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Beach Bay Cottage - Halls Lake. Private Shallow Sandy Beach

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Exterior
Living area
A hallway with white doors, a wooden floor, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
Property grounds
A hallway with wooden flooring, a glass door, and a view of a balcony with a dining area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Even better in person
    Guests say this property exceeds expectations.
  • Direct access to the beach
    A rare find — enjoy uninterrupted access to the beach.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Firepit

Explore the area

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Algonquin Highlands, ON
  • Place, Boshkung Lake
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Oxtongue Lake
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskoka, ON (YQA)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Main

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Primary Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beach Bay Cottage - Halls Lake. Private Shallow Sandy Beach

Welcome to Beach Bay Cottage - known for its large & completely private sandy beach! Close to the water with sunset view and family friendly waterfront with safe, sandy shallow water. The property has 300 feet of waterfront and 14 private acres with trails & scenic lookout. In a quiet bay facing west for sun all day and a lawn at back for fun. Located near the end of a quite private road.

The interior is spacious & clean with a bright open concept layout featuring comfortable living room, rustic hardwood floors, large dining area & open kitchen. Sleeping for 6 in 3 bedrooms, with 2 bathrooms and a finished walkout basement with a cozy wood-stove. The waterfront hot tub adjoins the screened porch for stunning sunset dinners bug free. Large wraparound deck directly overlooks the beach. Boats include a family sized canoe, 2 kayaks, paddleboat & rowboat. Halls Lake is rated very clean. Boat to the public beach & playground or go river tubing. Boats include a large canoe, 2 kayaks, paddleboat & rowboat. Halls Lake is rated very clean.

Just 2 hours from 400/407 area, near Carnarvon at the east end of Muskoka / west side of Haliburton. Under 20 minutes to Minden, Dorset & Haliburton.

Other Highlights: Swim raft in the quiet bay, BBQ, Laundry & Firepit. Easy access to Hwy 35 & 118. Central forced air heat and wood stove for all seasons. Hike through numerous marked trails on the property or to Buttermilk Falls < 1km away. Master with Queen bed ensuite & shower, double bed in second bedroom, 2 twins in the third bedroom. Main bath has a tub & shower.

Within 7 minutes: Stanhope park & playground, tennis, library, museum, trails, mini-golf, ATV/OFSC snowmobile trails (15 & B), golf, 6 restaurants, 3 convenience stores, LCBO, gas, hardware store, marina etc. Less than 20 minutes to Sir Sam's skiing, 30 minutes to Haliburton Forest, 40 minutes to Algonquin Park, Bracebridge & Huntsville.
- Large sandy beach with 360' of safe, private and shallow shoreline
- 14 acres with trails to explore on a nicely treed lot with easy access to the cottage and water
- Sandy waterfront with excellent areas for kids to explore along the shoreline
- West facing in a private scenic bay to enjoy the sunsets
- Floating swim raft
- Fire pit
- 5 Boats: canoe, 2 kayaks, row boat, & paddleboat
- Quiet scenic lake good for water-skiing, swimming, exploring.
- Excellent fishing for trout & bass in a lake with very good water quality
Family Focused with one of the largest, completely private cottage beaches in Haliburton area. All sand ...shallow sand entry and lake bottom. Private bay provides safety for kids activity including a floating raft.Hiking Trails: 14 Acre private lot features 2-3 KM of private marked hiking trails and scenic lookout.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Definitely child friendly!
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Events

No events allowed
No
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Firm No Smoking Policy

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
See check out list - leave cleaned and in the condition as found
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3985278
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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Algonquin Highlands

Located in Algonquin Highlands, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Haliburton Highlands Museum and Haliburton Sculpture Forest are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Rails End Gallery and Arts Centre and Ski-Mazing Water Sports. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Algonquin Highlands, ON

What's nearby

  • Boshkung Lake - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lake of Bays - 25 min drive - 35.9 km
  • Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower - 29 min drive - 39.9 km
  • Haliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve - 33 min drive - 41.8 km
  • Oxtongue Lake - 49 min drive - 68.9 km

Getting around

  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rhubarb Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Pepper Mill Steak & Pasta House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Chip Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Mason Jar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Missens of Maple Lake - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach Bay Cottage - Halls Lake. Private Shallow Sandy Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beach Bay Cottage - Halls Lake. Private Shallow Sandy Beach?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beach Bay Cottage - Halls Lake. Private Shallow Sandy Beach on 19 Oct 2026 start from £2,371, 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 at Beach Bay Cottage - Halls Lake. Private Shallow Sandy Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beach Bay Cottage - Halls Lake. Private Shallow Sandy Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach Bay Cottage - Halls Lake. Private Shallow Sandy Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beach Bay Cottage - Halls Lake. Private Shallow Sandy Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Algonquin Highlands cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Boshkung Lake and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Beech Lake. Kushog Lake and Big Brother Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Jeff

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This is our private family cottage that we rent out just a few weeks each year.

Why they chose this property

The large private beach and shallow sandy bottom make this property unique in the Haliburton area.

What makes this property unique

Large 14 acre property with large private waterfront including your own private sandy beach.

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