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Far Far Away Cottage - 300 feet of private waterfront - 1.5 acres - quiet lake

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A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, wooden flooring, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A campsite with Adirondack chairs, picnic tables, and a fire pit.
Stunning custom greenheart hardwood flooring throughout cottage.
A snow-covered landscape with a house featuring large windows and a sloped roof.
A wooden pathway leading to a house surrounded by trees.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Magnetawan, ON
  • Place, Whitestone Lake
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Magnetewan Heritage Center
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Screaming Heads
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Far Far Away Cottage - 300 feet of private waterfront - 1.5 acres - quiet lake

Tucked back on a quiet country road, this waterfront cottage on 1.5 acres is sure to be a place that your family will want to come back to every year. Far Far Away is a 1800 sq ft spacious newly built, well maintained and beautifully decorated cottage on Simmons Lake near Magnetawan. With all the comforts of home, the cottage offers 2 screened-in Muskoka rooms so you can sit peacefully relaxing, listening to the loons or watching the Humming Birds. This natural wooded lot has a board walk for an easy walk to the shoreline. The large dock and swim platform along the 300 ft of waterfront is your gateway to great fishing, swimming, canoeing, kayaking and Paddle boarding on this quiet spring-fed lake. The quaint nearby town of Magnetawan offers you a grocery store and restaurant, LCBO, Farmer’s Market and great sight-seeing. The vibrant town of Huntsville is just 30 mins south.

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Close and lock all windows and doors. Put all used linens and towels in bathtub. Return key to lockbox box.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Simmons Lake is a small, family oriented, private Lake Please be considerate of our neighbours and refrain from any excess noise.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number #2026-25
Property # 9965819
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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Magnetawan

Magnetawan is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Petrita Island and Whitestone Lake, while Screaming Heads and Magnetewan Heritage Center are cultural highlights.
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Magnetawan, ON

What's nearby

  • Whitestone Lake - 19 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Magnetewan Heritage Center - 22 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Fairholme Lake - 29 min drive - 34.3 km
  • Screaming Heads - 33 min drive - 24.5 km
  • Waubuno Beach - 59 min drive - 74.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Swiss Country House - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Magnetawan Grill and Grocery - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Cornball Store - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Far Far Away Cottage - 300 feet of private waterfront - 1.5 acres - quiet lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Far Far Away Cottage - 300 feet of private waterfront - 1.5 acres - quiet lake?

As of 16 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Far Far Away Cottage - 300 feet of private waterfront - 1.5 acres - quiet lake on 20 Nov, 2026 start from S$3,926, 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 Far Far Away Cottage - 300 feet of private waterfront - 1.5 acres - quiet lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Far Far Away Cottage - 300 feet of private waterfront - 1.5 acres - quiet lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Far Far Away Cottage - 300 feet of private waterfront - 1.5 acres - quiet lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Far Far Away Cottage - 300 feet of private waterfront - 1.5 acres - quiet lake located?

Situated in Magnetawan, this cottage is 8.1 mi (13 km) from Petrita Island and within 16 miles (25 km) of Screaming Heads and Whitestone Lake. Magnetewan Heritage Center and La Brash Lake are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phoebe M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My teens and I spent a week at the Far Far Away Cottage and cannot say enough good things about this gorgeous place! The cottage is so beautiful, the property and lake view so relaxing. I enjoyed watching the hummingbirds every morning from the screened in porch, while drinking a coffee and listening to all the other birds. Nightly canoe rides on the lake, watching fish jumping and we even were able to see two beavers swimming across with their little heads poking out of the lake as they swam along. The hammock by the water was too easy to fall asleep in and watching the deer walk a path in front of the property was so fun. We had a wonderful week and hope to be back again soon!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2026
So happy to hear that you and your teens had a great time at the cottage and were able to enjoy so many of the things we love about the place! Also wanted to say thank you so much for respecting the properly, the other cottagers on the lake and for leaving the place so neat and clean! You and your family are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

adam f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host. Nice private lake with plenty of quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

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

Perfect getaway

Such a beautiful place, nice quaint getaway. Very true to advertisement and great host to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug, 2024
Thank You so much Laura! We’d love to have you back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie I.

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

Far Far Away Cottage

We loved our stay at this beautiful property. It is just as beautiful in person as it is in the photos. The hosts were very responsive when we had a small issue. I can't thank them enough. We would love to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jackelyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A home away from home. This cottage is beautiful inside and out and had everything you need to be comfortable and more. The kitchen is beyond equipped, the place was sparkling clean and every detail to ensure a comfortable stay had been thought of. Greg was an excellent host, the communication was clear and accurate. Thank you for sharing your wonderful place with us, we hope to visit Far Far Away again soon!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay! We hope you do choose to come back to Far Far Away again! :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt R.

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

Amazing destination

What a fantastic long weekend getaway at the far far away cottage. The pictures don’t do this cottage justice, it’s absolutely stunning. Everything was better than advertised and the host was easy to communicate with. 10/10 on all fronts and will be returning next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This really is a delightful airy pleasantly cool property with plenty of natural light, a place secluded enough to be private but close enough to shops etc just a few minutes down the road. It was super clean when we arrived and the wifi worked perfectly. I particularly enjoyed rowing and kayaking on the lake and sitting next to the busy hummingbird feeder. The handful of neighbours are far enough away that you don’t hear any noise. Highly recommended.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2025
So glad you enjoyed your stay and were able to enjoy your time on the lake!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

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

Fun at Far, far Away

Our group of six adults was fortunate to enjoy three nights at the end of July at the cottage named Far, far Away ( named for a place in the movie, Shrek) Situated on a private spring-fed lake, it is exactly as presented in the listing. The water was perfect for swimming, fishing and paddling around. The hammock was a hit too. The cottage -more like a lodge -is fully equipped and very comfortable. We had a bbq each night followed by a campfire. The wood was provided by the host. Communication with the host was excellent. I would highly recommend Far, far Away and would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2024
Thank you so much Colleen! I’m so glad that you enjoyed your time at far far away! We would be honoured to have you and your family as guests again!🙏
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jessica S.

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

Far, Far Away was perfect!

We had a little trouble finding the cottage, but that was no fault but our own as we put the directions in wrong. But...once we got there...we were blown away by the place. It was absolutely mesmerizing. Everything inside was clean and organized, not to mention there was tons of things to use! (I.e., paddle boards, paddles, kayak, fishing rods, kitchen cutlery/utilities, towels and bedding). The huge window was where I spent my rainy mornings, looking out at the gorgeous view. The host was also super active in answering any of my questions while we were there. I would say the only reason this amazing place lost a star for this review would be because of the rules left on paper at the cottage. All of them made perfect sense (how to use the fancy BBQ, how to use the dishwasher, etc.), but one of them was about taking all your garbage & recycling with you when you left, as well as make sure thr place was exactly how you found it. It made the additional $200 cleaning fee feel a bit unfair in the end. Either way, this was a wonderful experience - our indoorsy kiddo got out there and fully enjoyed the outdoorsy experience, so much that she wants to go back again next summer. Thanks, Far Far Away!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug, 2024
Thanks for that awesome review! I’m so glad that you and your family enjoyed your stay. We do ask that you leave the cottage neat and tidy when you leave but we don’t expect it to be spotless we do have a professional cleaner that comes in after every stay to take care of that:) looking forward to having you as a guest again next season. BTW the cleaner did comment on how tidy the place was when you left! Much appreciated.

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