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MUSKOKA'S BEST KEPT SECRET - SKELETON LAKE

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A cabin with a deck, red Adirondack chairs, and a stone retaining wall.
A cozy cabin interior with a living room, kitchen, and dining area.
A cabin surrounded by dense forest, with a small deck area and outdoor seating.
A cabin surrounded by trees with a wooden deck and a stone wall.
A kitchen with a large island, bar stools, a window, and wooden flooring.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Paddleboard available
    A rare find — hit the water on a paddleboard right here.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Utterson, ON
  • Place, Nutt Lake
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Muskoka
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskoka, ON (YQA)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

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About the neighborhood

Muskoka Lakes

Muskoka Lakes is home to this cottage. Diamond In The Ruff Golf Course and Windermere Golf & Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Muskoka and Nutt Lake. Bracebridge Sportsplex and High Falls Water Park are also worth visiting.
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Utterson, ON

What's nearby

  • Nutt Lake - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Lake Muskoka - 24 min drive - 30.9 km
  • Santa's Village - 29 min drive - 38.1 km
  • Muskoka Lakes Winery - 39 min drive - 49.7 km
  • Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve - 55 min drive - 71.1 km

Getting around

  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bent River Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪David's General Store Inc. - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kelly Kitchen - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Taste Buds - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Old Country Kitchen Catering - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is MUSKOKA'S BEST KEPT SECRET - SKELETON LAKE pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at MUSKOKA'S BEST KEPT SECRET - SKELETON LAKE?

As of Oct 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at MUSKOKA'S BEST KEPT SECRET - SKELETON LAKE on Oct 26, 2026 start from $530, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at MUSKOKA'S BEST KEPT SECRET - SKELETON LAKE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MUSKOKA'S BEST KEPT SECRET - SKELETON LAKE?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is MUSKOKA'S BEST KEPT SECRET - SKELETON LAKE located?

Situated in Muskoka Lakes, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Nutt Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Diamond In The Ruff Golf Course and Three Mile Lake. Dee Bank Falls and High Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage! We thoroughly enjoyed our week at the cozy cabin. Host was super - very responsive and wanted to ensure that we had everything we needed!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Glad to know about the road ahead of time so we could bring an SUV! But the drive is worth it! It’s a magical place! We were there in September and still swam and went kayaking. Beds were very comfie and since we were the only guests we were able to sit out on a dock next door! Beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this cosy cottage. Suited our needs perfectly. Stunning property, very quiet, clean, comfortable. Beautiful porch & easy accessto the warm lake. The hosts were more than accommodating.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was exactly as described: small but very well appointed and pretty. The property and the setting at the end of a quiet bay are wonderful. I’ve been renting cottages for many years and this cottage has the nicest situation. The hosts couldn’t have been more lovely. I’d be happy to return.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it, so beautiful, clean, pet-friendly, family-friendly, really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical week in Muskoka. Weather wasn’t best for end of August but didn’t matter. Amazing property to experience it all. Cottage itself very well equipped and great outdoor areas (‘Muskoka room’, fire pit, bbq, balcony with views of lake). Lots of water activities (kayaks, canoes, paddle boards etc) and fishing was superb. Great host, super accommodating and responsive. Kids want to return next year. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A quiet, secluded, peaceful, scenic location on Skeleton Lake. The cottage was clean and nicely decorated. We chose not to do any cooking, but the kitchen was well equipped with dishes and a variety of cookware. We spent three nights at the cottage in the early fall. It was wet and cool so we didn’t have an opportunity to enjoy any water activities. Our host, Lorrie contacted us when we arrived to ask if we had any questions and we could have contacted her if necessary.We were grateful to receive written directions on finding this beautiful spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super accommodating hosts. Beautiful property. I would recommend arriving during the daylight hours to make it the easiest to find. Fits four comfortably.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Skeleton Lake

A beautiful property well maintained and stocked. The whole experience was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cottage!

The cottage exceeded our expectations! The setting in a quiet bay with beautiful views could not have been better and the communication was excellent. Jamie
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 24, 2023
We are so very happy you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to your return !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Skeleton Lake cottage vacation

we really enjoyed the cottage and the lakefront property. it had everything we needed and came as advertised. Lorie and Steve were great to deal with and very helpful. we do recommend a 4 wheel drive suv to get up and down (we did have one) to the cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

1st week of summer

They have everything you need on site which we really appreciated. Satellite tv, fire wood, bbq with extra tank, towels, paddle boards, canoe and kayaks all available at no extra cost. Lots to do for the kids so that they dont get bored. It is exactly as advertised. Very clean and comfy cottage for 2 adults, 2 kids, and a dog. Owners and property manager were very very nice. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cozy Getaway!

My husband and I had a wonderful stay here. Quiet, clear lake was beautiful to sit by. The cabin was very pretty and the deck outside was stunning. We ate dinner each night under the covered porch. Our dog loved the beach/sand entry into the water as well. Our gracious hosts/owners allowed us to use the next door dock since it wasn’t occupied. Lorrie was very attentive upon our arrival and responded quickly to a few questions asked. We saw so many woodpeckers and various birds, even a hummingbird! Very much looking to return! Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on May 30, 2021
We are so very glad you enjoyed it. It is a very special spot for relaxing and for the wildlife. Our guests have told us they have seen a lot of deer on our property and in the early spring and late fall a few moose have been seen. We certainly look forward to your return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the cottage and are planning to return next year. The cottage was exactly as described and the check in process was super smooth. If traveling with littles I’d recommend bringing board games and some toys. We did bring a bunch which I was grateful for. That was the only thing that the cottage lacked but it made up for it with its fabulous waterfront and all the water toys floaties. The cottage had everything else you could/would need or want. The owners were nice enough to take us out on their boat for a tour of the lake, which was so clear and clean. It was amazing and my kids favourite part of our week. Dealing with Lorrie was lovely, and I couldn’t recommend this cottage enough. 10/10!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Views and Beautiful Cottage

The cozy cottage exceeded all our expectations, it was beautiful, clean and the perfect retreat for our little family getaway to see the fall colours. The lake views were amazing. Lots of great outdoor spots to sit and enjoy nature, have a bon fire or enjoy a canoe ride on the lake. Inside was cozy, modern and well cared for.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great place!

place was well kept and as advertised
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Experience

Stunning property on the waterfront. The property is clean and perfect for a small group. The owners are so helpful and willing to help at any time. We can't wait to come back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Blue Heron Cozy Cottage

Beautiful, comfortable cottage with high-end furnishings. Fantastic deck overlooking beautiful, clear Skeleton Lake. Covered outdoor eating area was very convenient on a rainy day. Cottage is part of a large family compound with friendly hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Slice of paradise!

We had a wonderful stay at The Blue Heron Cottage. The beach front was beyond perfect for our 3 year old and 10 mo old who enjoyed the shallow, sandy beach front (not weedy at all) and easy swim to floating dock. Lots of activity options! The indoor living space is small and cozy. On Rainy days we spent our time under the outdoor sitting area, which had plenty of coverage. End of August had minimal mosquitos, the water was still warm for swimming, mornings and evenings were chilly but the cottage is warm and the outdoor fire pit was always going :) Beds and living space are comfortable, internet worked well, Note - No oven but stovetop and all other kitchen needs are there. The cottage is located in a super private area, across from crown land. We really felt like we had our own space. We will definitely be booking again! Can't wait to come back! Thank you so much for an awesome stay :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning Cozy Getaway

Enjoyed the week with my wife along with our daughter, son-in-law and 2 grandchildren. For the size of the cottage, the space was well utilized and the covered porch was outstanding. Property was beautiful, beach and water were great and lots of paddle boards, kayaks, canoe's and paddle boat for our use. Our other daughter and her family visited from the south west side of the lake. Steve and Jill visited one day and had a great chat. Definitely a strong consideration for a future visit but much suited for a couple of family of 4 but we made it work. Thanks for everything Lorrie
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property, location and communication.

We had a terrific time at Steve and Jill's cottage. The location was idyllic and the cottage was cozy, clean and perfect for our family. We enjoyed use of the kayaks, paddle boards, canoe, and BBQ. Lorrie was an excellent communicator. Great proximity to both Huntsville and Rosseau. We so enjoyed an impromptu horn and flute recital on the next dock on a Monday morning in our little bay. What a delightful surprise!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful guest cabin

Nice guest cabin right on the water of a quiet bay with nice water and beach for swimming. Cabin is best for 4 people or less. Road in is fairly short but pretty rugged.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful guest cottage!

Gorgeous property and brand new cottage - fairly private from the main cottage. No dock but your own floating dock on a beautiful lake.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful!

We absolutely cannot say enough about this amazing property, lake and gracious host. Thanks for sharing your piece of paradise with our family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
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