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Jake's Place - A Peaceful and Private Wildlife Retreat. (hunt, fish and more!)

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Located on the Wasi River, this peaceful retreat offers a serene escape. Enjoy nature walks along many trails, observe wildlife near the huge pond, or go bird watching in the surrounding woods. With plenty of acres to explore and snowmobile trails nearby, this place is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$363
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan

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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.

Jake's Place - A Peaceful and Private Wildlife Retreat. (hunt, fish and more!)

🦌Premier Hunting Access – Deer, moose, bear, turkey, and ducks are common in the area.
🎣 Top-Tier Fishing – Easy access to Wasi Lake, Lake Nosbonsing, and Lake Nipissing.
🪱 Fishing Bait Shop – Just 5 minutes away (fishing bait only).
🎰 Cascades Casino North Bay – Only 15 minutes from the property.
❄️ Built for Winter – Snowmobile trails are just minutes away.
🔥 Ideal for Nature Lovers – Great hiking and birdwatching right on-site.
🛍 Local Essentials Nearby – Only 2 minutes to Freshmart (groceries, gas, LCBO).
🌲 Close to Amenities – A short 20-minute drive to North Bay.

This woodland property features private trails, deer stands, and endless space to explore. Experience true Northern Ontario tranquility without being too far from town.

Perfect for hunters, snowmobilers, photographers, birdwatchers, and families seeking a peaceful escape.

📌 Important:
- Check-in must be completed before 8:30 PM. Late check-ins may incur additional charges.
- Use of hot tub is additional cost depending on stay - please consult.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 7 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Owners responsible for any damages caused by pets.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Please note that there is an open staircase.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Additional fees required

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Additional fees required
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 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located in Chisholm, this cottage is in a rural area. Mattawa River Provincial Park and Laurier Woods Conservation Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pyramid Paintball and North Bay Heritage Train. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Steve Omischl Sports Field Complex or North Bay Memorial Gardens. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • East Ferris Public Library - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Big Moose Beach - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Lookout Terrace Golf Course - 13 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Cascades Casino North Bay - 17 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Steve Omischl Sports Field Complex - 20 min drive - 26.0 km

Getting around

  • North Bay, ON (YYB-Jack Garland) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lulu's Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Country Style - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪1886 Lake House Bistro - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪La Piazza Pizza - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Jake's Place - A Peaceful and Private Wildlife Retreat. (hunt, fish and more!) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Jake's Place - A Peaceful and Private Wildlife Retreat. (hunt, fish and more!)?

As of 15 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Jake's Place - A Peaceful and Private Wildlife Retreat. (hunt, fish and more!) on 19 Jan 2026 start from AU$363.01, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Jake's Place - A Peaceful and Private Wildlife Retreat. (hunt, fish and more!)?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Jake's Place - A Peaceful and Private Wildlife Retreat. (hunt, fish and more!)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Jake's Place - A Peaceful and Private Wildlife Retreat. (hunt, fish and more!)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Jake's Place - A Peaceful and Private Wildlife Retreat. (hunt, fish and more!) located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2 mi (3.2 km) from East Ferris Public Library and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Perron Island. Big Moose Beach and Lookout Terrace Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Jake's Place - A Peaceful and Private Wildlife Retreat. (hunt, fish and more!) Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hot tub was warm, yiu have to pay additional for it but was good. Beautiful property out in middle of nowhere. Family and pet friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherie P.

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

Cute place in nature

We had a great stay. Owners were quick to respond to any questions and friendly. Place was clean and cozy!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trista E.

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

A cozy stay!

We had wonderful stay at this cozy property. Conveniently located, we were able to explore the wilderness and city alike. Host was spot on, thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

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

Great deal

Nice clean and cozy place,suited us very well for our fishing trip,we will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet clean little cabin. Super comfy. Far enough away from any roads we didn't have to worry about noise. Handled 4 guests easily but could probably handle double that considering the basement we didn't even use. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

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

Great experience!

Stayed there with our two kids while visiting family. Very cozy with lots of room for everyone. Up to date amenities and very clean. Saw some wildlife as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryon G.

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

Birthday

We had the pleasure of staying at Jakes cabin fot 1 night. The moment we drove up we were able to see turkeys and deer! The property is beautiful and peaceful. We can't wait to go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kunjan P.

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

THE AMAZING JAKE'S PLACE

We had an absolutely fantastic time staying at Jake’s place. From start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations. The communication with Jake was smooth and prompt, making the booking process hassle-free. Upon arrival, we were warmly greeted and given a thorough tour of the property. The space was immaculately clean and beautifully decorated, providing a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. The amenities provided were top-notch, ensuring that we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Overall, our experience was nothing short of amazing. We cannot recommend Jake and his property highly enough. Thank you for such a memorable stay—we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry Lynn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property has been updated and is very cute. We enjoyed the video game! We used it as home base for nearby activities and it was perfect. It had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily E.

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

Great secluded little cabin.

Property is very beautiful with mature forest all around. Cabin was perfect lots of room for my family. Great location close to picturesque Callander and 30 minutes to North Bay. Owner Jake was awesome. I would definitely return and recommend this location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025