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Joy's Chalet - Hottub, Lake, and Cliff

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Property grounds
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire chalet

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Joy's Chalet - Hottub, Lake, and Cliff

CITQ number - 304552

A unique property with 6 person hot tub, gorgeous views, lake, and a beautiful wooden chalet !! Located just 55 minutes from Ottawa downtown you can find this hidden gem with lots of nature and privacy.

One side you have the cliff and other side you have the lake !

The space
Inside you will find wonderful wooden interior with rustic feel. A large king size bedroom with gorgeous views from the attic, On the main floor you will have main wash, a bedroom, living space, kitchen, and dinning table for 6.

P.S:- The couch in living room is sofa - bed ;)

Also,
Outdoor fire pit for those marshmallows while enjoying the hammock
Indoor fireplace for cozy evenings
Board Games
1 canoe with safety jackets
65 inch LED TV
UE Boombox Bluetooth speaker

******There is a internal road passing next to the dock. This is private road and you might have only 1 - 2 car passing by in a day.******

*******Boat launch is 3 minutes drive from the cottage on 307N.********

*******The bay/lake at the cottage is weedy and not everyone would find it suitable for swimming.********

Property manager

Harsh

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

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

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 Registration Number 2025-05-31, 304552

Property is also known as

Joy's Hottub, Lake, And Cliff
Joy's Chalet Hottub Lake Trailer Cottage
Joy's Chalet - Hottub, Lake, and Cliff Chalet
Joy's Chalet - Hottub, Lake, and Cliff Bowman
Joy's Chalet - Hottub, Lake, and Cliff Chalet Bowman

About the area

Map
bowman, QC

What's nearby

  • Sommet Edelweiss - 37 min drive
  • Casino du Lac Leamy - 55 min drive
  • Nordik Spa-Nature - 55 min drive
  • Mont Ste Marie - 55 min drive
  • Parliament Hill - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Grill 309 - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Casse-Croute Chez Paul - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Charlot Bistro - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Resto du Lac Vert - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Resto-Bar Chez Stef - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Joy's Chalet - Hottub, Lake, and Cliff pet-friendly?

Yes, this chalet allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Joy's Chalet - Hottub, Lake, and Cliff?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Joy's Chalet - Hottub, Lake, and Cliff?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Joy's Chalet - Hottub, Lake, and Cliff located?

Situated on the waterfront, this chalet is 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from Papineau-Labelle Wildlife Reserve and within 20 miles (32 km) of Andre Michaux Ecological Reserve and Île Verte. Lafleche Aerial Park and Mont Ste Marie are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Joy's Chalet - Hottub, Lake, and Cliff Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Megan E.

Nice getaway close to Ottawa.
My partner and I had a nice stay at Joys Chalet. The location was great and convenient from Ottawa, the property had all the amenities we needed, and is a beautiful cottage for a couple to stay at. We did have some minor concerns with cleanliness around at the property including the bathmat being wet when we arrived and the many of the dishes & cutlery had food debris on them. The hot tub was our biggest concern as it had a lot of dirt at the bottom as well as a yellow film around the whole tub. Inside the property was very dog friendly but outdoors could have also used a tidy up. There were some shingles and broken items on the grounds, and lots of old items under the deck which made me worried about my dog running around that he may step on something and get hurt. Overall, we really enjoyed our time at the chalet but wish it had been given a more thorough clean inside and out.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Couple of Nights Away
My husband and I stayed for 2 nights over this past weekend. Joy's Chalet provided everything we hoped to get from our time away. It's an hour or so from downtown Ottawa, We got to bring our doggo which was wonderful! Communication with the host was 10/10. Chalet was as described. Check in a breeze. Beds were comfortable, lots of spare blankets and pillows. Chalet was perfectly clean. Everything worked as expected, no issues with anything in the kitchen and the hot tub was in perfect working order. Lots of hot water. TV and WIFI worked perfectly. The only thing I will mention to look out for is outside, needs a bit of maintenance on the steps at the lower deck. We almost took a tumble a couple of times on loose stairs. And bring bug spray! The host had this listed in the description and they were not kidding.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Cozy Getaway
Property wasn't far from Ottawa, gorgeous location overlooking the lake. Amenities were excellent, location was clean and comfortable. Host was super responsive to quickly help when we had questions. Perfect place for a romantic winter getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katt H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing hidden gem
I really wasn’t going to write a review because this was such an amazing hidden gem that I just want to keep it to myself haha my husband and I came here for our wedding anniversary with our pup and when I tell you we were ready to stay forever I mean it. It was perfect and had everything you”d hope for in such a location. The property was clean and welcoming. The host was very nice and easy to work with. The view is so relaxing, we spent most of our vacation outside by the fire and just admiring the view. My husband and I will most definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fraser M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
My wife and I booked this property to get away from the city and enjoy a relaxing fall getaway. Joy's Chalet was perfect for what we were looking for. The chalet was clean and well set-up, the property is gorgeous and secluded. We would absolutely visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quiet place - well equipped
The cottage was nicely equipped and we enjoyed paddling through the tunnel into the larger lake and hiking at Foret Bowman (although finding the entrance wasn't easy so download maps before you go). The host was very responsive
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marija C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly as described
The cottage was great and the amenities were exactly as described. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. As warned the lake/dock was weedy so we opted to go swimming with our 19month toddler at the boat launch that was a 2 minute drive down the road. If you go with a toddler, I would bring two baby gates to help deal with the big stair case and the patio which has a drop as shown in the photos.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Josh M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great weekend getaway
We had a great stay at Joy’s Chalet. A very relaxin and quaint cottage, perfect for a weekend away from the city. The fishing was exceptional and the hot tub was a great addition. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesse A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Spot !
Joy's cabin was a perfect place for a winter getaway with friends. Big enough for 2 couples and pets for a period of time with excellent amenities. It really was excellent to find a place this nice that allows pets and I was happy to have the equipment available to do a mid stay clean as well. For a group staying as long as we did it in winter it became a bit pricey buying bundled wood from the local corner stores and deps, much of which was poor quality softwood that didn't give much heat or last long in the stove. It would be nice if perhaps Harsh considered buying in a couple cords per winter and charged a fee to his guests for use beyond a certain minimum - but that's a small complaint. All in all it was a lovely place to stay, just far enough out of the way to truly relax, quiet and surrounded by woods and lakes. We would definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Queenie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A joyful vacation at Joy's Chalet
Joy's Chalet is a beautiful cottage with cozy decoration and well equipped kitchen. It also has good outdoor seatings and facilities (hot tub, fireplace, etc). The chalet is nicely located in front of a hill and sheltered by trees, so it remained naturally cool and comfortable even on hot summer days. The view of Baie d'Albert is amazing, and it is possible to see a partial sunrise from the bed. Baie d'Albert is calm and quiet, perfect for some relaxing water activities. When we want to explore more, the fun and large Recevoir d'Escalier is just a tunnel away. The host is amazing and thoughtful... they installed washer and dryer for us because we stayed long. We highly recommend this cottage for a family vacation!
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caesar D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Cottage
Enjoyed a 4 night stay here. Property is located at the end of a back bay. The bay itself was weedy, good for easy fishing but not so great for swimming. Paddled thru the culvert to get to the other side of the reservoir and did some swimming there. Good size kitchen and eating area, nice setup outside including the hot tub. Beds were very comfortable and we all were able to get a good nights sleep. Overall had a great stay, no real complaints.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kayla S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing getaway
Had a great time staying here. Everything was as advertised and very private and relaxing. Definitely would book again :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louis L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get away
My spouse and I stayed at this magical cottage for 3 days. The cottage was perfect for us and is perfect for 4 people. Host was really quick while responding and gave a great manual for guests. For people that likes hikes, there is a nice hike really close of the cottage of 5km (Bowman Forest Trail) and we have ordered from the Restaurant Chez Renaud which was great. Totally recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Devyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and cozy
The cabin life experience was great and needed ! The nature there is outstanding and very therapeutic. It was the perfect fresh of breath air I needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Hilary

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As advertised, nice little getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Stephen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
September visit
The cottage was as advertised and had everything we needed. Hot water was plentiful. Big TV was a nice plus with good selection of streaming networks. Hot tub was clean and a nice plus. Bed was comfortable. Only disappointment was around the dock where it was very weedy and left us not wanting to go in for a swim. Quite a bit of junk around the yard but I would assume it will be gradually cleaned up. Host was quick to respond. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

daniel b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Again!
This was our second stay here and it was every bit as good as the first. Perfect, quiet, private get-away spot. It's exactly as advertised and pictured. The hosts are excellent to deal with and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Alexandra P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Host!
Harsh was very responsive and very accommodating! They even let us know we could check in early! The booking also comes with a very detailed PDF Welcome Book. The cottage was nice and had everything we needed for 4 adults. The hot tub was our favorite part, as the weather wasn't great. We did not go swimming due to the weather, but there seemed to be seaweed around the dock. We had a lovely time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

daniel b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay!
We had a fantastic few days at Joy's Chalet. The Cottage is an easy and pleasant one hour drive from Ottawa. It's located in a calm and quiet little bay off the main lake. The cabin has lots of windows providing plenty of fresh air and beautiful views looking down on the water. It opens onto a large deck also with great views and access to a sparkling clean hot tub. The cottage was well furnished and fully equipped with everything we needed including a modern and full kitchen. There is a very comfortable separate trailer for larger groups that came in handy for us as we were three couples. Our hosts were extremely accommodating and super easy to communicate with. Responses were almost immediate and they did everything to make sure we were happy. If you're looking for a nice quiet, private getaway, yet still close to the city, this is perfect. (In fact, we liked it so much we've already booked it again!)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Laurence T.

Very peaceful and quiet but no AC
Very peaceful and quiet with a nice view of the lake. The perfect place if you want to relax. The cottage doesn’t have AC which made our stay a little uncomfortable despite the fans provided by the host. The place needs a little sprucing. Newer linens and towels for instance. As well as a new/clean shower mat and the decks need better maintenance/repair. Overall we enjoyed our stay. It allowed us to spend quality time as a family. The outside setting is very nice with the hammock and fire pit. I enjoyed drinking my morning coffee on the dock by the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Maxime C.

Chalet
Le chalet est bien mais a besoin ee beaucoup damour linterieur est le plus propre mise a par des problemes de petites fourmis . La propriété des lits et serviette etait bien mais beaucoup de poussiere toile d'araignée pas tres bien nettoyé. Le terrain sur les photos semblais tres bien mais lorsque nous sommes arrivés setais plein de haute mauvais herbe le patio est pourris partout le bbq ne fonctionnais pas mais lhote a ete aimable et nous a fait parvenir un bbq neufe le tout etais bien mais vraiment pas comme les photos le lont laissé paraitre.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie-France

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sylvie R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Très frustrant et décevant
Le chalet annonce 3 chambres et il n'y a que 2 chambres. Lorsque nous avons constaté cela nous avons communiqué avec la propriétaire qui nous a répondu que la 3e chambre était dans le camper à l'extérieur mais fermé pour l'hiver. JAMAIS nous aurions loué un chalet avec 2 lits. Nous avions fait notre recherche pour 3 chambres et plus. Je suis furieuse de ne pouvoir faire confiance à ce site.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021