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Hillside Haven Retreat: Sunroom & Pond Escape

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A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a dining area.
A room with a foosball table, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.
A dining area with a large table set for four, surrounded by large windows offering a view of a lush garden.
A covered outdoor deck with a wooden pergola, a bench, and a chair.
A spacious living room with large windows, a grey sofa set, a wooden coffee table with candles, and a chandelier.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Markdale, ON
  • Place, Epping Lookout Conservation Area
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Thornbury Harbour
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Mountain Beach
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the area

Markdale

At this holiday home, you'll be 11.6 km (7.2 mi) from Hines Lake and 11.7 km (7.2 mi) from Connell's Lake. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features 1.5 bathrooms, a balcony and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Grey Highlands holiday home include Lake Huron and Georgian Bay.

What's nearby

  • Epping Lookout Conservation Area - 15 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Meaford Harbour - 21 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Thornbury Harbour - 25 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 26 min drive - 31.2 km
  • Eugenia Lake - 27 min drive - 35.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Falls Inn and Spa - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hillside Haven Retreat: Sunroom & Pond Escape

Escape to Hillside Haven Retreat – a serene 3-bedroom hillside sanctuary. Relax in the airy screened-in sunroom with stunning views or explore the peaceful pond and surrounding trails. Unwind in the cozy living room or prepare meals in the fully equipped kitchen. Modern amenities like high-speed WiFi and smart TV make your stay comfortable. Book this tranquil escape to reconnect with nature and experience a true haven above it all.

Step into Hillside Haven Retreat and be warmly welcomed by the spacious screened-in sunroom, offering stunning views of the pond and hillside. This charming 3-bedroom retreat provides the perfect blend of comfort and tranquility, seamlessly combining a cozy living room, an inviting dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen. Whether you`re lounging on plush furnishings, sharing meals with loved ones, or cooking up your favourite dishes, the open-concept layout allows you to make cherished memories in this thoughtfully designed haven.

♛ MAIN HOUSE ♛

With ample natural light and breathtaking hillside views, the living area is ideal for cooking, relaxing, and socializing.

★ Living Room ★
Relax on the comfortable furnishings while watching your favourite shows on the smart TV, or enjoy the cozy ambiance of the electric fireplace as you gaze out through the sunroom`s large windows.

✔ Two Cozy Sofas with Pillows & Blankets
✔ Electric Fireplace
✔ Smart TV
✔ Coffee Table
✔ Reading Lamp

★ Kitchen & Dining ★
Prepare gourmet meals effortlessly in the modern, well-equipped kitchen with sleek countertops and all the essentials. The convenient coffee and tea station ensures you start each morning on the right foot.

✔ Microwave
✔ Oven
✔ Range/Stove
✔ Toaster
✔ Blender
✔ Coffee Maker & Hot Water Kettle (Coffee/Tea Station)
✔ Dishwasher
✔ Refrigerator/Freezer
✔ Sink - Hot & Cold Water
✔ Trays
✔ Glasses
✔ Silverware
✔ Pots & Pans

Gather around the dining table to share a meal together.

✔ Dining Table with Seating for 6
✔ Island Bar Seating for 3

★ Sleeping Arrangements - 3 Bedrooms ★
Three inviting bedrooms provide maximum comfort with plush beds and convenient amenities.

♛ Bedroom 1: Queen-Size Bed
♛ Bedroom 2: Queen-Size Bed
♛ Bedroom 3: Two Queen-Size Beds

Each bedroom includes:

✔ Premium Pillows, Linens, and Sheets
✔ Dresser or Closet with Hangers and Shelves
✔ Night Stand with Reading Light

★ Bathroom ★
The two full bathrooms include fresh towels and essential toiletries.

✔ Shower/Tub Combination
✔ Vanity
✔ Mirror
✔ Toilet
✔ Towels
✔ Essential Toiletries
✔ Hair Dryer

★ Basement Recreation Area ★
Head downstairs to the entertainment zone featuring a foosball table, poker table, workout equipment, and a second TV for even more fun and relaxation.

✔ Foosball Table
✔ Poker Table
✔ Workout Equipment
✔ TV

♛ OUTDOOR AREAS ♛

Relax and unwind outdoors, surrounded by nature`s beauty.

★ Pond & Backyard ★
Enjoy the peaceful pond or take a stroll through the backyard trails.

✔ Fire Pit with Surrounding Seating
✔ Outdoor Patio Seating for 6
✔ Private Trail Access

Escape the everyday and experience hillside tranquility at Hillside Haven Retreat. We can`t wait to host you!

The property is exclusively yours, without interruption during your stay, so relax, unwind, and make yourself at home.

Other than the already mentioned amenities, our home also comes with the following:

✔ High-Speed Wi-Fi
✔ Self Check-In (Smart Lock)
✔ Air Conditioning
✔ Heating
✔ Washer/Dryer
✔ Iron/Board
✔ Free Parking

★ Fun & Games ★

✔ Foosball Table
✔ Poker Table
✔ Board games

★ Outdoor Amenities ★
✔ Fire pit
✔ BBQ
✔ Pond with Dock
✔ Hammock

We will be accessible 24/7 for our guests via phone, text, or the Airbnb app.
Expect a quick and prompt response. We give our guests space but are available for every inquiry.

As of Oct 2026-May 2026, Aram will be staying in the bunkie on the property behind the main house. He has a dog with him. The main house is exclusively yours.

Most of the time we will not be available to meet with guests but don`t hesitate to contact us.

Contact us now so we can begin arranging your perfect vacation!

★ Before You Book ★
Please review the following details before completing your reservation:

- Maximum occupancy: 11 guests. All guests must be registered on the reservation.
- The nightly rate includes up to 6 guests. Each additional guest beyond 6 is subject to a $30 per person, per night fee, up to a maximum of 11 guests.
- Check-in: 4:00 PM | Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Children are welcome, but please note that infant-specific amenities are not provided.
- As of Oct 2026-May 2026, Aram will be staying in the bunkie on the property behind the main house. He has a dog with him. The main house is exclusively yours.

★ Meaford is proudly a LGBTQ+ friendly town! ★

★ COVID-19 SANITIZATION ★
Health, safety, and well-being of our guests are of utmost importance. For this reason, we use a thorough cleaning process after each check-out.

★ PET-FRIENDLY HOME ★
Bring your furry friends along for an exciting vacation. They`ll enjoy and run around the spacious backyard while you relax on the comfy patio.

★ NO SMOKING INSIDE ★
Please refrain from smoking inside the home! Any smoking evidence will result in a fee for odour removal and furniture cleaning.

★ NO PARTIES/EVENTS ★
We kindly ask you to treat our home as your own to preserve its pristine condition for future guests and your return visits.

★ NOISE MONITORING ★
To ensure you have a wonderful stay, we’ve equipped this home with a Minut sensor. It monitors noise (but does not record sound), occupancy, temperature and humidity, helping us keep our home and our neighbourhood safe, healthy and comfortable. It notifies us if it gets too loud, to ensure all guests have a pleasant stay and our neighbours are not disturbed.

★ GUIDEBOOKS ★
We take being good hosts seriously, and we are proud `Hostfully Hosts.` This means when you stay with us, we will email you a Hostfully guidebook link. The guidebook contains all the essential information about your stay, as well as provide recommendations for things to do in the surrounding areas. It`s easy to navigate, and if you are out and about, you can access it from your phone.

Thank you very much for your understanding.
- Maximum occupancy is 11 guests. All guests must be listed on the reservation.
- The nightly rate includes up to 6 guests. Each additional guest beyond 6 is subject to a $30 per person, per night fee, up to a maximum of 11 guests.
- No additional visitors are permitted beyond those listed on the reservation. Thank you for respecting this.
- No parties or events
- Smoking is not allowed indoors. Please smoke outside while enjoying the fresh air.
- As part of your cleaning fee, we are able to dispose of 4 full sized garbage/recycling bags. You will need to ensure your garbage & recyclables are split into separate clear bags (provided) of a) garbage, b) cans/plastic/glass, c) fiber/paper, e) beer/liquor beverage containers. For every additional bag of garbage/recycling there is an additional charge of $20/bag in order to arrange for additional garbage removal. Additionally if your garbage and recycling is not sorted properly and requires additional handling to meet municipality dump requirements we will need to charge an additional $10/bag.
- To help keep the space clean, we are a no-shoes household. Please remove your shoes immediately after entering the cottage
- Please lock the door when you leave the cottage unattended
- Please turn off lights when you are finished in a space/room. Let’s be energy conscious together!
- The cottage plumbing runs to a septic system on the property. Please only flush toilet paper down the toilet.
- Loud music is not permitted outside as per the municipality by-law.
- As of Oct 2026-May 2026, Aram will be staying in the bunkie on the property behind the main house. He has a dog with him. The main house is exclusively yours.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

- Maximum occupancy is 11 guests. All guests must be listed on the reservation. - The nightly rate includes up to 6 guests.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

277154

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Hillside Haven Retreat: Sunroom & Pond Escape?

The closest beach to Hillside Haven Retreat: Sunroom & Pond Escape is Little River Park (18.6 km).

Does Hillside Haven Retreat: Sunroom & Pond Escape have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hillside Haven Retreat: Sunroom & Pond Escape?

No, Hillside Haven Retreat: Sunroom & Pond Escape does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hillside Haven Retreat: Sunroom & Pond Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Hillside Haven Retreat: Sunroom & Pond Escape Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Christian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026