Watters Edge Cottage

Watters Edge Cottage 🇨🇦Watters Edge Cottage is an accessible lakeside cottage designed for rest, connection, and ease. Located in Stone Mills, ON

Available to rent in 2027

This may look a little different from my usual cottage content, but it belongs here too.Because Watters Edge Cottage is ...
08/29/2026

This may look a little different from my usual cottage content, but it belongs here too.
Because Watters Edge Cottage is accessible, this page naturally attracts caregivers, families living with disability, and people looking for ways to create meaningful experiences with their loved ones.
As my mom’s dementia progressed, I sometimes struggled to know how to connect with her or make our visits feel meaningful. That experience inspired me to create the monthly Ways to Connect pages as part of my role on Family Council.
Just because our loved ones can’t communicate in a way we easily understand doesn’t mean they no longer need connection. A familiar song, a photograph, a seasonal memory, or simply holding their hand can still reach them. They deserve to feel seen, heard and loved, regardless of their cognitive or physical abilities.
I’ve shared the story behind these pages in my newest blog post, along with the complete 12-month Ways to Connect collection as a free download.
Read the blog and download the pages here:
https://www.tbiwifelife.ca/post/ways-to-connect-when-connection-looks-different
Please share this with another family or caregiver who may find it helpful.

08/25/2026

This view means more to me than just arriving at the cottage.

It represents everything I’ve had to learn along the way. I've learned to let go of what I can’t control, stop explaining myself to people committed to misunderstanding me, trust the timing of my life and choose peace without feeling guilty for it.

For years, my life was about surviving, caregiving and making sure everyone else was okay. This place became part of finding my way back to myself.

Every time I come down the hill and see the water, I’m reminded: I didn’t come this far just to keep surviving.

I’m allowed to live, too. 🖤

♿💦 Because everyone deserves to get in the lake.One of the accessibility features at Watters Edge Cottage that means the...
08/12/2026

♿💦 Because everyone deserves to get in the lake.

One of the accessibility features at Watters Edge Cottage that means the most to us is our dock lift.

Here’s Shawn using it to transfer directly from the dock into the lake. There's no trying to navigate uneven shoreline or figure out an unsafe transfer.

The water is shallow off the dock, making it a great spot to cool off, float and enjoy the lake on a beautiful summer day. ☀️

Watters Edge was created from our own experience travelling and spending time at the cottage with a wheelchair user. We know how much the little details can determine whether someone simply visits the lake or actually gets to experience it.

We’re looking forward to welcoming guests back in Summer 2027 and sharing more of the accessibility features along the way. 💙

Living at Watters Edge full-time over the past year has given me the chance to really explore the area so I can share lo...
08/04/2026

Living at Watters Edge full-time over the past year has given me the chance to really explore the area so I can share local information with future guests.

Today’s walk took me from the cottage to Beaver Lake Park, and I came across a few things worth knowing:

🚶 County trail maps if you’re looking to explore beyond the lake.

🎣 Information about the fish and wildlife found in Beaver Lake.

🚂 The historic Erinsville train station, where you can learn about the area’s railway history.

🍦 The former Beaver Lake Variety, which sadly burned down this past winter. The debris has finally been cleaned up, and while it’s bittersweet to see it gone, I’m looking forward to seeing who purchases the property and what comes next. Like many locals, we miss the convenience of walking over for ice cream, snacks, or those last-minute essentials. I have so many memories of walking over or pontooning over after dinner with Shawn and the kids and my mom for ice cream 🥰

🏖️ The new Neville Point Beach sign is also a helpful reminder that swimming lessons take place there on weekdays during the day in July and August. When the beach is closed during lesson times, Beaver Lake Park also offers public beach access, giving guests another great spot to cool off since Watters Edge has waterfront access but no beach.

Sometimes the best part of a cottage vacation is taking a walk and discovering the history and stories that make a community so special.

07/17/2026

After 18 years of caregiving, I thought I’d seen every wheelchair feature there was.

Then Shawn’s new power chair arrived with a joystick on the back so I can drive when he needs a hand.

Needless to say, my shoulders are wondering where this little invention has been all these years. 😂

Sometimes it’s the smallest innovations that make the biggest difference, not just for the person using the chair, but for the caregiver too. 💙

07/15/2026

Smoke is drifting into our area from active wildfires in Northern Ontario. This has resulted in hazy skies, reduced visibility and poor air quality.

During these times, here are some tips to keep in mind.
1. Those with respiratory issues should take caution when outside for periods of time.
2. If you only notice a smell of smoke and do not see any active fire, pause and confirm that there is an active fire before calling 9-1-1.
3. For up to date forecasts on the smoke conditions, go to https://firesmoke.ca/forecasts/current/

Thank you for staying safe and keeping emergency lines available for those who need them most.

07/10/2026

Welcome to Watters Edge Cottage!
Thank you for stopping by.

While we’re NOT currently accepting bookings, we’re busy making improvements and preparing for our return to hosting in Summer 2027.

Watters Edge Cottage is a wheelchair accessible lakeside cottage designed to help more families enjoy time together. Whether you’re a wheelchair user, travelling with an aging parent, or simply looking for a peaceful escape, accessibility and comfort are at the heart of what we’re creating.

Over the coming months, I’ll be sharing:
✨ Cottage updates and renovations
🌅 Life on beautiful Beaver Lake
🥾 Local attractions and hidden gems
🍽️ Favourite restaurants and day trips
♿ Accessible local experiences
🌿 Tips to help you plan a relaxing lakeside getaway

Follow along as we get ready to welcome guests back in Summer 2027. I can’t wait to share this special place with you ❤️
— Nancy

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16 Pleasant Drive
Napanee, ON
K0K 2Z0

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