Kid-friendly holiday rentals in Rideau Canal

Donna was a superb host. We quickly learned to trust her restaurant recommendations, and in addition to her apartment being scrupulously clean and cozy, she provided extras like coffee and a fridge filled with sparkling mandarin orange water, so we felt genuinely welcome and cared for. We would rent from Donna again in a heartbeat.

Perfect location for those who want be within walking distance of Elgin Street and Landsdowne Park. Also great location if activities are at the University of Ottawa. Even Sparks St, Parliament Hill and the By Ward Market are not too long walks. Located along on Colonel By Drive so easy access to canal paths and perfect to take advantage of the summer closure of the canal parkways for biking. For there summer (2025) there is a lot of construction (sewer/water mains work) in this part of Ottawa. Noise from the construction was no issue for our weekend stay. However, random road closes can make access (at least following Google Maps navigation) a bit challenging. Just check with the host prior to your arrival for notice of any key road closures. Ince this construction is complete, the home has easy access to both canal parkways, downtown core and Hwy 417.

Quiet and peaceful area. There is a school nearby, so there are children's voices. There are no shops or restaurants around the house, but peace and cool squirrels that you can watch instead of watching TV.

Everything was perfect! Only small downside, there is an apartment just downstairs and depending on where the people are, you can hear them talking easily. But otherwise, everything is clean, faithful to the photos. Easy communication with host. Thanks!

I had a long stay at Hanan's (four weeks), and she made sure that everything was perfect: quiet, clean, safe, nice, completely hassle free, just exactly what I needed at the time. She's also just incredibly nice and friendly, and went above and beyond to be make sure I was comfortable. Would highly recommend staying here for any duration of time, it's in a location with connections that makes it very easy to get downtown, or any other place in Ottawa. Can't thank you enough Hanan, d.

Third stay here, I love it! A perfect spot for a getaway. Very well equipped, has everything you need.

This cabin was an absolute dream for our mothers' first visit to Canada! We were looking for something special, and this place exceeded all expectations. The location was ideal – a perfect blend of natural beauty and proximity to the city. What truly amazed us was how much more beautiful it was in person compared to the already great photos. The serene lake view, the perfectly stocked kitchen, and the immaculate cleanliness all contributed to an unforgettable stay. You can feel the warmth and care in every detail. The hosts were also fantastic, with quick and kind communication. They even helped us retrieve keys we'd accidentally left behind! We can't wait to return and highly recommend this incredible retreat.

Great place close to beach, cycle paths, trendy neighborhood. Spotlessly clean. Below ground but does not feel like a basement. Would come back any time. Responsive host.

I had a fantastic stay. The place was exactly as described—clean, comfortable, and in a great location. The host was responsive and friendly, making check-in and communication super easy. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area.

Very nice spot - and very quiet - given the location! Lovely backyard.

Marina was great and place suited our needs. She was very responsive to our questions and had a very comfortable clean and safe place. Would highly recommend to stay here

A fantastic place to stay for a family with a kid.

We had a great stay! The check-in and check-out instructions were very clear and easy to follow. The space was clean and comfortable, and the location was fantastic for what we needed. The bedrooms did run a little warm, but there were tower fans to help circumvent that and keep things comfortable. We would definitely stay here again!

the place is immaculate and just like the pictures! it is close to everything and the kitchen is great for those who like to cook. highly recommend if it is available!

Our stay in the apartment was lovely - it was spotless, exactly as described, well-located, and very peaceful. Grace and Lorenzo were great hosts.

Brenan's place was perfect for our one-week stay in Ottawa. It was clean, comfortable and convenient. Situated on a quiet street, it’s within easy walking distance to a grocery store (Loblaws), LCBO, restaurants and a shopping mall. The kitchen had everything we needed and Brenan was welcoming, friendly and generous, letting us use his BBQ so we could eat outdoors and enjoy his lovely backyard. We definitely recommend Brenan's place for a great west end location.

Highly recommend, spotless place, a plethora of shopping, including groceries, within walking distance; a very spacious two bedroom with a huge bathroom and open space kitchen/living with giant windows and a huge balcony. Kitchen has everything one could need to whip out a good meal, the host generously provided a supply of good coffee for the drip coffeemaker and a selection of teas as well, a super nice touch after a long drive. We will back.

It is a very lovely room giving you the feeling of home. Good location to the downtown attractions and nearby good supermarkets. Quiet and peaceful environment.

It was a beautiful two-story luxury condominium loft. Perfect for a single person or a couple. The place looked exactly as it appeared in the photos. Helen was always responsive and helpful every time I messaged her. If I ever return back to Ottawa, I will happily book Helen’s condo loft again !!!

Marco was very friendly and responded to all our needs. I will greatly recommend his place

Everything was as advertised! Clean place and good location, I recommend!

We stayed at Vlad’s apartment for my graduation from Carleton and it was great!

Great place close to where I needed to be in Ottawa. Clean and easy check in/communication with host. No complaints!

Really enjoyed my stay in this beautiful, modern, spotless home. Thank you Tiffany for sharing your space with my dog and I. We loved walking the bike path conveniently located right in front of your house.