Island A-Frame on Baptiste Lake

Entire cabin in Hastings Highlands, Canada

  1. 7 guests
  2. 3 bedrooms
  3. 4 beds
  4. Half-bath
Hosted by Jessica
  1. 9 months hosting

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This home is right on Baptiste Lake.

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Closed for Winter 2025/2026. We'll be accepting reservations in the new year for when we open again in Spring 2026!

A-Frame on Baptiste is nestled on the 50-acre Blueberry Island, Baptiste Lake, surrounded by towering red pines and lush mixed wood forest. With breathtaking vistas of the lake and the surrounding highlands, this WATER-ACCESS ONLY cabin is the perfect destination whether you're seeking relaxation or adventure. Learn more here: @aframeonbaptiste

The space
Welcome to A-Frame on Baptiste! The A-Frame is situated on a terraced, landscaped lot that is extremely private with full afternoon sun and south-west views of the lake and offers gorgeous sunsets. There is one neighbouring cottage a distance away that is completely screened by the forest; the remainder of the property is surrounded by Crown land. Behind the A-Frame, you will find a hiking trail that offers a circular route atop the island and a lookout point from the top of a granite rockface that overlooks Musky Bay.

LOFT:
△ The loft bedroom is accessed by a ship's ladder and has a comfortable double bed and nightstand. A shelf with board games and fan to help keep the space cool. The loft offers a beautiful vista of the lake.

MAIN FLOOR:
△ Fully stocked kitchen with full-sized refrigerator, propane stove and cooking essentials.
△ Dining area with seating for 4, shelf with Bluetooth radio
△ Small living room area with sofa, coffee table and smart TV for streaming.
△The main floor bedroom has a comfortable double bed, nightstand, dresser and ceiling fan. Guests will not have access to the locked metal supply cabinet in this room.

LOWER LEVEL:
△ Spacious seating area with 2 sofas, arm chair and coffee table. The perfect spot to relax or play a board game.
△ The lower-level bedroom has a double-size bunk bed with a twin over top, nightstand, and a portable fan.
△ 2-Piece bathroom with wash basin and shower (no bathtub, no toilet)

OUTSIDE:
△ Dock with space for 1 boat and 4 Muskoka chairs for dockside lounging
△ Picnic table for al fresco dining
△ Large front deck with bench seating and lounge chairs.
△ Front patio area with comfortable seating for 4
△ Rear patio with propane BBQ (with side burner), Herb Garden to add to your meal and 2 sun loungers
△ Firepit for campfires and roasting marshmallows (subject to Municipality burning restrictions)
△ Kayaks (3), Canoe, Life jackets & Boat kits are available for recreational use at your own risk. The host/owner assumes no responsibility or liability for any injuries, accidents, or incidents that may occur during their use.

ACCESSING BLUEBERRY ISLAND:
OPTION 1: Bring your own boat, your boat can be launched at the Public Boat Launch on North Baptiste Lake Road, our dock has space to moor 1 boat.

OPTION 2: Rent a boat. Baptiste Lake Marina offers motor boat rentals that will need to be arranged by guests ahead of their stay. If the marina does not have boats available, we can provide names of other local businesses that offer boat rentals.

OPTION 3: Bring your own or rent a canoe or kayak. Blueberry island is quick 15min/750m paddle from the Public Boat Launch on North Baptiste Lake Road.

Guest access
You will have access to the entire A-Frame cabin and the small recreation locker adjacent to the shed where you will find life jackets, boat kids, kindling for campfires, pool noodles for swimming and outdoor games.

The following items will be locked and not be accessible to guests: The storage shed, metal cabined in the main floor bedroom, cabinet in the washroom. The sailboat moored to the dock is not for guest use.

Other things to note
📌➡️ Please note that we have an outhouse (no flush toilet). The indoor half-bathroom has sink and a hot shower. There is baseboard heating should the days be cold, fans should be days be hot. We provide potable water for drinking and cooking for your stay. There is a good internet connection (Starlink) and good cell phone coverage.

⚠️➡️ Disclaimer: Loft bedroom is accessed via a ships ladder and may not be suitable for those with mobility issues. This property is not suitable for anyone who struggles getting up and down flights of stairs. This property is not child-proofed, and parents should use their discretion.

🔥➡️ We provide firewood and kindling for your campfire. The firepit is located adjacent the property on crown land. Please exercise fire safety, always have a bucket of water to extinguish the fire after use and adhere to all seasonal fire restrictions.

📌➡️ Please take all your garbage and recycling with you when checking out. There is a local waste site on North Baptiste Lake road.

📌➡️ Please note that the washing machine and tumble dryer in the 2-pc washroom are not for guest use.

📌➡️Originally built in the 1960’s this cabin may have a few quirks. Wildlife observed at the cabin includes beaver, loons, ducks, blue herons, deer, otter, chipmunks, red squirrels, ground hogs, porcupines, woodpeckers, blue jays, chickadees and hummingbirds. We personally have not observed any predator wildlife on the island in summer months, however the region is habitat for black bear, coyote and wolves. With this being said nature can find it's way indoors at times with opening of doors, you may see the odd bug inside, this in unavoidable.

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Free street parking

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Where you’ll be

Hastings Highlands, Ontario, Canada
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Meet your host

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9 months of hosting
Born in the 80s
My work: Interior Architect
I grew up in rural Ontario, so even though I now call Toronto home, that small-town warmth and friendliness are still a big part of who I am. My family and I are so happy to share our cozy A-frame cabin on beautiful Blueberry Island, Baptiste Lake. It’s a place close to our hearts where we’ve made many of our best memories over the past 20 years, and we’re delighted to welcome guests seeking a peaceful getaway.

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House rules

Check-in after 3:00 p.m.
Checkout before 11:00 a.m.
7 guests maximum

Safety & property

Nearby lake, river, other body of water
Heights without rails or protection
Carbon monoxide alarm

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