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Cozy Lakefront Cottage

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Property grounds
Exterior
4 bedrooms, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, books, music library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • GymGymGym
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

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Bala, ON
  • Popular LocationBala's Museum4 min drive
  • Popular LocationMuskoka Lakes Winery11 min drive
  • Popular LocationTorrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve15 min drive
  • AirportParry Sound, ON (YPD-Parry Sound Area Municipal)35 min drive

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6/10 Okay

The only thing affected the ratings, There’s no bed sheet, duvet covers, pillow case No hair dryer , so you will have t...
Chuck
Nov 19, 2023

About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy Lakefront Cottage

Newly renovated, bright, open & airy living and dining room over looking the lake. Spacious bedrooms with 3 queen beds, 2 twins beds & a futon. A large deck for entertaining, an indoor & outdoor fireplace and a beautiful brand new dock right on moon river. The cottage is just 12 minutes off the 400 & within minutes to the grocery store, don’s bakery, beer store, liquor store, the kee, farmers markets, hiking trails, snowmobile trails & more.

There is a propane BBQ to grill your favourites & the cottage is equipped with a smart TV & Wifi. There is a brand new barrel Sauna for use all year round!

You will have access to the entire cottage. It is situated between two neighbours. Please do not go on their property or pass through their driveway. Please stick to the parking spots provided in the manual. Please be respectful with noise & there are no parties allowed. Thank you in advance!

In the cooler months, enjoy the fall foliage or snow covered trees from the cottage, enjoy the hiking, ice skating and snowmobile trails in the area, challenge your friends or family to a board game, curl up beside the fireplace and watch your favourite shows and movies.The cottage is fully winterized with baseboard heaters as well as an indoor fireplace.

For winter access - the cottage is located on a main road that is cleared by the city. The driveway is ploughed & sanded by a private company whenever there is a large snowfall. Please be mindful of driving & weather conditions.

Property manager

Bianca Johnson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books
  • Music library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Gym on site
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 not indicated whether 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

About the area

Bala

Located in Muskoka Lakes, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Muskoka and Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Bala's Museum - 4 min drive
  • Hardy Lake Provincial Park - 9 min drive
  • Muskoka Lakes Winery - 11 min drive
  • Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve - 15 min drive
  • Lake Joseph Golf Club - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Gravenhurst Station - 27 min drive
  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Clear Lake Brewing Co - 7 min drive
  • Don's Bakery - 3 min drive
  • Ice Dreams Soda Shop - 3 min drive
  • Kee to Bala - 3 min drive
  • Cottage Cravings - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Lakefront Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Lakefront Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Lakefront Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Lakefront Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Lake Muskoka and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Bala's Museum. Muskoka Lakes Winery and Hardy Lake Provincial Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Chuck

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The only thing affected the ratings, There’s no bed sheet, duvet covers, pillow case No hair dryer , so you will have to bring your own And there is only one bathroom. The host is helpful and nice, however, it is definitely a first time experience that a cottage did not provided bed sheets. Otherwise, good view and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place for a special getaway
Fell in love with this cottage from the moment we arrived. The setting is beautiful. The cottage itself is lovely and well maintained. It was comfortable and welcoming. Bianca was a wonderful host. Throughout the entire process she was available and helpful. Bianca was a pleasure to work with. We hated to leave. We look forward to returning again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam B., Toronto, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cottage
Nice little cottage with an even better backyard / dock area. Great outdoor entertainment space with an awesome dock by the water, perfect for swimming and entertaining
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacque13 C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our stay!
Friends and I were visiting from the U.S. to see a show at the Kee. This was a perfect spot to stay as it was right on Moon River and we could still walk to the venue and main street with shops and restaurants. Only thing I would note is that there are no linens included (bedsheets, towels, etc) and it is not disclosed until after booking. This wasn't a huge issue as we were all able to bring them, but a heads up in the listing would have been helpful. Bianca was super responsive answering our questions and she provides informative and thorough information about staying at the cottage. I would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorothea W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip to end summer
Lovely stay. Cozy cottage, beautiful area and water front. Had fun swimming and fishing off the dock. Bianca was a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Mini Family Vacation
We stayed for 4 nights, and the property is clean and cute. The waterfront is fantastic, and we spent a lot of time on the brand new dock. The lookout deck and campfire areas were put to good use also. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ayush

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place…Will go Again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley C., Oakville

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location That Offers Everything For A Summer Vacation
Beautiful location & convenient for everything that you want to do whether with a group or family or by yourself. Fishing, swimming, boating, close to Town of Bala and Port Carling for shopping and plenty of touristy things to see and restaurants. Park close by for kids to play. Rooms spacious, kitchen clean but no microwave but large fridge and stove. Bathroom large. Beautiful patio overlooking the lake and taking in all that serenity and beauty. Night time use of fire pit added to our stay. Note not handicap friendly. Would go back again for another visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Franklin E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Summer Vacation In Bala!!
We had been searching for quite some time to find the perfect gettaway this summer when we stumbled accross this beautiful cottage in Bala. The photos looked great and the distance from Toronto was super close. Whenever you book a vacation it's tough to just go by the photos and the description, however everything was as accurate as the listing. We stayed from the 28th of July to the 2nd of August and from the moment we arrived we knew we had picked a great spot. There was ample parking for our 4 cars and we quickly met both neighbours as soon as we had arrived. Although the neighbouring cottages we're super close both were super nice and great to chat with. We unpacked our stuff and headed down to the dock, which is where we spent a good portion of our time during our stay. Bianca had just installed a brand new dock and it was the perfect size for our 6 guests. Every morning we would make breakast and head down to bask in the sun from about 11 am to 4 pm. Overall the layout is great as there are plenty of bedrooms for multiple guests. We also made great use of the BBQ and kitchen, cooking up marvelous feasts everyday. The property also has great, fast wifi, which helped when I had to do a few work items, so I was very thankful for that. We couldn't have asked for a better stay and we are super greatful to have found this hidden gem in Bala! Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023