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Escape to a Cozy Retreat in Our Tiny Home!
Experience a unique and intimate getaway for two in our charming, wood-stove-heated tiny home. Nestled in a country neighborhood in Williamsford Ontario, this retreat for mature couples offers:
• Fully furnished uninsulated tiny home with towels, pillows, bedding, drinking water, and electricity.
• Coffee and tea beverages are provided.
• A cozy wood stove (firewood included!) to keep you warm. Campfire wood is included.
• An outdoor toilet (outhouse) with a 250-watt motion-activated heat lamp for added comfort.
• A propane BBQ with side burner for outdoor cooking.
• A steel-roof-covered hot tub to relax under the stars. (runs year round)
• Outdoor fire pit and access to a nature trail.
• Outdoor shower (closed for winter).
Why Book Directly?
Save on Airbnb fees and taxes by booking directly with us! We have almost 200 glowing reviews on Airbnb for your peace of mind. Please read all of the details on this page.
Booking Requirements:
• A name, address, email and phone number are required for all reservations.
• Photo ID will be checked in person upon arrival to confirm your identity. The card presented must match the reservation. Even if you stayed with us previously on Airbnb, you must still provide this because a host on the Airbnb platform never sees your ID or any details about a guest beyond a name and phone number. If you'd like to see my ID at that time I have no problem verifying my identity as the host as well.
• A $100 refundable security deposit is required via e-transfer to secure your booking. This deposit becomes non-refundable in case of no-shows or damages. A deposit is required the same day you submit your booking request. My email address is listed below. Unpaid booking requests expire and will be canceled within 24 hours of submission. Please see our cancellation policy at the bottom of this page for full details.
• The remaining rental fee for the duration of the stay is due in cash upon arrival. We do not accept card payments for this method. If you wish to pay by card, book through our Airbnb listing instead. https://airbnb.ca/h/hwy6homestead
Pricing and payment terms:
• Weeknights (Sunday - Thursday): $100 per night. Long term and discounts and repeating rates are negotiable, these rates may change month-by-month due to seasonal demand and must reflect current market value. An example would be; the May price wouldn't be the same as the August price (peak season).
• Weekends (Friday−Saturday): $120 per night. Weekend rates come at a premium due to high demand.
• An example of the total cost to put up is: $200 for a weeknight, $220 for a single weekend evening (including the $100 deposit, which you get back after the stay).
• If rate has already been discussed with and agreed to with the owner you can disregard the nightly rate listed above and go with that.
• If you're staying week by week in a repeating pattern, we would need to collect payment on the first day of the stay for each week.
Check-In & Access:
• After your requested check-in date is confirmed with the host, and the deposit is paid, the exact address, directions and instructions are given to you in a welcome message via email.
• Check-in time is between 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
• Upon arrival, you will meet the host in the little Country Store at the front of the property (the office) to pay cash for the total nightly rate and present your ID card. I will then provide the 4-digit code for the keybox, located to the right of the tiny home's door. Slide the plastic shutter down, enter the code, and retrieve your key. Have a pleasant evening!
• Checkout is by 12:00 p.m. sharp, do not be late, we have other guests to accommodate.
Deposit Return:
On the final day of checkout, your $100 deposit will be returned to you after a quick inspection of the property to ensure everything is in order. For long term or repeating stays this day could also be the final day you stay with us. Or the deposit collection and return could repeat week over week, whichever you prefer. I will also collect the key in person at that time. You will meet me in that same office as before for the return. If any damages, major cleaning issues, smoking odors or signs of theft are present you will forfeit your deposit.
House Rules:
• Minimum age 21.
• Maximum occupancy of 2 adults. 0 Children. Daytime guests are fine, no overnight guests beyond 2 persons in total.
• No smoking inside.
• No pets allowed.
• No parties or music at night.
• We don't host anonymous stays and we can't host anyone who hasn't paid the deposit first.
• Minimum 1 night stay, maximum 7 nights stay. Contact me to request an extension, we are also open to negotiate longer stays.
Further Details to Note:
Your stay at my place will be quite different from a hotel or motel and may not be suitable for everyone. Think of it as a very comfortable camping experience instead.
Location and Setting:
My place features small outdoor buildings on a working hobby farm set in a country neighbourhood. We're conveniently located just off a main highway, which means there may be some traffic noise during peak times. Our main house is also on the property, and only my family lives here, so there will be no other guests on site. The yard is designed with a very open-concept layout.
Expected Temperatures:
In the spring, fall and winter months, please expect that the weather will be cold. You're advised to dress warm and bring slippers. The outdoor structures, including the outhouse, shower, and hot tub enclosure are not heated. The cabin itself is not airtight and lacks insulation, but it does have an electric wall heater and wood stove. However, the interior of the cabin may still feel cool if the outdoor temperature falls below 8°C (46°F). There is a fan available in the sleeping loft to help keep the space comfortable during warmer weather, but the cabin does not have air conditioning.
Nature and Wildlife:
During your stay, you may encounter naturally occurring insects and wildlife. Please note that our property is adjacent to over 100 acres of wild forest, so it's possible for a bug to enter through an open door or a small crack. While we make every effort to ensure there are none, you understand that due to the nature of our location, it is impossible to guarantee this. We mention this is in our listing descriptions and photos. To help manage insects, we provide a bug zapper, bug spray, and a fly swatter inside.
Limited Amenities:
There is no microwave, no washing machine, no dryer, no television, but we provide free WiFi and a complimentary propane barbecue with a side burner for outdoor cooking. There is a drying line for hanging clothes and you may request a wash & dry for personal items at $10 per load.
Sleeping Loft:
The sleeping loft measures 5 feet wide by 12 feet long and has a low ceiling of approximately 3 feet. The size may not be suitable for all guests. Access to the loft is only by climbing a 6-foot ladder. The space sleeps 2 adults maximum in a double size bed.
Toilet and Water:
The toilet is a very well-maintained pit outhouse that may emit an odor depending on usage and environmental factors such as heat and humidity. The only pressurized water available is from the shower house pump. If the temperature falls below the freezing point of water, the shower water may temporarily stop flowing until conditions improve. Drinking water inside the tiny home is provided from a water jug.
Host Cleaning & Access:
The host must have access to the cabin interior at least once a week in order to retrieve, wash and return laundry, dishes and restock other consumable items. We must also be allowed to perform basic cleaning duties such as sweeping, wiping, mopping, or repairs and upgrades necessary for the upkeep of the rental unit and surrounding business areas. Notice by text message will be provided. The hot tub and outhouse also require daily maintenance.
Security Cameras:
We always inform our guests that there are three exterior security cameras on our property, which will be active and recording throughout your stay. One camera is positioned at the front driveway. One camera is located at the back parking lot. One camera is installed in our Country Store, a business which is open to the public and situated in my front yard.
• The outdoor shower is closed for the season with no alternative available. Reopening in May 2026. This is to prevent frozen water lines, ice on the floor and damage to the water heater and pump.
• Please read page 6 in the house manual regarding wood stove safety and operation.
• Complimentary firewood is provided for the wood stove and fire pit. Extra wood can be found in the shelter next to the barbecue or by the fire pit.
• Extra blankets are stored in the pine box in the loft. We suggest bringing slippers or heavy socks in case you find the floor cold. Dress warmly.
• The hot tub runs all winter. Please replace the extra thermal covers after use.
• A coffee maker, kettle, and tea beverages are provided for your use.
• The cabin is equipped with anti-freezing protections for the drinking water system inside as well as a heated front eavestrough to prevent ice dams under the front door.
• A salt, sand, and shovel station outside the front door is available when it snows. We also do snow removal service from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm.
• The toilet is a pit outhouse that has a 250-watt heat lamp on a 10-minute motion-activated timer. There is no running water in this system.
• During times of heavy snowfall, the fire pit may become temporarily inaccessible or closed. The trails have no winter maintenance.
Late Checkout Policy:
If you remain in the accommodation or on the premises past the agreed check-out time without prior consent from the Host (referred to as an "Overstay"), you acknowledge that the short-term rental contract is terminated, and you no longer have any rights to stay in the accommodation or anywhere else on the property. The Host or Co-Host reserves the right to enforce your departure in accordance with the Province of Ontario's Trespass to Property Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. T.21.
Cancellation Policy:
We have a strict cancellation policy.
• A $100 refundable deposit is required ahead of your booking to secure your reservation. This deposit is applied toward the total cost of your stay.
Cancellation by Guest:
• If you cancel your reservation, you will not be charged the remaining balance, but the $100 deposit will not be refunded since we blocked an Airbnb calendar night(s) to host you. This protects the host against lost income potential.
No-Shows:
• If you fail to arrive on your scheduled check-in date within the time-frame allotted it will be considered a no-show. In this case, the $100 deposit will be forfeited since we blocked Airbnb calendar nights(s) to host you.
Early Departure:
• If you choose to check-out early for any reason, you will still be responsible for the full cost of your stay, and no refunds will be issued. If everything looks good after inspection your deposit will be returned to you.
Changes to Reservation:
• Any changes to your reservation (e.g., dates, number of guests) must be requested at least 7 days before your check-in date and are subject to availability.
Cancellation by Host:
• In the unlikely event that we must cancel your reservation due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., extreme weather, property damage, double bookings, market changes), you will receive a full refund of your $100 deposit provided there are no damages plus the cost of any nights unused . We will make every effort to notify you as soon as possible. If the host cancels your reservation due to house rule violations, no refunds will be issued and you must leave the property immediately.
Force Majeure:
• We are not liable for any cancellations or changes due to circumstances beyond our control, including but not limited to natural disasters, pandemics, or government travel restrictions. In such cases, the $100 deposit will not be refunded, and the remaining balance will be waived.
Additional Notes Regarding Bookings:
• The $100 deposit also serves as a security deposit and will be returned on the last day after a property inspection, provided there are no damages, major cleaning issues, smoking odors or signs of theft.
• All payments (deposit and remaining balance) must be made as outlined in our booking requirements. Failure to comply with payment terms will result in the cancellation of your reservation.
• By booking with us, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to all of our policies.
Go ahead and fill out the form below but wait to hear from me before sending any deposit. I will contact you if there is any conflict with your requested dates. Be sure to read the terms on this page in full.
