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<h2>Architect-Designed Waterfront Retreat in Portland Harbour</h2>
<p>Perched above the shores of Big Rideau Lake with sweeping views over Portland Harbour, Harbour Lights is a beautifully designed waterfront cottage in the heart of the Rideau Lakes Region. This architect-designed retreat offers rare walkable access to the village of Portland while maintaining privacy, panoramic views, and direct lake frontage.</p>
<h2>Light-Filled Living with Unmatched Views</h2>
<p>Designed by renowned architect Bill Teron, the cottage features floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the lake from nearly every room. The open-concept living space centers around a striking two-sided fireplace and flows seamlessly into a fully equipped gourmet kitchen overlooking the water.</p>
<p>The primary bedroom includes a private lakeside balcony, making it the perfect place to begin and end your day with sunrise light or evening sunsets over Big Rideau Lake.</p>
<h2>Waterfront Features</h2>
<p>• Private dock for swimming and boating<br>
• Canoe and kayaks included<br>
• West-facing shoreline with exceptional sunsets<br>
• Multiple decks and balconies for outdoor lounging<br>
• Easy lake access for boating and exploring</p>
<p>Big Rideau Lake connects directly to the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, allowing guests to explore miles of scenic waterways, historic lock stations, and lakeside villages.</p>
<h2>Village Convenience</h2>
<p>Harbour Lights is an easy walk into Portland for groceries, restaurants, marina services, and local shops. Few waterfront cottage rentals in the Rideau Lakes Region offer this blend of privacy and walkable village access.</p>
<h2>Comfort for Extended Stays</h2>
<p>• Washer and dryer<br>
• Fully equipped kitchen<br>
• Smart TV and Wi-Fi<br>
• Private driveway with ample parking</p>
<p>Whether you are planning a family vacation, couples retreat, or peaceful lake escape near Ottawa and Toronto, Harbour Lights delivers scenery, comfort, and location in one of the most desirable areas of the Rideau Lakes.</p>
<p>Please note that for this first rental year, the boathouse may not be available for renter's use.</p>
<p>Rideau Lakes Cottages Ltd. is registered by the Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) registration: #50017421</p>
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