Excellent house and even better hosts

Stayed here for a weekend with my wife and our Golden Retriever. Sean and Catherine were super welcoming and made us feel right at home. They were very helpful in making recommendations for hiking routes (tons of amazing trails nearby) and directing us to amenities in the area. The gas fireplace and outdoor fire pit were perfect for a chilly fall weekend. Our dogs got along really well and Sean/Catherine never seemed annoyed by our dog's excitement and curiosity. Would definitely recommend for a quiet stay out in the woods.

Not sure which one was better- the hosts or the apartment! Sean and Catherine (and their cute pup) were great - friendly, accommodating, approachable, perfect balance of respecting your space but making you feel welcome. The apartment itself was a very large space with tons of natural light, high ceilings, and a working fireplace. Super clean and comfortable. Location can't be beat - secluded but a short drive away to ski hills and groceries. Beautiful trails for hiking literally across the street which means you don't have to battle with tons of tourists. Stay here if you're looking for a great getaway and/or you want to catch up on REM sleep! We'll certainly be back :)

Gorgeous area, super cute house, really nice hosts and we had a great stay! Thank you so much!

Sean was incredibly hospitable and the property was amazing. They were both super accommodating and their dog was pretty freaking adorable as well. 10/10 would recommend.

Thank You Sean! We.had.a.wonderful stay.

Had an awesome stay at Sean, Katherine and Diefs place. Even though it was only for a night we had a lovely time exploring Barrie and hiking the trails right across the road from their house. The hosts were super friendly and felt like friends. Would definitley come back!

Though our visit was quick, it was perfect for what we needed. Sean greeted us at the door and was ready to show us the space. Everything you would need for your stay is there. Sean even had firewood cut for us if we wanted to sit by the fire. Looking for a nice place to relax while in the Horseshoe area, I would recommend here.

Ray was absolutely an absolutely fantastic host!! We couldn't have asked for a better stay at his chalet. From first point of contact he was prompt to reply, gave detailed information on what to expect and the place was perfect!! Ray is very personable and goes out of his way to make his guests feel welcomed. Thanks Ray! Highly recommend!

Ray was a fantastic host, the chalet is lovely and we enjoyed sitting on the back deck in the autumn. The backyard looks out onto the forest which was such a lovely backdrop for our weekend!

We absolutely loved staying at Rays Place! The outdoor furniture was comfortable, the space was clean and welcoming! A comfortable and bright space that 6 of us enjoyed comfortably! Ray was wonderful, connecting before our stay and during! Not only was the space bright and clean but we had everything we needed! A great space for a romantic couples getaway or a fun group hangout! Our group is hoping to return every year!

We had a great experience at Ray's place. Super tidy, clean, fully equipped... amazing views to the forest with a huge deck an tonnes of light thru the windows. Ready to just enjoy.

The space was perfect for our family and additional dinner guests. We enjoyed the nearby trails, ski hill for hiking and wonderful neighbours. We were all very comfortable with an easy kitchen to work in and a great fireplace. Definitely go- I can only imagine being here during ski season!

Stayed here for alittle over a week and it was a great area very quite , the host was amazing , very nice . The house cute and cozy very homey

The chalet is in the quiet residential area and the back patio facing the beautiful woods. It was very relaxing and comfortable stay for our weekend getaway. Very modern and clean chalet with a pool table and darts in the basement, full kitchen utensils and comfy beds! Would love to go back in summer.

Great wintery escape to a open concept chalet with family. Billiards was fun. Everything you need right there. Very new. Loved modern dishwasher beds comfortable

Trevor was very helpful in getting us settled in - very professional.

Trevor was a great host and his communication was quick and clear. The posting describes the cottage well but the photos don't do it justice, it is much nicer in person. The view is great! Only two notes that i think everyone should be aware of: A) There is a second cottage fairly close (~10 meters) and everything is shared between the two. Without booking both you have neighbours to keep in mind. B) There is a river that the cottages face which is an opening to the lake. Local boating traffic moves between the lake and the neighbourhood (they pass in front of the cottages). That makes for a lot of traffic. Aside from that everything else was fantastic! great: location, amenities, cleanness, canoes/kayaks/boat, cottage had everything you need, no concerns or issues. Would recommend!

There was no guess work involved with this place. It was as accurate as the pictures and description. The directions were clear and precise and even the things you didn't know we're all spelled out for you with posted signs. The place was fully stocked with everything I needed in terms of amenities and Trevor was an excellent host. Answered all questions quickly and even made some suggestions based on what I was looking for. On top of everything else, the place is gorgeous... I will def return there again.

It was a awesome little cottage. We enjoyed our stay here. The lakeview is amazing. Please, if you have the chance, come to this beautiful place. Thank you Trevor for this experience.

A clean and cozy cottage that had everything for a comfortable stay while still feeling like a country getaway. Trevor was a great host who was helpful and communicative when we needed him.

The place was perfect ! Will book again.

Trevor's cottage was perfect for the weekend we had everything we needed. It's was an beautifu location and very relaxing as well. The cottage was just like the description and Trevor was very friendly and quick to reapnd to any questions we had. I would recommend this place to anyone 10 out of 10.

It was a great little place by the lake. A perfect getaway for me and my wife. Trevor was a good host and provided all necessary information and we loved staying there. Will go back there

Great stay! Spacious, lots of sleeping space and located centrally in Penetanguishine.

the manse on the hill offers a great location to downtown, terrific accomodations, and a clean living space. the home has all the charm of a classic old home. craig is a terrific fellow who i would enjoy renting space from again to revisit this cozy little town.

A lovely, quiet retreat home.

We were 5 friends staying for 4 nights over New Years weekend. This house was perfect for us. Within walking distance to restaurants and a great Irish pub. Also within walking distance to the lake front. We went snow shoeing every day in Awenda which is a provincial park about a 10 minute drive. It is very clean and spacious. Although only 2 bedrooms it has an extra bed in a back entrance space which is quite comfortable with a door that makes it private. Spacious dining room for meals together. Good size eat in kitchen with large fridge. Driveway long enough for 3 cars. Host was very responsive to our inquiries and made it easy to book and stay at his house.

The house is close to shops and restaurants on the main street. There are lovely vintage (but comfortable!) beds and lots of charm. Loved the games and other touches to feel at home. A big house to explore the area. We would stay here again.

It's a very nice house in a quiet place. We had a pleasant stay. Looking forward to coming back.

Craig was very helpful in making the whole experience as smooth as possible from the beginning. He provided us with very useful information about the surrounding area and activities. The house was easily accessible, very clean, welcoming and fully equipped with everything that one could need for a great stay. It is also conveniently located just a short walk away from the waterfront. Would definitely recommend staying here!

We had a great time on our vacation here. The house is lovely , clean and comfortable. It is centrally located , walking distance from shops and restaurants. The view from the house is beautiful. It was quiet and peaceful. Although we didn't meet Craig. He was available and accommodating. He kept in touch to make sure our stay went well.

It's was a pleasure dealing with Lucy and Gino, great communication and very nice. The place itself was nicer then described and looked nicer then the photos. It was super clean and very comfortable. It's the perfect distance to the beach which was supurb. The yard was huge and the fire pit area has a really great area in the yard. wife is really picky when it comes to cottages and she's already looking forward to coming back to Lucy and Gino's cottage.

Lucy was very prompt at responding! The cottage was just as it shows, adorable! The kids play area outside was fantastic for my 2 girls! Very short distance to the beach with great ice cream and beach toy shop!! Had a great time at the Bluebird cottage!

Our stay for the weekend at the Blue Bird Cottage was great. Lucy was excellent with communicating with us in terms of whats required and where to find the key e.t.c. The cottage was very clean and exactly as it looked in the photos. Lucy also went out of her way and left us an anniversary card upon our arrival, we thought that was a very nice touch! We loved the location as it was just a few blocks from the beach. We would definitely come back to stay again! Thank you Lucy and Gino!

Nice cabin & Balm beach is a lovely area, but hosts have totally unrealistic expectations, which slightly spoilt the trip for us. Also, it's on a main road and the bathroom is accessed through one of the bedrooms (which doesn't have a proper door).

The cosy home was exactly how they described it, and the area is extremely beautiful for walks and for site seen.

Lucy and Gino were the perfect hosts for this beautiful little cottage by the beach. I took my parents here for one week and Lucy was amazing at communicating back and forth with me prior to my booking and prior to our stay. Upon arrival we were greeted with a birthday card (for both my mum's birthday and my birthday) and I thought this was such a lovely touch. They went out of their way to accommodate us and we really appreciate everything they did for us. The house was newly decorated and you can tell they put a lot of work and love into their cottage. It's a short walk to the beach and there are lots of fun things to do in the area. The house was extremely clean and there was a private outdoor area with a BBQ, patio, fire pit, badminton/volleyball net and a children's play area. I'd definitely recommend this cottage to anyone and we hope to stay here again soon. Emma

Lucy and Gino are very warm host who have put a lot of effort into this sweet cottage. The cottage is as advertised. Great for our little family of 3. Lucy was easy to deal with and very fast with communication. I booked last minute ( night before arrival) and they were happy to make us feel welcome. There is lots of sun and shade on property, close to cafe, restaurants, convenience store. Lucy had little toys set out for our 11 month old which was an added bonus. Lovely spot. Thank you the lovely weekend!

It's a nice little house which unfortunately is right on the street, but also in close proximity to the beach Everything is kept simple, but you can find everything you need. Important own cover should be brought by yourself . The hosts were very nice when greeting. However, there were some inconsistencies after departure due to the final cleaning, which have yet to be clarified. The conditions imposed by the host are too strict here. You have to make sure that every object in its place, for example.