The Beacon - Lakefront Log Home for Families, a quiet summer or winter paradise! | Ski Chalet in Quyon
4 Bedroom Ski Chalet in Pontiac, Quyon
The Beacon is a charming waterfront log home ideal for vacationing with family and friends, or remote work. Surrounded by nature, this family-friendly retreat offers stunning views of Pontiac Bay from a large private deck. Enjoy activities like swimming, fishing, hiking, canoeing, and stargazing. Relax by the wood-burning stove, play games or detox in the cedar sauna. Kids will love the treehouse and swim dock, while winter offers snowshoeing and skating. It’s the perfect family getaway!
The space:
We're offering our family cottage (aka "The Beacon") for rent. The Beacon is a waterfront log house that's fully equipped to comfortably host up to 8 guests so it's perfect for 2 families or a group of friends who want a magical place to recharge, relax, reunite or work remotely.
Surrounded by nature, this family-friendly log home provides a quiet getaway from city bustle, yet only 1hr from Ottawa.
Enjoy deep breaths of fresh air and stunning views of Pontiac Bay from the large private deck. Relish quality time swimming, fishing, hiking, star-gazing, canoeing, or kayaking. Relax on the private beach, watch for wildlife, read by the woodburning stove, detox in the cedar sauna and roast marshmallows over a roaring campfire. During the winter enjoy snowshoeing or skating!
Kids will enjoy the treehouse with slide, monkey bars, floating dock, sandy beach, green lawn space for soccer and games, and a variety of childrens’ books. As my son says, "this place is a slice of heaven".
The cottage has 4 bedrooms (5 beds) + den (pullout couch) with beautiful wood details and rustic charm. Every room boasts views of the bay and surrounding forests, with either a queen or twin beds. There are bathrooms on each level, with each having a tub/shower unit, towels, beach towels and a hair dryer. The den has a dedicated work space, strong WIFI, flat screen TV and DVD player (or can connect to a laptop or streaming device), views of the bay, plus a double pull-out sofa bed.
The kitchen is fully equipped for cooking and baking. Contains stove/oven, fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, filtered drinking water, blender, mixmaster, tea kettle and other appliances. There is a propane BBQ and charcoal BBQ on the deck, plus a second fridge downstairs.
The living room features a cozy wood burning stove with complementary firewood, sofa, reading chair, and 2 loveseats.
Outside you’ll find a large deck and Lawn, with table and chairs seating 8, large picnic table (seats 8pp), large shade umbrella, two lounge chairs and additional deck chairs. Outdoor cooking sink near the propane BBQ area.
Other things to note:
- We ask that you only use ‘reef safe’ sunscreens to help protect the health of the ecosystem.
- Please let us know in advance if you require access to the Tesla level 2 EV charger.
The Beacon - Lakefront Log Home for Families, a quiet summer or winter paradise! is located in Pontiac. The Beacon - Lakefront Log Home for Families, a quiet summer or winter paradise! provides accommodation, featuring Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Spa, among other amenities. This Ski Chalet features Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Spa, to make your stay a comfortable one.
The Beacon - Lakefront Log Home for Families, a quiet summer or winter paradise! has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Ski Chalet because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Ski Chalet, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Ski Chalet has a friendly neighborhood, and the Pontiac has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Ski Chalet in Pontiac, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Toilet paper
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2 bathrooms
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Towels provided
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Shampoo
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Hair dryer
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Soap
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Bathtub or shower
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Bed sheets provided
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4 bedrooms
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Dining table
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Dining room
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Fireplace
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Living room
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Toaster
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Ice maker
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Coffee/tea maker
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Oven
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Refrigerator
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Dishwasher
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Microwave
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Stovetop
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Beach sun loungers
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Beach towels
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On the beach
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Electric car charging station on site
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Onsite parking
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1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
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Pet friendly
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Welcoming cats and dogs only
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Smooth flooring in public areas
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Well-lit path to entrance
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No elevators
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Smoke-free property
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Ice skating nearby
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Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Wildlife and game walks nearby
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Boat on site
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Kayaking nearby
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Power boating nearby
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Fishing nearby
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Kayak on site
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Birdwatching nearby
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Swimming nearby
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Hunting nearby
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Water sports equipment
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TV
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Games
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DVD player
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Books
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At least 80% lighting from LEDs
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Recycling
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Composting
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Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
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Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)
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Double-glazed windows
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English
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French
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On the lake
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In a rural location
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On the waterfront
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Desk chair
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Computer monitor
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Desk
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Children's books
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Children's toys
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Children's dinnerware
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Children's games
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Playground
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Travel crib
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
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Outdoor furniture
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Barbecue grill
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Garden
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Balcony
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Firepit
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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First aid kit
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Deadbolt lock
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Fire extinguisher
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Sauna
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property long-term renters welcome onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number 319463, 2026-08-22 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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 this property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
