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Vacation rentals in Muskoka Lakes

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Top-rated vacation rentals in Muskoka Lakes

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Cabin in Eagle Lake
Haliburton A frame cabin
Perfect couples retreat. This entire A frame cabin is located on 2.5 acres of land shared with the hosts separate house located 150ft away. On top of sir sams ski and 3 minutes from eagle lake with public beach access and boat launch/atv/ snowmobile trail heads nearby Queen bed in loft access by ladder Wood burning stove/baseboard heating/mini split 43” smart tv with Netflix and fibe internet Outdoor fire pit and A frame wood shed Wood burning Sauna Snow tires and 4WD required in winter
ﺩ.ﺇ678 per night
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Home in Port Carling
Waterfront Boutique Cottage Getaway
Welcome to your cozy and relaxing cottage getaway in Muskoka. Situated on the serene waters of Bass Lake, explore the nearby town of Port Carling - known for its Snowmobiling Trails, Charming Shops, Restaurants, and stunning Lakeside View. A short walk to Bass Lake Roadhouse Restaurant. This home is surrounded by lush trees and stunning views of the water, it is the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern amenities to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable all year round.
ﺩ.ﺇ1,282 per night
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Cottage in Bracebridge
The Hudson - Riverside Cabin, Bracebridge
Nestled in the pines on the Muskoka River is this cozy one-bedroom cottage, ideal for a couple’s retreat. The Hudson offers the best of all worlds: it is relaxing, tranquil, and private, but you’re only a 10-minute drive from the Town of Bracebridge with unique shops, restaurants, groceries, and breweries, not to mention numerous tourist attractions. Marked trails are direct across the river. For more photos and information visit us on IG (at) thehudson.riversidecabin
ﺩ.ﺇ797 per night

Stay near Muskoka Lakes's top sights

Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve89 locals recommend
JW Marriott The Rosseau Muskoka Resort & Spa21 locals recommend
Gravenhurst Muskoka Wharf58 locals recommend
Six Mile Lake Provincial Park13 locals recommend
The KEE to Bala95 locals recommend
Big Chute Marine Railway22 locals recommend

Other great vacation rentals in Muskoka Lakes

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Cabin in Washago
Scandinavian Riverfront Cabin Muskoka
ﺩ.ﺇ770 per night
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Cabin in Parry Sound
Secluded Forest Cabin on Quiet Lake in Parry Sound
ﺩ.ﺇ751 per night
Cottage in Torrance
Muskoka 2 Bedroom Cottage With Hot Tub
ﺩ.ﺇ640 per night
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Cottage in Tiny
Bluestone
ﺩ.ﺇ585 per night
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Treehouse in Utterson
The Water’s Edge * * Unique Muskoka Treehouse * *
ﺩ.ﺇ2,593 per night
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Place to stay in Harcourt
Cozy Cabin for 2 Nestled in the Pines (With Sauna)
ﺩ.ﺇ855 per night
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Cottage in Huntsville
Escape North to Muskoka A-Frame | 4-Season Chalet
ﺩ.ﺇ689 per night
Home in Gravenhurst
Sunfilled cottage on the lake
ﺩ.ﺇ1,021 per night
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Cottage in Magnetawan
Westside Whalley - Book now for your fall getaway
ﺩ.ﺇ598 per night
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Home in Kawartha Lakes
nortehaus - Nordic and Japanese inspired escape
ﺩ.ﺇ1,242 per night
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Cabin in Bracebridge
Waterflow Cabin on Muskoka River with hot tub
ﺩ.ﺇ1,087 per night
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Cottage in Huntsville
The Lake House
ﺩ.ﺇ720 per night

Your guide to Muskoka Lakes

Welcome to Muskoka Lakes

The Muskoka Lakes region is one of Ontario’s favorite waterfront retreats, with historic villages like Bala and Port Carling welcoming weekenders here for more than a century. North of sprawling Toronto, you’ll find clusters of 19th-century cabins, contemporary mansions, and celebrity-owned second homes dotting the shores of these 80 or so glacier-carved lakes. In fact, Torontonians colloquially refer to this chain of lakes as cottage country due to its popularity as a cool, peaceful getaway.

It’s popular partly because it makes for a convenient trip away from the city — and because you really do feel away from it all in this wild setting. Coming here is an annual tradition for many families and groups of friends, who spend time on the three big lakes of Muskoka, Rosseau, and Joseph, each ringed with forests, beaches, and parks. There’s plenty to do, on the water and off: boating, paddling, swimming, fishing, water skiing, hiking, golfing the numerous courses, or simply kicking it on one of the peaceful docks.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Muskoka Lakes

Summer is the peak season for splashing in the water, boating, or hitting one of the many trails. From June through August, expect warm weather and sunny days. Colors transform the foliage in fall, when it might be too cold to swim but is typically perfect for a hike through the changing forests. Off-season festivals such as the Bala Cranberry Festival in late fall and Port Carling Winterfest in February show off the region’s small-town character. While winter may be a relatively sleepy season here, it’s prime time for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling.


Top things to do in Muskoka Lakes

Torrance Barrens

Outcroppings of granite, scattered forests, and wetlands define the distinct landscapes in Torrance Barrens, a conservation area popular with hikers and mountain bikers. But when the sun sets, that’s when the real show begins. In 1999, Torrance Barrens was named the nation’s first dark-sky preserve by the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada; the lack of light pollution makes this an exceptional spot to gaze into the cosmos on a clear night, watching for shooting stars and pondering the big questions.

Port Carling Wall

From a distance, this mural on the side of an old building on Port Carling’s main drag resembles the historical art visible in many small communities. In this case, the image depicts an early-20th-century scene of a steamship passing by the lakeside town. But as you get closer, you’ll notice the mural is actually a photo mosaic comprising more than 9,000 historical images, each telling one small part of the larger history of the region.

Huckleberry Rock Lookout

Follow this easy 1.8-mile (2.89-km) loop trail, which climbs a big rock formation, and at the top, you’ll be greeted with panoramic views of the lakes, forests, and wilderness for miles beyond. It’s an especially pleasant trek at sunset. Keep in mind the trail becomes quite slippery when it rains and inaccessible to most hikers when it snows.