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Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cabin

Beachfront cottage for sun and fun

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Nestled on the shores of the Detroit River, this charming cottage offers a serene getaway. With a private sand spit, BBQ on the deck, and hammock for reading under sunny skies or stargazing at night. Take advantage of its proximity to downtown Amherstburg for an added layer of adventure.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 4800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cabin

Beachfront cottage for sun and fun
This smoke-free cottage features a garden and barbecues. The cottage boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and a patio. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a fridge and a microwave, and other amenities include a stovetop and a coffee/tea maker.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Playpen, travel high chair, etc. avail on request

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Drifted Riverfront
Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cottage Cottage
Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cottage Amherstburg
Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cottage Cottage Amherstburg

About the area

Map
Amherstburg, ON

What's nearby

  • Gordon House - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Navy Yard Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Essex County Library - Amherstburg Branch - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Bailey's Beach - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Fort Malden National Historic Site - 4 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Windsor Station - 35 min drive
  • Windsor, ON (YQG) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The O - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beavertails - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cabin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cabin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cabin located?

Nestled on the beach, this Amherstburg cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of White Sands, Bailey's Beach and Gordon House. Lake Erie and Toddy Jones Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cabin Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 119 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rick L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property is excellent brought our dog this time everything went fine. Have stayed here before several times enjoy the quick getaway. Will return in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little cottage

Cozy cottage with lots of privacy. Nice sandy beach. It had everything we needed from coffee to kitchen items and the bed was super comfy. View was amazing. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aron C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 4th year I'm a row at this cute little cottage and it's the highlight of our summer every time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I came for our anniversary, and had the best time! I was sad to leave and already want to book another stay. It was perfect for a couple - the beach and the water were probably our favourite part. Our hosts really thought of everything. We had everything we needed in the kitchen, for the barbecue, the campfire, lots of towels, a radio and a speaker, games; all we really needed to bring was clothing, our toothbrushes and some food!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Oasis

We had such a wonderful time at our stay in Amherstburg. It is a great location, cute little cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aron C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We love this place!

This was our 3rd visit to Drifted Inn, and we booked our 4th while we were there. It's a beautiful little place, the beach is perfect for our son and it's close enough to town to get anything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jeff F.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to get away

It was great watching boats and fishing from the cottage. Clean and had all we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved this place. Beautiful views from the deck. We hope to be back again next summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot for a relaxing getaway

This place was great for a nice relaxing weekend. The view of the river was very tranquil and was exactly what we were looking for. We enjoyed the property thoroughly. The property is as advertised. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Truly a slice of paradise.

A really incredible place with an excellent location and a truly beautiful and unique experience. Hoping to come back and explore even more local areas soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection

Another restful stay at this beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John K., Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer sunset over the river

Perfect stay for 2+ a dog. Easy access to town and local wineries. Spent every night watching the sunset.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Awesome spot! Was everything i hoped it would be
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cute cozy and quiet

A+
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Family Weekend

We loved your riverfront cottage! It was perfect for a weekend away and relaxing. The girls built sand castles and played in the water, my husband fished, and I relaxed in the hammock. We enjoyed the town and the riverfront walk and shops as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Justina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Staycation EVER

Just absolutely perfect for what hubby and I needed. Megan was very responsive, the cottage was as perfect as it could have been. Scenery was great, Tim’s just a skip away, comfortable bed and lunging furniture - I claimed the chair by the fire all weekend. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

giorgio g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A peaceful getaway

Tranquil and hassle-free. Just the place to unwind and recharge
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

We loved it !!

What a awesome place to spend a vacation very clean everything you need to enjoy and relax will for sure go back to have that expierence again. Thanks so much Megan & Greg
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Aron C., Toronto, Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another excellent stay

This was our second year staying at the Drifted Inn, and it was another wonderful time for our family. As always, the cottage is clean, cozy and comfortable. We had beautiful weather all week which let us take advantage of dinners on the deck, lots of fun on the little private beach, and beautiful sunset views. Thank you for another wonderful summer getaway. We have already booked for next year, and can't wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we wanted

Quiet place on the lake. Beautiful sunsets. The porch/deck was our absolute favorite place to be, morning and evening especially. Cozy little place, but its all we needed. We will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hadi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oh 👌 wows

can't say enough about the cabin, its beautifully on Detrroit river, Megan was excellent 👏 thanks so much
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nelson B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

My wife and I stayed here for 5 nights and it was fantastic.It was very clean and had everything that you would need .We enjoyed siting on the patio or just relaxing in the hammock.We went to shooters twice for dinner.It was just a couple minute drive from the cottage The food was awesome and the waitresses were super friendly.highly recommend this cottage and shooters.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole K., Hamilton, ON

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing little gem

This was our second time staying, and we had yet another wonderful stay! We love the little town of Amherstburg, and this cottage is the perfect location. Watching the ships is always a favourite, but the closeness to multiple nature areas is a bonus as well. We were able to enjoy some bird watching at Point Pelee and Holiday Beach. The cottage is kept very clean, the bed is really comfy, and the kitchen was super well stocked! We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Arden H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice weekend!

Cottage was adorable and essentials were well stocked. Easy check-in and the nights were very quiet. Sunsets on patio were gorgeous and it was great to watch the big boats go by on their way to Detroit. We also loved walking around Amherstburg, such a cute historic downtown. Little bit of confusion on the check out time and the water had a bit too much seaweed to swim, but would recommend the cottage to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Yuriy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I liked everything!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022