Waterfront Cottage on the Lake with Game Room, Sunroom, Indoor Fireplace

Welcome to Jacob’s Lakehouse - a waterfront cottage on Upper Buckhorn Lake, about two hours from Toronto and five minutes from Buckhorn.

Enjoy sunset views, two decks, a wood-burning fireplace and a games room, with space for family meals and time together. Spend summer days exploring the lake, take in autumn colours from the waterfront, or settle in for a quiet winter weekend of fireside evenings and friendly competition downstairs.

🏡 THE COTTAGE

The open-concept kitchen, dining and living area keeps everyone connected, whether you’re preparing dinner, playing a board game or relaxing by the fireplace. Warm wood finishes and lake views give the space its welcoming cottage feel.

The kitchen includes a dishwasher, and Wi-Fi is available throughout your stay. For quieter downtime, the sunroom offers lake views, a reading library and a selection of board games.

Downstairs, the recreation room includes:
• Pool table
• Ping-pong
• Dartboard
• Karaoke
• Smart TV

🛏️ BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS

Three bedrooms accommodate up to seven guests:
• Bedroom 1: One queen bed
• Bedroom 2: One double bed
• Bedroom 3: One single-over-double bunk bed

Two pullout couches in shared living areas provide additional sleeping space, bringing maximum occupancy to ten.

Linens and towels are provided.

The cottage has one full indoor bathroom and one powder room. An outdoor shower overlooking the lake is available seasonally.

🌅 WATERFRONT & OUTDOOR SPACE

Take in northwest lake views and sunsets from the two decks, relax in the hammock swing, or gather around the waterfront firepit when weather permits.

The property has a private dock and a gradual walk-in shoreline. This is a natural waterfront with a rocky bottom; water shoes are recommended.

During the warmer months, guests can enjoy:
• Two kayaks
• A stand-up paddleboard
• A three-person canoe
• A two-person pedal boat
• A large floating water mat

Life jackets are provided in a variety of sizes.

🎣 FISHING

Bring your fishing gear! Upper Buckhorn Lake offers fishing for bass, walleye, muskie and panfish. Cast from the dock or explore the lake, following applicable fishing seasons, licensing requirements and regulations.

📍 LOCATION

Buckhorn is approximately five minutes away, with groceries, an LCBO and restaurants. A boat launch is approximately one minute from the cottage.

Nearby destinations include:
• Lakefield — approximately 20 minutes
• Bobcaygeon — approximately 25 minutes
• Peterborough — approximately 30 minutes
• Riverview Park & Zoo — approximately 25 minutes, with free admission

Travel times are approximate and depend on traffic.

Jacob’s Lakehouse is our family’s cottage, and we aim to host it the way we would want a place run for our own family: clean, well stocked and honest about what to expect. If you have questions before or during your stay, you’ll be speaking directly with Jacob.

We look forward to welcoming you to Upper Buckhorn Lake.