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Play & Stay in Algonquin

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Dec 2024
Beautiful winter day for skiing, snowshoeing, or any winter activity.
The sun shines in the cottage all afternoon. Turn on the air if you're too warm.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

Map
Dwight, ON
  • Lake of Bays
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Deerhurst Lakeside Golf Course
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Deerhurst Highlands Golf Course
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Muskoka, ON (YQA)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Play & Stay in Algonquin

There's plenty of activities in every season in and around Algonquin. You can do them all or just relax while staying at our cottage right next door to Algonquin Park.

***Please NOTE the private dock is a 3 min walk down the road.***

This non-direct waterfront property includes a spacious 25ft wide dock. It's a fantastic place to start or end your day with your favourite beverage. The south-west view of the sunset is spectacular! If it's too chilly for the dock, you can relax inside or outside the cottage while surrounded by nature.

The cottage is spacious for all your guests to be comfortable. Bedrooms will accommodate 6 people and 2 more will be comfortable on the pull-out couch in Loon Loft. Guests will also have room to workout, play games and watch movies on the projector in the 700sq feet of basement. The kitchen is well equipped with a microwave, dishwasher and garburator. The living room/dining area is spacious with a large sectional couch and 65" tv with amazing sound. Full-size washer and dryer are located in the powder room on the main floor. Guests will enjoy the tranquility when sleeping on the main floor with King bed and ensuite. The large Queen size bedroom has a balcony facing the peaceful forest. The Double bedroom is cozy for 1 or 2 guests. You will be greeted by a spectacular view if you wake up in the loft. In any season, visitors will enjoy what nature has to offer. You may encounter deer, wild turkeys and blue jays, to name a few, while sipping your morning coffee. You can use the BBQ right on the deck and have a campfire in the fire pit in the front yard. Recently installed fibre optic high speed wi-fi. You will love the peace and tranquility of the cottage in every season.

Should you decide to leave the cottage for adventure, you have access to many activities. Moose watching in Algonquin is ideal in the spring. Rent watercraft at one of the many marinas nearby. There are plenty of hiking trails in and around Algonquin. After a day of adventure, you will love relaxing in the cottage with views of wildlife and the woods! When you're looking for restaurants and shopping, you're still close enough to find anything you need in town.

Our cottage is registered and licenced to be a short term rental with the township of Lake of Bays. Our number is 118-2022-24

Property manager

Marcie Colbourne
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
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: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Dwight

Located in Lake of Bays, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Algonquin Provincial Park and Oxtongue River-Ragged Falls Provincial Park, while Dorset Heritage Museum and Lake of Bays Marine Museum and Navigation Society 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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Dwight, ON

What's nearby

  • Lake of Bays - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dwight Beach - 10 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area - 25 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Deerhurst Lakeside Golf Course - 26 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Deerhurst Highlands Golf Course - 29 min drive - 28.4 km

Getting around

  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Din’s Food Truck - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Webster's Beacon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Henrietta's Pine Bakery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Boiler Room Tap & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bush Co - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Play & Stay in Algonquin pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Play & Stay in Algonquin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Play & Stay in Algonquin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Play & Stay in Algonquin located?

This family-friendly Lake of Bays cottage is located on the waterfront, steps from Lake of Bays and within 6 mi (10 km) of Dwight Beach and Marsh's Falls. Oxtongue Lake and Bigwin Island Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 41 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Caroline G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Pictures are very misleading. “Cottage” is just another house in a neighborhood, 50 feet from a busy road. Sounds of traffic, mowing lawns and construction are constant. The dock is a whole other issue…across the street and 100 feet down the road. Not to mention the steep incline to get to it. Also, the docks are cramped together. Not my idea of a quiet cottage vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirlee W.

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

Friends and Quilting meet nature

We are 6 friends who twice a year get away for 5 days . We quilt, we learn new techniques and spend lots of time enjoying time away. From the minute we booked to the last few hours we spent here we felt it was truly a home away from home. The owners couldn’t be more welcoming setting up our space so we could quilt, cook and just have a fabulous time. Thankyou
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn K.

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

Snowshoeing Getaway

This is the 2nd time we've stayed at the cottage and we have enjoyed it both times. There were 4 adults and one dog. Plenty of room for everyone. The beds are comfortable, the cottage is nice and warm and it has everything you need for a comfortable stay. We had a fire in the firepit both days. It was a nice surprise to find the wood piled and ready to light when we removed the cover the first day. We will be back next February! Thank you Marcie & Brent
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

New Year’s Girls Get-Away

This cottage is a beautiful retreat, nestled in nature. Very peaceful. Lots of deer and wild turkey came to visit us while we stayed. Marcie and Brent are very thoughtful hosts. They left lots of amenities to help us feel welcome and at home. It was also very easy to reach one of them when we had a tiny issue with one of the technical gadgets at the cottage. I wouldn’t hesitate to book again, perhaps in the summer?
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael T.

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

Wonderful stay

Lovely cottage and deck. We had a terrific time
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean K.

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

Matthew’s wedding

It is a nice property ideal for what we were looking for
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel M.

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

Great place! We'll be back!

Great place, great amenities and communication with the owner. The property is beautiful. The Deer are also an extra bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara R.

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

Beautiful spot

Had a great time!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

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

Lovely cottage

Had a great weekend Lovely place Hosts were reachable and friendly if any issues Cottage has everything you could need Loved it and we will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Loved our long weekend at the cottage with family

Cozy, warm cottage tucked into the forest, with every amenity you could need, and a short walk away from a dock on the beautiful sandy-bottomed beach. We loved our long weekend stay with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

April L.

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

Summer getaway

We loved our getaway at the cottage. The cottage is beautiful with everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

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

Beautiful Property

The cottage was very clean and well equipt. The area was quite and there were always plenty of wildlife. We all enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn K., London, Ontario, Canada

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

Winter Weekend Away

Cozy and well appointed. The beds were very comfortable and we loved the ability to use the fire pit. Close to Algonquin Park where we enjoyed hiking and snowshoeing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H., Burlington, Ontario, Canada

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

A Wonderful Cottage!

We had a wonderful week at this beautiful cottage! It was clean, comfortable, spacious ,and well appointed. We loved the outdoor space as well-especially the fire pit -and we even loved the walk to the dock. The dock is a good size that accommodated all 6 of us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

anastasia b.

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

Beautiful cottage, beautiful lake.

Clean, quiet and peaceful. We had a great time! The lake was gorgeous. The cottage was clean and loaded with all the little things we may have forgotten.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

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

Great place for a getaway

We really enjoyed our four-day stay in your beautiful cabin. It was extremely comfortable and we found everything we could have possibly needed including some special touches such as beach towels (which we forgot at home), and lots of other little details. We loved sitting on the dock and swimming in the lake - so clear and clean. All in all, a great visit to Lake of Bays and Algonquin Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael L., Toronto

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

Gorgeous cabin in the woods.

Quiet. Lovely. Perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle F.

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

Fabulous winter week

We love this place and it gets better every year! It's well equipped, the location is convenient for whatever outdoor thing you want to do, the deer visit daily, it's quiet, and Marcia is a friendly, caring, responsive host. 10/10 definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

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

Nice cottage for a family getaway.

We really enjoyed our time at the cottage. We liked sitting on the decks, both front and back. These were great places to read a book or just chat. Very peaceful and quiet. We also liked watching the sunsets from the dock and exploring the nearby towns. The cottage itself was well equipped, and very comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed. And we really enjoyed the campfire pit. Overall, I’d have no hesitation recommending it to anyone looking for a bit of time at a nice cottage by a lake.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

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

Cottage in the woods

The accomodations were perfect for a fall get away. The cottage had everything we needed to experience the cool autumn weather. Loved seeing a deer come right into the front yard in the evening. We'd gladly come back during the summer to enjoy the dock and water. The dock is a small walk down the road from the cottage but one could easily spend the entire day there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie and Jim K.

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

LOVE

Our pipes burst and we needed a place to stay for us and the dogs and we stayed at their beautiful property. Little touches/gifts made us feel welcome, and open communication was wonderful. We loved the deer and wild turkeys and enjoyed feeding and watching the deer with the food they left. Would def stay again! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle F.

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

Excellent Relaxing Week

This is our second time renting this beautiful cabin in the woods and we've resolved to make this an annual event. Great location, great amenities, peaceful and relaxing location. We enjoyed watching the deer and turkeys eating snacks 5ft away thru the front window every day. Lots of thoughtful touches; Marcie even provided us a bottle of wine for Valentines. Easy drive into Huntsville and about equidistant from Arrowhead and Algonquin Park. Truly a lovely quiet place to rest and recharge. We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ksenia E.

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

Great home and warm, beautiful lake

The home was just as advertised. Rooms were great. The sound system was fantastic so if you like music be sure to use it. I loved all the extra conveniences and supplies that were left to us: some shampoo and toiletries, condiments, towels, even little inflatable tubes (and even a pump). Deer would visit us every day which was really cool; lots of birds like Bluejays and such as well. The dock was great - very short walk - and the water was so nice. Very warm and clear. Nice, affordable place to stay in the Muskoka area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

NOT WATERFRONT

Absolutely beautiful cottage, clean, quiet and well-equipped. It is not waterfront. I rented because it said waterfront and at no time did I read that you had to walk to the dock. Pictures are extremely deceiving !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebeca A.

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

Summer vacation

This property was well maintained. Little details are what made this host and stay amazing. There were many products available if you forgot something at home. Even though my family and I packed well, these little details made us feel welcomed. We didn't want to leave . The only negative that I do want to mention is the angry neighbours by the deck . Many people were looking at us funny when we went to the deck to swim and made us feel like we were often being watched. Didn't stop us from having fun though. Thank you for a lovely stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

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