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Lovely Family Friendly Lakefront Cottage Perfect for Families Large or Small!
| Sleeps | 8 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Space | 1,500 sq. ft. |
| Property type | cottage |
| Minimum Stay | 2 - 5 nights |
Overview
Beautiful, bright, lakefront, 2+ bdrm, 2 bath cottage on pristine Skeleton Lak
Our Lakeview Cottage
Modern living meets vintage Muskoka with this beautiful & bright year round 2+ bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage on pristine Skeleton Lake! This cottage is perfect for large or small families. Inside: the open concept kitchen and tastefully decorated living room features cathedral ceilings, walls of windows framing the stunning views, walkouts to the lakeside deck for Al Fresco dining. It is perfect for utilizing the bright spacious lower level as another relaxing living area and/or 3rd bedroom for additional sleeping (bunk beds, futon, cot). It also features another bathroom and walkout to patio, backyard and dock. Outside there is ample parking, perennial gardens, granite walkways and a flat, family friendly topography that includes direct lakefront access to crystal clear Skeleton Lake with a gorgeous hard-packed safe, shallow sandy beach waterfront entry, great fishing, canoeing, paddle boating, and swimming perfect for young and old. If looking to bring your own motor boat, there is a marina 2 minutes down the road for launching. Enjoy warm summer sunrises and peaceful evenings watching the majestic sunset while roasting marshmallows by the soothing campfire.
About Skeleton Lake
Known as 'Muskoka's Best Kept Secret', in the heart of Muskoka, Skeleton Lake offers sandy swimming coves, great fishing, water sports, hiking and warm summer sunsets.
Skeleton Lake is one of the largest. It has a circumference of about 25 miles and has been called the clearest lake in Canada. Unlike most of the area lakes, which are souvenirs of the glacial age, Skeleton is believed to have formed as a result of a meteorite impact. Being a spring-fed lake, it is very, very clear and on calm days one can easily see down to depths of 20 or more meters.
There is much to explore. A short distance around the lake is hiking trails, a waterfall, children's camp and shallow public beach with picnic tables.
Fishing is great: summer or in winter
Check in: 6:00 p.m.
Check out: 11:00 a.m.
Special Rate for Sunday to Friday Rentals
Please Note: Due to the numerous requests received, reservations are confirmed when a deposit has been received. Reservations are not based on order of inquiry. Therefore, if there are several requests for the same dates, the cottage is reserved for the first person to make a deposit.
Due to the large volume of requests, if there is another request for the same dates that you have inquired about, you will not be notified of the other request.
Refundable security deposit and rental agreement are required
Heating: furnace
Guests allowed: Yes. with approval from owner
Equipments:
Maximum occupancy 8 (unless approved by owners):
Master bedroom - Queen Bed,
2nd bedroom - Queen Bed
Lower level, living room with bunk beds, futon, cot
TV//DVD/in living room and lower level
No Landline Telephone
Renter brings their own linens/towels/toiletries etc.
Parking (3)
About Paul and Lisanne
My Husband and I grew up near Toronto and decided when we had children that we would love to enjoy some time away from the city and have looked for years to find this perfect retreat with its beautiful scenic views and wide variety of outdoor activities.
Paul and Lisanne purchased this cottage in 2014
Why Paul and Lisanne chose Muskoka District
We chose our Lakeview cottage as the perfect place because we loved the clear, clean lake with the family friendly waterfront. The cottage was ideal for our family of 5 (+ friends for the kids and adults). The bright spacious lower level is perfect for a second family or kids to have their own space to enjoy. This area offers great outdoor year round experiences for all ages. We enjoy the beautiful scenery and all the outdoor activities it has to offer.
What makes this cottage unique
We want everyone who visits our place to feel that it is as much their home as it is ours. Our home radiates a warm, welcoming ambiance that we fell in love with immediately. Our home is your home and is perfect for sharing and spending time with family and friends.
Amenities
Huntsville Cottage Accommodation and Amenities
- cottage
- Guests provide their own meals
- 1500 sq. ft.
- Max. occupancy: 8
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- children welcome
- pets not allowed
- non smoking only
- Lake View ...
- Lakefront ...
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Budget
- Family
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
- Heating ...
- Living Room ...
- Parking ...
- Coffee Maker
- Dishes & Utensils ...
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Dining ...
- Dining Area
- 1 Bathroom,
- 1 Half Bath
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Bathroom 1 -
toilet
,
shower
Bathroom 2 - toilet
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
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Bedroom 1 -
1 queen
Bedroom 2 - 1 queen
Bedroom 3 - 2 sleep sofa /futon , 1 bunk bed , Our lower level serves as a 3rd bedroom and LR
- Books
- DVD Player ...
- Games
- Stereo
- Television ...
- Balcony ...
- Deck / Patio ...
- Golf ...
- Kayak / Canoe ...
- Lawn / Garden
- Outdoor Grill
- Ski & Snowboard ...
- churches
- marina
- playground
- restaurants
- antiquing
- bird watching
- boating
- paddle boating
- scenic drives
- shopping
- sight seeing
- sledding
- walking
- wildlife viewing
- ATM/bank
- groceries
- hospital
- medical services
- cycling
- fishing
- golf
- hiking
- ice skating
- jet skiing
- kayaking
- scuba diving or snorkeling
- snowboarding
- snowmobiling
- swimming
- water skiing
- water tubing
- wind-surfing
Reviews
Exceptional!
5/5 -
(13 traveler reviews)
Family getaway
I just spent the long weekend with my family. It is a beautiful cottage and we had a wonderful time. Each and everyone of us just loved it. We enjoyed it so much that we are already looking forward to be back to the same cottage next year.
Girls weekend away
7 of us recently spent a weekend at this cottage and we all lived it! The owners have thought of everything to make it a great stay. The cottage is very up to date and well kept....nothing has been forgotten. It's a beautiful setting with lots of space to move around. Having access to the paddle boat, kayaks and canoe was great..I only wish we had more time there. Definitely a great spot to stay.
Great Spot!
My family which consisted of 8 adults stayed here for 6 days and we had a great time. There were lots of sleeping options for everyone, the kitchen was fully stocked, a great bbbq, lots of outdoor seating, there were kayaks, a paddle boat and a fire pit for us to use. There is a beautiful dock to enjoy your morning coffee and catch some sun! The nights were quiet and restful. I would recommend this place and I would definitely come back next year. Thanks Paul and Lisanne!
A week of bliss on Skeleton Lake
Just returned from an amazing week at this beautiful property!
The cottage itself is gorgeous! Very clean, comfortable, fully stocked and has breathtaking views of the stunning lake!
The property is beautifully maintained and the rental includes several water toys to keep both the adults and kids entertained.
The lake has a very nice, sandy, shallow entry and the water is warm and crystal clear. Perfect for the kids!
Watched beautiful sunsets every night right from the dock. Breathtaking!
Everything we could have dreamed of in a cottage rental!
The owners were so gracious, easy to deal with and even left us a welcome note and bottle of wine upon our arrival!
Far exceeded our expectations!
Can't wait to return next year.
Perfect Sunny Side Cottage!
First of all the cottage was easy to get to and when we got there it was great! The cottage was very clean and in order. I couldn't believe how big it was and how many people it could sleep. Kids can have their own space downstairs (walkout) while adults could be upstairs. After spending the the day outside and having a night fire.....it was nice to come in and have a great sleep in the comfortable beds! The kitchen had everything you can think of....we even found cookie sheets to broil our yummy bruschetta! Dining area or the outside deck seats 8 comfortably and large living space. It was heaven having our coffee out on the dock in the mornings! The dock goes out quite a bit so we were able to sit out there and still be in the sun at sunset if you wanted. The cottage was definitely on the right side of the lake with walkout to the large grass area. We really enjoyed our stay and looking forward to be there again in August!
Perfect Cottage - Strongly Recommended
This cottage was absolutely perfect! The cottage was clean, cozy, spacious and had everything you could possibly want in a vacation spot. The cottage is situated right on the lake with a huge dock that can seat the whole family so you can spend all day out on the water. The cottage also gets sun all day which was perfect for us. Paul and Lisanne were awesome hosts and went out of their way to make us feel at home. The cottage also comes with lawn space for activities, a fire pit, kayaks, paddle boat, boogie boards, and an upper deck which over looks the water which was perfect when it came time to BBQ. At night if we weren't at the fire the inside living and dining room was large enough to seat everyone for games or cards (8 people comfortably). The cottage is perfect and I am already planning my next vacation to return. I highly recommend that anyone looking for the perfect cottage experience stay here!
Map
Skeleton Lake is 10 minutes from Diamond in the Ruff Golf Course, as well as a 18-20 minute scenic ride to the villages/towns of Port Carling, Rosseau, Bracebridge and Hunstville where you can enjoy exploring all of the quaint shops, restaurants, live theatre, craft shows and summer time markets. (Bracebridge's popular Santa's Viillage is a 25 min. drive away).
Out and about, Arrowhead and Algonquin Parks offer more nature to those who can't get enough. The town of Huntsville is itself a huge art gallery, with Group of Seven murals hung on more than 20 buildings in the area. Golfers will want to spend a day at Diamond in the Ruff, Deerhurst Highlands or Deerhurst Lakeside. Anglers might be interested in spending a day at Lake Vernon with a Hooked Young fishing tour. Check out the program at the Algonquin Theatre during your stay, although if it's something you want to see, it's best to buy your tickets well in advance. In winter, snowmobiling and cross country skiing are at your doorstep, and Hidden Valley Ski Resort is just 40 km away.
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Rates & Availability
Huntsville Cottage Rental Rates
- Rental Basis:
- per property
- Owner accepts payment in:
- CAD
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Summer
Jun 1 2017 -
Sep 10 2017
5 night minimum stay
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From
$397
Fri,Sat
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$2,182
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Fall/Winter
Sep 11 2017 -
Jan 31 2018
2 night minimum stay
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$238
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From
$298
Fri,Sat
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$1,547
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Spring
Mar 31 2018 -
May 31 2018
2 night minimum stay
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$238
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From
$298
Fri,Sat
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$1,547
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Additional information about rental rates
| Refundable damage deposit | $595.05 |
Prices are subject to change
June 1 - September 10: Sunday to Friday rental $2200.00 taxes included
April 1 - May 21 / September 11 - November 30: Sunday to Friday rental $1200.00 taxes included
Fall and Spring weekday nights - require a 3 night minimum
Fall and Spring weekend nights - require a 2 night minimum
50% required upon reservation
50% required 30 days prior to rental date
Security deposit due 10 days prior to rental date
Option to pay by direct deposit or email transfer
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- Available
- Unavailable
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