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Great Location and Fun For Everyone!

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Early Spring looking West
Dining area with extendable, moveable table.
Cozy living room.
Sunroom/Double
Twin/King, Chaise/Single bedroom

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Port Carling, ON
  • Place, The Port Carling Wall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Mirror Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Joseph Golf Club
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskoka, ON (YQA)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living room

1 Double Futon

Sunroom

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Great Location and Fun For Everyone!

WE DO NOT PROVIDE SHEETS, DUVETS OR TOWELS. Pillows, pillow & mattress protectors are provided. Linens can be provided for an extra cost.

NOTE: If you are. five-star guest, search "The Port Carling River House" for additional savings.

The River House is well suited to young and old alike. Situated on one acre of level land and with 330' of waterfront, the single level residence can sleep up to seven people in its two bedrooms (one with a Queen bed, and one with a convertible Twin/King and Chaise/Single), a sunroom with Double sized sofa bed, and Double sofa bed in the living room. The house is a true shabby-chic cottage, yet it has heat, electricity, running water, and other comforts of home. However, the house is not what you've come for!

With its strategic location on a one acre point of level land, and surrounded by 330' of water, you get practically every exposure from the dock with the exception of true West; though due to the shape of the neighbouring River Delta, there are excellent sunsets from the dock through the summer.

The cottage itself is set back only 20 feet from the water at the front side, and boasts a large side yard (towards the dock) and a huge back yard. Historic placement of the cottage on the land, and some well placed mature trees, afford quite a bit of separation from the neighbours. You have all the privacy of a Muskoka cottage with easy access to the urban amenities of Port Carling.​

At night, you can sit under the magnificent Muskoka stars, listen to the loons call, or enjoy a quiet campfire. ​

You can relax on the large dock, or in the new five-person hot tub, and possibly see the historic steamship Segwun or Wenonah go by, or enjoy the parade of antique boats that travel the river. Fishing from the dock or birdwatching can be excellent as you watch the sun go down over the river delta, and the kids can play on the level land with shallow water at the shoreline.

The dock is an oversized, steel structured dock with 400sq ft of decking. As well, for your boating enjoyment, there is a protected slip in which to moor your boat, and enjoy uninhibited swimming off the front.

A ten minute boatride can take you to either Lake Muskoka (direct), Rosseau, or Joseph (through the historic Port Carling Locks). Paddle directly across the river (about 200 yards) to the best playground in Muskoka at Hanna Park, which also hosts the local Farmer's Market on Thursdays. There is a boat launch, small walking/biking trail, volleyball court and great beach at Hanna Park as well.

Take a short drive, or paddle into Port Carling for great shopping, gourmet food, and amazing nightlife. For some longer excursions, the River House is a fifteen minute drive from numerous excellent hiking trails, and a half hour drive from the Towns of Bracebridge or Gravenhurst.

You are responsible for your own cleaning, such that our cleaners can focus on sanitization, and you will be subject to additional charges if the property is not left in the condition to which you arrived. Damages must be reported to the owner immediately.

Amenities at the River House usually include but are not limited to:

A Fully Furnished Cottage Household
Fridge
Stove
Dishwasher
Microwave
Toaster
Coffee Maker
Kettle
Propane BBQ
Pillows, pillow and mattress protectors provided (sheets, duvets and towels are NOT PROVIDED, but are available at an extra cost)
Dish linens provided
Cutlery
Dishes
TV
Roku
DVD Player
Cleaning supplies
Mid-speed WiFi
Bluetooth radio/CD player
Hot water
Propane fireplace and space heaters
Ceiling fans
Fire pit (wood not provided)
Free parking
Private land
Hot tub
Waterfront
Beach access
Etc

We are not able to provide boats of any kind, but there are local rentals available if planned in advance.
Guest access
Recreational amenities include:
330' Waterfront Location
Outdoor Fire Pit (wood not provided)
Large Dock
Shaded Land
Deck Furniture
Picnic Table
Level Land
Life Jackets and limited water toys

Local amenities include:
Shopping
Restaurants
Farmer's Markets
Trails
Beaches
Playgrounds
Recreation Centers
Boat and canoe/kayak rentals
Waterski/wakeboard School
Golf
Tennis
Bars
Live Music
Museum
Scenic Adventures
Water Falls

NOTE: VRBO initially lists rates in USD. For Canadian funds please select CAD at the top right of the page.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
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

About the area

Port Carling

Located in Muskoka Lakes, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Muskoka Lakes Museum and Bala's Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lake Joseph Golf Club and Muskoka Lakes Winery. Santa's Village and Muskoka Sports and Recreation are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Port Carling, ON

What's nearby

  • Lake Rosseau - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • The Port Carling Wall - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Muskoka Lakes Museum - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Mirror Lake - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Lake Joseph Golf Club - 10 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Gravenhurst Station - 39 min drive
  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Juicery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pie Wood Fired Pizza Joint - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Olivers Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Turtle Jack's Port Carling - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Teca Restaurant - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Location and Fun For Everyone! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Great Location and Fun For Everyone!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Location and Fun For Everyone!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Location and Fun For Everyone! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Rosseau and Mirror Lake. The Port Carling Wall and Muskoka Lakes Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Amy

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Languages:

English, French

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