Big Yellow House on Lake Couchiching in S. Muskoka & Orillia

4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10195 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Orillia, ON

Lake Couchiching1 min walk
Tudhope Park16 min drive
Casino Rama20 min drive
Muskoka, ON (YQA)26 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The Cape Cod-style home is right on the water and is meant for family enjoyment. (not a party house please) 4 bedrooms, a gorgeous living area and a breathtaking view of the lake! The gorgeous house has an L Shaped dock (in summer) which is great to sit on on a Muskoka chair with a glass of wine to wonders of nature!

Located in Cumberland Beach is a small village just north of Orillia. It is a very 2km drive from the famous Weber’s Burgers and about a 20-minute drive to Casino. From the rear window, you can see the popular Big Chief island.

Come inside to see a fully functional kitchen and large open kitchen space, or sit on the large deck under the umbrella or in the sun and watch the ducks, birds (Blue Jays, Orioles and Hummingbirds) and other wildlife living their best life. At night there is a nice fire pit for your enjoyment.

There is also a gas-powered BBQ with a sitting area outside for nice meals outside.

On rainy days, you can sit inside and enjoy movies or stream from your favourite service on the big screen tv.

Note that our capacity for the house is 8 people. 3 of the bedrooms are upstairs. There is a king-size bed, a queen in the 2nd bdrm. The 3rd bedroom has 2 Queen beds or for those that prefer more privacy, there is a 4th bedroom that has bunk beds on the main floor.

For those that love to swim the water is generally around knee deep for the first 100m and then it drops off. Enjoy the paddle boards, canoe or paddle boat and we encourage you to bring water shoes for the sandy/mushy bottom.

This is a quiet community with neighbours so we do discourage any groups that plan on playing loud music or using the house for any reason other than enjoying the environment.

There are also fruit markets and a local convenience store within walking distance and a boat slip for anyone bringing a boat. For those that plan on using the fire pit, make sure to get some wood on the way up Highway 11!

If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out! We look forward to hosting you!

Finally - we do like to communicate with our potential guests before completing any bookings. So if you are interested please send us a message first and we can answer any questions you may have. Please DO NOT just book the property without having spoken to us first. Thanks!

Property manager

DJ Kennedy

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

A $500 deposit to cover pet related damage or mess

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

You may be required to answer a series of questions about your group within 48 hours of booking acceptance before they become final.

Pls ensure you leave the house the same way you found it. (garbages outside, beds stripped and all dishes put away)

No noise or music after 10pm outside please. No fireworks allowed in the area

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Severn

Located in Severn, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Sunshine and Company and Leacock Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hawk Ridge Golf and Country Club and Couchiching Golf and Country Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Orillia, ON

What's nearby

Lake Couchiching - 1 min walk
Couchiching Beach Park - 12 min drive
Lakehead University - Orillia Campus - 15 min drive
Tudhope Park - 16 min drive
Casino Rama - 20 min drive

Getting around

Washago Station - 7 min drive
Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

Webers Charcoal Barbecued Hamburgers - 19 min walk
Couchiching Court Buffet - 20 min drive
Simcoe Yard House Pub - 19 min drive
Lake Country Grill - 11 min drive
KFC - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Yellow House on Lake Couchiching in S. Muskoka & Orillia pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Big Yellow House on Lake Couchiching in S. Muskoka & Orillia?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Yellow House on Lake Couchiching in S. Muskoka & Orillia?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Big Yellow House on Lake Couchiching in S. Muskoka & Orillia located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Couchiching and within 9 miles (15 km) of Orillia Square Mall and Hawk Ridge Golf and Country Club. Couchiching Golf and Country Club and Couchiching Beach Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence G.

6 February 2024

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

Pleasant experience

This home is exceptionally clean, roomie, convenient. We definitely enjoyed our stay and will be back next time we vacation in Canada.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane S., London Ontario Canada

26 October 2023

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

Perfect!

This was our second time staying and it was perfect for our family. We were attending a celebration of life and this home was a warm and welcoming space for friends and family. Kitchen and bathrooms are very well stocked and super clean! Love the labels on the cupboards so you can find the right item. Beautiful views of the lake and easy to communicate with the host. This is a great location in a lovely neighborhood and convenient to anywhere in the Orillia area. Highly recommend and I’m sure we will be back! Thanks DJ!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Janet L.

23 October 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Feedback

Disappointed the dock was not available (for fishing). House was not as clean as it should be — left over open food in freezer, drawers with personal stuff left from last guest. Kitchen may have been organized at the beginning of the season, but stuff all over the place now. Didn’t see fire alarm system anywhere. Week was ok, but won’t go back.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Lucy V.

11 October 2023

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

Great Home

It was an awesome property. Owner was grwat at communication prior to stay. Beautiful and clean space big enough for family. The doc was removed prior to our stay in october.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

24 September 2023

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

Family weekend trip

Had a lovely time getting family together for the last weekend of summer, already planning when we can go back! Highly recommend when travelling with children. My kids loved playing in the bunk room, there were also toys and boardgames available that the whole family could play.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by DJ Kennedy

My family loves cottage life and have been living up in the Orillia area for 20+ years. We are keen to offer the same experience to families and small groups who are looking to enjoy the serenity and wonders of nature.

Why they chose this property

This property was built by my parents who lived there from 1989 until 2022. Instead of selling the property entire we decided to allow others to enjoy it the way that we have. It is truly a family experience.

What makes this property unique

The beautiful house on the water lets you enjoy nature and the beauty of the outdoors! Whether its swimming or fishing in the summer or enjoying the fun of snowbiling and ice fishing in the winter! Lake Couchiching is a top fishing lake in Ontario!