Experience the harmony, peace and relaxation of our 140-acre Breathe Easy country paradise with expansive views of rolling forest and field. Breathe in clean air and enjoy the pristine environment... breathe out the noises and tensions of city life.
We specialize in large groups, family gatherings and office retreats year-round. Everything you will need is included except your consumables. Large, secluded country paradise on 140 acres, with expansive views of rolling forest and field in all directions, in a region with many rivers and small lakes, and close to Georgian Bay and Lake Huron. Great fishing, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, exploration opportunities. In the heart of an area rich in culture ... arts, craftspeople, music, theatre, biodynamic (organic, Waldorf) farming community. Breathe in clean oxygen-rich air (and enjoy pristine environment, basking in the sounds of nature). Breathe out the noises and tensions of city life. Visitors always comment on the harmony, peace and relaxation they feel here.
INTERIOR DESCRIPTION
This is a very welcoming and gracious house. The south end has cathedral ceilings and consists of: a large, charming, eat-in kitchen, equipped for gourmet cooking, with a screened porch off it; well-stocked library/diningroom off kitchen; broad hallway (almost an extra room) to large, bright livingroom, with fireplace, long trestle banquet table (for large groups or game playing), french doors onto deck; laundry room/two piece bathroom. The north end consists of a large entry hall with stairway and stairlift down to lower level; two bedrooms (queen-sized) with doors onto decks, large office, oversized bathroom/exercise room with two tubs and separate toilet/sink area. There are many windows and great views throughout the main level, and radiant floor heating and HRV throughout the house. The lower level consists of: very large sunroom/bedroom with twin beds and lots of space for plopping down mattresses and sleeping bags for very large groups; large bedroom with queen-sized bed and cot; smaller bedroom with double bed; sitting area with pull-out (queen-sized) sofa-bed, plus long, comfortable sofa good for extra sleeping and a screened off bunkbed sleeping area; three-piece (shower) bathroom; large play/workroom area with ping pong table, darts and sitting area. This house is very well built, bright and comfortable. Kids can make as much noise as they want downstairs or outside while adults have quiet conversations upstairs.
EXTERIOR DESCRIPTION
Two decks and a screened porch, firepit for bonfires, 140 acres of forest, field and a bit of wetland. Large lawn for ball games, volleyball stands, swing set and lots of running space, hiking and exploration possibilities, Styx River at foot of property. Spectacular night-sky viewing.
The rental fee includes everything - all linens, towels, firewood and propane, our resident stock of herbs, spices and condiments to supplement your cooking needs, and access to our extensive inventory of appliances, utensils, books, games and toys.
The $600 deposit becomes your security deposit upon payment of the full rental fee and is returned after the inspection, within two weeks of departure.
We do not hold back any part of the security deposit for minor breakage, normal wear and tear, or normal cleaning.
During the summer, check-in is after 5pm Friday and checkout is before 11am Friday.
During the rest of the year we are flexible on arrival/departure times and the length of stay.
No smoking indoors, no drugs, and no wild parties or rowdiness is permitted; please respect our place as your own.
Well-behaved pets and overnight guests welcome but please advise us in advance.
For complete Terms and Conditions, etc. please visit our website (www.BreatheEasyCottage.com/).
Summer weeks- Fridays >5pm, flexible most other times
Price varies by stay length, time of year or holidays, and number of persons. $600 deposit to hold date. Deposit becomes security deposit upon payment of full rental fee within 2 months of arrival.