Q. What is included in the cabins?

A: The cabins include fully equipped kitchens with stove/oven, fridge and sink, bedding, towels, coffee maker, toaster, electric heat, hot showers and toilet. Basics (salt and pepper, cooking oil, sugar, coffee filters) are included in most cabins as well.

Q: Is there wifi?

A: There is very limited wifi in most of the cabins except for Captain's Quarters where there is a router. There is also better connection at The Gathering Place which is centrally located to all the cabins.

Q: What time is check in/check out?

A: Check-in time is 4 PM. Check out time is 11 AM. If you are arriving on the later ferry please let us know.

Q. How far are you located from the ferry?

A: The retreat is located about 6kms from the ferry, or about a 10 minute drive.

Q. How far is the grocery store?

A: The grocery store (Independant) and gas station (Irving), located in Woodward's Cove, are 0.5kms away.

Q: Can we have a fire?

A: There is a communal fire pit located by the marsh that can be used. Fires at the cabins are not permitted.

Q: Can I bring my pet?

A: Pets are permitted with a surcharge of $15/per night per pet. Maximum 2 pets. Pets are not permitted on beds or furniture. Please keep your pet on a leash when on the property. You are responsible for your pet and will be responsible for payment for any damages caused by your pets to the cabins.

Q: Can I stay 1 night?

We do not take reservations for a stay of one night in July, August, and September. Please contact for 1-night reservation during off-season.

Q: How do I pay for my cabin?

A: Payment Policy

Reservations of THREE NIGHT OR LESS need to be paid in full within 24 hours. Reservations of FOUR NIGHTS OR MORE need a 50% deposit paid within 24 hours, with the balance due 1 week before arrival.

Please pay with e-transfers.

US clients please contact for payment options.

All prices are in Canadian funds and do not include HST (15%).

E-Transfer
To make a payment by E-Transfer,
please use this information:
E-mail: marshcabins@gmail.com
First Name: James
Last Name: Bates
Security Question: Which cabin did I reserve?
Security Answer: the name of your cabin in lower case letters no spaces.
Message: name of cabin.
Please let us know if the name on the e-transfer is different than the name on the reservation.

Q: What is your cancellation policy?

A: Cancellation Policy
Refunds will be made if cancellation is made before June 15th.
July and August are subject to our ability to re-rent the cabin.
An exception would be made in the case of sickness or a death in the family.