Islandview Cottages - Lakefield, Ontario

vickyhE2046KB

Just returned from a week on this tranquil, tucked away bay. On our arrival the cottage was spotless. The kitchen was very well stocked and there was everything we needed to make our meals for the week. The BBQ worked well. The bathroom had more than ample storage, was very well lit, and the shower was a really good size. Bedrooms were a decent size and had a dresser in each. We had a deck that faced the lake which was great. There are chairs provided on each deck and dock, so really no need to bring your own. We also made use of our dock each day.

Walter P.

My wife and I really enjoyed staying at IslandView Cottages! We stayed in the well appointed 1 bedroom cottage which offered everything we needed. Plus we enjoyed a private porch steps from our own dock and sitting area. The cottage was fabulous and clean with some nice homey touches. The lake is beautiful and offers miles of very scenic waterways. Our hosts were friendly, a pleasure to meet, and both Craig and Jennifer went out of their way to ensure we had everything we needed. I highly recommend!!

Laura K.

Highly recommend! An absolutely beautiful location, peaceful and quiet with lots of wildlife to enjoy. The cottage was lovely, with everything we needed and spotless! A magical spot on the lake with all the amenities needed for the kids to have a great time. The owners were excellent to deal with and very helpful. We are already booked again for next year.

moirag441

From the moment we arrived we fell in love with this spot! Our cottage was clean and spacious and what a spectacular view! The owners were welcoming and friendly, and Jennifer took the time to ensure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. ||The cottage was decorated with cute antique items such as fishing rods and snow shoes, giving it an authentic, welcoming feel. There were plenty places to relax while we were there, with the beautiful deck to sit on as well as picnic area in front of the cottage and a big dock to sit and enjoy the view from too - we were spoiled for choice! The view of the lake is magical, we enjoyed listening to the loons, and the sound of the occasional fish jumping out of the water. ||The kids loved being able to take the paddle boat out in the day time and roast marshmallows at the fire pit by night. We had a wonderful vacation and would highly recommend this spot. We will definitely be back next year!

Moira G.

We had an amazing time here! A beautiful view, the cottage was perfect, with a big deck as well as picnic area, fire pit and dock right on the doorstop! The owners are friendly, the scenery is spectacular and it was an amazing time had by all. Highly recommend this for an authentic cottage experience on magical Stoney Lake!

Dale D.

Our little haven on Stoney Lake. The hosts Jen and Craig are top notch. This is our third year coming twice a year back to the tranquility and quiet we all deserve. This rustic set back in time collection of cottages we call home albeit for a short time.

Mahnaz H.

The view from the 3 bedroom cottage was lovely. Fairly quiet. There were kids staying across the lake but that didn't bother us. Jennifer was very helpful and quick to respond to all questions. Lots of wildlife - a family of ducks, a loon, turtles, birds to watch. I have to be honest with this review - I was not expecting the snake that appeared on the dock on our last day. It must have been a water snake because it slithered off the deck and through the lilypads. The Paddleboat was decent but the canoe was old, unstable, and once was enough. The water was disappointing - reedy, fully of algae/greenery, and smelly at times. The sandy beach was maybe two feet. We had to find a nice beach to go for a swim.

Inside the cottage was fairly clean, however the screens were full of bugs and there were spiders in the main living area. No AC, the weather was pleasant, two fans were provided, but we still brought a fan of our own. We were mostly 4 adults, at times 6, and the cottage is small, it needs renovations. The mattresses are lumpy, the 3rd bedroom was dubbed a closet, the sofas felt like they were 50 years old, and the bathroom shower was very dark. Two bedrooms were nicely painted. All dishes are kept out in the open, so even though they were washed, some flies ended up on the plates and we had to rewash. Granted we were outdoors a lot, but indoor comfort counts too, especially when there are rainy afternoons and you want to spend time together in the evening. There is no lighting on the steps coming down to the cottage, nor the steps going down to the dock. The dock could use some staining in order to spruce it up. Owners live next door, have boats, it would have been nice if they had offered us a tour. It would also have been helpful to know the marina phone numbers beforehand and rent a boat for a week or a few days. I contacted 3 marinas and they were fully booked. Oh and the BBQ grill was rusty on the inside - thankfully I had brought foil to cover the grill.

Overall we had a pleasant stay.

johnmC7497JJ

I had really high hopes visiting here. Unfortunately, I was disappointed from the minute I arrived. Right off the bat, parking was sketchy with the owners driving big trucks loaded with equipment back and forth past my vehicle. The cottage was small with very few amenities inside. It was questionable how often the inside was cleaned as I noticed bugs stuck in the screens and dead flies throughout the cottage. There weren't any boats for rent, even though there were multiple boats on site during my stay. I wasn't even offered a tour of the lake by the owners who have their own boats. I ended up renting a boat from Dean at Harbourtown Marina, which was a pleasant experience. The owners of Islandview live on site. Their dog barking kept me up most nights. This experience was very rough and I felt like i was staying in someones shed instead of staying at a cottage. It really felt like the owners cheaped out on maintaining the cottages. Overall, I'd save my money next time and try one of the other resorts on that side of Stoney Lake, like Wantasa.