Sleeps 10 to 15.
Ten in beds and up to fifteen on request, across five bedrooms, six beds and two full bathrooms.
Two lake view kings
Upstairs. Both open onto a shared walkout balcony over the water.
Garden view queen
Upstairs, looking out over the garden.
Twin room
Upstairs, with two twin beds.
Main floor queen
No stairs, with a full bathroom on the same floor.
Open weekends coming up
One day here tells you everything.
Chapter one
Morning.
Wake up on the water.
Both upstairs king bedrooms face the lake and share a walkout balcony.
Sunlight lifts the dew while the lake lies still. Ground coffee and filters are waiting. Take your first cup out to the balcony.
The breakfast nook, steps from the deck.
“Mornings with coffee on the deck and evenings watching the water shimmer gave us all the feels.”
Chapter two
The day.
The lake is yours.
Two kayaks and life jackets are included. Cast for Rice Lake’s famous bass and walleye right off the dock, or claim a Muskoka chair and do absolutely nothing.
Lunch happens around the open kitchen, renovated and fully equipped for ten, with a Weber on the patio and propane provided.
“My family had 12 of us staying here and we thoroughly enjoyed the kayaks, fishing at the dock, hot tub and the fire pit.”
Chapter three
Golden hour.
The show starts around seven.
Dinner on the patio, then the best seat on the bay: the hot tub faces west, June through October. Time it right and you soak through the whole show.
Front row seats, every evening.
The cottage faces west across the bay, with nothing on the far shore but parkland.
“A beautiful sunset that you can watch every single night.”
Chapter four
Night.
Stay up late.
The fire pit by the water, and the sky above it.
End the night under a sky full of stars. And on lucky nights, the sky does this:
Aurora over Rice Lake.
Winter doesn’t close the cottage. It transforms it.
The lake freezes solid for ice fishing, 215 km of groomed snowmobile trails start right in Keene, and the slope becomes a private toboggan run.
See every corner.
“We have been to other Airbnbs around Rice Lake, and this is hands down miles ahead of the rest.”
“Jennifer was exceptional. Our family weekend was rescued. Games, hot tub, kayaking, all our needs were met and fun was had.”
“We just returned from our second stay at this incredible cottage. It has clearly earned its status as a guest favourite, and it’s certainly ours.”
Slow down. There’s still lots to do.
Muddy’s Pit BBQ
Legendary wood smoked meats, practically next door.
2 min
Bass & walleye fishing
Among Ontario’s best fishing lakes, right off the dock or by kayak.
Right here
Three sandy beaches
Beavermead, Roger’s Cove and Squirrel Creek, with lifeguards in summer.
20 to 30 min
Rolling Grape Vineyard
Wine tastings, wood fired pizza and live music.
15 min
Riverview Park & Zoo
Free admission, splash park and a mini train kids adore.
20 min
Canadian Canoe Museum
One of TIME’s World’s Greatest Places, 2025.
25 min
Warsaw Caves
Spelunking, hiking and canoeing through limestone caves.
25 min
Lang to Hastings Trail
33 km of flat rail trail for biking and walking, right through Keene.
5 minCommon questions
How many guests does it sleep?
It comfortably sleeps 10 and accommodates up to 15 on request, across 5 bedrooms and 6 beds (2 kings, 2 queens, and 2 twins).
Good to know before you book
You let yourselves in with a smart lock. Check in is after 4 pm and checkout is by 11 am. The renter must be 25 or older, quiet hours are 11 pm to 7 am out of respect for year round neighbours, and there are no parties or events. Small, well behaved pets are welcome (one per booking, a $100 fee). Four of the five bedrooms are up a flight of stairs, with one bedroom and bathroom on the main floor. Guests take their garbage and recycling out at checkout, and we are glad to help arrange disposal.
Can we swim in the lake?
The dock is wonderful for fishing, paddling, and launching a boat, and the water warms up nicely in summer. The shoreline is a natural, weedier lakebed rather than a sandy beach, so for classic sandy swimming most guests head to Beavermead, Roger’s Cove, or Squirrel Creek, all within 20 to 30 minutes. There is also a shallow, sandy stretch of the lake, reachable by boat, that families love.
What’s included?
Five bedrooms, two bathrooms, a renovated full kitchen, hot tub, fire pit, two kayaks, a private dock, a BBQ, and fast wifi (47 Mbps) that reaches down to the fire pit.
What’s provided, and what should we bring?
We provide all bed linens, a kitchen fully equipped for ten (with coffee, oil, and basic seasonings), propane for the BBQ, soap and shampoo, two kayaks with life jackets, and board games. Please bring your own bath towels and paper towels. Firewood is sold on the honour system by a vendor three minutes away.
How are the bedrooms laid out?
Five bedrooms, six beds, and two full bathrooms (one on each floor). Upstairs: two king rooms that share a walkout balcony over the lake, a queen room with a garden view, and a room with two twin beds. On the main floor, a queen room. It sleeps 10 comfortably, with space for larger groups on air mattresses.
Is there parking?
Yes, the driveway comfortably fits 6 cars, which suits a larger group arriving in several vehicles.
Where is the cottage located?
On the waterfront of Rice Lake in Keene, Ontario, in the Kawarthas, about 90 minutes (140 km) east of Toronto and roughly 20 minutes from Peterborough.
Is the cottage available in winter?
Yes, all year. Winter brings the ice and a quiet, snow globe version of the lake.
How is the cottage heated and cooled?
It stays comfortable year round. Summer has central air conditioning, winter has central heating from an electric furnace plus a heat pump in the dining area, and a wood stove indoors for cozy evenings.
Where do we eat and get groceries?
Keene has a Beer Store, an LCBO, and the legendary Muddy’s Pit BBQ two minutes away. Peterborough, about 20 minutes off, covers full grocery stores, restaurants, and a cinema. The renovated kitchen is set up for cooking in for the whole group.
How do I book?
Two ways. Send us an inquiry through the book direct form and we’ll confirm by email (booking direct saves fees for both of us), or reserve instantly on our Airbnb listing (opens in a new tab).
Pick your week at the lake.
Choose your dates and send them to us, and we’ll confirm by email, usually within a day. Booking direct gets you the same nightly rate as Airbnb, without the platform fees.
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Hosted by Long and Jennifer
“Long and Jennifer were extremely gracious hosts, very quick to respond.” Phyllis, October 2024
Questions first? Call or text (647) 518 5647 or email book@twopiggies.com. Prefer Airbnb? You can book there instead (opens in a new tab).