[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sandy Beach Cottage steps to Lake Simcoe - 1 hr 20 mins from Toronto Cottage with kitchen, a short walk to Lake Simcoe ![Sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106010000/106001100/106001071/w504h683x260y0-b3fe7f14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106010000/106001100/106001071/w900h683x62y0-39bab83d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106010000/106001100/106001071/w921h683x48y0-fe74dc5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106010000/106001100/106001071/w900h683x62y0-1f4ae85d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106010000/106001100/106001071/w900h683x62y0-f07f98ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the classic cottage life at Sandy Beach Cottage in Ramara, nestled near Mara Provincial Park and just a short walk from Lake Simcoe's sandy beach. Unwind on the patio with BBQ or gather around the campfire under starry skies, all within easy reach of Orillia's supermarkets and public beaches. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7800 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. ### Sandy Beach Cottage steps to Lake Simcoe - 1 hr 20 mins from Toronto Sandy Beach Cottage in Ramara, 1 hr 20 mins from Toronto. Just a 2 min walk to the clear sandy beach on Lake Simcoe where you can swim and gaze at the gorgeous sunset. Next to Mara Provincial Park to explore a larger beach with more action. Retro inspired look with a huge treed backyard completes the real cottage experience. Rustic exterior with BBQ and patio set on the deck and a campfire at the back. Cozy small cottage with Wifi, AC for added comfort. Just 12 mins to the closest supermarket in Orillia and access to many public beaches on Lake Simcoe. Sleeps upto 6. Note: it's not direct waterfront, it's a 2 min walk to a public sandy beach. This section of Lake Simcoe has hard sandy bottom and almost no weeds for a long distance, making it easy to swim and have the kids play in the sand or in the shallow entry water. Affordable cottage experience without the long drive from Toronto. ## 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 - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### 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 - Composting - Recycling - Unit size: 800 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92940000/92933500/92933490/3831e2ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakeside Escape 3-Bedroom Bungalow with a Hot Tub Brechin - Hot tub - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 7.4 Good 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=92933490&PinnedHotelID=92933490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102720000/102719000/102718969/2af1ccaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront ~ hot tub/ sauna Orillia - Free WiFi - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=102718969&PinnedHotelID=102718969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114060000/114058100/114058012/fb1d55d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3bdrm Cottage at Lake Simcoe Brechin - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=114058012&PinnedHotelID=114058012&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67610000/67600900/67600803/b9836ba1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Winter & Fall Getaway - Pvt 120’Shoreline w/direct Lake Access - Snowmobiling Brechin - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 29 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=67600803&PinnedHotelID=67600803&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111740000/111732100/111732008/d53e0a55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Upper Shadow Creek Haven Orillia - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=111732008&PinnedHotelID=111732008&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83140000/83137600/83137553/7e988097.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Magnificent Lakefront Modern Cottage Washago - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 18 reviews CA $275 CA $549 total includes taxes & fees Oct 13 - Oct 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=83137553&PinnedHotelID=83137553&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115920000/115911700/115911660/a9d31b0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom Lakefront Cottage on Kawartha Lakes close to the GTA. 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Put waste bins to the lane 2 feet apart before 7am on Tuesday and when you check out. Any Bylaw infraction or house rules infraction caused by renter will be paid by renter. Renter to bring their own towels, turn off all heaters/AC and close all windows, return all furniture. ### 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 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 Property Registration Number 2024.004 ## About the area Ramara is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Simcoe and Mara Provincial Park, while Leacock Museum and Orillia Museum of Art & History are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Orillia Community Centre Arena or Barrie Speedway. [Visit our Ramara travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ramara.dx6353078) [View more Cottages in Ramara](https://www.expedia.ca/Ramara-Cottages.d6353078-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=44.584934,-79.360855&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7DzcoGhdkcN%3FS%3FW%40S%3FW%40S%40U%3FW%40SBU%40U%40UBUBSBUBU%40SDUBUDSBSDSDUDSDUDSFQDSFSDQFSFSHQFSFQHQFOHQFQHQHOHQHOJOHOJOHMJOJOJMJMJMJMJMJKLMJKLKLKJILKLKLGLKJINILGLILGNGLELGNGLENELENENCLENCLCNCNANCNALANANAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%40N%40N%40LBN%40NBLBNBNDLBNDNDLDLDNFLFNDLFLHLFNFLHLHLJJFLJLJLHLJJJLJJLJJLLJLHLLLJLHNJNHLJNHNJNHNHPHNHPHPFPHPFNHPFRFPFRFRDPFRFRDPDTFRDRBTDRDRBRDTBTBRBTBT%40RBT%40TBT%40T%40R%40V%3FT%40R%40V%3FR%3FV%3FR%3FT%3FV%3FRAVAR%3FTAVARATCTATCTARCTCTCRCTETCRERERCTERGRERERGRGPERGRGPGRGRIPGNIPGPIPIPINIPINKNINKNILKNINKLMLILKLMLKJKLMJKJMJMHMJMJKFMJMHMHOFMFMHMDOFMFOFMDMDODODMBODOBMBOBO%40MBO%40O%40O%40O%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAOAMAOAOCOAOCMCOCMEOCOEMEOEMEOGMGMGOEMGMIMGOIKIMKMGMKMKKIMKMKKKMMKKKMKMKMKMKMKOKOIMKOIOKOIOIQIOIQGQIQGOIQGQGSISGQGSESGQESGSEQEUESEUESCSESCUEUASCUCUCSCUAUAUCUAS%3FWAUAS%3FWAS%3FW%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=1gg99NgqTn5PksF97Dzpw6DQD4c=) Orillia, ON ### What's nearby - Mara Provincial Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Lake Couchiching - 4 min drive - 3.3 km - Tudhope Park - 6 min drive - 4.4 km - Couchiching Beach Park - 10 min drive - 8.0 km - Casino Rama - 11 min drive - 9.4 km ### Getting around - Washago Station - 21 min drive - Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 46 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Theo's Eatery - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sandy Beach Cottage steps to Lake Simcoe - 1 hr 20 mins from Toronto pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Sandy Beach Cottage steps to Lake Simcoe - 1 hr 20 mins from Toronto? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sandy Beach Cottage steps to Lake Simcoe - 1 hr 20 mins from Toronto? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Sandy Beach Cottage steps to Lake Simcoe - 1 hr 20 mins from Toronto located? > Situated in Ramara, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Mara Provincial Park and Lake Simcoe. Lake Couchiching and Tudhope Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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