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Nature's Cottage Washago - Beautiful Private Waterfront property with Hot Tub

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Interior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Nature's Cottage Washago - Beautiful Private Waterfront property with Hot Tub

Welcome to Nature's Cottage Washago. This beautiful waterfront property is a one of a kind.

Spend time with family or friends in this beautiful spacious 2,400 sq ft cottage with 100 feet of Waterfront located minutes from the Beautiful Muskoka's on The Green River. Enjoy amazing fishing on the dock in the backyard and catch fish that are coming in from Lake Couchiching and Lake Simcoe. Or do all of the above while "working from home" by accessing our reliable High Speed internet so you can work during the day and enjoy the beautiful trails, hiking and everything else Washago has to offer. Why work from home when you can work from "Nature's Cottage"?

Beautiful firepit in back yard 15 feet from the water. Relax after a day in the sun. Sit around a beautiful campfire and enjoy the sounds of Nature.

55" Smart TV also available if if you want a break from Nature. Access your Netflix account or Disney Plus as well as other free channels available on the Smart TV.

Kreurig Machine on site.

Bedroom 1 - Upstairs ensuite with King Size bed, full bath, walkout balcony with seats to overlook the water from the second you wake up.

Bedroom 2 - Upstairs Queen bed with closet.

Bedroom 3 - Main Floor x 2 Queen beds

Guests will have full and exclusive use of the entire main home as well as the front and backyard as well as own PRIVATE ACCESS to the stunning waterfront property on Green River.

House Rules
No smoking
No parties or events
Check in is anytime after 4PM
Check out at 11am

Property manager

George Karaolis

Languages

English, Greek, Portuguese

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services
  • Books

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking inside. $500 penalty for cleaning

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2400 sq ft (223 sq m)

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Check-in

Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Must comply with Canine Control Bylaw 2005.76

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: Short Term Rental bylaw only allows a maximum of 8
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 is also known as

Cottage

About the neighborhood

Map
Washago, ON

What's nearby

  • Lake Couchiching - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Casino Rama - 16 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Muskoka Wharf - 23 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Sparrow Lake - 28 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve - 36 min drive - 35.1 km

Getting around

  • Washago Station - 5 min drive
  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Webers Charcoal Barbecued Hamburgers - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Bayview-Wildwood Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Tailwinds Bar and Grill - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Silver Pines - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nature's Cottage Washago - Beautiful Private Waterfront property with Hot Tub pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-out at Nature's Cottage Washago - Beautiful Private Waterfront property with Hot Tub?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nature's Cottage Washago - Beautiful Private Waterfront property with Hot Tub located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ramara cottage is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Lake Couchiching and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Washago Centennial Park. Casino Rama and Chippewas of Rama First Nation Public Library are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Nature's Cottage Washago - Beautiful Private Waterfront property with Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bliss
Loved everthing about this property. Sitting on the dock with my first coffee of the day waiting for the resident muskrat to swim by; doing morning qi gong in full view of the brilliant fall colours; canoeing down the river to the old mill and dam; bundling up with a glass of wine on the deck; enjoying our evening meal by candlelight in the screened in porch........
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage Weekend
Great time at George's place, and super close to Rama!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful stay
Quiet and peaceful
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Alexandra A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property but…
3/5 stars. The property and river front is absolutely gorgeous with fun water activities (kayak, canoe, paddle boats, tanning deck, fire pit). The water was great for swimming and there were shockingly no bugs at night. Inside the cottage was also decently equipped and didn’t run into any issues beside bad water drainage in the shower and sinks. Unfortunately though, the owner has noise detectors (‘minut’) inside and outside the home so any sound detection above a certain decibel will trigger the sound detector and send you harassing/threatening text messages, emails, VRBO notifications and calls. The neighbours were constantly complaining to the owner about any noise, even starting the complaints before 9pm…however noting that the bylaw dictates no noise only after 11pm. Unfortunately these constant calls, text, emails, calls and VRBO notifications put a bit of a damper on the evening mood since I felt like I couldn’t even have a loud and engaging conversation without setting off the device and getting threatened to have OPP raid the cottage for chatting with my family. *I don’t suggest booking this cottage if you have loud kids or enjoy music or are a loud talker*
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nature’s Cottage is an A++
George was very good at quickly answering any questions we had before and during our stay. Property is spacious and provides a quiet, tranquil getaway with access to canoes and kayaks, or Muskoka chairs on the dock if you want to enjoy nature.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
This was such a great place for a mini family getaway! I am originally from the area (but live in the US now) and I rent a cottage on the water every summer so I can visit friends and family. This cottage was by far the best one yet! The layout, the amenities, the river, the hot tub, the communication with the property manager…. Everything was excellent! I will definitely be back next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

lina P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would go again
Great place! Everything you need in the house and outside . Will book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeds Expectations
This property was awesome in every way! It was so nice we didn't want to leave for the ski lodge. The swans, ducks, and geese were an added bonus. George, the property owner/manager was very accomodating and you could tell he sincerely wanted us to enjoy our stay. He was very responsive and the home is equipped with everything one needs. Daniel Henry, Canton, Georgia
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family spou
We stayed at the cottage as our home.base for skiing at Mt St Loise. It was the perfect spot and had everything we needed. Communication was quick and clear. Thanks for the stay. Dan Mantler.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend away
The cottage was perfect, big and comfy enough for all 6 of us and two dogs. The property was great, and if we had better weather we would've enjoyed it way more. We'd love to come back again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Host & Property
Super enjoyable, and George was awesome. Big fan of the screened in gazebo/outdoor living room on the back deck.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yasir N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best cottage vacation
This cottage check off all the things for a fun filled little vacation. We went friends and young kids. The location is less than 2 hours from Toronto. George was a great host. Always replied instantly. Accommodated a few of our requests which made our stay even more enjoyable. The cottage itself was clean and in line with the pictures. Everyone just stayed outdoors in the backyard, on the deck, at the beachy area (this is pretty much the only cottage that had sand where you could just walk off into the water), having fun with canoes and kayaks (all provided) and the large gazebo on the deck. We did not feel the need to explore any surrounding trails, parks etc. The cottage has everything that you need including large driveway/parking, living room, dining room, bed rooms, mud room, accessible garage, backyard, firepit, lower deck with gas drill, upper deck with gazebo, beach, deck, canoes (life jackets). It was a perfect cottage vacation. Will definitely return and highly likely go to other locations with George.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet C., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a great , private property , that permitted pets . The dogs had a ball !
The area is very quiet & private . The neighbours in the area were friendly . It c have been so quiet , as the kids are back in school . But we r retired . So the area suited us perfectly .
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael S., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
This property came as advertised. Was very relaxing sitting on the dock, sitting by the fire and deck. They had comfortable beds and all extras that anyone would need for a vacay. We will defnitely stay there again. Highly recomended!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome...
The Cottage has fantastic views, the fall there is impressive, and my puppy became a man. He drank my chocolate martini. Note to self don't put your martini on the floor. Anyhow he's okay. I think I'll Come back next year. The bedrooms were huge, and the beds were comfortable. And we got wine for not finding the very visible towels—everything in the kitchen you could need to cook. It was fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Winslie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you need for a quick vacation
staying at this cottage was the best decision we made, the house was fully stocked with everything you need and very spacious. It was clean and quiet, which was perfect for a nice vacation. Another bonus is that its pet friendly, my dog really loved it there too. Communication with the owner was fast and easy, he was very nice. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a nice get away as it is only around 2 hours away from Toronto.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sophia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
An absolutely incredible vacation stay
I had an amazing experience renting this property. The rooms were spacious, there was enough space to accommodate a family of 5 comfortably, the views were absolutely incredible, and the overall experience was just magnificent. The host recommended Scoopz ice cream shop which we had to visit and my group absolutely enjoyed every bite of the ice cream. In the mornings, we walked down to the dock with a cup of coffee, fresh air and it was truly a relaxing experience. The host was easily accessible and the house rules were very clear and detailed. It was very much appreciated. We definitely plan to make this our family vacation spot for future summers. Once again, we thoroughly enjoyed staying at this rental property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather T., Newmarket, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
If you like the photos, just wait until you see the place in person!
George is a fantastic host! Great communication, everything we needed was easily found or stocked. He was in touch with us as needed and everything went exceptionally smooth. We've never used a service like VRBO before and we didn't know what to expect in general. The whole experience was truly great! For once in our life the pictures didn't do the cottage justice! Once you arrive here you'll be more than impressed, as the cottage is far better than the pictures represent! We anticipated a lovely place based on the photos, but we were MORE than surprised!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C., Brampton

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly Recommend!
As first time cottage renters, this was a great experience and would definitely love to return to Nature’s Cottage! The pictures did not lie; what we saw in the advertisement is what we got. Really loved how clean the place was - that was very important for us. Don’t really have anything negative to say (except that we wish we would have booked during the warmer weather) … Everything was great - from reserving to check in to check out. Special shout out to the responsive host!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynn F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great way to spend a week with our family
Really nice venue. Clean and spacious which was required for our adult children and spouses . Spent a lot of time on the dock which is fabulous. Great property We we’re really happy with our choice for this cottage.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Doug W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun on the River.
George's Nature's Cottage is a real find. It is well appointed, clean as a whistle and in a great location. George provides many personal touches like fresh flowers and luxury hotel style amenities. The AC comes in handy on hot muggy days and all rooms are spacious and well suited for adults and children alike. There is great swimming off a beautiful new dock and sandy beach, and even a covered fire pit with lots of fire wood. We had lots of fun in the canoes, row boat and kayak provided. For those who like to play bocce or catch, there's plenty of lawn space. There are several decks or sit out areas and even a balcony off the master bedroom. George is a terrific host and always available when needed. Our family looks forward to returning soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amit R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best family vacation.
The nature's cottege is the ideal location for a family who seeks pure comfort, fun and pleasure! It is fully equipped and well maintained. Lots of activities arround if you're into hiking, canoeing, cycling. We stayed mostly at the private water front with the luxurious deck. The host, George Karaolis was welcoming, accessible and provided useful advises for our stay. We will certainly consider returning to this heavenly cottage.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Drew R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation
We had a very pleasant vacation at this property. Checking in was very easy and the place was spotless. The cottage was well stocked with the essentials. There was a nice care package. The outdoor setting was clean and inviting. The waterfront, dock and firepit were all excellent. Other than the kayak paddle needing to be replaced, all of the canoe/kayak gear was great. The landlord responded quickly to a washing machine needing replacing from the previous week. He arranged this quickly and was quite friendly. All-in-all we were quite comfortable and happy with our stay and would definitely recommend this rental. Of note, the river itself is great for paddling!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
Property, location and owner responsiveness al excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Camilla N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice lake view cottage
My family booked the cottage on June 23-25. We love the cottage, it’s clean and spacious. George was an excellent host. He responded to our queries quickly. He even gave us a surprised welcome gift. Thank you George. Our stay was so much fun. Waking up looking at at the lake was amazing. The lake was very calm and peaceful. You should tried Canoeing and kayaking in the morning or evening. Thanks again George for a great 2 nights .We will book again and refer to friends your cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021