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Beautiful Muskoka Waterfront Cottage - Moon River Bala

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Smart TV, fireplace, foosball, table tennis
Outdoor dining
4 bedrooms, desk, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, foosball, table tennis
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bala, ON
  • Popular LocationBala's Museum2 min walk
  • Popular LocationMuskoka Lakes Winery8 min drive
  • Popular LocationTorrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve14 min drive
  • AirportParry Sound, ON (YPD-Parry Sound Area Municipal)31 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

The cottage was as advertised. It was clean, spacious, well stocked and the location was perfect. We had a great weekend...
Anne D.
Oct. 6, 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.

Beautiful Muskoka Waterfront Cottage - Moon River Bala

Our newly renovated 2000 sq ft, 4 bedroom cottage resides on the historic Moon River in the heart of Bala! Walking distance to the famous Bala Falls & Kee To Bala, LCBO & Beer Store, Don's Bakery, Bala Falls Pub, Bala Freshmart grocery & several more. We have a public boat launch located literally right beside our property as well as Bala Cove Marina for boat & equipment rentals.

Located just 1.5 hours from Toronto, rest and relaxation awaits you at our beautiful waterfront property.

Property manager

Jim Hamidi

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Ski-in/ski-out access

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Billiards/pool table on site
  • Foosball table on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Ski-in/ski-out access on site
  • Table tennis on site

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)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

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
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
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

Beautiful Muskoka Waterfront Cottage - Moon River Bala Cottage

About the area

Bala

Located in Muskoka Lakes, this cottage is on the waterfront. Santa's Village is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Muskoka and Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve.
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What's nearby

  • Bala's Museum - 2 min walk
  • Muskoka Lakes Winery - 8 min drive
  • Hardy Lake Provincial Park - 8 min drive
  • Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve - 14 min drive
  • Lake Joseph Golf Club - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Gravenhurst Station - 25 min drive
  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Clear Lake Brewing Co - 6 min drive
  • Don's Bakery - 4 min walk
  • Ice Dreams Soda Shop - 3 min walk
  • Kee to Bala - 9 min walk
  • Cottage Cravings - 6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Muskoka Waterfront Cottage - Moon River Bala pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Muskoka Waterfront Cottage - Moon River Bala?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Muskoka Waterfront Cottage - Moon River Bala?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Muskoka Waterfront Cottage - Moon River Bala located?

This family-friendly Muskoka Lakes cottage is located on the waterfront, just steps from Lake Muskoka and Bala's Museum. Muskoka Lakes Winery and Hardy Lake Provincial Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews" "
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8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Cottage
The cottage was as advertised. It was clean, spacious, well stocked and the location was perfect. We had a great weekend, enjoyed all the amenities and loved that it was close / walking distance to everything Bala has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sandra W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Very disappointing stay
This was our worst rental experience in Canada. On the day of check in we had no check in instructions and had to liaise with VRBO to agree a back up plan incase we could not access the property. Once arrived we discovered that the property was dirty and badly equipped - not even enough knives and forks. We spent half of our 6 day trip sorting out problems at the property including rectifying cleaning and basic kitchen equipment and a defective pedlow that took in water (it almost sank with our children in it) and a key pad that would not lock or unlock half the time. We never saw the host despite the issues we faced and the support for us was begrudging at best. We spent a lot of money to stay in a poorly equipped unclean property. Other things to note is that the property is close to a busy road so you have a view of lines of cars from the deck. Also there is a train line very close by and you are woken by train sirens in the middle of the night every night. For what we paid this rental was a complete rip off.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

pina A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation property
We stayed from July 21-28, 2022. We were 2 families including my daughter and 2 small children who loved it there. They woke up and went right to the water every day. The rooms are all very spacious. The configuration of the bedrooms was great especially for families with small children. The entire process was very easy. The pictures posted are exactly what you get. Everything is in walking distance, food shopping, LCBO, Ice Cream, Pizza, Cafes, and beach. Would definitely recommend this place and we are looking to book next year
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient location & great host
Nicely remodelled cottage, right on Moon River, steps from all that Bala has to offer in restaurants an shops. Has all the wants and needs for a family and Najim was very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tapas B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Welcoming and Comfortable on Charming Moon River!
A wonderful cottage experience in a very charming area. We felt so welcome and comfortable. The cottage was very cozy and very spacious. It really had a warmth and charm. The water was fabulous and the kids had so much fun catching frogs, watching ducks, loons, turtles, Dragonflies and most especially the adorable chipmunks. We swam, kayaked, hiked and swung in the gorgeous swing every day. We explored the charming town of Bala and the beautiful falls and had such a great time as a family. Nazim was a wonderful host and our stay at his lovely cottage was exceptional. The cottage has all the amenities we needed and more. We felt as if we were at home. I would highly recommend this lovely cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Frank W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent cottage for family vacation
The cottage was very clean and spacious. The kitchen was well stocked except needs more knives. The beach is shallow and sandy and then weedy, rocks and then deep. The kayaks were great and there was lots of life jackets. The kids loved the lily pad. The boat launch next door was not very busy and provided entertainment talking to the locals.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

behrang80ca

Liked: Cleanliness
August vacation
Nice place, excellent location. We enjoyed our stay with the family
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice summer get-away
The property is spacious and clean. The cottage does not have air conditioning, but there are fans in all the rooms and we were very comfortable at night. The property owner was very responsive when we had questions. The small beach and dock area are great for kids, as the water is very shallow and there is nice sand in that area. The river is very calm and nice for kayaking. Because the cottage is in Bala, it does not have the same secluded feel as some Muskoka cottages, but it is nice to have groceries and food options within walking distance. Overall a very nice stay.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2021