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Beautiful 3 bedroom chalet like cottage on Lake Muskoka: family friendly

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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View of the front of the cottage from the top of the dock stairs.
View of the open concept livingroom and dining room
Entrance to the cottage from the driveway
Welcome to Barlochan Lookout!
Patio set that seats 6 on the sunny deck.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Torrance, ON
  • Place, Lake Muskoka
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hardy Lake Provincial Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskoka, ON (YQA)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful 3 bedroom chalet like cottage on Lake Muskoka: family friendly

Newly built 3 bedroom, year round 2 level cottage on beautiful Lake Muskoka.
Enjoy the scenic view from the wall of windows from the living room, dining room and kitchen. This open concept cottage invites you to relax and take in the view of the lake and the surrounding forest. The second level has a loft with a futon, and a Primary bedroom with an ensuite.
The cottage is perched on Muskoka granite, and there are multiple stairs down to the dock. But once on the dock, you won't want to leave.


Minimum 2 night stay during the off season ( Sept. to June ); minimum 5 night rentals from June to Sept..
Must be 25 years of age to rent.
No smoking on property.
No diving from the dock.
No pets.
No fireworks.
No firearms.
No illegal drugs on property.
6 guests maximum occupancy: no day guests allowed unless prior agreed to by Owner, and must vacate property by 8 pm.
Exceeding occupancy limit will result in cancellation of the reservation immediately.
No crypto mining.
Must have home insurance that covers vacation rentals.
The renter must sign and abide by the Township of Muskoka Lakes Code of Conduct ( this will be emailed to the Renter once they have rented the cottage), and must sign a Rental Agreement.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No extra guests unless approved by the owner in advance.
No diving from the dock.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Muskoka Lakes

Located in Muskoka Lakes, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Gravenhurst Narrows Lighthouse and Muskoka Steamships are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Muskoka Wharf and Muskoka Lakes Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa's Village and Bracebridge Fair Grounds. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Torrance, ON

What's nearby

  • Lake Muskoka - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hardy Lake Provincial Park - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve - 31 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Muskoka Lakes Winery - 33 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Santa's Village - 50 min drive - 47.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Clear Lake Brewing Co - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Taste at Touchstone - ‬50 min drive
  • ‪Creative Plate Eatery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Milford Bay Café & Corner Store - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪Sushi By The Water - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful 3 bedroom chalet like cottage on Lake Muskoka: family friendly pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful 3 bedroom chalet like cottage on Lake Muskoka: family friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful 3 bedroom chalet like cottage on Lake Muskoka: family friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful 3 bedroom chalet like cottage on Lake Muskoka: family friendly located?

This family-friendly Muskoka Lakes cottage is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Muskoka and Hardy Lake Provincial Park. Devil's Gap Trailhead and Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Tara Smith

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My husband and I have had the good fortune of living in Muskoka for over 40 years. We have raised our family here and enjoy all the seasons. We take part in hiking and biking, as well as kayaking in the area.
My husband's family have lived on the property for over 100 years.
My son built the cottage, with the help of my husband. We hope that others will be able to fully enjoy the area when they visit the cottage.

Why they chose this property

Barlochan Lookout is on a bay on Walker's Point on Lake Muskoka. There is boating access to the big three lakes; We are situated between Bala and Gravenhurst on a year round maintained road.
Close to the Torrance Barrens, you can enjoy the dark nigh sky of Central Ontario from either the Barrens, or right from the dock.
Close to Bala , Port Carling and Gravenhurst for shopping and browsing.
Hardy Lake Park nearby offers hiking trails of various lengths from 3 km to 9 km.

What makes this property unique

The lake property has been in my husband's family for over 100 years.
We built this cottage with love, and hope all our guests enjoy it as much as we do.
We have first had knowledge of the area; pay attention to detail; and are immediately available should you need our assistance.

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English