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Rockcliffe House, Private Guest Suite on Brandy Lake

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Explore, experience, enjoy
    Guests like the location for activities and attractions nearby.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Port Carling, ON
  • Place, Lake Muskoka
    ‪32 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Main Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rockcliffe House, Private Guest Suite on Brandy Lake

Welcome to Rockcliffe House. With 2,400 feet of water frontage and 20 acres, we are one of the largest privately owned waterfront properties in Muskoka.
You are invited to stay in our Guest Quarters, a private, separate apartment located in the lower level (walkout access) of the main House. There you will find a large full size kitchen and dining area, 2 bedrooms (4 beds), 1 bath and a large living room. The decor is styled with a vintage Muskoka theme.
We live in the main part of the house year round.
Rockcliffe House boasts 2 rocky points of land (Pine Point and Birch Point), with complementary lily pad bays providing iconic Muskoka landscape of yesteryear. Private trails run throughout the property offering hiking and wildlife viewing opportunities.
Deep water swimming is available, with some jumping rocks for the brave, and a small shallow cove for the toddlers.
With multiple exposures, you can enjoy both sunrises and sunsets all summer long from multiple viewing areas.
A large firepit with comfy chairs and firewood ready to burn await you...

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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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Noise: Please respect neighbours and your hosts by staying relatively quiet... especially after 11pm.
Cleanliness: Please leave the property as clean as you found it. Toilet paper only in the toilet.
Shared outside spaces: You are welcome to share the whole property, but please stay off of covered porch area.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9576537
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Port Carling

Located in Muskoka Lakes, this cottage is on the waterfront. Lake Joseph Golf Club and Windermere Golf & Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Muskoka and Hardy Lake Provincial Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa's Village and Muskoka Sports and Recreation. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, waterskiing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Port Carling, ON

Getting around

  • Gravenhurst Station - 35 min drive
  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Juicery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Olivers Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pie Wood Fired Pizza Joint - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Water's Edge Wine Bar & Grill - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rockcliffe House, Private Guest Suite on Brandy Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Rockcliffe House, Private Guest Suite on Brandy Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rockcliffe House, Private Guest Suite on Brandy Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rockcliffe House, Private Guest Suite on Brandy Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rockcliffe House, Private Guest Suite on Brandy Lake located?

This family-friendly Muskoka Lakes cottage is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Muskoka, Lake Rosseau and Mirror Lake. Huckleberry Rock Lookout Trail and Muskoka Lakes Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot close to port Carling
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leonard B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderfully managed accomodation and forested grounds on a rocky lake frontage. Nicely provided kayaks and boats
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arun J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Trip

Jo and Marina were great hosts and the place was beautiful. Really enjoyed our stay :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul, 2022
Thanks for coming Arun... glad you guys enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Salman

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

10/10

Amazing property and location. Extremely accommodating hosts, will definitely go again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2025
Thank you Salman... glad you enjoyed your stay, and hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A stunning sanctuary on Brandy Lake. Comfortable sized space for our little family of 4. Marina and Joe were warm and welcoming hosts. Beautiful place to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Waterfront. Fire pit. Swimming. Fishing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful, private oasis in Muskoka

Rockcliffe is a gem. Marina and Joe have put their heart and soul into creating and maintaining this wonderful property, and it shows. 180 degrees of lake views and access; multiple spots to sit and enjoy Brandy Lake; gorgeous perennial beds and walking paths; there's even a horseshoe pit where you can challenge your spouse! (I did and I won!) 5 minutes from Port Carling's shops and restaurants and 20 minutes to Bala's Kee. The check-in process was seamless and communication with Marina and Joe was a dream. Don't hesitate. Book this oasis!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul, 2025
Thank you Susan. It was a pleasure to meet you guys and we hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

We had a great stay at Rockcliffe House! Joe and Marina were excellent hosts with great hospitality and local knowledge. The property is amazing, with trails, horse shoe pits, fire pit, outdoor seating and bbq area! Everything was very clean and in great condition. The property is very private with plenty of separation from the neighbours. The interior is very comfortable with plenty of space to spread out, great kitchen for cooking in and living space with plenty of games. Everything was very clean and comfy! Has close proximity to town, golf courses, boat launches, parks and beaches. Couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay in Muskoka!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2024
Thanks Mike. You guys were a pleasure to have. Glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little piece of paradise

My husband and I had such a peaceful, relaxed, soul-nourishing mini-vacation at Rockcliffe House. The property is huge with lots of waterfront to itself so you get seclusion and privacy. It is so beautifully landscaped in a style harmonious to the environment and very well maintained. The rental space feels very separate from the rest of the cottage. It is very spacious with high ceilings so doesn't feel "basement-like" rather, that you have your own little cottage. Lots to do between kayaking, canoeing, swimming, hiking, playing horse shoes, relaxing on the hammock and sitting around a campfire. Every detail is considered inside and so clean and quiet. The hosts are so lovely. This was our first stay but we'll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul, 2024
Glad you guys enjoyed your stay, Katherine... see you next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jess C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private Oasis, Breathtaking Views

This was our first trip to Canada (from the US) we were in town for a family wedding and decided to extend our trip. This property is the perfect escape if you are looking for a quiet retreat with magnificent views. Brandy Lake is stunning. We had so much fun kayaking and jumping off the large boulders. The property is magnificent--it is obvious how much love and effort Marina and Joe have put into this place. There are lots of places to sit and enjoy your morning coffee, sun and shade lover options, places for kids to safely run around and explore, and private nooks where mom can enjoy some solitude. Great campfire set-up, well stocked kitchen tools and appliances, loved that coffee/tea and evoo and vinegar were included too. Internet service was strong (I needed to take a video call for work --it was fine!) Port Carling is a great town, good restaurants and shopping and so close! Honestly, the pictures do not do this place justice, it is far better in person. Loved every minute of our stay, thanks again! The Millards
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun, 2022
A pleasure having you... glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magnifique et reposant
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Beryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great escape

We loved the property inside and out. Well stocked with essentials and games. Very friendly owners. We found it difficult to swim. We are seniors. A small dock and ladder would be amazing. Definitely recommend it for a get away
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!

The goods: The property is nice and well kept, there are great places to sit and read, catch some rays, or have a fire at night. The bbq is good. The shoreline is epic to explore, lots of giant rocks and cliffs. The forest is clean and well maintained. There are multiple places to fish right off the shore line, we caught lots of sunfish and small bass on worms and hooks. It's only a few minutes from Port Carling, which is an awesome town; the shops and restaurants are amazing. Brandy Lake is small and calm, there are boats pulling around kids on tubes but nothing crazy like on some other local lakes. The canoe and kayaks are in good condition and fun for the family, with lots of life jacket options. The cottage is nice and tidy, very nicely designed and decorated and comes with lots of great things to do. The kitchen is well laid out, modern appliances, lots of space to store your food and well stocked with cooking utensils. The bedrooms are good. The bathroom is good. The main living area is great, with a large TV, board games, and a dart board. The Needs to Improves: Relatively speaking, it was a little expensive for accommodating 6 people; if it had accommodations for 8 (i.e., 2 families), the rate would be bang on amazing. The cottage was kept pretty cold with no temperature controls; it was very hot outside and you needed to wear long sleeves and pants indoors. The challenge of bringing children is they are messy; the lack of a small washer and drier was inconvenient. Not that anyone wants to do laundry on vacation, but it means you need to overpack which isn't a lovely alternative. You need to bring your own towels as well (face towers, shower towels and beach towels); again since there isn't a laundry option, it adds a lot of packing. You should also bring your own pillows if you are particular; again more packing. The owners have a nice dog which left a couple of presents in the area right as you walk out of the door, that remained for several days. The paths around the cottage are generally maintained, but I do not advise walking around in flipflops as the brush is pretty thick and we had more than a few nicks and scratches as we traversed to the rocks and boats. The wifi wasn't great, it worked ok in the main living area, but barely in the kitchen or bedrooms. Overall, we enjoyed the cottage very much. A few minor inconveniences that would have been easy to overlook if not for the premium price.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug, 2021
Steve, thanks for the 5 Star rating and the thorough review! We appreciate all of your comments and are glad you enjoyed your stay! We wish you had spoke with us about the cold and the dog presents. Turning up the thermostat (or simply closing the vents yourself) and a shoveling are pretty easy fixes that we would have been happy to do. The wifi is about as good as you can get in Muskoka outside of the urban areas, but I will look into how to improve the coverage areas around the guest suite. Thanks for pointing that out. Also, I know staying in Muskoka at peak time can be expensive. For a more affordable option, maybe consider vacationing in June or September as most hosts offer discounted rates in the shoulder season.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of a kind cottage getaway!

Marina and Joe’s property is one of a kind! Such a wonderful place with so many interesting areas for the kids to explore. Our kids will be talking about this place forever… very unique trails on site, with a soccer area, and a handful of entries to have a swim in the lake! It is not your average cottage, it is definitely top of the list! Very clean, air conditioned and Marina and Joe were wonderful at being available for questions! Thank you for making a memorable week for my family, we would love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug, 2021
So nice to have you and your family here... hope we see you again...
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mehdi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Refreshing

Looking to "get away"... Rockcliffe is truly the place to be to escape the day to day and be able to relax. My husband and 3 kids had a hard time to leave and wished our days were extended. Lot's of fun - canoeing, fishing, swimming and bon fires. Thank you Marina and Joe, we sure hope to see you in the near future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2021
Great having you all here... so nice when kids especially, are having such fun on the property. Hope to see you all again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vana D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend getaway!

We visited as a family of 5 and it was the perfect getaway. Spacious, cozy, and beautiful views. We thoroughly enjoyed the fire pit, kayaking/canoeing, and exploring the trails. The hosts were incredibly warm and welcoming. They made themselves accessible to us. The location is excellent for exploring Port Carling and surrounding areas. Highly recommend and would come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug, 2021
Thanks Vana... so nice for us too, when we see people enjoying the property like you guys did... hope we see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PETER A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location and very unique cottage right on Brandy Lake!

The property is beautifully maintained and the cottage is full of interesting features and items. The cottage was well-stocked with everything we needed. This property is in a great location for exploring nearby communities in the Muskokas.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2021
Thanks Peter, glad you guys enjoyed your time in Muskoka, and we hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lien P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A warm homey family place

The place is full of characters . The owners really put their heart into making nice and comfortable place for guests. My boys instantly fell in love with the place. The treasures they found were priceless ! Thanks Marina and Joe for your warmth and caring. We’ll be back ….
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul, 2021
Thanks Lien... you guys were a pleasure to have. Glad you enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to seeing you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Habeeb M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Really great location with friendly hosts. Our kids loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2021
A pleasure having you… glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mina W.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Marina Baker

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We (Marina and Joe) recently retired from our small furniture and gift store which we operated in Port Carling from 1996 to 2023. We started building our dream home in 2007, and have continued to make improvements every year since. We have two kids, both recently graduated from university.

Why they chose this property

This property is very special to us. We have invested considerable time and energy into improving the landscape (ie. we have planted over 8000 trees) and the building (doing all the renovations hands-on ourselves).
Please have lots of fun, and please also respect the land and the building and your Hosts that live upstairs!

What makes this property unique

Most properties like ours, were subdivided and the parts sold off many years ago. With 2400 feet of waterfront, Rockcliffe House is one of the biggest remaining mainland waterfront properties left in Muskoka.

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