Your relaxing adventure to Hideout On Howe begins on the short ferry ride across the Bateau Channel to Howe Island. Leaving the pavement behind, watch out for deer, owls, bald eagles and foxes while continuing on a 2km single lane road through the forest of ancient Elms, beautiful Maples and soaring Pines. As you exit the woods, you’ll find our off-grid property perched right on the edge of the St. Lawrence River world biosphere. Visit1000Islands.com
After a sudden death in our family, we accepted the role of caregiver and began searching for the perfect spot to raise our family, provide care as required and help offset expenses. An emergency bathroom break found us on a quiet road on this serene island in the perfect place that just happened to be for sale. We instantly realized our new home had been found.
“The old and wise know not when,” so enjoy every day – JCM.
This once private hunting and fishing club is the perfect location for families of 2 to 25 who want to spend quality time together and create forever memories.
Opportunity surrounds this beautiful island, from peaceful kayaking to helicopter rides, zip lines, spelunking, magnificent vineyards and distilleries, adventure walks, bicycle trails, amazing golf – the list of thing to do is endless.
Summer Fun Guide
The many small cities and towns along the shores of this waterway that make up this historic part of Ontario offer a huge variety of sightseeing attractions, live theatre and gastronomic delights.
The Great Waterway

• Fort Henry Kingston FortHenry.com
  Fort Henry was built to protect the Kingston Royal Naval Dockyard during the War of 1812. Today it is a national historic site and is well worth visiting. Explore the fort and learn all about its history, watching military interpreters give demonstrations of British military life. Watch historical re-enactments and a garrison parade, and even have the chance to fire a rifle!
• Boldt Castle BoldtCastle.com
  At the turn-of-the-century, George C. Boldt, millionaire proprietor of the world famous Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City, set out to build a full size rhineland castle in Alexandria Bay, on picturesque Heart Island. The grandiose structure was to be a display of his love for his wife, Louise. Take a charter from GanBoatLine.com or arrange private tour in our “party” boat.
• Aquatarium Brockville Aquatarium.ca
  An ambitious $25 million dream five years in the making, the 27,000 square foot interactive learning centre is dedicated to showcasing the waterways and wildlife of the St. Lawrence and 1000 Islands. Peek inside a warship, see river otters up close and trying out the ropes course will captivate families of all ages.
• You’ll observe sunsets so perfect they seem to pause time.
• The many stars in the clear night sky will leave you captivated.
• Your children will have opportunities to catch fish, frogs and fireflies, explore and just be kids enjoying river life.
• They might even learn how to build a camp fire and roast s’mores and so much more!
  

Some of our guests have said:

“Hideout on Howe is a wonderful, beautiful nature retreat. If you long to get away from hustle and bustle, Hideout on Howe is for you. We woke to the call of Loons and Purple Martins and enjoyed breakfast on the screened-in porch while watching the Herons and Swans. Chris, Courtney and family were attentive and always available, yet never intrusive. There were kayaks with life vests available for our use. And thanks to suggestions for places to explore, we saw River otters, turtles, Pike and much more wildlife. Our hosts even gave us an extensive cruise on the river in their motor boat. Thirsty towels, hand-made soaps and tasteful decor rounded out the experience. We loved our time at Hideout on Howe! Thank you Courtney and Chris! ”
– Cheryl C. | Pennsylvania, USA

“Amazing place to stay! Our group consisted of mostly couples, so with the set-up of their getaway cottage bunkies, it was perfect for each of us and our own privacy! The dock is huge! We spent most of our time there, enjoying the beautiful weather and cold water! The kitchens were stocked with everything we needed to make our meals. The bathrooms were stocked and very tidy! Chris brought us firewood each night for our night camp fires! Amazing hospitality! Chris & Courtney are great hosts & people!”
– Vivien B. | Toronto, ON

“Best opportunity to discover Canada and the 1000 islands. You can’t beat the spot. Your cottage is placed on an island, right on the water, so waking up means, having a beautiful view over the lake and the island. Coming there by a ferry is already the entry to a place which is just nature pure. The cottage is decorated with love and offers all you need to be self-sufficient. Chris and Courtney def. rock and will do everything to give you an incredible time at their place. Boat-tours, fishing, etc. and local tips is going to make a stay here totally different than staying in a usual hotel. Either you can chill with them or take your private time and chill on the deck and enjoy amazing sunsets. Stayed here for 3 nights with 3 people and def. recommend it. If you have more time than we did, take the cottage as long as possible.”
– Katrin A. | Germany

“We stayed at the red cottage. It is a great place for a getaway. Beautiful waterfront, clean rooms and a decent cottage overall with everything one would need to have a good time. And as far as the hosts, Courtney and Chris, what can I say? Truly lovely and very friendly people. They genuinely care that their guests have an amazing time. The boat ride around the islands was the icing on the cake. Chris is a fantastic guide explaining every little island in detail. It’s been nothing but a pleasurable couple of days. Highly recommended.”
– Elinor B. | Toronto, ON

“Great place to get away from it all, with beautiful views of the sunset over the lake and a great base to explore the 1000 islands and neighbouring areas, also awesome kayaking on the lake direct from the cottage!”
– Sarah H. | United Kingdom

Unlike the stars, time is not infinite…