Cottage in Bancroft
8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this cottage rental
Tucked just south of Bancroft in the quiet community of Faraday, Timber Ridge Escapes welcomes you the moment you arrive in the driveway. The first thing you’ll notice is the inviting fire pit, perfectly placed for evenings under the stars, and the picnic tables set for lakeside meals overlooking West Mullet Lake. It’s the kind of arrival that immediately slows your pace—where mornings begin with coffee in the fresh air and evenings end with stories by the fire.
Step inside and the cottage unfolds with an easy, welcoming flow. The front foyer offers space to tuck away your gear, with life jackets and essentials ready for your stay. Down the hall, a full bathroom, followed by a well-equipped kitchen—complete with a dishwasher—making settling in effortless. The dining room, with seating for eight, invites long meals and lively conversation, while the living room wraps you in comfort with cozy seating, a wood-burning stove, and a TV ready for your streaming accounts. With Starlink high-speed internet, you can stay connected—but you may find yourself happily choosing not to.
Upstairs, two thoughtfully designed bedrooms offer a peaceful retreat. Both feature queen beds, while the main bathroom includes a tub-shower and double vanity for added convenience. The primary bedroom also houses ensuite laundry—perfect for those little vacation mishaps. The second bedroom, loft-style and open to the living room below, creates a unique blend of privacy and connection, where quiet moments and shared laughter carry gently through the space.
Downstairs, the newly added lower level (Winter 2026) creates a perfect haven for families. With two additional bedrooms—one with a queen bed and another with two singles—it’s an ideal setup for kids or anyone seeking a bit more privacy. Whether it’s early bedtimes for little ones or late-night card games upstairs, this level offers flexibility for multi-generational stays.
And then, of course, there’s the outdoors—where Timber Ridge Escapes truly shines. Spend your days on the four-season dock, swimming from the shallow, walk-in shoreline or diving in from the ladder. Fire up the barbecue on the porch, relax in the ample seating, and take in uninterrupted views of West Mullet Lake. Here, time stretches a little longer, the water sparkles a little brighter, and every moment feels like exactly where you’re meant to be.
Inside the Cottage
Total guests 8 (including all children)
4 bedrooms (3 with queen, 1 with 2 double beds)
2 bathrooms (1 4-piece bathroom and 1 3-piece with shower only
Unlimited Starlink internet
Smart TV with BluRay DVD player, a selection of DVDs
Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, washer and dryer
Outside the Cottage
BBQ, fire pit (firewood is not provided)
Dock (available year-round), 2 canoes, paddle boat, assorted sizes of lifejackets
Things you need to know:
Pets are not permitted
Linens are provided – please bring your own outdoor towels
Garbage and recycling disposal is required
This is a motor-free lake
Post departure cleaning is arranged immediately following your check out time. Please ensure the short pre-departure cleaning checklist is completed and you have fully checked out of the cottage by your departure time to avoid any additional cleaning fees.
The cottage has a smart TV that will allow you to sign into any of the streaming services you personally subscribe to. Please note, these services will require your personal login information and are not provided.
Electric vehicles: Access to electrical outlet
Parking: Room for up to 7 vehicles
Cell signal: Fair to Good
Accessibility
Relatively easy entry and exit from parking area (few if any stairs, railing(s) where needed), At least one bathroom with walk in shower
There are a large number of stairs or some stairs without a railing which could pose a challenge, Would be difficult to enter the water without assistance from someone, Property would be difficult/impossible to navigate and would not recommend for anyone with mobility challenges.
Waterfront Note that there are stairs down to the water. The water is clear and suitable for swimming, with 127’ of waterfront. It’s possible to wade in from the shoreline but large rocks dot the lake bottom, so the best water entry is off the dock. Water deepens to about 5’ deep off the dock. The water is very clear - you can see right to the bottom from the dock, with few to no weeds, and it's great for swimming.
Sun Exposure North/Northwestern exposure
Boating This is a motor-free lake, with no motorized boats permitted.
Close-By Attractions
Downtown Bancroft. The cottage is just 10 minutes from Main Street in Bancroft, with access to groceries, LCBO, restaurants, shops, Bancroft Brewing Company, Starbucks, Kawartha Dairy, and that Grail Springs Retreat Centre for Wellbeing is approximately 5 minutes away for spa visits.
The Village Playhouse - Bancroft. Excellent small venue offering live theatre and shows in downtown Bancroft. (10 mins)
Eagles Nest Lookout. Climb atop the Eagle's Nest Bancroft for a breath-taking view of the York River Valley. Located above down town Bancroft, off Hastings Street North, it's not something you'll want to miss. (20 mins)
The Bancroft Mineral Museum. Located within a riverside park in Bancroft (10 minutes), this museum, housed in the fully-restored heritage train station is owned and operated by the Bancroft Gem and Mineral Club. The park also offers a playground and skatepark, and there's a nice trail along the river, leading to Millennium Park and beyond. (15 mins)
Egan Chutes Provincial Nature Reserve. A bend of the York River has become a wetland with an adjacent sand flat, where poplar, white birch, ash, buffaloberry, and purple flowering raspberry grow. Minerals found here include nepheline, sodalite, biotite, zircon, and blue corundum. (25 mins)
At a Glance
Total guests 8 (including all children)
Pets are not permitted
Linens are provided – please bring your own outdoor towels
Unlimited Starlink internet
Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, washer and dryer
Smart TV with BluRay DVD player, a selection of DVDs
BBQ, fire pit (firewood is not provided)
2 canoes, paddle boat, assorted sizes of lifejackets
House Rules (must meet these to book): Total guests 8 (including all children), Saturday-Saturday only during the summer (last week of June - start of Sept) Lead guest must be 30+ years old. No pets allowed. No parties allowed No smoking allowed. A supplemental information form must be completed. Garbage and recycling removal prior to departure is required. A post-rental cleaning service is included in the rental rate, but the departure checklist must be completed.
Pets - not allowed
Smoking - not allowed
Step inside and the cottage unfolds with an easy, welcoming flow. The front foyer offers space to tuck away your gear, with life jackets and essentials ready for your stay. Down the hall, a full bathroom, followed by a well-equipped kitchen—complete with a dishwasher—making settling in effortless. The dining room, with seating for eight, invites long meals and lively conversation, while the living room wraps you in comfort with cozy seating, a wood-burning stove, and a TV ready for your streaming accounts. With Starlink high-speed internet, you can stay connected—but you may find yourself happily choosing not to.
Upstairs, two thoughtfully designed bedrooms offer a peaceful retreat. Both feature queen beds, while the main bathroom includes a tub-shower and double vanity for added convenience. The primary bedroom also houses ensuite laundry—perfect for those little vacation mishaps. The second bedroom, loft-style and open to the living room below, creates a unique blend of privacy and connection, where quiet moments and shared laughter carry gently through the space.
Downstairs, the newly added lower level (Winter 2026) creates a perfect haven for families. With two additional bedrooms—one with a queen bed and another with two singles—it’s an ideal setup for kids or anyone seeking a bit more privacy. Whether it’s early bedtimes for little ones or late-night card games upstairs, this level offers flexibility for multi-generational stays.
And then, of course, there’s the outdoors—where Timber Ridge Escapes truly shines. Spend your days on the four-season dock, swimming from the shallow, walk-in shoreline or diving in from the ladder. Fire up the barbecue on the porch, relax in the ample seating, and take in uninterrupted views of West Mullet Lake. Here, time stretches a little longer, the water sparkles a little brighter, and every moment feels like exactly where you’re meant to be.
Inside the Cottage
Total guests 8 (including all children)
4 bedrooms (3 with queen, 1 with 2 double beds)
2 bathrooms (1 4-piece bathroom and 1 3-piece with shower only
Unlimited Starlink internet
Smart TV with BluRay DVD player, a selection of DVDs
Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, washer and dryer
Outside the Cottage
BBQ, fire pit (firewood is not provided)
Dock (available year-round), 2 canoes, paddle boat, assorted sizes of lifejackets
Things you need to know:
Pets are not permitted
Linens are provided – please bring your own outdoor towels
Garbage and recycling disposal is required
This is a motor-free lake
Post departure cleaning is arranged immediately following your check out time. Please ensure the short pre-departure cleaning checklist is completed and you have fully checked out of the cottage by your departure time to avoid any additional cleaning fees.
The cottage has a smart TV that will allow you to sign into any of the streaming services you personally subscribe to. Please note, these services will require your personal login information and are not provided.
Electric vehicles: Access to electrical outlet
Parking: Room for up to 7 vehicles
Cell signal: Fair to Good
Accessibility
Relatively easy entry and exit from parking area (few if any stairs, railing(s) where needed), At least one bathroom with walk in shower
There are a large number of stairs or some stairs without a railing which could pose a challenge, Would be difficult to enter the water without assistance from someone, Property would be difficult/impossible to navigate and would not recommend for anyone with mobility challenges.
Waterfront Note that there are stairs down to the water. The water is clear and suitable for swimming, with 127’ of waterfront. It’s possible to wade in from the shoreline but large rocks dot the lake bottom, so the best water entry is off the dock. Water deepens to about 5’ deep off the dock. The water is very clear - you can see right to the bottom from the dock, with few to no weeds, and it's great for swimming.
Sun Exposure North/Northwestern exposure
Boating This is a motor-free lake, with no motorized boats permitted.
Close-By Attractions
Downtown Bancroft. The cottage is just 10 minutes from Main Street in Bancroft, with access to groceries, LCBO, restaurants, shops, Bancroft Brewing Company, Starbucks, Kawartha Dairy, and that Grail Springs Retreat Centre for Wellbeing is approximately 5 minutes away for spa visits.
The Village Playhouse - Bancroft. Excellent small venue offering live theatre and shows in downtown Bancroft. (10 mins)
Eagles Nest Lookout. Climb atop the Eagle's Nest Bancroft for a breath-taking view of the York River Valley. Located above down town Bancroft, off Hastings Street North, it's not something you'll want to miss. (20 mins)
The Bancroft Mineral Museum. Located within a riverside park in Bancroft (10 minutes), this museum, housed in the fully-restored heritage train station is owned and operated by the Bancroft Gem and Mineral Club. The park also offers a playground and skatepark, and there's a nice trail along the river, leading to Millennium Park and beyond. (15 mins)
Egan Chutes Provincial Nature Reserve. A bend of the York River has become a wetland with an adjacent sand flat, where poplar, white birch, ash, buffaloberry, and purple flowering raspberry grow. Minerals found here include nepheline, sodalite, biotite, zircon, and blue corundum. (25 mins)
At a Glance
Total guests 8 (including all children)
Pets are not permitted
Linens are provided – please bring your own outdoor towels
Unlimited Starlink internet
Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, washer and dryer
Smart TV with BluRay DVD player, a selection of DVDs
BBQ, fire pit (firewood is not provided)
2 canoes, paddle boat, assorted sizes of lifejackets
House Rules (must meet these to book): Total guests 8 (including all children), Saturday-Saturday only during the summer (last week of June - start of Sept) Lead guest must be 30+ years old. No pets allowed. No parties allowed No smoking allowed. A supplemental information form must be completed. Garbage and recycling removal prior to departure is required. A post-rental cleaning service is included in the rental rate, but the departure checklist must be completed.
Pets - not allowed
Smoking - not allowed
Amenities at Timber Ridge Escapes
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Bancroft
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