Title: Waterfront Classic Family Cottage in Huntsville, Muskoka - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Waterfront Classic Family Cottage in Huntsville, Muskoka Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Waterfront Classic Family Cottage in Huntsville, Muskoka ![Property grounds - Waterfront Classic Family Cottage in Huntsville, Muskoka (Huntsville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74550000/74544900/74544808/667bb3df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Waterfront Classic Family Cottage in Huntsville, Muskoka (Huntsville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74550000/74544900/74544808/6f914727.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Waterfront Classic Family Cottage in Huntsville, Muskoka (Huntsville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74550000/74544900/74544808/49423f7c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo - Waterfront Classic Family Cottage in Huntsville, Muskoka (Huntsville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74550000/74544900/74544808/8eca0521.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Waterfront Classic Family Cottage in Huntsville, Muskoka (Huntsville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74550000/74544900/74544808/634a7fb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Huntsville, ON, this classic Muskoka cottage on Fairy Lake offers a tranquil retreat for families and friends. Enjoy shallow sandy waterfront, kayak and water toys, a private dock with northern exposure for sunshine-filled days and picturesque sunsets. With modern conveniences like high-speed wireless Internet and Smart TV alongside rustic charm from its 1930's origins. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 101800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Waterfront Classic Family Cottage in Huntsville, Muskoka HIGHLIGHTS! 🏡: In the heart of Huntsville, ON while offering complete privacy 👫: Sleeps up to 10 people 🛏️: 6 bedrooms, 6 beds 🍳: Large family-sized kitchen 🐶: Well-behaved dogs are welcome 🌲: On 3+ acres with private dock, which offers a northern exposure for near-full day sunshine and stunning sunsets 🏊‍♀️: Shallow sandy waterfront, great for kids 🛶: Kayak and water toys 🚗: Lots of parking 🔥: Outdoor firepit, indoor wood burning stove, propane BBQ 💻: High speed wireless Internet and Smart TV 🚤: Marina directly across the lake 🏸: Badminton set and lawn games 🎲: Board games and puzzles ⛳️: Renowned golf courses within a quick drive Spend your summer in a place that's fit for the history books... and featured in a few! Centrally located 10 minutes from downtown Huntsville, ON, this classic Muskoka cottage on the south side of Fairy Lake was built in the early 1930's and sleeps up to 10 people in 6 bedrooms. It's an ideal family cottage situated at the end of a private lane on 3.25 acres with a dock and shallow waterfront. Enjoy many modern conveniences while basking in the rustic charm of this near-century old property! Upon entering through an original antique front door, you’ll find an open concept living and dining room that spans the entire width of the cottage. The living room includes a sofa, individual chairs, a wood-burning stove, a variety of games, and a television (allowing for streaming services over Wi-Fi). A long wooden dining room table can accommodate up to 12 people for meals, and the screened-in porch can be accessed both from a “dutch door” in the dining room as well as the front porch entryway. On the other side of the dining room is a door to the expansive kitchen, which then leads out to the back deck and BBQ area. One of the six bedrooms (with a queen bed) is located on the main floor off the living room to the left of the staircase. On the second floor, there are five bedrooms (from right to left: 1 double bed, 1 double bed, 1 single bed, 1 single bed, 1 double bed) as well as the bathroom. The bathroom features a new toilet, new vanity and sink, tub with shower, and cupboards for storage. The property can accommodate parking for up to 4 vehicles in between the trees in the non-grassy area. Across from the parking and closer to the lake, you’ll find a stone firepit on the large lawn to enjoy summer evenings. Please abide by local fire rules and regulations during your stay as most times, daytime burning is prohibited. To the left of the cottage when looking out at the lake is a plateau where outdoor lawn games can be played. Above the plateau and behind the back deck with BBQ is a clothes line for drying any hand washing (there are also two main laundromats in town), and up the path from the clothes line is an outhouse to supplement the indoor bathroom. Located at the end of a quiet bay, the water is quite shallow around our private dock, about knee-to-waist high on an average adult during the summer season. The lake bottom is mostly sandy. Please note, access to the pictured boathouse is not included in the rental, however, Muskoka chairs as well as storage bins with water toys and life jackets are provided for use. Fairy Lake is one of four major lakes in the Huntsville area. It is connected to Lakes Vernon and Peninsula via canal systems, and Mary Lake through a canal system with locks. Renters may dock up to one motorized watercraft at the dock during their rental period at their discretion. Boat launches are available on Brunel Road or at the marina across the lake on Highway 60\. Guests are required to bring their own bedding, linens, and towels – these items are not provided. Between renters, the cottage is thoroughly cleaned and all hand/dish towels are washed. The cottage driveway is monitored 24/7 for the protection of our property and guests. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Work spaces - Desk ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,800 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, printers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112980000/112974100/112974082/6d4f3e3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Cottage Retreat in Huntsville, Muskoka Huntsville - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-03&selected=112974082&PinnedHotelID=112974082&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106820000/106819500/106819454/2e442175.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bright, beautifully renovated lake-front cottage just north of Huntsville. 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Our neighbours are our friends and we want to ensure they enjoy their cottage time too. Absolutely no campers/RV's/tents allowed on the property. The max number of guests is 10, based on the total number of beds available in the cottage. We are on a septic system. All guests must follow the water usage rules provided. Failure to do so may result in the well drying up and water issues. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Note from host: Pet details to be confirmed ahead of booking ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=45.315056,-79.17936&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:enrsG%7EugbN%3FW%3FS%3FW%40S%40W%3FU%40U%40U%40UBU%40UBUBU%40UBUBSDUBUDSBUDSDUDSDSDSDSFSFSDSFSFSFQHQFSFQHQHQFQHOHQHQHOJOHOJOHOJOJMJMJOHMLMJMJKLKJMLKJMLILKLILKJILILGNILGLILGNGLENGLELENENELENENALENCNANCNALANANAN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%40L%40N%40NBN%40NBLDN%40NDLDNDLDNDLDNFLDLFNFLHLFLHNFLHJHLJLHLJLHJLLJJLLJJJJLLLHLJNJLJLJNHNJNHNJNHNHPHPHNFPHRHNFRFPHPFPFRFRDRFRDRFRDRDRDRDTDRBTDRBTDTBR%40TBTBTBT%40T%40TBT%40T%40T%3FT%40V%3FR%40V%3FR%3FV%3FT%3FTAT%3FTAV%3FTATATCTATATCTCRCVARCTETCRETCTERERERETERGRERGRERGRGPGRIPGPGRINIPGRINIPIPINKNINKNINKNKLKLKNILMJKLKLMJKLMJKJMJMJMHMHKJMFOHMHMFMHOFMDMFOFMDODMDODMBOFO%40MBODO%40OBO%3FMBO%40O%3FO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FMAO%3FO%3FOAMCO%3FOCOAOEMCOAOGMCOEOEMEMEOGMGOEMGMIMGOIMIMGKKMIMIMKMKKKMKKMMKKMKMMKIMKOKMKMKOIOKOIOKOIOIQIQIOGSIOIQGQGSIQGSGQGSESGSGSESESEUESESESCUEUCSEUCUCSAWCSCUAUCUAUAUAU%3FUAWAU%3FU%3FU%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YU8vcQ66WeUdieT0A104XKduCVk=) Huntsville, ON #### What's nearby - Muskoka Heritage Place \- 10 min drive \- 7.0 km - Huntsville Civic Center Algonquin Theater \- 12 min drive \- 8.0 km - Lions Lookout \- 12 min drive \- 8.0 km - Deerhurst Lakeside Golf Course \- 17 min drive \- 10.9 km - Arrowhead Provincial Park \- 17 min drive \- 15.6 km #### Getting around - Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 48 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen - ‬14 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬13 min drive - ‪Firehouse Subs - ‬14 min drive - ‪Kawartha Dairy - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Waterfront Classic Family Cottage in Huntsville, Muskoka pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Waterfront Classic Family Cottage in Huntsville, Muskoka? ### What time is check-out at Waterfront Classic Family Cottage in Huntsville, Muskoka? ### Where is Waterfront Classic Family Cottage in Huntsville, Muskoka located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Waterfront Classic Family Cottage in Huntsville, Muskoka Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 12 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Calvin P. Sep 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful property and exceptional hosts! ##### Calvin P. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Noah P. Jul 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### An excellent cottage We loved our stay at Methven Cottage. The property is beautiful and stacked with stuff to do everything you could want to do on a wonderful vacation. While it did get very uncomfortable due to the heat, that is to be expected in an older property without air conditioning. The owners were also very accomodating and even sent up a plumber to deal with out kitchen sink problem. They were incredibly helpful to our joyous experience. ##### Noah P. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer P. Aug 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely property and perfect location Fairy Lake is amazing! This lake is shallow and warm with a sandy bottom. It's perfect for kids and anyone who doesn't love the cold water.Methven cottage has an amazing rustic vibe that we enjoyed. The screened-in veranda was perfect. The cottage has small fans in every room, so no trouble sleeping. My only recommendation would be to consider providing linens and towels, as most properties at this price point often do. The kitchen needs a deep clean and stocking up of essentials like paper towels, foil, etc but other that that we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. ##### Jennifer P. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anita S. Aug 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family getaway Beautiful rustic cottage on a quiet lake with spectacular sunsets! Hosts are very responsive and helpful. Kitchen is well equipped. Wifi is excellent. No air conditioning so if the weather is really hot/humid and if the nights don’t cool off, it might get stuffy upstairs. Lots of windows to open and fans provided in every room. Suggest bringing your own pillows. We had great weather and slept comfortably! In addition to being at the dock, the front porch and yard provide relaxing spaces for people to enjoy being outdoors. Our group of 10 had a great time staying here! Thank you for sharing this lovely cottage with us! ##### Anita S. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise J. Jul 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Idyllic Home Away From Home Beautiful property tucked away on a very quiet and peaceful lake. Kitchen stocked with all the supplies you need to cook at home. We greatly appreciated the kayak and all the board games which made of a very fun stay! The cottage is rustic, spacious and cozy; perfect for your family or friends getaway! ##### Denise J. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roxy N. Aug 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible stay! What a week! We had the best stay at Methven cottage. A big group of us said goodbye to summer there and it was everything we dreamed of. Sarah and Matt are super friendly and communicative and the cottage is a Canadian summer dream! Can’t recommend enough! We’ll probably be back next year! ##### Roxy N. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathie G., Greensville Ontario Canada Jul 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cottage in its natural environment Cottaging in the area as a child made it important to me to be in a natural area unspoiled by the major developments in the Huntsville area-cottage was not only spacious enough for our children and grandchildren but also charming -featuring all the amenities we needed -great BBQ area and waterfront and hosts were always available to chat and we had all the cottage info in a binder as well -enjoyed puzzles games and meals around a large table that could accommodate us all -beautiful century cottage ##### Cathie G. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charlie S., Waterloo, Canada Aug 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful spot for the whole family! We came to Methven as a family to celebrate my parents 50th wedding anniversary. It was the perfect spot. We felt like we were brought back in time in the cozy, cottagey vibe and everyone enjoyed themselves. The property is lovely, the swimming is perfect for people of all ages, the lake is serene and the cottage is set up perfectly. We loved the fireplace, and the outdoor screened in area. We played board games and cards at the big harvest table, and slept so well with the windows open to the fresh air! The proximity to Huntsville made it easy to get provisions, and go out for meal. The hosts were so responsive and helpful. We are so happy we visited. ##### Charlie S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jordan S. Sep 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great getaway for family and friends! A memorable and intimate getaway! The location is absolutely perfect – right on the water, yet just a short drive from downtown Huntsville. But honestly, once we settled in, we didn’t feel the need to go out much. The rustic charm of the cottage made it easy to fully relax and focus on, well, each other. It was spacious enough to easily accommodate 10 guys. Whether it was enjoying the serene mornings on the deck, or those quieter, more intimate nights by the fire, the atmosphere made it feel like our own little world. The bedrooms were cozy and we really appreciated the comfort they provided. The secluded nature of the property meant we could fully immerse ourselves in every moment together without interruption. The road on the way in is a tight fit, and can be a little hairy in certain spots, so take it slow. ##### Jordan S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike S. Jul 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Family Vacation! I can't say enough about this rental property. We had six adults and four children stay for three nights, and we had plenty of room to sleep, eat and play. The character and history of the cottage made our stay extra special, and it was well stocked in all the necessities. Despite being only 10-15 minutes from downtown Huntsville, the cottage felt secluded, as if we had our own private sanctuary in cottage country. More than anything else though, the cottage had everything we needed for our family vacation, and there were no surprises. That is due in large part to the clear and ongoing communication with the owners (Sarah & Matt) before, during and after our stay. They were always available to answer any questions we had, and we always knew we would get a timely response. My only hesitation in writing this review of the Methven cottage is that more people will be interested in booking it in the future and we might not get our preferred dates again:) Until then though, we are already planning our future stay, and feel fortunate to have found our perfect spot going forward! Mike ##### Mike S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy S. Aug 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Methven Cottage Staying at Methven Cottage is as good as classic family cottages get! From your trip down the winding forest road to the end of the wide historic dock, this cottage welcomes you to put your feet up, take in the beautiful views of Fairy Lake and relax. The water is shallow and has a sandy bottom making it excellent for swimming and paddling. In the cottage, we were greeted with fresh flowers on the table, historic photos and wide open windows. There was also a beautiful farmer’s sink that made clean up easy. In the morning we enjoyed hunting through the pantry for special coffee mugs to enjoy on the dock and watch the sunrise. There might even have been a few loons but, some secrets are better left unsaid. The beds were comfy and the screened in porch had a unique door that connected to the kitchen making it easy to go back and forth. Several jugs of water were left for our use and a full tank of propane for the barbecue . Huntsville was also just a short drive away and has excellent restaurants, ice cream and golf. The hosts were incredibly kind and generous . This is a rare opportunity to experience a historic Canadian getaway and we were so grateful for our stay. You will not be disappointed. ##### Kathy S. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### D'Arcy O. Aug 15, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### May the Force Be With You... Locating this cottage in a galaxy not too far away. There is nothing more Canadian than staying at the Methven Cottage, a place that boasts a storied history on Fairy Lake. If you prefer geometric boxes with straight lines, nouveau furniture and modern décor this venue is not for you. However, if you're into familied history, tradition, rustic pine, creaking floors and secret doors, French windows, country porches, nooks and crannies, crackling fires, attention to deal and ultimate privacy - welcome to the Methven Cottage! And let's not forget about "the Jinx"!!! I can't say enough about my experience, and from the minute I arrived I began planning my warp speed return. There was also a nice surprise upon arrival. The location on the lake is spectacular, without any rocks or weeds and a very easy entry into the water. More than enough room to park a larger vessel too. The owners are great communicators, and have been a pleasure to deal with - no nonsense. Huntsville has everything you need, and only a short 10 minute drive away. The marine is fantastic as well if you plan on renting, and the cottage is directly across the lake. Cheers, D'O' ##### D'Arcy O. 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