This easy access luxury 4 bedroom + 2 bath cottage is newly built, located just off the 118 along the gull river. This space offers a quiet getaway located on a 2 acre lot surrounded by public access trails, ideal for walking, and an excellent private hill. We are equipped with a personal skating rink (weather permitting), 4 person hot tub, 2 smart TV’s, Starlink internet and Wifi, and a DVD player. In the summer months enjoy water sports, swimming, and soaking up the sun. Welcome to your holiday getaway! This easy access luxury 4 bedroom + 2 bath cottage is newly built, located just off the 118 along the gull river, and was rented for the FIRST TIME starting December 24, 2020. Just in time for the holidays! This quiet getaway is located on the gull river on a 2 acre lot surrounded by public access trails, and an excellent private hill approx a 500 meter walk down down to the water from the cottage. Please note you cannot see the water from the cottage. As if that wasn’t fun enough, we are equipped with a personal skating rink and a 4 person hot tub so adults can relax after a long day outside. When you’ve had enough of the outdoors we also have 2 smart TV’s, Starlink internet and Wifi and a DVD player to watch the classics, and an air hockey table for some indoor fun. This property is less than a 4 minute drive to Abbey Gardens, where you can find great eats, and beautiful trails, snow shoeing, and plenty of outdoor activities. You will also find the family (and pet) friendly Haliburton Highlands Brewing company located behind Abby Garden’s. They’re equipped with outdoor fire pits to enjoy a brew of your choice, or hot chocolate for the kids. We are also only a 14 minute drive from Sir Sam’s Ski resort, which offers skiing, snowboarding…etc for the whole family, or Sir Sams spa for adults. If you need to grab a bite to eat you can also check out fine dining at Rhubarb Restaurant, which is only a 7 minute drive away, and located in the same parking lot as Boshkung Brewery. If you need to step into town, neighbouring towns Minden (18 min drive), West Guilford (4 min drive) or Haliburton (13 min drive) have many restaurants, local businesses, LCBO, butcher shop, drugstores and grocery stores where you’ll find all your needs. Our cottage is fully equipped with a wood burning fireplace to relax and unwind after a cold day outside, plus all the amenities you might need. From a washer and dryer to ensure your ski and snow gear are fresh and clean, to a fully functioning kitchen with stove, microwave, toaster, BBQ, coffee maker, pots and pans, utensils, cups etc. We ask that you bring any milk/groceries you may require for coffee or tea. Water source is potable well water, from a drilled well, however you may choose to use bottled water for consumption or get free fresh town monitored well drinking water from Stanhope Airport Road (1 minute drive up the road). Decorated for Christmas with a Christmas tree, and hundreds of LED coloured lights, this place is perfect for a family. This property is located in a prime location for family fun. As a reminder, safety is our number one priority. We are adhering to all COVID 19 policies, and advise that guests abide strictly by government restrictions. Those found to be in violation will be asked to leave the property, and guests will not receive a refund. We also ask that all guests strip the linens from their beds before departure, and leave the place reasonably clean to allow for sanitization/deep cleaning after your stay. Please leave mattress and pillow covers in place. All guests to sort their garbage into clear garbage bags provided, separating garbage from recycling and flattening cardboard in a pile outside of a bag. If staying for more than a few days I will provide instructions for where to store the garbage. An additional cleaning fee of $250 will be applied and taken off your damage deposit if excessive garbage/mess is left, or if bags are not correctly sorted. Our municipality is VERY strict with garbage and charges high fees when items are not sorted correctly. Please also note that this cottage is newly built, and being rented for the first time. We are still working on all the finishing touches. This means that bedrooms are sparsely decorated, and little details are yet to be completed, but rooms are equipped with a closet, hangers, and all bedding for your convenience. You may notice little things yet to be completed, but we hope that this will not prevent you from experiencing a great holiday. More pictures to come! Winter Activities -Skating (on property - weather permitting) -Bring your own skates -Tobogganing (at neighbouring property owned by us) - A few sleds provided, otherwise you’re welcome to bring your own -Ski / Snow board / Cross Country Ski / Snow shoe / tubing at Sir Sam’s Ski Resort -Ice fishing -Snowmobile and ATV trails located within walking distance. Several places to rent snowmobiles locally including Haliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve, and Harper PowerSport and Marine -Dog Sledding nearby -Enjoy an outdoor experience at the Haliburton Highlands Local Brewery -Local Restaurants offering dine in or take out (Rhubarb, Abby Garden’s, Peppermill, McKecks Tap and Grill, Cozy Corner, Molly’s Bistro etc.) -2 Acres of wildlife rich property to explore as you wish, with trails behind, and adjacent properties owned by us that you’re also free to explore -Relax in the hot tub -Relax by the fire/watch a movie etc. -Watch for red squirrels, turkeys, deer, fox and beavers by the water. -Outdoor activities through Abbey Garden's such as snow shoeing Summer Activities (June - August) -2 Kayaks -1 Canoe -1 Dinghy with motor (boating license required) - Local Restaurants offering dine in or take out (Rhubarb, Abby Garden’s, Peppermill, McKecks Tap and Grill, Cozy Corner, Molly’s Bistro etc.) -2 Acres of wildlife rich property to explore as you wish, with trails behind, and adjacent properties owned by us that you’re also free to explore -Relax in the hot tub -Relax by the fire/watch a movie etc. -Watch for red squirrels, turkeys, deer, fox and beavers, turtles by the water. -Outdoor Fire pit located at the front of the property -Visit Haliburton Highlands local brewery -Swimming -Fishing (Check local rules, and ensure you have your fishing license, which can be purchased in haliburton) -Hiking -Outdoor games such as Corn hole, ladder ball etc. -local beaches such as Bisset beach, Pine beach, Eagle Lake beach or Head-lake park beach (usually closed due to high bacteria by mid summer though). -Stanhope tennis courts located about 14 min away -Watch planes and helicopters take off at the local Stanhope airport -Visit the haliburton market (Tuesdays) or Minden Market (Saturday) -Local fairs or festivals check online for haliburton or minden -Drive in Movies at Abbey gardens (saturdays) -Tuesday free concerts in the park in haliburton -Wolf Centre and Haliburton Forest -Skatepark in haliburton across from the legion Please note - some activities are weather dependent. Please note that you cannot see the water from the cottage (see pictures). Water is a short walk down a slightly sloped hill to to water (approx. 500 meters). We are happy to provide you with all the firewood and kindling you might need, as well as amenities like toilet paper to start you off, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, coffee etc. Anything else you may need can be purchased locally. High Season bookings: July-August are Friday-Friday weekly rentals only. Thank you for your interest in our property :)