Shoreline Getaways is dedicated to acquiring cottage properties and making available to others the joy the owners enjoyed with that old fashioned Port Stanley cottage experience. The properties are all of humble origin and gradually we reinvest our cashflow to improve the standards, attempting to maintain that ambiance of nostalgia. For years we never had any televisions or VCR's but we gave in to demand and all cottages are now equipped with televisions (no cable) and VCR's. (no CD players yet). Telephones are prohibited! We want people to have a safe, fun filled holiday whether they just need to relax or want to show the children a family holiday. We want winter, our favourite time in port to become our cottagers favourite time too! Seldom have we found peace and serenity so close to home.

The premises are rented the old fashioned way on the honour system "as is", all included. All cottages are available on a weekly basis in the summer and in the off season for weekend, weekly or monthly rental.

Each cottage is clean and tidy and provides a cozy get away.

There are currently four two bedroom bungalows. We are acquiring inventory when we can. There is also available a "Hobbitt Hideout" - a special little adjacent sleeper - only cabin for up to two children who must be over the age of 10 and occupy the Hideout and at their parents risk. "Hobbitt Hideout" can be reserved to be used in a pinch for a guest with payment arranged in advance - or on a telephone call if it is available - on a first come first serve basis for any of the three Edith Cavell Cottages.

Particular attention is paid to cleanliness especially in the kitchen and bathrooms in all of the premises.

Our cottages were all year-round residences formerly. Four of them are two bedroom bungalows, equipped with double beds, or double futons, in separate sleeping quarters. The remaining 2 are large one bedroom cottages with pullout sofa's to accommodate 2-4 additional guests. The beds are basic but generally reported to be very comfortable. The balance of the furnishings are well-maintained and each kitchen is well equipped although the chef in the family may complain! Each cottage has a fridge and stove, while some also have washers and dryers. All are equipped with TV's and VCR's. Cottagers usually supply their own towels, linens, foodstuffs, soaps and shampoos. Inventories of each cottage are provided on booking. Some games, puzzles and toys are included for those quiet evenings and rainy days.

There is no smoking permitted in any of the cottages due to the extreme sensitivity of some of our guests and insurance regulations.

Well behaved Pets not exceeding two, are permitted in some of the properties. Owners are responsible for their pets and any damage caused. Gates are available to keep pets on the decks.

The cottages all come complete with barbecues on the grounds.

Each cottage is winterized and has heat besides a fully functional gas fireplace thermostatically controlled for both winter and summer use. Some are equipped with ceiling fans. No air conditioners are available. Only on the rarest days is air-conditioning beneficial given the proximity to the lake, window breezeways and the abundant shade trees on the lot. All are winterized cottages and are available for winter use, each being equipped with a gas fireplace.

Four of the cottages on Edith Cavell (the main beach road) have immediate beach access through a cooperative and jointly owned right-of-way to a private beach, known as Crescent Beach, and are located directly across from the beach at the end of a cul de sac.

The fifth on Bessie is located near the main beach and is exceptionally well appointed having been totally renovated. The last but certainly not the least, the Sannah is located walking distance from "Erie Rest Beach" and is a short drive or good walk from downtown.

All enjoy private parking for one vehicle. There is no facility for boats or Seadoos but docks and landings are nearby; PARKING FOR GUESTS IS AVAILABLE EITHER ON STREET OR AT NEARBY PARKS.

Each cottage has exclusive decks or private areas as they are situated on ample property. The grounds are well maintained by staff.

The grounds are safe for children, well supervised of course.

Cottagers are asked to leave the premises clean and tidy as if they were leaving "their grandma's house".

An inventory is taken upon departure and the key is left at each cottage. There is a $25.00 fee to replace the key. We do not charge a key deposit.

We confirm all is in order with a follow up confirming we have not called upon the VISA or Mastercard or deposit cheque.