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Lakeside Hydeaway Cottage on Lake Erie w/ Hot Tub
Welcome to Lakeside Hydeaway...truly your home away from home. We are located along Erie Shoreline and tucked away on a quiet street within Essex County Wine Country. Our unique and cozy home is the perfect place to venture out and make memories. Enjoy afternoons playing games on the lawn, soaking your feet in the sand and watching the sunset from your balcony or waterside deck, our home is sure to leave you feeling relaxed. Enjoy late night bonfires or soaks in the hot tub amidst the stars.

Year Round Hot Tub & Beautiful Views Cottage
Welcome to the Cozy Lakeside Cottage! Located within the village of Colchester, right on Lake Erie, nestled in the middle of Essex Wine Country. This cottage features 4 beds (A queen bed in the primary bedroom, one bunk bed with a queen base and a full upper bunk in the 2nd bedroom, plus an additional murphy bed on the main floor) Full kitchen, indoor dining, outdoor dining, 4 person hot tub & stunning views! Colchester Beach, Restaurants, Park & Marina just steps away! A truly relaxing escape.

Lakeview Inn
The Lakeview Inn sits on the North Shore of beautiful Lake Erie. This modern lakehouse is an 8 minute drive to the centre of kingsville where there is multiple breweries and restaurants, a public beach is a 1 minute drive down the road and is right in the centre of Southern Ontario's Wine Country. If you're coming down for a weekend to relax, taste wine or to enjoy the exceptional birding the area has to offer. At the end of your day relax to the sound of the waves brushing up against the shore.

Modern cottage on the lake w/ 2 kayaks & game room
**Cheapest cleaning fee in the area** This house sits on Hidden Creek and connects to Lake Erie. A perfect get a way for a couple or group of friends. 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, game room(pool table, ping pong, shuffleboard, foosball, dart board, giant Jenga and ring toss) full kitchen, and laundry. 2 couches inside the house, 2 couches in the game room. Grill on the back patio. The 5 guest sleeping arrangement is 2 guests in the queen bed, 2 guests in the full bed and 1 guest on the large couch.

Your Soulstice Studio
Become one with nature in this cozy cottage with an expansive view of the lake. Let yourself be absorbed by the sound of waves, birds and silence in the early morning hours. Sudden urge to do some yoga? No problem you have mats, blocks and bolsters to fulfill you ever stretching need! Your Soulstice is an up and coming yoga and massage studio that has been 2 years in the making. Now that it’s ready to open it’s doors, it needs a wee income to repay the “bank of mom” to show my appreciation! ♥️

Chardonnay Bay- Pet Friendly, beach, hot tub!
Beautiful rustic cottage located in Colchester, Ontario! Chardonnay Bay offers 2 bedrooms and a loft, the master bed includes one queen bed, the 2nd bedroom has single bunk beds and the loft has a queen. We offer a full kitchen as well as laundry facilities. Outdoor patio area with hot tub, picnic table and bbq. We are located within a one minute walk to the beautiful Colchester beach, splashpad, park and marina, located on Essex County’s EPIC wine route consisting of over eighteen wineries.

The Kiss nTell - Year round - Hot tub - Lake Views
If you “glamp” when you camp, then you’ll appreciate the finer amenities of this boutique style cottage on Lake Erie. Arguably the best views in this tiny cottage community, The Kiss n Tell graces a bluff overlooking the lake - stunning views from every room. Wake to the sound of waves crashing the shore, sunbathe in loungers, dine while the sun glistens on the water, star gaze from the hot tub or sit by a lakeside fire (firewood provided). Endless options w/out leaving this beautiful space.

Cozy Lake House
Located in a quiet neighborhood, this cottage is at the end of the peninsula on the water. Walk up to the top of the hill and watch the boats go by from the bench or at the park on the corner. Enjoy amazing sun and moonrises. Build a fire in the campfire ring while you listen to the waves. View the sunsets from waterfront restaurants. The inside is open and airy. Bedrooms are comfy. Guests are provided with TVs, wifi, games, and all of the conveniences of home. See the guestbook for ideas!

3 Bdr Toes In The Sand Beach Cottage on Lake Erie
Located in the heart of wine country, on a Lake Erie sandy beach with great views, family-friendly activities, restaurants and dining. You will love the high ceilings, panoramic views, comfy beds, hearing the waves on the beach, the feeling of your toes in the sand with a cool drink in your hand. This retreat is great for couples, solo adventurers, business travellers, and families (with kids). There is a cozy gas fireplace with 4K TV, Netflix, wifi, & full kitchen. Your Haven awaits you!

North Shore Retreat
Welcome to North Shore Retreat! Our house sits atop an elevated bluff overlooking Lake Erie and is adjacent to a beautiful ravine surrounded by mature trees. It is a warm, modern, rustic home with a view you will never forget. Our home is walking distance to three of the most established wineries along Lake Erie (Viewpoint Estate Winery, North 42 Degrees and CREW). This space has everything you need to unwind, cook, disconnect, relax, enjoy wildlife and take care of yourself.

Waterside Lakehouse - Lake Erie & EPIC Wineries
Welcome to Waterside Lakehouse on the shores of Lake Erie and nestled among the EPIC Wineries of Essex County. Take in the magnificent views of Lake Erie from the 'infinity deck' or take a short walk (5 min.) to the public beach, harbour and marina in the Village of Colchester. The harbour features a park with a splash pad for the kids, pirate ship climbers and a pier that can be the perfect spot for fishing. You are minutes away from a number of the best Ontario wineries. Enjoy!

Lakeside getaway
Welcome to Lake Erie and the village of Colchester. Enjoy this premier location with views of the lake and easy access to many local amenities. Families will enjoy the splash pad, play center, public beach, harbour and public changerooms/toilets so close you can see from the window. Friends and couples are well situated to explore local wineries and breweries, 3 of which are less than 10 minutes away by bicycle, and many more accessible via bike lanes along the HWY 50 wine route
Popular amenities for Essex cottage rentals
Cottage rentals with a hot tub

Waterfront - Hot Tub - 3Bed Cottage - Pet Friendly

2-bedroom with hot tub,200 steps from the beach

Waterfront home with amazing views & great fishing

Eddie's dream on the lake

Moe’s on the Lake: 2 bedroom waterfront cottage

Lakeside Haven with *HOT TUB* Addictive Serenity!

Hot Tub-Lake Erie Beach House, Lake Front

Casa Azul : Your Lake Erie Cottage Oasis
Pet-friendly cottage rentals

Reveries on the Lake- Kingsville cottage

Erie Shores Cottages

2 bedroom Getaway/lake St.Clair/boatslip

Sawiak Waterfront Haven

LAKE Escape Retreat - Onsite Beach Dock Waterfront

Cottage on the water. New King Bed. Fenced yard.

Lake Erie Escape Cottage - escape and explore

*King bed+Pet Friendly+fenced yard*
Private cottage rentals

Lakefront cottage in heart of wine country

A Lakeside View

Southern Exposure on Lake Erie

Beach House Point

Wolfe Island Cottage

Cozy waterfront | kayaks, fishing, fire-pit, games

Urban Cottage Adorable Shabby Chic Getaway for 2

Peaceful Lakefront Living – Breathtaking 3-BR Home
Quick stats about cottage rentals in Essex
Total rentals
40 properties
Nightly prices starting at
R1,561 ZAR before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
4.1K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
30 properties are a good fit for families
Pet-friendly rentals
10 properties allow pets
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace
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