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Relax, you've discovered your secluded winter wonderland here at Idlehour.

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A wooden deck with a metal railing overlooking a lake surrounded by trees.
A wooden cabin interior with a large dining table, benches, and a chandelier.
A cozy cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, and a sofa with patterned cushions.
A wooden pathway with lanterns, surrounded by rocks and trees, leading to a dock by a calm lake.
A cabin with a stone pathway leading to a wooden deck, surrounded by trees.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Huntsville, ON
  • Place, Peninsula Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake of Bays
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Deerhurst Lakeside Golf Course
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskoka, ON (YQA)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Lake of Bays

Lake of Bays is home to this cottage. Deerhurst Lakeside Golf Course and Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Huntsville Civic Center Algonquin Theater and Canada Summit Centre. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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What's nearby

  • Peninsula Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake of Bays - 1 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Deerhurst Lakeside Golf Course - 8 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Arrowhead Provincial Park - 15 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kawartha Dairy - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Row & Roast Coffee Co. - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax, you've discovered your secluded winter wonderland here at Idlehour. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Relax, you've discovered your secluded winter wonderland here at Idlehour. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Relax, you've discovered your secluded winter wonderland here at Idlehour. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax, you've discovered your secluded winter wonderland here at Idlehour. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relax, you've discovered your secluded winter wonderland here at Idlehour. located?

This family-friendly Lake of Bays cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Peninsula Lake and Lake of Bays. Dwight Beach and Golden Pheasant Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location right on the lake. Quiet and wonderful views. Communication with the host was very friendly, prompt and helpful. A nice family cottage - not fancy but everything you could possibly need.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 19 Oct, 2026
Thank you for your review Tammy. Fall is so beautiful looking out over the lake and enjoying walks with the crisp fall air. I'm so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idlehour Cottage was just the place that we needed to relax and unwind, have some home-cooked meals with a kitchen that meets all your needs. The cottage is equipped with all you need for a wonderful stay. The fall foliage, beautiful water views, morning coffee down at the dock. Nice clean cottage with a host that responds within minutes. Can't wait to book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and quiet. Used this as my home base for photographing Algonquin and Muskoka. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct, 2026
Wow Maurice, spectacular pictures, you certainly captured the beautiful fall colours. The peace and quiet makes Idlehour a great way to escape the city for a cozy retreat. Thanks again for your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovd the cottage!! Steve provided plenty of firewood and kindling which was part of the highlight of staying there, the fireplace on the main floor. The kitchen was well stocked with all the necessities, plus a few extras (spices, tea....) The bed was very comfortable, I slept the night through!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct, 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay Gord. I absolutely agree, you can't beat the warmth and coziness of sitting next to the fire. Thanks again for your stay.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct, 2026
Thanks Kevin, I'm glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very pleased with our cottage rental. Peninsula Lake is scenic and historic. The cottage is roomy, well maintained, very clean, comfortable. Has everything you need. We loved the viewpoint from the deck, dock and from the interior large windows. The road to the cottage is quiet and there is lots of privacy. Booked it for 2027!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept, 2026
Thanks for your kind review Barb, we also love how quiet things are this time of year. Sit on the dock, watch the wildlife or enjoy an indoor or outdoor fire. If you need to its also a great place to get caught up on work with the high speed internet.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was family friendly, cozy and with many fun things to do.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May, 2026
Thanks for your kind review. We are constantly updating the cottage to make your stay even more enjoyable. No matter what the weather has in store you will find something fun to do at Idlehour.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great week. The cottage was comfortable and had everything we needed. The lake is beautiful. Enjoyed the gorgeous sunsets from the dock each night. Thanks for a great week!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2026
Thanks for your review Julie. We also love the beautiful sunsets off the dock. If you can wake up early enough the sunrise is also a great way to start the day with your morning coffee.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully quiet and serene visit. Comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen. And lots of idle hours!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jun, 2026
Thanks again for your return visit Steve. It certainly is a peaceful time of year and the wildlife are out in full force.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved everything about this cottage! It was perfectly clean on arrival and the kitchen was extremely well equipped. The living area is spacious and there are board games there for a rainy day! It’s on a very quiet road and the waterfront is well suited for small children. The dock was perfect for our 19 ft boat and there are lots of other water toys provided. The lake itself is beautiful and there’s lots to do in the area. Steve communicated clearly with us right from the start. He was prompt answering questions, gave us good directions and helped make the checkin process easy. We love Idlehour and my adult kids are bugging us for a return next year!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept, 2026
Thank you for your kind review Jo Ann. We do our best to provide new games for our guests to enjoy. Sunshine or rain we want your stay to be as enjoyable as possible. The new lake entry added in the fall has been a huge hit with our renters of all ages. Thank you and we hope to see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and we have lots of fun for the winter break
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb, 2026
Thank you for your kind review. It has been a great winter for snowmobile trails, ice fishing, skiing and tobogganing. So glad to see you took advantage of these wonderful conditions. Thanks for the snowman you built at the end of the driveway. 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just spent a few days at Idlehour and it was a wonderful cottage experience. Steve was quick to answer my list of questions and made it clear he was available at any time for more. Check in/check out was smooth. I definitely overpacked because the owners have thought of everything - books/games/puzzles, a clothesline, lots of kindling/firewood, and a FULLY stocked kitchen including basic spices, sugar and teas. There is ample seating inside and out, great swimming/paddleboarding (you must do it at sunset!) and a beautiful dock to view the skies - and the loon that seemed to make an appearance every evening. Loved being close enough to Algonquin Park to fit in a hike. Great cottage - the photos online don’t do it justice. Hope to go again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words Karen. We try our best to ensure the cottage has everything you need for a great stay! We love our guests feedback and do our best to constantly improve. We couldn't agree more with being on the water for every sunset! Thanks again for choosing Idlehour.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place! Was nice to go and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan, 2026
Glad to hear you enjoyed your stay Andrea. Idlehour is the perfect way to escape the hustle and bustle of the city this time of year. Thank you fpr your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for the whole family. Views of the lake by the cozy fire meant we were never sad when the weather wasn't behaving. One of the most responsive hosts I have ever dealt with.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr, 2026
Thanks so much for your kind review. It's tough when the weather doesn't cooperate especially with small children. Sitting around the fire playing games is always fun and we have lots of options.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was my second visit to Idlehour, and the property has only gotten better. I cannot stress enough just how good a deal this property is, so much space and a very nice and thoughtful host to top it off.Stop looking at other properties in the area, you're not gonna find a better place and host than this in the entire region!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May, 2026
Thanks so much for returning and your thoughtful review. We are constantly working to improve Idlehour and make it a fun and clean place to stay for every renter.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a lovely cosey space and minimal hassle to check in and out.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan, 2026
Thank you Chris, it is the perfect time of year for peace and quiet. The fresh snow is beautiful in the tree's and perfect for a nice walk, cross country ski or skate on the ice. It's so nice to sit in front of the cozy fire and play board games, chess, do a puzzle or just relax with your family and friends.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
View on both front and rear decks which was amazing.Tranquility just what we were looking for.Felt at home, relaxing and quiet just what we needed.Watching the deer so close amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar, 2026
Thanks so much for your kind review. It certainly is a relaxing and quiet time of year. I love these warm days with the snow and ice. :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, well built and designed place! Loved it here :)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct, 2025
Thank you Patrick. Our cottage is well built and a beautiful spot to stay in the fall and winter. Peace, quiet, cozy fires, games and fresh air.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful place! Thanks for hosting us
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful spring stay

We had a great stay, and will definitely be back. The cottage is in a beautiful location, is large and comfortable with two fireplaces, and it is close to hiking, towns, restaurants, and anything else you could want.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr, 2025
Thank you Eva for your stay. We also enjoy going for a nice walk or taking a short drive to Algonquin or Arrowhead. Looks like you got to watch the ice go out.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was so serene and peaceful. Idle house has a beautiful view of the lake and there were lots of areas to sit outside. We loved the dock and screened in patio. We saw butterflies, ducks and deer. The kitchen was well equipped with utensils, and there was a good selection of basics (oil, spices) that helped. It was very quiet (which was great for us) and close to town. The bedrooms were comfortable, we brought our own sheets/towels but the quilts are provided. There was a small beach just a quick walk down the road, but it was also easy to walk into the water beside the dock. The dock was lovely, and the sun hit early in the morning and later in the afternoon, which is perfect for hot days. Steve was very responsive and gave excellent directions to find the Idle house, and was very inclined to ensure we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun, 2026
Thanks for your kind words Katie. Im so glad you enjoyed the lake, cottage and were able to see lots of wildlife. Nice to hear you used and enjoyed the new stone stairs into the water. Thanks again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was amazing, and Steve was extremely friendly, organized, and helpful. The cottage was clean, and had lovely spaces and views. The view of the lake was gorgeous.
View of the lake from the cottage
Lake in the morning
Lake in the evening
Lake in the morning
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct, 2025
Thanks for your comments Austin. I love the lake this time of year, so peaceful and you feel you practically have the lake to yourself. We always pride ourselves in keeping the cottage as clean as possible. Glad you had a great time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view is incredible. The cottage is charming, especially when the wood fireplace is roaring. There were lots of games to play, the kitchen is well stocked with all the utensils and pots and pans. Steve was great to communicate with. Bring hand towels and as well as bath towels.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar, 2026
Thank you for your response. We do our best to keep the cottage updated, stocked with the things you might need and keep it fun for the whole family. Glad you enjoyed some peace by the fire, nice nature walks and a ski at Hidden Valley. Sounds like you made the most of your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent 4 seasons property.

Loved our stay at the cottage. Very homely.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar, 2026
Thanks, we certainly enjoy all the seasons up here as well. Spring walks and fires, summer water sports, fall leaves and winter snow fun.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage on a wonderful lake. Well maintained and operated - host was very responsive. The place has everything you need for a cottage getaway - kitchen items, water gear and fire wood.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2025
Glad to hear you had a great time. The fall, winter and spring months are very peaceful and quiet. It's also a beautiful time of year to be at the cottage. Thank you Dylan
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