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Deer Hill Cottage on 5 Lake Chain

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A wooden dock extending into a calm lake with two red chairs and a black lounge chair. - Deer Hill Cottage on 5 Lake Chain (Haliburton)
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window, and a small table with a vase. - Deer Hill Cottage on 5 Lake Chain (Haliburton)
A house with a large tree in the front yard, a pathway leading to the house, and a view of a lake. - Deer Hill Cottage on 5 Lake Chain (Haliburton)
A wooden dining table with four chairs, two small potted plants, and a view of greenery outside. - Deer Hill Cottage on 5 Lake Chain (Haliburton)
A modern living room with dark sofas, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall. - Deer Hill Cottage on 5 Lake Chain (Haliburton)
At Deer Hill Cottage on 5 Lake Chain, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a playground. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

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About this property

Deer Hill Cottage on 5 Lake Chain

  • Perched in the Lap of nature on a 5 Lake Chain DHC is your ultimate retreat in heart of Ontario's cottage country. Lakefront cottage on a 5 lake chain, walking distance to all amenities including hospital, grocery, Tim Hortons, Subway and other restaurants.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,499 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 9 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the area

Located in Dysart et al, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Barnum Creek Nature Reserve and Minden Wild Water Preserve, while Haliburton Highlands Museum and Haliburton Sculpture Forest are cultural highlights. Rails End Gallery and Arts Centre and Ski-Mazing Water Sports are also worth visiting. Visit our Haliburton travel guide
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Haliburton, ON

What's nearby

  • A lake surrounded by autumn foliage.
    Lake of Bays
    55 min drive - 77.3 km
  • Grass Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sir Sam's Ski / Ride
    20 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Haliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve
    33 min drive - 41.0 km
  • Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower
    59 min drive - 81.3 km

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons
    6 min walk
  • Hook Line & Sinker
    3 min drive
  • Kosy Korner
    3 min drive
  • McKeck’s Tap & Grill
    4 min drive
  • Haliburton Family Restaurant
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Deer Hill Cottage on 5 Lake Chain pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Deer Hill Cottage on 5 Lake Chain?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Deer Hill Cottage on 5 Lake Chain?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Deer Hill Cottage on 5 Lake Chain?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Deer Hill Cottage on 5 Lake Chain located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Grass Lake, Head Lake Park and Glebe Park. Haliburton Rail Trail and Rails End Gallery and Arts Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Deer Hill Cottage on 5 Lake Chain Reviews

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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 5 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews

6.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable stay and amazing view

We stayed for 2 nights. Cottage was very nice, clean and had amazing views. We saw 3 deers early morning from our bedroom window. It was a lovely experience. If possible I will come again next year. The owner was very prompt while replying.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Good location, cottage needs some TLC

Great location on a great 5 chain lake. The dock at the rental is large and would work well if you have a boat to bring in. The cottage itself looks like it was built in the 60’s and is a bit rough. Very few electrical outlets and the flooring and wall coverings had gaps, ripples etc. The furnishings were quite sparse. The cottage sleeps 8 but the living room has seating for 5. None of the bedrooms have dressers. We had a couple of issues come up but my correspondence with the owners was good and the turn around was relatively quick. I think this location could be a diamond in the rough if the owners keep developing/improving it.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to enjoy

The cottage has a great location and nice view on the lake very close from everything, very good space and facilities. One point may easy to be corrected towels and plates were not enough for full house occupancy and washing machine was not available
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Unfortunately, the profile pictures of this place do not match the actual quality. Although the lake and the grass (steep hill) and the location are great, the cottage was super dirty and pretty much every room looked as though it was hastily put together on a dime (ie. Drywall seams, cracks, flooring material applied with exposed nails on the walls and warping, screen door on patio door stuck and doesn’t slide properly, etc.). Also, the smart meter indicated that the filter hadn’t been cleaned in 3 years which is probably why the temperature in the house on very hot days couldn’t get below 29 degrees! If you’re looking for rustic then fine but it’s not presented as rustic at that price. Simply maintaining the furnace, ensuring the place is clean and fixing the screen door would go a long way.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
We stayed over labor day weekend 2025. The house was in rough shape (the VRBO photos blur out all the right places) but it was big enough for our family group and was pet friendly. The lock required an app download on your phone which never ended up working for us. I saw other reviews in 2023 mentioning there was not enough place settings but the owner added many more. There are still no dressers or benches or anywhere to unpack clothes. There is also no laundry for guest use which was also a pain (if there is no laundry, there should be more than one towel per person for a week's stay). The bedroom layout is the king bed is upstairs, and the two queen rooms are downstairs. The second bathroom is in one of the queen bedrooms. The day bed is off the dining room and has glass french doors with no curtains. The table now seats 8. There was a gas grill that worked great. Also to note, there are cameras with microphones on the front of the house right next to the picnic table and and back of the house (by the grill) which was NOT disclosed in the listing, (and creepy in my opinion.) When we checked in, we were informed that we were responsible for taking the trash to the landfill (no trash could be left at the house during checkout) which was also not in the listing and not convenient. Overall though the house worked well for us. Great views of the lake! If we were there during warmer days we would have taken advantage of the giant dock at the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025