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On-Site at Lake Edge Cottages

At Lake Edge Cottages, an array of engaging activities awaits you within our serene lakeside haven. Delight in the tranquil waters by embarking on a boating adventure or a captained sunset cruise on the picturesque Lake Katchewanooka. Indulge in the thrill of fishing or take a refreshing dip in the inviting waters of the lake or our heated pool. Unwind in selected cottages with the luxury of hot tubs while exploring the enchanting Frog & Turtle Pond or observing the avian wonders through birdwatching. Gather around the firepit for cozy evenings or gaze at the starry skies. Our forested trails beckon exploration, while indoor entertainment options like board games, movies, sports channels, and YouTube videos cater to every preference rain or shine, ensuring a delightful and memorable stay.

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Onsite Activities

  • Complementary Boating: canoes, kayaks, rowboats, paddleboats
  • Motorboat rentals
  • Pontoon boat rental
  • Captained Cruise on Lake Katchewanooka 
  • Fishing
  • Swimming (Lake or heated pool)
  • Hot tubs (selected cottages)
  • Frog & Turtle Pond
  • Bird Watching
  • Firepit
  • Star Gazing
  • Forested Trails 
  • Board games
  • Lawn games
  • Lending Library
  • In-room movies/sports channels/youtube 

Swimming In the Lake...

At Lake Edge you can swim from shore, dock, or boat. The water is shallow near shore and suitable for both children and dogs unaccustomed to water. The bottom is sand and gravel near shore. The further you go out the rockier it gets so we recommend surf socks or water shoes for a sure footing. We have tubes for your floating pleasure. Further south on the lake is a popular sand bar (shallow with sandy bottom) that you can boat to for swimming, an on-board picnic, and water Frisbee.

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Swimming In the Pool...

Our 12 X 40 ft. pool is superb for cooling down on a hot day, swimming lengths, or sunbathing on deck for your leisure and enjoyment. Weather permitting, the pool is open daily from 9:00 am to dusk from May long weekend to late September. Floating devices can be found in the chest near the pool hut.

Fishing

At Lake Edge you can fish from shore, dock, or any of the boats. Perch are proliferate and for those willing to spend time fishing and waiting, Katchewanooka can offer up fine Walleye, Small and Large-Mouth Bass, Muskie, and Carp.

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Boating

At Lake Edge all of our accommodation rates include the use of the canoes, kayaks, paddleboats, and rowboats. All safety equipment is included. Your dogs are of course welcome to join you in all your boating adventures.

Canoeing/Kayaking

Katchewanooka Lake offers the paddler a quiet oasis with plenty of undeveloped shoreline and islands to circumnavigate. The lake is usually calm, especially in the mornings and evenings when the chance to view wildlife is at its best. Nature lovers have shared numerous wildlife pictures of herons, nesting osprey, eye-striking loons, turtles, and the occasional bald eagle.

Motorboat & Pontoon boat Rentals

We have 14 ft. boats with 8 hp 4-stroke motors and a pontoon boat available for rent by the week, day, or half day. Superb for fishing, trolling, or taking a trip into Young’s Point or Lakefield for ice-cream cones, shopping, or a trip to the sand bar for a picnic, water-frisbee, and a swim.

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Captained Boat Cruise

No pleasure craft boater’s license - no problem. For a fee and 24 hours’ notice, we are happy to welcome your family/friends and pet onboard for a sunset cruise on lake Katchewanooka. We can also go through historic lock 27 (100-year-old), and cruise past the mansions on Clear Lake. The trips are approximately 1-1.5hrs hours in length, and you will learn some history about the Trent Severn Waterway, the sacred Polly Cow islands, and see some of our local wildlife which inhabit the area. 

Biking

Bring your bicycle and helmet and explore the many trails nearby or enjoy the less busy country roads that meander among the lakes and rolling countryside. Hwy 28 and many other roads now also have bicycle lanes. Check out the various routes here.

Trails

On-site at Lake Edge you’ll find 12.5 acres of trails through forest and marshland. Great for a morning stroll, jog, or the dog’s daily ritual. The on-site trail can give you a 15-to-20-minute leisurely stroll or longer if you stop to enjoy the birds, turtles, frogs, giant fossil-embedded rocks, wildflowers in the summer, and possibly wildlife sightings (or at least tracks in the winter). The frog & turtle pond will provide our younger guests with great fun, especially if they bring a net to catch the amphibian creatures.

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Outdoor games of Bocce, Cornhole, Badminton, & Croquet

We have plenty of green space to play badminton, cornhole, croquet, or bocce under a sun-filled sky.

Bonfires

There is nothing better than relaxing around the bonfire, enjoying good company, telling stories, and, if you’re lucky, singing a song or two. At Lake Edge we provide the bonfire wood free-of-charge. You are welcome to start a roaring fire in the central bonfire pit as long as the weather permits and it’s not too windy. The young and old alike enjoy roasting marshmallows, hotdogs, and making “smores”. If you like to cook on an open fire, you’re more than welcome to do so. The stars and planets twinkling on the horizon are the icing on the cake after a perfect day at Lake Edge.

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SunDog Covered Patio/Lounge

Rain or shine, Lake Edge guests can enjoy gathering under the roof of our SunDog covered patio (600 sq. ft.), which overlooks a large greenspace where our forest trails begin. This green space also provides another great venue for outdoor games and group activities. Rest-assured that this nook of Lake Edge is within our mosquito-controlled boundaries of the property. 


Alternatively, enjoy reading a book and relaxing in solitude on a rainy morning, while our native woodpeckers and red squirrels keep you company. As day turns to night, you may also notice fire flies twinkling in the woods like the night stars above.

Loungers, Hammocks and Kawartha Chairs/Sunbathing

Simply put, loungers and Kawartha Chairs are meant for lounging. Soak up the sun, rest in the shade under a canopy of leaves while reading a book, or enjoy a daytime snooze. Don’t forget your sunscreen!

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Bird & Wildlife Watching

No matter what the season is, you’ll be entertained by the wildlife: chickadees, woodpeckers, great blue herons, ducks, loons, ospreys, bald eagles, grouse, wild turkeys, mink, beaver, muskrat, otters, frogs, turtles, snakes, fox, deer, rabbits, owls, butterflies and of course the dogs. Bring your binoculars and camera!

Star Gazing

On a clear night, the sky at Lake Edge is a star-gazer's dream. Enjoy spotting the constellations, shooting stars, and the planets hanging low on the horizon. We keep our lights to a minimum in the evening, not only to conserve energy, but to ensure that the stars and moon provide a vivid display.

the aurora borealis is visible in the night sky above the tree
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