Beautiful Spacious Lakeside Cottage with Hot Tub

Description from the owner

We have a beautiful five bedroom, four bathroom cottage available for rent year-round in the Muskokas, only 1.5 hours from Toronto. Spanning over 3000 square feet, the cottage comfortably sleeps 12 and is perfect for two families sharing. Our large wrap around deck has no banister so you can enjoy uninterrupted lake views of the lake from anywhere inside or outside the cottage.

The lakeside cottage is surrounded by forest making it a private, peaceful nature-lovers paradise.

The large wrap around deck offers uninterrupted views of the lake and hosts the built-in hot tub open all year round where you can soak up the wonderful vist...as as the seasons change. The cottage is fully winterised and ready for fun any of the four seasons; winter fun includes ice fishing, ice hockey on the inlet, snowmobiling (local rentals available), cross country skiing, and snowshoeing; Fall arrives in amazing technicolour as the forest surrounding forest and forests across the lake turn all shades of red and gold.

The cottage is laid out to optimise the sunshine throughout the day; the main living area has large windows and skylights capturing the light. The main living space is open plan with a communal atmosphere for hanging out, socialising and enjoying the quirky decor with flying pigs, flying elephants and vintage tin signs. Air conditioning available for those hot evenings; the cottage is also fully winterised so it's warm even on those chilly winter, spring or fall evenings.

The cottage has two separate living areas (or lounges) each with its own wood burning, fan-assisted fireplace. There is plenty of comfortable seating, dozens of DVDs for the whole family, many board games including croquenot, trivial pursuit, homemade "Don't Get Mad"/aggravation board, chess, monopoly, jenga and many more for grown-ups and kids alike. And if you fancy a good workout flinging yourself around, we also have a Nintendo Wii with games and accessories available for rent.

The grand well-equipped kitchen faces onto the lake making cooking for family and friends both sociable and pleasurable. The kitchen also doubles as a sunroom with an antique four-person oak table that extends to seat eight people.

The dining room offers a stunning hand-made cedar harvest table with seating for 10-12. The dining table is our pride and joy and many a evening has been spent round the table enjoying good food and socialising. The dining room has sliding doors leading to the great wrap around deck and views of the lake. Or if Al Fresco dining is more your style, there is a large hooded gas barbecue, large table and seating outside on the deck, facing the lake of course :)

One side of the lot opens onto forest, attracting a range of nature's best offerings including deer, loons, beavers, grey herons, and Canada geese to name a few.

Rental includes: a canoe, a paddle-boat, 2 row-boats, volleyball, badminton, horseshoes and more. Great fishing in Sparrow Lake off the dock or in the inlet. (Our inlet is very popular for winter ice-fishing!) Paddling from beach and some swimming from dock. Dock space for motor boats and local public launch. Nearby crown land available for further fishing and swimming.

Plenty of help with daily chores: Fully equipped kitchen, large dishwasher, washing machine, dryer, and mud room with direct access to the outdoors door to keep the mess of outdoor fun contained!

Monday to Friday Special Stays

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Staying with us from Monday to Friday means making the most of all that Muskoka has to offer. It’s quieter than the weekend and ideal for a relaxing break away from it all.

We have a last minute deal for May 27-31 for only $975, and that price it will feel extra special :)Read more

Additional Location Information

With Gravenhurst and Orillia both under 20 minutes away, there is easy access to large retail shops and movie theatres as well as the quaint independent shops typical of Muskoka.

The Muskoka tourist information centre is just 10 minutes away, where you can find any activity that suits you.

In winter, Sparrow Lake is on a main snowmobiling trail, or you can strap on skis at nearby Nordic and downhill resorts. Our inlet is particularly well known and popular for ice fishing too.

Location Type Away from it all, Lake, Waterfront

Additional notes from owner

Rates may vary by season and day(s) of the week.

Special Offer
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May 27-31 only $975 - That's 20% off

Staying with us from Monday to Friday means making the most of all that Muskoka has to offer. It’s quieter than the weekend and ideal for a relaxing break away from it all. We have a last minute deal for May 27-31 for only $975, and that price it will feel extra special :)

What Past Guests Are Saying

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• Tanya M
  London, United Kingdom

  Peaceful and Tranquil

  Left on 09/26/2012 for a stay in September 2011
  
  

  I arrived from London (UK) not having had a break for quite a while and jet-lagged but the night I arrived the sky was filled with one of the most stunning night skies I have ever seen which took my breath away. The Milky Way was spectacular... Clearing the city from my mind had begun in a rather dramatic way.
  
  I awoke the following morning having slept like a baby to the wonderful prospect of a massage from a lovely local woman (a naturopath from Gravenhurst) which succeeded in really clearing jetlag from my system and kick starting the relaxation which unfolded over the coming hours and days. She came to the cottage to massage 3 of us and really was well worth trying out. By the by, cottage is a misnomer for such a large and spacious home.
  
  I slept beautifully and woke each morning happier and happier as I relaxed more and more and was lucky enough to wake up to beautiful sunshine and warmth in late September. Breakfasts were great as there is a large open space between the living room and the dining area plus kitchen linking them looking out onto the lake. So each one of us could emerge at our leisure and join in or sit off somewhere to be quiet if so wished, inside or outside on the deck. The local bakery in Gravenhurst was a big hit with most of us as they make delicious chelsea buns and cakes, better than the original ones over here! A low fat breakfast it is not, but when on your holidays a little indulgence goes a long way...
  
  We visited the local wildlife sanctuary which was both hilarious at times as the staff were brilliant (see photo below) but also an eye-opener to the wonders of nature. Check out the wolverine's dance - amazing and mesmerisingly beautiful. I thought wolverines existed only in Hollywood...
  
  Some beautiful memories...Lying out on the hammock and simply closing my eyes and listening to birdsong was so relaxing, or turning my head a few inches to gaze out on the tranquil lake, had the same effect. However, my favourite was walking out of the property to a large open space just before Trenanthia on the same side to spend time alone and to reconnect to myself and to Nature. As I walked, the breeze would whisper through the tops of the trees and the occasional bird would sing, the wildflowers were a random sprinkling of colour on a gorgeous large grassy open space that simply kept drawing me back. If you have been too busy for too long... this is a fantastic place to go and just be. To relax, to feel peace and tranquility gently flow through you and Nature surround you with its beauty and restore you. I wish you a wonderful holiday...

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  Response from Ellie Trenanthiacottage - 10/15/2012

  

  Ellie Trenanthiacottage

  Owner

  Thank you for your beautiful review! :)
  
  We're so glad that you've been able to make the best of your stay with us and enjoyed the lovely scenery around our cottage! The beauty of nature and fresh air is indeed definitely very soothing and we hope that you will be back with us for another unforgettable getway very soon! :)

• Sarah P
  Sundance, Wyoming

  A little piece of paradise

  Left on 08/19/2012 for a stay in May 2012
  
  

  If I was forced to give a criticism of Trenanthia Cottage, it would be that I wasn't able to stay longer. Comfortable, well furnished and with every convenience you could ask for, it's also in an idyllic location. There's nothing quite like lazing in a hot tub while gazing out over a beautiful lake - the experience was one of peacefulness and tranquility, mixed, of course, with some wonderful evenings of friends and laughter. A couple of days there and you've forgotten that city life ever existed, let alone are yearning for it. I'll be going back next year - as soon as I can, in fact. Highly recommend Trenanthia for a getaway with family or friends.

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  Response from Ellie Trenanthiacottage - 09/10/2012

  

  Ellie Trenanthiacottage

  Owner

  Thanks for your fantastic review! :)
  
  We thoroughly enjoyed having you with us. So pleased that you liked the location and that we've been able to provide with an enjoyable and memorable stay that's taken you away from the City buzz for a little while! Looking forward to welcoming you again for a special getway! :)

• thegoodcitizens
  Los Angeles, California

  A forestry haven on a lake

  Left on 08/15/2012 for a stay in February 2012
  
  

  Having booked and seen pictures of Trenanthia Cottage online we were excited to get there. What we found was more then we expected. The "cottage" is a mansion. My kids loved it, exploring every nook they could inside and outside the house. Talk about plenty of room. The inside of the cottage has great modern decor but the outside is the wow factor.
  There was 8 of us altogether. Two families with kids and there was plenty of room to socialize or be alone. The lake was perfect for my kids to splash about in in the shallows.
  
  We had the local handyman check in with us to make sure everything was good and up to our needs which was amazing. He was super friendly and helpful with information on the local area.
  
  We have recommended this place to a bunch of our friends one of who has already booked it. We know they wont be disappointed!
  
  The canoe, the volleyball, the peddle boat, all but a distance fond memory now. I highly recommend this place for a great city get away for anyone. We'll be back Trenanthia Cottage. Yes we will!!

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  Response from Ellie Trenanthiacottage - 09/06/2012

  

  Ellie Trenanthiacottage

  Owner

  Thanks millions for your awesome review and recommending us to your friends! :)
  
  We are so glad you had a fantastic stay and that we achieved our goal of providing every guest with a memorable and happy vacation. We consider every guest a part of the Trenanthia family and we look forward to welcoming you and your family back for another special family getaway! :)

• 29Sylvester94
  Lakefield

  poor quality - poor value

  Left on 08/08/2012 for a stay in June 2012
  
  

  We have rented several Muskoka cottages. This was the worst. The cottage was very dirty when we arrived: carpets stained, shower curtains moldy, walls dirty, bed skirt covered in dog hair, dirty toilet seats, fridge and microwave dirty. I could go on. The "beach" front is very shallow, essentially swamp and the view from the cottage is not particularly attractive. Large numbers of Canada geese that occupy the deck and lawn area, while nice to look at, leave copious droppings. Overall, very poor value. I would not recommend this property to anyone.

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  Response from Ellie Trenanthiacottage - 08/18/2012

  

  Ellie Trenanthiacottage

  Owner

  We apologize we were unable to meet your expectations. The conditions you described certainly don't reflect the high standards and excellent cottage experience we consistently deliver to our guests, as we hope the other reviews help to exemplify. We appreciate you taking the time to provide your feedback and, with time to reflect, if you should happen to change your mind we'd be happy to welcome you back. All the best, the Trenanthia Cottage family :)

• Claire J
  Toronto

  A very special place.

  Left on 05/02/2012 for a stay in December 2011
  
  

  We were delighted with Trenanthia Cottage. We arrived from Toronto on a cold Friday evening in late November, and within an hour we were sitting around the living room with the fire blazing, drinking wine and chatting as if we were at home. The decor is beautiful and the cottage has a wonderful cozy feel. Everything you need in terms of kitchen appliances / crockery / table settings is there. It has the perfect balance of having your home comforts with all the draws of going to a lakeside cottage.
  
  The cottage was also extremely clean when we arrived and they provided ample cleaning stuffs to leave the place as we found it.
  
  The owners were very helpful and were in constant communication with us as we planned our weekend. While we were there, the local Super checked in with us by phone and in person to make sure the fires were working okay.
  
  Overall, we had a terrific time and everything was perfect. We want to go back every year!

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  Response from Ellie Trenanthiacottage - 05/07/2012

  

  Ellie Trenanthiacottage

  Owner

  Thank you so much for being our guest! We are certainly glad you enjoyed your stay. We'll be sure to have a warm, toasty fire ready for you when you return! :)

• gee7777777
  155019

  It doesn't get better than this.

  Left on 05/01/2012 for a stay in October 2011
  
  

  our group has now trusted our annual get-together to trenanthia for three years, and it's been fantastic. we have a group of 16, and we've been doing this for 31 years, so the venue and atmosphere are of the utmost importance. trenanthia has always been so accommodating to our truly unique needs, and hopefully we've found a home for many years to come.

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  Response from Ellie Trenanthiacottage - 05/07/2012

  

  Ellie Trenanthiacottage

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  We are so glad we were able to meet your needs. As you mentioned, we always strive to go the extra mile to make sure each of our guests feel welcomed and needs are accommodated to the best of our ability. We look forward to providing your group with another exceptional experience on your next visit! Cheers!