Welcome to Selkirk Oasis!
Available year-round and offering 3 bedrooms with large backyard on the lake. A short 90 minutes from Toronto and 20 minutes from Port Dover, we are located located in Selkirk (Haldimand- Norfolk county) a charming village set on picturesque Lake Erie.
Escape the city to this peaceful lakefront cottage which gives you private access to Lake Erie; known for fantastic for fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and swimming!
You can bask in the sun all day and finish your night under stars with a cozy campfire.
Kayak and Paddle Board are available Victoria Day to Halloween!
Living/ Dining Area
Prepare to relax as soon as you step inside this open concept, 3 bedroom, lakefront cottage!
This open concept space is perfect for family game night, curling up with a nice book or watching your favourite movie!We also have several board games and cards located in the ottoman.
Disney+ and Prime Video are available. Popular streaming apps have been downloaded and ready for you to log in. HDMI port is accessible and screencast.
This room includes a mini fridge for any extra food (or beverage!) storage. We also provided you with a water cooler and drinking water.
Wifi/ Work Area
While we don't have a designated office space, our dining table can most certainly do the trick! You will be provided the wifi password at check-in and work in a space that provides beautiful lake views.
Kitchen
Located in the open concept living space, you can prepare your meals while enjoying the beauty of the lakefront property! We provide all the necessary kitchen tools and essentials like pots/pans, serving dishes, cutlery and drinking glasses, we have a full-size electric stove/oven, microwave and fridge.
For coffee lovers, the kitchen is well-equipped with a coffee maker, Tassimo and kettle. Additionally, pre-ground coffee, sugar and sweetener is provided.
Primary Suite
Our primary is our favourite spot in the entire home! Located at the back of the cottage, this room offers a comfy queen-size bed, plenty of storage for personal items and a large ceiling fan.
This room features its own double-sliding doors to access the back deck overlooking the lake and direct access to the propane fire table!
The Bunks
The Bunk beds are located across from the master. It offers a double over double bunk and one twin trundle*. Included in this room, is a variety of children's toys and books.***
The Guest Suite
Located on the other side of the home, this room has a large bright window with gorgeous lakeview, comfy queen-size bed and large ceiling fan.
Outdoors
This GORGEOUS outdoor living space is completed with an oversized deck, BBQ, and additional patio furniture. Recently, we’ve added an additional deck with pergola and large dining table/chairs.
In the front of the property, you will have four parking spaces, two chairs and mini table as well as an umbrella for shade. Enjoy a quiet cup of coffee while listening to the relaxing sounds of local birds.
The backyard includes a large fire pit, private lake access and large yard to play your favourite outdoor games. Our favourite is bocce and will be available during your stay!
Please bring your own firewood. There are several places close by to purchase if needed including our neighbour on the laneway. We do have long sticks for s’mores!
From Victoria Day to Halloween, a kayak and inflatable paddle board are available for use.
Guest access
The entire cottage is for you during your stay. Nothing is shared with other guests/tenants/neighbours.
Other things to note:
This property uses a cistern and septic tank for waste management. Only toilet paper and human waste can be flushed down the toilet. A trash bin is provided for feminine hygiene products, wipes, etc.
Correct number of guests must be on the reservation. No additional guests are allowed on the property without written consent from the host or additional fees may apply.
Check in / out times are FIRM unless previously approved.
Fire table and BBQ both run on propane - which is provided.
Water levels and conditions vary throughout the year, water shoes are recommended.
We are directly the lake, bugs can be expected seasonally.
A seasonal Selkirk Provincial Park parking permit is provided April 1st to November 30th. Online reservations are required to guarantee parking availability.
All pets must be disclosed in the reservation or additional fees may apply.
In winter months, we leave a shovel out if needed and have salt. The Laneway is typically plowed within 24 hours of the storm.
The Selkirk Oasis manual will be available upon your arrival, detailing everything you need to know about the cottage.
Also, be sure to ask for an idea on restaurants, gift shops, wineries/breweries, golf courses and excursions just a short drive away!
Bunk Bed Weight Limit : 350lbs per bunk, 250 for trundle
*The twin trundle will only be set up for bookings if requested.
**Infant items are available by request only. This includes booster, potty, and play pack.
***Location of children’s toys may vary.
Amenities:
✓ Private access to Lake Erie
✓ Backyard seating
✓ Propane BBQ & Fire table
✓ Firepit
✓ Outdoor games
✓ Kayak, kids kayak & Paddleboard (available Victoria Day to Halloween)
✓ 50 ft dog tie
✓ Freshly laundered bed linens & towels
✓ Bedroom fans in both waterfront rooms
✓ Central Air & Heating
✓ Indoor gas fireplace
✓ Shampoo, conditioner & body wash
✓ Hair dryer & straightener
✓ Boardgames, puzzles,
books, cards, markers, colouring books & children’s toys
✓ Disney+, Prime Video and free Wifi
✓ Stove, fridge + freezer, microwave, mini- fridge
✓ Coffee maker, kettle, toaster, Tassimo
✓ Sugar, sweetener, coffee whitener, pre-ground coffee & filters
✓ Cooking utensils, pots, pans, serveware
✓ Cleaning supplies
✓ Baby bath,
booster seat, outlet covers
✓ Selkirk Provincial Parking Permit provided April 1st-November 30th
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Location, Location, Location!
Selkirk Oasis is nestled on a private laneway.
A boat launch is located at the end of our laneway.
A short drive to Port Dover will provide you with unlimited dining options, beautiful Sandy beach and many local attractions. There are several wineries, breweries, shops and more within a short drive of the cottage, here are just a few:
Within 10 minutes
✓ Selkirk Provincial Park - 151 Wheeler’s Sideroad, R.R. # , Selkirk N0A 1P0
✓ Waterfront Way - 2 Lakeshore Rd, Selkirk, ON N0A 1P0
✓ The Selkirk Social Coffeehouse and Market - 7 Main St E, Selkirk, ON N0A 1P0
✓ Town & Country Foods (LCBO/Beer Store) - 4 Main St E, Selkirk, ON N0A 1P0
✓ Sunflower Cafe - 1 Main St W, Selkirk, ON N0A 1P0
✓ Wyatt’s Produce Stand - 3706 Rainham Rd, Selkirk, ON N0A 1P0
✓ Cottonwood Mansion - 740 Haldimand 53, Selkirk, ON N0A 1P0
✓ Fisherville Tavern - 2 Erie Ave S, Fisherville, ON N0A 1G0
Within 20 minutes
✓ Sandusk Golf Club - 1445 Sandusk Rd, Jarvis, ON N0A 1J0
✓ Concession Road Brewery - 17 Talbot St E #4, Jarvis, ON N0A 1J0
✓ Port Dover Beach - Walker St, Port Dover, ON N0A 1N0
✓ The Beach House - 2 Walker St, Port Dover, ON N0A 1N0
✓ Arbortown Mini-Golf - 100 Main St, Port Dover, ON N0A 1N0
Within 30 minutes
✓ Port Dover Golf Club - 580 Lynn Valley Rd, Port Dover, ON N0A 1N2
✓ Lynn River Falls - 156 Prospect St, Port Dover, ON N0A 1N2
✓ No Frills - 87 Thompson Dr SS1, Port Dover, ON N0A 1N4
✓ SkyDive Ontario - 5820 ON-3, Cayuga, ON N0A 1E0
✓ Frisky Beaver Winery - 455 Radical Rd, Simcoe, ON N3Y 4K2
✓ Blue Elephant Artisan Brewery - 96 Norfolk St S, Simcoe, ON N3Y 2W2
