marsh for even more birds and wildlife. Cycle to Fred's for Ice-cream or dinner.
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