Located in historic Bedford Township, on pristine Devil Lake, 30 minutes north of Kingston, Ontario, a 6.5 acre property with over 2,000 feet of water frontage, the newly renovated Bedford Lake House was purpose built to welcome guests year round.
Each season with its own delights - fall colours, winter's ice access to the lake, spring's vibrancy and classic summer relaxation.
This property has all the most desirable features of a waterfront setting - private, yet easily accessed with south and west facing views looking across to the far shore of Devil Lake, a gentle slope to access clear and deep water and a beautiful shorelines with bays to explore.
The Culinary Garden
A unique feature is the raised bed garden with copious seasonal fresh vegetables and herbs specifically for the enjoyment of guests (when in season) .
The Lake House
A fully equipped kitchen opens to the living room with its cathedral ceiling, warm fireplace and a spectacular full height architectural array of windows making the ever changing lake view central to the atmosphere. A large adjoining dining room has views on three sides. Additionally there are several access points to the open decks and gathering area around a full featured BBQ.
NOTE: Rental is for three main bedrooms (2 king beds and two extra long twins), each having a west facing patio door and deck with two having 4-piece on suites for convenience and privacy.
*NEW* Optional 4th bedroom (separately accessed from the outside), with ensuite 2-piece bathroom. This is available when booking for more than 6 people.
The Bedford Lake House is fully climate controlled with central heating, air conditioned, air tight fireplace and equipped with circulating fans in each room. A washer and dryer is available for guest use.
The Property
By the shores, there is a fire pit patio with Adirondack chairs plus more secluded locations with a hammock or reading relaxation and of course a large dock for swimming and docking private boats. There is a public boat launch conveniently nearby. Watercraft provided include kayaks, canoe and a pedal boat.
Access
The location also affords easy access to local hiking and cycling trails and Frontenac Provincial Park is at the west end of the lake. Take a 10 minute drive to the quaint villages of Westport or Newboro, both on the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Alternatively, spend a day in historic Kingston for a 1000 Islands Cruise, a Kingston Penitentiary tour, Fort Henry and many other attractions, as well as a selection of restaurants unmatched by any city of its size.
So private, yet easily accessed. Only 30 minutes north of Kingston; 1.5 hours southwest of Ottawa and 3 hours from Toronto or Montreal.