Title: Private Cottage on a lovely small lake in the heart of 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 # Private Cottage on a lovely small lake in the heart of Muskoka Lakefront cottage with a hot tub and a sauna ## Photo gallery for Private Cottage on a lovely small lake in the heart of Muskoka ![Sauna - Private Cottage on a lovely small lake in the heart of Muskoka (Minett)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78070000/78067200/78067129/37c4a210.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Private Cottage on a lovely small lake in the heart of Muskoka (Minett)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78070000/78067200/78067129/8885ae34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, stereo - Private Cottage on a lovely small lake in the heart of Muskoka (Minett)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78070000/78067200/78067129/9540c02a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sauna - Private Cottage on a lovely small lake in the heart of Muskoka (Minett)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78070000/78067200/78067129/73db76d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Private Cottage on a lovely small lake in the heart of Muskoka (Minett)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78070000/78067200/78067129/871c04b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the heart of Muskoka, where this haven offers a tranquil retreat with private access to 1000 feet of shoreline. Unwind by the fire pit or hot tub, and enjoy activities like swimming, golfing, cycling or hiking. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - 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. ### Private Cottage on a lovely small lake in the heart of Muskoka You deserve this, whether it’s for a week or you are working remotely for a month, come to Muskoka. All the amenities of home. Walkout to the beach & fire pit. Very private (1000 ft of shore). Excellent for families with young kids. Right in the heart of Muskoka. 5 minutes to Mactier, 20 minutes to Port Carling or Parry Sound. Come and swim, golf, cycle, hike or just relax in a hammock or hot tub. NOTE: A few folks have sent me notes saying that they have been contacted by me via Facebook or other social media platforms to arrange bookings. Unfortunately this appears to be a scam. For your safety I will not communicate with you in anyway other than the VRBO app. Once you are booked, I will give you my cell # for emergencies. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 3 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Golf - Kayak - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,700 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22710000/22708900/22708859/c55b6462.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Hideaway - Waterfront Cottage with private dock on Porter Lake - Muskoka Bala - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=22708859&PinnedHotelID=22708859&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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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 Located in Muskoka Lakes, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Muskoka and Lake Joseph, while Muskoka Lakes Museum and Bala's Museum are cultural highlights. Muskoka Sports and Recreation and Aspen Valley Wildlife Sanctuary are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Muskoka Lakes travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Muskoka-Lakes.dx553248635740523284) [View more Cottages in Muskoka Lakes](https://www.expedia.ca/Muskoka-Lakes-Cottages.d553248635740523284-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C45.14608%2C-79.74459&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mnVt_5h1bLiVtBvl0VmBR3QqHew=) Minett, ON ### What's nearby - ![A channel on Lake Joseph, Ontario, on a bright summer's day.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976196883/d60417e9-6bd9-4958-8e2f-0b9730352e8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Joseph 1 min drive \- 0.4 km - ![Two adirondack wooden chairs on dock facing a blue lake with clouds reflections](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6352605/3dda65cb-7dbe-4dc7-8469-d9cb3a7e7efb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Muskoka 13 min drive \- 17.8 km - ![One of the coolest places ever. The road is incredibly sketchy (like really sketchy), and it's smaller than I expected, but amazing.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635940036710/801e35a2-73ab-443e-a524-93ec206328ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve 34 min drive \- 42.4 km - Muskoka Lakes Winery 17 min drive \- 21.4 km - Lake Joseph Golf Club 20 min drive \- 25.5 km ### Getting around - Muskoka, ON (YQA) 55 min drive ### Restaurants - Bass Lake Roadhouse 5 min drive - Teca Restaurant 30 min drive - Water's Edge Wine Bar & Grill 24 min drive - The Deck 30 min drive - Rocky Crest Resort Patio 14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Private Cottage on a lovely small lake in the heart of Muskoka pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Private Cottage on a lovely small lake in the heart of Muskoka? ### What time is check-out at Private Cottage on a lovely small lake in the heart of Muskoka? ### Where is Private Cottage on a lovely small lake in the heart of Muskoka located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Private Cottage on a lovely small lake in the heart of 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 17 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Todd R. Oct 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A really nice cottage with all the amenities. Hot tub and sauna were great. Our next visit will be longer so we can use more of the amenities. Thanks Simon for being such a great host and letting us into your cottage. ##### Todd R. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynn F. Aug 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location and spot We loved our stay at Simon’s Cottage. Great time, relaxing and so close to great towns. Cottage really had everything we needed. 10 out of 10 ##### Lynn F. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandon d. Sep 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise It was paradise, couldnt of asked for a better spot. The cottage has everything you could possibly need. I think we used every accommodation it had to offer and it did not disapoint. Simon is a 10/10 host, it is obvious he takes very good care of his properties, he made sure we were good and left us to our selves. We hope to go north again next year and we will for sure be contacting Simon. PS the fishing was great! ##### Brandon d. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael P. Jul 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Serenity Now! Loved it! Quiet and peaceful! Just what we needed coming from the city. Wonderful serene location. Fishing was great. Caught good size fish off the dock. Plenty of things for adults and kids to do! Sauna, hot tub, outdoor games, indoor games. Five stars for sure. Any questions we had the host responded quickly. We would recommend this cottage for anyone who is looking for a cottage in the Muskokas! Coming back next summer! ##### Michael P. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carrie B. Sep 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cottage on Ricketts Lake My husband and I booked the cottage for our three grown sons and their spouses and children. There was a lot of room for everyone and the cottage is well stocked and decorated beautifully. The only thing we couldn’t find was a pizza pan but we made a cookie sheet work for our needs. We all had an absolutely fantastic stay at Simon’s cottage. Our grandchildren were in the water at the shoreline the entire week. Even our dogs loved every minute of their holiday. Simon was wonderful to deal with and commutation was very easy. We will definitely be back! ##### Carrie B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jordan B. Sep 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The cottage is beautiful, host is friendly and its in a great location. ##### Jordan B. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Susan Y. Jul 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very family friendly, good swimming, beautiful sunsets ##### Susan Y. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hersha L. Aug 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great cottage and very responsive and helpful host. We really enjoyed the sauna as we had a bit of a cooler week. Thank you to Simon for the hospitality! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/35718050-4242-4fb2-947f-ce7dbdd82467-1756511857397.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Hersha L. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori G. Jul 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The cottage is amazing in all ways. The lake and beach beautiful and my kids were I. The all day long every day. All amenities you can think of is there and the host is great. You won’t be disappointed if you rent this cottage. The only bad thing was having to leave. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d73e220d-1746-4fec-a76d-d4c9eedd394a-1753557099283.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/65c3c96a-16e5-4799-9911-7c4ef21611aa-1753557097749.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ed08f33d-d577-4495-90a4-6a46b52eff81-1753557099566.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/725d437e-847f-498a-914b-330eaeba982c-1753557099049.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Lori G. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mara 5. Sep 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Amazing location! You have more than everything on the property! We enjoyed every minute! A lot of space, water sports equipment, great interior design! Quick communication with the landlord.Great kitchen equipment. Some plates in kitchen cabinets were not clean with pieces of food after dishwasher. Generally a great staying! We looking forward to come to this place again ##### Mara 5. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Devin M. Jul 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Family Getaway! We had a wonderful vacation at this cottage! The property was exactly as described — peaceful, well-equipped, and perfect for a family getaway. Our kids had a blast swimming off the dock and taking the canoe around the lake, and my in-laws really appreciated the comfort and tranquility of the surroundings. The cottage was spotless and had everything we needed for a relaxing stay. The host was incredibly responsive and helpful throughout — just an all-around great person. We’re so grateful for the experience and would absolutely return! ##### Devin M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Wendy S. Aug 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The lake was quiet and perfect for paddleboarding, pedal boating, and kayaking. The dock was great! It was a serene place for our family to enjoy a week away.The cottage was equipped with everything we needed - except a clothes line. We loved having Netflix and the pool table for the rainy days.We didn't get to use the sauna or fire pit due to fire ban. ##### Wendy S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michon T. Jul 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyable week Nice quiet beach and great view. ##### Michon T. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim M. Jul 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We will be back! Beautiful cottage and view, quiet lake and perfect family getaway. Our family was so comfortable in this house, had everything we needed, no complaints. This cottage is a hidden gem. Simon was a 5 star host & we will be booking this cottage again in the future! ##### Kim M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ravi S. Jul 24, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Outstanding Cottage This was one of the nicest cottages we have ever stayed at. Great views, nice quiet lake, use of the navy of kayaks/ paddleboard/canoe, not to mention a really great games room! Would love to return next year. Only suggestion is to adjust the cleaning fee to include bedsheets & final garbage to transfer station. ##### Ravi S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily L. Jul 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Family Getaway! My family and I had a fantastic time staying at this cottage over the past week! There was lots of space and plenty of things to do. We enjoyed the quiet peaceful lake, it was perfect for kayaking and paddle boarding. The cottage is on a little bay/inlet which was nice and private! I will say the shore started off sandy but there were some weeds for the first 5-10ft but it was still okay to swim off of the end of the dock and lily pad. Furthermore, the kitchen was fully stocked and had all of the supplies you could possibly need. Additionally, the rooms were spacious and the beds were quite comfortable. Lastly, the hosts were very helpful and responded promptly to any questions we had. Overall my family had a fantastic time and hope to be back next year! ##### Emily L. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanne F. Jul 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful spot! The property is beautiful with floor to ceiling windows giving you a spectacular view of the lake. All that you need is there, fully equipped kitchen, towels, water toys, board games, pool and shuffle board table, etc., the sunsets were beautiful and we loved watching them on the new dock. The things that were a little annoying are part of cottage life. Managing the garbage - garbage day on Wednesday, trip to the dump on Thursday before 4:00 and taking what you generate between Thursday and Friday morning with you because the dump is closed on Fridays. Duck poop is another thing to manage but overall, it is a lovely cottage on a quiet lake that created special family time. Would recommend! ##### Joanne F. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Alex W. Sep 29, 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Nice property on quiet lake Lovely property, plenty of room for our family and dog. We had a lot of fun each evening in the games room. Beautiful big windows overlooking the lake. Lake is great for children as it has a very shallow entry. Located between Port Carling and Bala. Both have lovely restaurants. Downside was the place had a bad mouse problem. Mouse droppings in drawers in the kids bedrooms and kitchen cupboards, even a mouse nest full of baby mice was found in the kitchen cupboard. The owner promptly had it removed but In my opinion the cleaning company should have found it before our arrival. Also, the mats and carpets are very old and stained which was a bit off putting. Other than that we really enjoyed our stay. ##### Alex W. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Selena N. Jul 12, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Vacation Beautiful sunsets, warm water, lots to do. We had a great stay at Simon's cottage. He was an excellent host. He provided us with a great info sheet, and he just installed a new air conditioner and brand new bbq. The cottage has lots of fun things to do pool table, ping pong, shuffle board, the wifi worked great ( bell). The lake was lovely, there is a bit of a sandy walk in before a traditional lake bottom. I recommend water shoes as there are a few shells. Lots of fun water activities paddle board, canoe, kayak all on a very quiet little lake. The hot tub was very relaxing. The kitchen is well stocked with cooking tools, dishes and cooking basics ( oil, seasonings). The bathrooms were stocked well and there were lots of bath and beach towels. We loved watching the ducks and ducklings, they loved to tease our dog. So much fun to watch them interact. Beautiful, private, quiet property. Thank you Simon. ##### Selena N. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane S. Aug 29, 2025 ##### Jane S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### April F. Aug 23, 2025 ##### April F. 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