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Horseshoe Lake Templar Cottage

Very private cottage on 32 acres with 200 feet of shoreline

$4,100 - $2,500
Sunday to Sunday
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Horseshoe Lake Templar Cottage - A one of a kind experience
Horseshoe Lake Templar Cottage - A one of a kind experience
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - View out to the lake
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - View out to the lake
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Waterfront
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Waterfront
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Ariel of this large property
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Ariel of this large property
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Sandy entry and huge shoreline
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Sandy entry and huge shoreline
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Waterfront with fire pit
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Waterfront with fire pit
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Dock and lily pad
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Dock and lily pad
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Set back from the lake
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Set back from the lake
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Living room view of kitchen
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Living room view of kitchen
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Living room view of kitchen
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Living room view of kitchen
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Kitchen
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Kitchen
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Dining room
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Dining room
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Dining room
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Dining room
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Primary Bedroom - Queen
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Primary Bedroom - Queen
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Primary Bedroom - Queen
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Primary Bedroom - Queen
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Bedroom 2 - Queen
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Bedroom 2 - Queen
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Bedroom 3 - Queen
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Bedroom 3 - Queen
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Access to loft
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Access to loft
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Loft with double and single
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Loft with double and single
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Main 3 piece bathroom
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Main 3 piece bathroom
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - North wing family room
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - North wing family room
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - North wing family room
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - North wing family room
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - North wing family room - murphy bed
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - North wing family room - murphy bed
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - 3 piece bathroom
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - 3 piece bathroom
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Deck dining and BBQ
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Deck dining and BBQ
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Deck dining
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Deck dining
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - BBQ on back deck
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - BBQ on back deck
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Path to lake
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Path to lake
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - View to the north from the dock
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - View to the north from the dock
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Outdoor deck among the trees
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Outdoor deck among the trees
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Steps to the bunkie
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Steps to the bunkie
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Bunkie over looking the lake
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Bunkie over looking the lake
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Bunkie - 2 single bunk beds
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Bunkie - 2 single bunk beds
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Bunkie deck over looking the lake
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Bunkie deck over looking the lake
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Experience Nature!
Haliburton Cottage - Horseshoe Lake Templar - Experience Nature!
  • Sleeps 8
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathroom(s)
  • 1 Bunkie (sleeps 4)
  • Dogs
  • Wifi
  • Laundry
  • Dishwasher
  • Max. Adults 6
  • Hot Tub

Horseshoe Lake Templar Cottage - Very Private Winter and Summer Cottage with Excellent Waterfront 

Why choose Horseshoe Lake Templar Cottage for your family vacation? 

  • Privacy - 30+ acres of mature forest and over 200 feet of shoreline 
  • Central location between Minden and Haliburton for easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment 
  • Horseshoe Lake Templar cottage has western exposure for all day sun 
  • Beautiful grounds with babbling brook, leading out to clean waterfront on Horseshoe Lake
  • Sleeping bunkie available in summer months with lakeside view 

Family activities to enjoy while staying at Horseshoe Lake Templar Cottage:

  • Awesome water toys available for all-day lakeside fun 
  • Outdoor dining space on large dock or deck with BBQ
  • Lakeside fire pit for evening campfires 
  • Situated on a two-lake chain with great fishing
  • Board games, DVD player and WIFI available for nighttime entertainment or during rainy days 

5 of the best features of Horseshoe Lake Templar Cottage:

  1. Templar is a beautiful cottage. We love everything about it. The highlight is the interesting art on all the walls. I would love to come back here in the summer and explore the lake. Guest Dec 2019
  2. Solitude and privacy on this large acreage with sand entry waterfront
  3. All-season cottage - available year-round for vacations in the Haliburton Highlands
  4. Unique modern, yet cozy, interior with ample room for multi-generational families to come together 
  5. A canoe, 2 kayaks, a paddleboard, row boat and lily pad - all available with rental! 

How CCR can help with your vacation at Horseshoe Lake Templar Cottage? 

  • Careful matching of guests to cottages
  • Timely information leading up to your vacation
  • Assistance in finding the right activity or dining experience in the Haliburton Highlands 

Your one adult dog is welcome at Horsehoe Lake Templar Cottage 

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General Overview

  • Cleaning Supplies
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Pillows and Blankets Provided
  • Starter Supply of Paper Products

Air Conditioning and Heating

  • Fireplace/Wood Stove
  • Forced Air Heat
  • Free Standing Fan(s)

Water Supply/Septic System

  • Bring Drinking Water
  • Gravity
  • Septic Tank
  • Well Water

Water is from a drilled Artesian well.


Kitchen

  • Coffee Maker
  • Dishes
  • Dishwasher
  • Fridge and Stove
  • Kettle
  • Microwave
  • Pots and Pans
  • Toaster
  • Utensils

Bedrooms

Bedroom 1

  • Queen Bed(s) (1)
  • Free Standing Fan

Bedroom 2

  • Queen Bed(s) (1)
  • Free Standing Fan

Bedroom 3

  • Queen Bed(s) (1)
  • Free Standing Fan

Sleeping loft

For older children or young adults.

  • Double Bed(s) (1)
  • Single Bed(s) (1)

North Wing Family Room

Murphy bed

  • Queen Bed(s) (1)

Bathrooms

Two 3 piece with shower

Bunkies

Bunkie - 2 sets of single bunks

  • Sleeps 4
  • Maximum Adults: 2
  • Deck Chairs
  • Single/Single Bunk (2)

Indoor Entertainment

  • Board Games
  • DVD Player (1)
  • Television with HDMI (1)
  • WiFi

You can bring a streaming device and connect it to the TV.


Outdoor Amenities

  • BBQ (Refillable Propane)
  • Beach Chairs
  • Deck
  • Deck Chairs
  • Dock Ladder
  • Fire Pit
  • Hot Tub
  • Parking Spaces (4)
  • Patio Furniture

Water Toys

  • Canoe (1)
  • Kayak (2)
  • Row Boat (1)
  • Stand-up Paddle Board (SUP) (1)
  • Water Toys

Waterfront and Shoreline

  • Deep Entry off Dock
  • Gentle Slope to Lake
  • Sandy Bottom

Only use the fire pit that is at the shoreline.   Sand shoreline is very gradual walk in.

There is a 'lily pad' for guest use.


Arrival/Departure Time

Check in time Sunday at 4:00 PM and check out time is Sunday at 11:00 AM

Important Guest Information

All of our cottages are checked in between each group of Guests to confirm that everything is in order for your arrival.

Important guest information:

  • Pillows and blankets are provided.
  • Bed sheets, indoor and outdoor towels and kitchen linens are not provided - you will need to bring your own. Bed sizes are indicated in the listing. 
  • You will need to tidy the cottage and grounds as well as remove all garbage and food when you check out.
  • Should we have to do an emergency clean and/or remove any garbage/recycling, fees will be applied per the Terms and Conditions you agreed to.
  • BBQ Gas is provided.
  • Smoking/vaping and the lighting of candles is not permitted within the cottage.
  • Please be sure to watch and clean up after your dog and do not allow it to wander to the neighbour’s property.
  • You can also find helpful information in our FAQs.

Remember to bring:

  • Drinking Water - Water is from a drilled Artesian well, great for drinking and safe for bathing and cooking. Bring drinking water if you are unaccustomed to rural water systems. We encourage guests to not bring single use plastic water bottles, rather, large refillable jugs. 
  • Properly sized life jackets for everyone participating in water activities (pertaining to summer bookings).
  • Toilet paper, paper towel and tissue - a starter supply is provided so please replenish what you use.
  • Firewood - If intending to use the cottage fire pit, please ensure you source firewood local to the cottage to prevent the transit of invasive species to our area.
  • A flashlight with fresh batteries for those dark evenings!

A Welcome Book, located on the kitchen table, contains important guest information upon your arrival - please ensure you familiarize yourself with its contents, such as:

  • garbage information - please bring Clear Garbage Bags, there is no compost program - all compost goes into household, recycling is mandatory with details in the welcome book
  • location of cleaning supplies
  • power failure instructions
  • primary contact information.

The Owner appreciates you enjoying the cottage and we all hope you have a wonderful vacation.

Minimum Stay:

Summer: 1 week minimum stay

Off Season: 2 night minimum stay

Christmas and New Years: 5 night minimum stay

Rental Type Dates Nightly Weekly Minimum Stay
CottageSummer
2024-06-28 to 2024-09-02
N/A$4,100 *1 Weeks
Fall, Winter, Spring
2023-09-12 to 2024-06-27
$360 *$2,500 *2 Nights
Family Day
2024-02-16 to 2024-02-19
$360 *$2,500 *2 Nights
March Break
2024-03-08 to 2024-03-17
$360 *$2,500 *2 Nights
Thanksgiving
2023-10-05 to 2023-10-09
$360 *$2,500 *3 Nights
Xmas/New Year
2023-12-20 to 2024-01-03
$360 *$2,500 *5 Nights

Mandatory Services

  • Non-Refundable Booking Fee: $175.00 per stay plus HST
  • Cleaning: $300.00 per stay plus HST
    • Mandatory clean on departure service provided. Guests are still required to leave the cottage tidy, all food removed, garbage and recycling properly sorted and taken to the landfill on departure.

Optional Services

  • Hot Tub Rental Fee: $550.00 per stay plus HST
    • A hot tub can be arranged to be delivered prior to your stay, it is a rented hot tub as there is no permanent hot tub at the cottage.

Payment Notes

There is a deposit required of 30% of the rental rate plus the Non-Refundable Booking  Fee and HST upon booking and we will use your VISA or MC. 

The balance is due 60 days in advance of your arrival by email transfer, post-dated cheque or credit card.

Thank you for choosing us to create your cottage memories!

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Review of H. S.'s stay in Jul 2022

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Guest Comments: We’ve come here several years now both winter and summer and love it. The setting and the cottage are unique and beautiful. There have been several upgrades in the cottage and the property is very well cared for. Absolutely recommend this management team. They do a fantastic job.

Submitted: Jul 2022

Review of B. L.'s stay in Jul 2021

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Submitted: Jul 2021

Review of M. P.'s stay in Dec 2020

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Guest Comments: We loved it !

Submitted: Jan 2021

Review of C. . M. .'s stay in Aug 2020

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Guest Comments: Awesome time! Thanks

Submitted: Aug 2020

Review of H. S.'s stay in Dec 2019

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Guest Comments: Templar is a beautiful cottage. We love everything about it. The highlight is the interesting art on all the walls. I would love to come back here in the summer and explore the lake.

Submitted: Dec 2019

Review of B. L.'s stay in Jul 2019

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Submitted: Jul 2019

Review of P. H.'s stay in Jul 2019

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Guest Comments: Great experience. One issue : was not left a dump site card for local garbage dump.

CCR Reply: We have rectified the dump card issue . Thank you so much for the feedback!

Submitted: Jul 2019
$4,100 - $2,500
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