Very cozy cottage! Our family of 4 had very good time here.
Veronika Z.
2024 年 8 月に 7 泊滞在
2/10 (非常に不満)
Mike P.
2025 年 7 月 26 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション
気になった点 : 掲載情報の正確さ
No privacy! Non-stop noise. Book somewhere else.
If you expect peace and quiet at this cottage, that’s apparently your mistake—at least according to the owner, who implied it was my fault for not asking for it when I booked. The photos look serene, but they omit the giant cottage sharing the same property just feet away, packed with 16 people, crying babies, and screaming toddlers screaming. Privacy? None. Silence? I’m not the only one. Read the reviews people have complained about the lack of privacy for over 10 years. It was my fault for not reading the reviews prior to booking. Don’t make my mistake.
Mike P.
2025 年 7 月に 7 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Susan S.
2024 年 6 月 15 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Cute little cottage
Very cute little cottage, with a beautiful view. My family and I enjoyed our experience.
Susan S.
2024 年 6 月に 5 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Kealyn D.
2024 年 10 月 29 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Cozy retreat
From the moment you arrive everything is as it says. Cosy, warm and relaxing. The cabin is spotless and everything we needed was available. The beds are super comfortable. The property is amazing with a beautiful view. Highly recommended.
Kealyn D.
2024 年 10 月に 3 泊滞在
8/10 (良い)
kevin f.
2024 年 8 月 27 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Bala beau
The cottage
kevin f.
2024 年 7 月に 7 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Mike V.
2023 年 8 月 5 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Recommended small waterfront cottage
Excellent waterfront cottage and a short walk into the town of Bala. Loved that it offered a private dock with use of kayaks and paddle board. Would definitely recommend.
Mike V.
2023 年 7 月に 7 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Ashley I.
2024 年 10 月 14 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Best disconnect ever
The house, property, and location exceeded our expectations. Phil was very responsive and so helpful! The house had everything we needed and was perfect for our family of 4! Our two littles had no issues with the stairs (5&2) and we all slept great in the loft. Beds were very comfortable and overall the home is so cozy. Can’t wait to come back!
Ashley I.
2024 年 10 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Simon A.
2020 年 6 月 16 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
A hidden gem in the muskokas
This property is a great value for all the amenities you get. Phil has done a great job of creating an inviting environment where you can escape your day to day and just relax. The cottage comes equipped with everything you could possibly need (and board games for rainy days!). My fiance and I had an awesome time at this property relaxing, cooking smores by the fire and kayaking around long lake. Would stay again in a heart beat!!
Simon A.
2020 年 6 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Margaret H.
2022 年 7 月 15 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Bala’s Little Secret
We were pleasantly surprised with our little cottage. It was just 2 of us and a dog. We had company stay one night and we were all comfortable. Cottage is well appointed with everything you need. Great waterfront and nice swimming So close to Bala (we walked one day) Port Carling, Gravenhurst. Totally happy. Philip and Claudia are great hosts. Very attentive and easy to get a hold of. We would rent again.
Margaret H.
2022 年 7 月に 7 泊滞在
8/10 (良い)
Lee S.
2022 年 9 月 20 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Bala's little secret
Great location and super property on downside would be it is between 2 rentals which are large and one of which is a shared property. We had great families so wasn't an issue but it could have been.
Property owner is very available and great to deal with.
Be aware there is a ladder staircase to the loft space so if you have mobility issues not the property for you but listing shows this.
The fire table on the large front porch overlooking the water is just delightful and really added to our overall enjoyment of the property.
Lots of water toys at your disposal.
Lee S.
2022 年 8 月に 14 泊滞在
6/10 (普通)
Dmitry S.
2022 年 5 月 26 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション
Cabin is just fine
- first of all it is a cabin, not a cottage
- internet connection it terribly slow and unreliable. You probably can check weather or do text chat, but nothing more.
- all beds are in the same room, so adults will not have any private space
- loft smells, most probably it is a smell of mice feces (I grown up in a country side, I know smells)
- expect additional charge on top of all VRBO charges
Dmitry S.
2022 年 5 月に 6 泊滞在
8/10 (良い)
Douglas N.
2024 年 9 月 18 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Douglas N.
2024 年 8 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
James C.
2024 年 7 月 16 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Lakeside Retreat
Had a great stay at Philip's cabin! Amazing location in cottage country with lakeside access.
Had a great time hanging out by the fire pit and going kayaking on the lake. The kayaks were complementary!
There was power outage with the broader grid while we were there (which was completely outside their control) but the hosts were very responsive to our messages and calls.
Note this is one of two dwellings on his lakeside property. This is the cozy cabin and the other is the main house. You might get other guests in the adjacent main house and the backyards of both dwellings both bleed into each other as they lead into the lake. There is a separate fire pit and kayaks for this cabin and the main house has their own.
James C.
2024 年 6 月に 6 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Martin K.
2023 年 10 月 23 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
A Perfect Hidden Secret
Fell in love with this Secret Gem from the moment we arrived. So comfy and welcoming. The cottage itself was lovely and well maintained. And if that was not enough you walk outside to the most incredible view of the lake. Then to enjoy the view even further we sat on the dock and enjoyed the amazing reflection of the autumn leaves colours and sun bouncing off the water. A perfect spot to enjoy some drinks and listen to music. I can see why they call it their little secret, it’s a special place to us! Philip and Claudia were great host.
Martin K.
2023 年 10 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Melissa G.
2022 年 10 月 24 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
No complaints! This place was clean, quaint very cosy and intimate.
They had everything we needed and then some. Absolutely beautiful location!! About 20 minutes away from any amenities. A perfect getaway for anyone who’s looking to reconnect and ground themselves!
Melissa G.
2022 年 10 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
paul S.
2022 年 9 月 19 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Awesome gem in Bala!!
We had a great stay, cottage was cozy and the host was very responsive.
The 'town' folk were also very welcoming...overall a wonderful vibe.
paul S.
2022 年 9 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Tony C.
2022 年 5 月 5 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Wonderfully place to stay
Great place to relax and enjoy nature.
Excellent communication with owner, prompt response for any issues.
Tony C.
2022 年 5 月に 4 泊滞在
8/10 (良い)
Stuart O.
2021 年 10 月 6 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Nice getaway
Overall good place to stay.
Directions and check in were spot on. Cabin was clean and well appointed.
The cabin is small. And the staircase is a bit steep and narrow.
We went at the end of September and the lake was quiet and peaceful. Nice dock, nice fire pit and a nice deck with glass rail for a great view. All the cottages on this lake are close together so in high season I would think it might be busy. It is close to town and easy to walk in for essentials or a meal. Bathroom with shower were recently renovated very nicely.
Stuart O.
2021 年 9 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Mary Ann M.
2021 年 9 月 24 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
It is truly a beautiful getaway. A home away from home with all the conveniences.
An excellent family cottage. For me personally, I stayed on the first floor as I have knee issues and the angle of the loft stairs may have been a challenge. The pullout futon on the first floor was surprisingly very comfortable. The bathroom and shower was 1st rate. A complete kitchen which was fully equipped with all the appliances. Communication with the owner was immediate and responsive. This is a cozy, homie cottage with a lovely little beach and dock to launch a kayak and sit and take in a sunset. Will go back!
Mary Ann M.
2021 年 9 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Mandeep S.
2021 年 4 月 21 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Great property with beautiful view and great hosts.
Awesome experience, beautiful fully equipped property with great view. Hosts were extremely helpful.
Mandeep S.
2021 年 4 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Brenda C.
2020 年 11 月 22 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Relaxing time at Bala’s Little Secret
This property is just as described and presented! Cute cabin with everything you need. The time of year we chose was quiet, which is exactly what we wanted. I would love to return during warmer weather to experience everything it has to offer! Phil and Claudia were amazing hosts and very accommodating to our specific needs. Thank you for sharing your ‘little secret’!!
Brenda C.
2020 年 10 月に 4 泊滞在
8/10 (良い)
Nicole D.
2020 年 10 月 24 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Cute, clean but not very private
This cottage is super cute. Nicely stocked. Clean. Decorated adorably. Great views. But it is on shared property with a larger cottage. If you are looking for seclusion this isn’t the place.
Nicole D.
2020 年 10 月に 5 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Hoi L.
2020 年 10 月 17 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Wow!
Wonderful little cottage for a small family looking for a quiet getaway. The pictures do not do it justice.
Hoi L.
2020 年 10 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
宿泊されたお客様
2020 年 9 月 28 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Magnifique!
This a an amazing little spot. The cottage is so cute and cozy, and the little electric fireplace makes for a sweet atmosphere when the nights are a bit chilly. The kitchen is very well equipped, the beds are super comfy, the bathroom is surprisingly big and the shower is really cool! Outside, the little deck is perfect for a nice candlelight dinner (they provide lots of “Off” for the mosquitos), you can also lounge in the hammock, or sit by the nice firepit, but the dock is the star of the show. Yes, it is perfect for a glass of wine while gazing at the unbelievably beautiful lake, or for hours of reading and writing (which I did). Note that the neighbours are pretty close on each side, so it can get a bit noisy (depending on your neighbours) but the cottage in itself is just fantastic and the lake view is so breathtaking, it is worth it. A huge thanks to the owners for such a sweet, cozy and amazing place
宿泊されたお客様
2020 年 9 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Allison W.
2020 年 8 月 3 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Best cottage experience for our family of 4
From the moment we arrived we enjoyed every aspect of this amazing cottage. This little cottage met our every need from the perfect dock with comfortable seating for two, to a comfortable outdoor patio, to a relaxing den to enjoy at night and on those rainy days. We are already looking to rebook for next year and felt like we found our own personally family getaway.