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A Muskoka waterfront paradise

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Exterior
Interior
Property grounds
Pet-friendly
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

A Muskoka waterfront paradise

Nestled along the pristine and crystal-clear waters of the Muskoka River, the Muskoka River Retreat is your gateway to unforgettable vacations. Whether you seek a family-friendly vacation, a romantic hideaway, a luxurious escape, this property delivers it all.

Designed with modern comfort in mind, this newly built retreat offers a harmonious blend of contemporary amenities and natural charm. From tranquil mornings basking in all-day southern sun exposure by the clean, quiet waterfront to evenings gathered around the outdoor fire pit, every moment is crafted for relaxation. Enjoy complimentary use of canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, and the private sauna/outdoor shower – everything you need for the ultimate outdoor experience.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature with biking, hiking, and fishing just steps away. Only 2 hours and 15 minutes from Toronto, and a short 15-minute drive to the vibrant hub of Bracebridge, you’re never far from exceptional dining, shopping, and local attractions.

Owned and operated by Generation Seven, an Indigenous small business, the Muskoka River Retreat embodies a heartfelt connection to the land and community. Each season transforms the property into a unique paradise – from the fiery autumn foliage and winter wonderland charm to the lush greens of summer and blossoming spring beauty.

Discover the magic of Muskoka River Retreat, where cherished memories are made all year round.

Book your escape today!

Property manager

Greg

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Free firewood

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111 sq m)

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Aerial view

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  • Washer
  • Dryer
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 27

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
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
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: must let me know if you plan to bring a pet

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Events must be declared. Extra charges may apply
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Bracebridge, ON

What's nearby

  • High Falls Water Park - 37 min drive
  • Muskoka Brewery - 38 min drive
  • Santa's Village - 39 min drive
  • Lake Muskoka - 40 min drive
  • Bigwind Lake Provincial Park - 79 min drive

Getting around

  • Gravenhurst Station - 43 min drive
  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake of Bays Brewing Co - ‬52 min drive
  • ‪Humble Pie Butter Tart Factory - ‬53 min drive
  • ‪Cast Iron Restaurant - ‬52 min drive
  • ‪Fork in the Road - ‬53 min drive
  • ‪The Hound Lounge Bar & Grill - ‬53 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Muskoka waterfront paradise pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at A Muskoka waterfront paradise?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Muskoka waterfront paradise?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Muskoka waterfront paradise located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Bracebridge Fair Grounds, Rotary Centennial Gardens, and South Muskoka Curling and Golf Club. Muskoka Highlands Golf Course and Santa's Village are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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A Muskoka waterfront paradise Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for vacation
We had a wonderful experience and will come back an again for sure. The location is fantastic as it is in a quiet area with good distance from neighbours. The house and amenities were great. All the toys and fun stuff needed to enjoy a true cottage bacation. were provided.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic second stay at our favorite Muskoka retreat
Had a wonderful time. Everything was amazing as it was our first stay. The location, the views from the floor to ceiling windows in the living room, time spent on the water, and use of the BBQ and sauna. Thanks for sharing your beautiful place with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Stay Once Again!
Wonderful property and host! The weather was perfect. We hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay at Muskoka River Retreat
We stayed 7 nights at this cottage in late July/early August 2024. The cottage is very well appointed and has everything you need for a stay away. The surrounding area is very quiet and peaceful. The check-in process was a breeze and the host left very detailed instructions so we didn't have any questions. It's a short 15 km drive to Bracebridge which has great shopping, food options, entertainment, and some great beaches if looking for a different option for swimming. You can tell the host takes great pride in their property!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dilpreet D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect cottage for a small group of friends
The cottage was very clean and beautiful. It is the perfect spot for a small group of friends or family to enjoy the long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Stay!!!
As soon as we saw the house, it was beautiful and we couldn’t wait to begin our vacation! The house was very clean, amazing views and a dream away from home. We loved how the house was in the middle of everything if you had to make a run to Walmart or shopping. We especially loved the water view and how quiet and peaceful it was. We will definitely return! Thank you Greg for being a great host
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Snow Escape
As always, this property is wonderful, particularly in the wintertime! There is lots to do outdoors in the surrounding area. The hosts even provided some treats for Valentines Day, which was very thoughtful! We look forward to returning again!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B., Toronto, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good stay
Very nice property with amazing sauna. We enjoyed the canoe and kayak, and jumping in the river after saunas.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
This property and cottage are better then expected. Everything was perfect. Greg and Kathleen are excellent hosts and a pleasure to deal with. We will definitely be back to this cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic cottage experience!
The cottage and Greg as a host were absolutely, 10/10 fantastic. Super high quality cottage, beautiful waterfront, all the amenities and a very well organized host. We'll be coming back, highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect getaway
We had amazing experience. The house and property are fantastic , our family enjoyed every minute of our stay. Hosts gave very clear instructions and house was well equipped and clean. Firing up the Sauna was easy and plunging in the river right after was delightful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter Paradise!
This was our family's second time renting this amazing cottage and it was just as wonderful as the first time. Lots of places to explore nearby, clear and star filled skies at night, and a good amount of snow to enjoy! Greg, the host, was a gracious and attentive as ever. We definitely recommend a getaway here and hope to be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordana L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer cottage getaway
We had the most amazing week on this cottage! It was beautiful and clean and perfect stay for my husband myself and our 14 month old daughter. There was a ton of outdoor space and a great waterfront. Greg was a wonderful host and provided us with everything we could need and was very responsive for all of our questions! We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A wonderfully designed building on a scenic river view in full fall colours with walking available in the forest. Abundant opportunity for water craft use. Interiour design and implementation was top nothch.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional vacation
The cottage is stunning and luxurious. Exactly as advertised and more. Swam off the dock and paddled the river to falls every day. Rainy days in the Muskoka room are what it was designed for. Loved the days we spent there making happy family memories. Hope to spend time there again in the future. Thank you Greg and Kathleen for a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
OMG
Property better than pics! Soooo peaceful and quiet. Absolutely perfect property for couples getaway in charming home. My wife and I lacked for nothing. Greg is definitely a “super host”…and a gentleman as well! Top marks in all categories for a quiet couples retreat!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Manju P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful getaway
We stayed at this beautiful property for thanksgiving. It was a lovely experience. The cottage is located in a very quiet. serene location right on Muskoka river. We throughly enjoyed the views from the living room and the warmth from the log fire. Greg, was an amazing host. He even let us check out later in the day. I would go back again. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully setup, a gorgeous property!
We truly enjoyed our stay. The cottage was clean & beautiful, had gorgeous landscape & was close to all amenities. Setup was well thought of, everything needed was provided including firewood for a cozy fireplace. First class experience all the way through and also an amazing & resoonsive host. Thank you Greg! Our daughter had a blast and enjoyed her ski camp! Our dog was in heaven. There was great privacy as well. We highly recommend it & definitely love to come back.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage-mode getaway
Great spot for someone looking for a private waterfront getaway with lots of options for outdoor activities (biking, hiking, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing, sauna, bonfires) and close enough access to small town Bracebridge with it's quaint downtown and unique shops. Our host was very hospitable and made us feel welcomed and even had a welcome basket waiting for us at arrival! The home was beautiful and very clean and had all the amenities we needed for the week. We were able to relax and enjoyed our week-long getaway. Would highly recommend!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

bo h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Picturesque
Our stay was amazing. The fall colors with the water view was unforgettable. The property is very clean, modern and well equipped. We were a little bit concerned about the chilly weather. However, we had no issues at all with heating. The floor heating in the washroom and kitchen was especially nice in the morning. Overall, I definitely would recommend - particularly in the fall!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L., Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous home and wonderfully pristine river location
Greg was a wonderful host. When something went wrong, he responded immediately with a solution to the problem. Sleeping arrangements should be considered as sometimes, depending on ages and relationships, beds need to be assigned appropriately. We had one male almost 13 and two girls ages 15 for part of our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marriam A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene and Beautiful
It is a beautiful cottage with all the amenities that you could think off (from Barbeques, kayaks, saunas, canoe, internet.. it had everything and more) . Greg was amazing to deal with, he answered all of our inquiries before the check in date promptly. Greg was present when we arrived for check in and gave us a detail tour of the cottage. He was extremely polite and accommodating. We had a blast at this cottage. Thank you Greg for making our stay so much memorable with your beautiful property. We 100% recommend this property to everyone. It is close to the city if you need to go, yet, just far enough to enjoy the wilderness.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage Paradise
The property itself is spectacular, as are the views and surrounding area. The owner, Greg, was very attentive and easy to communicate with. He sent a very detailed information package ahead of time, offered to support us with whatever we needed (we had snowshoeing and food questions!), was there at check in to show us around, checked in midway through the trip, and helped walk us through check out. It is clear a lot of thought and very hard work went into making this property what it is: paradise! We cannot wait to return and look forward to another relaxing time at the cottage, while also further wandering on the lands and water that surround the property. Thank you once again for your thoughtfulness and hospitality, and sharing this part of yourselves with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phatima B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing getaway
We loved the property and would stay here again. Very quiet and peaceful. This was our 1st time renting a cottage and we were pleasantly surprised with all the amenities that were provided. We 2 people had a fantastic time. The cottage is well stocked with everything needed including toys for kids, etc. We had a canoe, kayak, paddle board, wood for evening fire. Choice of being in the sun or the shade on both the dock and the deck. The spectacular views, very attentive host, made for a relaxing and enjoyable our days. The cottage itself is beautiful, immaculate, and charming, made all the more special by the craftsmanship and detail in its design. Such special memories. I am Still speechless. Thank you Greg.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and bright cottage getaway!
This cottage is amazing! Greg was very kind and accessible. He also responded to all our questions instantly! Greg met up with us and showed us around the property, we even got to meet Harley (biggest sweetheart!) The property is stunning, and it was more magical in person. Everything is neat and tidy, both outside and inside! It felt like home away from home - the peace and quiet is on another level! There are plenty of activities – our party loved the sauna, paddle board, canoe, and kayak! Waking up to the river glistening with the sun beaming through the whole home was breathtaking! Highly, highly recommend this gem! Thank you for being such an amazing host Greg!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022