Discover Tobermory’s Cozy Cottage Rentals
Tobermory, Ontario, is a hidden gem at the northern tip of the Bruce Peninsula, known for its stunning natural beauty and outdoor activities. The Fathom Five National Marine Park, with its crystal-clear waters and shipwrecks, is a haven for scuba divers and snorkelers. The Bruce Trail offers panoramic views of Georgian Bay and the rugged coastline. Accessible by boat, Flowerpot Island is famous for unique rock formations and diverse flora.
Tobermory’s local eateries provide delightful culinary experiences. Shipwreck Lee’s Pirate Bistro is a seafood lover’s favorite, while The Fish & Chip Place serves classic fish and chips. Tobermory Brewing Company & Grill offers a delicious menu and brews its own craft beers, perfect for enjoying with scenic harbor views.
Exploring Tobermory’s vibrant local breweries is a must. The Tobermory Brewing Company & Grill stands out with its handcrafted beers. Nearby breweries like Kilannan Brewing Company and Northwinds Brewery offer additional craft beer experiences.
Outdoor enthusiasts can hike to Overhanging Point on the Bruce Trail, relax at Little Cove, or explore shipwrecks in Big Tub Harbour via Blue Heron Cruises or a Glass Bottom Boat Tour. The Chi Cheemaun Ferry Cruise to Manitoulin Island and Singing Sands Beach offer more relaxation opportunities. Educational exhibits can be found at the Bruce Peninsula National Park and Fathom Five National Marine Park Visitor Centre.
Nearby attractions include The Grotto in Bruce Peninsula National Park, the Big Tub Lighthouse, and the Flowerpot Island Lighthouse. Lion’s Head and Wiarton, both short drives away, offer additional scenic views, outdoor activities, and essential services.
- 1.On the Rocks
- 2.Dorcas Bay Cottage
- 3.A Big Deck and a Matching Lawn
- 4.Up High over Cameron Lake
- 5.Lakewinds Cottage
- 6.Dock on the Rocks
- 7.Hay Bay Hide-Away
- 8.Warner Bay
- 9.Eco Friendly Escape
- 10.One Bedroom with Lake Views
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On the Rocks
This fully renovated, 2000 square foot, 4 bedroom cottage, perched along the rocky edge of Big Tub Harbour in Tobermory, has stunning views of the Lighthouse and the crystalline waters where Georgian Bay meets Lake Huron. The master bedroom on the main level offers a luxurious retreat with a King-size bed, ceiling fan, and an exquisite ensuite featuring a jetted tub, a separate curb-less walk-in shower with a rainfall shower head and four massaging jets, and a double sink vanity. There are multiple decks totalling 1700 square foot with a hammock. There’s also a hot tub, fire pit, washer & dryer, propane barbeque, pool table, patio table with 6 chairs, and some lounging muskoka chairs.
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Dorcas Bay Cottage
Dorcas Bay Cottage is an A-frame cottage with three bedrooms and two washrooms on Lake Huron, just 15 km from Tobermory. It has a stunning boardwalk that leads to a lakeside deck. There’s a selection of boardgames and books, a propane barbeque, an outdoor fire pit (bring your own wood), patio dining table and chairs, a sandbox, a trampoline, and bicycles. The shoreline is perfect for swimming, with a gradual entry into the water that becomes deeper as you venture further out, making it suitable for all swimming levels. There’s a dock and two kayaks, with a public boat launch and marina nearby.
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A Big Deck and a Matching Lawn
This 4 bedroom cottage is set on a deep landscaped lot with a world-class view and 66 feet of private waterfront with gradual entry and sunset views of Georgian Bay. There are cathedral ceilings, an open concept floor plan, and floor to ceiling windows that allow for abundant natural lighting. There’s a propane and an electric fireplace, an air hockey table, a patio table with six chairs, games such as badminton, lawn darts, croquet, and 2 tennis rackets and balls. There’s also a propane barbeque, fire pit, a and a dock with two kayaks to enjoy.
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Up High over Cameron Lake
This airy and open concept four bedroom, 1 bathroom, and 1400 square foot south facing waterfront cottage with sunset views is located on a high shoreline section of Cameron Lake in the heart of the Bruce Peninsula National Park. It has a fully equipped kitchen, and sliding glass doors that lead from the main living area to a new and expansive 900 square foot exterior deck that extends the entire width of the cottage. This deck contains various conversation and dining areas , as well as several shade umbrella. There’s a propane barbeque, fire pit, 25 foot dock, and a boat, canoe, and kayaks. The shoreline has a gradual entry, and the bottom of lake is sandy with silt.
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Lakewinds Cottage
“Lakewinds Cottage” is a four-bedroom, 2200 square foot, waterfront property located on the Niagara Escarpment at the tip of the Bruce Peninsula, with views of Georgian Bay, 1.5km from the Tobermory. On the main level is a bedroom with a queen size bed and a 4-piece bathroom. The upper level has 3 bedrooms; one with a King and double pull out sofa, one with 1 single and a pull-out single cot and the third bedroom has 2 single beds. A second four-piece bathroom can also be found up here. There’s a propane barbeque, patio table with six chairs, three loungers, eight Muskoka chairs, patio swing, a trampoline, three kayaks, a fire pit, and a couple smaller bikes. There are views of the Fathom Five and Flowerpot Island, and easy access to launch kayaks or go swimming from the lower flat rocks.
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Dock on the Rocks
“Dock on the Rocks” is a spacious 1900 square foot., 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom cottage on the shores of Hay Bay’s sheltered inlet. Amenities include a propane barbeque, a stone patio with a fire pit, patio furniture, table, 8 chairs, umbrella, loungers and Muskoka chairs. On the water is a 24 foot dock and a kayak to use. Check Out This Cottage’s Instagram for More Pictures at @dockontherocks.
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Hay Bay Hide-Away
“Hay Bay Hide-Away” is a 1400 square foot, 4 bedroom cottage, located on the sheltered inlet of Hay Bay, a 15 minute walk from Tobermory. There’s a propane barbeque, patio table with 9 chairs, picnic table, bench swing, 9 muskoka chairs, a fire pit, a regulation basketball net, and a swing set & slide. On the water there’s a 50′ dock, four kayaks (2 adult, 2 child), a canoe with paddles, a paddle boat, paddle board, and boat docking available on property, with a public boat launch 3 km away at tobermory Harbour.
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Warner Bay
This three-bedroom waterfront cottage in Warner Bay on Lake Huron is adorned with natural tongue and groove pine, cathedral ceiling, fieldstone fireplace, and an expansive living room featuring a floor-to-ceiling window that provides an incredible panoramic view of the lake. There’s a propane barbeque, fire pit, and a selection of board games. By the water is a 15′ dock, Beach toys, and three Kayaks,.
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Eco Friendly Escape
This three bedroom, 2200 square foot, eco-friendly cottage is in Hay Bay, just 4 km from the Tobermory. A wooden exterior and interior gives it a rustic charm, with exposed beam architecture and a mezzanine. There’s a gas fireplace inlay in stone, propane barbeque, fire bowl, a huge lawn, patio table with 8 chairs, snowshoes, hiking poles, and, down by the water, a long, big, and wide dock, a canoe and a kayak.
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One Bedroom with Lake Views
This 1 bedroom, 550 square foot, open-concept cottage with a rustic wooden interior has a comfy living room with a fireplace and a outdoor patio with a table, six chairs, another six Muskoka chairs, and views of the lake. There’s a fire bowl, badminton and croquet sets, and a wood stove.
Booking a cottage is the first step in planning your Tobermory vacation. With so much to do, see, and experience Bruce Peninsula has something for everyone. Explore cottage country with ease, as we have lots of information that can help you plan your perfect cottage vacation. If we can help in any way, please send us an email or give us a call.
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