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Muskoka East Bay Beautiful Lake View Southern exposure

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Muskoka, ON
  • Hardy Lake Provincial Park
    1 min walk
  • Barlochand Hills Country Store
    3 min drive
  • Washago Station
  • Muskoka, ON (YQA)
    31 min drive

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About the area

Muskoka Lakes

A stay at this cottage places you in the heart of Muskoka Lakes, steps from Lake Muskoka and Hardy Lake Provincial Park. .This beach cottage is 8.1 mi (13 km) from Bala's Museum and 8.8 mi (14.1 km) from Muskoka Boat & Heritage Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Hardy Lake Provincial Park - 1 min walk
  • Lake Muskoka - 1 min walk
  • Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve - 17 min drive
  • Muskoka Lakes Winery - 21 min drive
  • Santa's Village - 39 min drive

Getting around

  • Gravenhurst Station - 19 min drive
  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clear Lake Brewing Co - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Don's Bakery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Hook and Ladder - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kee to Bala - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ice Dreams Soda Shop - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Muskoka East Bay Beautiful Lake View Southern exposure

Family cottage on scenic East Bay, Location, 230 Ft. lakefront with, boathouse and dock for swimming. Beautiful sunset views, Kayak, Canoe, and Hike trails. Close to Hardy Lake and secluded Islands. Kitchen includes, fridge, stove, microwave, Office Water Jug.. br, 2 up Queen and Full, 1 main level br. 2 single beds, 2 Baths 1 up & 1 main level, shower and Jet Tub. Split lower level Sofa & 2 love seats. Dining and Living area, Washer & dryer, Dishwasher, CD player, DVD to TV, Bird feeders, Private drive with turnaround, Power Boat rentals at various Marinas nearby. Boat slip available in boathouse, Scenic view, Microwave, Toaster, Coffee maker, Electric tea kettle, Dock and decks, Canoe, Shallow & deep water, Front window views of the lake, Wi Fi available, Table games and puzzles, beach toys, Quiet bay, Fishing, Midway deck, BBQ grill on deck with Tables and chairs, Surrounded by variety of trees for shade, Sunset view with southwest exposure, life jackets. Floral settings. Hikers & Kayaks Paradise.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Enjoy the convenience of ski-in/ski-out access at this cottage, which also features a spa tub.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Betty Mabel or Bill Mabel and Kim Suder

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Ski

  • Ski-in/ski-out access

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Jetted
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • CD player
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Next to a golf course
  • In the city centre
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayaking on site
  • Boating on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: After verified

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Small gatherings. Low sound or music
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 2164863478

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Muskoka East Bay Beautiful Lake View Southern Exposure House
Beautiful Lake View Southern Exposure House
Beautiful Lake View Southern Exposure
Muskoka East Bay Beautiful Lake View Southern Exposure Cottage
Muskoka East Bay Beautiful Lake View Southern Exposure Cottage

Muskoka East Bay Beautiful Lake View Southern exposure Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric & Sterling K., Kitchener, Ontario Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Holiday
We spent 2 glorious weeks at this property. Year over year we notice many upgrades such as a portable air conditioner unit this summer (which really helped one particularly humid day we had). Well stocked with paper products and toiletries and as always very homey. Thanks again we hope to be back soon :)
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sterling K., Kitchener, Ontario Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Fantastic Visit
This is our second summer staying at this cottage and we loved it again. Lots of improvements such as charging outlets for iphones and devices, complementary coffee and tea, lots of TV channels to watch at night and tons of TP, paper towels and cleaning supplies. Hope to be back again soon! :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Stay
We thoroughly enjoyed our week at William and Betty's cottage. The cottage was clean, very comfortable, quiet and well stocked with all the necessities (one of the better provisioned properties we have rented!). There's a fabulous deck offering great views over the lake and space to hang out in the sun by the boathouse. We had no issues during our stay and would definitely come back. A note for those who may want to work out of the cottage - the Internet is more than adequate for emails and video calls but you may have issues if you need to connect to your office system through a VPN.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

JAMES P.

Liked: Cleanliness
June 2023
Great view from cottage. Cottage is well stocked, in case you forget to bring something. Access way from parking to cottage is steep, but we are young enough to be not bothered about it. Both kayaks are good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jo Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Felt as if we belonged there
Wonderful family cottage. Pictures and photos everywhere made us feel like one of the family. Impeccably neat and tidy, warm and inviting. Thoughtfully stocked with so much more than we expected, from first aid kits, creams and shampoos to herbs and spices in the pantry. Great beds and linens and loads of towels. Great canoe rides on the beautiful lake. Lovely views from cottage and dock. The only down sides are the steep descents from the car down to the cottage and from the cottage down to the dock. For knees no longer sprightly, these are a challenge. Absolutely delightful altogether. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another wonderful stay!
We were fortunate enough to vacation at this fantastic family cottage again this year … lots of great improvements from last year (new deck furniture, new microwave, new umbrella for added shade on the dock, beautiful planters, etc.) and wonderful/responsive hosts … we hope to be back again next summer! Cheers :)
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sterling K., Kitchener, Ontario Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay
We had a wonderful time at this property. It had all the amenities we needed, beautiful view, nice quiet bay, friendly neighbours and the lake was a great temperature. Lots of cleaning supplies on hand but a newer vacuum would have helped. We hope to be back next summer :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca T.

A great place to unwind and relax
The lake and sunsets were beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Jane Tingley T., Toronto

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lake Muskoka
Lake Muskoka is a fabulous lake. The property is large, secluded, and beautifully located. The cottage is old, a little run down, musty smelling, and not as clean as I would have hoped for. It is clear that this cottage has housed many happy memories and people grew up here with love. All-in-all we were very pleased with our trip. The only issue we had was with the communication with the host. There were Internet issues and the response was that there was not much they could do from where they were - and that I should call Bell. IMO - when you pay what we paid per night - it is the responsibility of the host to be quick to respond and helpful. I have stayed on this very lake for the last 5 years. This place seems over priced considering what you get at other cabins for the same amount. However this place is beautifully located and we had a lovely time.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philip L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Haven!
This Muskoka Lake property was delightful. The location was beautiful overlooking the lake and the walk through the trees while appreciating the autumn colours was lovely. They kindly had 2 kayaks for our use and we had an amazing time floating past the shorelines, sitting in wonder at the peaceful coves and stopping off to hike in Hardy Lake Provincial Park. The cabin had all the amenities to cook, relax, sleep comfortably and the owners clearly love their little piece of heaven here as the cabin is filled with family pictures and knick-knacks which make it feel really homey. It was hard to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeanaha K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Getaway
We had an amazing vacation at this lake front cottage. It had a rustic feel but with all the modern conveniences. We spent many hours on the water. Thanks to the tips left by the host, we also enjoyed the water ski show - something we have never seen before.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darlene S., Debert, Nova Scotia, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway cottage on lake.
The cottage was fully equipped with everything we needed, even WiFi! The cottage is private and having a boat house on the water was great. We used the canoe and kayaks every day. We really enjoyed our time and would recommend this rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic time!
There is nothing like Muskoka! Loved cottage, the lake!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic cottage experience!
Absolutely wonderful Muskoka cottage experience … the cottage is well equipped, the waterfront is fabulous and the sunset from the deck is spectacular!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Anita M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot on the lake!
Pros: Beautiful spot on the lake and view!! Great ammenities with canoe and kayaks, a charming old beloved family cottage. Cons: very steep driveway, not recommended for people with mobility issues. Cottage could use some updates, like replacing carpets making it easier to keep clean. Caterpillars are really bad this year and they were all over the driveway making it slippery. The table and chairs on the balcony were unusable, covered in Caterpillar droppings.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wendel T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Was just what we were looking for a quiet little cottage on the water and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Mary F., Ottawa, Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
This cottage has lots of room. 3 bedrooms a large living room and a dining area, plus a big deck. The boathouse is beautiful with a new set of stairs to enter the water. It’s a very peaceful area and we enjoyed watching the sunsets from our dinner table and the deck. The kitchen was super well equipped. It was great not to bring linens and fantastic that they left a few dishwasher pods so we didn’t have to buy a whole box for a short stay. Unfortunately we did have issues with both the tv and internet. The owners were responsive and able to get a repairman out quickly. This solved the tv issue but internet is still an issue Normally this would not be an issue at a cottage, but I would caution anybody who plans to work from this home during covid that it is not reliable at this time. Once we were able to access the kayaks and canoe we enjoyed paddling around the beautiful lake. There was a mixup but again the owners were responsive. I would recommend this property to families with older children.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Sharon A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous waterfront property
This was a beautiful cottage with great waterfront access. I would highly recommend staying here!

8/10 Good

Roham P.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING view
Rustic cottage with so much character, felt like home, very steep driveway to the cottage, fabulous west exposure dock, the cottage is nestled right in the middle of the Woods and very quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Ashley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
This cottage was very clean and a great place for our family of 6 to stay for a week. We enjoyed many things about the property such as, deep water for swimming and docking boats, cleanliness of cottage, the kayaks and water sports, the outstanding nature. The downfall of this property that should be disclosed is the parking and the drive in to the cottage. The road going in to the cottage is very rough and not ideal parking for boats and trailers, we ended up parking our boat trailer at a local marina and paying for that service. The walkway down to the cottage was fairly steep as well. Absolutely everything about our stay was lovely, excluding the drive in. The owner left plenty of drinking water, and the cottage had all the amenities you would ever need.

4/10 Poor

Rob M.

Beautiful Location - Disappointing Accommodations
I have rented many VRBO properties and this is my first overall negative experience. I grew up at cottages in the area and appreciate 'rustic' a great deal, but this rental was not acceptable for the price paid. First the positives however; The property is in a fantastic location on lake Muskoa. No boat traffic, great water areas and gorgeous sunsets. The kayaks were also a nice bonus. However; 1. The property is poorly maintained and has some safety issues. The staircase leading to the boathouse has no railing on the steep downhill side and the steps are crooked. The paved access is so steep it is hard to maintain footing when wet. 2. The property was not clean (and we are not a picky family). The towels and linens are very old. The BBQ was so greasy it was a fire hazard to use and had massive flare ups from many many uses since being properly cleaned. (I am a Firefighter and have seen houses destroyed by this). The patio furniture was dirty and completely soaked and had no covers or table cloths and we spent an hour cleaning the chairs and table just to make them useable without getting your clothes filthy. There were two rolls of toilet paper for a four night stay in a three bedroom place so we had to go back to town to get more. 3. The water from the taps is lake sourced and not recommend to drink and we were not informed of this by the owners until I emailed asking about it. There was no potable water supplied on site at all. Nothing was mentioned about bringing bottled water in the property description. 4.Communication with the owners was very slow. Responses from them took more than 48 hours at times by email. No texting or voice was available. The directions to the property are simply wrong as the distance description on Walkers Point Road says 3 Miles when the actual distance is Just over 1 Mile to the turn. 5. The access to the cottage from the parking loop is extremely steep. Anyone with mobility issues of any kind would struggle tremendously. Bringing in and removing gear and bags would be tough if you aren't quite fit. This was not mentioned by the owners. I struggled writing this review. I don't want to affect anyones income but certain basic standards need to be met. I hope the owners invest a few thousand dollars in maintenance and hire someone to clean it properly before guests arrive moving forward.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Leo N.

Will be back next year!
I don't usually write reviews of places that we stay at but just wanted everyone to know how great of a property this was. The view is spectacular and the photos dont do it justice. Will be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mary B., Richmond Hill

Amazing site on Lake Muskoka!
We spent 2 weeks at this amazing older cottage. It is on a quiet bay on Walker's Point with a spectacular western view and magnificent sunsets. This is an older cottage with modern amenities set in beautiful Muskoka woods. It is very rustic but this is what made it so special for me it reminded me of the cottage I went to as a child. Lake Muskoka can be very busy but this area did not have the constant boat traffic that I have experienced on Browning Island. We rented a boat for the week and it was great having a spot in the boat house. Unfortunately the weather didn't co-operate and we didn't get to boat as much as we would have liked, however, we did get to boat into Bala a couple of times to indulge in Don's Bakery (an absolute must but get there early). There was a kayak and canoe which we made use of in the bay. The lake bottom was firm sand which is great for anyone who doesn't like soft bottoms. The stairs into the water could be slippery just be aware and careful. My only caution to renters is that this cottage is on a fairly steep hill which could be a problem if there are any medical issues. Over all we had an amazing time and will hopefully be back.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Maurizio C.

Nature Lovers Paradise
Beautiful Muskoka cottage with great privacy. My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay, and can't wait to go again. The sunsets were incredible and the cottage was supplied with everything needed for a comfortable stay. Loved the peace and quiet. Was only woken up at night by an owl nearby in a tree!