The Mara Waterfront Cottage, Muskoka

Escape to THE MARA, your private Muskoka waterfront sanctuary, where crisp autumn mornings, golden foliage, and peaceful waters create the perfect fall retreat. Wake to a crystal-clear, swimmable river, then unwind in your private wellness room with a Finnish sauna, luxury hot tub, and hammock behind floor-to-ceiling glass doors. Enjoy waterfront firepit evenings, kayaking, a private theatre, and full game room. Soak. Sweat. Breathe. Repeat.

The space
Welcome to The Mara Wellness Retreat a secluded waterfront sanctuary

Retreat Highlights:

The Wellness Room
The heart of The Mara. Your private wellness sanctuary houses a Finnish sauna, a luxury hot tub, and a hanging hammock under one roof with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors and a full garage door that opens seamlessly to the waterfront backyard. Move from sauna heat to cool river air to a starlit soak without ever leaving the property. Contrast therapy has never felt this good.

Waterfront Backyard
Step through the wellness room doors and you're there fire pit, river, and Muskoka sky:
✦ Fire Pit (firewood included s'more away!)
✦ Kayaks & Canoes
✦ Private River Beach & Swimming
✦ Water Toys & Inflatables
✦ Life Jackets Provided
✦ Outdoor BBQ & Outdoor Dining Area
✦ Deck with Gazebo

Basement Rec Room
The fun doesn't stop when the sun goes down:
✦ Pool Table
✦ Air Hockey
✦ Dartboard
✦ Poker Table
✦ Board Games & Table Games

Private Movie Theatre
Sink in for movie night on a 75" screen with a premium surround sound system. Perfect for rainy afternoons or late-night wind-downs.

Cozy Indoor Fireplace
Gather around the fireplace for quiet evenings, wine, and good company.

Comfortable Accommodations
Sleeps 8 across 3 thoughtfully designed bedrooms and 2 Full Bathrooms:
✦ Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
✦ Bedroom 2: Double Bed
✦ Bedroom 3: Bunk Bed — kids love it!
✦ Theatre Room: Sofa Bed

Fully Stocked Kitchen
Cook, gather, and eat together. Everything you need for full meals just bring the groceries.

Private & Gated
A true hidden gem. Gated entrance, secluded setting, and complete privacy from the moment you arrive. No neighbours in sight, just nature.

Always Connected
Optic-fiber high-speed internet throughout stream, work remotely, or video call without a second thought.

Self Check-In
Easy keypad entry. Detailed arrival instructions sent upon booking confirmation.


Explore Muskoka
The Mara sits minutes from some of Ontario's most celebrated outdoor destinations:

✦ Arrowhead Provincial Park hiking, swimming, and world-famous winter ice skating trails (15 min)
✦ Huntsville : charming downtown with restaurants, breweries, boutiques, and farmers markets (20 min)
✦ Bracebridge: waterfalls, shops, and the iconic Santa's Village (25 min)
✦ Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area slopes and rentals for winter weekends (20 min)
✦ Port Sydney Beach a beloved local swimming beach, steps from the property
✦ Algonquin Provincial Park world-class hiking, canoeing, and wildlife (1 hr east)
✦ Deerhurst Resort golf, dining, and spa just down the road


Whether you're here for deep rest, family adventure, or a group getaway Muskoka has everything you need, and The Mara is your perfect base.

Guest access
Feel at home during your stay, with access to the entire ground floor, basement, deck and the remaining open space of the property. Enjoy the serene waterfront view, but kindly refrain from accessing the storage rooms and sheds on the right side of the house. Your comfort and privacy are our top priorities!

Registration Details
STRA-2024-183