Grotto Basecamp Lodge • 10+ Guests • Mobility‑Friendly
* * * This is New Cottage Rental 2026 * * *
Note: The kitchen is located on the 2nd floor and requires stairs.
Situated on a large 2‑acre lot surrounded by nature, this spacious lodge offers privacy, open space, and easy access for groups and families. Neighbours are 5 acres away, giving you a peaceful, secluded basecamp for your Tobermory adventures.
Both the main entrance and back entrance offer easy, step‑free access to the ground level. Vehicles can be driven right up to the front or back doors for unloading gear and accessing the mudroom + laundry area.
One of the most spacious cottage in Tobermory with Mobility‑Friendly Features
Mobility‑Friendly Features
Designed to support guests who prefer to avoid stairs or have reduced mobility:
• Step‑free entrance to the ground‑level lounge
• Two twin beds on the ground level (no stairs required)
• Spacious open layout with easy movement
• Toilet chair provided
• Bathtub chair provided
• Handheld shower attachment
• Full bathroom on the ground level
• Laundry/mudroom on the ground level
• Easy access to front yard, backyard, and bonfire area
This setup is extremely helpful for guests planning around mobility needs.
The Space
Grotto Basecamp Lodge Your spacious group basecamp — just 3 minutes to The Grotto — designed for families, reunions, and nature‑seekers.
Trade cramped cottages for a large, open lodge where everyone can stay together. Tucked in the Bruce Peninsula, this is your basecamp for hiking, kayaking, turquoise waters, and caves.
• Spacious layout — no need to split groups
• Campfires, shared meals, and starlit nights
• Close to town, Singing Sands Beach, and trails
• Across from a campground (great for extended groups)
• No close neighbours — complete privacy
• Simple, natural, memorable — your Tobermory experience starts here
Property Layout
• Large 2‑acre lot
• Ample parking - 10 cars parking space
• Step‑free ground‑level access
• Vehicles can drive to the back entrance for unloading
• Mudroom + laundry for easy cleaning after outdoor adventures
** Before You Book **
This is a nature‑based stay, not a high‑end luxury home. Located beside Bruce Peninsula National Park, you may encounter wildlife such as turtles, wild turkeys, and insects — all part of the natural ecosystem.
Peak season in Tobermory is busy — we recommend booking Grotto access early.
Important Notes:
Guests must bring their own towels and personal bathroom items.
Supplied Bedding: linens and there are Two pillows per bed and 7 blankets are provided.
Guests Must notify us of Mobility Accessible needs & equipment upon booking.
Guests are expected to clean the cottage as they found it - cleaning supplies provided.
🛌 The Space :
4 Bedrooms
1 additional Lounge/ Bedroom
4 Queen-size bed
1 Double bed
2 Twin
2 Full Bathrooms
Living Areas Multi Level Spacious Home
3 bedrooms upper level, Kitchen Dining with sliding door to top patio & Full Bathroom.
Spacious family room with Large TV sofa loveseat with French door to front yard porch seating area.
Main House Entrance
Entrance Drive up Driveways - Front & Back
Game room Lounge & convert to additional Sleeping area on main ground level.
Kitchen: Fully equipped with cooking essentials.
🌅 Outdoor Features:
upper deck & lower patio with propane BBQ.
Firepit for cozy campfires with Mobility friendly access
📶 Comfort & Convenience:
Wi-Fi internet (Basic Wi-Fi suitable for browsing and streaming).
Quiet, family-friendly area ideal for nature lovers and peaceful getaways.
🎒 What to Bring:
Bedding (sheets and pillowcases) for:
4 Queen bed
1 Double bed
Towels: Bath and beach towels.
Toiletries: Shampoo, conditioner, and personal toiletries.
Supplies: Additional toilet paper (1 roll provided per bathroom).
Footwear: Water shoes (the shoreline has natural rock surfaces).
Hydration: Drinking water (optional, depending on your preference).
Fuel: Firewood for the firepit is not provided.
Cleaning: Guests must clean the cottage before departure and leave it as found; cleaning supplies are provided in top Bathroom cabinet.
BBQ Propane: A tank is provided. If it runs out, guests are responsible for refilling or exchanging it.
Neighborhood Rules: Quiet family-oriented neighborhood—no parties or loud gatherings.
Under Municipality by-laws.
Climate Control:
This is a summer cottage with limited heating - one baseboard heater and several portable heaters available in main closet entrance.
There is no A/C, but fans are available to help keep it cool. open windows for circulation.
🔑 Guest Access:
Guests have full access to the entire cottage and outdoor areas, including all indoor living spaces, the kitchen, family room, both bathrooms, BBQ
🚫 Restricted Areas: The storage in backyard is reserved for the owner and are not accessible to guests.
🛑 House Rules:
No parties
No smoking inside the cottage.
No pets allowed
No loud shouting
Maximum occupancy is 10 people per municipal by-law. Failure to comply and adhere to Municipality Renters Conduct may result in fines or penalties.
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