Cottages in the Thousand Islands easily rival its central Ontario neighbours. The area, perched on the picturesque shores of the St. Lawrence River, is home to over 1,800 islands with many bordering the U.S.
If you’re looking for outdoor adventure consider a boat cruise along the St. Lawrence or a dip in one of the area’s surrounding lakes. It’s the ideal place to hike with over 50 kilometres of trails. If the outdoors isn’t your thing, shopping and fine dining are only a 30-minute drive away in Kingston.
If you do choose the Thousand Islands for your cottage getaway, make sure to visit the soaring turrets of Heart Island’s Boldt Castle and the Gothic architecture of Dark Island’s Singer Castle.
Photo by Julia Hou/VRBO
Photo by Julia Hou/VRBO
Photo by Julia Hou/VRBO
Photo by Julia Hou/VRBO
Photo by Julia Hou/VRBO
Photo by Julia Hou/VRBO
Thirty minutes from Kingston, the newly renovated Grippen Lakehouse offers 2,000 square feet of living space, vaulted ceilings, and a wraparound deck with serene lake views.
Location: Grippen Lake, Ont.
Price: Averages $367 per night
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 4
Notes:
- Internet included
- Laundry on site
- Lakefront property
- Canoe and kayak available for use
- Pets welcome
- Outdoor fire pit
- Guests must remove their own garbage at checkout
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Photo by Cottage Ivy Lea/VRBO
Photo by Cottage Ivy Lea/VRBO
Photo by Cottage Ivy Lea/VRBO
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Photo by Cottage Ivy Lea/VRBO
Photo by Cottage Ivy Lea/VRBO
With a view of the Thousand Islands bridge connecting Canada to the U.S., Sunset Cove is the perfect island getaway offering shoreline access to the St. Lawrence River.
Location: Ivy Lea, Ont.
Price: Averages $295 per night
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Notes:
- Located on an island, you need to take a boat or taxi to access
- Pets welcome
- Outdoor fire pit
- Steep stairs, ill suited for those with limited mobility
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Photo by Morris/VRBO
Photo by Morris/VRBO
Photo by Morris/VRBO
Photo by Morris/VRBO
Photo by Morris/VRBO
Photo by Morris/VRBO
Photo by Morris/VRBO
Perched on the Bateau Channel, this Howe Island cottage is the perfect getaway for sightseeing and boat tours.
Location: Bateau Channel, Ont.
Price: Averages $563 per night
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Notes:
- Accessible by ferry
- Outdoor fire pit
- Kayaks and canoe available for use
- Linens and towels not provided
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Photo by Christen Desilets/VRBO
Photo by Christen Desilets/VRBO
Photo by Christen Desilets/VRBO
Photo by Christen Desilets/VRBO
Photo by Christen Desilets/VRBO
Photo by Christen Desilets/VRBO
Nestled in a quiet cove on Birch Island on Bobs Lake, this cottage is accessible by boat. It is the perfect wilderness retreat with 640 kilometres of shoreline to explore.
Location: Birch Island, Ont.
Price: Averages $185 per night
Sleeps: 9
Bedrooms: 4
Notes:
- Launch your boat and park your car and trailer for free at the marina.
- Kayaks, canoe, and paddle boat available for use
- Cottage is accessible by boat only
- Guests need to bring their own drinking water
- Linens and towels not provided
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Photo by Marla Isaacs/VRBO
Photo by Marla Isaacs/VRBO
Photo by Marla Isaacs/VRBO
Photo by Marla Isaacs/VRBO
Photo by Marla Isaacs/VRBO
Photo by Marla Isaacs/VRBO
Photo by Marla Isaacs/VRBO
Another Bobs Lake property, this cottage has16-foot high ceilings and comes with two bunkies—enough room for the entire family. Throw in a basketball court, hot tub, and boats, and you’ll never be bored.
Location: Bobs Lake, Ont.
Price: Averages $1,003 per night
Sleeps: 15
Bedrooms: 6
Notes:
- Lakefront property
- Kayak and canoe available for use
- Pets welcome
- Hot tub
- Basketball court on the property
- Two bunkies (one is a treehouse)
- Cottage is on an island
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Photo by Ernesta/VRBO
Photo by Ernesta/VRBO
Photo by Ernesta/VRBO
Photo by Ernesta/VRBO
Photo by Ernesta/VRBO
Photo by Ernesta/VRBO
Photo by Ernesta/VRBO
With 10 acres of property and 500 feet of western exposed shoreline, privacy is not a problem at the Lazy Loon Lakehouse. Enjoy the 50-foot deck, hanging hammock chair, or crisp waters of Wolfe Lake.
Location: Wolfe Lake, Ont.
Price: Averages $530 per night
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 5
Notes:
- Lakefront property with western exposure
- Kayaks and rowboat available for use
- A/C
- Outdoor fire pit
- Towels not provided
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