Property is licenced with the Township of Lake of Bays STR-2026-3
Note: Our cottage is one we actively use on the weekends, so expect it to have a lived-in feel (versus 'property-managed'). That said, we keep it clean and tidy and expect you to do the same :)
You sip a morning java in the cozy grip of an oversized Muskoka Chair, and stare out across the glassy tranquil of Camp Lake. The mist dissipates as the sun labours its slow ascent to blue skies above, and slowly warms the morning air. The silence of the moment is interrupted, just briefly, as an eager trout leaps from the water and ushers in the dawn of a new day. Or was it a Bass? It quickly darts towards the deep, rocky shore, past the dock, and dives deep into the clearness of the loch.
It's likely that you waded through this same watery path just the night before, indulging in a midnight swim, accompanied solely by a full moon, and the awesome beauty of the Northern Lights that twinkled high in the night sky like a rippling blanket of silver and blue satin. Had it not been for these luminescent companions, you may have struggled to climb through the darkness, up the winding steps, back to the cottage and the warm glow of the campfire; the songs, rising with the sparks and fireflies, into the glistening night sky.
This morning, those same steps lead you back. Back from the dock, which overlooks the diving raft and the reflection of the azure sky in the lake? Up past the lower deck, where a rouged canoe sits restfully against a towering Hemlock. It winds up the steps to the two-tiered, upper deck as the loons bark a song in the background, to the story-and-a-half Muskokan refuge at the top of the slope, nestled under a canopy of evergreens. You enjoy a leisurely breakfast and ponder the contents of the day ahead. Some fishing? Golf? Horseback riding? Perhaps a simple hike and a swim? Whatever you choose, you know it will be just what you needed, far from the bustle of the city and from the daily worries of life. In the grip of this Muskoka Chair, the day looks perfect. And what else would you expect from a place as magical, as wonderful, as Camp Lake?
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PLEASE NOTE
Pantry Items: We try to keep most kitchen basics stocked (salt, pepper, sugar, coffee, tea, and the like), but do not guarantee that any of these will be available. If there's something you want to be sure you have in stock, please be sure to bring it up with you, or you can purchase at the grocery store in Hunstville.
Linens not Provided: Linens are not provided, so please bring your own bedding (including pillows), towels (beach/bath, hand, dish), and the like.
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Keywords: lake, dock, cottage, fireplace, hiking, canoe, private, firepit
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Lake of Bays
Located in Lake of Bays, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The Acres Driving Range and Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Big East River Provincial Park and J. Albert Bauer Provincial Park. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
J. Albert Bauer Provincial Park - 18 min drive - 19.3 km
Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area - 33 min drive - 37.1 km
Deerhurst Lakeside Golf Course - 33 min drive - 38.9 km
Lake of Bays - 35 min drive - 42.6 km
Dwight Beach - 36 min drive - 43.0 km
Restaurants
Algonquin Pizza & Panini @ Lobo's - 43 min drive
BeaverTails Algonquin Park - 48 min drive
Beavertails - 48 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Rustic-Chic Cottage on Quiet Camp 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 Rustic-Chic Cottage on Quiet Camp Lake?
As of 7 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rustic-Chic Cottage on Quiet Camp Lake on 31 May 2026 start from £144, 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 Rustic-Chic Cottage on Quiet Camp Lake?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Rustic-Chic Cottage on Quiet Camp Lake?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Rustic-Chic Cottage on Quiet Camp Lake?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Rustic-Chic Cottage on Quiet Camp Lake located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Big East River Provincial Park and 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from J. Albert Bauer Provincial Park. Oxtongue Lake and The Acres Driving Range are also within 16 miles (25 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
My wife, girls, and I loved our stay here. The plot of land was just far enough from Huntsville to provide the peace and quiet we needed, but close enough to stay stocked up and in touch. Close to Algonquin as well. Loved canoeing on Camp Lake and watching the stars from the dock.
We had a great stay. The cabin worked well with having two one year old. We were comfortable and there was a travel crib and baby gates.
We went on day trips to hit a beach for the little one and enjoyed the dock when the babes slept.
The host was always quick to answer questions and the listing was accurately described.
We loved the place but had to really clean up in the cottage, before it was clean for our family. The dick was wonderful however, the walk down was very unsafe. We often tripped over exposed spikes, to keep the log type steps, secure. The way we had to carefully climb over fallen trees, secured to act as a retaining type wall. Other than that, we really liked spending so much time on the water. There were several water toys such as paddle board and canoes.
Second year we've stayed here. Think of it like borrowing your friend's house. Everything is there that you need, including things you wouldn’t have thought of. It rained a few days but we still had a blast. Canoe, kayak, fishing, swimming, hanging out on the deck and long walks down the private road. The only thing I could possibly think of to improve our time there would be a dishwasher to make more time available for fun. Be sure to visit Limberlost Forest during your stay and see the inuk shuks. The updates from last year are great, the kid loved the loft and the dog loved the open views.
Jeff B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thanks so much - great to have you back! And glad you enjoyed the updates to the place! :)
Good value, peaceful retreat. Has all the essentials.
Cottage is in a nice, easily accessible location not far from Huntsville. While not luxury, it has all the essentials and is a good value for the money. There was a fresh jug of water, firewood, and things like coffee, sugar, etc. when we arrived. We took full advantage of the barbeque grill and canoe, which was awesome to have. Check in & out was super easy with the lockbox. Having an infant with us, it was nice to have a sink in the loft bedroom and plenty of room for a pack and play. Also, very happy to be able to bring our dog with us.
Only minor complaints would be that the upstairs steps, as well as the hill to the lake, are steep and that the washroom is a bit dated. Water access is super easy, with a nice dock, and we were able to catch a bass fish from it! Unfortunately the mosquitos and black flies were quite intense, but that's to be expected in early June.
Overall, a very nice place and attentive host :)
Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt in der Hütte am See sehr genossen. Die Abgeschiedenheit und Ruhe und der Block auf den See waren einfach wunderschön. Die Kinder konnten im Wald um die Hütte spielen und wir auf der Veranda einen Kaffee oder ein Bier geniessen.
Die Hütte ist sehr gut ausgestattet um einen gemütlichen Aufenthalt zu haben. Nach einem Tag draussen ein feines Abendessen zubereiten und anschliessend beim wärmenden Cheminé-Feuer den Abend ausklingen lassen - traumhaft.
Mit den zur Hütte gehörenden Kanus konnten wir den See erkunden.
Im 30 Minuten entfernen Huntsville gibt’s viele grösere Einkaufsmöglichkeiten, auf den Trails vom Algonquin und Arrowhead Provincial Park ist man in ca. 45 Minten.
Hvis man vil have fred og ro samt bo i den smukkeste natur er dette stedet. Der er langt til nærmeste by, men man befinder sig midt i skoven med et rigt dyreliv. Hytten er rustik og lettere slidt, men der er, hvad man skal bruge.
We had a wonderful relaxing few days at this beautiful lake retreat! Definitely the perfect cabin setting with basic amenities to get you by. Exactly what we were looking for, to be able to unwind, relax, and enjoy some downtime with just the two of us!
We booked this property through Scott in early 2021 for our Honeymoon in mid-July for the week. The owner knew this. When we arrived not only were the neighbours just meters away, they are building a full cottage and the project was under construction with noise from 9-4 everyday, this was not mentioned. In addition, there were no sheets, pillows, towels, shampoo or soap, this we had to treck back into town for after a 4 hour drive. Although we expected the house would have a lived in feel, we didn’t expect it to be so dirty. I’ve since emailed the owner and to date have received no response. My friend has booked this property on my recommendation for September, I will be warning her of the above. I am shocked that people would do this to a couple on their honeymoon.
Sarah H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
Amanda Z.
9 Jul 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Beautiful lake and dock
We had a great stay at the cottage. The lake, newly installed dock, and lily pad made the trip. The owners were super communicative. The lake water was clean, clear, and full of minerals, great for the skin. The cottage is certainly rustic. The kitchen had everything we needed. We had fires in the fire pit and wood burning fireplace; and appreciated all the wood provided.
My boyfriend and I stayed at this cottage 5 years ago, however I failed to review our stay. We had such a great experience the first time we had to come back.
The cottage is well maintained and I love the ‘lived in feel’ it brought along with the coziness of all the spaces. The loft bed is so comfortable, I found it hard to get up in the mornings.
Location is exactly what we are always looking for. Secluded surrounded by mature trees with a short walk to the water. The climb to and from the lake to cottage is pretty steep and could be a problem with someone that has knee issues. It was not an issue for us and didn’t mind the exercise.
We used the canoe daily for fishing, a nice amount of small mouth bass were caught and released.
We only went into town one day to buy more fishing lures as we had lost some fishing off the dock. There are giant trees in the lake off shore that is now home to an array of expensive lures.
The drive into Huntsville is about 30mins from the cottage but the 20 minute drive on Limberlost road is beautiful I can’t complain.
We have made new memories at this cottage this time around as my then boyfriend proposed on the deck with the picturesque view of the lake. It is definitely our favourite place both then and now.
Scott is a great host, always accommodating and prompt with his responses. Informative and ensures his guests are taken care of.
The only negative feedback I can give is the size of the dock spiders there. Besides some tears and a small panic attack when they decided to greet us it was the best vacation we have had just the two of us without our children.
I cannot speak more highly on both vacations we have had at Camp Lake. We will definitely return.
Thank you Scott!
My husband and I had a wonderful week away. This is a secluded cottage a bit off the beaten path with a private dock. You can see one other cottage from the property but there is a lot of privacy which is exactly what we were going for. The cottage can likely sleep 6 comfortably but we think it is perfect for one couple (with kids if you have them). It is kept tidy and as the owners use the cottage regularily, it feels very lived in and has most of the things you need. We spent our mornings drinking coffee in muskoka chairs on the deck, afternoons floating around on the water and nights by the campfire. I suggest bringing up a set of sheets, toilet paper, paper towels, towels, all your oils and spices and of course anything else you need. If you forget anything, town is not too far away. Bring lots of bug spray and a pair of water shoes if you have them. My husband asked me to book again for next year already!
Scott is a true host. Property was beautiful, cottage well maintained. The chance to swim, fish, canoe, watch VHS movies cannot be beat here. Town is nearby, about 35 minutes, Henrietta's bakery near Dorset is also worth the drive. Look forward to returning.
Cam M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tom T.
1 Oct 2018
Algonquin wilderness experience but in a cottage!
Reviews posted are to date are accurate except drive to town is 45 minutes, not 20. But that's one of the things that what makes this place feel like you're away from it all. None of the reviews mention the amazing hiking at Limberlost Forest and Wildlife Reserve, only a 20 minute drive. Hoping to book this place again next year.
Tom T.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Archival
4/10 Poor
Jim S.
16 Oct 2017
Lovely setting and a well organized process.
When we first arrived we were impressed with the cottage and pleased with the setting. Since we love to canoe, the lake was perfect for long and leisurely excursions. The road to the cottage was easy so access was no problem.
However, since I have asthma we were unable to stay for the entire week since there was mildew on the baseboards inside the cottage. It was also starting to rain that would have made the issue worse.
We would recommend a serious cleaning to try to eliminate the mildew as the dampness of a cottage can make it worse over time.
Jim S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Christian H.
21 Aug 2017
Ein großartiges Cottage an einem phantastischen Ort.
Besser geht es nicht: Ein sehr netter Vermieter, ein perfekt ausgestattetes charmantes Cottage an einem traumhaften abgelegenen See. Wir (fünfköpfige Familie aus Deutschland) waren begeistert. Einfach super!
Christian H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Sophia I.
2 Aug 2017
Idyllic and calm
Cottage is perfectly situated in a quiet bay. Water is deep, clean and beautiful. Such a wonderful get away
Sophia I.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
About the host
Hosted by Scott MacMillan
Apart from spending time at the cottage, I'm an avid traveller and love all sorts of destinations: beach, historic, cultural...especially enjoy scuba diving on my trips!
Why they chose this property
Family friends owned the spot next to this property, so when it came up for sale we went to check it out and fell in love with it!