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Private Lakefront Cottage Retreat near Niagara

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Perched on the shores of Lake Ontario, Shining Waters Lake House offers a serene lakeside escape with panoramic views and fully renovated open-concept living spaces. With modern amenities like high-speed internet, MESH wifi coverage, and Sonos wifi speaker, unwind in the luxurious leather recliners or explore nearby Niagara Falls just 15 minutes away.

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9.2 out of 10
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4 bathroomsSleeps 12223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

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

Private Lakefront Cottage Retreat near Niagara

Your Lakeside Retreat : Shining Waters Lake House, a private lakefront retreat on Lake Ontario. This spacious home features 5 bedrooms+3.5 bathrooms, with panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows offering stunning water views from nearly every room. Relax to the sound of waves, enjoy unforgettable sunsets with views of Toronto’s skyline, and explore Niagara Falls, wineries, and attractions just minutes away. The perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and location.
🌅🛥️ #LakefrontElegance #LuxuryRetreat

Indulge yourselves in the enchanting shores of Lake Ontario, the ultimate lakeside living in a cottage style modern house and the stunning beauty of the Niagara region with no agenda but relaxation at the `Shining Waters Lake House`. This place is nothing short of spectacular with its panoramic views and fully renovated open-concept living room, kitchen and dining space.

** Minutes to Canadian Border **

** 15 Minutes to Niagara Falls, Dining and Shopping at the outlets **

The natural light flooding in from skylights, windows, and large sliders creates a warm and inviting ambiance. You`ll have plenty of space to accommodate any size family, and once you settle in, you`ll never want to leave!

** LIVING ROOM **
As soon as you step into our luxurious cottage-style living room, with its warm wood walls and 270-degree views of Lake Ontario and the Toronto skyline, you`ll feel right at home. Let the magical sunsets heal your soul! So kick back, relax, and enjoy the views from our luxurious leather recliners while your favorite tunes play on our cleverly disguised Bluetooth wifi speaker (Shh, pretend you also think it is a light!).

**KITCHEN **
Our fully-equipped kitchen has everything you need to whip up a delicious meal if you feel like cooking. But if not, don`t worry - there are plenty of restaurants in Niagara falls(Why not, you deserve it!).

**MASTER BR 1 **
1 X KING Bed + En-Suite (Full Bath 1)
Feel like the royalty that you are in our king-sized master bedroom with a fully renovated en-suite that features stylish modern finishes. You will be hard pressed to decide whether to shower or just admire the brand-new stand-up shower! And the custom-made king-sized headboard and antique French provincial-style dressers and side table create a luxurious and unique space to have a staycation!

** MASTER BR 2 **
1 X KING Bed + En-Suite (Half Bath)

But the best news? We just rebuilt and renovated to make a second master bedroom, complete with a king bed, en-suite, and breathtaking lake views. With an antique barn door as a headboard on the unique feature wall, this master bedroom will feel like your own slice of heaven! The ensuite has an environmentally friendly, water-saving macerating toilet! (Every little bit helps!)

** BedRoom 3 **
1 X QUEEN BED

The first floor also features a second bedroom with a queen-sized bed complete with our pressure-relieving green tea-infused memory foam mattress for a good night`s sleep.

** BedRoom 4 **
2 X QUEEN BEDS

The second floor bedroom, BedRoom 3, with two queen beds and a large closet.

** BedRoom 5 **
2 X QUEEN BEDS

And if you`re looking for a little bit of fun, check out our `coastal room` that`s decked out in modern coastal decor - it`s the perfect spot to get your `laketitude` on!

** FULL BATH 1 ** (In Master BR 1)
Modern full bath with stand up shower

** FULL BATH 2 ** (First Floor)
This sports a fully tiled stand up shower and modern looks.

** FULL BATH 3 ** (Second Floor)
Sports a tub and clean-lined

** Half BATH 1 ** (in Master BR 2)

**DECK**
But let`s not forget about the deck - it`s where you`ll want to spend most of your time! With plenty of seating and stunning lake views, it`s the perfect spot to soak up the sun or watch the sunset. And the newly built stone fire pit and Adirondack chairs are perfect for cozying up on chilly nights. We`ve even added a new deck by the driveway and a pavilion.

**WIFI**
And for those of you who need to stay connected, we`ve got you covered with high-speed internet and full MESH wifi coverage.

So, what are you waiting for? Book your stay at the Shining Waters Lake House today and get ready for some serious relaxation, rejuvenation, and laketitude!

Make a break for the lake—you deserve it!

Check out our other listing on Lake Ontario near Niagara called Sunset Waters lake House :-)

Follow us @ShiningWatersLakeHouse for all the latest updates.

The whole house with 5 bed rooms and plenty of places for family and little ones to gather.

While we are not available in person, we are just a phone call or SMS messaging away

We have the best views of the Lake and the Toronto skyline. This is also a very quiet neighborhood where families with young children reside. Absolutely NO PARTIES and quiet times must be respected - 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.

We are literally a mile from Niagara Scenic parkway entrance and 10 min from Fort Niagara

* LAKESIDE (OUTDOOR) *
The Shining Waters lake house is on the lake shore and in the middle of a field. Be ready for some bugs. We don’t love them either but they sure love the lake as much as we do.
As with many homes on the lake, the unobstructed and amazing views are what you are coming for. That also means * NO FENCING *, so please use caution and always supervise the little ones, and maybe some of the big ones too ;)

* FISHING *
YES, you can fish from the yard or go down to the water and fish! We have seen Bass, Trout and Walleyes on the lake Ontario.

* SWIMMING *
Yes, you can swim in Lake Ontario behind the house. Of course, it is at your own risk. Lake Ontario is an ocean like lake with it’s own tides, currents and wind patterns depending on the weather. So we advise caution.

* Is there a Beach ? *
Depending on the tide, Pebble `Beach` is accessible. You will be able to get to the pebble beach by following the boat launch (right next to the patio facing the lake). Sometimes, high tide will have the water levels so high, you will not be able to see the pebble beach, but can access the water through the boat launch. The yard also has a sea wall down to the waters edge that is about 6-8 ft tall, but the large rocks are easily navigable. As usual, you can do this at your own risk, so extreme caution need to be exercised and little ones need to be supervised at all times


* TV REMOTE *
The pixies seems to have special affinity for these remotes and they go missing all the time. We recommend RemoteNOW smart phone app which can be used to control the TV. The Hisense’s RemoteNOW app, your smartphone becomes an extension of your Hisense TV, functioning as an extra remote control, for the ultimate convenience and connectivity. The Hisense RemoteNow app is free to download from the Goog!ePlay and Apple App Store now.

1. Open app store on your smartphone and search for the “Remote Now” app.
2. After installing, connect your phone to the local WiFi network.
3. Launch the Remote Now app on your smartphone.
4. Pair Smartphone and TV by selecting the Hisense Smart TV that is detected by the app.
5. You will see a PIN on your TV screen.
6. Enter PIN on your phone and tap on the “Pair” button.

* LANDSCAPING *
The landscapers will be working on lawn maintenance every Thursday (weather permitting). So if you are planning on lounging in the back yard, please take note.

* MAINTENANCE *
We renovated and updated everything we can. However, things do break and especially in a house with so much history. We will do everything to address any appliance breaking down, any water leaks and any other issues that come about as quickly as possible.

** Barbecue **

There is a propane fired Barbecue. The tools to barbecue will also be made available. However, the guests are responsible for cleaning it after use. While we make every effort to ensure it is usable, please be prepared to clean it before using it.

** FIREPLACE **
This is for decorative purpose only. Due to safety reasons the gas is turned off.
- NO PARTIES OR EVENTS
- NO SMOKING and no recreational or illegal drug use whatsoever on the property
- Please DON`T REARRANGE FURNITURE. It scratches the floor and it delays the cleaning crew (They are not furniture movers!). If the cleaning crew has to spend time putting furniture back, you will be charged a surcharge of $50
- Please treat our home and amenities with the same respect you would your own
- Please DRIVE SLOWLY and carefully on the access road as kids live and play in the neighborhood.
- Any evidence of smoke in the home after check out will be subject to a $1000 fine and any guests found to be partaking in illegal drug use while still inhabiting the home will be removed immediately, no refund will be issued and possible legal ramifications will ensue
- The garage and the hallway storage closet is locked and is not accessible to the guests
- Please respect the neighbors and their property boundaries.
- Please respect the quiet times and keep the noise levels to minimum after 10:00 PM.
- Repeated noise complaints will result in removal from property with no refund
- Please notify us of any extra house guests as they must be approved before staying- you may be charged an additional fee or, depending on the circumstances, we will enforce a removal from the property for all guests immediately without a refund
- As with many Lake Houses here the lake side of the property is not fenced. Only one side (with the neighbor) is fenced. There is a rock seawall and the edge is well marked with solar lights lining the perimeter
- There is plenty of space in front of and by the side of the driveway for kids and adults to play!
- As usual, PLEASE KEEP CONSTANT SUPERVISION OF YOUR LITTLE ONES - and maybe the not so little ones too ;) as you are near the water.
- Report damages and anything in non-working condition
- Please no food or drink in the bedrooms, guests will be liable to compensate host for any stains
- Please do not move furniture around. They are well placed and moving may damage the floor.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Rules

- NO PARTIES OR EVENTS - NO SMOKING and no recreational or illegal drug use whatsoever on the property - Please DON`T REARRANGE FURNITURE.
Please DRIVE SLOWLY and carefully on the access road as kids live and play in the neighborhood.
As usual, PLEASE KEEP CONSTANT SUPERVISION OF YOUR LITTLE ONES - and maybe the not so little ones too ;) as you are near the water.

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

475821

About the area

Located in Youngstown, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Lewiston Museum and Castellani Art Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Victorianbourg Wine Estate and Black Willow Winery. Village Vineyard Wine Boutique and Centennial Lilac Garden are also worth visiting. With power boating and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Youngstown, NY

What's nearby

  • Four Mile Creek State Park - 3 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Wilson-Tuscarora State Park - 7 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Fort Niagara State Park - 7 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Niagara River Gorge - 7 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Niagara River - 10 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Niagara Falls Station - 22 min drive
  • Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crosby's - Ransomville - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wandering Gypsy Brewing Company - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Youngstown Yacht Club - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Knead The Dough - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Youngstown Marketside - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Lakefront Cottage Retreat near Niagara pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Lakefront Cottage Retreat near Niagara?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Lakefront Cottage Retreat near Niagara?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Lakefront Cottage Retreat near Niagara?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Lakefront Cottage Retreat near Niagara located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Lake Ontario and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Four Mile Creek State Park. Fort Niagara State Park and Niagara River Gorge are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious beautiful house. We stayed for a week and every day we returned to the house after our daily adventures it felt like coming home. The sunsets on the lake were awesome!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat L.

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

50yr Wedding Anniversary Vacation

Great time and beautiful view from deck Very nice and roomy accommodations A bit Shy on Internet reception which did not let the TV work which I’m sure can be remedied. Very comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

christye p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Family week

Home was lovely inside and well equipped, outside needs landscaping and it is difficult to get to the water.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Very Nice Place

Such a cozy place. A group of us brought in the New Year at this great place right on Lake Ontario. Even though the weather was a little foggy, we managed to see the fireworks in Toronto. The host were quick to respond to any questions we had. We would definitely recommend others to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Jennifer F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
We rented the house for a family wedding in nearby Wilson. It was a great location for us and the house accommodated our family well. The outdoor space is great to gather. The sunsets over Lake Ontario are beautiful! We thoroughly enjoyed being outside. The owner was communicative leading up to and during our stay. I rated the house lower for cleanliness. I shared my concerns with the owner directly who was very apologetic and reimbursed our cleaning fee, which was appreciated.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025