Rideau Pines – Waterfront Cottage on Big Rideau Lake | Ski Chalet in Portland
4 Bedroom Ski Chalet in Portland
Welcome to Rideau Pines, a bright and comfortable waterfront cottage located on the beautiful shores of Big Rideau Lake. With an open-concept layout, a private screened-in porch, and large decks stretching the length of the cottage, this is the perfect place to relax, unwind, and enjoy life on the water.
Wake up to peaceful bay views, spend your days swimming, boating, and paddling, and gather around the fire pit on warm summer evenings under the stars.
Quick Snapshot
Waterfront: Large dock with space for up to three boats
Sleeps: Main cottage + bunkhouse for families and groups
Outdoor living: Full-length decks, screened porch, fire pit, lawn
Boats included: 3 kayaks + 2 SUPs
Comfort: Open-concept living with wood stove
Internet: Ultra-fast Wi-Fi (up to 935 Mbps)
Location: Walking distance to the village of Portland
Inside the Main Cottage
Open-concept kitchen and living area
Wood stove for cozy evenings
Fully equipped kitchen
Full bathroom
Bedroom Layout (Main Cottage)
Bedroom 1: Queen bed
Bedroom 2: Queen bed
Bedroom 3: Bunk bed (two singles)
Living room: Double futon
Bunkhouse
Queen bed
Bunk bed (single top, double bottom)
Perfect for kids, teens, or extra guests who want their own space.
Outdoors & Waterfront
Large lake-facing deck along the length of the cottage
Screened-in porch for bug-free relaxing
Spacious dock for swimming, lounging, and boating
Fire pit area on the lawn
Calm bay water ideal for paddling
Included water gear:
3 kayaks
2 stand-up paddleboards
Location Highlights
Rideau Pines sits just minutes from Highway 15, roughly halfway between Toronto and Montreal, and less than an hour from the U.S. border.
You’re also within walking distance to:
Grocery store
Bank
Liquor store
Gas station
Several golf courses, hiking and biking trails, shopping, and restaurants are all within a short drive.
Explore Big Rideau Lake & the Region
Big Rideau Lake offers miles of boating, fishing, swimming, and water sports, plus easy access to waterfront dining and nearby natural attractions like Murphy’s Point Provincial Park.
It connects directly to the historic Rideau Canal, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and rated #2 as an exceptional historic site destination by National Geographic.
The Rideau Lakes Region is packed with outdoor activities, charming villages, festivals, golf courses, and scenic adventures.
Prime summer weeks rent Saturday to Saturday.
Rideau Lakes Cottages Ltd. is registered by the Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO)
Registration #: 50017421
Rideau Pines – Waterfront Cottage on Big Rideau Lake is located in Portland. Rideau Pines – Waterfront Cottage on Big Rideau Lake provides accommodation, featuring Pet Friendly, Ocean View, Fireplace/Heating, among other amenities. This Ski Chalet features Pet Friendly, Ocean View, Fireplace/Heating, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Rideau Pines – Waterfront Cottage on Big Rideau Lake has 4 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Ski Chalet because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Ski Chalet, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Ski Chalet has a friendly neighborhood, and the Portland has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Ski Chalet in Portland, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
Amenities
Facility Overview
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Living room
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Dining room
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Wood stove
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Microwave
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Toaster
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Oven
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Refrigerator
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Spices
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Stovetop
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Beach sun loungers
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Onsite parking
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1 total (up to 218 lbs per pet)
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Pet friendly
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Welcoming cats and dogs only
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Smoke-free property
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Kayak on site
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Unit size: 875 sq ft (81 sq m)
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Polish
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Swahili
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Russian
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In a rural location
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On the lake
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On the waterfront
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Iron/ironing board
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WiFi available
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Fire extinguisher
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First aid kit
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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