Riverside Shack offers a serene retreat in the heart of Port Franks, with its stunning sunsets and sandy beaches. Enjoy kayaking down the Ausable River, hiking on nearby trails, or simply unwind by the fire pit and gas fireplace. This charming cottage features a fully equipped kitchen, large master bedroom with balcony and luxurious ensuite bathroom.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Luxury Riverside Cottage - Come and enjoy our Shack on the River!
This stunning luxury cottage is located on the Ausable River at the mouth of Lake Huron in the beach town Port Franks. It is in the perfect location to view the most spectacular sunsets in Canada. You can kayak, fish, and view the many birds and wildlife on the river, enjoy the sandy beach nearby plus there are trails for hiking and biking. It is the ideal spot to make amazing memories for years to come.
The year-round cottage is truly gorgeous. It is a two-story open concept with floor-to-ceiling windows allowing an abundance of natural light. It has a fully equipped kitchen, sleeps 7 guests in beds, a large master bedroom with a balcony, a luxurious ensuite bathroom with a jetted tub, and an outside patio deck with a fire pit and BBQ. And for cool nights a gas fireplace in the family room. There are four kayaks and (occasionally one canoe) available for your use.
You will find Port Franks to be a charming community with hiking and biking trails, a huge sand dune to conquer, and a community centre with a playground and tennis court. Lake Huron boasts glorious sandy beaches with warm shallow waters perfect for families with children. And, if you want more adventure, you can always drive the 15 minutes down the road to Grand Bend boulevard and beach.
We all need something to make life interesting, engaging and enjoyable. Welcome to our Riverside Shack. Should you decide to stay we truly hope that it will be a BLESSING to you and bring a slice of JOY and BEAUTY into your life.
Please NOTE: The hot tub is an indoor hot tub. Access by Owner - The Owner reserves the right to access the outside property, dock/boating area at any time, without notice. Sleeping Arrangements - It is important to note that it is a tight fit with 9 guests in this cottage. There is a pull-out sofa in the family room for (potentially) two guests but the mattress is not very comfortable for more than a 1- or 2-night use.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2.5 private bathrooms
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Shower
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Dock
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycles
Kayak
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)
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
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please return the key to the place indicated by the owner upon arrival.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets not allowed
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 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 Lambton Shores, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pinery Provincial Park and Lake Huron. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Grand Bend Motorplex, or consider a night out at Huron Country Playhouse. Visit our Port Franks travel guide
Is Luxury Riverside Cottage - Come and enjoy our Shack on the River! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Luxury Riverside Cottage - Come and enjoy our Shack on the River!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is Luxury Riverside Cottage - Come and enjoy our Shack on the River! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Huron and Pinery Provincial Park. Sand Hills Golf Resort is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.
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Luxury Riverside Cottage - Come and enjoy our Shack on the River! Reviews
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Everything was perfect once again! Second time staying here and hopefully not the last! Margo is very responsive. The beautiful views are bar none. Well equipped kitchen in which we prepared amazing meals and we watched a great Jays game!
We stayed there with family and had a wonderful time, the house was very spacious and clean, host was very responsive and accommodating.We would definitely come back in summer to enjoy the outdoors as well.
Beautiful cottage in a great location. Was able to leave 2 seadoos tied to the dock connected to the property. Very convenient all weekend long! Awesome sunsets aswell!
Returning visitors. After a week touring the wonders of Canada, the cottage was an instant wind down. Such a lovely place to unwind, relax and enjoy the tranquility of surrounding nature. Thank you Margo - till next time.
My family and I recently stayed and loved the house. The views were great and we wished we could have had a few more days to really enjoy the water. Margo was a great communicator and even mailed an item left behind. Great place to stay!
We had an amazing time at the Riverside shack. The property is gorgeous, well decorated and well maintained. We loved the outside deck and spent hours with the binoculars watching the heron and various birds in the river. I took the kayak out several times. The beds are very comfortable and the kitchen is well stocked with appliances, dishes, pots and pans. I would stay here again.
The sunset and the view are amazing, the kayaks very entertaining, and the host extremely welcoming, flexible and helpful. The kids had a lot of fun fishing, swimming and kayaking. The cottage is beautiful and has almost everything you can think of in case you forget something. We only spent 4 days there but we will be coming back for sure.
We had a great stay at this cottage on the river. We enjoyed the large kitchen and were able to cook an entire thanksgiving dinner for the five us there. We enjoyed walks down to the beach, sitting on the dock in the sun, and hiking in the nearby trails. The cottage was clean , the beds were comfy and it was a great place to relax and watch the sunset with a glass of wine.
The Riverside Shack was anything but a shack! Everything was as advertised with accurate pictures. Beds were comfy and washrooms were very nice and well stocked with towels etc. We enjoyed the wildlife on the river while sitting on the patio and deck as well as while kayaking in the river. Beautiful beach and friendly people added to our enjoyment. Margo and Johnny were a lovely couple to communicate with. Will be very happy to return!
This was a beautiful cottage on the canal that we all found so peaceful and comfortable. The interior of the cottage was very sheik and clean. Lots of space for the 7 of us to stay for a week. Close jaunt to the beach or we could lounge beside the canal on the large deck and enjoy the boats passing by. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you riverside shack!
Great cottage with all the amenities. Margo and her husband were very helpful and kind. We appreciated the two seater kayak so we could get out into the water as a whole family.
The property and amenities were great overall. The owners were amazing in all aspects and very responsive. The area is a little tough with young ones as the water was very dirty and a lot of passing boats close by which we didn’t realize. After talking to neighbours it sounds like the water was so poor because of all the rain this season. We also woke up one morning and the outside of the home was swarmed with mayflies which the owners did mention when we arrived and said it was unlikely to happen but unfortunately it did. Otherwise the home was as picture and clean with very comfy beds.
Our stay was really awesome. We enjoyed our stay of two days. The property, its location and the neighborhood was great. Property was well cleaned and nicely maintained, check-in and check-out was quite convenient. We are planning to rent the property again for our next visit.
We had the best time at this Riverside Cottage, it's in a great location and has absolutely everything you may need! We will definitely be coming back.
My family and I greatly enjoyed our stay at this property. Margo was very accommodating. The property was as described and had a beautiful view of the water. We enjoyed the private beach nearby and Grand Bend Beach about 10-15 minute drive from the property.
Staying at the Riverside Cottage is like a step into the life you wish you could live year round. It has everything you could possibly want or need. The views are stunning and kayaking there is one of my favourite parts of the summer. Margo is a welcoming host. We will be back again!
This cottage was everything it looked like in the pictures! Fantastic location and beautiful cottage. The hosts were very accommodating and helpful. We were already talking about booking for next year!