Snug Harbour Resort.
Twelve waterfront housekeeping cottages on Desert Lake with canoe and kayak rentals near Frontenac Park.
The brief.
Snug Harbour Resort is a family-run, three-season cottage resort on Desert Lake near Hartington, Ontario, a short drive north of Kingston and adjacent to Frontenac Provincial Park. Twelve fully-equipped housekeeping cottages sit among mature pines on a lakefront property with a sand beach, swim platform, boat launch, two docks, and a children's play area. Cottages one to six are two-bedroom; seven to twelve are three-bedroom. All twelve cottages now have heat pumps for heating and cooling. Guests bring their own bedding and towels. The resort rents canoes and kayaks for exploring Desert, Birch, and Kingsford lakes and Mitchell Creek, and supports anglers chasing bass, pike, and lake trout.
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Two-Bedroom Waterfront Cottage (Cottages 1–6)
For: Couples, small families, and pairs of anglers looking for a rustic lakefront base.When: May 1 to November 1Self-catered housekeeping cottage with bathroom, kitchen (stove, fridge, microwave, coffee maker, utensils), dining/living area, and heat pump for heating and cooling. Each has a private yard with picnic table, barbecue, and Desert Lake views.
Peak-season weekly rates from $1,100 (Sat–Sat); off-peak nightly from $165.
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Three-Bedroom Waterfront Cottage (Cottages 7–12)
For: Larger families and small groups wanting more space on Desert Lake.When: May 1 to November 1Larger three-bedroom housekeeping cottage with full kitchen, bathroom with shower, heat pump, and lakefront yard. Cottages 7–10 have larger water tanks. Guests bring bedding, towels, and personal toiletries.
Peak-season weekly rates from $1,300–$1,400; off-peak nightly from $195–$210.
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Canoe Rental
For: Day-trippers and portage paddlers exploring Frontenac Park lakes.When: May to NovemberFleet of thirteen canoes including two Kevlar boats suited to portaging and four fibreglass canoes for day trips. Each rental seats up to three and includes paddles, lifejackets, and safety gear.
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Kayak Rental
For: Solo paddlers of any experience level.When: May to NovemberTwo Wilderness Systems Pungo 12 ft kayaks and two Old Town Dirigo 120 recreational kayaks. Stable, comfortable, and agile on Desert Lake, Mitchell Creek, and lakes bordering Frontenac Park. Each rental includes paddle, lifejacket, whistle, throw rope, and bailer.
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Worth knowing.
- 01Twelve waterfront housekeeping cottages on Desert Lake, all with heat pumps as of spring 2026.Source ↗
- 02Three-season operation from May 1 to November 1; peak season runs Saturday-to-Saturday from the third Saturday in June to Labour Day.Source ↗
- 03Fishing seasons on Desert, Birch, and Kingsford lakes: pike May 9 – Dec 31, lake trout May 23 – Sep 8, bass June 20 – Dec 15.Source ↗
- 04Boat and motor rentals are no longer offered; the resort refers guests to Norris's Bait & Tackle.Source ↗
- 05Pet-friendly with a $120/week cleaning fee; dogs leashed in common areas and not permitted on the beach.Source ↗
Outside the door.
23° with 12 km/h wind. Go enjoy it.
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touch.
- Website
- www.snugharbour.on.ca
- Phone
- +1-613-374-5412
- Address
- 1029 Snug Harbour Lane, Hartington, Ontario K0H 1W0, Canada