
Bay View is a very private waterfront cottage on the Rideau Canal in Chaffey’s Lock, offering peaceful lake views, protected waters, and a modern, open interior designed for relaxing family stays. Set on the quiet shores of Benson Lake, this property blends natural beauty with comfort and space.
Available May 15 through October and over Christmas. Full week bookings only.
The open-concept living area features a dramatic two-story vaulted ceiling and window wall overlooking the water through a canopy of trees. The interior is bright, airy, and ideal for gathering with family or simply enjoying the quiet.
• Smart TV
• Second refrigerator
• Propane grill
• Keurig and traditional coffee maker
• Dedicated office area with L-shaped desks and seating
• Starlink internet suitable for remote work and streaming
Located in a protected bay on Benson Lake, the calm water is ideal for swimming, paddling, and quiet morning canoe trips.
• Large dock
• Full-length deck overlooking the lake
• Canoe and two kayaks included
• Excellent fishing and wildlife viewing
The Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, connects you to miles of scenic waterways, historic lock stations, and charming lakeside towns throughout the Rideau Lakes Region.
Located near Highway 15, halfway between Toronto and Montreal, approximately 40 minutes from the Canada–US border and about 1 hour and 25 minutes from Ottawa. A peaceful waterfront cottage rental that remains easily accessible for extended families.
• Minimum 7-night stay
• Friday to Friday bookings
• Names, ages, and addresses required for all guests
View this property on our YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@RideauLakesCottages
(Select “Playlists” and then “Bay View”)
Rideau Lakes Cottages Ltd. is registered by the Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) registration: #50017421
Parking
Wireless Broadband Internet






Parking & facilities
Parking option included
Policies
Accept credit card, Accessible 24/7, Children welcome, Pets not allowed, Smoking not allowed
Entertainment
Beach chairs, Canoe kayak, DVD player, TV satellite
Kitchen & dining
BBQ gas, Coffee machine, Cooking utensils, Dishwasher, Grill, Kitchen stove, Kitchenette, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Spices, Toaster, Vacuum cleaner
Location features
Lake, Rural, Waterfront
Bathroom & laundry
Bathroom and laundry room, Blow dryer, Clothes dryer, Iron and board, Shower, Washing machine
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Internet & office
Wireless Broadband Internet wireless
Home Safety
Fire extinguisher, Smoke detector
Credit cards accepted
Children welcome
Pets not allowed
Smoking not allowed
Check-in: 04:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Address for GPS:432 Indian Lake Road, Elgin ON K0G 1E0
Remaining balance: 30% is due on booking and the balance will be charged to your credit card 30 days before check-in. We will send you a receipt with every payment.
97% of paid prepayments refundable when canceled 30 day(s) before arrival or earlier.
0% refundable if canceled after.
A pre-authorization of €500 is held on 1 day(s) before arrival and voided on 2 day(s) after departure
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Hello, My father and son had an awesome time at this Benson Lake cabin! House is clean and in great condition! Perfect location with amazing fishing! Looking forward to future trips here with my family!
Thanks Lou, it's always a pleasure!
Just spent GREAT rain free week @ Bay View! Aug 2024. Cottage was perfect and had everything we needed. Housekeepers do a great job and everything was well maintained. Robin went above and beyond to help us navigate the bay with his pontoon boat which always makes the vacation special. Thanks Robin..will be sure to look you up when we plan our next Canadian vacation...
Thanks guys! It's always a pleasure to host you and I hope you return soon!
Loved the location. Several deer greeted us as we entered the peninsula. The setting is beautiful and peaceful, with little noise from passing boaters as it is in a secluded part of Benson Lake. The view from the cottage is canopy of trees, with a view of the lake and dock about 40 yards away. It is a great area for kayaking and fishing. We easily explored parts Benson, Mosquito and Indian Lake. Clear Lake is a bit more of a paddle, but worth it if you'd like to explore the diving rocks. Swimming off the dock is not possible as it is shallow and covered with water lillies. A few swimming spots were accessible on nearby islands, using our kayaks and canoe. The cottage itself is well equipped, well designed, comfortable and has a gorgeous main living area with a magnificent view.
The entire family had a great vacation and we have been waiting 3 years to come back to fish on Benson Lake. The Sunsets, Loons, Deer, Osprey, Frogs, Lilly Pads and Bass Fishing are exceptional. Although the weather was hot and humid during our week, it didn't effect the good fishing. The Cabin is in a perfect secluded area offering solitude. We rented a Pontoon Boat from Rideau Cruiser #1 Boat Rental and it was at our dock when we arrived. The Pontoon Boat was in great condition and was well equipped. Thanks for a great week.
What a wonderful cottage in an excellent location. we had a great vacation, lots of wildlife, fantastic fishing. We have been coming to the Rideau for 35 years and staying at Bayview was by far our most comfortable vacation.
Absolutely the best renters ever! I got a call from the cleaner saying that no-one had stayed at the cottage. Thanks for leaving it so clean, but that is not necessary!
What a wonderful treat to stay at Bayview through Rideau Lake Cottages. The booking process and communication was nice and easy. The cottage was spacious and wonderful. Our little one loved hearing frog and bird sounds for the first time in harmony. He loved finding all the fish in the cottage and his favorite was the sea turtle in the illustration poster upstairs. So lovely taking little walks to the dock and seeing the water shimmer and breathing the fresh air. We think we even saw a swan! It was a perfect relaxing getaway from the city for our anniversary and we will definitely stay again.
We had a great vacation at this cottage! We rent a different cottage every summer all over Ontario and this is one of the better ones. Very private, very quiet, so much wildlife, great fishing and a beautiful cottage as well. We highly recommend renting this cottage!
My group had a wonderful 1 week stay in this cottage. It's clean, well equipped and very private which was perfect. Fantastic view and access to the lake. We had does and wild turkeys coming every morning :) Communication with Robin was easy and quick. Perfect getaway from the city!
We originally planned to stay for a week but we couldn't resist to this beautiful cottage and Rideau Lakes so we had to extend our staying for another week. The cottage is clean and well maintained, located in the quite spot off Benson lake. It's roomy enough for 8 adults, and it connects to six lakes without going thru locks, PERFECT for anglers and boaters. We highly recommend this cottage if you are looking for one to stay with your friends, family members, or even couple get-away.
thanks guys! I hope you return soon!
This is a beautiful cottage in a very peaceful location. A great place to spend quality time with family and friends. Good trails close by to walk through the forest and also around the property which is lovely inside and out. The kitchen is well equipped but you do need to take most things with you, ie paper towels, aluminum foil, those kind of things. There are some spices but we would recommend taking your own. There is an outdoor fire pit which was great to use and sit outside and enjoy the peace and quiet! Would highly recommend this cottage and would not hesitate to book it again!
