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Kayak Cove - Tobermory Retreat

Beachfront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Nestled in the heart of Northern Bruce Peninsula, Whispering Waves offers a serene retreat with direct water access to Lake Huron. Unwind on the upper deck, enjoy al fresco dining against the backdrop of your private swimming lagoon or cozy up by the wood-burning fireplace in our cinema room.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82068 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • 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.

Kayak Cove - Tobermory Retreat

Beachfront cottage with kitchen and balcony
This smoke-free cottage features laundry facilities and barbecues. The cottage has 4 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a balcony. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

This Northern Bruce Peninsula cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include offices, desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,068 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Tobermory, ON

What's nearby

  • Boardwalk Loop Trail Trailhead - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Bruce Peninsula National Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Cyprus Lake - 11 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Big Tub Lighthouse - 18 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Georgian Bay - 27 min drive - 11.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacomory - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Little Tub Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • Lone Wolf Fish & Chips
  • ‪Dude Bro Potato - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Castaways - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kayak Cove - Tobermory Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kayak Cove - Tobermory Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kayak Cove - Tobermory Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kayak Cove - Tobermory Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kayak Cove - Tobermory Retreat located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Huron and Boardwalk Loop Trail Trailhead. Bruce Peninsula National Park is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

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Kayak Cove - Tobermory Retreat Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Muhammad R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A good cottage to explore TobermoryOnly issue is… lots of mosquitoes
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

David

Amazing property and location. Easy drive to Tobermory and Bruce Peninsula National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Derk J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Photographers in Heaven

Beautiful property right on the lake and proximity to many local sights we went to photograph. The bbq was a little small for our group of six and oven mitts would have been handy but otherwise it came equiped with everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Grace U.

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

Early May Kayak Cove Stay

Ample parking, bright family area, spacious kitchen ample bedrooms. Having 2.5 baths make it easier for the whole family or groups of 5 to share the space with ease.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The team from grey bruce were super helpfull and nice. Answered all my questions promptly. I was disappointed in the shape we found the house in. Felt dirty and run down. We had a great time and the location is amazing, but for 2500 dollars for 3 nights I expected more. Its a nice cottage with a probably great history but the overall feel from the start was this place needs work done. Empty nails in the walls dirty doors a railing thatwas wobbly on the back deck just made me think about what this place could look like when someone cares about it. Even though we had a great stay I probably wouldnt come back. The price was to high for what it was.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

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

We truly enjoyed Whispering Waves!

It was a wonderful, idyllic and rejuvenating stay! I would highly recommend to anyone!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Akshay K.

Wonderful memories made.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Whispering Waves. While the property and amenities were great, it was the quick responses and actions by the Grey Bruce team that really felt like we had concierge type service for our entire stay. Can't wait to be back!
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8/10 Good

Brian B.

Rustic cottage

Overall a great vacation. We appreciated you getting us the lights. The issue was the mildew smell in the basement that made its way throughout the house when we first arrived. It would be nice to have lamps in the bedrooms and living rooms. The place felt well used and dingy. We thought the kitchen was well equipped and the patio off the kitchen was great for meals. Also loved the fire pit.
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2/10 Terrible

Garin

Misleading Listing – Poor Interior Condition Despite Great Location

We stayed at the cottage at 214 Dorcas Bay Road from July 16th to July 19th as a group of nine guests. While the location is scenic and peaceful, the actual condition of the cottage was far from what the listing photos and previous reviews portrayed. Here are the issues we encountered: There are two main washrooms, but one had no working lights, making it nearly unusable. With nine guests, we were left sharing a single main washroom and a small powder room. Most electrical outlets in the bedrooms and living area were non-functional, forcing everyone to rely on just a couple of working outlets throughout the cottage. The basement staircase was unstable and wobbly, posing a serious safety hazard — especially for children and seniors. Several of the steps appeared damaged. When we arrived, we found water spilled across the basement hallway floor, and none of the outlets in the basement were working. There was only one working flycatcher in the house — another one was broken. Worse, there was no proper insulation to prevent flies, mosquitoes, and bugs from entering, which became a constant issue during our stay. We tried contacting the property manager multiple times, but our calls went straight to voicemail. We eventually reached them via email. Although we were advised to switch the breakers, the issues persisted. These problems — especially the non-functioning washroom and widespread electrical failures — significantly impacted our comfort and experience. It’s disappointing that none of these issues were disclosed beforehand, and overall, the listing felt highly misleading. We hope this review helps future renters make an informed decision. The location is beautiful, but unless these issues are properly addressed, we cannot recommend this property.

4/10 Poor

Ci C.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Ju Y.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhena E.

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

Amazing cottage

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

XIAONI

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023