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Explore 150 holiday rentals in Highlands East

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Highlands East holiday rentals start at $220 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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150 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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80 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
140 of Highlands East holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Highlands East rentals

4.9 Average rating
Highlands East stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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Lux-5 Bdrm-Waterfront+Hot Tub+Sauna+Game Rm+SUP's+
Direct waterfront cottage is perfect for multi family getaway. Situated directly on 160 ft of waterfront on Buckhorn Lake with endless fun. Boasting a hot tub, sauna, 30 ft upper deck with glass rail lighting up BLUE at night, beach volleyball, beach area for little ones, master bdrm walkout to deck & breathtaking water views from EVERY bedroom! For the kids and adults alike there is a ping pong table, foosball, pool table, poker table, pac-man arcade, 4 kayaks, 2 SUP, and paddleboat to enjoy!
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews
Cozy "Brownie House" with a Million Dollar view
Escape and recharge at our cozy and peaceful licensed place with stunning views, spacious lot, own lake access. 15 min from Haliburton. Main floor offers open concept kitchen, bathroom, living room, wood stove & pull-out couch. Upstairs there is a loft with 2 single beds and a bedroom with a queen bed. Deck with BBQ and patio set & fire pit are surrounded by trees. Gather at the bonfire and watch the stars. A path continues through the woods to the dock, kayak & canoe. Behaved pets only. Enjoy!
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 137 reviews
Paradise on Paudash-Southern Exposure
Welcome To Our All Season Family Cottage On Paudash Lake! Our Home Boasts Southern Exposure For All-Day Sun, Private Dock & Beach, New Sauna, Fire Pit & Modern Renovations Throughout Interior! Entertain On The Deck With Sitting Area & Gas BBQ. You'll See Beautiful Sunsets, Fish, Swim, Canoe, Paddle Board & More! Private & Isolated But Only A 5 Min Drive To General Store & LCBO! Ample Parking & Boat Launch Next Door. Short Drive To Bancroft, Eagle’s Nest Lookout, Egan Chute Falls & Silent Lake.
FamilyValueWi-Fi
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviews
Chandos Lake Cottage
Luxury lakefront cottage. Shallow wade-in water near the shore and deep off the large 20x20ft dock. Custom stone steps will take you down to both the dock and the lake. Large outdoor dining options and many areas to sit and relax. Spacious chef's kitchen. Large indoor wood-burning fireplace, outdoor fire pit, and lots of water toys, including 2 kayaks, 1 canoe and a SUP board. There is also a trampoline for the kids! Fully maintained road makes this a perfect winter getaway location in winter!
ValueLocationPool
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews
Kabin Paudash Lake
Our Kabin is a newly renovated, all-season, boutique 4 bedroom cottage (approx. 1,500 sq ft) with many details and features that we are excited to share with you. Located at the water's edge, the Kabin has beautiful south-eastern exposure, overlooking Lake Paudash. Water can be accessed by the gently sloping sandy beachfront or from our brand new dock. Just over 2 hours away from Toronto, but the scenic Hwy 28 makes the time fly by. We just LOVE our place and are certain that you will too!
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 198 reviews
Lakefront Haliburton | Sauna | Woodstove | 3BR
Escape to our private lakefront cabin in Haliburton, just 10 minutes from town — featuring a 6-person sauna and a screened-in porch for year-round relaxation. Set on 100 ft of private lakefront, this cozy yet spacious cottage is perfect for couples, families, or friends looking to unwind in nature — whether you're swimming and paddling in summer, enjoying fall colours, or warming up in the sauna after a snowy day. Pricing includes HST. 2.5 hrs from GTA on Long / Miskwabi Lake
FamilyValueBarbecue
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 222 reviews
Twin Pines - Escape. Unwind. Repeat.
Beautiful cottage on a serene 2-lake chain—your perfect year-round retreat! Nestled in nature yet just minutes from Wilberforce (grocery, LCBO), our cottage comfortably sleeps 4 and offers all the comforts of home. Pet-friendly (small dogs only). Enjoy a private dock, great fishing, fire pit, pool table, horseshoe pits, tire swing, canoe, rowboat, paddleboat & 2 SUPs. Wi-Fi with Netflix, Prime & Disney+. Firewood included—perfect for relaxing or adventure-filled getaways!
ValueFamilyIndoor spaces
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews
Peaceful Retreat on Baptiste Lake
Get away to this gorgeous property on Baptiste Lake! Amenities: - High-speed Starlink Internet - BBQ and wrap-around deck - Large dock(s) for swimming and fishing - Breezy 3-season sunroom with a view - South-facing, sun on the dock all day, and a sunrise view - Good lake for pike, pickerel, bass and trout - Cozy woodstove for winter warmth - Snowmobile access to lake (300m down the road) Getting here: - Easy drive from Toronto or Ottawa, 1 hour from Algonquin Park
FamilyLocationParking
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 235 reviews
Highland Bliss Gorgeous Lakefront Cottage& Hot Tub
Highland Bliss is perfect for romantic getaways, friends' weekend or family holidays. 2.5 hrs from GTA and 15 mins to downtown Haliburton for groceries, pharmacy, LCBO, and restaurants. Relax and recharge in our stylish, cozy space. Chill out in our brand-new Hot Tub. Take our "Stairway to Haven" to enjoy Long Lake where the water is clear and perfect for swimming, canoeing, kayaking or relaxing on the dock. Explore Haliburton Highlands. Find your "Bliss"
ValueLocationCleanliness
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 158 reviews
Luxury Four-Season Riverside Cabin
Four-season cottage, on the Irondale River. Enjoy luxuries such as heated bathroom floors, soaker tub, modern kitchen, washer/dryer. The high ceilings and windows allow nature in. Step out to paradise, relax by the campfire, paddle or swim the river. Three bedrooms: King, queen, double, plus 2 Bean Bag chairs that convert into mattresses. Perfect for families or romantic getaways. Comfortably sleeps 6 guests. NEW- STARLINK INTERNET!!
ValueLocationKitchen
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 202 reviews
Lake Cabin: Private, 6BR, HotTub, Sauna, GameRoom
Welcome to 360 Peninsula Oasis 840 feet of private shoreline. 360° lake views from every room. No neighbours — just crown land, open water, and your group. This is the cottage people talk about for years. Nestled on a stunning peninsula on Koshlong Lake in the Haliburton area, this fully renovated 6-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom retreat sits on 3.5 private acres surrounded by crown land on all sides. Only 3 hours from the GTA.
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 228 reviews
Kabin Tapoke | Wild Kabin | Hot tub-Sauna-Sunsets
Welcome to Kabin Tapoke – a signature retreat by Wild Kabin Co. A beautiful waterfront cottage located in Minden Hills, Ontario. The 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage is positioned high in the trees and has incredible views of Moore Lake, situated on 1.13 acres and 255ft of shoreline. This gorgeous private forest setting, only 2 hours from the GTA is perfect for a family getaway! STR24-00016
LocationFamilyKitchen
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviewsPopular amenities for Highlands East cottage rentals
Cottage rentals with a hot tub

Stunning cottage with Hot Tub!
LocationFamilyNearby
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 243 reviews
Lakefront cottage with hot tub and amazing porch
LocationFamilyLayout
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviews
Driftwood Bay
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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 186 reviews
Lakefront Cottage with Pool, Hot Tub & Sauna
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 275 reviews
Lakefront Cottage Getaway | Hot Tub · Dog Friendly
ValueLocationKitchen
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 306 reviews
4 Bed, 3 Bath, Stunning Bit of Paradise, Hot Tub
ValueLocationView
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews
Charming A Frame Waterfront Cottage
ValueLocationHiking
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 279 reviews
Ultimate Lakeview Retreat: Hot Tub, Paddle & Play
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4.8 out of 5 average rating, 173 reviewsPet-friendly cottage rentals

Cozy Cottage on Cardiff Lake
FamilyValueGetting around
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 330 reviews
Escape to Falconview, Huntsville-Muskoka
FamilyValueKitchen
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 143 reviews
Private Cottage Getaway on Chandos Lake
FamilyLocationTV
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 165 reviews
Beautiful Large 5bed 4bath Lakehouse in Bancroft
ValueFamilyBathroom
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 106 reviews
Marrakahshe Retreat | Luxury Sauna, Beach & Yurt
FamilyValueOutdoor spaces
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 175 reviews
Serenity Now!
FamilyLocationSleep quality
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 163 reviews
Lakefront Sunset Retreat | 4BR, 3BA, Fast Wi-Fi
LocationFamilyBeach
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews
Cheerful 3 bedroom cottage with fireplace.
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviewsPrivate cottage rentals

Beautiful Waterfront Cottage on Kennisis Lake
FamilyValueHospitality
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 160 reviews
Private Peninsula Paudash Lake
FamilyLocationLaundry
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 46 reviews
Raven’s Den Cottage in Haliburton
LocationFamilyCondition
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 27 reviews
Lake front Cottage/ Hot tub, Sauna, Arcade
FamilyValueLaundry
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 49 reviews
A Tory Lake Treasure in Haliburton County
ValueFamilyHospitality
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 87 reviews
Yogi's Lakefront Cabin
FamilyLocationCondition
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 79 reviews
The Edge of Esson Lake aka 'The Edge'
ValueFamilyAccuracy
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 73 reviews
LakeKabin: 5BR, EpicGameRoom, HotTub, Sauna, Kayak
LocationFamilyAccuracy
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 78 reviewsWhen is the best time to visit Highlands East?
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| Avg. price | $427 NZD | $402 NZD | $387 NZD | $366 NZD | $420 NZD | $446 NZD | $556 NZD | $554 NZD | $399 NZD | $390 NZD | $351 NZD | $431 NZD |
| Avg. temp | -7°C | -6°C | -1°C | 6°C | 12°C | 17°C | 20°C | 19°C | 15°C | 9°C | 3°C | -3°C |
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