4 min WALK to sand beach & 4 water bodies. Central AC. 4 Fridges. Kid-friendly. | House in Port Franks

Central air conditioning keeps you cool. 4 fridges, at kitchen, bar, lower level and garage; 2 microwave ovens and 3 TV. Open-concept kitchen with an island. Cathedral ceiling above dining area, lounge, dining table and bar. All windows, including those at lower floor, are above ground. Natural gas range and BBQ.
there are recreational activities for any weather In the garage at Tranquil Bay Lodge, you may play Ping-Pong/ table-tennis, axe throwing, and stationary bike, even if it rains outside. The garage is large, 39 feet by 20 feet, with 2 windows that allow the breeze through. The basketball inground post is at concrete parking pad. The wide-open front yard without tall structure is ideal to fly your drone. When strong wind picks up, fly a kite. Fossils are on premise, anyone who finds them earn a reward from house owners. Two groups of guests got $20 in 2023.
the bar tranquil bay lodge is at main floor, facing a large deck, stone patio, shelter and a masonry wood-burning fireplace The bar counter is in width of 4 seats. Dart game, cocktail set, and wine cups are set up. After sunny days, clear sky lends to star watching.
you can hear waves at the front deck, hall and 2 bedrooms Relax on the beach and watch as the water and sky change colours. When the wind on the beach is too wild, walk 3-5 minutes to Old Mouth Lake, L Lake and Mud Creek. Witness different ecosystems at shores by 4 bodies of water.
child-friendly features at tranquil bay lodge are:
- full-size toddler's bed /crib, 53 inches by 29 inches for those under 50 pounds, new 2022 Rocking chair.
- bassinet for baby / toddlers, and changer Play yard is 41 inches long. Anti-UV pop-up tent with mosquito net, SPF 50. The wagon can take multiple young children.
the toddler's booster chair is at tranquil bay lodge Tall dining chairs are in 3 levels of height, fitting children in different age groups. Step stools for young kids using washrooms.
- interior porthole window uses acrylic sheets, rather than glass Most furniture has round corners. Edges of the bunk bed is rounded by bouncy guard.
- kid's kayak for those who weigh under 100 pounds
the utility room can be locked, leaving chemicals behind Toys to play on the beach, in water and indoors, as well as crafts and books.
- the lounging area is next to the kitchen You may prepare meals, BBQ, and watch children simultaneously.
- port franks’ private beach is very shallow, walk 10 feet into lake huron in water of half to 1 foot Finer sand, less stone compared to main beach at Grand Bend 17 min drive away.
fishing, kayak, canoe, surfing, marina and hiking in natural trials are within walking distance Children’s playground is 6 minutes drive away. Half a day is enough to visit stores, cinemas, museum restaurants, and bars around Sarnia, Ipperwash, Grand Bend, Bayfield, Goderich and Parkhill.
tranquil bay lodge has a good privacy It is located at quiet section on Dolway Drive, where crowds heading to the beach do NOT need to drive through. All bedrooms and the backyard are hidden away from neighbours. Nobody sees you even windows are opened in any bedrooms. The Lower level walkout gives you access to a separate cement patio with a view of greenery. Blackout curtains help you stay asleep. Quiet time is 11 pm - 8 am.
this four-seasoned house and garage were completed in 2010 Renovation in need of building permit and new furnishing were done in 2021. The upper flooring is tiles, lower flooring is vinyl planks laid in 2021, both in white color to showcase cleanliness. Two full bathrooms, one with a tub and the other with a shower.
bedroom 3 and 1 have a place for a full-size crib /toddlers bed in length of 53 inches Vrbo only allows “futon”, not particular toddler’s bed. In family room there is a queen-sized Murphy bed, fold down from the wall. Vrbo only allows room name to be “office”, not “family room”. This house has separate living room and family room, each floor has a common area.
high speed and stable internet, three out of four bedrooms have desks, work and learn from vacation house ready Family room at lower level has a square game table where family members play cards.
tranquil bay lodge is stocked with pans, pots, cooking and eating utensils, toaster, coffee machine in drip and filter type for ground coffee, electric kettle, induction oven, rice cooker Dish liquid and dishwasher detergent, laundry detergent, toilet tissue, paper towels, garbage bags, soap, shampoo and conditioner, mosquito repellent, first-aid kit, games and firewood. 7+ beach chairs, 3 beach umbrellas, water toys, skim-boards (1 for kid, the other for adult). Junior kayak, 4-adult air-inflated raft and bikes are available for rent, $10 -30 each. Guests refundable deposit CAD$499 within 8 days after stay.
bedding and towels are not included in the price Bedding is all bed-sheets, pillows and comforters/blankets.
rent a raft $40, for 4 adults, inflatable, including oars and life jackets Rent a kid’s kayak for $10, for youth under 100 pound. Two bikes for rent $30. All vessels and bike users must sign Liability Waver.
three groups of guests are coming in 2024 to attend weddings
house rules
o only human waste and toilet tissue flushed down toilets Houses in Lambton Shores area use septic system other than sewage pipes in big cities. You can see lids of two septic tanks under thin lawn at east side out of house. The several following rules are also related to septic system. You would not want dirty water back up.
o do not let food go down the drains No garbage disposal under any sinks. Septic system can not handle food.
o use spatula or paper tower to wipe off pans if much grease If hand wash, use slightly more than sufficient amount of dish detergent to remove oil.
o spread time of using water E.g, Max 2 laundry loads back to back. Do not keep bath/shower water running continuously for 3+people. Water supply in higher volume when fewer taps running.
o clean off surfaces of bbq each day you use Bring all food and sauce inside before dark. No animals would touch your food. Keep a minimal of a foot away from windows and vinyl siding, to prevent the heat from melting or bubble.
o quiet time between 11 pm and 8 am, noise bylaw (lambtonshoresca) No noise outdoor, especially you see east and west neighbouring houses have vehicles parked outside. If you wish loud music and speech, shut windows and doors then enjoy indoors.
o do not spray insect repellent on the deck Most products contain deet, which stains the vinyl. On lawn, brick patio, cement and asphalt pavement, applying bug spray is fine. Those type that to be rubbed on skin do not have this issue like spraying.
o max 10 people sleep-over, who are 13 years or older This occupancy limit is set by municipality's licensing program of Short-Term-Rental. No RV nor trailer on premise.
o no smoking nor vaping indoor Away from fabric pads, cushions and umbrella, smoking cigarettes outdoor is fine, leaving butts in designated tray under roof of eastern shed. Do not use marihuana nor drug, except owner’s consent.
o no strong odor items used indoor, such as curry, fish sauce Can not burn anything inside.
garbage disposal Municipality collects waste every Thursday morning. Between Wednesday night and Thursday at 7 am, please place trash and recyclable bins at Dolway Drive. Boxes without lids can not be picked up. Trash bags are under kitchen island sink. Municipality does not require plastic bags in bins, you may still use bags for sticky and loose trash.
excessive amount of waste More than 35 gallons 1 full trash bin or more than 47.5 gallons, half of recyclable bin, please take away when you check-out. Leaving on-site will let bugs , ants and germ grow on hot weather. Deposit will be withheld CAD $25 per 18 gallons..

4 min WALK to sand beach & 4 water bodies Central AC 4 Fridges Kid-friendly is located in Port Franks. 4 min WALK to sand beach & 4 water bodies Central AC 4 Fridges Kid-friendly provides accommodation, featuring Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Sports/Activities, among other amenities. This House features Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Sports/Activities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

4 min WALK to sand beach & 4 water bodies Central AC 4 Fridges Kid-friendly has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 13 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Port Franks has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Port Franks, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.