nortehaus - Nordic and Japanese inspired escape

Entire home in Kawartha Lakes, Canada

  1. 4 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 2 beds
  4. 2 baths
Rated 4.96 out of 5 stars.259 reviews
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Hosted by Parker
  1. Superhost
  2. 6 years hosting

Listing highlights

Exceptional check-in experience

Recent guests gave the check-in process a 5-star rating.

Great location

Guests who stayed here in the past year loved the location.

Parker is a Superhost

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Nestled above the ground, surrounded by river and trees, nortehaus was designed as a getaway and grounding space, away, but not too far from the city. Drawing from Nordic and Japanese influences, nortehaus honours simplicity, good company, sustainability, and all things hygge.

The space
Minimalist in its overall design and maximalist in natural textural elements, nortehaus allows the surrounding nature to be the focal point of its design with wall-to-wall / floor-to-ceiling windows. Enjoy, reflect and let go from the many distinctly designed relaxation areas: a soak in the primary bedroom's bathtub, cozied up next to the fire in the living room, or lounging on the outdoor patio - a view of the forest and river can be enjoyed from all.

The primary bedroom features a queen-size 12-inch memory foam mattress, a large bathtub, and a beautiful ensuite bathroom and of course, the view speaks for itself. Go to sleep and wake up surrounded by nature.

The living, dining, and kitchen area is open concept. Expansive in its design and one with nature. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you could need.

Off the kitchen is the second bedroom, a cozy space with a 12-inch memory foam mattress and a full ensuite with a floor-to-ceiling tiled shower.

All elements throughout nortehaus were selected with an appreciation for high-end materials.

Steps from the coziness of the indoors is a short walk down to the riverfront where our guests can go for a lazy swim in the summertime or a cold plunge in the cooler months.

Our sauna, perched right in the forest, has a Shou Sugi Ban (or Yakisugi, as it is known in Japan) exterior. This ancient Japanese wood burning technique, which means “burned cedar,” creates a striking and resilient exterior, while also highlighting the wood's natural veining.

Other things to note
We recommend a vehicle with 4 wheel drive to access the property in the winter time.

We have a strict no-smoking policy (this includes e-cigarettes, vaping, and cannabis). We kindly ask that you please smoke outdoors away from any open windows or doors. Please do not leave any smoking-related waste outdoors. Any guests who violate this policy will be charged $400 CAD

There is an additional cancellation fee (3.5% of total booking) for bookings not made on AirBNB.

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Each Luxe home is fully equipped to meet your needs, with ample space and privacy.
Waterfront
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free washer – In unit

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Rated 4.96 out of 5 from 259 reviews.

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Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 97% of reviews
  2. 4 stars, 3% of reviews
  3. 3 stars, 1% of reviews
  4. 2 stars, 0% of reviews
  5. 1 stars, 0% of reviews

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Kawartha Lakes, Ontario, Canada
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Neighborhood highlights

nortehaus sits on the edge of a river in the Kawartha Lakes region, one of Ontario's most popular cottaging and vacation areas.

Meet your host

Superhost
3,380 reviews
4.92 out of 5 average rating
6 years of hosting
Born in the 90s
Where I went to school: Queen's University
My wife, Katrina, and I run a short term rental property management business called All Ten Wards in Prince Edward County + Ontario cottage country. When not working on our properties you can find me on my skateboard, practicing yoga, or travelling around the world enjoying others' AirBNBs and soaking in the local culture.

Parker is a Superhost

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Co-hosts

  • Katrina

Host details

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
4 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm