When you think of Ontario Cottages, images of pine paneled walls and deep burgundy siding may come to mind from childhood vacations. East Cove Lakehouse is an absolute departure, bringing contemporary and modern to a well-beloved cottage country area.
Located in the heart of the Kawartha Lakes, East Cove Lakehouse is a perfect luxury cottage rental nestled on the east shore of Sturgeon Lake, between Fenelon Falls and Bobcaygeon. It's an ideal spot for trips into local restaurants, cafes, and shops, whether you choose to drive into town or take your boat and float through the Trent Severn Waterway, docking in town while you explore, for a completely different experience!
As you arrive, you will immediately notice the view and attention to details that have been paid both to the cottage itself and the grounds. Visiting in late fall, we can just picture the hydrangea in full bloom and the rolling green lawn down to the waterfront during the warmer months.
Stepping into the foyer, you're immediately drawn to the wall of windows overlooking the lake. The interior and design could easily be found in a magazine, showcasing the natural light and colour palette. To the right of the foyer is the main bath and queen guest suite, while straight ahead, the space is shared with the dining and gathering areas. The kitchen is perfect for entertaining with peninsula seating and every amenity a chef could ask for. It is bright and inviting, perfect for grazing boards and catching up with friends. Continuing beyond the gorgeous stone fireplace, the primary suite will not disappoint, sharing the same view of the lake, it features a beautifully tiled ensuite bathroom and a king-sized bed. With how spacious the primary bedroom is, it will feel like a retreat all of its own!
Down the staircase into the lower level, you'll find another gathering space with seating and a TV. Just around the corner, you will find a well-equipped personal gym! Guests are welcome to use the free weights and treadmill to maintain their fitness routines (and work off the cottage meals!) but we ask that caution is used with any equipment you may not be familiar with. Across from the fitness area is another beautifully designed spa-like bathroom, complete with a shower not unlike those found in luxury hotels. A king guest bedroom rounds out the lower level of East Cove Lakehouse.
Outside of the cottage, the deck spans the back, complete with a ceramic BBQ and a resort-worthy firepit that is sure to thrill those that have been counting down the days until campfire songs & stories! Overlooking the lake, the yard begins to slope down to the shoreline.
Once you're on the very large sundeck, the views are incredible. Watching the sunset on this incredible waterside sundeck will be a definite highlight of the trip! Given the distance to the water, guests with mobility limitations should note that there are both natural stone and wooden steps to access the waterfront sundeck and then down to the water's edge and dock. It truly is a stunning spot along the shore that feels surprisingly private, with the boat house on one side and neighbours farther down to the other. Here you will also find a woodfire pit, the perfect spot for roasting marshmallows and making s'mores! There is great deep water swimming off the dock and plenty of space to secure your boat during your stay!
Sleeps 6
Central A/C
Well-equipped kitchen with gas stove, mini fridge, dishwasher, washer & dryer
Well-equipped home gym with Smart TV Fitness area – weights to be used at own risk
Gas firepit with one bag of firewood (Please note, the gas firepit is for ambience/warmth only and cooking/roasting marshmallows over this firepit is not permitted.), Cornhole
Unlimited Wi-Fi & 4 Smart TVs with cable, streaming access using your own accounts
Inside the Cottage
Sleeps 6
Main Cottage - 3 bedrooms (2 king, 1 queen)
3 3-piece bathrooms - 1 with large shower/steam room
4 smart TVs with cable (streaming using your own accounts), unlimited Wi-Fi
Central A/C
Dishwasher, washer and dryer, mini fridge
Outside the Cottage
• Dock, assorted PFDs
• Propane BBQ
• A fire table with up to one bag of firewood provided is available on the rooftop deck, on the boathouse, overlooking Sturgeon Lake. You are welcome to cook and roast marshmallows on this fire table.
Things you need to know:
• A max. of two pets are welcome.
• Please note that boats cannot be left overnight at the cottage dock. The marina nearby has slips for this purpose.
• Marshmallows are not to be used above the gas firepit behind the house, only on the fire table, which uses firewood, on the boathouse deck at the waterfront.
• Linens are provided - please bring your own outdoor / beach towels
• Rentals include a cleaning service; however, the cottage must be left in a tidy condition
• Waterfront is a northwestern exposure
• The dock is removed each fall and put back in the lake each spring. Please inquire for specific timing.
• This cottage has a valid STR license with the City of Kawartha Lakes; Licence # STR2025-107, which allows for no more than 6 guests to be on the property at any given time during your stay. The Municipality requires rental guests sign a Rental Guest Code of Conduct. It will be sent to you upon booking for electronic signature.
Waterfront
• Waterfront access to Sturgeon Lake is down a flight of stairs to the shoreline deck, that features a dock and ladder for jumping in and easily getting out after hours of swimming. The water is approximately 6' deep off the dock, and is weed-free and great for swimming! The cottage features a natural steep shoreline for gorgeous views of the lake and lots of room for lounging on the sundeck over the boathouse, waterside deck and dock.
Close-By Attractions
• Lock 33, Trent Severn Waterway. Just 15 minutes from the cottage is a great place to watch the lock system up close. Watch the boats navigate the Trent Severn Waterway, or take your own boat through. The Lindsay Lock allows access from the main navigation channel to Lake Scugog..
• Golfing. There are several area golf courses within 35 minutes of the cottage - Dunsford Golf and Country Club (10 mins), Eganridge Resort Golf Club and Spa (25 mins), Lindsay Golf and Country Club (20 mins), and Sturgeon Point Golf Club (35 mins).
• Winter. OFSC snowmobiling trail 310 entrance is right across the lake, and snowshoeing at Ken Reid Conservation Area trails or on the Dunsford Nature Trail. Ice skate at the outdoor refrigerated Skating Loop at the newly redeveloped Logie Park in Lindsay. The loop is 133 linear feet by 91 linear feet and features a natural stone seating area for skaters to sit and take a rest during skating.
• Kawartha Lakes Museum and Archives. The Kawartha Lakes Museum & Archives, located within a former jail, features cultural exhibits and events. Experience the region's rich history through meaningful displays and high-quality rotating exhibitions. (20 mins.).
• Ken Reid Conservation Area. This Conservation Area is open year-round with 10 km of divese trails for hiking, mountain biking, and snowshoeing in the winter. As well there is a marsh boardwalk, beach area and prime Osprey viewing . New for 2023, there's even a Disk Golf Course.
• Kawartha Settlers' Village. What was once a thriving family farm, Kawartha Settlers' Village is now home to a fascinating collection of over 20 historic homes and buildings. Experience what life was like for pioneers in the Kawarthas as you stroll leisurely through the Village and discover artifacts from 1830 to 1935. (20 mins)
A supplemental information form (under 5 min to complete) which includes information on the guests and agreeing to our rental agency's terms and conditions is required to be completed to finalize the booking.
This cottage is licenced for short term rental in the City of Kawartha Lakes; Licence # STR2025-107. The Municipality requires rental guests sign a Rental Guest Code of Conduct. It will be sent to you upon booking for electronic signature.
House Rules (must meet these to book):
• Rents Friday to Friday only during high season (end of June start of Sept)
• Sleeps 6 (including all children), Saturday - Saturday only during the summer (last week of June - start of Sept)
• A max. of two pets are welcome.
• No parties allowed.
• No smoking allowed.
• A supplemental information form must be completed.
• This cottage has a valid STR license with the City of Kawartha Lakes; Licence # STR2025-107, which allows for no more than 6 guests to be on the property at any given time during your stay. The Municipality requires rental guests sign a Rental Guest Code of Conduct. It will be sent to you upon booking for electronic signature.
• Limited garbage and recycling pickup – disposal is required prior to departure.
• Departure checklist must be completed.
• Boats cannot be left overnight at the cottage dock. The marina nearby has slips available.
• The cottage has smart TVs that will allow you to sign into any of the streaming services you personally subscribe to. Please note, these services will require your personal login information and are not provided.
