Twilight Pines - Four Bedroom Cottage, Sleeps 8

Twilight Pines: A Luxurious Retreat in Northern Lights Muskoka

Nestled within the prestigious Northern Lights Muskoka community, Twilight Pines offers an unparalleled blend of modern luxury and natural beauty. This exquisite estate home is situated on a spacious, private lot, providing residents with both seclusion and stunning vistas of the surrounding Muskoka hills. The Northern Lights development spans over 1,200 acres of pristine wilderness near Algonquin Park, featuring a 900-acre nature preserve with extensive trails for hiking, biking, skiing, and snowshoeing.

The main floor of Twilight Pines is designed for both comfort and elegance. The expansive eat-in kitchen boasts a large table that comfortably seats eight, making it ideal for family gatherings and entertaining. Adjacent to the kitchen, the spacious living room features cathedral windows that flood the space with natural light and offer panoramic views of the Muskoka landscape.

A large-screen TV provides entertainment options for cozy evenings. The primary bedroom, also located on this level, includes a luxurious en suite bathroom equipped with a full soaker tub, separate shower, and double vanity. For added convenience, the main floor houses a laundry room and an additional four-piece bathroom.

Off the kitchen, a large outdoor deck invites al fresco dining and relaxation, while a screened deck area offers a bug-free environment for enjoying the outdoors. A den near the main entrance serves as a perfect office space for those who need to work remotely.

The upper level of the cottage accommodates three well-appointed bedrooms, including a charming youth room furnished with a single-over-double bunk bed, providing comfortable sleeping arrangements for up to six guests. This floor also features another four-piece bathroom, ensuring ample facilities for all occupants.

Outdoor enthusiasts will be captivated by the breathtaking views surrounding Twilight Pines. The elevated position within the Muskoka Hills offers a picturesque backdrop for relaxation and recreation. Whether you're sipping your morning coffee on the deck or exploring the nearby trails, the natural beauty of the area enhances every moment.

The region offers a plethora of activities to enrich your stay. Just a short drive away, Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area provides excellent skiing and snowboarding opportunities during the winter months. The nearby towns of Huntsville, Dwight, and Dorset offer charming shops, dining options, and cultural attractions. For nature enthusiasts, the Echo Hills trails present scenic routes for walking and biking, allowing you to immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Muskoka.

Twilight Pines at Northern Lights Muskoka is more than just a cottage; it's a gateway to a lifestyle that harmoniously blends luxury living with the splendor of nature. Experience the best of Muskoka in this exceptional retreat

Inside the Cottage

• Sleeps 8 (including all children)
• 4 bedrooms (1 with king, 2 with queen, 1 with a set of double/single bunks)
• 3 bathrooms (1 4-piece with tub and shower over, 2 3-piece with showers only – no tub)
• 65” smart TV with access to Netflix, Crave, Prime, Apple TV, Disney + with your own accounts. (there is no channel reception or DVD player)
• Central A/C, gas fireplace
• Unlimited WiFi
• Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, washer, dryer
• Automatic generator for power outages
• Dedicated office space

Outside the Cottage

• BBQ

Things you need to know:

• Pets are not permitted
• Linens are provided – please bring your own outdoor towels
• Rentals include a cleaning service; however, the departure checklist must be completed
• Garbage disposal is required following departure
• The cottage has a smart TV that will allow you to sign into any of the streaming services you personally subscribe to. Please note, these services will require your personal login information and are not provided
• This cottage has a valid STR license with the Township of Lake of Bays; Licence # (needed) which allows for no more than 8 guests to be on the property at any given time during your stay. The Municipality requires rental guests to sign a Rental Guest Code of Conduct. It will be sent to you upon booking for electronic signature.
• 4WD and snow tires are essential during the winter months
• Electric vehicles: No charger, but there is access to an outdoor plug for trickle charge
• Parking: Room for 5-6 vehicles
• Cell signal: Excellent for all major carriers
• As per local by-laws pets must be leashed and under control at all times
• The landscape around Twilight Pines and within the Northern Lights Community is hilly, please use caution around drops

Accessibility

• Relatively easy entry and exit from parking area (few if any stairs, railing(s) where needed)
• Doorways are wide enough for walker or wheelchair access
• Furniture spaced enough to allow for walker or wheelchair access
• At least one main floor bedroom and bathroom

Waterfront: This is not a waterfront cottage, but there is a public beach 5 minutes away.

Boating: The cottage is not waterfront, but boats may be launched into Lake of Bays 5 minutes away.

Close-By Attractions

Dwight Beach: Nearby public beach on Dwight Bay, Lake of Bays. (5 mins)

Algonquin Provincial Park: Algonquin Provincial Park has 7,635 square kilometres of forests, bogs, lakes and rivers. There are many hiking trails, a Discovery Program, Visitor's Centre, Logging Museum and Art Centre at the Park. (20 mins)

Limberlost Forest and Wildlife Reserve: The Limberlost Forest and Wildlife Reserve is a publicly accessible private year-round wilderness haven with twenty private lakes and more than 10,000 unspoiled acres of mixed forest, with more than 70 km of hiking and biking trails, free to the public (20 mins)

Dorset Lookout Tower: Visitors are welcome to climb to the observation deck, which is 142 metres (465 feet) above Lake of Bays, and enjoy the view from the tree-top lookout as well as ground level lookouts. (20 mins)

Robinson’s General Store: This famous general store is a "must-see" for anyone visiting the Muskoka or Haliburton area. The store has been owned and operated by the same family since 1921, and now sprawls over 14,000 of retail space. (20 mins)

Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Resort: Resort offering downhill skiing and snowboarding, with Ski School lessons and rentals. (15 mins)

Treetop Trekking, Huntsville: Get your adrenaline pumping at Treetop Trekking Huntsville, the most exciting adventure activity in Muskoka! Feel like Tarzan while you climb, swing, and zip through the forest canopy during our Zipline & Aerial Game Trek. (15 mins)

At a Glance

• Sleeps 8 (including all children
• Pets are not permitted
• Linens and towels are provided, but please bring your own outdoor towels
• Central A/C, gas fireplace
• Unlimited WiFi
• Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, washer, dryer
• 65” smart TV with access to Netflix, Crave, Prime, Apple TV, Disney + with your own accounts. (there is no channel reception or DVD player)
• BBQ
• Automatic generator for power outages

House rules (must meet these to book):
Rents from Friday-Friday only during high season (end of June - start of September)
Sleeps 8 (including all children)
Lead guest must be 30+ years of age.
Pets are not permitted
No smoking and parties are allowed.
Linens are provided – please bring your own outdoor towels
Departure checklist must be followed
Garbage disposal is required following departure
A supplemental information form must be completed
As per local by-laws pets must be leashed and under control at all times
The landscape around Twilight Pines and within the Northern Lights Community is hilly, please use caution around drops
This cottage has a valid STR license with the Township of Lake of Bays; Licence # (needed) which allows for no more than 8 guests to be on the property at any given time during your stay. The Municipality requires rental guests to sign a Rental Guest Code of Conduct. It will be sent to you upon booking for electronic signature.