Vacation rentals with a kayak in Manitoulin Island

Loved our stay at The Firefly, it was the perfect place to spend a week. The whole property was beautiful, we felt right at home. Will definitely choose this property again if we are back to the area.

It was an amazing week! The cottage was very comfortable and captured the old school charm of a lake stay. The cottage was well appointed and everything we needed was there. We will be back!

a tranquil peace of heaven right on the lake. very enjoyable and super nice host. highly recommend this place!

This is an amazing place if you want to take a break from everything and enjoy some beautiful, peaceful days. Mark and Victoria are fantastic hosts—thoughtful, welcoming, and well-organized. They even left some toys in the house, which made our son incredibly happy while playing. Although we were unlucky with the weather and couldn’t enjoy activities like canoeing or kayaking due to the wind, we still had a wonderful time. The house is very clean and cozy, and to be honest, it looks even better in person than in the pictures! Thank you, Victoria and Mark, for being such incredible hosts. We truly appreciated everything!

Christopher’s place is absolutely beautiful. Overlooking Mindemoya Lake, it’s nestled among tall trees and a serene landscape. The entire family are great hosts—very warm and helpful. Aside from the regular hosting essentials, they went out of their way to make us feel welcome. Greg was especially kind in teaching us how to start a fire for the fire pit, even providing some of their own firewood and fire-starting equipment. They also shared some excellent local recommendations and Sandra gifted our group a lovely children’s book written by Christopher’s wife, which was a thoughtful touch for the kids. One of the unexpected highlights was how incredible the place was at night—perfect for stargazing and astral photography. With minimal light pollution and a clear view of the sky, captured some unforgettable night shots and spent hours just watching the stars. I highly recommend their place as the first one to check if you’re planning a trip to Manitoulin Island.

We had an incredible stay at Bulloch’s Retreat! The place is absolutely amazing – spacious, clean, and beautifully designed for both relaxation and fun. One of the highlights for us was definitely the water activities – we thoroughly enjoyed every moment by the lake. Whether it was indoors or outdoors, there was plenty of room for everyone to gather, unwind, and make great memories. Highly recommend this place for families or groups looking for the perfect mix of comfort and adventure!

I highly recommend this cozy getaway! It was above and beyond our expectations. Plenty of games and amenities to keep you busy but also a lot of places to relax and read a book. If the sky is clear at night, the stars are beautiful. Host is very responsive, polite, and she made sure we had everything we needed.

This air bnb was so amazing I can’t say enough good things about it. It’s super clean which is such a plus when staying in an air bnb. They also thought of all the little details. There was sunscreen in the bathrooms, bug spray in the living room, extra chairs, wood and kindling by the fire pit. Don’t even get me started on the location. Absolutely gorgeous. The views are amazing and the water is so nice. If you’re able to, get the loft. It’s beautiful and has another bathroom and full kitchen. If you’re thinking if you should stay here, you should. It’s worth the drive up north questions asked. Thank you for having us!

Steph and Al are wonderful hosts. They are always quick to respond and have tons of information for those new to the island. Their cottage is stunning and incredible. It’s peaceful and exactly as described and we were thrilled to have the opportunity to stay there. We hope to return next year!

We had a lovelytwo night stay at Carolyn's place. It was so peaceful and set in the most beautiful surroundings looking over the lake. Carolyn and Daryl were so welcoming and friendly and left us some delicious cakes that were very welcome after a long drive to get to Kilarney. They were incredibly helpful too when we had an issue with our car. Carolyn gave us some good recommendations for walks and we'd definitely recommend the 5 mile walk to The Crack. Really enjoyed our stay.

The place looked exactly like the photos and was a nice getaway if your looking for a cabin on the water. Was peaceful, enjoyable, and very very beautiful. Price is a little pricey but for what you get and the scenic views makes it worth it. Especially if you go as a group and divide up the costs. Would love to go back again sometime and would recommend this airbnb. Thanks again for hosting!

Guest: Beds were super comfy cabins were super clean 5 stars Guest: It was awesome 10/10 Me: The whole place was just full of awesomeness, when i go back i know what ill need. Thank you so much

Lovely cottage nestled amongst the trees with stunning view of the lake! Fall colours were stunning and we felt right at home.

Our families loved our stay here. I would certainly come back to this spot.

What a beautiful place. This cottage sits on a beautiful waterfront looking over a stunning lake. We really enjoyed our stay with our kids and their grandparents. The water trampoline, kayaks, paddleboard and beach made for lots of fun. The sandy beach and flat lot with convenient fire pit make it easy to watch younger kids. The beds are very comfortable and the hosts were great.

We loved our stay. The location was exactly what we were looking for - a place where we could spend time by the water and also on the water. The cottage had everything we needed for our stay and Paul was very helpful before and during our stay.

Our family was here for a few days on our road trip. It’s definitely a more rustic cabin. But has amazing views and we definitely enjoyed kayaking and the beach. One thing that I didn’t realize before booking is this house is on land where other family is. We didn’t run into anyone (other than the step dad showing us around when we got there) but I feel it’s worth noting. The beach is on their property too. The house also had a lot of family photos and personal belongings. Which made it almost feel like you were staying in someone’s house. All and all, it was a good stay, just feel like these would be things that people may want to know.

We just got home from a wonderful week stay at Courtney’s place on MacGregor Bay. We can’t say enough great things about this place. Having a whole island to ourselves with a trail to hike, paddle boards to use, and all the amenities of home was exactly what we needed! The off grid living with a warm outdoor shower was a highlight…and the constant breeze off the bay will be missed! Our family of four all slept very comfortably. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed and we were pleasantly surprised to find a blender and a salad spinner! 😉 We feel very lucky to have found this gem and hope to return again soon. Thank you again for a wonderful stay.

It was a perfect stay, would recommend it to anyone. The Cabin is exceptionally well done and comfortable.

Beth was a delight. Gave us a great tour when we arrived and offered us coffee in the am. Beautiful property. We only stayed one night but would come back in warmer weather ❤️

Granary Lake Retreat is an amazing vacation spot for families with lots to do, and a easy going atmosphere. The hosts went above and beyond and the landscape is truly breathtaking. We'll be back.

We had never been to this area of Ontario before and always wanted to. Finding this location on the Bay met our requirements for cozy, rugged beautiful surroundings and some fishing. This location is a must visit if you are wanting a peaceful time away. Word of caution, if you are trying to get here on your own an electronic navigation device with charts is a must. I used my phone and the navionics app and we also had a good device on the boat so it was a breeze for us getting in and finding the island even with some misty rain on the way in. Sitting on the west side of the island looking down into west bay at the sunset with a drink was a highlight. Also catching a 20 pound pike was another highlight. Really appreciate this place meeting expectations. Plan on returning next fall for a similar adventure.

Absolutely Unforgettable Stay! Jessica and Brandon were truly exceptional hosts so kind, responsive, and incredibly helpful throughout our stay. From the moment we arrived, we felt warmly welcomed and completely taken care of. The property itself was beyond our expectations ,peaceful, private, and perfectly nestled by a serene lake. We loved having access to kayaks and a small boat for relaxing lake rides it made the experience even more magical. Whether you’re planning a quiet family getaway or a small celebration like a birthday, this place is an ideal choice. The atmosphere was generous and inviting, and you can truly feel the care the hosts put into every detail. If you’re visiting Española, do yourself a favor and book this Airbnb. It’s not just a place to stay—it’s a place to remember. Highly recommended!

Oliver was very accommodating for my work crew Will definitely consider staying here again in the future