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Rustic Summer Getaway w/ Private Sandy Beach - Balm Beach

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R n R Retreat
Sunset
path to beach
Beach right across the street
path to cabin
Reviews
8.8 out of 10 Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 453 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

Map
Balm Beach, ON
  • Popular LocationJackson Beach Park16 min walk
  • Popular LocationCawaja Beach9 min drive
  • Popular LocationWahnekewaning Beach11 min drive
  • AirportBarrie, ON (YLK-Lake Simcoe Regional)55 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Rustic Summer Getaway w/ Private Sandy Beach - Balm Beach

With a private beah across the street, RnR is a basic, cabin with a double and twin bed in one bedroom and a queen bed in the other. There is a full eat-in kitchen, a living room and a private deck with barbecue. The bathroom is a three-piece bathroom with toilet, vanity sink, and a basic aluminum shower.
This is not a luxury rental and the price is reflective of your access across the street to the beautiful private sandy beach that is shared exclusively with other renters and family.
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NOTE:
1. The property is on a well so you must bring your own water.
2. Terrain around the property and on the beach is natural and uneven and so is unsuitable for those with wheel chairs or mobility issues
3. You must bring your own linens and towels
4. No visitors permitted without prior approval
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R n R Retreat is part of a compound known as Tondakea Lodge & Cabins. The compound consists of three 2 bedroom cabins, one 4 bedroom house, and one 2 bedroom house; all bookable through VRBO (See bottom of this description). Located across the street from our private beach, at the edge of a 27 acre forest, it once was the home and school of Franz Johnston, of the Group of Seven artists, and later became a resort in the 50s. Although updates have been made over the years the buildings still retain their original charm and rustic feel.
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Enjoy long walks through the forest, go for a swim in the crystal clear waters of Georgian Bay, or take a 10-15 min walk along the water to Balm Beach. At Balm Beach you have access to the connivence store/LCBO , Balm Beach Go-Karts, Mini Golf, The Surf Family Restaurant, The Balm Beach Bar & Smokehouse and the Georgian Grill & Family Arcade
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Other Properties on our compound: 884008 (Doctor's House), 884009 (R n R Retreat), 884013 (Ole Cozy), and 884011 (Sky House), 9713676 (Chateau)

Property manager

Jeffry Fruitman

Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only
licence plate of your vehicle (max 1) must be provided in advance. Registered guests only; no visitors allowed at rental or on the beach
Remember to bring your own bed linens and towels.
No bonfires allowed for liability reasons.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Tiny

Located in Tiny, this cabin is near the beach. Brooklea Golf and Country Club and Midland Golf and Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Huron and Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre. Traveling with kids? Consider Wasaga Beach Paintball and Wasaga 500 Go Karts. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Balm Beach, ON

What's nearby

  • Jackson Beach Park - 16 min walk
  • Cawaja Beach - 9 min drive
  • Wahnekewaning Beach - 11 min drive
  • Midland Golf and Country Club - 12 min drive
  • Wasaga Beach Provincial Park - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons - 12 min drive
  • Harvey's - 12 min drive
  • A&W Restaurant - 11 min drive
  • Georgian Grill - 17 min walk
  • Minji's - 12 min drive

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 44 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily N., Toronto, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our favourite beach getaway
This was our third year staying here and it was fantastic as always! We love the private beach and the cabin is the perfect secluded getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rana Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
RNR Tiny Beach Retreat
Third year staying at the cabin and enjoyed it just as much as the first two. Owners have always been pleasant and communicative and super helpful. If you’re looking for an escape from the city, to a simple dwelling with a beautiful beach where you can reconnect with the family this is the place! The cabin is the perfect size for my teen children and my partner and I. BBQ every night and enjoy the nature surrounding the cabin. Love this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Dimple V.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Rusty not Rustic and overpriced
The property is very old and rickety and looked like it had not been cleaned or maintained in over 50 years. The patio was full of bugs webs and the patio table was very dirty. The entire property was covered with bugs and webs inside and out. Although it’s called R&R retreat, I felt like I came in to open the cottage for the first time this summer. I cleaned for half a day. The shower leaked the whole time and the water was all over the floor creating a mess and slipping hazard. The shower head is rusted and would not turn and the shower curtains could not possibly hold the water in. The linoleum floor is old and peeling. The shower is extremely small with no room to move and shower properly. The bathroom has an old boiler in plain sight. The property is also leaning to one side and very old and smelled old and dusty. The furniture is ancient. The windows have no proper function and screens are busted allowing in bugs. There were no black out curtains for any of the bedrooms so we had to hang towels for privacy. The cottage is extremely run down and has no charm whatsoever and in desperate need of attention. Sadly this is the worst cottage we have stayed at and truly lives up to a cottage nightmare straight from a horror story. A complete renovation is necessary. I feel like we overpaid for our stay, a stay well below any reasonable standards. Owner refused to issue any form or refund or compensation. Beach was the nicest part, no complaints there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best location and comfortable accommodations
A great rustic cabin in the Woodsfield. Very comfortable beds and good amenities. I definitely want to go back, I love the place. The beach was just outstanding. Great location restaurants nearby grocery stores nearby. Easy in and out procedures.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Back for a second time
This is our second year returning to this property and we will likely make it a tradition! The cottage has all the necessities for a great stay. The private beach is the best part about this spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jeffry Fruitman

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