Private Lakefront Cottage in Bancroft – Peaceful Retreat on Batelle/Rock Lake | Cottage in L'Amable
4 Bedroom Cottage in Bancroft, L'Amable
Ready to relax, reconnect, and experience the beauty of Bancroft? Book your stay at Batelle Lake Retreat today and enjoy private lakefront living, peaceful views, endless outdoor adventure, and cozy indoor comfort. Whether you're planning a friends’ getaway, a romantic escape, or a family retreat, this waterfront haven has everything you need for an unforgettable stay. Reserve your dates now—your perfect lakeside getaway is waiting.
Escape to Batelle (Rock) Lake Retreat, a private lakefront cottage in Bancroft offering stunning waterfront views, deep-water swimming, and peaceful non-motorized lake access. This spacious four-bedroom home is perfect for friends’ getaways, family vacations, couples retreats, and small group escapes, comfortably sleeping up to 8 adults with additional lounge-sleeping options.
Enjoy canoeing, pedal boating, kayaking, fishing, and relaxing on the private dock, or unwind indoors with a large theater room, foosball table, wood-burning stove, and board games. Located just 10 minutes from downtown Bancroft and close to Silent Lake, Eagle’s Nest, and Algonquin Provincial Park, this four-season retreat is ideal for outdoor adventure or cozy relaxation.
Fully stocked kitchen, linens, firewood, Wi-Fi, propane BBQ, and on-site laundry are all provided—just arrive and enjoy your perfect lakeside getaway.
Why You’ll Love This Rental
Private, Non-Motorized Lake – Enjoy peaceful, safe, and clean deep-water swimming with no speedboats or noise. Perfect for paddle boarding, canoeing, and floating in total tranquility.
Ideal for Groups & Retreats – With four queen bedrooms, extra sleeping space, and multiple living areas, it’s perfect for friends’ weekends, couples’ escapes, family vacations, or team retreats.
The Ultimate Rain-Day Setup – A full theater room, foosball, board games, books, satellite TV, and cozy wood stove make it just as fun indoors as outdoors.
Close to Everything, Yet Completely Private – Only 10 minutes to Bancroft for groceries, LCBO, restaurants, and coffee shops, but tucked away enough to feel like your own lakeside sanctuary.
Nature Lover’s Dream – Minutes from Silent Lake, Eagle’s Nest Lookout, and Algonquin Park, offering some of Ontario’s best hiking, paddling, and wildlife viewing.
Perfect in Every Season – Summer swimming, fall foliage, winter coziness by the fire, and spring lake views — it’s a true four-season retreat.
Fully Stocked & Ready to Enjoy – From kitchen supplies to firewood, from water toys to entertainment options, everything is ready for your getaway the moment you walk in.
The Space
We’ve curated the home for comfort, convenience, and relaxation—perfect for longer stays or weekend escapes.
Amenities include:
Fully equipped kitchen (pots, pans, small appliances, dishes, cutlery)
Fresh linens and duets, pillows, blankets & towels
Dish soap, laundry detergent, toilet paper, paper towels
Air conditioning (summer) & propane heating (winter)
Wood-burning stove with firewood provided
On-site laundry
Propane BBQ
High-speed Wi-Fi
Satellite TV & flat-screen TV
Large theater room with HD projector & 200+ movies
Foosball table
Board games & a multi-age book library
Whether you’re planning a relaxing lakefront escape, an outdoor adventure weekend, or a cozy indoor retreat, you’re fully covered.
Sleeping Arrangements
Bedroom 1: Queen bed
Bedroom 2: Queen bed
Bedroom 3: Double bed
Bedroom 4: Double bed
Entertainment Room: Sofa bed & futon
Ideal for groups up to 8 adults.
Location Highlights
Our retreat is close to some of the most scenic natural attractions in Ontario:
Grail Spring Spa - 5 minutes
Silent Lake Provincial Park – 15 minutes
Kawartha Ice Cream Shop - 12 minutes
Eagle’s Nest Lookout – 15 minutes
Algonquin Provincial Park – 30 minutes
The town of Bancroft is only 10 minutes away with grocery stores, LCBO, cafés, restaurants, and a local microbrewery.
Outdoor Features
Private dock
Deep-water swimming (calm & safe—no motorboats)
Skating rink in the winter
Canoe, pedal boat, and water toys (use at your own risk)
Fishing from the dock
Peaceful, clean, and quiet lake surrounded by nature
Perfect for paddle boarding, kayaking, canoeing, stargazing, campfires, and sunrise coffee by the water.
Indoor Entertainment
Large theater room (HD projector + big movie library)
Foosball table
Board games
Childrns play area
Satellite TV & flat-screen
Cozy living room with wood fireplace & Spotify music
Perfect for rainy days, winter escapes, girls’ weekends, and group movie nights.
Guest Access
Guests have full access to the home, property, waterfront, and all amenities.
Any private cupboards or storage areas will be clearly labeled.
Additional Info
Groceries, liquor store, restaurants, and drugstores are 10 minutes away
Private Lakefront Cottage in Bancroft – Peaceful Retreat on Batelle/Rock Lake is located in Bancroft. Private Lakefront Cottage in Bancroft – Peaceful Retreat on Batelle/Rock Lake provides accommodation, featuring Kitchen, Pet Friendly, Security/Safety, among other amenities. This Cottage features Kitchen, Pet Friendly, Security/Safety, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Private Lakefront Cottage in Bancroft – Peaceful Retreat on Batelle/Rock Lake has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Bancroft has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Bancroft, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Air conditioning
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Heating
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Bathtub or shower
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Shampoo
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2 bathrooms
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Towels provided
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Soap
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Hair dryer
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Toilet paper
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Eco-friendly toiletries
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Bed sheets provided
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4 bedrooms
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Dining table
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Dining room
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Wood stove
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Fireplace
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Living room
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Microwave
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Kitchen island
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Refrigerator
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Paper towels
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Blender
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Electric kettle
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Stovetop
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Oven
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Dishwasher
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Laundry facilities
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Washing machine and dryer
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Beach sun loungers
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Beach towels
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Onsite parking
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Welcoming dogs only
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Pet friendly
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1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
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Hardwood flooring in public areas
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Tile flooring in public areas
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2 stairs to reach property
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Smoke-free property
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Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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No elevators
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Area rugs in public areas
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Well-lit path to entrance
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Cycling nearby
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Hiking nearby
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Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Bicycle on site
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Water sports equipment
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Boat on site
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Kayak on site
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DVD player
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Books
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Smart TV with cable/satellite service
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Games
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Arcade/game room
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Video games
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Stereo
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Foosball table
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Video library
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Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)
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Comprehensive food waste policy
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Recycling
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Composting
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Comprehensive recycling policy
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At least 80% lighting from LEDs
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Greek
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English
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German
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Children's books
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Highchair
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Children's games
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Travel crib
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Children's dinnerware
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Children's toys
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Iron/ironing board
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Housekeeping (on request)
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Free WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
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Firepit
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Patio
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Outdoor furniture
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation this property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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