Cottage rentals in Ontario don't only offer a special setting, but they are cheaper too. The prices range according to various factors such as: number of bedrooms, internet connection, facilities, peak season/off season, number of bathrooms, surroundings or proximity to the nearest town. The prices are regularly set per week, but you could also get the prices per night or month.
The prices per night vary between $79 and $500. Cottage rentals are mostly demanded during the weekend, when the average prices are between $399 and $3000. Christmas and New Year's week are the most expensive, but highly demanded too. But pay attention, some cottages are not available in the winter time. However, all of them are available for other holidays like Victoria's Day, Thanksgiving or Labour Day.
So if you want to get a cottage rental for the winter holidays, you should save and hurry up. If you want true luxury or the simplest cottage, the prices can be different from the average ones, but these usually have everything you need for an affordable price so you should check them out in case you are willing to let go of some requirements.
Most owners are looking to rent the cottage on longer terms. That's why you might find prices like $500 per night and $2300 for a whole week for a
luxury cottage. There usually is a minimum stay of 2 nights.
Features such as waterfront, spa, sauna, billiard table, fireplace, beddings or pool will reflect in the cost. Few cottage rentals have the same price regardless of the season. The off-season weekly rate could cost even half of the high-season one. There is no price difference regarding pets. That's a preference of the owner and must be discussed during a phone conversation prior to booking.
The maximum number of people who can stay in a cottage is about 20. One with 8 bedrooms would do. Most of the cottages in Ontario are medium-sized and have 3-4 bedrooms, so are ideal for up to 10 persons. If you're a family with two children, a small one with 2 bedrooms should be enough. Listing sites are the most helpful when you want to pick one as they provide cottages according to the area and you can easily compare their features and prices. Most of them have an online rental application that you can complete and book.
Almost all owners will ask for a refundable security deposit to cover eventual damages to the property. It usually is around 40% of the price per week. If no harm has been done, you'll get it back at the end of the vacation. It's best to make a list of existent damages once you arrive. This will avoid any misunderstandings. Always call and double-check the prices before booking.