Canalman’s Cottage – Historic Retreat at Newboro Lockstation | House in Newboro
4 Bedroom House in Newboro
Welcome to Canalman’s Cottage, a peaceful and picturesque retreat located right at the historic Newboro Lockstation on the Rideau Canal.
Offered by Parks Canada, this charming cottage features a large fenced-in backyard, perfect for relaxing outdoors, family time, and enjoying the surrounding parkland. With access to swimming areas, picnic tables, and scenic canal views, this property offers a unique blend of comfort, history, and nature.
It’s an ideal escape for families, couples, or anyone looking to unwind in the heart of the Rideau Lakes Region.
Quick Snapshot
Location: Newboro Lockstation on the Rideau Canal
Outdoor space: Large fenced yard + access to park & swimming areas
Sleeps: Multiple bedrooms ideal for families or groups
Boats included: Two 16’ canoes with carts
Comfort: Fully equipped kitchen, laundry, propane stove
Historic setting: Stay right beside the locks
Inside the Cottage
Fully equipped kitchen
Comfortable living area with propane stove
Sunroom with access to the main deck
Washer and dryer
40” flat-screen TV, Blu-ray/DVD player
Luxury bed linens and towels are included.
Bedroom Layout
Bedroom 1 (main level): Queen bed
Bedroom 2: Single bed
Bedroom 3: Single bed
Bedroom 4: Two double beds
Outdoors & Canal Access
Large fenced backyard for outdoor enjoyment
Main deck off the sunroom
Two canoes with carts for easy water access
Use of park swimming areas and picnic tables
Front-row views of lock activity and boats passing through
Location Highlights
Newboro Lockstation sits in the village of Newboro, just a short scenic drive from Portland and Westport.
It’s approximately 30 minutes from Kingston and Highway 401, and about 1.5 hours from downtown Ottawa.
Explore the Rideau Lakes Region
From Canalman’s Cottage, enjoy:
Boating and locking through the Rideau Canal system
Swimming and fishing nearby
Historic lockstations and museums
Golf courses, boat tours, restaurants, and shops
Seasonal festivals and local events
Prime summer weeks rent Saturday to Saturday.
Rideau Lakes Cottages Ltd. is registered by the Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO)
Registration #: 50017421
Canalman’s Cottage – Historic Retreat at Newboro Lockstation is located in Newboro. Canalman’s Cottage – Historic Retreat at Newboro Lockstation provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Child Friendly, among other amenities. This House features Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Child Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Canalman’s Cottage – Historic Retreat at Newboro Lockstation has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 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 House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, 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. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Newboro has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Newboro, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
Amenities
Facility Overview
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Air conditioning
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Towels provided
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Bed sheets provided
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Living room
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Dining room
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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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Stovetop
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Washing machine and dryer
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Beach sun loungers
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Beach towels
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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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Stereo
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Unit size: 1200 sq ft (112 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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Safe
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WiFi available
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Barbecue grill
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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First aid kit
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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 carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property 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