The Kelly Cottage In the Famous 1000 Islands (year round availability & access)

Howe Island, 41 Pickett’s Lane, Minutes to Kingston & (near public Golf Courses & Charity Casino)

1 Welcome to Howe Island … or as the locals say, Welcome to ‘The Island’.

Howe Island is a 31 km² island located in the St. Lawrence River near Kingston, , is part of the chain and measures approximately 13 km X 5 km.

Originally named Ka-ou-enesegoan by local and later Isle Cauchois after its first French owners who took possession in 1685, it became known as Howe Island on July 16th, 1792 , supposedly named after George Augustus, Lord Howe. There is some evidence that it was once called St. John's. There is no evidence of any permanent inhabitation until 1810 by a man named William Casey. In the following four decades successive waves of settlers brought many of the island's long standing families who still live or own land there.

The population currently numbers approximately 300 residents, although this figure doubles in the summer months when recreational properties are occupied. Two, year- round ferry services connect ‘The Island’ to the mainland. Main Ferry (4 min. trip) – closest Kingston  15 cars  on demand; 24 hrs/day  7 days/week; year round

East Island Ferry (4 min. trip) – closest to Gananoque  3 cars  on demand; 7 days/week  6:00 am – 12:45 am

*on demand = no scheduled times; simply arrive @ Ferry dock on either side for pickup. 2 Driving Directions to Howe Island, 41 Pickett’s Lane

From West  Highway 401East to Exit 632 Joyceville turn right; cross Hwy 2; proceed to Howe Island Ferry dock. Approx. 3 hrs from Toronto

From East (Ottawa)  Highway 416 South to Highway; 401 West to Exit 632 Joyceville; turn left; cross Hwy.2; proceed to Howe Island Ferry dock.

Approx. 1.5 hrs from Ottawa

3 Main Cottage & Bunkhouse North-West exposure with beautiful sunsets

Amenities

 smoke free environment  family/senior friendly  911 serviced  deck & furniture  3 bedrooms - sleeps 6-8  4-pce & 2-pce baths  heating & air conditioning  fully equipped eat-in kitchen  covered porch facing water  2 BBQs  biking, walking trails  Phone  Hi speed wireless internet  Husky Station nearby (fuel, propane, 24 hr. restaurant & convenience store) 4 Waterfront

 panoramic mainland view  sturdy dock – 8’x45’  fire pit  water entry - dock/swim ladder or pebble beach  clear clean water; pebble bottom  excellent swimming  water depth @ dock for boats  great fishing (bass, pike, Muskie, perch)  fall duck hunting  Island boat launch nearby (free)  boat rentals nearby  1 km to Kingston Municipal Beach/Playground & Picnic Grounds (free) – also accessible by boat

5 Family Room & Kitchen – overlook waterfront

 satellite/colour TV  radio/CD player  large picture windows  fully equipped  family-size fridge w/freezer  stove, microwave, dishwasher  iron, ironing board  water cooler

6 2 Bedrooms - Main Cottage (queen & bunk) 1 Bedroom – Bunkhouse (twin beds) & 2-pce bath

 queen bed  bunk bed (single top/double bottom)  2 twin beds  ceiling fans  large closets/dresser

7 Additional Views from the cottage …

8 Facilities

Linen Service not provided, required:  towels  bed linens – sheets/pillowcases for: 3 singles, 1 double, 1 queen  personal items  consumables

All quilts, blankets and pillows provided.

Restrictions:  smoke free environment  no Camper Trailers or RVs Onsite (campsites close by)  pets may be allowed and only with prior approval - additional fee may apply

9 Nearby Attractions

 Kingston (pop: 125,000) – Island Queen Cruises, Museums, Public Marina, Shopping, Public Golf, Festivals & Parks, Annual Poker Run www.cityofkingston.ca  Gananoque (pop: 5,000) - Gananoque Boat Line Cruises, Public Marina, Shopping, Public Golf, Festivals & Parks, Thousand Islands Playhouse www.gananoque.com/attractions/index.html  1000 Islands Charity Casino - www.1000islandscharitycasino.com/  1000 Island Poker Run – www.pokerrunsamerica.com/calendar.html  For more information on the 1000 Islands (Boat Rentals, Diving, Dining, Festival of the Islands, Marinas, Boldt Castle, Golf Courses, Fishing, Old Fort Henry, Thousand Islands National Park) www.1000islandsinfo.com/aboutus.htm  Close access to New York State (Alexandria Bay, Clayton, Watertown, Cape Vincent)  2 hrs to Downtown Ottawa– Canada’s Capital (Museums, Shopping, Rideau Carleton Racetrack/Casino; Casino de Lac Leamy is 15 mins from Downtown Ottawa)  3.5 hrs to Montreal; 3 hrs to Toronto

10 Rates, Payment, Reserving & Cancellation Policy

2010 Rates (Sat. to-Sat.) - 3 pm Check in & 11 am Checkout - no exceptions *all rates Canadian Dollars and are based on a 6 person occupancy

Low Season Reservations - must be made 2 weeks in advance and paid in full.

Payment Schedule – 80% on booking payable immediately when requested with our confirmation e-mail. Please ask about our payment option plan.

For more information and to reserve: e-mail: [email protected] (613) 725-4570 Cell or (613) 692-2644 Home Cancellation Policy Deposits are non-refundable. However, we understand circumstances may arise beyond your control, therefore cancellations shall be in writing no less than thirty days from the start of the booking. Upon receipt of your notice, we shall endeavor to rent the accommodation for the period of the original booking. If we are successful either fully or partially, a refund will be issued based on the re- rented amount, less a $250.00 administration fee.

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