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Charming Sandy Beach Cottage on Horseshoe Lake

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Beach nearby
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 879 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Sandy Beach Cottage on Horseshoe Lake

Enjoy this wonderful quaint cottage located a short drive to Minden, which has all the needed amenities close by.

QuailsNest is wonderful for families. This 3 bedroom cottage sleeps 8, has 1 bath with a shower, with an excellent view of spectacular sunsets.
Main bedroom has a queen size bed, with private sliding doors to the front deck, which is the perfect place to cozy in and watch the sunset.
The second bedroom has a double bed on the lower bunk and a single on the upper.
The third bedroom is equipped similar to the second bedroom, but has closet space.

Professionally renovated Kitchen is well equipped with home like amenities, well stocked with cooking all the utensils/pots/pans needed. Appliances are new for the 2024 season. The breakfast bar is a great spot to for a few people to gather while others cook, or enjoy the 6 person dining table. Feel free to also enjoy meals on the deck where there is a 6 person patio set.

Cottage comes with several kids kayaks, and a paddle boat for your enjoyment.
There is a wonderful dock for those who want to bring your own boat, the public launch is close by. Or of course, feel free to sit in the Muskoka chairs or bring the lounge chairs over to bask in the sunshine.

Shops & Dining close by include:
2 Grocery stores (Foodland and ValueMart)
Canadian Tire
Paddleboard Kayak Canoe shops, Both Boatwerks and Algonquin Outfitters
French Fry Truck
Suwan's Thai Restaurant, a family favourite
Main street shops (recommend Upriver Trading)
Famous Kawartha Dairy
Coneybeare's Butcher Shop
Beer Store & LCBO
Tim Hortons
Subway
Dairy Queen Grill and Chill
50's Diner
GodFathers Pizza


Other fun spots to visit:
Kids play ground at the Rover Cone, (Also an Ice Cream Spot and Take out Restaurant, poutine is good here)
Rapids home of the 2015 Pan American Games canoe slalom events
Boshkung Brewing Social (food also available)
Minden boardwalk
Minden River Walk or float if you’re feeling adventurous.
Snowdon Park
Agnes Jamieson Gallery
Minden Experience Go Carting
Glass Eagle Studios and Creative Garden Centre
Haliburton Highlands Museum
Earth and Fire Pottery
Blairhampton Golf Club
Baverbrook Golf Course

Fore more pictures visit our Instagram page @QuailsNestCottage

Property manager

Nicolena Stone

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Rafting nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 850 sq ft (79 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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 neighborhood

Map
Minden, ON

What's nearby

  • Blairhampton Golf Club - 14 min walk
  • Minden Wild Water Preserve - 5 min drive
  • Pinestone Golf Course - 19 min drive
  • Haliburton Sculpture Forest - 29 min drive
  • Sir Sam's Ski / Ride - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kawartha Dairy - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Boshkung Social by Boshkung Brewing Co - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Up River Trading Co - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Rhubarb - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Sandy Beach Cottage on Horseshoe Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Charming Sandy Beach Cottage on Horseshoe Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Sandy Beach Cottage on Horseshoe Lake?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Sandy Beach Cottage on Horseshoe Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Blairhampton Golf Club and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Minden Wild Water Preserve. 118 - 35 Driving Range and Pinestone Golf Course are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Charming Sandy Beach Cottage on Horseshoe Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quails lane
Great location..beautiful view of the lake..sufficient amenities...seamless check in process. Comfortable bed Had a good stay..highly recomended
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

sanja s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family friendly cottage
Love the cottage it's got everything you need. It's got bunk beds for the kids, little kayaks and lots of sand toys. The beach is stunning, sandy and shallow for little ones. The water is warm and calm. It's very quiet as long as the neighbors aren't out which we lucked out and had the area all to ourselves. I wish there was a bit more privacy on the one side of the cottage. One side has lots of tall trees but the other side is totally open. We love this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Somer A.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful getaway
We had a wonderful time staying at Quail's Nest this summer and we hope to return next year for a longer stay. The cottage is beautiful, clean, well supplied and extremely comfortable to stay in. The kitchen was perfectly stocked with all the tools you need to cook (essential as cottage time means great meals to our family) and had tons of counter and cupboard space. Appliances and kitchen are clearly new, clean and very well cared for. There is lots of seating for meals and a big table perfect for puzzles or crafts. The family room had comfy furniture and a tv that worked great and allowed us to enjoy a movie and popcorn after a day in the sun (and a trip to the nearby Kawartha Dairy for ice cream - also recommended). Bedrooms are clean, comfy and everyone slept well, and the bathroom was also clean, bright and worked perfectly. Great decor and cottage friendly art made the entire space welcoming and relaxing, and the floor to ceiling view of the water along the back of the cottage made relaxing a breeze. Outside was beyond perfect. A long dock, sandy shallow walk in to clear water and a warm calm lake to enjoy meant we spent hours in the water. Lots of seating to sit and relax if not in or on the water. Our hosts were easy to contact and incredibly helpful. Every question you could think of was answered in a handy binder and everything was well labeled and easy to find or use. Thank you Nikki and Eric!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, comfortable and cozy
The place was clean and equipped with everything we needed. We were close enough to town when we needed something. The water was clean and warm, and there was enough space for the kids to run around outside.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
3rd Stay at this property
Another great week at the cottage. From the booking to the checkout everything was flawless. This cottage has everything you need for a vacation at the lake. Sandy beach is great for those who want to float and the paddle boat is great for those that want to venture out and explore. Propery is big enough for a long dog leash, allowing our dog to feel like she had some freedom. Cant wait to book next year :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing vacation - amazing sand bottom
Here's a revised version of your cottage review: --- The water and sandy bottom at the cottage were fantastic, making swimming a delightful experience for us. The cottage itself was well-appointed, providing everything we needed, from pots and pans to a wine decanter. We absolutely loved our stay and would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect get-away!
This is a well-stocked cottage in a great location. There is a nice sandy beach that would be excellent for children. My friend and I enjoyed the paddle boat and viewing the lovely sunsets. We were fine using the shower but a warning to large folks - it is very small! I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this cottage to folks who want a peaceful lakeside experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful little cottage
This cottage was sweet and perfect for our stay. The lake was warm, very shallow and inviting. I was a bit surprised about the lack of privacy and nearness to the neighbours but it worked out fine for our family. I would definitely return. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill A., New Hamburg

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage
Great location and beautiful lake. Had a fantastic time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Manda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Great Stay
This was our 2nd year at this property and we are already planning for next. We are a 3rd and 4th generation Horseshoe Lake cottage family and this cottage has given us the opportunity to continue our traditions after selling the family cottage across the lake. This cottage has everything you need to enjoy a week by the lake, outside has a great dock, sandy beach and amazing sunset views. Inside has everything you need to cook inside or out and the bathroom is stocked with your basic toiletries. This property is dog friendly and a 30ft leash was the perfect size to keep our dog on the propery with enough space to roam and respect the dogs next door. Added bonus this week was taking our mother and grandma (the 2nd generation cottager) up for the week. At 78 and with limited mobility this property was easy for her to get around inside and outside. Front deck is nicely shaded most of the day. Great stay and cant wait for next year
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Katherine Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Full amenities
Cute and beautiful bungalow that really feels like home. Attentive and professional hosts. Fully equipped kitchen with every amenity we could need - we brought some kitchen things and cleaning products and bathroom essentials but the host actually provides all these things so you don't have to pack as much/if you forgot something they likely have it. Furniture is on the soft side if that matters to you (individual preference), shower is a little tight if you're a larger person. Overall a very nice vacation. 10/10 would rent again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cottage in Minden
We spent 3 nights at this great cottage. It was incredibly clean, fully stocked and close to town. Waking up, looking out at the lake was a treat. Quiet area, which is what we were looking for. Communication with the owners was good, making the check in process a breeze.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherry F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall trip
The property fit exactly what we needed; a peaceful environment with a spectacular view! We will definitely be visiting again and possibly for a honeymoon layover next fall!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Naomi T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cottage on the lake.
We had a nice stay (two couples). The kitchen is very well stocked! The only problem we had is that it was a very cold weekend and the bedrooms do not have heaters installed. There are portable heaters but we found that it would get quite hot leaving the heater on so we would have to get up and turn it off and then would later wake up freezing! Other than that, the cottage is very lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place
We couldn’t have asked for a nicer place to spend a couple of nights. It was clean and well stocked with clear instructions. The communication with the owner was amazing. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meghan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Beautiful property. The cottage had everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

sanja s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing beach
The cottage was so clean, beautiful and cozy. It had everything we could possibly need. The beach was the best part for us because we have two small kids and it's shallow for so long and clean sand as well. The kids loved it. We had made fires while watching gorgeous sunsets. The cottage is so quiet and peaceful with the most amazing views of the lake right from the bedroom. Can't wait to go back again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristine b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cottage
We stayed for a week with our two toddlers, they were very excited. The children loved playing in the sand and walking into the water. Cottage is clean and near downtown Minden, a nice place to walk around the river and get an ice cream.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert W., Toronto, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakeside Getaway
The sandy beach and shallow bottom of the lake was great for the children to play in. Also had great a large deck good for BBQ and lounging on. Only criticism was that the master bedroom was quite small.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

amanda m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay on Horseshoe Lake
This property is everything you need in a cottage on Horseshoe Lake. As a family who have recently sold our cottage on the Lake this was a perfect place to continue our family tradition of a July 1st weeks vacation in an original style cottage, with some added features (wifi, AC and smart TV). Check in and out were quick and easy and the property has everything you need. We brought our own floaties and spent most days on the dock or floating in the water. Its has everything you need to cook on both a stove and a BBQ. Thanks for a great stay, my mother in law was happy to be back on the lake and be able to see all the progress being made on our old property :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location!
Thanks to Nikki and Eric for a wonderful stay! The cottage was fully stocked and very clean and beautiful. We didn’t want to leave and will definitely return!! The only little hick up was checking in but Eric immediately solved the issue!!! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful property!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arpit N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to relax
The cottage is cozy and functional. Kitchen is well stocked. Plenty of games ro keep busy inside and outside. Most amazing is the access to water. Don't forget to bring your kayaks and canoes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and modern cottage
There were six of us staying to attend a wedding in the area. We found the cottage very clean, updated and well kept. Well stocked kitchen and beds were comfortable. They even supplied sheets and towels, which was a bonus! Bedrooms were smallish, but the cottage was perfect for our group.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Remy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
This place was amazing, had everything ready, towels, water toys, etc. everything labelled, view to the lake is amazing too. Very highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary C., Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cottage in Minden
The cottage was well equipped and nicely decorated. Nikki and Eric thought of everything for their guests. We had a nice long weekend stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022