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The Dance Hall Cottage on Charleston Lake

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Pool
Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, books, stereo

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 874 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Athens, ON
  • Charleston Lake Provincial Park
    13 min drive
  • Leeds and the Thousand Island Public Library - Lyndhurst Branch
    27 min drive
  • Thousand Islands Bridge
    51 min drive
  • Brockville, ON (XBR-Thousand Islands Regional Tackaberry)
    37 min drive

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About the area

Leeds and the Thousand Islands

At this cottage, you'll be 6.5 km (4 mi) from Kelsey's Marina and 7.1 km (4.4 mi) from Charleston Lake Provincial Park. .Accommodation features a fireplace, a balcony and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge and a microwave. A TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available.

What's nearby

  • Charleston Lake Provincial Park - 13 min drive
  • 1000 Islands Tower - 50 min drive
  • Thousand Islands Bridge - 51 min drive
  • St. Lawrence Islands National Park - 53 min drive
  • Boldt Castle - 65 min drive

Getting around

  • Brockville Station - 40 min drive
  • Ogdensburg, NY (OGS-Ogdensburg Intl.) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Athens Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Ben’s Country Kitchen - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Peacock Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Petra's Place - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Main St Pizza - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Dance Hall Cottage on Charleston Lake

Summary:
What was once the local dance hall for Charleston Lake residents in the 1900s is now an incredibly cozy and colourfully curated lakehouse getaway. The 3-BR cottage is a place to relax, recharge, and let your imagination run wild. Dream up all the shenanigans that could have taken place within the dance hall walls a hundred years ago and create your own lakeside memories.

Between the many outdoor spaces and thoughtfully decorated indoors there is no shortage of inspiration or fun to be had.

The Space:
There are so many favourite nooks at the dance hall lakehouse and different times to enjoy them. We love: early cozy mornings with coffee in the screened-in porch or down by the lake, lunch under the trees on the side deck, a hot summers day swim to cool off midday, enjoying music with afternoon cocktails in the dance hall with the windows wide open and the breeze blaring through, and an evening fire either in the hall or out by the fire pit — just to name a few.

The Dance Hall can sleep 8 with one queen-size bed (in what we call the Tree Fort bedroom - see photos), two full beds (both in screened-in rooms), and one queen-size pull-out sofa bed (in the main hall). Every bedroom boasts views of the trees and sounds of lake living (between the birds, loons, waves, and wind, you are sure to have a memorably relaxing sleep).

Two of our bedrooms are in screen rooms making for a luxury camping style experience on down-topped mattresses and down duvets. You and your friends/family will be fighting for who gets to sleep out there. Please note that the Lemonade Stand bedroom (see photos) has two screened walls and there is potential for a little spray in severe summer storms.

Among each nook, there are trinkets and books that tell tales of times passed. We encourage guests to explore the many shelves, trunks, and drawers, reading articles and pages that help immerse themselves in another, simpler time. There’s no shortage of vintage furniture and decor but you’ll find that it’s the perspective you gain from dreaming up another time that is most abundant here. Our favourite? Definitely the collection of delicate glassware that is original to the dance hall, we recommend crafting a cocktail and sipping on the front porch next to what we call the Lemonade Stand — the half wall that was once where lemonade and drinks were served to Dance Hall frequenters. What a blast from the past.

Features:
Private Cottage with 150 Feet of Waterfront
High-Speed Wifi (50 download mb/s & 8 upload mb/s)
New Wood-Burning Stove
Yoga Mats (x3)
Roku TV
Bose Bluetooth Speaker
Propane BBQ
Fire pit
Screened-in Porch
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Outdoor Dining Space
Parking
Portable Fans for Each Bedroom

PLEASE NOTE:
*Charleston Lake does have zebra mussels so please come prepared with swimming shoes.
*Necessities provided: Hand soap, dish soap, shampoo, conditioner, paper towels, toilet paper, and one towel per guest.
*Kitchen fully equipped with all that you need: pots/pans/cooking sheets, olive oil, salt & pepper.
*Firewood provided for indoor wood-burning stove and outdoor fire pit.
*We ask that you care for the Dance Hall and leave her in the same state as she welcomed you in (cleaning supplies are provided).

The Neighborhood:
Although it's hard to find a reason to want to leave the property, we do enjoy the countryside drive into Athens (12 mins) to pick up any last-minute groceries or supplies, a bottle of wine from the LCBO, baked goods from Willard's Bakery (if you're lucky you can score the fried cakes) or Luke's European Style Market, or a tasty hot meal from Ben's Country Canteen chip truck.

A little further in Lyndhurst (15 mins), you can pick up a hot meal or two heaping scoops to-go at Moroni's Post. Otherwise, we suggest keeping it local at the Dance Hall.

Getting Around:
Personal transportation.

Interaction with Guests:
We are available around the clock to help with any issues you may have.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Free firewood
  • Garden

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Dance Hall Cottage on Charleston Lake have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Dance Hall Cottage on Charleston Lake?

No, The Dance Hall Cottage on Charleston Lake does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Dance Hall Cottage on Charleston Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

The Dance Hall Cottage on Charleston Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dance Hall-Lake Charleston
Beautiful location by the lake. Private and quiet. Plenty of space to relax and unwind.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melle O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dancehall Magic
My mother and sister and I were looking for a getaway with character and authentic charm and the Dancehall exceeded all expectations. A beautiful property in a wonderful location, we were rained out the whole week and didn’t feel like we missed out at all! So much to do in the area and so much not to do, just relaxing at the cottage would have filled our days. The massive dock and stunning view of the lake were special even on drizzly mornings. The cottage was beyond well equipped, my bed on the porch provided the best sleep I have ever had! Lovely finishes and attention to detail. We will be back, hopefully sooner than later!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Midsummer nights
Beautiful cottage with tasteful decor. Swimming was excellent, screened in porch was superb, Charleston Lake-- simply sublime.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cailan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
The cottage was super nice and clean, definitely would book again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022