Tranquil Ausable River Cottage - A Family Retreat | Cottage in Port Franks

9.6 (14 Reviews) |   4 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  10 Guests
Port Franks Cottage | Tranquil Ausable River Cottage - A Family Retreat

4 Bedroom Cottage in Port Franks

Experience serenity and seclusion at this fully renovated cottage on the Ausable River, a private family retreat sleeping 10 across 4 bedrooms. Tucked away just 5 minutes from the amazing Port Franks private beach—exclusive to the area’s guests—and scenic hiking trails, this bright, modern haven offers unmatched privacy. Relax in the master with en-suite, bunkbeds for kids, or the basement with queens and twins. Unwind in the brand-new cedar wood-burning sauna, refresh in the cold plunge tub, or rinse off in the outdoor shower. Enjoy two indoor fireplaces, a hot tub, and a two-tier deck with a heated Lookout featuring a TV—perfect for stargazing or movie nights. Kayak the river (6 kayaks and life vests included), dock your boat, or explore trails by foot, rented bikes, or an amazing golf cart. Grill on the deck with BBQ, gather by the fire pit, and cook in the spacious eat-in kitchen. A Bunkie with futon and cots available (must bring own sleeping bags) adds extra space.
Other Details to note-
20 minute drive to Grand Bend. The property is a short walk to the beach or nature trails.
Must provide own beach towels & toiletries.
Private dock optional (extra cost)
No indoor pets—owner allergies
*Additional Options*
- Fire Wood - 1/3 Cord of Wood - $150
- Boating Dock - $150
- EV Golf Cart Rental Use - $500 per stay - 4 Seater
- Bike Rental per stay - $60/bike - up to 5 bikes available

Tranquil Ausable River Cottage - A Family Retreat is located in Port Franks. Tranquil Ausable River Cottage - A Family Retreat provides accommodation, featuring Kitchen, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, among other amenities. This Cottage features Kitchen, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Tranquil Ausable River Cottage - A Family Retreat has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, 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 Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, 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. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Port Franks has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Port Franks, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • 2+ bathrooms
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Paper towels
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Electric car charging station on site
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Kayak on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Water sports equipment
  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
Entertainment
  • Foosball table
  • Smart TV
General
  • Printer
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Charcoal grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 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

Reviews

Valerie L.
Aug 18, 2025 04:04:41 AM
Review Score:   6
Summary: Comfortable but not great
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