All your questions about Barry's Bay Cottages answered

A self-catering cottage is designed to be just like owning your own cottage without the hassle of repairs or house cleaning. When you arrive, you can drive right up to your cottage, park, and head on in! Your keys will be waiting for you.

See our rates below and availability on our reservations page.

Summer high season is June 25 - September 6
Summer high season is a minimum 7 night booking. All cottages are open in the summer months.

High holiday season December 18 - January 3
Holiday high season is a minimum of 3 night booking. Cottages 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 14, and 16 are winterized.

Low season is all other dates
Low season is a minimum 2 night booking. Cottages 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 14, and 16 are winterized.

We try to supply all of the basic amenities in each cottage including cookware and dinnerware. We have most basic kitchen items. We recommend bringing speciality items. Please note during COVID we are not supplying oils, spices, or other food-related items that we can't properly sanitze.

We provide all bedding and linens. You are welcome to bring your own.

We provide all towels as well as hand soap and toilet paper. Many guests love to bring a bath robe for the hot tub and beach towels.

While all our cottages have deck and fire pit chairs, we welcome you to bring anything that makes your trip feel comfortable and complete. Don't forget to bring bug spray and sunscreen in the summer and warm clothing in the winter. If you forget anything while onsite, you can contact our resort owner.

Yes, we have found that most cell providers reach the area and provide good coverage on the property.

Yes, we have found that there is LTE on the property.

Our WiFi service is limited, so please prepare accordingly. There are very few options for ISPs in rural areas and the satellite provider we use is the only option available to us. It maxes out at 10 Mbps and has limited bandwidth. This is enough for basic tasks, such as checking email and web browsing but will not allow for video calls or streaming. We have four routers throughout the property to strengthen the signal within the cottages and provide the best service possible.

No, we do not have a boat launch and there is no public boat launch on Carson Lake. Only boats that can be hand launched can be accommodated. We provide canoes and kayaks and paddleboards for those interested in getting out on the water. These are available free of charge and on a first-come, first-served basis in the Summer season. In Fall and Spring, you can rent these watersport activities or bring your own non-motorized activities. Guests are asked to return them to the common dock area after use and to ensure the life jackets and paddles are returned to the storage shed.

Yes, we have two 12 ft aluminum boats available for guests to rent for fishing or touring the lake. Single, three day and weekly rental options are available. Reservations must be made in advance of arrival, and all drivers require a Pleasure Craft Operators Card to operate the boat.

No, there is no restaurant or food services on site. There are many options in the Barry's Bay town and surrounding area that offer everything from family dining to upscale restaurants. You can find delivery and takeout nearby plus Metro and Valumart for groceries in the town of Barry's Bay (5 minute drive).

Yes, pets are welcome however in only designated cottages (2, 5, 7, 9 & 12). Pets must be registered when reservations are made. Please refer to our pet policy for more information.

Yes, parking spaces are conveniently located next to each cottage. There is typically room for 2 vehicles or one vehicle with a small trailer at each cottage.

It depends. We provide each cottage with a bundle of wood, except during winter, as we're not able to get as much wood from our supplier. Additional bundles can be ordered online at the time of reservation or you can often find bundles in the town of Barry's Bay at the Metro, Valumart, or similar stores.

Arrival is any time after 4:00PM ET. Depending on how busy the cottages are, early arrivals and late departures may be possible. Please email info@barrysbaycottages.com for special requests.

Departure time is anytime before 10AM ET. Depending on how busy the cottages are, early arrivals and late departures may be possible. Please email info@barrysbaycottages.com for special requests.

With Barry's Bay only a 5 minute drive away, everything you need or have forgotten is close at hand. The quaint cottage town really comes to life in the summer and has a good variety of specialty shops and artisans. It also provides the basics like grocery stores, a Beer Store and LCBO, Tim Hortons, pharmacy, and places to get fishing tackle and last minute supplies.

Yes, Barry's Bay Cottages Resort is a great place to bring your whole family.

The shallow, sandy beach area and 20 foot water trampoline are the most popular places for kids. However, the canoes, kayaks and paddleboards are equally popular. There is also a large playground area, a lounge or games room with pool and ping pong, as well as board games and puzzles. Fishing off the dock and exploring the trails and woods are other alternatives. Please note that during COVID-19, not all of these activities are available.

Carson Lake is a very clean, sandy bottom lake. Our small beach area has a shallow gradual entry into the water making it quite safe for small kids, but it is also possible to swim from the private docks found at all waterfront cottages. We usually swim from late June through to September. The lake is quiet and cool - a perfect way to enjoy a summer afternoon.

Lake trout and smallmouth bass are the most common fish species. The fishing for both species is quite good. In fact, the lake trout fishing is very good through the ice in winter as well as early and late in the season. The open water season runs from late April to the end of September, while ice fishing usually starts in early January and lasts through to April. Bass fishing starts in late June and closes in mid October.

We are very close to a great multi-use trail system that follows the old railbed or OFSC B102 Snowmobile Trail into Barry’s Bay. This system links with trails leading to Algonquin Park, Wilno and much, much more. In winter, it is possible to zip across the lake on skis or a snowmobile to access the trail. Bikers, trail runners and ATVers can pick up the trail system off Arbor Vitae Road or at the end of Otter Lake Lane on the opposite side of the lake.

On top of fishing and paddling on the lake, a notable attraction in the area is Algonquin Park. Day trips to the Visitor Centre/Museum and trails along the Highway 60 Corridor are popular. So too are short canoe trips. For rentals contact Algonquin Bound (algonquinbound.com)

Other popular activities include ATVing and snowmobiling, as well as road biking and mountain biking. There are several fantastic road routes to explore outside of the trail system described above. For a little more challenge, the Spectacle Lake, Bear and Brunett Mountains Trail system to the west and Thomas P Murray Recreation Trails to the south offer great variety. Another popular activity is rafting trips on the Madawaska River through the Madawaska Kanu Centre.