Pinecrest on the Lake is a bright 4 Bedroom plus Loft space cottage / home that's fully equipped for a wonderful cottage experience in every season. Enjoy happy hour on the dock, paddle your worries away, cozy up by the woodstove, nature is all around, take a fall hike.
The town of Haliburton is a 7-min drive or 15-min boat ride away and has a variety of great shops, restaurants, trails, and more. It's the perfect balance between seclusion and accessibility.
This beautiful lakefront cottage/home nestled into the hillside is located minutes away from the lovely village of Haliburton. As you step into this cozy home away from home, you'll be greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere. The spacious living area features large windows that flood the space with natural light and provide stunning views of the surrounding forest and sparkling lake.
Pinecrest on the Lake consists of two separate areas in one cottage: the upper main unit called Summit, and the lower second area is Base Camp. Groups of families and friends alike love the extra kitchen space, bathroom, living area, and privacy that this set up has to offer.
Summit has:
- 2 bedrooms
- Loft space overlooking the living room ("yoga room")
- 2 bathrooms
- 1 full kitchen
- 1 living room with a 72" smart TV and woodstove
- 1 dining room with a table that seats 9
- 1 screened in room (3 season)
- a BBQ deck with lake views
Base Camp has:
- 2 bedrooms
- 1 bathroom
- table that seats 2-4
- games area and bar sink.
- 1 living room with a DVD player and woodstove
- balcony with lake views
The outdoor space is where this cottage truly shines. Step outside onto the deck, lounge in the sun, sip your morning coffee, fire up the BBQ for a delightful cookout, and enjoy your meal in the wonderful screened-in dining area while being serenaded by loons.
Take a leisurely stroll down to the private dock, where you can swim in the pristine waters, go fishing, or simply bask in the beauty of nature. North West exposure provides all day sun & stunning sunsets. You will have access to a canoe, two kayaks, and a stand up paddle board, paddles and life jackets.
Lake Kashagawigamog is a part of the 38-km Five Lake Chain, connected to Grass Lake, Head Lake, Soyers Lake, and Canning Lake. In the summer you can boat for miles and miles. In the winter, you can go ice fishing, dog sledding, skiing, snowshoeing or snowmobiling.
Your perfect retreat at Pinecrest on the Lake is waiting! We look forward to hosting you, and we know you'll love it as much as we do.
When You Arrive
Parking
You can park in the car port (you’ll see it when you turn in the driveway), or anywhere on the driveway. If it’s likely to snow, we recommend parking at the top of the hill! The driveway can fit 5 cars.
Baseboard heaters: There are thermostats in some rooms to adjust the baseboard heaters, otherwise there are dials directly on the heater.
Wood stove: Firewood and kindling are available for you to use. The little slider on the ashtray door controls the burn; sliding left will give the fire more oxygen, right will slow the burn down. We slide it all the way to the right when we go to bed. You may need to empty the ashtray and/or sweep out the stove if it gets full. Use the fire gloves when opening the door as it gets very hot!
Activities
There are 2 kayaks, 2 canoes, and 1 SUP available for you to use. The paddles, boat safety kit, and life jackets are in the shed by the house. When you go paddling, you need to have enough life jackets for the number of people and a boat safety kit with you.
The fire pit on the landing on your way down to the dock is available for your enjoyment! Please ensure you burn according to the local fire burn restrictions.
Indoor games: There are cards and a wide variety of board games in the hutch in the dining room.
We want you to have the best time on the best dock! It's important to remember how the noise carries on the water, so just don't be too loud too late 🙂 Also the waves/wind are good at removing unattended items from the dock, so make sure to take everything with you at the end of the day and stack the chairs.
Explore.
There is plenty to do in the Haliburton Highlands! The village of Haliburton is only a 7-minute drive away. Check out the local guidebook to see our food, activity, and attraction recommendations!
Health and Safety
The first aid kit is in the pantry in the kitchen.
Be fire smart! In the case of an emergency, there is a fire extinguisher above the range hood.
The tap water is drinkable! We’re on a well and test our water annually.
Please use caution on the steps when it’s dark, raining, or icy.
In the event that you need it, the nearest hospital emergency room is a 4-minute drive away at Haliburton Highlands Health Services.
Checking out checklist:
“Attitude is the difference between an ordeal and an adventure.”
[ ] Remove all garbage and recycling (see landfill hours & locations)
[ ] Strip the sheets off each used bed
[ ] Put used towels in the tub or shower
[ ] Wash all dishes and/or run the dishwasher
[ ] Empty & clean the coffee maker
[ ] Empty the fridge of perishable items
[ ] Put the BBQ cover on and ensure the propane is off
[ ] Put indoor + outdoor game items away
[ ] Stack the dock chairs
[ ] Put canoe, kayaks, and SUP back in their homes
[ ] Put all paddles, boat safety kits, and life jackets back in the shed
[ ] Turn all indoor lights off (fans can stay on)
[ ] Turn off the outdoor string lights
[ ] Leave a message in the guestbook 🙏
[ ] Lock all doors and close all windows
[ ] Book your next stay! 🙂
What this place offers
Scenic views
• Lake view / Access
Bathroom
• Bathtub
• Hair dryer
• Cleaning products
• Shampoo
• Conditioner
• Body soap
• Hot water
• Shower gel or soap
Bedroom and laundry
• Free washer – In unit
• Free dryer – In unit
• Essentials
Towels, bed sheets, soap, and toilet paper
• Hangers
• Bed linens
Cotton Amazon Basics linens
• Extra pillows and blankets
• Drying rack for clothing
• Clothing storage: closet
Entertainment
• INTERNET 5G
• 72" HDTV smart TV with Netflix, Amazon Prime Video
• Books and reading material
Family
• Board games
Heating and cooling
• Indoor fireplace: wood-burning
• Ceiling fans
• Radiant heating
Home safety
• Smoke alarms
• Carbon monoxide alarms
• Fire extinguishers, Fire blankets
• First aid kit
Internet and office
• Wifi 5G 30 Mbps download speeds
Verified by speed test. Stream videos and join video calls.
• Dedicated workspace
In a common space with table
Kitchen and dining
• Kitchen
Space where guests can cook their own meals
• GE refrigerator
• Cooking basics
Pots and pans, oil, salt, pepper, spices
• Dishes and silverware
Bowls, chopsticks, plates, cups, etc.
• Mini fridge
• Dishwasher
• Electric stove
• Hot water kettle
• Coffee maker: drip coffee maker Nespresso
• Wine glasses
• Toaster
• Baking sheet
• Barbecue utensils
• Dining table
Location features
• Waterfront
Right next to a body of water
• Lake access
Guests can get to a lake using a path or dock
• Private entrance
Separate street or building entrance
Outdoor
• Private patio or balcony
• Private backyard – Not fenced
An open space on the property usually covered in grass and plants
• Fire pit
• Outdoor furniture
• Outdoor dining area
• BBQ grill: propane gas
• Kayaks, canoe, sup
Parking and facilities
• Free driveway parking on premises – 6 spaces
Services
• Pets allowed
Assistance animals are always allowed
• Self check-in
• Keypad Check yourself into the home with a door code
Pinecrest on the Lake’s Guidebook
Abbey Gardens
Algonquin Outfitters - Haliburton
Barnum Creek Nature Reserve
Beautiful hike around Barnum Creek. Minutes away from Pinecrest on the Lake!
Haliburton County Rail Trail
Beautiful trails. More to be found here: https://myhaliburtonhighlands.com/hiking-trails/
Haliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve
Enjoy breathtaking views on this 3.5 to 4 hour Canopy Tour. Your guide will take you on an adventure in 4 parts: 1. A scenic drive through the private forest 2. Paddle a canoe across a wilderness lake 3. A guided walk along the Pelaw River Rapids 4. The Canopy Tour itself, among the treetops. At 10-20 meters above the ground, walk through the treetops and see beautiful views of Haliburton Forest from above. At over half a kilometer long (the longest canopy boardwalk of its kind in the world), you’ll be sure to see more spectacular views.
Kashagawigamog Lake
Excellent lake for canoeing, paddleboarding, fishing (ice fishing, xcountry skiiing and sbowshoeing!), boating, etc.!
Sir Sam's Ski / Ride
20-minute drive to downhill skiing!
Boshkung Brewing Co.
Awesome lakeside, quaint brewery!
Haliburton Highlands Brewing
Good beer & friendly service!
McKeck's-Tap and Grill
Friendly local pub with good food and cozy vibe!
Rhubarb
Delicious meals and beautiful restaurant!
Hook Line & Sinker
Great food, patio, vibe, and cocktails. You can boat to it!
Juna, an upscale Italian restaurant located at 210 Highland Street in Haliburton.
Haliburton Sculpture Forest
The Haliburton Sculpture Forest, in Glebe Park near the village of Haliburton, is a unique outdoor collection of sculptures by Canadian and international artists. The trails in the Sculpture Forest—for walking and bike riding in spring, summer and fall and skiing in the winter—provide changing perspectives of the forest and the sculptures in each of the seasons. The Sculpture Forest experience, which is unstructured and unscripted, is ideal for families looking for an interesting outing, for those who enjoy outdoor trails, and for people looking for a unique artistic experience.
Rails End Gallery & Arts Centre
Located in Haliburton's landmark rail station, we present contemporary Canadian art, craft and music by regional Artists.
My Haliburton Highlands
A great resource for trails and activities: https://myhaliburtonhighlands.com/
https://myhaliburtonhighlands.com/
