Make Memories that Last ! Inspired by Nature …., a taste of paradise !

TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library

About this cottage rental

Nestled in Muskoka Lakes, this charming cottage for $173 per night is a great choice for your next break. Beautiful cottage only 45 mins from barrie. Long lake is in beautiful town of Bala. Our cottage blesses us with warm sun all day long on while sitting on the dock....And a lake that is perfect for canoeing, boating, tubing or just bird watching.....We have it all. The cottage has a top loft with a queen been and 2 single beds as well as a futon in the living room....Its paradise with just good times. The cottage also comes with: Full linen service: bed sheets, pillow cases, bath and hand towels 2 Kayaks Large dock with muskoka chairs, 12’x12’ Shallow water entry, very safe for small children but gets deeper at the end of the dock (20ft from shoreline) This cottage combines the relaxing world of cottage life on the lake with the convenience of having the town within reasonable walking distance with beer store, lcbo, a fresh mart grocery store and a hand full of restaurants and ice cream shops . The kee to bala is also a very well know concert hall and it opens on may 24 weekend. They hosted some very well-known artists last year such as snoop dog (not a misprint, I couldn't believe it either), kim mitchell, blue rodeo, sam roberts, etc.

Amenities

Pets allowed

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Balcony / Patio

Family friendly

Map of Muskoka Lakes

Nearby attractions

Lions Lookout

29.74 miles

Santa's Village: Muskoka's Theme Park

12.00 miles

Gravenhurst Muskoka Wharf

12.27 miles

Dorset Lookout Tower

38.87 miles

Make Memories that Last ! Inspired by Nature …., a taste of paradise !

4.7

Outstanding(35 Reviews)

Cottage in Muskoka Lakes

4 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

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

$$$$

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Pets allowed

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Balcony / Patio

Family friendly

Map of Muskoka Lakes

Nearby attractions

Lions Lookout

29.74 miles

Santa's Village: Muskoka's Theme Park

12.00 miles

Gravenhurst Muskoka Wharf

12.27 miles

Dorset Lookout Tower

38.87 miles

Reviews

4.7/5.0

Outstanding(35 Reviews)

5.0

Oct 2023

Fell in love with this Secret Gem from the moment we arrived. So comfy and welcoming. The cottage itself was lovely and well maintained. And if that was not enough you walk outside to the most incredible view of the lake. Then to enjoy the view even further we sat on the dock and enjoyed the amazing reflection of the autumn leaves colours and sun bouncing off the water. A perfect spot to enjoy some drinks and listen to music. I can see why they call it their little secret, it’s a special place to us! Philip and Claudia were great host.

5.0

Aug 2023

Excellent waterfront cottage and a short walk into the town of Bala. Loved that it offered a private dock with use of kayaks and paddle board. Would definitely recommend.

5.0

Oct 2022

They had everything we needed and then some. Absolutely beautiful location!! About 20 minutes away from any amenities. A perfect getaway for anyone who’s looking to reconnect and ground themselves!

4.0

Sep 2022

Great location and super property on downside would be it is between 2 rentals which are large and one of which is a shared property. We had great families so wasn't an issue but it could have been. Property owner is very available and great to deal with. Be aware there is a ladder staircase to the loft space so if you have mobility issues not the property for you but listing shows this. The fire table on the large front porch overlooking the water is just delightful and really added to our overall enjoyment of the property. Lots of water toys at your disposal.

5.0

Sep 2022

We had a great stay, cottage was cozy and the host was very responsive. The 'town' folk were also very welcoming...overall a wonderful vibe.

5.0

Jul 2022

We were pleasantly surprised with our little cottage. It was just 2 of us and a dog. We had company stay one night and we were all comfortable. Cottage is well appointed with everything you need. Great waterfront and nice swimming So close to Bala (we walked one day) Port Carling, Gravenhurst. Totally happy. Philip and Claudia are great hosts. Very attentive and easy to get a hold of. We would rent again.

3.0

Jun 2022

- first of all it is a cabin, not a cottage - internet connection it terribly slow and unreliable. You probably can check weather or do text chat, but nothing more. - all beds are in the same room, so adults will not have any private space - loft smells, most probably it is a smell of mice feces (I grown up in a country side, I know smells) - expect additional charge on top of all VRBO charges

5.0

May 2022

Great place to relax and enjoy nature. Excellent communication with owner, prompt response for any issues.

6.0

May 2022

10.0

May 2022

Great place to relax and enjoy nature. Excellent communication with owner, prompt response for any issues.

4.0

Oct 2021

Overall good place to stay. Directions and check in were spot on. Cabin was clean and well appointed. The cabin is small. And the staircase is a bit steep and narrow. We went at the end of September and the lake was quiet and peaceful. Nice dock, nice fire pit and a nice deck with glass rail for a great view. All the cottages on this lake are close together so in high season I would think it might be busy. It is close to town and easy to walk in for essentials or a meal. Bathroom with shower were recently renovated very nicely.

8.0

Oct 2021

5.0

Sep 2021

An excellent family cottage. For me personally, I stayed on the first floor as I have knee issues and the angle of the loft stairs may have been a challenge. The pullout futon on the first floor was surprisingly very comfortable. The bathroom and shower was 1st rate. A complete kitchen which was fully equipped with all the appliances. Communication with the owner was immediate and responsive. This is a cozy, homie cottage with a lovely little beach and dock to launch a kayak and sit and take in a sunset. Will go back!

10.0

Sep 2021

5.0

May 2021

Awesome experience, beautiful fully equipped property with great view. Hosts were extremely helpful.

5.0

Nov 2020

This property is just as described and presented! Cute cabin with everything you need. The time of year we chose was quiet, which is exactly what we wanted. I would love to return during warmer weather to experience everything it has to offer! Phil and Claudia were amazing hosts and very accommodating to our specific needs. Thank you for sharing your ‘little secret’!!

4.0

Oct 2020

This cottage is super cute. Nicely stocked. Clean. Decorated adorably. Great views. But it is on shared property with a larger cottage. If you are looking for seclusion this isn’t the place.

5.0

Oct 2020

Wonderful little cottage for a small family looking for a quiet getaway. The pictures do not do it justice.

5.0

Sep 2020

This a an amazing little spot. The cottage is so cute and cozy, and the little electric fireplace makes for a sweet atmosphere when the nights are a bit chilly. The kitchen is very well equipped, the beds are super comfy, the bathroom is surprisingly big and the shower is really cool! Outside, the little deck is perfect for a nice candlelight dinner (they provide lots of “Off” for the mosquitos), you can also lounge in the hammock, or sit by the nice firepit, but the dock is the star of the show. Yes, it is perfect for a glass of wine while gazing at the unbelievably beautiful lake, or for hours of reading and writing (which I did). Note that the neighbours are pretty close on each side, so it can get a bit noisy (depending on your neighbours) but the cottage in itself is just fantastic and the lake view is so breathtaking, it is worth it. A huge thanks to the owners for such a sweet, cozy and amazing place

5.0

Sep 2017

We recently rented Bala's Little Secret for my father and his wife while we stayed in Bala's Lakehouse Retreat next door. The cottage was perfect in every way and exactly what you would expect from a Muskoka experience. The stairs to the loft are a bit steep so if you have issues with mobility or small children this little house may not be right for you. The dock is perfect and the facilities really great. Philip great to work with and a perfect host.

5.0

Aug 2017

We rent a cottage every summer and this is by far our favourite in about 10 years! Just two of us and our dog and the cottage was perfect size for us. Would also be good for two couples or a couple with one or two children. The swimming off the dock is fantastic and there are NO WEEDS!! Just amazing swimming! There is also a gentle slope for kids/pets to wade into the water on either side of the dock. Absolutely everything we could have needed was provided, including a paddleboat and kayaks which really added to our enjoyment of the lake! The owners were available by phone if we needed them and very kind. I would Highly recommend this cottage and hope to rent it again next year!

5.0

Aug 2016

This is an absolute find for anyone looking for a small cottage in a great area! We snapped up this cottage after seeing it while renting the larger cottage next door last year. It was perfect for our son, his wife, and their 13 year old son, although it could accomodate more. They absolutely loved it! Great deck, lots of wonderful Muskoka chairs here and there to relax in and amazing sparkling water to swim and boat in! Lots of space between the two cottages, so could easily be rented on it's own. It is full of charm, with a nice sized living area with comfy chairs, a little kitchen, and an unexpectedly wonderful renovated bathroom! There is a loft bedroom upstairs that sleeps 4, accessed by a small stairway. I did see several reviews commenting on the steep stairs, but did not find them a problem myself and I am in my late 60's, so except for very small children, don't think it would be an issue. We rented both cottages last year, and can't wait to return for what my grandson who stayed here calls "the best week of the year!"

4.0

Aug 2015

We had a great vacation. The cottage is small, but accommodated two people very well. It is clean and nicely decorated. Our only complaint was lack of privacy, since there is another larger cottage on the same property. Despite that fact we really enjoyed ourselves. The location is beautiful and the lake was great for swimming. It is a very steep climb to get up to the loft space--so I wouldn't recommend this cottage for people with physical limitations or very young children. The bed in the loft is not queen size--it is a double. Owner needs to change this in his description. Also, there is no blu-ray. Aside from that, we really enjoyed ourselves and had a wonderful holiday.

4.0

Jul 2015

One week of total relaxation. Boy this was exactly what the doctor ordered. We will consider this place again for next year. A few notes - If you don't do ladders you end up sleeping on a pull out couch (focus on the ouch part). We saw the pics, thought we could handle the ladder, we were wrong, our bad. We hit a week of cold nights, 12-14, so we got the most out of the electric fire place - thankful for that. Wireless spotty, but we knew that ahead of time. TV - 1 channel, plus another one part time. For us, not a problem. Nice area for walking. Water was cold but nice and clean. As I said, if it's peace and quiet you want, consider this place - it will give you that.

5.0

Jul 2015

Great cozy cottage with a loft for sleeping. Nice living room area and deck. Great lake for swimming and kayaking. Great views from the dock. Would definitely recommend this place. We hope to come back sometime soon!

4.0

Jul 2015

The cottage was clean and attractive, however if you are looking for quiet and privacy, this is not the cottage to choose. It is VERY close to another cottage that was occupied by many partiers who kept the music going until sometime after 4 in the morning on the weekend. It is also very close to the owners' own cottage, and their children obviously use the dock area frequently. It should also be noted that the bedrooms are only accessible by stairs that are really more of a ladder and would be difficult to negotiate for seniors or small children. Best smoked meat ever eaten in pulled pork sandwiches at Bala House, a tiny restaurant not too far away on the main road.

5.0

Jul 2015

Fantastic cottage, super easy to get to and the owners were very accommodating and organized! Cottage has all the luxuries and is super clean! Thanks for a wonderful stay.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Muskoka Lakes?

The average price for a rental in Muskoka Lakes is $560 per night. This rental is $387 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Make Memories that Last ! Inspired by Nature …., a taste of paradise !. 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 Make Memories that Last ! Inspired by Nature …., a taste of paradise ! 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 Make Memories that Last ! Inspired by Nature …., a taste of paradise !?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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Make Memories that Last ! Inspired by Nature …., a taste of paradise !

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Muskoka Lakes

Nearby attractions

Make Memories that Last ! Inspired by Nature …., a taste of paradise !

Cottage in Muskoka Lakes

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Muskoka Lakes

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Muskoka Lakes?

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is Make Memories that Last ! Inspired by Nature …., a taste of paradise ! pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Make Memories that Last ! Inspired by Nature …., a taste of paradise !?

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