This is the Summer Booking profile for Camp Watercombe. 1920's Classic Cottage. Beautiful mature wooded lot w 350ft of Private lakefront & Beach. 4 Season and Dog friendly!
As the sun sets, grab a glass of wine to take in the incredible water views from your sunset facing deck. Later enjoy a beach campfire, stargaze from the hilltop firepit or stay in and cozy up in front of the lake w the woodstove.
Explore Local farms, breweries and wineries, and the many wonderful nearby food producers
The space
This home is a safe space for folks from all minority and marginalized groups. We welcome guests of all races, faiths, genders, and sexual orientations.
Please note! After Nov 1st the seasonal bunkies are closed and this listing is for a one bedroom cottage that can accommodate a maximum of 2. Please visit our other listing for Winter Season bookings.
This beautiful Cottage was originally built in the 1920's by an enterprising young couple from Rochester NY, Eva and Chet Collins.
With a love for sailing, the vast wild spaces of Ontario and it's deep waterways the Collins set up Camp, literally! The young couple built a summer resort that spanned 3 generations, and involved a whole community, in it's operation. The Camp Watercombe log books record the proposals, honeymoons and family visits of it's returning guests for over 50 years. We love the Collin's pioneering spirit and intend to continue restoring the original bunkies located around the Camp Watercombe property. We hope you create some adventures of your own under these same towering trees and sandy shores.
This area is known for it's excellent Fishing and Sailing. Two swing moorings are available for sailboats. Clean, clear, deep water, incredible views and excellent fishing. 12 min boat ride to Picton (or Napanee) for impromptu breakfasts, exploring Breweries & Wineries, cafés, restaurants and incredible small-town independent shops.
The main cabin hosts a lakeside bedroom, overlooking the water on two sides with floor to ceiling windows and a walk out to the deck. Second and third bedrooms are located in separate sleeping cabins, each with their own covered porch. Great for couples looking for a little extra privacy on their holiday.
Large daybeds flank the Fieldstone Hearth making sure everyone has a great space to stretch out. 12 foot Harvest table easily seats 6 with options to eat inside or on the deck (both with lake views). Outdoor sofa for those who want to soak up the end of day sunsets from a cozy perch or swing from the comfort of the Fringed Hammock in the Screened Room instead.
Hope you love the new Butcher Block Counters, Coffee Station, and double Farmhouse Apron Sink overlooking the lake! We were inspired by the Danish design principles of warmth, simplicity and minimalism. Cozy up to the kitchen fireplace (one of three in the cottage) and unwind on the rocker. A dishwasher and European combo washer /dryer unit gives you more time to relax.
Tucked off the kitchen you will find a full bathroom with a Clawfoot Bathtub for post lake soaking by the fire, YES there's a fireplace in the bathroom!
Don't feel like cooking indoors, no problem. You've got your choice of Weber Gas and/or Charcoal Grills (plus a pizza oven) outside on the terrace and many great takeout options in town to choose from, or perhaps arrange for a private chef's meal with wine tasting, or Seafood Bake on the beach.
The water is provided by a well, 100% safe to drink but if you have a delicate constitution or concerns please bring bottled water.
Free onsite parking for up to 3 vehicles. We are 3hrs from Toronto, 1hr from Kingston, 3hrs from Ottawa and 3.5 from Montreal.
Please note this a RUSTIC 100yr+ COTTAGE within a healthy and natural Lake environment. Depending on the time of year you may experience pollen on the water, weeds in the water, waves if it’s windy, still water if it’s not windy, and best of all fish and birds and frogs and turtles, bugs and even the occasional otter or fox sharing the space as well. The 2nd and 3rd bedrooms are located in Bunkies and antique/vintage items are the norm not the exception! If you do choose to come and experience this awesome little corner of Ontario, just remember that the closer you get to nature, the closer it gets to you :) Please manage expectations accordingly.
While pet friendly, we are not able to accommodate puppies/dogs under a year old or cats (allergies).
Guest access
You will have the entire cottage to yourself, docks, sandy beach and upper meadow. The water is shallow entry, with a rocky bottom (water shoes recommended). Parking available for maximum 3 vehicles. Charcoal and Propane Weber BBQs, Adirondack Chairs. Wifi. Games, books. Aluminum rowboat, canoe, kayak, paddle board included with Rental
Other things to note
Please bring your own:
• towels for bath and swimming
• sheets (bedding provided)
• coffee (coffee maker provided)
• life jacket for small children (some life jackets in different sizes provided)
• water shoes recommended
• suntan lotion and insect repellent
Food Supplies: There are some basic staples at the cottage. Please feel free to use these. If any are depleted please replace.
Well System: Like many homes in the area, our home runs on a well system. Please time showers accordingly and kindly conserve water usage. Please do not flush anything down the toilet other than toilet paper. Please do not put food scraps or cooking oil down the kitchen sink.
We would ask that you refrain from exploring the outbuildings scattered across the property. It's going to be hard, they look super interesting but we don't want anyone getting hurt until these great old treasures have been properly secured. Come back next year when we've got a few more open for use!
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We encourage our guests to enjoy all our beautiful property has to offer. In return, we respectfully ask that you take care of our possessions and leave everything in good order when departing.
Please read FULL listing, all House Rules, and ask any questions before booking. Thank you.
If you need to cancel your trip, your quickest option is to contact Airbnb directly to see your cancellation options for your specific reservation.
If we are required to cancel your reservation because the property you reserved is unavailable (for example, in compliance with a government closure order), you will be given the option to receive a refund.
Other things to note
Bring Watershoes!
Cottage guests are responsible for bringing: linens including sheets, pillow cases, towels, dish cloths and dish towels. Additional Firewood besides what is provided. Additional Propane besides what is provided. Bug repellent, suntan lotion, flashlights, charcoal. Current Year's Fishing license (if fishing).
Facilities provided: Pillows, Blankets, Refrigerator/Freezer, Stove, Oven, Microwave, Kettle, Tea Pot, Dishes, Cutlery, Pots and Pans, Toaster, Coffee Makers (auto/drip type, Nespresso, french press, pour over), Cleaning Supplies, Vacuum, Television, DVD, Radio, Fans, Fireplace, Fire Pit, Patio Furniture, Barbecue, Pizza Oven, Dock.
Please take note, while the main cottage and bunkies are one level, these building entrances are not wheelchair accessible.
The docks are accessed in two ways 1) by a staircase leading from the deck or 2) via our private and driveable laneway on the south end of the property that takes you directly to the beach. It's a great option if you have a boat to launch, items to bring down, are not comfortable navigating stairs or just feel like taking a leisurely stroll.
We understand that accidents can happen at the cottage during your rental. If something breaks DON'T PANIC. Please call and inform us of the accident. This will allow us time to make arrangements to have the broken item fixed or replaced.
