Title: 8 bed 7 bath renovated cottage on South Lake Joseph! Shallow, sandy walk in! - 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 # 8 bed 7 bath renovated cottage on South Lake Joseph! Shallow, sandy walk in! Cottage in Muskoka Lakes ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99510000/99505100/99505035/644d2f8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![8 bedrooms, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99510000/99505100/99505035/8e534d8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99510000/99505100/99505035/af46cf25.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99510000/99505100/99505035/0270d890.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99510000/99505100/99505035/be069203.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Minutes from Port Carling, HART'S CONTENT offers a serene lakeside retreat. Enjoy the beautiful hard sand walk-in shallow entry and multiple seating areas on the long dock. Take in sunset views or cozy up by the firepit with comfortable outdoor furniture and Muskoka chairs. ### Entire home 8 bedrooms7 bathrooms6000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### 8 bed 7 bath renovated cottage on South Lake Joseph! Shallow, sandy walk in! HART'S CONTENT AREA This property is ideally located minutes to Port Carling on a very accessible road in all seasons. Shopping, dining, golf and all amenities just a stone's throw away. Boat the Big 3 Muskoka Lakes (Joe, Rosseau and Muskoka) from this fabulous south Lake Joseph location. PROPERTY HART'S CONTENT - Make your way along the winding drive in among a large grassy, treed area . Arrive to a parking area with room for 4-5 vehicles and 2 car garage with living accommodations above. The flat level land makes it easy for anyone with mobility issues to get around. Make your way down to the water's edge via one of the many stone paths. Enjoy a night of star gazing around the firepit, dine by the water at the 8 seater dining table, wade into the beautiful hard sand walk in shallow entry, great for the littles to play all day. The long dock provides multiple seating and lounging spots to take in the view down the lake or sit up by the cottage on the lake facing deck running almost the length of the cottage with bbq, sit up bar and Muskoka chairs. INTERIOR COTTAGE MAIN LEVEL KITCHEN This chef's kitchen comes fully equipped with 2 dishwashers, full fridge, full freezer, beverage fridge, large Wolf gas stove, large pantry with small appliances- microwave, sink, coffee maker, toaster. This kitchen also boasts a massive island with 8 stools, enough for the whole family to sit up to for informal meals. DINING ROOM This generous dining room has a large table that seats 12. Open to the great room, with it's high ceilings and view to the lake you will not hesitate to host more formal meals or a large family gathering in this space. GREAT ROOM This open concept timber frame great room truly lives up to it's name with breathtaking high ceilings, river rock, floor to ceiling fireplace, walkout to back deck and cozy furnishings. LIVING ROOM This cozy space has high end furnishings, a barn door to keep out the noise from the rest of the house, TV, wet bar, beverage fridge and a beautiful view to the lake. MUSKOKA ROOM Off of the kitchen this generous Muskoka Room boasts a floor to ceiling river rock, woodburning fireplace. With it's heated floors and extra heater, this room can be enjoyed in all seasons. WEST LOFT LEVEL This space is the perfect games area for the kids with a pool table and foosball table. There is also a desk should someone want to partake in some work, away from the main space of the home. EAST LOFT LEVEL A small space for curling up with a good book that overlooks the expansive lower level great and dining rooms. UPPER GARAGE SUITE This suite is a brand new part of an extension of the main house and offers a huge living and office area plus large bedroom suite and bathroom. BEDROOMS | BATHROOMS COTTAGE MAIN LEVEL Bedroom 1 - King (Primary) with ensuite, TV, large window with view to lake Bathroom 1 - 5-piece primary ensuite with (double vanity, stand-alone shower, tub) Bathroom 2 - Full bath with tub/shower combo Bedroom 2 - Queen w/ensuite Bathroom 3 - 3-piece ensuite with stand/alone shower Bedroom 3 - King Bedroom 4 - Queen, Bunk Bed (Queen lower, twin upper), crib Bathroom 4 - 3-piece with stand/alone shower Bedroom 5 - Queen UPPER ABOVE GARAGE Bedroom 6 - King Bathroom 5 - Full bath with tub/shower combo UPPER LEVEL Bedroom 7 - Loft Suite, King w/child's room attached with kids bunk, twin and crib Bathroom 6 - Full Bath with tub/shower combo Bedroom 8 - Queen Bathroom 7 - 4-piece with dual vanity and stand/alone shower NOTABLE COTTAGE FEATURES Sandy beach waterfront Sunsets 250 ' of frontage North West Exposure Games Room Level Land / Grassy Lawn High-end appliances Kids play structure Newly renovated + massive addition Multiple outdoor seating areas Pool Table Foosball OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES Fire Pit Lily pad Kayak SUP Water Trampoline INCLUSIONS / EXCLUSIONS This cottage is equipped with air conditioning and a generator All properties are outfitted with Jayne's 5-Star Quality White Linens, BBQ, Unlimited Internet/WIFI, Smart Tv(s), Laundry Facilities, Dishwasher, Drip Coffee Maker, Vacuum and Cleaning Supplies. The linens and turnover fee is $1,500.00 per rental This cottage includes 14 hours of midweek housekeeping during peak season rentals Outdoor furniture is not out from Thanksgiving-Victoria Day Weekend Water toys are not available Thanksgiving-Victoria Day due to safety concerns PARKING 6 cars COTTAGE RULES Maximum 20 guests Non-smoking cottage Pets considered, must sign Pet Waiver Check-in time 4:00 pm Check-out time 10:00 am ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended ### Bedrooms - 8 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 7 bathrooms ### Entertainment - TV ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 - Unit size: 6,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68930000/68920600/68920546/86c7957f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Incredible 9 bdrm, 9 bath, Tennis Court! 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Security Deposit is a preauthorized hold. Security Deposit is taken 1 day prior to arrival ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### 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 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 98011 ## 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%7C45.10451%2C-79.60956&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NGQQ6y7WFya1wBoVH6cZp64b9-k=) Port Carling, Ontario #### What's nearby - Lake Joseph - 1 min walk - 0.1 km - Lake Muskoka - 11 min drive - 6.6 km - Lake Joseph Golf Club - 14 min drive - 7.7 km - Muskoka Lakes Winery - 15 min drive - 10.2 km - Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve - 32 min drive - 31.2 km #### Restaurants - Bass Lake Roadhouse - The Juicery - Olivers Coffee - Hook and Ladder - Pie Wood Fired Pizza Joint ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 8 bed 7 bath renovated cottage on South Lake Joseph! Shallow, sandy walk in! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 8 bed 7 bath renovated cottage on South Lake Joseph! Shallow, sandy walk in!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 8 bed 7 bath renovated cottage on South Lake Joseph! Shallow, sandy walk in!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 8 bed 7 bath renovated cottage on South Lake Joseph! Shallow, sandy walk in! located? > Situated in Muskoka Lakes, this cottage is close to Lake Joseph Golf Club, Mirror Lake, and Muskoka Lakes Museum. Local attractions also include The Port Carling Wall. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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