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Tranquility on the River

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior detail
Interior
Dining
Property grounds

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

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

Tranquility on the River

Britt is the Hidden Gem of Georgian Bay, easily accessible but thankfully not yet commercialized. A small community of 300 odd friendly folks, it's easily accessible, incredibly rustic, and soothing serene. In summers, make your way to the Ice Cream parlor run by a local serving remarkable treats for the palate or rent a canoe and make your way to Georgian Bay. In winters, rent a shack and go ice fishing in the beautiful Magnetawan.

Spacious and cozy, a bright yellow door welcomes you to the cottage and the soothing sound of flowing water lulls you to sleep. Modern amenities make your stay comfortable while the feeling of being away from it persists, especially at night. With two bedrooms and two bathrooms, there's ample room to enjoy board games on the gaming table, sip your morning coffee in the sunroom, or stargaze on clear nights. There are two queen beds and a bunk bed, making it ideal for four adults and two children or five adults and one child. There’s a dock for your boat, if needed. During your stay you can watch beavers and ducks or hear loons, wave to boats making their way to Georgian Bay, or go swimming in the river. The choice is yours.

In summer, enjoy fishing, boating, and swimming or rent a boat or a canoe and explore. Or sit on the swing and enjoy the breeze. Some of the best fishing includes Small Mouth Bass, Bass, Pike, Perch, Walleye, Catfish, Smelt, Speckle Trout and many more. When winter arrives, the rivers freeze and let you enjoy activities like sledding, shoeing, cross-country skiing, skating, ice fishing and more. On summer weekends, hike across the bridge and enjoy music and karaoke nights at The Happen Inn. Please note, this is a village in unorganized territory, not yet inundated by tourists, so not every city amenity is available. There’s one shop for groceries, basics, and booze, and water comes from a drilled well. There is no trash collection, so we ask guests to carry away their garbage and recyclables, but if this is difficult, we always help with other options.

Fire extinguishers are available in the Sunroom and the Kitchen (under the sink) and a basic First Aid kit is located inside the Cedar bathroom vanity.

Property manager

Sue

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Britt, ON

What's nearby

  • Gun Island - 1 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Key Marina - 14 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Grundy Lake Provincial Park - 17 min drive - 13.1 miles
  • French River Provincial Park - 24 min drive - 20.8 miles
  • Sturgeon Bay Provincial Park - 31 min drive - 24.0 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquility on the River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquility on the River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquility on the River?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tranquility on the River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Huron, Georgian Bay, and Key Marina. Gun Island and Grundy Lake Provincial Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Tranquility on the River Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Keith P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage getaway

Overall we had a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

T. David E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

This is a beautiful property to get away from the hustle and bustle of work and a busy life. Just sitting and watching the river was so very soothing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Luisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful, comfortable weekend

We liked Sue’s cottage, it was comfortable and had pretty much anything we might need for a weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Siddharth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend at Tranquility

The stay was well organized and good. It was a great weekend to wind back and enjoy nature. The place is calm and peaceful. My interactions with the host was very helpful and we enjoyed the place. The host Sur was always ready to help us in any way possible and we appreciate her for that.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jessie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice long weekend getaway

My husband and I had a great time on our extended weekend stay here. The house was clean and well equipped, with lots of useful information in the manual/welcome book. It was nice to be on the river and see and hear the birds. It was also great to be a short drive from different parks and trails. We appreciated Sue’s quick response when we asked her a question the first morning. It was a very nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kayaking Paradise

2 Girlfriends and I came for the week to kayak. What a perfect location to use as a base to launch from nearby beach to explore Georgian Bay or travel up the highway to explore the French River. Sue, the host, was super friendly and quick to respond from time of booking 4 months ago to making sure we were taken care of when we arrived. The cottage is quaint, the beds are super comfortable, the 2 bathrooms have showers which made it easy for everyone to get ready quickly for the day of kayaking and exploring the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage at Britt on the Still River

We enjoyed the stay as whole. The cottage was clean and on the Still River bank. We have seen lots of birds and an otter every day. It was the hottest days of the year, the windows needed open in the night. The water is non-potable water. We brought our own bottled water. The location is easy to find.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Bryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Good Scenery but not what was expected.

Pros: Good scenery, peaceful with nice views, big and clean property, location is within short driving distance to parks/beaches, owner was quick to respond to question/concerns, owner offered partial refund due to BBQ issue Cons: Property amenities on website not accurate No hot tub as mentioned in ad BBQ was not in working condition Bedroom layout is not ideal as one is directly in living room/kitchen area (not quiet) Other bedroom is on opposite end (quiet) River/canal water did not appear clean for swimming from property dock Local resident did not recommend swimming from property dock No garbage disposal in walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We were on a fishing trip in the Key River area and stayed at Tranquility on the River for 4 nights. There was excellent parking for 1 boat and trailer with a nearby receptacle so we could charge our boat at night. The cottage was clean. The linens provided were also clean. The cottage is 2min from a local corner store which has liquor, beer and a small grocery store in case you need anything. The closest boat launch is also 2 min away. The cottage does not have outdoor furniture so bring yourvown folding chairs if you wish to sit out on the deck or dock. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabrie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024