Escape to this secluded Lake Erie cottage, nestled on 2.5 acres of private paradise with amazing views and complete seclusion. Unwind by the fire pit or enjoy grapes, berries, and wildlife watching from your own private drive.
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Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 488 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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About this property
Secluded Cottage with Hidden Cove on Lake Erie
This secluded cottage rests on 2.5 acres on the shores of Lake Erie offers amazing views with complete privacy. There is a private drive to the property that leads you to amazing sunsets, fire pit, grapes, berries, eagles, deer, and wildlife. The perfect getaway to enjoy your own private paradise. Excellent restaurants, attractions await you in the heart of the wine country.. The space Completely renovated living area, kitchen, and master suite in 2021. There are two bedrooms one with a queen bed (new mattress and box spring) and the other with two twin Thermopedic mattresses. The living area has a large sectional to view large TV, pellet stove, or Lake Erie. The kitchen and dining area have a large counter that overlooks the living area. Two full baths are available. Guest access You will be secluded from the rest of the world. Other things to note The property does not have public water or sewer because it is so secluded. However, a new water treatment system and 500 gallon holding tank were installed in the Fall of 2021. Do not expect a shower massage as the water pressure is not strong on any well system. However, do expect an amazing stay on your own little paradise. The dock with ladder going down to the beach area will be installed by May 1. The beach is rocky, but smooth rocks. PLEASE NOTE: Lake Erie recently took away our small beach so there is a solid slate rock Lake Erie bottom about six feet deep in the cove. There are many nearby beaches 5, 10, and 15 miles away going both dirrections. The property is still amazing with views and privacy, but Lake Erie is extremely powerful at times. Individuals who love to fish will appreciate the property even more with fishing available off the dock from May 1st to September 30th. Note that the dock must be removed by October 1st when extremely strong waves are more likely.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a village
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Golf
Kayak
Snow sports gear
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing 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)
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 not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
About the area
Located in Ripley, this cottage is near theme parks and on the beach. Freeport Beach and Lake Shore Railway Museum are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Main Street Plaza and Bess Center. Lake Shore Center for the Arts and Burch Farms Country Market are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling. Visit our Ripley travel guide
Is Secluded Cottage with Hidden Cove on Lake Erie pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Secluded Cottage with Hidden Cove on Lake Erie?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Secluded Cottage with Hidden Cove on Lake Erie?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Secluded Cottage with Hidden Cove on Lake Erie?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Secluded Cottage with Hidden Cove on Lake Erie located?
Nestled on the beach, this Ripley cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Erie and Sparkling Ponds Winery. Fishermans Beach and Ripley Community Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Secluded Cottage with Hidden Cove on Lake Erie Reviews
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We really enjoyed our stay. The location is amazing and there's lots to do close by. Sitting by the water watching the sunset with a bottle of local wine was the highlight.
Absolutely coming back to this property, would live here in a heartbeat. Couldn't ask for a better host. My wife and I saw two bald eagles while on our stay at the cottage, amazing sunset.
The privacy and the views definitely were not oversold. The view from fire pit looks tropical. We found Five & 20 Spirits and Arundel Cellars on our last night, wish we would have found them sooner. The impromptu band at Five & 20 was outstanding.
We loved our stay at the end of the gravel road from the main highway. The grounds are well kept and invite strolling around a bit, with the groundhog. The host maintained excellent communication. The bed upstairs is very comfortable for sound sleep. This is very close to relatives in Pennsylvania. We'll be back.
The cabin was very nice, clean and had everything you needed. Bit of a problem with drowsy bees though. Had to rid around 10 of them. Not sure where they were coming from but Overall it was a lovely place!
Fantastic seclusion and waterfront, a rare combination. Only one other home is even visible from the property, and it did not appear to be in use at this time. Also the wildlife, we saw deer, groundhogs and chipmunks right on the grounds, and bald eagles overhead.
This is an older home which shows its age on the outside, but the interior is nicely redone. If you like total seclusion and waterfront sunsets, this is a great choice.
If you are looking for a place to unplug, rest, and relax, this is the place. We took advantage of the location and spent a day in Niagara Falls. We also explored some of the local area beaches (Twenty mile beach and Shades beach). We were lucky enough to drop the ladder one day and swim in beautiful Lake Erie. The property is absolutely beautiful. We picked wild blackberries and enjoyed the sunset each night from the dock. We are returning to life rested and rejuvenated.
The host is great! They took care of us very quickly when a concern arose.
This was a girls trip for my daughter's and I. We LOVED the Cove so close to the house! We had breakfast on the ledge above and were mesmerized by the huge crashing waves which sounded like thunder at times! We got drenched once even though far away. The sunsets were breathtaking unlike we've ever seen! The water was way too rough to swim in while we there but someone did just a few days before our stay. The yard was filled with beautiful wildflowers. We brought folding chairs which we were SO glad we did to be able to sit near the waves. The house was very comfortable and unique. It had everything we needed. Thanks for a great stay. It would be great to see it at another time of the year!
Perfect quiet location to spend the evening after wine country tours and diner out. Serene environment to wake up to every morning. Host was exceptionally helpful and communicative whenever I had a question. Great location, great area and fantastic property owner.
Stunning location!! We were thrilled with the view, the quietness of the surrounding area, and the tranquil setting of the house. We were looking for a quiet respite and that is exactly what this place will do for you. We fished from the dock and the cliff, we didn't catch anything, but it was so wonderful to just be together with my husband. We had coffee and watched the water and just mellowed out and finished the day by seeing the gorgeous sunsets. Rock hunting was great fun too.! God is good and we were thrilled to get a couple of days away from duties, jobs, and obligations. Thank you for sharing your home.
Nice peaceful place to stay. Was a little upset that the water was high and there was no beach at the cove, as stated in the information and seen in the pictures but it was beautiful. The inside of the cabin was very nice. The outside needed some clean up but over all it was a nice weekend.
This trip was a once in a lifetime opportunity that I will absolutely never forget. The view on the property is something out of a movie and it truly offers a piece of mind that no longer exist in the world we live in my fiancé, and I enjoyed attempting to fish at nearby docs, we also locally made wine and enjoyed sitting by the pellet stove where we got warm together we watched bald eagles, fly in the morning and observed black squirrels, climbing trees in the location. We have made it our agreement to try to travel somewhere every year, it is easy to say that this one will likely never be topped. Thank you to the host who is easy to contact and willing to go out of his way to teach us how to use the pellet stove. Nearby beaches offered a form of peace that seems to cleanse the mind and offer a gratitude unlike anything I’ve experienced. The diners in the area offer a warm small town interaction that feels connected in a way that I thought had disappeared in 2025. The amount of wildlife that we observed was phenomenal in the scenery in the fall is something a picture just cannot capture. The suggestions made by the host were thoughtful and kind. Because of this trip, I have a little more gratitude for my life, and I counted as one of my biggest blessings thank you for allowing my fiancé, and I have one last adventure before we become husband and wife I will cherish this place in my heart forever