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Beautiful open-concept cottage on Moon River! 10 Minute walk to Bala!

5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

Parking available
Hot tub
Kitchen
Fireplace
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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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 open-concept cottage on Moon River! 10 Minute walk to Bala!

BY THE MOON
AREA
This Moon River gem is only a fifteen minute walk to the quintessential Tuesday night ski shows, The KEE, restaurants and all the amenities in the town of Bala! By The Moon is also conveniently located only 20 minutes away from both Gravenhurst and Port Carling, offering some of the best proximity to the most popular hubs in the Muskoka region!

PROPERTY
BY THE MOON is perched atop a slope that overlooks the lake and offers breathtaking northeast views of the surrounding area. The spacious deck is furnished with plenty of outdoor seating and dining areas, as well as a propane BBQ. The short staircase leads you down to the dock which is perfect for swimming, suntanning or entertaining guests.

INTERIOR
COTTAGE
KITCHEN
Beautiful, newly finished kitchen with a large island, high-end appliances and a bar area with a wine fridge.
DINING ROOM
Open-concept dining room table that can seat up to 12 people, and has a walkout to the deck.
GREAT ROOM
The Great Room boasts soaring ceilings, L-shaped leather couch, two wing chairs, a wood-burning fireplace and a walkout to the deck.
LIVING ROOM
The Living Room is furnished with cozy furniture, piano, and large TV.

BEDROOMS | BATHROOMS
COTTAGE
MAIN LEVEL
Bedroom 1 - Queen
Bathroom 1 - Full bath with double vanity and stand-alone shower
UPPER LEVEL
Bedroom 2 - 2 sets of bunk beds (Double in trundle, Double on bottom, Twin on top)
Bathroom 2 - Full bath with shower/tub combo and double vanity
Bedroom 3 - Queen
Bedroom 4 - Queen
Bedroom 5 - Primary King with ensuite
Bathroom 3 - Full bath with shower and standalone tub and double vanity

NOTABLE COTTAGE FEATURES
Northeast exposure
Propane BBQ
Piano
High-end appliances
Multiple outdoor seating areas
Built in 2016

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
2 Paddle Boards
Kayak

INCLUSIONS / EXCLUSIONS
This cottage is equipped with air conditioning and a generator
Multi-week rentals will include a weekly linen and towel refresh (linens & towels dropped off with used ones taken away)
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.
Jayne's Signature White Linens & Turnover Cleaning Fee is $660 per rental

PARKING
6 cars

COTTAGE RULES
Maximum 12 guests
Non-smoking cottage
Pets considered, must sign a Pet Waiver

Check-in time 4:00 pm
Check-out time 10:00 am

Property manager

Jayne McCaw

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

Hot tub
Sauna

Internet

Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

Car recommended
Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

3 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Wood stove

Entertainment

Games
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

In a village
Near the bay
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Paddleboard
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher

General

Garden
Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Security Deposit is 40% of the weekly rental rate.

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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

81341

About the area

Located in Muskoka Lakes, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Muskoka and Hardy Lake Provincial Park, while Bala's Museum and Muskoka Lakes Museum are cultural highlights. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.

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Bala, Ontario

What's nearby

Lake Muskoka - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Bala's Museum - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Hardy Lake Provincial Park - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
Muskoka Lakes Winery - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve - 20 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

Gravenhurst Station - 25 min drive
Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

‪Clear Lake Brewing Co - ‬5 min drive
‪Don's Bakery - ‬12 min walk
‪Hook and Ladder - ‬2 min drive
‪Olivers Coffee - ‬17 min walk
‪The Moon River Lookout Restaurant - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful open-concept cottage on Moon River! 10 Minute walk to Bala! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful open-concept cottage on Moon River! 10 Minute walk to Bala!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful open-concept cottage on Moon River! 10 Minute walk to Bala!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful open-concept cottage on Moon River! 10 Minute walk to Bala! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Muskoka and Bala's Museum. Muskoka Lakes Winery and Hardy Lake Provincial Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).