Harbour Views Near Cavendish
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About this house rental
Welcome to Rita’s French River! Close to Cavendish yet away from it all, this waterfront vacation charmer is right on the harbour in the heart of French River, one of the most photographed fishing villages in PEI. Minutes from the National Park, two lighthouses and a secluded beach, this historic house has been completely renovated. The bright décor and updated appliances make for a stylish, comfortable stay. But the original fir floors upstairs date from the 1930s. Three bedrooms all feature luxury linens and stunning views of lobster barns, mussel buoys on the bay and rolling farms. From every room in the house (even sitting in the tub upstairs) you enjoy spectacular harbour views. The master bedroom has a king bed and ensuite half-bath; the other upstairs bedroom (queen bed) sports an amazing glass-railed deck with sleek oiled-wood furnishings. The downstairs bedroom (ensuite, queen bed) looks out over the lobster barns too. With a well-appointed "cook's kitchen," you’ll appreciate the huge, wrap-around porch (bay views) complete with gas grill, Adirondack chairs and both outside and inside dining for 6. Buy seafood right off the boat at the wharves. After dinner, enjoy the fire pit from yet more Adirondack chairs. With so much to see from the windows and decks, you may want to curl up with a good book. You’ll find an eclectic library tucked into nooks here and there. Games, TV/DVD and Internet are provided. But the location is ideal for outdoor activities such as biking, kayaking, sailing, swimming, golf, and sightseeing with many close by attractions to visit and explore. The French River estuary opens onto New London Bay, a popular body of water shared by fisherman, jet skiers, wind surfers and even a parasail operation. Kayaks launch from the wharf across the street. Yankee Beach, the New London Bay Lighthouse, Yankee Hill Pioneer Cemetery and Tyron Lighthouse are all just a short walk away. Rita's French River is located along a quiet country road that ends at one of the best beaches on Prince Edward Island, which also overlooks Cavendish Beach. Surrounded by rolling hills, pastoral farm land, and some of the most beautiful photo destinations you'll find on the Island, you're close to hiking, kayaking, deep sea fishing, and eight of the finest golf courses are just minutes away. You are right on one of the best cycling routes too! The 62km Cabot Loop is a delightful blend of scenery, where you’ll get to experience Island countryside, sea and sky. Your ride begins in your driveway and winds through Park Corner to Cabot Beach Provincial Park and back via Kensington. Local artwork and hand-crafted furniture is everywhere you look. Tony Diodati's iconic Island imagery graces the walls throughout the house. His gallery is just across the bay. Commissioned from Birdmouse Designs, unique furniture pieces were reclaimed from a cattle barn's feeding trough, a 100+ year old house in Bridgetown, a century old piano and pump organ, an antique tabletop. Lenny and Heather posted a photo essay about this project. Complementing those works are prints in black & white by Sebastião Salgado. With great beds, a cook's kitchen, books, furniture, artwork and flat screens, this 2-story, 4-season house sleeps six and is just perfect for your PEI getaway! P.S.: Rita was Portia's grandmother. Read her story under "Owner Info."
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
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Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(42 Reviews)
5.0
Beautiful views, comfortable accommodations and a warm community. We left about 3 weeks sooner than I would have liked. Jim & Portia we’re extremely communicative and helpful throughout. Everything you would hope for in a home away from home. Look no further. There’s none better than Rita’s French River.
5.0
The house is wonderfully stocked with everything we needed, The hosts were exceptional to deal with. The home has an abundance of screened windows so we only had to use the AC when it rained which was great as the breeze coming off French River should be enjoyed. We made use of the owner’s bikes and explored the Confederation Trail each day. If you’ve always dreamed of exploring PEI, this rental is a great option. Do yourself a favor book this rental and drive over to North Rústico to get some fresh live lobsters at the Doiron fish market and also go to Village Bakery while you are there. We had a fantastic time. We hope to come back some day soon!!
5.0
This is a lovely cottage located in the picturesque French River village. This house comes equip with everything you need for an amazing week in PEI. It is conveniently located near beaches, lighthouses, restaurants and landmarks. Our family of 6 was very comfortable in this 3 bedroom home. The beds we very comfortable and the whole house was extremely clean. We loved getting to use the kayaks and bikes and thoroughly enjoyed our daily strolls to the beach nearby. Jim was a dream host and communication with him was amazing. I would definitely recommend this house to anyone traveling to PEI!
10.0
The house is wonderfully stocked with everything we needed, The hosts were exceptional to deal with. The home has an abundance of screened windows so we only had to use the AC when it rained which was great as the breeze coming off French River should be enjoyed. We made use of the owner’s bikes and explored the Confederation Trail each day. If you’ve always dreamed of exploring PEI, this rental is a great option. Do yourself a favor book this rental and drive over to North Rústico to get some fresh live lobsters at the Doiron fish market and also go to Village Bakery while you are there. We had a fantastic time. We hope to come back some day soon!!
5.0
Rita’s French River is a lovely property that has been recently renovated to a very high standard. The decorating is tasteful and beautiful. Lots of thought went into the little details. The furniture, made in PEI, is gorgeous. Beds are comfortable. Linens are high quality. Kitchen is equipped better than any other I have experienced. The pictures are true to the actual property.
The views are outstanding and you never tire of them. There are ample places to sit and relax outside, so you can move with the sun. We enjoyed morning tea on the balcony overlooking the water, and evening meals on the wrap around porch with the family.
With an en suite bedroom downstairs, and 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms upstairs, it is a great property for couples. We stayed with our two adult children and their spouses. Everyone had their own private space. It was wonderful.
The location is great too. Not far to Cavendish or Kensington. Good biking, although lots of hills. A lovely beach that isn’t overcrowded just up the road that you can bike or drive to quickly. More beaches a short drive down the road as well. Art galleries/studios in the area as well. I have stayed in various locations on PEI but this was our first time in this area. It was wonderful. Close enough to places to visit but private enough to enjoy.
We loved our stay in French River and would gladly return. Highly recommended.
5.0
This property was clean and bright and very well equipped. The location was quiet and had a walk along a quiet lane to a little used beach.
Jim provided us with many options of things to do and places to visit.
We highly recommend this lovely holiday home.
10.0
Rita’s French River is a lovely property that has been recently renovated to a very high standard. The decorating is tasteful and beautiful. Lots of thought went into the little details. The furniture, made in PEI, is gorgeous. Beds are comfortable. Linens are high quality. Kitchen is equipped better than any other I have experienced. The pictures are true to the actual property.
The views are outstanding and you never tire of them. There are ample places to sit and relax outside, so you can move with the sun. We enjoyed morning tea on the balcony overlooking the water, and evening meals on the wrap around porch with the family.
With an en suite bedroom downstairs, and 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms upstairs, it is a great property for couples. We stayed with our two adult children and their spouses. Everyone had their own private space. It was wonderful.
The location is great too. Not far to Cavendish or Kensington. Good biking, although lots of hills. A lovely beach that isn’t overcrowded just up the road that you can bike or drive to quickly. More beaches a short drive down the road as well. Art galleries/studios in the area as well. I have stayed in various locations on PEI but this was our first time in this area. It was wonderful. Close enough to places to visit but private enough to enjoy.
We loved our stay in French River and would gladly return. Highly recommended.
5.0
When you 'google' Prince Edward Island, or look at an online map, one of the most frequent pictures that pops up, shows beautiful rolling farmland and a small community of houses surrounding a quaint fishing harbor and river inlet. This house is there!
We had the privilege of staying in it for 3 weeks this July. It is a large house, with plenty of space for several guests. The kitchen was easily the best supplied of any rental we've ever used. The beds were comfortable, leading to great nights of sleep. The bathrooms are large, the hot water arrives quickly and seems unlimited. There are towels, towels, and more towels. The washer and dryer are top of the line, efficient and fast.
Excepting food and clothing, there is really nothing you'd need to bring to make a stay here comfortable.
Our favorite place on the property was the wraparound side porch. What a serenity spot!. We ate our breakfast at the table on the porch, gazed at the boats (working and pleasure) out on the water, enjoyed an almost constant breeze, and watched the beautiful sunsets.
The owners supply guests with 2 kayaks and 4 bikes. We used the kayaks to explore the area by water and even paddled to a river front restaurant. The bikes are well maintained and were ridden to two lighthouses and a nearby beach.
PEI is full of laid-back, friendly people. You are made to feel at home.
We enjoyed this house so much, that if it were on the market, we would try to buy it.
5.0
Rita’s place is an excellent place to stay. It is centrally located and has everything you could possibly think of including bikes and kayaks. The house and grounds are gorgeous. You can roll the kayaks across the street into the French river in 5 minutes. Biking needs to done with some caution though as the roads are busy with tractors etc. hauling stuff. I did find it a little daunting on the main roads.
It’s central so a great location to go around and sightsee. There are great restaurants and artists near if you want to travel a short distance and a couple of golf courses within 15 minutes which are fun with nice rolling hills.
Jim and Portia are hosts extraordinaire and answer all those questions with tons of information.
I would highly recommend staying here. We were only here for a week and didn’t really take advantage of all the home had to offer but did see some amazing sunsets just on the wrap around porch.
5.0
We just loved our stay at Rita’s in French River PE! The house was immaculate with just an amazing view. Portia was excellent at giving us all the information before hand and checked in throughout our stay. This place is totally a 5 out 5 rating!
5.0
This is a lovely, spacious property in French River, one of the prettiest villages in PEI. Six of us were very comfortable at Rita’s and very much enjoyed the covered veranda. We also made good use of the bikes and sea kayaks, and very much appreciated all the good information provided by the host and their attentiveness to any of our quiries. Would stay again in a heartbeat.
5.0
We loved the house and the French River area of PEI - we were sad to leave.
10.0
This is a lovely, spacious property in French River, one of the prettiest villages in PEI. Six of us were very comfortable at Rita’s and very much enjoyed the covered veranda. We also made good use of the bikes and sea kayaks, and very much appreciated all the good information provided by the host and their attentiveness to any of our quiries. Would stay again in a heartbeat.
10.0
We loved the house and the French River area of PEI - we were sad to leave.
5.0
This was our first experience using Vrbo and it worked out great for us.
We would try it again in future vacations!
5.0
Super chalet !!! Bien situé dans un coin paisible. Nous avons apprécié notre séjour. Je recommande fortement cette splendide demeure située à French River 💚
10.0
This was our first experience using Vrbo and it worked out great for us.
We would try it again in future vacations!
5.0
We have stayed at many VRBO properties over the years and this was by far our best experience. It starts with Jim and Portia who always kept us informed and answered any questions. Check in was smooth and easy. They provided us with lots of local knowledge about places to see and restaurants. The property is gorgeous, very comfortable and totally equipped with everything you would need. There were my wife and I and 2 adult daughters and we had lots of room and our own bedrooms and bathrooms. We made use of the extras provided: high quality bikes and helmets; great gas BBQ; firepit; balcony overlooking the French River. Unfortunately we did not get a chance to use the kayaks but they are also high quality. We used the bikes to tour up the hill and view the 2 lighthouses close by as well as the beaches and cliffs. At the end of our days touring PEI this was a wonderful place to come back to and relax. It actually felt like home. Definitely deserving of the 5 stars.
5.0
Beautiful setting and the house is wonderful. We were delayed a year by COVID, so anticipation and expectations were heightened and the property met those. Communication with owners was great. The area is spectacular, far enough from any village center to get a real feel for the island but close enough to get to groceries etc in 15 min. Our first time on PEI and intend to return again ( and again) and to the same house.
5.0
Rita’s at French River
We just loved our stay at Rita’s in French River PE! The house was immaculate with just an amazing view. Portia was excellent at giving us all the information before hand and checked in throughout our stay. This place is totally a 5 out 5 rating!
5.0
Fabulous Stay
We have stayed at many VRBO properties over the years and this was by far our best experience. It starts with Jim and Portia who always kept us informed and answered any questions. Check in was smooth and easy. They provided us with lots of local knowledge about places to see and restaurants. The property is gorgeous, very comfortable and totally equipped with everything you would need. There were my wife and I and 2 adult daughters and we had lots of room and our own bedrooms and bathrooms. We made use of the extras provided: high quality bikes and helmets; great gas BBQ; firepit; balcony overlooking the French River. Unfortunately we did not get a chance to use the kayaks but they are also high quality. We used the bikes to tour up the hill and view the 2 lighthouses close by as well as the beaches and cliffs. At the end of our days touring PEI this was a wonderful place to come back to and relax. It actually felt like home. Definitely deserving of the 5 stars.
5.0
Wonderful stay
Beautiful setting and the house is wonderful. We were delayed a year by COVID, so anticipation and expectations were heightened and the property met those. Communication with owners was great. The area is spectacular, far enough from any village center to get a real feel for the island but close enough to get to groceries etc in 15 min. Our first time on PEI and intend to return again ( and again) and to the same house.
5.0
Perfect Vacation Home.
Terrific pretty, quiet location. The house exterior is in great shape and very PEI looking. It is most likely a very old farm house completely renovated inside and out. The house interior is very clean, bright and modern. The towels and bedding are high end and lovely. The dishes and cooking utensils are well stocked and a pleasure to work with. My family was delighted with the house and our stay was super.
5.0
French River gem
Well appointed home, with many amenities. Perfect for 3 couples. Close drive to many food and scenic options. Lots of great seafood options in the area.
5.0
We loved the house (clean, comfortable and enough place for the family) and the area. French River is such a beautiful place! Everything was as described. Owners are kind, easy to reach. We absolutely recommend it!
5.0
Great stay!
We loved the house (clean, comfortable and enough place for the family) and the area. French River is such a beautiful place! Everything was as described. Owners are kind, easy to reach. We absolutely recommend it!
5.0
The house was immaculate. French River is very picturesque with 2 lighthouses and a beach within walking distances. Having bicycles and kayaks on site made the entire week even more enjoyable
5.0
Exceeded our Expectations!
The house was immaculate. French River is very picturesque with 2 lighthouses and a beach within walking distances. Having bicycles and kayaks on site made the entire week even more enjoyable
5.0
Great location, very clean, fantastic experience. It was a 5 star experience and would highly recommend. Cottage has everything you could need and more, perfectly located.
5.0
Fantastic and Relaxing
Great location, very clean, fantastic experience. It was a 5 star experience and would highly recommend. Cottage has everything you could need and more, perfectly located.
5.0
The house was everything that was described, Outstanding place to stay. The French River beach we enjoyed the last day we were there, wish we had taken advantage of that sooner. We could not go wrong with any restaurant in the area, all very good. Enjoyed traveling up the coast, and taking in all of the scenery! Our family was very comfortable, and enjoyed all the home had to offer.
5.0
Great location for staying in PEI
The house was everything that was described, Outstanding place to stay. The French River beach we enjoyed the last day we were there, wish we had taken advantage of that sooner. We could not go wrong with any restaurant in the area, all very good. Enjoyed traveling up the coast, and taking in all of the scenery! Our family was very comfortable, and enjoyed all the home had to offer.
5.0
Beautiful spot!
Very mice property in a wonderful location!
5.0
Great classy house in a great place to visit PEI
Jim and Portia’s house in French River area of PEI is a beautiful and classy home with everything you need. It is close to beech, walking trails and all Anne of Green Gables attractions. We enjoyed a lot!
5.0
Beautiful and peaceful.
French River is a beautiful and quiet community, and the house is clean and beautiful as well. Jim was quick to answer any questions I had. It was a great experience.
5.0
Our first vacation on PEI
Rita's French River turned out to be the perfect place for us to explore PEI. We were two couples.
First, the house is across a scenic fishing harbor. It is also 1/2 hour drive or less to PEI national park and also to great dining at Rustico, New Glasgow, and Kennsington.
The beds are EXTREMELY comfortable and has a great lower and upper porch. The furniture and decorations are perfect. The area is very quiet and a true escape from the hustle and bustle we live with.
There is a lifghthouse within a mile walk and a few hundred yards up that beach is the PEI red cliffs. Sitting on the rocks beneath the cliffs around lunch and watching fishing boat after fishing boat coming in 100 yards away is a great and relaxing way to spend some time.
We made breakfast everyday at the house along with 3 suppers and found all needed utensils. They even had all the needed pots and utensils for the fresh lobster dinner we made (purchased the lobsters at a freshly caugh fish retail outlet a mile away).
PEI is so beautiful and for us this was a great location to explore PEI via walking and driving. Please note that we used various gps systems during out stay (car, phones, etc) and found that Rita's location is best entered via the main crossroads versus the house specific address.
5.0
Beautiful Property!
We agree with all the previous comments on this property. It's in a great location, so close to both the beach, harbour and for day trips anywhere on the island. Groceries are a 10 minute drive. The owners have thought of everything to make your stay it's best (right down to beach towels and beach bag). We arrived to the white curtains fluttering in the breeze and the place is so clean and modern. We took the bikes out to the bluff where the view is amazing. Also tried out the kayaks as it was so easy to access them and the launch. We had a campfire in the fire pit almost every evening. The owners provide lots of notes on what to see and do in the area. Would come here again in a heartbeat.
5.0
BEST VACATION RENTAL EVER
Good morning ☀️
Just wanted to let y’all know your rental was the best we’ve stayed in! The views were breathtaking, the house extremely clean, all the furniture and history was amazing and very personable to the island, the bikes and kayak’s were enjoyable, all the utensils in the house super clean and everything was there that was needed! Most of all the house was breathtaking and well designed! I can’t thank you enough y’all really thought of everything! Thank you so much I wish on all our destinations we could rent from you! The island was amazing and the rental was the ideal setting peaceful and still close to everything 😊
5.0
A haven of tranquility and loveliness.
Our group of two couples has just had a most wonderful time at Rita's. The house was beautifully appointed and had a lovely atmosphere. It was located in the tranquil community of French River on the central north coast of the island. We tended to drive and explore the island during the day and loved returning to the peacefulness and beauty of French River in the evening. We loved the close proximity to the golf course and the nearby beach and lighthouse. We also greatly appreciated the use of the bikes and kayaks which come with the house. The scenery is lovely and the locals seem to take tremendous pride in keeping their island looking neat and tidy. The abundance of fresh, local seafood is just the icing on the cake. We were blessed with unseasonably warm weather along with one biblical downpour. Our hosts Jim and Portia were great communicators and the whole rental went very smoothly.
5.0
Great family vacation spot
Lovely well equipped house in a good location. Only minutes from a very kid friendly beach. Jim and Portia are great hosts and genuinely care that their guests are having a good vacation.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Prince Edward County?
The average price for a rental in Prince Edward County is $263 per night. This rental is $125 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Harbour Views Near Cavendish. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Harbour Views Near Cavendish. Enjoy the water!
Is Harbour Views Near Cavendish pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Harbour Views Near Cavendish?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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