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

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Property grounds
Beach
Beach

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Orillia, ON
  • Place, Lake Couchiching
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Couchiching Beach Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Casino Rama
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskoka, ON (YQA)
    ‪28 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

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

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!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
A $500 deposit to cover pet related damage or mess
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Please put any laundry to be cleaned in the bunk bed room by the washer and dryer.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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

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

About the area

Severn

Located in Severn, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Simcoe and Bass Lake Provincial Park, while Orillia Museum of Art & History and Sunshine and Company are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Orillia, ON

What's nearby

  • Lake Couchiching - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Couchiching Beach Park - 12 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Orillia Opera House - 14 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Casino Rama - 20 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Tudhope Park - 22 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Casino Rama Resort - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Webers Hamburgers - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Blue Moon Junction - ‬4 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 23 kg 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 steps from Lake Couchiching and within 6 mi (10 km) of Washago Centennial Park and Ardtrea Park. Orillia Square Mall and Hawk Ridge Golf and Country Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was wonderful to wake up each morning to the sunrise over the lake. It is a beautiful home in a great location. DJ, the property manager was a pleasure to communicate with. We highly recommend this property. We just wish we could have stayed longer to enjoy the pedalboat and paddleboards.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

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

Family time

Booked a family get-together for a 4 night stay. We were here last summer and enjoyed it so we returned again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priya C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
The house is very cosy and everything is well thought off. They had everything you needed and labeled. Outside lake front was beautiful with good access . My family and I enjoyed every bit of the property and would definitely recommend it
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Wonderful stay

Property was exactly as described.Location was excellent for all we wanted or needed.Check in and out where very smooth.All instructions and communication where clear and precise Thank you. My family had a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was large and rooms were great. It would have been nice if there was a screen on the patio door since it was warm out. The property was nice and view of the lake was great. We had a great time. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alissa L.

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

Beautiful lakehouse

We had a wonderful stay at the big yellow house on Lake Couchiching. Perfect for families, spacious and meticulously clean/organized. The back deck and dock were perfect for morning coffee watching the sunrise, the fire pit was perfect for the evenings. Thank you for an amazing experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

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

Getaway weekend with friends!

Beautuful home. Kitchen was well stocked. Beautiful deck and furniture to enjoy when it doesn't rain! A couple of people had reactions to the air freshener and febreeze(?) used on the couches in the living room. Wondering if a cat had been there recently? Overall, it was a great home away from home!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

alison a.

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

Fabulous house overlooking lake.

Everything you could possibly want and more. View amazing. Very comfortable and homely, clean and spacious house. Plenty of seating areas, inside and in the garden. Had fun with the paddle boards and peddle boat. Nice area, short drive to places to eat out, or could walk. Really enjoyed our two night stay, wished it had been longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank W.

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

Great spot not far from Toronto

It was perfect for our family 8. The kitchen well stocked with the necessities.The beds were very comfortable. The TV almost had too many channels to choose from. The waterfront was great for our family with 2 kids aged 6 and 8. The paddleboards and paddleboat were put to great use. Hopefully a return visit is in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay with friends and babies at the Big Yellow House. Water is warm and shallow, and the grassy area is great for entertaining. The dock is in decent shape but is in need of repair, as it is loose at the ladder and lifts when getting in and out of the water. Plenty of water toys, paddle boards and a peddle boat to enjoy, and new patio furniture.Bedrooms are all a decent size and were clean, despite being hot plenty of fans were provided. House and bathrooms were also very clean with lots of towels. Would recommend bringing your own paper towels as only 1 roll was provided (unless I missed where they were stored). Overall lovely stay with responsive host, beautiful property and convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Winter Get Away

The property exceeded our expectations expectations. It was as well equipped. It had bedrooms that easily sleep 10. No pull out couches. The property had been newly decorated. We will return to this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

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

Very Clean and Comfortable

We stayed for 6 days and the weather wasn't great for half of it. Thankfully the home was very clean and equipped with everything we needed to feel comfortable and entertained indoors, as well as outdoors when it was nice out. A major issue I have with booking rentals is that they do not keep them as clean as they may look in the pictures, but this home was very clean. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect Had everything we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was very pleasant. We definitely appreciated how the kitchen cupboards were labelled and so well stocked. The beds were extremely comfortable. We were very pleased to find the beds already made up. It was so convenient having the garbage and recycling bins in the driveway when we checked out.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely weekend at the cottage. We relaxed on the comfy patio furniture while enjoying the beautiful lake view. The beds were comfortable and the host replied promptly and was very helpful when we asked for recommendations regarding attractions in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Connie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a beautiful location. The waterfront was perfect for the children and the house was spacious. The communication with DJ was great. The only disappointment was that the one bedroom had no air conditioning.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time staying at the big yellow house. Everything you need for a comfortable stay can be found on the property. The house was clean and well kept. DJ was great at answering all our questions. Thank you DJ!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Julie L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Almost perfect!

Il ne manquait que le soleil et quelques degrés supplémentaires Et un peu plus de propreté sur les planchers et dans les armoires et tiroirs de la cuisine, ainsi que leur contenu. Rien de majeur toutefois.Merci pour cette belle semaine.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth J.

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

Winter Get-Away

We were six seniors ( family and a friend). The Yellow House was perfect - clean, spacious, very well equipped. The lake view was beautiful, and although there was too much snow to enjoy the fire pit, there were games to be played, delicious dinners to enjoy, and, of course, the clicking of glasses to toast each other and our good health. Thank you so very much for opening your door to us.We would certainly recommend this rental to anyone planning a holiday in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion B.

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

Family time

Being there was a great way for our family to get to know our company from the Netherlands
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Helen T.

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

Labour Day Weekend

Loved the decks. House was big and great for large family.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Cathy N.

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

Nice cottage.

Nice location. Beautiful lake front.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

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

Stay at the Big Yellow House

We had a lovely stay at the Big Yellow House. The cottage was beautifully renovated and really felt like our home away from home. The kitchen was well outfitted, the beds were comfortable, and there were tons of toys and games for the kids to play with. It did get quite warm upstairs but there were fans that helped a little. Thanks for the great accommodations. We would definitely go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

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

Family getaway

We all enjoyed our stay! Beautiful property and lake. House was spacious and updated. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bri C.

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

Great Place

One of the better lakefront properties we’ve visited. The dock and area of the lake was really calm and ideal relative to other areas of Lake Simcoe we’ve visited. The house was well kept and had all the amenities we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by DJ Kennedy

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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!

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