Reviews

This is the 2nd time we stayed at Joshua’s beautiful cottage. First time was in December with my family while this time was along with my friends. He is a great host and very responsive. House was clean and equipped with everything we need, from utensils to blankets, towel, etc… What you see in the photos is what it actually looks like, and even more beautiful with the view. Highly recommended! We will definitely book again with him.

Wesley’s cottage is a great scenic spot, right on the water and driving distance from Restoule Provincial Park. The cottage is brand new, well equipped and with a great layout. All rooms are well appointed leaving no one disappointed. Josh is a great host. From the moment we booked the cottage he was there proactively providing info and advice or responding to any request in a matter of minutes. I would highly recommend and would be looking forward to coming back.

The house was large and spacious. We had our family of 13 and there was lots of space. The house is very new, bright and clean. The big windows looking over the lake is an amazing view. We saw an otter on the ice – so cute. The general store for last minute supplies, beer and LCBO is a two minute walk away and right after that is a beautiful river with rapids and small sets of falls. Josh was really quick to respond when we had any questions or needed anything. We went in the winter, I think it would be awesome in the summer.

Joshua really put himself into their guests' minds, beautiful place with everything you can think of that would be needed in a house. Beautiful view overlooking the water, with impeccable sunrise views. Thank you, Joshua, for welcoming myself and my family to your home.

What a stunning Lakehouse… we’d love to keep this one a secret! The kitchen, dining, and living areas are beautiful, modern, and spacious. The kitchen is well stocked; we cooked and served Christmas dinner for 16. In addition, this was the cleanest Airbnb we’ve ever stayed at. Usually, we have to clean refrigerators, scrub grout, and wash all the dishes when we get to an Airbnb. Everything was new and sparkling clean. The lake and view are amazing. The lake was frozen so we can’t speak on the beachfront/water. We would 100% recommend Wesley’s Cottage.

We had such a great time at Joshua’s private lakehouse. The communication was super easy and quick. The outdoor and indoor actually looked much better than the pictures. The neighborhood is very conveniently located. Comfortable bed, perfect lounge area, spacious and well-organized kitchen. I must say the breathtaking view from the deck was unreal. The only thing I would suggest is a little more stock of coffee. Although it was like 5 minutes walk to the general store to buy my brand of coffee. Would absolutely recommend staying there! Looking forward to another break next summer to enjoy the lake. Thanks for the nice experience, Joshua!

Joshua is such a great host! He seems to really care about his guests’ experience and is just so friendly and responsive. We loved our time here! The kids enjoyed playing in the shallow water (it is super shallow for a long way out which is great for kids). The house has all the amenities you need (loved having a washer and dryer as well as access to a vacuum for cleaning up sand!). There were 10 adults and 7 kids in this house and we all fit comfortably which was amazing. Overall, great stay and would happily return again!

Our family had a very nice time at Joshua’s cottage. He was extremely responsive to all of our questions. We brought a boat for tubing and a lilypad for the kids to swim out to, which they enjoyed a lot. The kayaks were easy to use and very fun, thank you for providing life jackets. The kitchen was gorgeous and had everything we needed. Laundry machines are huge and were helpful to have. Lots of room for all 12 of us, everyone had their own space. The view is beautiful. Lots of very nice quiet mornings with coffee spent on the deck overlooking the bay. Kids enjoyed the neighborhood playground and the nearby ice cream (Brain Freeze Bunkie) at the marina. They played lots of air hockey as well. Water suitable for small children as it is shallow quite a ways out. Beach nice for kids. Very short drive to the provincial park where there are several walking/hiking trails, very nice. Bring bug spray and water shoes and enjoy the peace in Restoule!

My family of 16 (10 adults and 6 young kids) stayed here for a week in July 2023. It’s not easy finding accommodations for a family this size, but this rental fit the bill! The layout was perfect for everyone to have their own space but also to enjoy time together. We had a fantastic week! The highlight was the beach and shallow water for the kids to play. Few rocks and weeds so would recommend water shoes if sensitive to that. We got out in the kayaks daily to explore the calm lake. Ducks & frogs galore! We loved being able to walk to Gerry’s General store and how close we were to the provincial park (adults went for a hike one day), playground, ice cream and Bucks Lodge (we went for dinner one night and they were very accommodating to our large group). Joshua was a super host! He always responded to our messages within minutes. We had one issue with the wifi and he had someone at the cottage within 5 minutes to fix it! We would highly recommend staying here and hope to again!

The cottage was fantastic. Lots of room for a large group with kids to spread out. The view from the deck was amazing. Cottage was very clean. Nice shallow shoreline for little peeps. The host, Joshua was very kind and responsive. We definitely will be returning.

Josh was one of the best hosts I’ve ever stayed with. He gave very clear, detailed instructions for everything. Most importantly, when we had an emergency at 3 am he responded right away and was quick to help us resolve it. That is exactly what you need in a host. The place is just as described. Brand new and absolutely spotless. The view from the deck is incredible.

From the moment we walked in the door, the views blew us away. The entire back of the cottage is filled with windows, giving us a nearly unobstructed view of the lake. The cottage was so roomy with space for everyone to spread out. The large back deck is a great feature as well. Our favorite part was the private beach along the back of the property, and we spent most of our days down there enjoying the water and sunshine!

This was our second time staying at Westley’s in Restoule! Absolutely love the cottage. Lots of space for large groups (we were about 15), beautiful lake views, and great outdoor space to relax. Definitely a spot we will visit again and again. Joshua is extremely responsive, and so friendly during the booking/vacation process!

We were a group of 16 medical students that were very tired and ready to just relax and have a great time and Joshua’s place did just that. The price was perfect for the huge place while also allowing us to have our time apart when needed to. The kitchen was absolutely beautiful and was big enough to allow for a good flow. The view was stunning to wake up to and thankfully, we still went when it was considered “winter” season so there were barely any neighbors. Joshua also went up before we all got there to bring out the kayaks for us which I really appreciated. We would for sure come back here when we have time to! Thank you so much for a great weekend!!

This was the perfect location for our family gathering. We are a large family and it was so lovely to have everyone together, yet to have the space for everyone to do something different. People were in the kitchen cooking dinner, while cards happened at the table, others read in front of the fire, some napped in their room, and of course, the kids had the run of the basement with air hockey and dance parties. The winter sun hits just right through those west windows brightening your day and giving you the warmth you need! The entranceway needs a comment because there is a washroom right there, and there is room for everyone’s shoes without causing the winter shoe mess that is at your home every winter. Everything we needed and more was there for us. Joshua was a fantastic host, his g-drive trove of info was constantly being updated, and he always had an answer for me moments after I asked, even if it was in the documents!

We had the best time in this brand-new home! The kitchen is a dream and the many bedrooms with comfy beds allowed us to spend a great weekend with our whole family including kids! The open concept was beautiful and the downstairs rec room with tv was great for the kids! The driveway is on an incline which was great for sledding! There is a store with everything you might need within a five-minute walk and if you keep walking a hundred meters there is a beautiful river with waterfalls.

First of all, big shoutouts to the host who was really responsive, helpful, and managed to secure a Christmas tree for us given short notice. The home was beautiful and spacious. Great for a big group and enough space for people to be alone if they wish. The host included a handbook of the location so make sure you read it and are prepared. The kitchen was great, had everything you needed except ingredients; bring your own spices if you’re going to cook. Nice private spot. All of us loved it.

Do not miss the opportunity to book at Westleys!! This was our first family cottage trip after covid and I could not have been happier with our stay!! Firstly, the build of the cottage is AMAZING. Unique in its own way and has such a clean, naturalistic, cozy vibe! (large windows and multiple doors to access the deck) Everything you need, the cottage has! Joshua let us know what we did need to bring and with their detailed check-in and instructions our stay was seamless. When we first checked in, I could not contain my big smile and excitement as we explored the cottage! The sunset from the deck was BREATHTAKING. The kitchen was BEAUTIFUL and fully stocked with all the dishes, utensils, kitchen gadgets that you would need. The kids enjoyed the air hockey table, which was definitely a hit. The place was as if it was built brand new just for us! The firepit was great! and there was a corner store around the corner that had many things stocked if needed (including alcohol). I have nothing negative to say nor did we experience any difficulties with our stay. Thank you so much, Joshua, for this beautiful accommodation!! Can’t wait to visit again!!

Words cannot express this place. The location, view, peace, and quiet make this place a dream. Joshua and his family had made our stay a memorable one. They had been super accommodating and incredibly nice. My family loved it so much that we wanted to come back sooner than expected. Thank you so much for making our stay an amazing one.

Joshua’s cottage is amazing, very clean, and perfect for a big group of people. It’s right on the lake with a sandy beach. We had an amazing time at this beautiful cottage. I definitely recommend it to my family and friends.

The view once you enter the place was just amazing! It was very relaxing to sit on the balcony and have your coffee in the morning or stargaze at night! The place was more than what we expected and had everything you’d need. Josh was always available when we’d reach out and was very accommodating with our last-minute requests/needs. Will definitely stay here again/try out his other listings.

This place is absolutely amazing, the kitchen, multiple living spaces, and 7 bedrooms were great for our large group. The views when you walk through the door and out on the deck are perfect and the sandy beach and shallow entry to the water were amazing for the little ones in our group. The water is calm here and a great place to use the provided kayaks which most of our group did! There’s a general store a 5-minute walk from the cottage with pretty well anything you need or have forgotten. A great private location to get away with family or friends. You won’t regret booking this place and we hope to get back next year. The host was super responsive and friendly as well. Thanks, Joshua.

Josh’s Cottage in Restoule is a must-stay place. Placed right in front of the beach and newly furnished, my group and I had an amazing time there. Josh is an amazing and kind host, quickly responded when we had any issues. I would recommend this place to all.

The cottage was beautiful, clean, and comfortable. Stayed with a large group and it had lots of space inside and out to accommodate all of us. The kids loved playing on the sand beach and we all loved the beautiful views across the property. Joshua was a great host with easy and clear communication. We would definitely stay here again. A great choice for a family vacation.