Nestled on the shores of the Detroit River, this charming cottage offers a serene getaway. With a private sand spit, BBQ on the deck, and hammock for reading under sunny skies or stargazing at night. Take advantage of its proximity to downtown Amherstburg for an added layer of adventure.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bathroomSleeps 474 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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About this property
Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cabin
Stay at our little cottage on the shores of the Detroit River. This one room cottage has all the makings of a simple getaway: hammock, BBQ, private sand spit and fire pit. Quintessential summer, minutes from downtown of Amherstburg. Well suited to young families, girls' weekends, couples getaways, and anyone just looking for a bit of quiet. The small beach is perfect for building sandcastles with tikes, or digging your lawn chair in and watching the sunset; the large deck is a great place to pass the afternoon, BBQ-ing and watching the freighters go by, the hammock is the place to polish off your summer reading list.
There is a bike lane along Front Road, for cyclists wanting to pop into town; or head to the wine route.
The Cottage makes a perfect jump-off point for: exploring the EPIC wine route, city of Windsor, Boblo Island, Town of Amherstburg, Holiday Beach, Point Pelee National Park.
Cooking: Propane BBQ on the deck Kitchen: Stove, (2) mini bar fridges, fully stocked with pots, pans, cutlery, etc. as well as some basic spices, condiments, tinfoil, saran wrap, to aide you in your kitchen prep.
Sleeping: (2) Murphy Beds: (1) Queen + (1) Double
Bathroom: Toilet, Sink, Shower with seat
The bunkie promises to host you for a perfect little getaway. *** Access to the cottage requires visitors to walk a set of gently sloped stairs ***
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach towels
Parking and transportation
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
Games
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Things to do
Cycling nearby
Swimming nearby
Winery tours nearby
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Playpen, travel high chair, etc. avail on request
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Amherstburg, this cottage is on the beach. Gordon House and Fort Malden National Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Serenity Lavender Farm and Heritage Park Petting Farm. Discover the area's water adventures with swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Amherstburg travel guide
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cabin?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cabin?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cabin located?
Nestled on the beach, this Amherstburg cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of White Sands, Bailey's Beach, and Gordon House. Lake Erie and Toddy Jones Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Drifted Inn - Riverfront Cabin Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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This was our 3rd visit to Drifted Inn, and we booked our 4th while we were there. It's a beautiful little place, the beach is perfect for our son and it's close enough to town to get anything you need.
This place was great for a nice relaxing weekend. The view of the river was very tranquil and was exactly what we were looking for. We enjoyed the property thoroughly. The property is as advertised. Would definitely stay here again.
Just absolutely perfect for what hubby and I needed. Megan was very responsive, the cottage was as perfect as it could have been. Scenery was great, Tim’s just a skip away, comfortable bed and lunging furniture - I claimed the chair by the fire all weekend. Would definitely stay here again
This was our second year staying at the Drifted Inn, and it was another wonderful time for our family. As always, the cottage is clean, cozy and comfortable. We had beautiful weather all week which let us take advantage of dinners on the deck, lots of fun on the little private beach, and beautiful sunset views.
Thank you for another wonderful summer getaway. We have already booked for next year, and can't wait to return.
Quiet place on the lake. Beautiful sunsets. The porch/deck was our absolute favorite place to be, morning and evening especially. Cozy little place, but its all we needed. We will return.
This was our second time staying, and we had yet another wonderful stay! We love the little town of Amherstburg, and this cottage is the perfect location. Watching the ships is always a favourite, but the closeness to multiple nature areas is a bonus as well. We were able to enjoy some bird watching at Point Pelee and Holiday Beach. The cottage is kept very clean, the bed is really comfy, and the kitchen was super well stocked! We can't wait to come back!
Cottage was adorable and essentials were well stocked. Easy check-in and the nights were very quiet. Sunsets on patio were gorgeous and it was great to watch the big boats go by on their way to Detroit. We also loved walking around Amherstburg, such a cute historic downtown. Little bit of confusion on the check out time and the water had a bit too much seaweed to swim, but would recommend the cottage to friends.
Exceeded expectations! The location is really a treasure. Very private and literally ON the water. Sitting on the deck watching the big ships is absolutely the best!
The cottage is also fully stocked for cooking and the linens are excellent quality. The location is also super convenient... Just minutes to town, big box stores, grocery, and restaurants.
We hope to be back!
Cozy cottage with lots of privacy. Nice sandy beach. It had everything we needed from coffee to kitchen items and the bed was super comfy. View was amazing. We will definitely stay here again.
Property is excellent brought our dog this time everything went fine. Have stayed here before several times enjoy the quick getaway. Will return in the future.
A really incredible place with an excellent location and a truly beautiful and unique experience. Hoping to come back and explore even more local areas soon!
My husband and I came for our anniversary, and had the best time! I was sad to leave and already want to book another stay. It was perfect for a couple - the beach and the water were probably our favourite part. Our hosts really thought of everything. We had everything we needed in the kitchen, for the barbecue, the campfire, lots of towels, a radio and a speaker, games; all we really needed to bring was clothing, our toothbrushes and some food!
Olivia B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Emily H.
8 April 2019
Family Weekend
We loved your riverfront cottage! It was perfect for a weekend away and relaxing. The girls built sand castles and played in the water, my husband fished, and I relaxed in the hammock. We enjoyed the town and the riverfront walk and shops as well.
Tranquil and hassle-free. Just the place to unwind and recharge
giorgio g.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Michelle S.
30 September 2017
We loved it !!
What a awesome place to spend a vacation very clean everything you need to enjoy and relax will for sure go back to have that expierence again. Thanks so much Megan & Greg