Q. What town is the cottage close to?
A. Beautiful Log Cottage is just 5 km from Mattawa, Ontario, for groceries, pharmacy services, restaurants, and other essentials.
Q. Is the cottage on the lake?
A. Yes. The cottage is directly on Lake Chantplein, part of the Mattawa River Heritage Waterway. The private beach is directly in front of the cottage, just as shown in the photos.
Q. What are the rates?
A. The nightly rate is $350 for up to 4 guests. Additional guests over 4 are $25 per person per night. There is also a $100 cleaning fee, a $500 refundable security deposit, and a $50 dog fee.
Q. Is there a minimum number of nights we can rent the cottage for?
A. The usual minimum stay is 7 nights. When availability allows between longer bookings, shorter stays of 3 nights or more may occasionally be available.
Q. Is there a cleaning fee even if we leave the cottage very tidy?
A. Yes. There is a $100 cleaning fee. The cottage is professionally cleaned, beds are made with fresh linens, and fresh towels are set out before your arrival.
Q. How many people can stay at the cottage?
A. The cottage sleeps up to 6 guests, including children. It is best suited to a couple, a family, or a small group of friends. Sleeping arrangements include 2 bedrooms in the main cottage plus 1 separate unheated sleep cabin. Please note that there is one bathroom.
Q. Can we bring friends who will use a tent or camper?
A. No. The cottage has a small seasonal septic system and cannot support tents, trailers, or additional overnight guests beyond the approved booking.
Q. Is there a coffee maker or a Keurig?
A. Yes. The cottage has both a coffee maker and a Keurig.
Q. Is there Wi-Fi?
A. Yes. Wi-Fi is provided through Starlink. Netflix is available, and Disney+ and Prime Video can be accessed through your own accounts.
Q. Is there air conditioning?
A. No, there is no air conditioning. There are ceiling fans and several portable fans. Keeping the windows and blinds closed during the hottest part of the day helps the cottage stay relatively cool.
Q. What are the directions to the cottage?
A. Enter 492 Moosehead Road, Mattawan, Ontario in Google Maps. Once there, turn left at the 492A, B, C, D road sign. Drive up the hill and down to the fork in the road, about 100 metres. Turn left at the fork, where you will see a small sign for 492A Moosehead Road. Continue a little farther, about 75 metres, and you will arrive at Beautiful Log Cottage.
Q. Can a boat be launched at the cottage?
A. There is a small gravel boat ramp on the property. A small boat, about 16 feet or less, can be launched from the beach if you have a 4-wheel-drive vehicle.
Q. Are there ATV opportunities nearby?
A. Yes. Moosehead Road connects with the VMUTS trail system, which offers access to roughly 300 kilometres of trails.
Q. Is there a boat or canoe rental facility nearby?
A. Yes. Algonquin Outfitters offers a range of rental options and may also be able to assist with delivery or guide services.
Q. Where do I buy firewood for the fire pit?
A. Beautiful Log Cottage provides a complimentary one-night supply of firewood for the waterside fire pit. If you would like more, tied bundles are available outside the furthest storage shed for $10 per bundle on the honour system. Please leave payment in the glass “Wood Supply” jar in the kitchen. Always use care with outdoor fires, make sure the fire is fully out before leaving it, and do not burn during a fire ban.
Q. Where do I buy ice?
A. Local grocery stores carry ice, and the former Red Wagon chip stand at the intersection of Highway 17 and Pine Street also carries ice.
Q. Is there fishing on the lake?
A. Yes. The lake and surrounding waterway offer fishing for species such as bass, pike, and walleye. Guests are responsible for checking current Ontario fishing licence requirements, seasons, and catch limits before fishing.
A. Beautiful Log Cottage is just 5 km from Mattawa, Ontario, for groceries, pharmacy services, restaurants, and other essentials.
Q. Is the cottage on the lake?
A. Yes. The cottage is directly on Lake Chantplein, part of the Mattawa River Heritage Waterway. The private beach is directly in front of the cottage, just as shown in the photos.
Q. What are the rates?
A. The nightly rate is $350 for up to 4 guests. Additional guests over 4 are $25 per person per night. There is also a $100 cleaning fee, a $500 refundable security deposit, and a $50 dog fee.
Q. Is there a minimum number of nights we can rent the cottage for?
A. The usual minimum stay is 7 nights. When availability allows between longer bookings, shorter stays of 3 nights or more may occasionally be available.
Q. Is there a cleaning fee even if we leave the cottage very tidy?
A. Yes. There is a $100 cleaning fee. The cottage is professionally cleaned, beds are made with fresh linens, and fresh towels are set out before your arrival.
Q. How many people can stay at the cottage?
A. The cottage sleeps up to 6 guests, including children. It is best suited to a couple, a family, or a small group of friends. Sleeping arrangements include 2 bedrooms in the main cottage plus 1 separate unheated sleep cabin. Please note that there is one bathroom.
Q. Can we bring friends who will use a tent or camper?
A. No. The cottage has a small seasonal septic system and cannot support tents, trailers, or additional overnight guests beyond the approved booking.
Q. Is there a coffee maker or a Keurig?
A. Yes. The cottage has both a coffee maker and a Keurig.
Q. Is there Wi-Fi?
A. Yes. Wi-Fi is provided through Starlink. Netflix is available, and Disney+ and Prime Video can be accessed through your own accounts.
Q. Is there air conditioning?
A. No, there is no air conditioning. There are ceiling fans and several portable fans. Keeping the windows and blinds closed during the hottest part of the day helps the cottage stay relatively cool.
Q. What are the directions to the cottage?
A. Enter 492 Moosehead Road, Mattawan, Ontario in Google Maps. Once there, turn left at the 492A, B, C, D road sign. Drive up the hill and down to the fork in the road, about 100 metres. Turn left at the fork, where you will see a small sign for 492A Moosehead Road. Continue a little farther, about 75 metres, and you will arrive at Beautiful Log Cottage.
Q. Can a boat be launched at the cottage?
A. There is a small gravel boat ramp on the property. A small boat, about 16 feet or less, can be launched from the beach if you have a 4-wheel-drive vehicle.
Q. Are there ATV opportunities nearby?
A. Yes. Moosehead Road connects with the VMUTS trail system, which offers access to roughly 300 kilometres of trails.
Q. Is there a boat or canoe rental facility nearby?
A. Yes. Algonquin Outfitters offers a range of rental options and may also be able to assist with delivery or guide services.
Q. Where do I buy firewood for the fire pit?
A. Beautiful Log Cottage provides a complimentary one-night supply of firewood for the waterside fire pit. If you would like more, tied bundles are available outside the furthest storage shed for $10 per bundle on the honour system. Please leave payment in the glass “Wood Supply” jar in the kitchen. Always use care with outdoor fires, make sure the fire is fully out before leaving it, and do not burn during a fire ban.
Q. Where do I buy ice?
A. Local grocery stores carry ice, and the former Red Wagon chip stand at the intersection of Highway 17 and Pine Street also carries ice.
Q. Is there fishing on the lake?
A. Yes. The lake and surrounding waterway offer fishing for species such as bass, pike, and walleye. Guests are responsible for checking current Ontario fishing licence requirements, seasons, and catch limits before fishing.
Health & Safety and other Regulations
Q. What about cleanliness and safety?
A. We keep Beautiful Log Cottage clean, well maintained, and guest-ready for every stay. Before each arrival, the cottage is thoroughly cleaned. Beds are made with fresh linens, and fresh towels are set out for your stay. High-touch surfaces such as door handles, switches, remotes, and counters receive extra attention. Soaps and basic cleaning supplies are available for your use. During your stay, we ask guests to leave the cottage reasonably tidy, follow the check-out notes in the binder, and let us know right away if anything needs attention. We follow current public health guidance and will contact you promptly if any requirements change that affect your reservation.
Q. Are there any local laws or safety rules guests should know about?
A. Yes. We ask all guests to respect and follow applicable federal, provincial, and municipal laws and bylaws during their stay. This may include fishing licence and catch rules, boating, lifejacket, and operator requirements, fire bans and outdoor burning restrictions, and local noise, parking, and other municipal bylaws. Rules can vary by season and location, so if you plan to fish, boat, or have a fire, please check current requirements first. We are always glad to help direct you to the right information.
Q. Can we smoke?
A. No. Smoking is not permitted in the cottage or anywhere on the property. Evidence of smoking will result in forfeiture of the security deposit.
Q. Can we have a fire in the fire pit, and what should we know about firewood and fire safety?A. Yes, but please use care. Firewood may be purchased locally. Always supervise outdoor fires, keep them small and manageable, ensure the fire is fully out before leaving it, and never use the fire pit during a fire ban.
Q. Can we have fireworks?
A. No. For safety reasons and out of respect for the surrounding wildlife, fireworks are not permitted at any time.
Q. What if we have other questions?
A. Please contact us through the website and we will be glad to help.
Q. What about cleanliness and safety?
A. We keep Beautiful Log Cottage clean, well maintained, and guest-ready for every stay. Before each arrival, the cottage is thoroughly cleaned. Beds are made with fresh linens, and fresh towels are set out for your stay. High-touch surfaces such as door handles, switches, remotes, and counters receive extra attention. Soaps and basic cleaning supplies are available for your use. During your stay, we ask guests to leave the cottage reasonably tidy, follow the check-out notes in the binder, and let us know right away if anything needs attention. We follow current public health guidance and will contact you promptly if any requirements change that affect your reservation.
Q. Are there any local laws or safety rules guests should know about?
A. Yes. We ask all guests to respect and follow applicable federal, provincial, and municipal laws and bylaws during their stay. This may include fishing licence and catch rules, boating, lifejacket, and operator requirements, fire bans and outdoor burning restrictions, and local noise, parking, and other municipal bylaws. Rules can vary by season and location, so if you plan to fish, boat, or have a fire, please check current requirements first. We are always glad to help direct you to the right information.
Q. Can we smoke?
A. No. Smoking is not permitted in the cottage or anywhere on the property. Evidence of smoking will result in forfeiture of the security deposit.
Q. Can we have a fire in the fire pit, and what should we know about firewood and fire safety?A. Yes, but please use care. Firewood may be purchased locally. Always supervise outdoor fires, keep them small and manageable, ensure the fire is fully out before leaving it, and never use the fire pit during a fire ban.
Q. Can we have fireworks?
A. No. For safety reasons and out of respect for the surrounding wildlife, fireworks are not permitted at any time.
Q. What if we have other questions?
A. Please contact us through the website and we will be glad to help.