FAMILY TIES AREA Family Ties cottage is 5 minutes to the town of Bala and 12 minutes to Port Carling respectively, for all amenities, groceries, specialty shops and dining. For those that like to hike, the Torrance Barrens and Hardy Lake trails are just 15 minutes away. Boat the "Big 3" from this easy location and enjoy the quiet bay. PROPERTY FAMILY TIES - As you drive up to this pretty property, you are greeted by a newly renovated home and recently landscaped grounds. Everything is NEW! New front porch with portico, new back deck with glass railings and new dock with boat port. The driveway has a basketball net for the kids. A large grass frontage and new front porch await. As you move around to the back, you are greeted by a new deck that runs the length of the cottage, with glass railings allowing for unobstructed views of the lake, outdoor dining area and lounging area with all new patio furniture. Step down to the level grassy yard with fire pit and outdoor stone fireplace. This magical space is lit up at night and is just steps to the water with shallow, sandy entry (great for the kids) and a new dock with a single slip boat port. This property was featured on Season 3 of HGTV Canada’s Scott’s Vacation House Rules! INTERIOR COTTAGE MAIN LEVEL KITCHEN This open concept kitchen has high end appliances, granite countertops, large island with seating for 4 and a walkout to the large deck. DINING ROOM Open concept dining area has original brick back wall, a large wooden table with chairs and a banquette that seats 8 and is open to the Great Room and kitchen. GREAT ROOM This open concept Great Room has large windows looking out to the lake, dark wood beams and cozy seating area with tv and gas stone fireplace. LOWER LEVEL REC ROOM This functional rec room has a games area with a pool table and a cozy seating area with tv. BEDROOMS | BATHROOMS MAIN LEVEL Bathroom 1 - 3-pce with stand alone glass shower Bedroom 1 - Queen Bathroom 2 - 3-pce with stand alone glass shower Bedroom 2 - Queen Bedroom 3 - Queen LOWER LEVEL Bathroom 3 - 3-piece with stand-alone glass shower Bedroom 4 - Queen and single trundle (sleeps 2) Bedroom 5 - Double NOTABLE COTTAGE FEATURES Level Land Shallow/Sandy entry 100' of frontage East Exposure Level Land / Grassy Lawn High-end appliances Newly renovated Multiple outdoor seating areas Pool Table Starlink Satellite High-Speed Internet OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES 2 Kayaks Canoe Paddle Boat Fire Pit Outdoor Fireplace Basketball Net INCLUSIONS / EXCLUSIONS This cottage is equipped with satellite, wifi, air conditioning and a generator This cottage participates in Jayne's White Linen Program Boathouses, Bunkies and 3 Season Muskoka Rooms not available from Thanksgiving-Victoria Day Weekend Outdoor furniture is not out from Thanksgiving-Victoria Day Weekend Water toys are not available Thanksgiving-Victoria Day due to safety concerns PARKING 8 cars COTTAGE RULES Maximum 12 guests Non-smoking cottage Pets are not permitted Check-in time 4:00 pm Check-out time 10:00 am