Historic- 4 Bedroom- Portage Flyer - Muskoka - Lake of Bays

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Entire home

2 kayaks, a paddle board provided with the rental.(summer months)

Public dock, a couple of minutes walk from the driveway.

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Huntsville, ON

Lake of Bays1 min walk
Deerhurst Highlands Golf Course10 min drive
Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area11 min drive
Muskoka, ON (YQA)51 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Historic- 4 Bedroom- Portage Flyer - Muskoka

Enjoy this year round, cozy , four season “historic “cottage in Lake of Bays, Ontario. The former Portage Flyer- Post Masters Home/Office! The cottage is only a minute walk to the South Portage public dock on Lake of Bays, perfect location for all your activities spring/summer/autumn or winter! Completely private lot with all amenities you could ask for in a cottage. Relax in the Muskoka Room or large covered patio with your morning coffee watching, listening to nature. If you’re lucky, on a quiet day you might see deer gracing/wondering in the yard! Peaceful quiet serenity at your doorstep! ** COMMERCIAL GATHERINGS, DAY GUESTS & 3RD PARTY RENTALS ARE STRICTLY PROHIBITED! Weekly, monthly discounts available on selected dates. Off Season-28days or more, no HST on nightly rate.

Property manager

Indy

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Modern cottage on Dwight Beach, Lake of Bays

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

No baby gates/cots provided. cottage has stairs.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

Pet hair needs to be vacuumed if applicable.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Noise. Pls obey lake of bays noise regulations also posted on the Notice Board.

Outdoor Areas: To be kept clean and tidy as per the commencement of the rental. Extra cleaning charges will apply if left dirty.

Parties /Events: Not permitted at this location. If violated the rental will be terminated at your cost.

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

Long-term renters welcome

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

Property Registration Number Licence # 019-2022

About the area

Lake of Bays

Located in Lake of Bays, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Algonquin Provincial Park and J. Albert Bauer Provincial Park, while The Acres Driving Range Artisans Gallery and Huntsville Civic Center Algonquin Theater are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Huntsville, ON

What's nearby

Lake of Bays - 1 min walk
Dwight Beach - 8 min drive
Deerhurst Highlands Golf Course - 10 min drive
Deerhurst Lakeside Golf Course - 10 min drive
Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area - 11 min drive

Getting around

Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

Kawartha Dairy - 12 min drive
Muskoka on the Rocks - 9 min drive
Henrietta's Pine Bakery - 9 min drive
Webster's Beacon - 9 min drive
Boiler Room Tap & Grill - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic- 4 Bedroom- Portage Flyer - Muskoka pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Historic- 4 Bedroom- Portage Flyer - Muskoka?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic- 4 Bedroom- Portage Flyer - Muskoka?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic- 4 Bedroom- Portage Flyer - Muskoka located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake of Bays and within 6 miles (10 km) of Dwight Beach and Deerhurst Lakeside Golf Course. Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area and The Acres Driving Range Artisans Gallery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

10 September 2023

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

Great place for an annual cousins weekend

Loved the fact that both tables were big enough for all us to eat together. Short drive to Dwight and not far from downtown Huntsville. Kitchen was well labelled so we could easily find what we needed. Yard had plenty of room for outdoor games Thank you.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

29 August 2023

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

A fantastic country home

Loved this cottage. Very spacious and had everything we needed. Great proximity to the bay and the life jackets were greatly appreciated. Saw a deer in our backyard!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helene D.

28 August 2023

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

Perfect family getaway!

We very much enjoyed our stay at this well situated cottage! It was very clean, the kitchen was very well stocked and the screened in outdoor area was a big hit with my family. The layout was great for accommodating both seniors and young children for a family retreat. The near by boat launch and accessibility to other outdoor activities and attractions in the area created a great balance. We were able to enjoy the hiking, water activities, dinning, shopping etc nearby and finish the by gathering for dinner and a campfire with s’mores as a family. We even saw deer one evening! Note that provided kayaks are single, so not ideal for younger children.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wiktoria P.

5 September 2022

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

Awesome

Gorgeous property, great spot! :)

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Indy

Love traveling & exploring new places.

Why they chose this property

https://www.muskokaheritageplace.ca/en/ride-the-train/history-of-the-train.aspx

Because of its History!!
The Portage Flyer steam train began its proud legacy as the world's smallest commercial railroad
It operated from 1904 until 1959 between North and South Portage Ontario near the village of Dwight
Transportation in Muskoka around the early 1900's meant for "some fun with steam"
Visitors and supplies chugged along The Muskoka River aboard the Steamship Algonquin
The steamship travelled through Huntsville to Fairy Lake onto North Portage at the far end of Peninsula Lake. History books suggest this cottage might have been the "old Post Masters house" with the post office! Built in late 1800's renovated in 2018. History, privacy, nature combined with close proximity to town of Huntsville, Deerhurst Resort, ski-hills, trails, etc this is a superb, affordable spot for outdoor enthusiast for any age and all seasons!