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Clear Lake is part of the Trent-Severn Waterway National Historic Site, one of Canada’s most celebrated recreational waterway systems. The lake connects west to Katchewanooka Lake and east to Stoney Lake through the lock at Young’s Point (Lock 27), giving cottage guests on Clear Lake direct access to both directions of the waterway system. The connected water route is one of the defining advantages of this location for boating families.
The lake itself is known for clean, relatively clear water by Kawartha standards, with sandy and rocky bottom sections that make it well-suited to swimming and family use. Young’s Point village, at the eastern end of Katchewanooka Lake adjacent to Clear Lake, provides a marina, local services, and the lock that marks one of the most scenic spots on the waterway corridor. Stoney Lake, immediately to the east, is one of the Kawartha Lakes‘ most respected lake addresses and is reachable by boat directly from Clear Lake properties.
The region surrounding Clear Lake includes Lakefield to the southwest for full grocery, LCBO, and urban services, and Peterborough approximately 30 minutes south on Highway 28 for comprehensive amenities. The Canadian Canoe Museum in Peterborough and the Peterborough Lift Lock are both within easy reach for guests who want cultural and historical context for their time on the waterway.
Cottage Vacations has operated in Ontario cottage country since 1999. We manage over 400 properties across the province and have matched more than 35,000 verified guests with the right cottages. Booking through Cottage Vacations in Clear Lake means working with a full-service agency that knows this stretch of the Trent-Severn Waterway, the difference between a waterway-connected dock property and a quieter Clear Lake bay cottage, and what different guest types need from a stay on this section of the waterway.
Every Property is Personally Inspected
Our team visits and verifies every property before it enters our collection. Listings include full disclosure of lake access type, dock specifications, waterway access, shoreline character, and any property notes relevant to your stay.
Transparent Pricing With No Hidden Fees
The rate shown on a listing is the rate you pay. Cleaning terms, damage deposit conditions, and any additional charges are disclosed before you book. There are no surprise costs at checkout.
24/7 Guest Support and Local Maintenance Access
Our support team is reachable throughout your stay. We have established relationships with local service contacts in the Clear Lake and Young’s Point area. Guests do not manage property issues on their own.
A Verified Guest Database Built Over 25 Years
Our cottage management operations have built a verified database of more than 35,000 renters who have stayed with us previously. Every new booking inquiry is reviewed before confirmation, protecting Clear Lake property owners from damage risk.
Tell us what you need. We find the right Clear Lake cottage. You book knowing exactly what you are getting.
Search verified Clear Lake listings filtered by lake access, group size, or amenity. Alternatively, contact our team directly with your dates and preferences. We know the Trent-Severn Waterway and can advise on which Clear Lake properties best suit your group’s planned activities.
Our specialists understand the difference between a waterway-connected dock property and a quieter Clear Lake bay cottage. We guide every inquiry to the best fit for group size, budget, and the kind of stay you are planning.
Every listing is inspected and accurately described. Rates are transparent and disclosed before confirmation. Your stay is supported from booking through checkout with direct access to our team at any point.
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Booking through Cottage Vacations means peace of mind and attentive service from start to finish.
We bring twenty years of deep-rooted Clear Lake knowledge to every booking, ensuring you find a property that perfectly aligns with your lifestyle and vision.
Every listing in our portfolio is personally visited and verified by our team, guaranteeing that the home you see online is exactly what you find on arrival.
From initial inquiry to your final sunset on the dock, our 24/7 support team and transparent fee structure provide a seamless, worry-free vacation experience.
Most rentals feature private docks, water toys, modern kitchens, and fire pits, along with luxury saunas and spectacular views of the iconic Clear Lake lakefront.
Discover the advantage of booking with a local agency that prioritizes property integrity, transparent pricing, and personalized service for every guest.
Summer is peak season, with Clear Lake at its warmest through July and August and the Trent-Severn Waterway at its most active. Canada Day and Civic Holiday weekends book out earliest. Fall brings quieter water conditions, fall colour, and cooler temperatures for outdoor activity. Winter visitors can enjoy snowshoeing, skating on sheltered bays, and cozy fireside stays. Spring offers the first open-water fishing of the season.
Clear Lake is approximately two hours northeast of Toronto via Highway 115 and Highway 28 north through Lakefield and Young’s Point. Lakefield, approximately 20 minutes south, is the natural last supply stop for grocery, LCBO, and hardware before arriving at Clear Lake properties. Peterborough, 30 minutes south on Highway 28, provides full urban amenities.
Properties include luxury lakefront estates with Trent-Severn Waterway dock access, family cottages with calm swimming and multi-bedroom layouts, large-group properties sleeping 10 to 12, and pet-friendly retreats with outdoor space. Every listing is personally inspected and accurately described, including waterway access, dock type, and shoreline character.
Yes. Clear Lake’s calm, clean water and sandy bottom sections make it well-suited to families with young children. The connected waterway system provides boating access to neighbouring lakes for groups who want to explore. Pet-friendly listings are represented in the collection with outdoor space and clear pet policies.
Yes. Clear Lake connects directly to Stoney Lake through the Trent-Severn Waterway. Lock 27 at Young’s Point is the connecting point and is one of the most scenic locks on the system. From Clear Lake, boaters can travel east to Stoney Lake or west through Katchewanooka Lake toward Peterborough. Many Clear Lake properties have direct waterway dock access.
Clear Lake gives you Trent-Severn Waterway access, clean Kawartha lake conditions, and the flexibility to explore Stoney Lake and Katchewanooka Lake by boat from a single base. Whether you are searching for cottage rentals in Clear Lake for a summer family week, a boating retreat, or a quiet Kawartha Lakes stay, our team will match you with the right property.
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