Tranquil Ausable River Cottage - A Family Retreat | Cottage in Port Franks

9.6 (14 Reviews) |   4 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  10 Guests
Port Franks Cottage | Tranquil Ausable River Cottage - A Family Retreat

4 Bedroom Cottage in Port Franks

Experience serenity and seclusion at this fully renovated cottage on the Ausable River, a private family retreat sleeping 10 across 4 bedrooms. Tucked away just 5 minutes from the amazing Port Franks private beach—exclusive to the area’s guests—and scenic hiking trails, this bright, modern haven offers unmatched privacy. Relax in the master with en-suite, bunkbeds for kids, or the basement with queens and twins. Unwind in the brand-new cedar wood-burning sauna, refresh in the cold plunge tub, or rinse off in the outdoor shower. Enjoy two indoor fireplaces, a hot tub, and a two-tier deck with a heated Lookout featuring a TV—perfect for stargazing or movie nights. Kayak the river (6 kayaks and life vests included), dock your boat, or explore trails by foot, rented bikes, or an amazing golf cart. Grill on the deck with BBQ, gather by the fire pit, and cook in the spacious eat-in kitchen. A Bunkie with futon and cots available (must bring own sleeping bags) adds extra space.
Other Details to note-
20 minute drive to Grand Bend. The property is a short walk to the beach or nature trails.
Must provide own beach towels & toiletries.
Private dock optional (extra cost)
No indoor pets—owner allergies
*Additional Options*
- Fire Wood - 1/3 Cord of Wood - $150
- Boating Dock - $150
- EV Golf Cart Rental Use - $500 per stay - 4 Seater
- Bike Rental per stay - $60/bike - up to 5 bikes available

Tranquil Ausable River Cottage - A Family Retreat is located in Port Franks. Tranquil Ausable River Cottage - A Family Retreat provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Kitchen, among other amenities. This Cottage features Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Kitchen, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Tranquil Ausable River Cottage - A Family Retreat has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 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 Port Franks has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Port Franks, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • 2+ bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
Bedroom
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Dining room
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Stovetop
  • Blender
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
Entertainment
  • Foosball table
  • Smart TV
General
  • Printer
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Charcoal grill
  • Dock
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Spa
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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

Reviews

Sarah L.
Jul 29, 2025 07:53:56 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Our intergenerational group had a great time enjoying the lovely indoor & outdoor spaces. I had worried that using kayaks might involve a slog through shrubbery and mosquitoes, but it was all good. There's a nice walkway to the kayak launch point, and some of us enjoyed kayaking out to lovely Port Franks beach and meeting up with others in our group for a beach day. We enjoyed making smores on the fire table each night, and the hot tub was lovely. A few things, just to let folks know who are trying to discern how their group will best fit with the space: stairways up and down are a bit steep with no handrail - no problem for most in our party. There is no bathroom downstairs, so our basement dwellers used the main floor bathroom, and used the shower upstairs when needed. Cold-lovers will like the well-AC'd basement more than the upstairs, which in July was a bit warm for a few of us, but there are ceiling fans. We appreciated the washer and dryer, and spacious, well-stocked kitchen (garbage bags, paper towels, basic spices, great dishes, pans.). The bunkie has electricity & wifi extender, and unless super hot, would be a great space for overflow or those who prefer their own space (and don't mind walking 20m to the house for bathroom). There's a table for 8 plus great seating outside. Kitchen is perfect for cooking and serving buffet style. Thermostat gave CO2 warning, but likely just over-sensitive (we reported this). Overall, a wonderful stay!
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