Peaceful, Private Lakefront Retreat
The perfect place to unplug, restore and create new memories.
Lake-end Cottage is 35 minutes from Ottawa, Canada's Capital. The cottage is snuggled at the foot of the Laurentian mountains on gorgeous Lac Bonin minutes away from the quaint town of Wakefield, Mont Cascades Water Park, Gatineau Park and Arbraska Lafleche ziplining and cave spelunking. With a magnificent lake view, this waterfront property is great for boating, fishing, paddle boarding, swimming, hiking, or kicking back with a good book or movie and glass of wine.
Sleeping Arrangements
You'll have the cottage to yourself
Bedroom 1
Queen bed
Bedroom 2
Queen bed
Bedroom 3
Queen bed
Amenities
Wifi
Parking
2 cars
Essentials
soap,
hairdryer,
hangers,
toilet paper,
Kitchen
fridge,
pots & pans, coffeemaker, stove, microwave, dishes
Bed & Bath
towels,
bed linens,
extra pillows, blankets
Family
kid's books,
toys,
board games,
dinnerware
Outdoor
waterfront,
bbq grill, campfire,
patio
Safety
First-aid kit,
Fire-extinguisher,
Smoke-
alarm
OUR SERVICES
Would you like to skip the grocery store? Here are three ways we can help:
Dinner on Arrival
Would you like a homemade dinner to be ready and waiting for you in the fridge? We can provide you with everything you need to pop dinner in the oven or on the grill the night you arrive.
Choose from:
1. A hand-rolled Pizza
2. Feta Spinach or Jalapeño Cheddar Burgers with Coleslaw & Kettle Chips 3. Chicken/Veg Fajitas & fresh Salsa
Farmers Market Veggie Basket
There is nothing like fresh local fruits and vegetables!
Arrive at the cottage to a basket of fresh, local veggies selected for you from the Wakefield Farmer's Market.
Depending on the season, the common fair could include:
Carrots, lettuce greens, peppers, beets, cauliflower, broccoli, tomatoes...
Prepare as you please and enjoy!
First Morning Breakfast
You don't need to stop at the grocery store on the way to the cottage. You can do that later. We can provide you with everything you need to prepare your own homestyle breakfast on the deck overlooking the lake on the first day of your stay. Choose from:
1. kitchen-crafted Granola, cashew/cow's milk and fresh fruit
2. Farmer's market fresh bread, local jam and nut butter
3. farm fresh eggs, sausage & toast.
Other services we provide:
Linen Service
Staying for more than a week?
Would you like clean linens delivered to you on Sunday? We will provide you with fresh linens and take away any old linens that need to be laundered on Sunday.
Private Swim Lessons
for Kids or Adults
Do your kid's swim skills need a brush-up? Or maybe you'd like some expert help learning to swim? Lake-End is a perfect spot to learn: clear, clean water and a walk-out sandy bottom that is only four feet deep. It also just happens to be owned by swim instruction expert, Stephanie Rainey. Check-out TheSwimologist.com for more info.
Open-Water Swim Coaching
Lake Bonin is an open-water swimmer's paradise with several short and long-distance swims possible right from the cottage beach. If you're a proficient swimmer and would like some coaching on the best line to swim OR if you're new to open water and would like an introduction, Stephanie Rainey the owner of TheSwimologist.com can do that!
GALLERY
waterfront view of cottage with deck and reclining chairs at the end of Lac Bonin in Val des Monts
View of Lac Bonin and the boat house from the cottage covered deck.
Beautiful farmhouse sink and dishwasher.
waterfront view of cottage with deck and reclining chairs at the end of Lac Bonin in Val des Monts
THINGS TO DO
Mont Cascade Water Park
This mountain waterpark is designed to entertain visitors of all ages, with four adult water slides, six children's slides, six slides for everyone, and a large activity area with waterfalls, swimming pools a picnic area and restaurant.
.(15 min away)
Arbraska Lafleche
Experience thrilling moments among the treetops on zip lines, suspended bridges, swings and nets or venture deep underground , equipped with an explorer helmet, into the biggest cave in the Canadian Shield, Caverne Lafleche.
(7 min away)
Wakefield
Wakefield offers a variety of cafés, pubs, galleries and boutiques and is best known for its eclectic and lively arts scene. It is home to many festivals as well as the famed Black Sheep Inn, a “juke joint” that hosts diverse international talent.
(15 min away)
Nordik Spa-Nature
Treat yourself to wellness at the largest spa in North America. A haven of relaxation techniques from the Nordic countries. Take time to unwind and reenergize in the Nordik baths, waterfalls, steam baths, saunas, and salt-water therapy pool.
(25 min away)
Gatineau Park
This iconic park has hundreds of kilometers of wilderness trails year round – ideal for swimming, hiking and biking during the summer, and cross-country skiing and snow shoeing during the winter.
(20 min away)
Wakefield Farmers Market
Artisans and farmers alike are inspired by the region's natural beauty. Whether you’re looking for stunning works of art crafted from wood, clay, or felt, or delectable local ingredients needed to fill your pantry or picnic basket, the market has it all.
(15 min away)
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