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Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River.

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Dining
Exterior
Fridge, stovetop, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
3 bedrooms, bed sheets
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River.

Enjoy this spacious houseboat by leaving it at the dock and treating it as your cottage and play on the nearly half-acre property. Have a campfire. Play frisbee. Try the kayak and paddle-board. Swim at the public beach directly across the river. Take a short drive to any number of beautiful small towns nearby, like historic Merrickville or Manotick or Kemptville. It's only 30 minutes to downtown Ottawa and the Parliament buildings, too.
OR, take the houseboat for a cruise if you have a Pleasure Craft Operator's Card, which is easy to obtain if you don't have one already. Cruise for as little as $300/day off-season! There is no better way to see the region than from this UNESCO World Heritage waterway! See the historic Rideau Canal, and go through the still-hand-operated locks like it was 1850! There is no end to the possibilities!
This property is friendly to pets under 50 pounds, with a maximum of two pets. A pet fee of $50 per stay applies.

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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
  • Solar energy

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 23 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
This property uses solar energy
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
Property Registration Number Not required

About the area

Located in North Grenville, this houseboat is in a rural area and on a river. Rideau Canal and Watson's Mill are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pirate Cove Marina and Sandy Mountain Golf Course. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Kemptville, ON

What's nearby

  • Rideau River Provincial Park - 9 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Baxter Conservation Area - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Osgoode Village Community Centre - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Rideau Glen Golf Club - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Canadian Tire Centre - 36 min drive - 55.5 km

Getting around

  • Ottawa Fallowfield Station - 25 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Marlborough Pub & Eatery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Brewed Awakenings - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River. located?

This family-friendly North Grenville houseboat is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Rideau Canal and Veterans Commemorative Park. Gideon Adams Park and Pirate Cove Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kym N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Outdoor Space

This property is in a lovely location with some marvellous outdoor options. It is close enough to Ottawa to be able to experience all the area has to offer yet far enough out to find peaceful relaxation if you prefer. The houseboat is such a unique experience. The host is very helpful and personable.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was as described in the ad so no suprises. The host had a personal emergency but still made sure that we had what we needed and took the time to show us how everything worked. Would definitely go again. The area is very scenic being right on the river. Worth it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Linda S.

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

Good place to stay

The houseboat is a fun place to stay. Bedrooms are wall to wall bed with no room for luggage, but it IS a houseboat. One bed up in the loft so someone needs to climb the ladder. No air con but fans and open window cooled at night. Well equipped with dishes etc. Nice bedding. Could use some newer towels. Really clean. The host could not have been more accomodating. A pleasure to deal with. Would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantelle K.

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

Reconnecting on the water

The pictures don't do the property justice. When we arrived, we were so excited to stah on a house boat. The location was great easy to find. Its a great distance from town close drive but far enough away from the hustle and bussle. It is located near a road that the odd truck can be heard(we're from a big city so it didn't bother us and was quieter then we're use to) the water and scenery around was gorgeous, the first morning we woke up to a family of otters playing in the water my girls were in love. There was a paddleboard and kayak for our use which we used everyday. Trevor was very friendly and helpful during our stay and was very easy to get a hold of it we had any questions. We had amazing weather and enjoyed every part of our stay. Because it is near water(in water) there is lots of bugs so if your not a fan of bugs this is not for you, however with some big spray and access to inside we survived. It was great to get away from the hustle and bussle of the big city and connect with nature and hang out as a family with no distractions. Our girls had no wifi,tv,video games and not once did they complain they were bored. We had a great stay, great sleep and a great view. Next time we may try driving the boat. truck could be heardsomeone's h but we
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

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