Your Muskoka Hideaway on Lake Of Bays
About this cottage rental
Welcome to your ideal lakeside getaway! Nestled on a picturesque south exposure point overlooking the pristine waters of Lake of Bays, our cozy 3-bedroom cottage offers the perfect retreat for families seeking relaxation and adventure in Muskoka. Step outside to discover your own private paradise, complete with a delightful small sand beach featuring a shallow, hard-packed sand bottom—ideal for safe and enjoyable swimming experiences for children and adults alike. Dock your boat with ease on our spacious and deep dock, strategically positioned to capture the sun's rays from sunrise to sunset. Plus, enjoy complimentary access to our selection of watercraft, including a big canoe, three kayaks, and a paddleboat, ensuring endless aquatic fun for all. Inside, you'll be greeted by a warm and inviting interior adorned with knotty pine walls, hardwood floors, and a majestic floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, creating the perfect ambiance for cozy evenings with loved ones. The fully equipped kitchen and spacious living area offer ample space for family gatherings, while the three charming bedrooms ensure a restful night's sleep for everyone. Venture beyond the cottage to explore the nearby attractions, including quaint boutiques, gourmet restaurants, and scenic hiking trails in Huntsville, Bracebridge, Dorset and nearby provincial parks - all just a short drive away. And don't forget to indulge in local delicacies and charming cafes in Dorset and Baysville, renowned for their idyllic settings and waterfront charm. As the day winds down, gather around the lakeside fire pit to roast marshmallows and share stories under the stars - a perfect end to a perfect day in paradise. With meticulous maintenance and cleaning provided by our professional team, you can rest assured that your Muskoka retreat will exceed your every expectation. Book now and make memories to last a lifetime at our enchanting waterfront cottage on Lake of Bays. Key Amenities: - Fully equipped kitchen: dishwasher, microwave, coffee machine, espresso machine, blender, convection oven, toaster oven, and ample cookware. - Water cooler with provided 3-5 gallon bottle of drinking water included - Dining area: Muskoka Style Solid Wood Table seating for 6 people with 2 chairs & 2 long benches (plus 4 additional folding chairs available), Additional kid's table with stools/chairs available. - Washer/dryer - Electric baseboard heating only (Fireplace no in use) - Blankets/pillows provided (bedding sheets, pillowcases, and all towels to be brought by guests) - Two additional single mattresses on wood frames available for children or youth - Free WiFi - Smart TV and selection of board games, poker cards & chips - Large deck with propane BBQ - Outdoor furniture including a picnic table and benches for 6 people - Outdoor fire pit - Dock: Two 20'x10' fixed & floating sections, attached by a 10'x7' ramp, suitable for up to 26" boat, with swimming ladder - Watercraft: Paddle boat (for 4), large canoe, 3 kayaks (two sit-ins and, one kid sit-on) - Life jackets (some, various sizes) Please note that renters must complete all rental documents to confirm their booking.
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Family friendly
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Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for pets
Includes essentialsPets allowed, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
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Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(36 Reviews)
5.0
Great location. Loved our stay.
5.0
Stunning property- unspoiled natural beauty and a classic Muskoka combination of trees, rocks, and water. Lovely views from the cozy, comfortable cottage, which had everything we needed for the week. Great lake for swimming, kayaking, and canoeing. Small sandy beach was a nice bonus and would be great for little kids. Excellent communication from owner throughout. Overall, a wonderful place, especially if you are looking for a true cottage experience!
5.0
Great location, clean and as advertised- enjoyable week on the water.
4.0
We had a great time, enjoying this property with good swimming, use of kayaks and canoe.
5.0
Sheldon was great! We arrived and cottage was clean and cozy! The view was spectacular! Highly recommend to anyone!
5.0
I encourage you. It’s peaceful and lovely.
3.0
I went to the Lake of Bays with my family shortly after the Canadian / US border reopened. We are a family of 5, but we are all adults (Ages 23 and up). While we were very excited about our stay, we were a bit shocked when we walked in, and here’s a few reasons why.
Cons:
No dishwasher
No carpets or rugs
No use of the indoor fireplace
Children’s things / toys exposed in the corner of cabin and outside
Very small and outdated TV (approx. size of a laptop)
Had to bring our own pillows/sheets/comforters - this was a hardship
Dining room table has 2 chairs with backs, the rest is benches only - fine for children, tough for adults
Picnic tables outside unable to use (poor condition)
Outdated furniture / lack of furniture - really not enough seating for the amount of people they quote can stay there
Extremely small bedrooms (only 1 person can fit in bedroom at a time)
Not accessible outside - this was fine for us but beware if you have any older guests
Cobwebs everywhere (clean otherwise)
Cabin is considerably smaller than the pictures appear, would be helpful to have sq footage listed
Pros:
Water cooler
Fully stocked kitchen
Beautiful Views
Nice dock & sandy beach
Nice campfire
Use of canoe and other outdoor activities
Owner very responsive
Enjoyed our time!
5.0
Our family loved our stay at Sheldon's place on Lake of Bays. The views were stunning, the dock was perfect for relaxing, swimming or catching small mouth bass, the sandy beach entry was perfect for our small children (2 and 5) to play all afternoon.
The cottage itself was extremely clean and comfortable. It was well stocked with everything you need. The kitchen, dining and living areas had fantastic views of the lake.
We look forward to visiting again soon!
5.0
We had an excellent week at this beautiful property. Sheldon was a wonderful host. Highly recommend!
10.0
We had an excellent week at this beautiful property. Sheldon was a wonderful host. Highly recommend!
5.0
We had a great week at the cottage. The dock gets full sun all day and there’s a small area to walk into the water which would be great for kids. The fire pit is close to the water so you have a beautiful view of the lake fireside.
The cottage was very clean and has a great lay out. The wifi connection was pretty good - I was streaming the Eurocup all week with no problems.
It was so quiet and we didn’t see anyone from the neighbouring cottages. This is a wonderful place to just relax.
10.0
We had a great week at the cottage. The dock gets full sun all day and there’s a small area to walk into the water which would be great for kids. The fire pit is close to the water so you have a beautiful view of the lake fireside.
The cottage was very clean and has a great lay out. The wifi connection was pretty good - I was streaming the Eurocup all week with no problems.
It was so quiet and we didn’t see anyone from the neighbouring cottages. This is a wonderful place to just relax.
5.0
We had a lovely time at the Cottage in early June. The weather cooperated and we enjoyed our time immensely. The views were spectacular, a 270 degree view of the water either on the dock or from the deck. And for us so quiet! The BBQ was ready, willing and able to deliver a great outdoor evening cooking and dining experience. For breakfast and lunch the kitchen also delivered. We could have, but didn’t, make use of the paddle boards, canoe or water boat, and instead watched as our neighbours rowed or paddled by in the mornings. We were also joined by a family of ducks and a lone beaver who swam by the dock regularly. Not to be particular but the cottage water system was enjoyably - both hot on demand when needed and cold as well. The space was quaint, yet with all the creature comforts- my wife and I really had a lovely week to ourselves. Our friend joined us for a few days and she raved about the enjoyable break from the City. We “dipped” our toes in the sandy water at the beach but it was colder than we wanted for swimming so that took a pass. What a wonderful get away! A great place for a family, or a couple and a guest or two. Absolutely a 10+. For value and enjoyment! Thanks Sheldon!
5.0
Nice piece of property. Cottage was in good shape. Location is pretty spectacular. Minimal lake traffic when we were there (October) Pictures are accurate. No complaints.
5.0
My brother and I recently spent three days at Sheldon’s cottage. We travel a lot together and have stayed at many different places. This has now become our favourite!
First of all, the location is idyllic. On the water, surrounded by oaks, maples and beeches in their fall colours. It was a postcard venue.
It rained a lot during our stay so we were inside more than usual. But it was fine. The golden-hued knotty pine walls and ceiling, contrasted with rosewood stained beams, was both striking and warm. We used the large wooden dining table to spread out our maps, books, computers and work material, all the while looking out upon Lake of Bays.
It felt like a five star lodge.
We always bring everything we need, but if we hadn’t, it was to be found in the fully-stocked cupboards. Free drinking/cooking water and moderate use of consumables (if you had forgotten something) was all in the price.
The chairs were comfortable, the sofa was comfortable, the mattresses were comfortable, even the toilet paper dispenser was located in a convenient spot.
No detail was left to chance.
We had a wonderful experience!
4.0
My family and I spent the thanksgiving weekend at this cottage and the inside was really nice but landscaping outside was terrible rocks everywhere not suited for small kids or even myself had a hard time just getting to the dock wouldn’t recommend for kids who like to play outdoors ..Sheldon was great to deal with my one complaint would be that I was told there would be fire wood provided and there wasn’t
4.0
As every trip, there are pros and cons. We had a great experience anyway!Pros: Located in prime location, 20 mins driving from Huntsville where we really enjoyed restaurants, shopping decorations and groceries. 50 mins from Algonquin Park where we had amazing hikes with the fall colours, really recommended! Close by from Arrowhead and multiple falls, a must see! Really good placement of the cottage with amazing views to the lake. Good relaxing time during sunset. Sandy shoreline to access to the lake, with lots of aquatic equipment provided.Rocky shoreline to have a great bonfire to roast marshmallows and a big pier to seat calmy or dive into the water.Lots of toys and board games provided. We really enjoyed our evenings playing with them!BBQ gas tank and gallon water bottle provided. Lake water is not good for drinking.Cottage clean upon arrival including fridge. Kitchen well stock except for small spoons ;)Cons: Some mantenaince required at the shower and roof, it leaks when it rains a lot. Owner really responsive to repair it. Small cottage with three rooms. 2 of OK size but one with bunkbeds really small, we used as storage. Just to keep in mind if your family needs this space.Small TV with no possibility to connect to internet. DVD player with DVDs provided. In case you would like to use it as screen, consider to bring your computer and compatible cable. BBQ in bad shape but it worked. It needs some deep cleaning and tweaking.Overpriced for this type of cottage in other locations, but...location...location...location!Overall, we had a good time in our 10th wedding anniversary with our daughter and two doggies! Thank you!
5.0
We had a lovely few days here. The property was just as the pictures depicted it to be. It was very comfortable. It was just the two of us in the middle of October but I can imagine that this would also be perfect for a family with small children...there is a small beach that has quite shallow water as well as the dock where there is deeper water of course. It was very quiet (to be expected as it is October). Sheldon answered all our questions and was the perfect host. We highly recommend this property and hope to come back again.
5.0
We stayed at this cottage Sept 20-23. Sheldon was great to communicate with and answered all of our questions right away. the view was absolutely beautiful, with a view of the water from pretty much anywhere. kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. it was so quiet around the cottage, so it was nice and peaceful and relaxing. it was a wonderful vacation and we hope to visit again soon.
4.0
Our week away was great, the cottage sits on a beautiful rocky outcrop. Note that the cottage is quite a bit smaller than it looks, so it’s cozy!
5.0
My family and I stayed at the property for a week. The location of the house and lake is absolutely amazing. Very close to Huntsville and Dorset where you can have day trips.. Although the weather wasn’t very great we managed to still enjoy this cottage as it offers the tranquility and scenery that we were looking for. There is a really nice sand beach for those visitors who have little ones. Overall, 5 stars
5.0
This cottage location was ideal - quiet, serene but still close to Huntsville when necessary. A highlight was watching a beautiful sunset, followed by a full moon rise over the lake. Sheldon was a good host, responsive and helpful. Our toddlers enjoyed the toys and beach but were challenged by the terrain. They’ll be better next year!
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Huntsville?
The average price for a rental in Huntsville is $362 per night. This rental is $49 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Your Muskoka Hideaway on Lake Of Bays. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Your Muskoka Hideaway on Lake Of Bays pet friendly?
Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Your Muskoka Hideaway on Lake Of Bays?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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