Sunset Waters Cottage at the Heart of Big Rideau Lake

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5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122300 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Fireplace
Washer
Kitchen

Explore the area

Portland, ON

Big Rideau Lake
‪15 min walk‬
Rideau Canal
‪20 min drive‬
Murphys Point Provincial Park
‪33 min drive‬
Smiths Falls, ON (YSH-Montague)
‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Attic Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Attic Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Childrens Room

2 Child Beds

Lake View Corridor

1 Double Futon

Living Room

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen main floor

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Attic Ensuite washroom

Toilet · Shower only

Attic floor washroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Main floor Bathroom

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Exclusive All-season classic cottage right in the heart of Big Rideau Lake. The main building has a spectacular view of the lake and sunset with large windows all around the cottage This beautiful home features five bedrooms that sleep 10 total, and pull-outs that can sleep 4 individuals (6+ guests is an extra charge). Includes large all-wood sun-room with plenty of seating and breakfast table. Full and unrestricted access to the water via large dock, which can accommodate several types of boats and is great for swimming in deep water, no rocks or weeds at the end of the dock. The property is cooled by air-conditioning and heated by wood and/or propane. (Wood not included). Includes three washrooms, Sauna, and Mini-bar. It has a spacious kitchen with two sinks. All Kitchen supplies included. All beds are ready with clean bedsheets and linens. Clean towels are available. Also features a laundry washing machine and dryer for those extra long stays, detergent is not supplied. The cottage features a beautiful lake view outdoor fire pit that can accommodate all guests at once. Cottage is sheltered on all sides for privacy with trees and shrubs, wooden fence around 70% of the property. Great lake for fishing in wide-open waters. The backyard is large for big festivals and BBQ. Inside is a large living room space to accommodate everyone with fireplace and flat-screen using chrome cast, Wii-U, Blu-ray & Wi-fi available.

Motorboat rentals available from nearby marina.

The cottage is operational during winter.

Property manager

George Ibrahim and Nivein Ibrahim

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

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Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

With $20.00 per night fee.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rideau Lakes

Located in Rideau Lakes, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Rideau Canal and Jones Falls Defensible Lockmaster's House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Kilborn's on the Rideau and Westport Community Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Portland, ON

What's nearby

Big Rideau Lake - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Upper Rideau Lake - 15 min drive - 9.0 km
Rideau Canal - 20 min drive - 14.8 km
Westport Sand Lake Beach - 28 min drive - 24.2 km
Murphys Point Provincial Park - 33 min drive - 21.7 km

Getting around

Smiths Falls Station - 39 min drive

Restaurants

‪Forfar Dairy Ltd - ‬15 min drive
‪Stage Coach Inn - ‬19 min drive
‪Galley - ‬15 min drive
‪Chip Wagon - ‬15 min drive
‪Station Cafe Portland - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunset Waters Cottage at the Heart of Big Rideau Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Sunset Waters Cottage at the Heart of Big Rideau Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunset Waters Cottage at the Heart of Big Rideau Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sunset Waters Cottage at the Heart of Big Rideau Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Big Rideau Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Bayview Yacht Harbour and Upper Rideau Lake. Len's Cove Marina and Rideau Lakes Public Library - Portland Branch are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Sam C.

Nov 3, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Weekend Getaway

Suitable space to bring family together to enjoy a fall weekend away. Had everything we needed and the extra fridge sure came in handy.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalya A.

Sep 27, 2024

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

Spacious cottage with amazing waterfront!

My family had a great weekend stay at the cottage. Overall the cottage was stocked and setup with everything we needed (with the exception of shampoo which I thought the ad stated was provided - I only found a few bars of soap). The beds and linens are crazy comfortable! The large sofa in the living room is perfect for large groups. We had a boat with us so the dock was amazing to have! Overall a great stay! A few details of the cottage are getting a little well used and will need updating (exterior seating, one set of kitchen lights didn’t work, toilet paper holder wasn’t attached the wall) but none of these really made much of a difference. The only really annoying thing was the host has an automated alarm at the front entrance that keeps saying “you are trespassing” over and over again if motion activated. This definitely wasn’t a nice welcome for our group as we arrived. Feel like that could be turned off when the cottage is rented.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ankur M.

Aug 26, 2024

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

Great property for a family getaway

We were pleasantly surprised that the property could comfortably fit 12 people—something most rentals struggle with. The beautiful view and private dock were absolutely perfect! The lake itself was stunning, huge, and so quiet that it felt like we had our own private space. The kitchen was well-stocked with all the essentials, and having a washer and dryer to dry our clothes after a day on the water was a fantastic bonus. The drive from West Ontario was long, but honestly, we’d do it all over again! We would recommend staying here.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Aug 10, 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcos M.

Aug 6, 2024

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

Weekend getaway

Very nice area, a little hard to find but the host was helpful in helping us locate it. Needs a little TLC for the setup outside. Lake was nice 😊

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron W.

Jul 24, 2024

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

Great spot

Spacious cottage, great stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Evelyn L.

Jul 22, 2024

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

Spacious and On the Water

This property has some definite pluses - the location is beautiful, easy to find, and on the lake. It is private and very spacious! Lots of large, bright rooms and a lovely cottage feel with all the wood furnishing & decor. George was kind & quick to respond to our questions. We encourage the owners to have the kitchen deep cleaned, decluttered and updated, which will really improve things for the family chef :-) We loved the double fridges! Accessibility: If some in your group have mobility challenges, there is a walk-in shower, bathroom and large open space right on the main floor as well as a large main bedroom. However, it is challenging to navigate the de/incline from your vehicle to the cottage and down to the water. Caution too that the dock is a floating dock.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Labeeb T.

Jul 10, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot for a weekend with friends

It was a pleasure staying here and I highly recommend this location for a weekend with friends. George was very accommodating and this location is absolutely stunning. I suggest booking this place during warmer temperatures - the water was crystal clear and my only regret was not getting to enjoy it.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellen W.

May 26, 2024

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

Great place to relax on the water

Great cottage to relax with friends. The Cottage was in great shape and clean, but could use a good deep cleaning in certain areas. The dock and waterfront areas are amazing. The Sauna heats up quickly, but only fits 2-3 adults comfortably. Overall a great cottage and will definitely be looking to book again in the future!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Lorri H., Ottawa

Nov 23, 2023

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

Club M comments

It was a beautiful spot. A few helpful tips for the owner… print off a book for renters, (sent a pdf didn’t print it off ) some of the information was missing, didn’t know it was a gas bbq, where to find light switches for the rooms. had to search around for hand towels etc.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Kianoush T.

Nov 21, 2023

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Staying in the cottage was fun

The cottage is very nice but unorganized. No towels in the bathroom. we had to search every closets to find them. We ended up finding them piled up in the dryer. We never found the booklet with the check out instructions.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Marie W., Ottawa Canada

Oct 12, 2023

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

Annual Gil’s getaway

We had a great time. Kitchen well stocked. Not as clean as we expected based on reviews we had read. Single beds weren’t made. We weren’t able to watch TV until a technician showed up. Wifi was very weak.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

suzanne s., Ottawa

Sep 24, 2023

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

Family reunion no stress

We had booked this place last yr and loved it- but this yr booked again to include older relatives - aunt and uncle from england- who wanted a true cdn cottage experience! They loved it all. We were: 4 adults 2 seniors (fit but early 70s) and our 2 teens (16-18) . The canoe and paddle at cottage work great- as a bonus canoe is light to lift. We brought our kayaks and tied up our 18.5 ft boat for the week. The place was clean and kitchen fully loaded with anything you need (we brought hand soap) . Very memorable and terrific stay !

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail C.

Sep 9, 2023

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

Beautiful spot

Fantastic location right on the water. Great swimming off the dock. Sunsets across the water and serenaded by the loons. Lovely spacious and comfortable lodging with all the amenities of home. Thank you to our hosts!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bert B.

Mar 8, 2023

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

Very Nice place

Had a great stay in this place. Certainly would want to go back again.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Dec 1, 2022

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

Cozy Cottage

This Cottage is deceiving because it simply kept getting bigger and bigger the more you walk through! Bathrooms and upstairs bedrooms are renovated with a very modern vibe. The Cottage has ample seating and spaces to enjoy cold fall days (snowy days too) inside with all the amenities you need. It truly can accommodate a large family get together or a quiet space for 2. It doesn't feel too big with the layout but plenty of private spaces. Owner is very responsive as well. A great place to stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dennis T., Ottawa canada

Oct 11, 2022

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

Great cottage for thanksgiving

Very happy with our long weekend stay for Thanksgiving. The weather was cool so we did indoor stuff with adults and kids. ie. card games and wii games. Ample room in cottage with lots of room for all and great cooking facilities. Outdoors was great too but a little on cool side. Great stay

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Friederike B., Fort Alexander

Sep 19, 2022

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

Lovely waterfront cottage

Very roomy beautiful updated bathrooms and bedrooms lots to do in the area great waterfront

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Sep 1, 2022

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

The property was gorgeous and very relaxing.

Easy to rent the property and the owners were very descriptive on how to get there making the trip simple.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

scott g.

Aug 29, 2022

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

Friends at the cottage

Awesome experience with the friends, amazing place to stay with tonnes of room! The lake is amazing there and the location cant get any better, its close to town so if you run out of anything its very easy to get. I would definitely stay there again!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Henry C.

Aug 29, 2022

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

Beautiful and Spacious

We enjoyed the place very much and the place has everything you can think of (if I know it is equipped with so much and so many we wouldn’t bring so much things.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

Aug 15, 2022

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

Perfect sunsets & loads of quiet comfort

Fantastic stay with adults family + - teens age 15-18 Huge cottage (lakehouse) 2fridges!!👍 nice layout. Teens loved wifi and firepit and stargazing Solid floating dock. We kept our 18.5 ft boat there. Solid dock ladder to jump in and swim. AC ! Incredible 🌅 sunsets!! . Fab having a dryer for towels. Byo soap pods for laundry. Only flaw was big bed in lake room a little soft but still comfy enough. Bed upstairs firm. Owners (George) super responsive to any Qs. Would def stay again!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Aug 13, 2022

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

Lovely time on Big Rideau Lake

We enjoyed our stay. The cottage was very nice, well-equipped kitchen with 2 fridges and lots of room for everyone. The location was also great and the kids were swimming off the dock every day. Good outdoor spaces, good Wi-Fi as well.

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Carla F.

Aug 4, 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Basic comfort for a large family

Great location on a large, but fairly quiet lake. Lots of room for 9 of us to sleep in the five bedrooms and very comfortable having 3 washrooms and laundry. A few things could be improved to make a stay for a large group more pleasant: dining table only sits 6 comfortably and there is no outdoor eating table or area for a large group. There aren’t enough outdoor chairs for everyone to sit on or near the dock. There aren’t proper paddles to use the canoe. Most coffee mugs are chipped or leak due to cracks. These are not big things but contribute to a disconnect between number of beds and comfort for everyone. At the price we paid we have come to expect nicer amenities. The hosts were considerate and very responsive to questions and concerns.

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason W., Cornwall

Jan 3, 2022

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

Big Times at the Big Rideau

Amazing property inside and out. Large comfortable cottage with nice bedding, great bathrooms and wonderful kitchen and family room. Huge interior with excellent finishes and all household items you would ever need.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by George Ibrahim and Nivein Ibrahim

If you wish to know more about me, feel free to call me at any time.

Why they chose this property

Best access to Bid Rideau lake.
Large Property.
Privacy.
Plenty of parking spaces.

Languages:

English

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Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Attic Bedroom 1

Attic Bedroom 2

Childrens Room

Lake View Corridor

Living Room

Master Bedroom

Queen main floor

3 bathrooms

Attic Ensuite washroom

Attic floor washroom 2

Main floor Bathroom

Spaces

About this property