Near Baptiste Lake, this two-bedroom retreat offers a unique and tranquil getaway. Stay connected with fast WiFi or unplug and enjoy an evening campfire in the backyard, roast marshmallows, or cozy up by the fireplace.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
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About this property
Whimsical Cottage by the Lake
Embrace your whimsy and check your troubles at the door in this unique two bedroom double living room lofted retreat. Steps from Baptiste Lake and 20 minutes from everything you need in Athabasca. Stay connected with fast wifi or unplug - it's up to you. With a hot shower, flush-able toilet and full kitchen this cottage isn't lacking in amenities. Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. The space The cottage is a quick three minute walk to the lakefront. It’s the perfect place to launch your kayaks or canoe or to throw a blanket down and watch the sunset.
Back at the cottage, enjoy an evening campfire in the backyard and roast some marshmallows!
When it’s time for bed: cozy up in one of our two loft bedrooms or on the pull out couch downstairs.
Our kitchen is complete with all the tools you need to make a great breakfast, quick lunch or gourmet dinner - including a full size fridge to keep your ingredients chilled till you need them.
During your downtime: choose from lounging outside on a lawn chair, the downstairs living room by the fireplace, or upstairs loft living room with tv remote in hand.
If you’ve got work that can’t wait we have a comfy desk for you to get to all those emails.
Xplorenet brings the fastest rural internet available to cottage life.
Hot showers and a flushable toilet are a luxury you can enjoy from the comforts of the three piece bathroom.
Don’t forget about the nearby trails for hiking and atv-ing or take some of the equipment over to the baseball diamond for a pick-up game.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Water dispenser
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Things to do
Kayak
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether 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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Thank you so much for choosing to stay at our place for your mini getaway! As a reminder, check-out time is tomorrow at 11:00am. Our cleaner will arrive around 11:30am.
If you could take a moment to leave us a quick review, we would greatly appreciate it. We will, leave you one in return. A 5-star rating is very important to us and helps our family business thrive.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
What time is check-in at Whimsical Cottage by the Lake?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Whimsical Cottage by the Lake?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
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Whimsical Cottage by the Lake Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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Beautiful cozy place. Super clean. My family of six stayed comfortably. Gorgeous area close to the lake and a quivk drive to Athabasca for groceries. Would definitely stay again and highly recommend.
Stayed for 5 nights with my 2 kids. Cute cabin and enjoyed our stay. Lots of space and big kitchen. Smart Tv and lots of DVDsIf you run hot like we do the beds in the loft get very hot. There is fans but for us it was still extremely hot. The stairs like advertised are very steep as expected. But at the top step there is a large gap on footing and side that made me very nervous. If you have really wee ones just be aware of it
Kirsty F.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jesse
15 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication