🌊 Sandy Beach on Beautiful Miskwabi Lake | Private Family Escape
Welcome to your perfect Haliburton Highlands getaway on stunning Miskwabi Lake — where crystal-clear water, sandy shoreline, and peaceful forest surroundings create the ultimate cottage experience.
Just a short 2-minute walk down your private path brings you to a gradual-entry sandy beach — ideal for kids, swimming, floating, and stress-free family fun.
✨ What Makes This Stay Special
Sandy, shallow shoreline perfect for families
Large private yard for games & outdoor play
Spacious deck for BBQs and sunset cocktails
Firepit for unforgettable evenings under star-filled skies
Quiet setting with minimal traffic
Spend your days kayaking, paddleboarding, swimming, or simply soaking in the sunshine. Evenings are for s’mores, laughter, and breathtaking sunsets over the lake.
📍 Close to Everything
Only 15 minutes to Haliburton for groceries, restaurants, and boutique shopping. Nearby attractions include:
Head Lake Beach
Haliburton Sculpture Forest
Haliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve (home of the Wolf Centre)
Sir Sam's Ski/Ride
Whether you're reconnecting with family or escaping the city, this lakeside retreat offers the perfect balance of adventure, relaxation, and unforgettable memories.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Our scenic cottage is nestled down a steep, unpaved driveway that adds to its secluded charm. For easiest access, 4-wheel or AWD drive is required
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number STR-25-00083
About the area
Dysart et al
Dysart et al is home to this cottage. Haliburton Highlands Museum and Haliburton Sculpture Forest are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Rails End Gallery and Arts Centre and Ski-Mazing Water Sports. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Rails End Gallery and Arts Centre - 19 min drive - 21.5 km
Haliburton Highlands Museum - 20 min drive - 23.3 km
Grass Lake - 21 min drive - 23.3 km
Haliburton Sculpture Forest - 22 min drive - 24.0 km
Restaurants
Brown Point - 38 min drive
Linkert Country Bakery - 20 min drive
South Algonquin Diner - 20 min drive
Cross X Roads Cafe - 20 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 🌊 Sandy Beach on Beautiful Miskwabi Lake | Private Family Escape pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at 🌊 Sandy Beach on Beautiful Miskwabi Lake | Private Family Escape?
As of 9 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 🌊 Sandy Beach on Beautiful Miskwabi Lake | Private Family Escape on 30 May 2026 start from NZ$391, 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 🌊 Sandy Beach on Beautiful Miskwabi Lake | Private Family Escape?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 🌊 Sandy Beach on Beautiful Miskwabi Lake | Private Family Escape?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 🌊 Sandy Beach on Beautiful Miskwabi Lake | Private Family Escape?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 🌊 Sandy Beach on Beautiful Miskwabi Lake | Private Family Escape located?
Situated in Dysart et al, this cottage is within 12 miles (20 km) of Head Lake Park, Rails End Gallery and Arts Centre and Haliburton Rail Trail. Haliburton Highlands Museum and Grass Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Had a great stay at the cottage. Lots of great fishing and clean warm water. We enjoyed the kayaks and paddleboard provided. We even made friends with a friendly turtle right by the dock! Thanks again Paulina & Mike for being great hosts.
We loved our stay at Paulina and Mike's cottage. Our kids loved the beach and swimming at the lake the weather was amazing! The cottage is super cute and clean had everything you needed. Super kid friendly! The outdoor playground was a nice surprise! Only thing I wish we had a view of the lake from the cottage.
The cottage is well taken care of. When we arrive it felt like home. I wish we could have stayed longer. We created genuine memories with lots of fishing and camp fires and enjoying time spent with our kids. The fire flies were mind blowing the night we had a camp fire The drive way was a bit steep but we were able to go up and down in our Honda civic. Communication between us and the host was very smooth and helpful. We are a family of four and would love to return
We really enjoyed our stay and Paulina was great at communication. When they found out about the toddler, there was an instant offer of a playpen which was great.
The only drawback to the cottage was that it was not great for accessibility. We had to park at the top of the property because we didn't have r wheel drive. We knew that from the listing but it's a very steep, gravel hill and up from there. This was a big problem for one person who has mobility issues. So if you aren't able to manage steep hills, this is not a good choice for you.
Such an interesting setting! Felt like you were in the woods with a beautiful tree scape. The path down to the waterfront was a reminder of a hike in the forest and then opened up to present a very pretty lake scene. The sandy entry into the water was appealing as was the crystal clear lake! There was easy access to water toys, that enhanced the experience. The cottage was cozy and had all the necessary amenities. We appreciated the AC on the hot days! Surprisingly the mosquitoes were not existent in the mornings, allowing us to enjoy the outside deck for coffee. We enjoyed the quiet and the chance to view nature at it's best! We had a female deer make an appearance in the early evening the second night of our stay. She literally was 20 feet away from the upper deck and lingered long enough for a few photos! A very interesting cottage experience overall! The only tiny concern was the rather steep drive down to the cottage location. We were very glad we had an all wheel drive car to make it down and up the driveway. Just something for a guest to acknowledge. The steep driveway was definitely mentioned in the listing so were were aware this was something to be expected. Thanks to the cottage owners for allowing us to enjoy this unique summer experience!
We had a great week at this lovely cottage. Loved the location and the lake. Haliburton is a cute town and only a 15 minute drive. The cottage was clean and had everything we needed. Towels, linen, fully equiped kitchen, grill, fire pit, beach access, canoe, toys for the kids, tv and WiFi. The beds are very comfortable and there is both heating and airconditioning.
Upon arrival we had some difficulty figuring out the door lock as it shows 2 random digits at first and we didn’t realize you just have to touch those and then enter your code.
We had a two wheel drive that we initially parked at the top of the driveway as instructed. Then we read the owners manual, that said you could park half way down. We tried that because it’s quite the hike up there, especially with luggage. Not a good idea, we barely got back up. This was a bit confusing at arrival, but it all worked out ok.
There were a lot of mosquitoes, especially at night, so bring lots of bug spray, covering clothes and citronella candles! Unfortunately we were not able to sit outside comfortably after sunset.
The host was very helpful, friendly and a great communicator.
Overal we loved this cottage and would definitely here again!
Marlies S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
About the host
Hosted by Paulina and Mike
What makes this property unique
Welcome to Our Private Lakeside Cottage – The Ultimate Waterfront Escape!
Tucked away in a peaceful setting, our family cottage offers the perfect blend of privacy and adventure. Dive into crystal-clear waters for incredible swimming, cast a line for some of the best fishing around, or explore the lake with our complimentary kayaks, paddleboards, and canoes.
Whether you're looking to unwind in nature or fill your days with fun on the water, this quiet retreat has something for everyone. It’s the ideal spot to relax, recharge, and make lasting memories.