Hawkweed Cabin

This Cabinscape is located on Kirkfield Lake, a body of water sustained by 3 underground fresh water springs. This gorgeous lake is clean and crystal clear with a blueness seldom seen anywhere in Ontario.

This geologically unique property (the site of a former limestone quarry) offers ample opportunities to connect with nature. Snowshoe, hike or run the trails on-site that meander through forests and wildflower meadows. Swim, paddleboard, snorkel or get out and cycle the roads and rail trails in the area.

Our property is adjacent to the Trent Severn Waterway system which connects to several larger lakes in the Kawartha Lakes region, making it an excellent basecamp for day-long expeditions on the water.

Each cabin is approximately 150 meters away from its neighbouring cabin(s). Our cabins have been strategically placed to provide as much privacy as possible, however, you will likely hear others out and about on the lake and property. Sites are big, beautiful and protected, neighboring guests are not permitted on your private site.

Entry is by lock-box and key. Check in time is 4 pm. Check-out is 12 pm.

We are always just a text away for any questions or assistance. Our on-call property manager lives nearby and can be available on-site when needed.

• Your own food & drink
• Your own towels, sheets, pillows, pillow cases and blankets
• Firewood 
• Bug repellent
• Hand sanitizer

Our water is pumped from the lake. Running water is shut off when temperatures dip below freezing. This normally happens mid-October but can vary each year.  When running water is shut off, we provide 40L of water for dish washing and drinking. All taps (including shower taps) are turned off. Water is turned back on before the May Long Weekend.

Please note that running water will be shut off on October 15th.

This cabin can accommodate up to 3 guests. The base rental rate includes 2 guests. A third guest is an additional $25/per night. Please check off 3 guests at checkout.

There is NO WIFI access at this cabin. There is reliable cell reception. However, access to data is slow and spotty. Don’t plan on having a Zoom meeting here.

There is one outlet in the kitchen for charging your phone and laptop but charging multiple phones / laptops will drain the cabin’s battery quickly. We DO NOT recommend using the outlet for high voltage items like hairdryers, coffee makers, kitchen appliances, etc. This is a low voltage outlet and power outages will result. Health-related items like CPAP machines cannot be accommodated at our cabins. Feel free to reach out to bookings@cabinscape.com for clarification on what machines/electronics can be used at our cabins. 

You bet. Depending on the season, you’ll encounter bugs of all sorts. Bugs, rodents and wildlife are a reality of the wilderness. Guests should come prepared with bug spray and proper protective attire. Ticks have also been a major issue across Ontario. Please do your research ahead of time and learn how to properly check yourself for ticks. 

While we do our best to protect our cabins from pesky critters by having them seasonally sprayed, critters can sometimes find their way into the cabin. That’s why it’s important to keep your food sealed and stored. If you’re squeamish around bugs or critters, you may want to consider another kind of getaway.

This location may pose several safety hazards for young children, including steep cliff faces without barriers, rocky pathways, and deep water. Unfortunately, this can be a dangerous site for young children. Parents must take full responsibility for their little ones at all times when outdoors at this site.

In order to keep noise levels to a minimum and to consider all our guests on-site, we only allow pups at a couple sites on this property. If you are looking to bring your pup, check out our Woodrush Cabin.

No. In an effort to ensure safe paddling practices at our cabins, we only offer our paddleboards when the water is at safe temperature (especially important in the event of an unexpected fall). When it is safe to paddle, typically between mid-April and early-November, this cabin comes with a complimentary rental paddleboard, a paddle, and two adult PFDs for our guests to enjoy during their stay.

If you are coming during the shoulder season, and would like to confirm whether the paddleboard will be available for your stay, please reach out to bookings@cabinscape.com with your reservation dates.