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#1 Cottage - South Africa

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A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a sink, and a window overlooking a grassy area.
A compact kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with a wooden table set for four, and a cozy living space with a couch and a fan.
A lakeside view with a wooden pier extending into the water, surrounded by grassy areas.
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A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, a stove, and a refrigerator.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Hamilton, Ontario
  • Place, Rice Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Peterborough Memorial Centre
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Trent University
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the area

Hamilton Township

At this holiday home, you'll be 4.6 km (2.9 mi) from Rice Lake and 6.7 km (4.1 mi) from Rice Lake Conservation Area. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, free WiFi and a fireplace. .Home features 1.5 bathrooms, a living room and a dining area. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Hamilton Township holiday home include Lake Ontario and Cobourg Beach.

What's nearby

  • Rice Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lansdowne Place - 32 min drive - 40.6 km
  • Peterborough Memorial Centre - 34 min drive - 41.3 km
  • Peterborough Lift Lock National Historic Site - 35 min drive - 48.9 km
  • Trent University - 39 min drive - 53.6 km

Getting around

  • Port Hope Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Balls To The Walls - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pitchers Place Comfort Cuisine - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lakeview Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Anchor's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pitchers Place Comfort Cuisine - ‬9 min drive

About this property

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

#1 Cottage - South Africa

Cottage 1 is one of our 9 cottages at Sunny Shades Resort & Spa, offering a peaceful stay among the best Rice Lake waterfront cottages in Ontario. This cozy 2-bedroom cottage features a full kitchen, modern bathroom, beautiful lake views, outdoor seating, BBQ area, pool access, and free parking. Perfect for family vacations, fishing adventures, nature lovers, and relaxing weekend escapes, this charming cottage provides everything needed for an unforgettable Ontario cottage getaway near Toronto.



Our property is fully furnished with all the essentials and includes heating, cooling, high-speed internet, indoor maintenance, cleaning services, laundry facilities, yard upkeep, and free parking. Guests have access to a variety of shared resort amenities, including the shared outdoor resort pool, waterfront areas, fishing docks, boating opportunities, convenience store, mini golf putting area, basketball court, children's playground, pool table, air hockey, ping pong table, and beautiful Rice Lake views. Our dedicated team is committed to providing a comfortable, relaxing, and memorable stay for every guest.



Please note: Access to property amenities requires signing a standard online liability waiver before use.



Our dedicated team is committed to one goal: your 100% satisfaction and creating a memorable experience for you.



Guest access

Guests have access to their private cottage or trailer accommodation, outdoor seating areas, shared resort amenities, swimming pool, waterfront access, fishing docks, and common outdoor spaces. Free parking for 2 cars is available on-site. Access instructions will be provided prior to arrival.



Other things to note

Please note: The property, facilities and amenities are not continuously supervised. Primary bookers are required to sign a liability waiver on behalf of their entire group.



If you have DAY visitors outside the initial booking, there is a fee of $35 per person per day. Please add all guests sleeping there to the booking and inform us of any visitors. The base price is for 4 guests sleeping there, extra overnight guests are a fee of $50 per person, per night. Thank you

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 453 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property located in a resort

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
We Thank you for your stay and do keep us in mind when you plan your next vacation. Plan your celebrations with us. Have a safe drive back
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 999 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to #1 Cottage - South Africa?

The closest beach to #1 Cottage - South Africa is Cobourg Beach (18.7 km).

Does #1 Cottage - South Africa have a pool?

Take your pick from a heated pool, a pool and a communal pool.

What luxury perks are available at #1 Cottage - South Africa?

This property features a heated pool, as well as a fireplace and a living room.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at #1 Cottage - South Africa?

No, #1 Cottage - South Africa does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at #1 Cottage - South Africa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

#1 Cottage - South Africa Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

S. V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a really nice stay. The cottage was lovely, clean and had a full kitchen.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

La Lise A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
very nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026