Title: Family Cottage on Balsam Lake - 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 # Family Cottage on Balsam Lake Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Family Cottage on Balsam Lake ![Property grounds - Family Cottage on Balsam Lake (Kirkfield)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107670000/107667800/107667770/9058269f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Family Cottage on Balsam Lake (Kirkfield)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107670000/107667800/107667770/7ce2fa1c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Family Cottage on Balsam Lake (Kirkfield)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107670000/107667800/107667770/e81a91e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Family Cottage on Balsam Lake (Kirkfield)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107670000/107667800/107667770/02e2fae1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Family Cottage on Balsam Lake (Kirkfield)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107670000/107667800/107667770/93f0d012.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At Family Cottage on Balsam Lake, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and a playground. Active travelers can enjoy boating at this cottage. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Family Cottage on Balsam Lake Peaceful and relaxing waterfront cottage on Bálsam Lake, to enjoy with your family and friends; The Lake has cristal clear water, the shore line has lime stone bottom, weed free. The cottage is on a private road with hedge trees, on the sides, for privacy. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### 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. - 3 accessible parking spaces - Handrails in stairways (36 inches high) - No elevator - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - 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 - Boat - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120260000/120251400/120251331/23fffa29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Retreat On The Lake Kawartha Lakes - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=120251331&PinnedHotelID=120251331&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107910000/107900700/107900700/cb7b59d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Little Red Cottage - Ideal for long stays! 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Front door need to pull out a bit to get it locked. Turn off both AC units, lights, fans. and all appliances; close all faucets. Leave stove and oven off. Pedal boat, leave it close to the deck sideways. Place garbage bags inside the blue barrel Located outside by the road Place recycle on top of the blue barrel. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules No smoking allowed, including electronic, weeds. Keep inside of the property limits, and away from the neighbours property. Keep Outside music low. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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 Long-term renters welcome 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.59561%2C-78.86303&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=G0CrUWmgkjqtbLPOQ5OZcsMyH9k=) Kirkfield, ON #### What's nearby - Balsam Lake \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - Shadow Lake \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - Sturgeon Lake \- 33 min drive \- 39.8 km - Fenelon Falls \- 33 min drive \- 39.8 km - Casino Rama \- 56 min drive \- 68.7 km #### Getting around - Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 69 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬18 min drive - ‪Gulls Nest Restaurant - ‬19 min drive - ‪The Rusty Nail - ‬14 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬18 min drive - ‪Coby Fish and Chips - ‬18 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Family Cottage on Balsam Lake pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Family Cottage on Balsam Lake? ### What time is check-out at Family Cottage on Balsam Lake? ### Where is Family Cottage on Balsam Lake located? ## Have a question? 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