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Thurman Cottage On Otter Lake, Muskoka / Haliburton Family Adventure

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A wooden dock leading to a cabin surrounded by dense forest.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden countertop.
A spacious kitchen with a wooden dining table, a built-in oven, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a wardrobe with a mirror.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a view of the kitchen.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Dorset, ON
  • Place, Otter Lake
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Otter Lake
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Oxtongue Lake
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskoka, ON (YQA)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Thurman Cottage On Otter Lake, Muskoka / Haliburton Family Adventure

This beautiful 3 bedroom cottage is located on the north shore of Otter (Tock) Lake, minutes from Dorset and 2.5 hour drive from the GTA. Sitting on a 3 acre lot of maple, birch, spruce, pine and hemlock trees, it boasts over 200 ft of sandy shoreline with shallow water ideal for children, gently sloping to a swimming raft surrounded in 10 ft of clear water.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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 (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
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.
Sleeps 6 in total.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9849899
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Algonquin Highlands

Algonquin Highlands is home to this cottage. Dorset Heritage Museum and Lake of Bays Marine Museum and Navigation Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bigwin Island Golf Club and The Acres Driving Range.
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Map
Dorset, ON

What's nearby

  • Otter Lake - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Otter Lake - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower - 8 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Oxtongue Lake - 27 min drive - 37.8 km
  • Arrowhead Provincial Park - 42 min drive - 60.4 km

Getting around

  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza On Earth - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Trading Bay Dining Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bush Company - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Ox Narrows - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Zachary's Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Thurman Cottage On Otter Lake, Muskoka / Haliburton Family Adventure pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Thurman Cottage On Otter Lake, Muskoka / Haliburton Family Adventure?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Thurman Cottage On Otter Lake, Muskoka / Haliburton Family Adventure?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thurman Cottage On Otter Lake, Muskoka / Haliburton Family Adventure?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Thurman Cottage On Otter Lake, Muskoka / Haliburton Family Adventure located?

Situated in Algonquin Highlands, this cottage is steps away from Otter Lake and Otter Lake. Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower and Dorset Heritage Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake view was beautiful, Host was awesome, Kitchen was well stockedWe had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2026
The cottage and surrounding property were left in excellent condition. I’d definitely rent to Debbie and her family again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
General the place is pretty good and my kids loved it. Clean and lots of entertainment stuff keep kids busy. And the view of the lake are pretty good especially in the fall
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property , would have been perfect if it wasn’t for the constant rain and cool temperatures
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was like living at home. Clean, furnishings well appointed and cozy.View and closeness to Otter Lake were amazing. Perfect place to spend some uiet time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic relaxing and refreshing stay on Otter lake 😊

We loved everything about the cottage and location, we spent loads of time out on the lake, relaxing on the deck and hiking in Algonquin. Everyone was sad to leave after the week there. 😊
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the cottage. The cottage is nestled around beautiful pines and other trees and was private. The water was clear and the dock seating was very nice. Loved the chipmunks and listening to the loons. The cottage was very clean and well equipped. We enjoyed our stay and would not hesitate to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved our stay! The kitchen was beautiful and fully stocked—perfect for cooking big family meals, with a dining table that seats 10 comfortably. The shallow sandy beach runs the full length of the property and was amazing for the kids. The floating dock was a hit for jumping and diving, and the fishing was fantastic. Tons to do on and off the water. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good cozy cottage with ample amenities

It was good place to hang aroung with your friends or family. The instructions provided was adequate. The owner was warm with his communciation and clearly articulated all the needful for a short stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay! Very quiet and has everything you need. We all enjoyed the lake between the water toys, the docks to sit and watch the beautiful view and the swim platform for the kids. Had many lovely paddles around the lake! Our hosts gave us everything in advance to make it there and to maneuver around the cottage with ease. Very responsive to questions prior to our visit and didn't need to ask for anythung while we were there thanks to their welcome package and handbook. Very relaxing getaway! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good

Very good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as advertised and the hosts explained everything accurately. Also the host, prior to our trip there, was always very helpful and accommodating.Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2026
Our cottage was left in immaculate condition upon Joanne and John’s departure. My wife and I mused on whether they were even there for their stay. We look forward to hosting them in the future.

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