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rustic Muskoka cottaging!
Deck off the kitchen and master suite - equipped with a Napolean BBQ.
Propane Napoleon BBQ

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Muskoka Cottage Living

Look no further. This rustic generational cottage on beautiful Mary Lake can sleep up to 6 people comfortably, and allows you to enjoy all the beauty of Muskoka from a very desirable and convenient location between Huntsville and Port Sydney. If you are looking for a relaxing week in Muskoka, watching the deer or wild turkey walk by while you are drinking your morning coffee … look no further!

Some details about our cottage –
Bedrooms - There are three bedrooms. The master bedroom is equipped with a brand new king size bed, which has direct access onto the deck. The second bedroom has two single beds. The third bedroom has a unique flare – it is a separate access guest suite that has a queen size bed and a set of bunk beds which looks out directly onto the firepit. This suite is great if there are multiple families sharing the rental, which gives you some added privacy throughout your stay. Please ensure to supply your own linens and towels.

Living / Bathroom - There is one full bathroom, as well as full laundry available. The bathroom is brand new, equipped with top of the line fixtures so you don't miss any of the comforts of home. There is a woodstove, along with Laz-Z-Boy furniture for your comfort. WiFi and Bell Satellite are available. A Napoleon barbecue is on site for your use as well as a Kuraig Coffee maker that takes pods or will make a pot of coffee from grounds.

Water Access – the water access directly across from this cottage with a perfect hard sandy bottom for swimming, which is a shared access. There is no dock available for mooring a boat, but day use is available in Port Sydney. Port Sydney beach is also very close by and has a beautiful beach, docks and launch for day use of boats. Alternatively, Arrowhead Provincial Park is also close by with great amenities for day use.

Firepit – there is an area for having those great campfire memories. On site, there are 6 brand new adirondack chairs for your use. We advise all renters to bring their own firewood, and enjoy the fire responsibly. Should you not want to cook over the open fire, there is a BBQ on site for your use.

The location of the cottage couldn't be better. It is 5 minutes off Hwy 11, close to Huntsville, Port Sydney and Bracebridge. Take a drive into Port Sydney and enjoy their public beach, or take a ride down the rock falls! Head into Huntsville for dinner out, and come back to the cottage for s'mores!

If I haven't answered all your questions, please feel free to message me. We want all of our cottagers to have the best experience, so answering all your questions beforehand is very important to us.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside cottage. Outside smoking allowed

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Huntsville

Huntsville is home to this cottage. North Granite Ridge Golf Club and Lions Lookout are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Arrowhead Provincial Park and Big East River Provincial Park. Huntsville Civic Center Algonquin Theater and Back of Beyond Equine Centre are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Port Sydney Beach - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Port Sydney Falls - 10 min drive - 10.6 km
  • North Granite Ridge Golf Club - 10 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Lake Vernon - 11 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Huntsville Civic Center Algonquin Theater - 13 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Harvey's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪A & W Huntsville - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Algonquin Cafe & Deli - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Portuguese House - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Muskoka Cottage Living pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Muskoka Cottage Living ?

As of 13 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Muskoka Cottage Living on 1 May 2026 start from NZ$326, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Muskoka Cottage Living ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Muskoka Cottage Living ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Muskoka Cottage Living ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Muskoka Cottage Living located?

Situated in Huntsville, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Port Sydney Beach, Port Sydney Falls and Lake Vernon. Group of Seven Outdoor Gallery and North Granite Ridge Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 70 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Celina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, very clean home and property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene Setting

It was an absolutely beautiful serene setting ! I enjoyed my stay …would definitely go again !!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ditta K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome cottage near the lake

We had a wonderful stay at Muskoka cottage. The quietness, the nature, the good beds and surroundings were awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

vickie f.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

As advertised…beautiful area

This property was as advertised, neat, relatively clean and had everything we needed. Would stay again for another girls weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

CLC C.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Weekend away

Cottage was clean and cozy. Perfect for the 2 of us. Bed linens and bath towels are not provided so make sure to bring your own.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

This quaint cottage was in a perfect location, close to everywhere you'd want to be in the Huntsville area. Beds were comfortable and bedrooms were spacious. The outdoor space was lovely and we enjoyed a lot of time out on the deck. The area was quiet and peaceful. Overall, enjoyed this location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The cutest little cottage

My family and I enjoyed a lovely weekend here. The kids loved playing outside, exploring and the water access was just across the street. Public beach within a short drive and about 30 minutes from Santa's Village. We loved it here and will definitely plan on coming back 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Ryan D.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Peaceful

Cottage was nice and cozy. My kids loved it there and it was a beautiful location and very peaceful. The only thing I would say is it could use a bit of a better cleaning but on the whole we enjoyed our stay and would go again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little red cottage

Weather and area was beautiful! Lake lovely. Steep hill to get to the water and no dock to sit on. Lot and cottage was nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Shiyu Z.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Pros and Cons

Great location, close to water, quiet neighborhood. However not sure why water is yellow and sandy. Also AC and bed sheets would be nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall colours

Beautiful time! Cottage was perfect for our stay, would stay again, maybe next summer! Only thing if you have a large group only 1 bathroom which was a normal thing back in the day! Lol
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zeljka S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little Red

Over all it is good place to stay if you can manage with one bathroom. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cottage

Our group had a great stay at this cottage. We stayed just for a weekend, but felt like we should have stayed a week. Really lovely location, close to the water, great fire pit for relaxing at night, bbq, and anything you’d need in a kitchen. The water was a little yellow with a copper smell, but we anticipated this and had brought our own water for drinking and cooking so it didn’t impact us at all but felt worth mentioning. Overall a great stay in a wonderful location. Already looking forward to the next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little Red

Little red was absolutely amazing! Aside from the family of ants that were in the ensuite room and the misperception of the lake being right outside the cottage me and my friend highly enjoyed this destination! We would definitely come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place to Stay

My friends and I (a group of 6) stayed at this location over the May 2-4 weekend and we had a great time. The property was clean and tidy and had a very welcoming atmosphere. The location was absolutely beautiful and calming. Communication with the owner was easy and stress-free. Overall great experience and would recommend it to friends and family. No disappointments within the group.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Sahil

Liked: Communication
Lake being so close to property was definitely a plus for us. Place was not clean as we were expecting their were spider webs in whole house, dryer was completely filled with dust and few more things.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Darren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall Great Stay

Great quiet location, with a beautiful yard to have a late night campfire. the cottage itself was cozy. the tv and internet was nice to keep the kids entertained with shows while we cooked and the walk down the road and to the lake was nice. We planned well with brining our own water jug and pump and coffee machine, I'm not a huge fan of sharing things that touch my water. but having the option of using the supplied equipment is a nice touch. Overall for the price it was a very nice stay. -Darren
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

kim e.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

My family and I stayed for a week. The over all cleanliness of the cottage was ok. There was a problem in the primary bedroom with mouse droppings, they were everywhere including on the bed. My daughter in law dealt with it and cleaned the room. The water was yellow but cleared a bit after a few days. The cottage is close to several amenities. The water access was not ideal for small children.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

souhaila E.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
I loved everything except there is no towel and bed sheets also dogs hair everywhere in the cottage management sent the welcoming package half an hour before we checked in I have message him way before to see if there is anything that we need to be aware of like there is no towel I would of bring my own also the bed sheets
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ana r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay, minor hiccups

The property is very beautiful and well located. The amenities are good as advertised, except for the barbecue that was very dirty and its propane tank that was empty. The owner answered my questions about this and reimbursed us for refilling the tank. The shower and beds are very good. The access to the lake is steep, but manageable; you need to carry chairs and drinks, and the space is very limited (3 people max). We used one of the canoes multiple times. Carrying it up and down to the lake can be done by two fit people. We are very sensitive to smells, so we were happy that this place was clean and did not have any mold. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jenna M.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful area , could be cleaner, water yellow

The area is beautiful & cottage as described. Could be cleaner - some hair, dusty bathroom counter, popcorn on floor. Biggest concern was the yellow water- like really yellow. Emailed homeowner to ask if it was safe to even cook with or bathe in, with no response . We had to go out and buy bottled water for cooking and drinking. Keurig didn’t work , which meant the coffee pot didn’t either. Also the baseboard heaters didn’t heat well- make sure you take wood for wood stove if it’s cold out. We enjoyed our time, but likely wouldn’t choose this one again unless water issue was fixed .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Lindsey M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Not good for families - Beware!

Stayed here for one week with husband and 4 kids. Mouse droppings on the kitchen counters and in cupboards on arrival. Cleaner had to return for mess thru out the house. Pots and pans rusted and dented unusable. Bbq wouldn’t light. Stove smoked out the house when lit. Coffee maker full of mold. MICE ran thru the living room and kitchen all night. Host said he wasn’t aware of mouse problem but multiple traps under kitchen sink. We had to set them up and trapped multiple mice. Husband had to take our disabled son home early after multiple nights of him not sleeping due to the stress of the mice infestation. House smells of wet dog and urine. Water access was not suitable and pictures are not of what it looks like currently and had to drive to public beach daily as we didn’t want to be in the house with all the mice everyday. Would not rent again!!! Host was made aware of issue and resent the cleaner said he would check in with us at end of the week. No follow up after this terrible week. This was our one trip this summer and this house was not for families. This house has been partied out and not set up for families. Everything is dirty and We feel ripped off and disappointed. This rental cost us eating out more then we wanted too and lots of gas as we had to drive to an actual beach we could hang out at. We spent all our summer vacation budget on this house and we’re left with 4 disappointed kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Diane L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall colour escape

The cabin was very clean and tidy. The kitchen very well stocked with everything you would need for cooking meals. Beds were very comfortable. However, lighting in the living, dining and kitchen was poor. I am an avid reader and enjoy a good book when away from home. Due to the lighting I could not read. A reading light and also a table lamp in the living room would be nice. Another area was the security cameras on the outside of the house. It was very intimidating to sit out on the deck knowing there was a camera on us. Therefore we did not wish to sit out there. We were only advised of the cameras after having booked the cabin. The listing should also make people aware to bring their own water.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

All information provided by the host was accurate. The entire cottage was clean and smelling fresh. Exactly what we were looking for to be up and close to Algonquin and Arrowhead.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quite cottage close to the lake that met our expectations

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

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