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Historic fun New Edinburgh Loft beside Rideau Hall
❤️Welcome to one of Ottawa’s unique heritage gems. Bright, romantic, spacious, unique & central. This warm, sunlit, quiet, second floor loft situated in a former, 1860’s historic carriage house near downtown. Beautifully renovated with modern amenities, 1600 sq. ft, open plan loft with a variety of seating, entertaining & work areas . Private entrance beside Rideau Hall with art & private roof top terrace. Situated steps from a amazing coffee & sandwich shop. Easy on street parking overnight.

The Cub Cabin
Welcome to our new hand crafted wood cabin located on the stunning island of Rapides Des Joachims. This cabin is the perfect escape for those looking for a peaceful retreat surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery. The cabin features a rainforest shower, loft with a queen bed and a twin, and a double pull-out on the main floor. Stay cozy with a beautiful fireplace and enjoy cooking in the full kitchen. Easy access by main roads year round. Direct access to the Zec Park and all of its trails.

Snö Tremblant l Architect Glass Cabin, Spa &View#1
Contact Us for On-going Promotion! Unique & Secluded all White Glass Treehouse with Breathtaking Mont-Tremblant mountains views! The cabin is majestically glazed architectural space combining natural simplicity and contemporary luxury, 10 min from village of Mont-Tremblant, Ski Tremblant. Nestled on the end of the cliff with a fully glazed living space, Bathtub with view, The Panoramic terrace & Private hot tub for an unparalleled relaxation experience in Laurentians. Canadian Renowned Designer.

The Escape Pod|No Neighbours|Pet Friendly|Drive to
This cabin site is tucked into the forest at the base of the Deacon Escarpment with a view of the Bonnechere Valley Hills. It is a 10 min hike to the Escarpment Lookout, and roughly a 25 min hike to your canoe on a small lake. There is a picnic table, firepit, outdoor gazebo bar, seasonal outdoor shower and private outhouse. The cabin comes with a map of 30km of trails for you to hike or snowshoe. No neighbours within 500m in any direction. Possibility of occasional guest cars going past.

Secluded Lakeside Retreat - Atkins Hideaway
Tucked in the heart of Muskoka, this handcrafted timber frame cabin rests alongside a scenic spring-fed lake, surrounded by 8 acres of private forest. Only 10 minutes from Bracebridge, enjoy serene lake life and natural beauty while remaining close to town amenities, local shops, and eateries. Enjoy private dock relaxation, cozy cabin comforts, and outdoor fires. A Provincial Park Day Pass is included (*security deposit required) for added adventure. Come relax, recharge and reconnect.

The Waterfront
Welcome to our waterfront cottage nestled in a quiet area of Wakefield on a 2 acre property. The two level 1,800sf cottage has been carefully designed to integrate with nature with large floor-to-ceiling windows throughout. Come relax and recharge in nature. Plenty of activities to do: swim from the dock, canoe/kayak, fish, bike, golf, ski, explore the Gatineau Park, the Nordik Spa, etc. (CITQ#304057. We pay all Sales and Income taxes to the Provincial / Fed governments)

Raven's Roost- private luxury treehouse with sauna
Unplug your tech and let the sights and sounds of the forest be your muse. Treat your body to the healing powers of a eucalyptus sauna. Cool down in the outdoor shower, stargaze, crack a book, play some Scrabble, colour or write. Sing with the wolves, skate through the forest, canoe, climb, swim, ski or snowmobile from your door to the OFSC trail. The quaint town of Dorset is in the center of one if Canada's most impressive landscapes. Escape. Exhale.

Cabin # 2 - Le Signal - Forest & Jacuzzi
Nestled in the heart of nature, Le Signal is an intimate cabin ideal for a romantic getaway. Wake up with breathtaking views of the forest, enjoy your morning coffee on the terrace while listening to the birds singing, and end your days in the private jacuzzi, under a starry sky. This retreat is perfect for those looking for a unique stay as a couple, a bubble of tranquility where you can relax away from the hustle and bustle. CITQ: # 304331

🌲 Pine Peninsula - Lakeside Retreat 🌅
Charming and cozy lakefront on beautiful Lac Chapleau. Over 350ft of private shore. Spacious screened porch, large deck-private dock-sandy water access-fire pit and BBQ. 2 Bedrooms: 2 Queen-1 Double&Single. Indoors: Fully updated kitchen-4 piece bathroom with heated floors- cozy wood-burning fire place. WiFi+TV. Close to grocery-hiking-biking-skiing. Only 40 min to Tremblant Village. *Sauna not operational and firewood is not provided.

Haven at the Hills - Belvédère Champlain
On the shores of a lake, The Belvédère Champlain Cottage is a splendid A-frame cabin perfect for disconnecting from the city while being conveniently located to fully enjoy all that the Gatineau/Ottawa tourist region has to offer. Our mini-cabins are equipped for relaxation with our spa or for remote work in our purpose-designed office, tailored to your needs. They will be a place you'll eagerly return to as you'll feel right at home.

Rose Door Cottage
Quaint and cozy 1 bedroom cottage tucked along the southeastern shore of a small, quiet lake. Recently renovated, the cottage is the perfect romantic getaway. It's located 1 km from snowmobile/ATV trails, 15 minutes from Bancroft and 45 minutes from Algonquin Park. The cottage includes a floating dock with swim ladder, bbq, woodburning outdoor firepit, canoe, kayaks, woodburning indoor fireplace, smart tv with starlink satellite.

The Guest House
Our guest house is a cozy log cabin with three floors. It is the original homesteader cabin to our property, revived and restored with care. Nestled in the Bonnechere region of Renfrew County, this magical place of solitude offers nature right outside your door. Local paintings by Ottawa Valley landscape artist Angela St. Jean displayed throughout the cabin feature lakes, rivers, and natural places and spaces that surround us.
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Your guide to Ottawa River
All About Ottawa River
With headwaters in the Laurentian Mountains, the Ottawa River in Canada winds its way south, forming a natural border between the territories of Ontario and Quebec. Extending 745 miles in total, this waterway is Canada’s eighth largest river, with enormous historical and cultural value to the cities and provinces along its route.
The Ottawa River runs through 26 national and provincial parks and serves as a recreation resource for the cities it flows through, which include Montreal and the Canadian capital of Ottawa. With over 85 species of fish in the upper and lower portions of the river, including smallmouth bass, the predatory muskellunge, and rainbow trout, fishing this river is a favorite pastime. If you’re staying near the river, take advantage of the angling, whitewater rafting, and kayaking opportunities on the water or merely walk or cycle along its banks.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Ottawa River
One of the best times of the year to book cottage rentals near the Ottawa River is between May and September, when the water is warm enough to enjoy rafting and swimming. In both spring and autumn, the very cool temperatures and rain make the river less accessible for outdoor activity. But in winter, when Ottawa is covered in snow and freezing temperatures, stretches of the river freeze over, and experienced guides can help you find a safe spot to do some ice-fishing.
Top things to do in Ottawa River
Rideau Canal
The 125-mile Rideau Canal was built in Ottawa as a commercial waterway between Lake Ontario and the Ottawa River. The canal became more of a site for boating and leisure activities in the 20th century. In 2007, this stone-walled canal became an UNESCO World Heritage site in recognition of its value as the oldest continuously operated canal system in North America. The best time to visit the Rideau Canal is during winter, when it freezes over and becomes the world’s largest ice-skating rink.
Ottawa River Provincial Park
The Ottawa River is one of the biggest whitewater rafting destinations in Canada. Some of the best spots to raft are along a section of river within Ottawa River Provincial Park, just outside the town of Foresters Falls, a 90-minute drive northwest of the city of Ottawa. Here, you’ll find both gentle courses and thrilling class IV and V rapids.
Voyageur Provincial Park
To see a gentler side of the powerful Ottawa River, head to Voyageur Provincial Park, one hour west of central Montreal. This 3,600-acre park, on the Ontario side of the river, is adjacent to the Carillon Dam, which transformed the upstream waters from rocky, perilous rapids into a placid reservoir. You’ll find swimming spots and two boat launches in the park, as well as canoe rentals.
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