Waterfront Family Retreat | Sauna & Hot Tub | Cottage in Lanark
4 Bedroom Cottage in Drummond-North Elmsley, Lanark
Welcome to our peaceful waterfront family retreat on the beautiful Mississippi River. Set on two private acres in Lanark Highlands, Ontario, this spacious cottage offers calm water views, room to relax and reconnect, and simple wellness amenities including a wood-burning sauna and outdoor hot tub. Designed for families and groups, it’s a place for slow mornings by the water, shared meals, outdoor play, and cozy evenings together in nature.
Seasonal sleeping configuration:
• Sleeps up to 13 guests from May–September (including a seasonal bunkie)
• Sleeps up to 8 guests during fall and winter months
The private waterfront and flat, grassed area are perfect for both kids and adults. Whether it’s swimming in the calm water, relaxing by the campfire, kayaking, paddle boarding, or playing lawn games, this retreat has you covered. The setting creates a quiet, peaceful oasis ideal for families and groups looking to unwind.
Our cottage has been completely renovated and features an open-concept layout with wall-to-wall windows and gorgeous Mississippi River views, allowing you to feel connected to the outdoors throughout your stay. Guests have full, private access to the main cottage and outdoor spaces.
Sleeping arrangements:
• The main cottage sleeps up to 8 guests year-round
• From May–September, a seasonal bunkie is available, increasing total capacity to 13 guests
The property includes three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a spacious kitchen, laundry, central A/C, propane furnace, Wi-Fi, fireplace, and large decks for outdoor living.
Outdoor and seasonal amenities include a sleeping bunkie with a queen bed and two single trundles, as well as a flex games bunkie featuring a large games table and air hockey for family entertainment. Board games are also provided.
Guests will access the property via a secure lockbox for self check-in. We respect our guests’ privacy, but are always available by message or phone to answer questions, provide recommendations, or assist if anything comes up during your stay.
Seasonal highlights:
Summer: Enjoy the calm, walk-in waterfront or jump off the dock, gather around campfires at one of our three fire pit areas, and explore the river with two adult kayaks, two children’s kayaks, and two canoes. The property also offers a BBQ, lawn games, and plenty of outdoor space for families to relax and play.
Winter: Cozy up by the fire, enjoy winter campfires, snowshoe nearby trails, and take advantage of skiing and seasonal attractions in the area, including the local Maple House.
Seasonal bunkies & amenities:
From May to September, guests have access to two seasonal bunkies — a sleeping bunkie and a flex games bunkie featuring a large games table and air hockey. During this same period, guests may also enjoy the wood-burning sauna and outdoor hot tub. These seasonal amenities create additional space for families and groups to relax and spend time together.
This property is best suited for families and groups seeking a peaceful, nature-focused getaway. With calm waterfront access, spacious outdoor areas, and shared wellness amenities, it’s ideal for multigenerational stays, extended family gatherings, or relaxed group retreats. This is not a party property; it’s designed for guests who value privacy, comfort, and meaningful time together in a quiet setting.
Waterfront Family Retreat | Sauna & Hot Tub is located in Drummond-North Elmsley. Waterfront Family Retreat | Sauna & Hot Tub provides accommodation, featuring Bedding/Linens, Internet, Kitchen, among other amenities. This Cottage features Bedding/Linens, Internet, Kitchen, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Waterfront Family Retreat | Sauna & Hot Tub has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 13 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Drummond-North Elmsley has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Drummond-North Elmsley, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
This Property is OneKey Eligible
Earn OneKeyCash for every dollar spent on eligible vacation rentals, villas, cottages, cabins, and more when you book on Vrbo.
Amenities
Facility Overview
-
Heating
-
Air conditioning
-
Hair dryer
-
Shower
-
Towels provided
-
2 bathrooms
-
Bed sheets provided
-
4 bedrooms
-
Dining table
-
Fireplace
-
Refrigerator
-
Coffee/tea maker
-
Toaster
-
Oven
-
Microwave
-
Stovetop
-
Cookware/dishes/utensils
-
Lobster/crab pot
-
Dishwasher
-
Laundry facilities
-
Washing machine and dryer
-
Onsite parking
-
Pet friendly
-
1 total pets
-
Welcoming dogs only
-
Smoke-free property
-
Kayak on site
-
TV
-
Free WiFi
-
Firepit
-
Outdoor furniture
-
Barbecue grill
-
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
-
Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
-
Sauna
-
Hot tub
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40 special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Reviews
