Welcome to Goodfriend Cottage, a charming, century-old 3-bedroom, 2-bath waterfront home nestled on the south shore of scenic Howe Island in the heart of the 1000 Islands region. Ideal for families, couples, or small groups looking for privacy, comfort, and a true Canadian cottage experienceâall just a short drive from Ottawa, Toronto, and Kingston.
đProperty Highlights
âą đ 3 Bedrooms (Queen & Double beds)
âą đ 2 Full Bathrooms
âą đ
Sunroom, Deck, Outdoor Firepit
âą đ Private Waterfront, Dock, Boat Launch
âą đ¶ Kayaks Available for Guest Use
âą đ„ BBQ & Fully Equipped Kitchen
âą đ§ș Washer & Dryer
âą đ Year-round access via 24/7 car ferry (5-minute crossing)
đ Inside the Cottage
The cottage features a bright and cozy interior, with a sun-filled living area, fully equipped kitchen, and three comfortable second-floor bedrooms. Enjoy meals in the sunroom or unwind with a board game by the fire. Linens and drinking water are provided, and rural Wi-Fi is available for your convenience.
Sleeping Arrangements:
âą Bedroom 1: Queen bed
âą Bedroom 2: Double bed
âą Bedroom 3: Double bed
đł Outdoor Living
Relax on the spacious deck, roast marshmallows around the outdoor firepit, or sip your morning coffee as the sun rises over the water. The property offers clear, shallow waterfront accessâgreat for kidsâand a private dock and boat launch for your kayaks or watercraft.
đ¶ Local Activities & Attractions
âą Fishing, swimming, kayaking right from your private shoreline
âą Explore the 1000 Islands National Park (short paddle or drive)
âą 30km+ island road biking loop and walking trails
âą Baseball diamond & pickleball court nearby
âą Gananoque (20 min) & Kingston (30 min) offer shops, restaurants, and more
Note: There are no stores or restaurants on Howe Island, so plan ahead. The ferry operates 24/7 and costs $10 per car.
đ Getting Here
âą đŁ 15 minutes from Hwy 401
âą đ 2 hours from Ottawa
âą đ 3 hours from Toronto
âą đą 5-minute ferry ride (runs 24/7, year-round)
Long-term rentals are available, contact us for details.