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Bright, beautifully renovated lake-front cottage just north of Huntsville.

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

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

Bright, beautifully renovated lake-front cottage just north of Huntsville.

Bright and beautifully renovated four-season cottage just 15 minutes north of Huntsville on a quiet spring- fed lake. Tastefully designed with great attention to detail, modern stainless steel appliances, beautiful furnishings and antiques, and artwork a beautiful setting for family gatherings. With a western exposure, enjoy beautiful sunsets from the spacious patio, dock, or lakeside gazebo.

At the end of the laneway, you'll be greeted with a picturesque view of the lake and the first views of the cottage. Upon entering, you'll be treated with 12 foot ceilings, large floor to ceiling windows, and a sitting room with a two-sided wood-burning fireplace, perfect for reading a book or enjoying a family game night. Connected to the family room is a state of the art kitchen designed with the home chef in mind, featuring granite countertops, a 36 inch fridge and accompanying bar fridge, a Miele induction cooktop and convection oven, professional coffee maker, a 60 square foot island and other myriad appliances that are ready for anything. Just off the kitchen is a door to the patio where you will find an expansive wrap-around deck, including a full size dinner table, barbeque, and plenty of outdoor seating. Overlooking the deck, you will find the loft, a billiards and recreational room that has that old-fashioned feel. Fully adorned in deep cherry wood, the billiards room includes its own fridge, and microwave, perfect for a mid-game snack or drink, as well as a powder room and a 65 inch TV.

The blinds on the living room, family room and billiard room are child friendly automatic shades. On the wall entering both rooms you will find the controls to selectively open each or all shades as well as the option to close the blinds but still allow visibility outside.

Going downstairs, you will find two additional sitting areas, separated by a two-sided gas fireplace, which also has a 60 inch TV and plenty of seating, perfect for a movie night. Connected to the downstairs family area is a comfortable Muskoka Room, which faces a patio with a firepit, and a small exercise room featuring a yoga matt and a rowing machine for those stormy days when you can't do it outside.

The yard is level to the lake which makes reaching the sandy beach an easy trek for young and old alike, and a great space for outdoor games. The lake is shallow and warm, perfect for wading or paddling and remains warm into September.

There are two paddle boards and two kayaks with adult life preservers at the waterfront.

At night, you have the option to retire to one of five bedrooms, but we recommend taking the op. There is an upstairs and a downstairs master bedroom, both of which have lake views and large ensuite bathrooms, including full sized showers and bath tubs. There is also a third bedroom with an ensuite facing the driveway and forest. The downstairs ensuite features a steam shower for somebody looking for a change of pace. In addition to the ensuites, there are two quiet bedrooms, one upstairs and one downstairs, that are perfect for kids. There is a small powder room on the main floor and a spacious bathroom with a shower and double sink downstairs.

In addition to the above, the cottage also features modern amenities, including highspeed Starlink internet and air conditioning. The property is accessible and enjoyable all year, with every season offering its own splendid views and activities.

Smoking is not permitted inside. Pets are welcome, but we would appreciate if they were toweled up before coming inside (there are old beach towels available that can be used for that purpose). Linens are provided.

There is a grocery store five minutes down the lane, but we recommend visiting nearby Huntsville during your stay. It boasts name brand grocery stores, lovely restaurants, and charming boutique shops. There are also plenty of other nearby attractions including Arrowhead Provincial Park, TreeTop Trekking, Muskoka Heritage Place, the Algonquin Theatre, Huntsville Festival of the Arts, the Screaming Heads North of Muskoka sculptures, and lovely golf courses, including Deerhurst Highlands and Huntsville Downs.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Kayak on site

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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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
1 total pets

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
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Novar, ON

What's nearby

  • Arrowhead Provincial Park - 15 min drive
  • Huntsville Civic Center Algonquin Theater - 20 min drive
  • Deerhurst Lakeside Golf Course - 25 min drive
  • Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area - 26 min drive
  • Deerhurst Highlands Golf Course - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Foodland - Novar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪2 Jacks - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Spicoli's pizza and pasta - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright, beautifully renovated lake-front cottage just north of Huntsville. pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Bright, beautifully renovated lake-front cottage just north of Huntsville.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright, beautifully renovated lake-front cottage just north of Huntsville.?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Bright, beautifully renovated lake-front cottage just north of Huntsville. located?

Situated in Perry, this cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Arrowhead Provincial Park, Palette Lake, and Ripple Lake. Waseosa Lake and Big East River Provincial Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Liviu F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place
Beautiful new cottage with an excellent view to the lake. Everything was perfect, thank you David!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda M., Toronto, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

sean i.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a gem
The long private driveway lead to a fantastic home. Entering the home, we were greeted with an immaculately kept home. The grounds were huge and well kept. Our dog really enjoyed themselves. The real prize was the bathrooms. Insane. We had a couple of issues that could be chalked up to bad luck. Everyone was very helpful, from the host to neighbours who knew the property will. Pro tips for anyone visiting the property; the taps turn on by pushing it toward the spigot. 😀 Also, the lake is great for swimming. Mostly Sandy bottom, gentle slope to depth. Not much in the way of fish.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Retreat
David's cottage is even nice than the pictures you see online. It is a spacious and luxurious vacation home situated on a calm and quiet lake just north of Huntsville. The fixtures and finishes in the home are all top notch with great attention to detail throughout. Definitely hoping to book a return trip in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024