Vacation rentals in Kawartha Lakes

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Cabin in Tory Hill
Crooked Cabin - Irondale River -Geocaching Capital
Located in the woods, watch the river flow by from any window, the porch or walk the trails. The main room has a leather loveseat, rocking chair and propane fireplace. The loft has a queen and double mattress. BBQ with side burner and all kitchen appliances are there. There is an outhouse. No shower. Wifi available on the property. Kayaks are accessed at The Nest which is the 2nd cabin (that you can't see). Firewood available. Incredible night skies. Space and privacy. A soul restoring getaway.
May 8 – 15
$165 CAD per night
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 286 reviews
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Farm stay in Campbellcroft
Ganaraska Forest Getaway
Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. Come and explore the Ganaraska Forest, Farm Life and Relaxation. Go mountain biking, hiking or head to Rice Lake and go fishing and boating. Enjoy living on a horse farm in the rolling hills of Northumberland County. Tour Prince Edward County for a Wine Tour. Enjoy Historic Port Hope. Go to the Cobourg Beach. Minutes from Canadian Tire Motorsport. Room to park your trailers. In the Winter ski Brimacombe or Snow Shoe on our private trails.
May 25 – Jun. 1
$144 CAD per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews
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Cottage in Caesarea
Lakeside Cottage Getaway South Shore Lake Scugog
WELCOME TO YOUR LAKESIDE GETWAY! This rustic, private lakefront cottage (south shore of Lake Scugog) has 2 bedrooms, 2 queen sized beds, large bright living/dining room, pullout couch, newly renovated kitchen and bathroom, private dock, indoor fireplace/outdoor fire pit and a loft space that could be use as reading, meditation or play room. Located approximately 1.5 hours from Toronto, this cottage is the perfect place for families and friends to escape the hustle and bustle, relax and unwind.
Apr. 1 – 8
$183 CAD per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

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Guest suite in Kawartha Lakes
Bev's Lakeside Suite
Oct. 21 – 28
$218 CAD per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 89 reviews
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Cottage in Kawartha Lakes
Cozy 3BR cottage in Kawartha Lakes
Dec. 3 – 10
$213 CAD per night
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 42 reviews
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Cottage in Little Britain
StarBay Hollow
Oct. 3 – 10
$213 CAD per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 31 reviews
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Apartment in Kawartha Lakes
Luxury 1-bed apt in the Heart of Fenelon Falls
Oct. 26 – Nov. 2
$172 CAD per night
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 40 reviews
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Home in Kawartha Lakes
nortehaus - Nordic and Japanese inspired escape
May 27 – Jun. 3
$658 CAD per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 96 reviews
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Cabin in Kawartha Lakes
Cozy Farmhouse Cabin
Apr. 18 – 25
$143 CAD per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 90 reviews
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Loft in Trent Lakes
Quaint Country Loft Apartment/Edge of Bobcaygeon
Oct. 23 – 30
$141 CAD per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 70 reviews
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Home in Nestleton Station
Retreat 82
Apr. 26 – May 3
$247 CAD per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 43 reviews
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Cottage in Kawartha Lakes
Enjoy the Kawarthas at Pleasant Point Lakehouse!
Sep. 24 – Oct. 1
$608 CAD per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviews
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Guesthouse in Kirkfield
Rusticly romantic treehouse, on Balsam Lake….
Sep. 4 – 11
$272 CAD per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 63 reviews
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Guesthouse in Beaverton
The Snug
Jun. 15 – 22
$140 CAD per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 31 reviews
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Home in Minden Hills
Cottage Retreat - The Nature Lover's Paradise
Apr. 7 – 14
$186 CAD per night
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 12 reviews

Your guide to Kawartha Lakes

All About Kawartha Lakes

Kawartha Lakes is at the heart of cottage country just outside of Toronto, Ontario. The county is home to the larger Sturgeon and Pidgeon Lakes, as well as much smaller shallow lakes that warm up nicely for swimming in the summer and freeze over for skating in the winter. There are also Provincial Parks for camping and a vibrant local food scene with small craft breweries scattered throughout the region.

The Kawartha and nearby neighbouring Muskoka region are renowned for their cottages and vast expanses of forest with the bare rock of the Canadian Shield jutting out between the trees. This is one of the oldest types of shields on earth and is what creates the picturesque backdrops of any cottage-going adventure. It's also the landscape that makes visiting a cottage in the Kawartha region so idyllic, attracting travelers who crave an escape into nature for its peaceful, rejuvenating atmosphere.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Kawartha Lakes

Ontario is known for hot and humid summers and its frigid winters. Don’t let that deter you from enjoying the outdoors, though. Summer is a great time to find Kawartha Lakes cottage rentals, and it is reliably sunny. It's also when the region’s lakes are warm enough for swimming. However, winter offers a different type of beauty. You can go ice fishing or snowshoeing before coming inside to a hot cup of cocoa. One of the best times to visit Kawartha Lakes is in the autumn, when the leaves change colour and the temperate days make for great hiking while cool nights make for a cozy campfire. Springtime is also a good season to explore the many trails and outdoor activities before the peak summer humidity — just remember to bring your bug spray.


Top things to do in Kawartha Lakes

Small Towns of Ontario

The county of Kawartha Lakes is home to the small towns of southern Ontario, each with its own unique charm. Some highlights include Bobcaygeon and Lindsay, which offer river and lakeside walks, fantastic dining, and quaint small shops. Venture farther afield and visit the lively town of Gravenhurst for its lakeside patios, or head the opposite direction to Minden for its famous ice cream.

Trent-Severn Waterway

Rent a boat or take a tour between some of the larger lakes to experience this extensive canal route, listed as a National Historic Site of Canada. The system stretches from Lake Ontario to Georgian Bay, and along the way there are a number of locks through small towns, where you will find beautiful vistas of the surrounding landscape.

Kettle lakes

The geographical landscape of southern Ontario is peppered with kettle lakes, which are smaller bodies of water formed by receding glaciers. These are where many Kawartha Lakes cottage rentals are located. No two are the same, so one of the best places to spend your time is on your own lake, or find a smaller accessible one nearby.

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