Notes from the host
Nature Lovers Retreat Texmex Log Home - Li'l Ranch
Summary:
Welcome to our Li'l Ranch, a super unique escape. This is a TEX-MEX-inspired all-season log home located on 6 acres of trails, forest, ponds, and streams. L`IL RANCH is a nature lovers' retreat. Our cozy 3-bedroom chalet is filled with character in an authentic log home from the early 1900s. The loft bedroom is outstanding with vaulted beamed ceilings, a super-size King bed, and original wood flooring.
**Hot tub is no longer there**
The Space:
The chalet has recently been renovated, to showcase its true beauty and a very cool vibes. The chalet is filled with interesting art and authentic Mexican pottery. The wood-burning fireplace in the living room makes this place super cozy at all times of the year. The home offers, a fridge, stove, washer, dryer, and dishwasher.
Large windows all around the home showcase the most amazing scenery. We have super comfortable mattresses and pillows with all cotton linens and we are very conscious of cleanliness, note: All bedding is washed in-between guests.
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Highlights
- 3 min away from Oliphant beach
- 12 Mins from Suable Beach
- This location has the best sunsets.
- Extremely photogenic
- Themed home
- 700 meters away from paddle/boat rentals (Paddle The Bruce Rentals)
- Internet download speed is usually 10-15mbps (perfect for working from home or school)
- 2 towels and 1-2 hand towels provided per bedroom/guest
- A/C
- Shampoo, Conditioner, hand wash and paper towels will be provided.
- Kitchen necessities will be provided (Keurig, toaster, coffee pods, tea, creamer/milk, 4 water bottles/Perrier, salt, pepper and sugar)
What you are booking:
Loft bedroom
- 1 King bed
- 1 futon
- Faux Fireplace
- 1 portable air-conditioner
Living room & Dining room
- 6 seater dining table
- Couch
- Accent chairs
- Wood burning stove
- Outdoor access
- Large Windows
- 2nd portable air conditioner
- 1 full washroom (main floor)
Kitchen
- Electric 4 burner stove
- Coffee Maker (Keurig)
- Toaster
- Double door fridge
1st bedroom
- Queen bed
- dresser
2nd bedroom
- King bed
- Dresser
HVAC
- Baseboard heating and Wood burning stove
- 2 portable air conditioners
Winter Activities:
- Snowmobiling (not provided many trails in the area)
- Ice Fishing in the area
- Snow shoeing (Visit Thorn crest Outfitters in Southampton or Suntrail Source for Adventure in Hepworth to rent a pair)
- 10 mins away are many snow shoeing trails
Summer Activities:
- Sauble beach
- Jet Skiing
- Oliphant Beach
- Sauble falls
- Lake across the house
- Many beautiful trails in the Area
**NOT INCLUDED**
- Firewood
- Bug repellent
- Central Air conditioning/heating
***We are on well water. If you are unfamiliar with well water then it is ideal for you get extra drinking water.
Guest Access:
Lock box code will be sent 2 days before arrival. Self Check in. If for any reason you do not receive the entry code please contact us before starting your journey to ensure everything is in line.
The Neighborhood:
We are situated in Oliphant, only a short 10 minute drive to Sauble Beach, and 20 mins to The Grotto and 45 minutes to Tobermory. For those who love a sandy beach and sunsets, Oliphant`s Sandy beach and Marina are just a 2-minute drive or a few more minutes on your bikes. Lake Huron is renowned for the most amazing sunsets in the world. Oliphant is also well known for fishing, beautiful wildlife, water activities and globally for Kite Boarding. You will fall in love with Oliphant as it is a secret treasure.
Getting Around:
Please see our profile guidebook for more details on hikes, canoe/kayak rentals, shopping, local cafes and eateries, and more!
Other Things to Note:
Oliphant - bluewater park, aside from being a fun place for kids is popular to visit the home of ‘Wiarton Willy’ and maybe catch a glimpse of him in his glass-enclosed home. There is also a spirit rock trail which is nice if you enjoy hiking and old ruins.
Sauble beach & Sauble falls are beautiful and can be fun to swim
The grotto - book parking and admission times in advance
Halfway log dump- beautiful hike and popular rocky beach area, also book your parking times online in advance
Lion's head is a cute village that hosts some great hiking, a marina, and a small beach on the Georgian Bay side of the peninsula
Tobermory is - a very cute village with great restaurants and food trucks. Downtown has numerous cute shops. check times and can watch the famous Schechtman ferry arrive and depart
I hope all of this helps! Let me know if you have more questions!
The water in the are has a natural Sulphur smell due to the high mineral content in the water. We test the waters for safety on a routine to ensure it is safe to drink. Although, it is safe it may be unpleasant to drink due to the scent and sometimes discoloration caused by the minerals. So we suggest our guests to also bring extra water.
RULES TO AGREE UPON ONCE RENTING THE COTTAGE:
1. It is a family cottage you can enjoy time with your guests. The city has strict rules against partying so please ensure you do not have parties.
2. Please be courteous towards the neighbors by keeping noise levels low. Especially during night time
3. When leaving the property during anytime of your stay or at the completion of your stay ENSURE STOVES ARE TURNED OFF AND WINDOWS ARE CLOSED.
4. No smoking inside the cottage (if you choose to smoke outside, please use the designated can to dispose the butts) if butts are found on the ground outdoor extra cleaning might be required, thus, extra charges may apply
5. The upstairs Fireplace is only for decoration purposes
