Family-friendly holiday rentals in Tay Valley

Family Farm Retreat with GOATS circa 1850

A spacious family nature retreat minutes to Perth! Our farm stay is perfect for families with children to enjoy country living. Hang out with our goats and hens in the back, or enjoy our new fairy garden! Our 1850 log home features 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, a barn board kitchen, spacious living room overlooking Blueberry Creek, and warm dining room with rustic farm table. Our second living room with library, games and instruments invite you to play and relax. Please note no adults only bookings.

Care-free Glamping - intimate cabin in the forest

Cabin with camping sites & firepit included! Our 10x10' cabin is nestled a 1/2 km into the forest on 260 beautiful acres. Experience off-grid life with just enough amenities to be comfortable. Grill food at the fire pit, hike, or cozy up to the woodstove and watch the wildlife wander by. A booking is for the whole location, and you decide who gets the cabin (sleeps 2) and who brings the tents. A 2nd 'bunk' cabin, for an additional fee, is always available for your extra guests. Ask us about it!

La Isla-Safari tent on an island with a hot tub!

This little gem of a spot is on a secluded island in the middle of the Mississippi River. The sound of the rapids will lull you to sleep in your magical tent perched right over the water! With all of the modern conveniences including hot water, outdoor shower, bar fridge, wifi and well appointed outdoor kitchen. This year we are building a treehouse on the island so although we will ensure no construction takes place during your stay, there will be construction materials around on the island

Longview: Hilltop Chalet, Stunning Forest Views

Enter Longview and discover endless forest views and an oasis on 88 private acres of wilderness parkland. A custom built chalet complete with all the amenities was designed with care and attention: Scandinavian box bed, rolltop cast iron tub, library loft, fireplace and a huge deck perched over the forest make Longview a truly unique experience and getaway. Ski, snowshoe, hike or spend time with the horses and never leave the property. Longview invites you to unwind and regenerate. Naturally.

Highland Tiny House: Sunsets, Sheep & Fresh Eggs

Step into rural charm at Highland House, a bright tiny home perched high on 5 private acres in the Lanark Highlands. Wake to epic sunsets, grazing sheep, Chef the pig, and fresh eggs from the coop. In summer, pick veggies from the garden. Enjoy starry nights by the fire pit, yard games & peaceful trails. Perfect for romantic getaways, family time or a nature reset. 1hr from Ottawa, minutes from Perth & Almonte with hiking, lakes & restaurants nearby. Tiny living with big views and cozy vibes.

Off-grid A-frame cabin, come relax in the forest!

Welcome to “The Hemlock” cabin One of two unique cabins on the property. A unique stay situated minutes from historic Perth, Ontario. The Hemlock sits on 160+ acres of private, natural forest. Enjoy 3 season lake access for kayaking & canoe. Year round trails for hiking, snow shoeing, exploring etc. Beautiful scenery and wildlife in a peaceful, private setting, relax and unwind by the fire! We look forward to having you! Suitable for 2 guests but room for more if needed for children etc.

Ultimate Gamers Retreat, Arcade, pool & Hot Tub

POOL SCHEDULE May 15- Oct 1 -Heated pool 80 degrees minimum -Hot tub -BBQ -screened-in gazebo, huge deck & patio -hammocks -fire pit -arcade (thousands of games) Pool table, Foosball, ping pong & table hockey -Star-wars Pinball -Original Nintendo & SNES & PS3, Atari -75 inch TV (Netflix, Disney & Prime) main room -TV in bedroom -King Suite, 2nd bedroom in loft & pull out couch sleeps 6 -Stocked kitchen -3 piece washroom -Laundry & parking -Keurig -condiments -laundry soap -toiletries

Country Cabin

This 200 year old log homestead is situated on the same property as the owners home. Max of four guests, no pets, and delight in the comforts of 1 queen & 1 double bed, indoor plumbing, hot water, shower, internet. Kitchen has microwave, 2 burner stove top, air fryer. Surrounded by 600 acres of bush and fields with 100s of lakes easily within reach. Relax and enjoy a wonderful bonfire at night. [loft staircase may not be suitable for young children & physically compromised people.]

Eco-yurt riverfront, soaker tub, secluded, private

This is a romantic getaway for two on the banks of the Tay, 10 minutes West of Perth, Ontario. Secluded and quiet with private swimming access to the river where it slows and flows over a large flat rock bed. Fully solar, this 20 foot diameter yurt has a queen bed, 3 piece bathroom, propane “wood” stove, T.V. and Starlink wifi access and fully stocked kitchen with coffee and tea service with a Keurig or bodom. Off season and winter rental is available without running water. (see below)

Escape Goat Hideaway at Barking Goat Farms

“Glamping” at its best. Come experience an off grid all season cabin, tucked away in a very private location at Barking Goat Farms, between Toronto and Ottawa. Enjoy your morning coffee on the lovely screened in porch and spend you evenings around the campfire star gazing amid the peaceful surroundings. Many local attractions to visit or just unplug and relax. Perfect for a couples romantic escape or a fun girls getaway. Enjoy a complimentary meet and greet with our goats and donkeys

From quiet rivers to starlit skies,

Experiencing forest bathing while you are also enjoying the comfort of our bubble, Escape the hustle of the modern lifestyle and re-balance your Self with the rythme of nature. Inside, there is a Queen-size bed and wood stove will keep you toasted. No running water; you will find an outhouse a few steps away from the dome. Cook outside on the BBQ, relax in the hamac and explore nature on our trail or in a kayaks or paddle board. A unique way to enhance your experience? Rent a sauna!

Motherwell House-entire house-countryside stay

Welcome to the historical Perth area. We hope you will enjoy your stay at our rural setting, close to amenities but surrounded by the sounds of the countryside. Our house has all the comforts of home with beautiful open vistas visible out each window. This property was deeded to the Motherwell family following the War of 1812, staying in their family name 100 years. The interior of the house is fully renovated with some exterior projects ongoing. HST included in our pricing.