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Old Fashioned Retreat

 
 
 
Grand Bend cottage rental
 
Grand Bend cottage rental
  • Per night C$ 300
  • Per week C$ 1,300 - C$ 1,500
  • Per month C$ 4,000 - C$ 5,000
USD Conversion (ESTIMATED)
Per night (USD) $292
Per week $1,266 - $1,461
Per month $3,895 - $4,869
  • Bedrooms4
  • Sleeps10
  • 2 Bathrooms

Photos and Description of the Grand Bend vacation cottage rental
4 bedrooms, 2 three piece bathrooms, sleeps 10

This newly renovated cozy cottage is located in the heart of Grand Bend 1/2 block from the Main Street and 2 blocks to the crystal blue waters of the Main beach. The free standing gas stove, cabinetry and woodwork provide a warm inviting atmosphere. With its four bedrooms plus two pull-out couches, the cottage can comfortably accommodate one or two families. Two bathrooms(including a sunken tub) make for a calm early morning getaway. Sit on the front deck with your coffee or enjoy the privacy of your fenced in back yard with fire pit. Shopping boutiques, dining and all the other activities on Grand Bend's bustling Main St. are just a short stroll away. Families and mature couples only, please.No week-end only rentals in July and August.

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**NO TENTIND ALLOWED.** NO PROM NIGHTS. NO RENTALS TO ANYONE UNDER 25.HIGHER RATES FOR HOLIDAY WEEK-ENDS.

Nearest Airport : London at 40 Miles
Nearest Train : London at 40 Miles
Car: not necessary
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Rental Rates for this vacation cottage rental in Grand Bend, Ontario

Rental Basis:
Per property
Rental rates quoted in:
Canadian Dollar
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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Minimum Stay
 
Off Season
Apr 1 2013 - Jun 21 2013
C$ 300
C$ 800
C$ 1,300
C$ 4,000
2 Nights
 
extra night: C$ 300    
 
Peak Season
Jun 22 2013 - Sep 14 2013
C$ 1,500
C$ 5,000
1 Week
 
 
Off Season
Sep 15 2013 - Dec 31 2013
C$ 300
C$ 800
C$ 1,300
C$ 4,000
2 Nights
 
extra night: C$ 300    

Notes

  • Different rates for long week-ends Christmas and New Year
  • **No Tenting Allowed**

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cottage rental in Grand Bend, Ontario

Property Type:
  • cottage

Floor Area:
  • 1200 sq. ft.

Location Type:
  • Downtown
  • Town

Theme:
  • Away From It All
  • Family

General:
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Alarm Clock
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sofa Bed
  • Wireless Internet
  • Parking On Street
  • Washing Machine
  • Heating
  • Internet
  • Iron & Board
  • Fireplace
  • Ceiling Fans

Kitchen:
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Grill
  • 4 Ring Stove
  • Freezer
  • Oven
  • Pantry Items
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee Maker

Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 8 people

Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - toilet , shower , Sink
    Bathroom 2 - toilet , tub , Sunken tub and sink

Bedrooms:
  • 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 double
    Bedroom 2 - 1 double
    Bedroom 3 - 1 double
    Bedroom 4 - 1 sleep sofa /futon
Entertainment:
  • Radio
  • Television
  • Books
  • VCR
  • CD Player
  • DVD Player
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Stereo

Outside:
  • Wood Deck
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Porch / Veranda
  • 8 garden chairs
  • 6 beach chairs

Suitability:
  • Long-term Renters Welcome
  • children welcome
  • non smoking only
  • Low Allergen Environment
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • unsuitable for elderly or infirm
  • pets not allowed

Attractions:
  • caves
  • live theater
  • marina
  • restaurants
  • pond
  • autumn foliage
  • churches
  • recreation center
  • museums
  • arboretum
  • zoo
  • cinemas
  • bay/sound
  • library
  • coin laundry
  • playground
  • synagogues

Leisure Activities:
  • beachcombing
  • horseback riding
  • scenic drives
  • sledding
  • paddle boating
  • walking
  • eco tourism
  • sight seeing
  • bird watching
  • antiquing

Local Services & Businesses:
  • hospital
  • ATM/bank
  • medical services
  • laundromat
  • fitness center
  • groceries

Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • pier fishing
  • freshwater fishing
  • golf
  • tennis
  • snorkeling
  • cycling
  • paragliding
  • hiking
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • water skiing
  • swimming
  • jet skiing
  • sailing
  • roller blading
  • ice skating
  • spelunking
  • fishing
  • wind-surfing

Notes: **No Tenting Allowed** Higher rates for Holiday Week-ends.

Learn more about this vacation rental at the owner's website:

Reviews for this vacation cottage rental in Grand Bend, Ontario

Old Fashioned Retreat
average rating of 4.4210525 based on 19 reviews
business
Old Fashioned Retreat
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p182120
+1 973 2080132
Grand Bend Ontario
5

Wonderful!

5 of 5
Submitted: September 29, 2012 Stayed: September 2012
At first we were unsure of the cottage, having not seen it before booking but WOW, what a pleasant surprise!

We rented the cottage for our wedding party and ourselves for 4 nights and it was wonderful. It was exactly as the pictures depicted. A terrific master ensuite with a nice big soaker tub, the whole wedding party took turns soaking in it. It was perfect for the 9 of us to get ready, with 2 full bathrooms and 4 good size bedrooms. We loved the bench seating in the dining room, made for a great family atmosphere during dinner. The cottage has everything you need during your stay. Even a stackable washer and dryer!

The backyard, let me just say, fabulous! There is more than enough chairs outside and 2 different levels. The top level has the BBQ, picnic table for 5, tables and chairs for 6, the lower garden area has 5 chairs with a bench seat that is around a firepit, which we took full advantage of every evening. We also liked that there was a gate across the front steps, so when someone came by we always knew because the gate makes noise when it's opened. Would be great for parents, they would always know if a child was trying to escape..lol. There's also a 6 foot privacy fence around the yard.

The neighbours were very pleasant and didn't mind all the chatter coming from our cottage. They even came over to offer their congratulations to us.

All in all, my advice is, DO IT. You will not be disappointed. I know we'll be back next year!!!!

Thank you to Brian and his staff for a great time!

The Parkers
business
Old Fashioned Retreat
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p182120
+1 973 2080132
Grand Bend Ontario
5

Clean Cottage near Strip

5 of 5
Submitted: August 28, 2012 Stayed: August 2012
What an excellent location and clean cottage to rent. Just steps From the Strip and short walk to beautiFul beach and children's play area.
Easily accomodated 6 adults and 4 grandchildren. Going back next year.
Tim/Phyllis Samson, Windsor, ONT.

Owner very pleasant to work with-this will be our 3Rd year booking this cottage.
business
Old Fashioned Retreat
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p182120
+1 973 2080132
Grand Bend Ontario
4

Nice and Clean

4 of 5
Submitted: August 27, 2012 Stayed: August 2012
The cottage was nice and clean. Great fire pit to enjoy the summer evenings. Close enough to the strip and all the amenities (within steps) but not too close to be noisy at night. Easy walk down the strip to the beach in 56 minutes.and the beach. Maintenance support was always on call for any questions or needs.
Owner's Response: I think the renter means 5 or 6 minutes not 56. Brian
business
Old Fashioned Retreat
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p182120
+1 973 2080132
Grand Bend Ontario
3

Deduction was not the issue!

3 of 5
Submitted: July 26, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
The owner neglected to mention that there was garbage left in the back yard upon our arrival. We had no complaints as it was removed promtly by the property management representative but there was no mention of how to handle the garbage during the week for us. I also personally put out the garbage and recycleables as scheduled on the Tuesday of our stay but we had 4 days left to acumulate what was left. The late notice for cleaning was due to one couple/family having to leave early for a family emergency and my wife broke a toe during the stay so she was limited at the end of the stay. My issue was certainly not with paying for the cleaning. That service was worht it and greatly appreciated! It was the lack of communication up to and during the stay. And the scolding remarks used to justify the cost, that was not appreciated. It would be more professional and prudent of the renter to avoid being defensive and inflamatory, absorb the constructive critism and consider supplying bags, tags and instructions, for end of week garbage disposal, in the name of continuous improvement. He also had no comment on the all night noise issue - be advised you are in the heart of the action ( "The Jungle" it's referred to locally). We found that quite ironic as our contract clearly stated no noise after 11pm. For the right group it is a good spot. Again Goodluck!!
Owner's Response: I don't want to keep up the banter with this renter but I feel I will respond again. Apparently there was garbage left from previous tenants,what this renter fails to mention is that our contract states that you arrive at the cottage not before 4 p.m. The reason for this is so that we can make sure all is well before you get there. If you arrive early than you have no right to complain,we just haven't finished our work yet.Our contract states how gargage is to be handled,all you have to do is read it.It appears that this renter wanted us to supply everything and not say anything when the place was left in a big mess.I do really find the comment about noise interesting,we ask you to obey the bylaws of the town as we should.We want to be seen as compliant with all by-laws,what others do is nothing that we can control.Please notice that the renter states that our contract"clearly states"no noise after 11 p.m.I appreciate that the renter has admitted how clear things are in our contract.As I said earlier all you have to do is read it. Everyone who rents this cottage is told that it is 400 ft. from the Main Drag and that there will be elevated activity on Friday and Saturday nights.
We do our level best to give people a clear understanding of what they are getting,but you can't please everyone no matter how hard you try.
business
Old Fashioned Retreat
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p182120
+1 973 2080132
Grand Bend Ontario
3

Weak on Customer Service and Loud all night!!

3 of 5
Submitted: July 23, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
This was a very different experience from our last cottage stay in GB. That property was well managed and the people running it were local, very friendly, attentive and mentoring. As for this one, all I can say is, read and know the contract inside and out and ask questions. Owner was not hands on (lives in eastern US) and very vague in all his communications; what little there was. Don't expect them to contact you. Obviously it's about the money. As for the cottage, it is what they say it is. It is even larger inside than it appears in the pictures, especially the covered porch area and the center common area. Nice accomodations! We also spent some great time in the backyard with our 2 families at the fire. One major drawback was the excessive late night noise (until 3-4am) in surrounding cottages and bars on Mainstreet - even during the week. Very tough setting for a young family(s). Goodluck!
Owner's Response: As you can see the cottage is exactly as we said it would be and as he said ,Nice accomodations!We suggest that all renters read our contract and ask questions before they sign it, that just makes good sense.We have a local property manager who is readily available for any situation and very easy to work with.A couple of things that this renter forgot to mention is that they left the cottage in a big mess.We give all renters the option of hiring our cleaners or doing it themselves.They called one day before they left and wanted us to clean,not normally a problem but proper notice is much appreciated.Also the contract explains how garbage is to be handled,these renters left bug infested garbage bags that no-one should have to clean.
We are sorry that these people didn't act as responsibly as most of our renters do but in life we all know people that blame others when things don't go their way. They are upset because a deduction was made from there security deposit.Please read our reviews and judge for yourself.
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