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Sylvia & Lorne
Canada
Sep 23, 2022 - Oct 6, 2022
Magical cottage in popular Muskoka
Canada - Ontario - MacTier
ID : CA00103708
Became a member in: 2017
Renewal Date: 31/Dec/2024
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We are two early retirees that love to travel. We have one adult daughter and she loves to come to the cottage along with her partner.
About us
Additional languages spoken
Dutch
Affinities
Hiking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Teachers / Education Professionals,
Retirees,
Seniors,
Communty Service Volunteers
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Our cozy open-concept living/dining/kitchen area.
You can see the view of the lake from inside.
View from the kitchen to the dining area & view
We spend a lot of time outdoors on our deck.
Master bedroom/queen bed/upper floor
Upstairs washroom - 3-piece/shower
Lower Level bathroom. Small tub/recommend shower
Lower level - 2 twin beds
Lower level bedroom - queen bed
Enjoy the view down the lake/cozy fire @ night
View from the dining room table - seats six
Relax on our dock in one of the Muskoka chairs
The fall is one of the best times to visit Muskoka
A sunset (my husband says sunrise) down the lake.
Magnificent fall colours appear in the fall (Oct.)
Inside the Grace & Speed Museum in Gravenhurst
Must see "Grace & Speed" Museum
A friend & I (Jennie) at the Bracebridge Falls.
The famous chairs at Cleveland's House.
The famous photo mural in Port Carling.
An incredible waterfall in the town of Bala.
The chipmunks love our place and our bird food.
Sunset on Bass Lake taken from a boat.
A photo of the front of our cottage.
Jen's Den. A painter's studio/sleeping bunkie.
A beautiful photo taken from our deck.
A variety of birds that come by/eat fr.our feeder.
Sun setting on the other side of the lake.
Gorgeous photo taken by a friend from our deck.
A photo of our cottage and dock taken fr. the lake
An amazing early morning mist photo - by T.Freeman
- Sleeping capacity6
- Bedrooms4
- Bathrooms2
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is possible
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Our Home For Exchange
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Our 3-Bedroom, 2 Bath, cottage is on a small lake called Bass Lake in Muskoka, Ontario. There is also a bunkie/studio that has a futon in it that could sleep 2 people. Our cottage is close to Port Carling, MacTier, Parry Sound, Bala, Gravenhurst and Bracebridge. Our cottage faces down the lake and has the best view of the lake. It is a magical place in almost any season. Our cottage is available from mid-May to mid-October (excluding July and August. One of the best times to visit Muskoka is when the fall leaves turn. The colours are just amazing.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Second home
Amenities
- Balcony / Deck
- Cleaning service available
- Clothes Washer
- Clothes Dryer
- Microwave Oven
- Extensive Grounds
- Peaceful Surroundings
- View
- Fireplace
- Garden
- Heating
- Electronics Docking Station
- Private parking
- Terrace / Patio
Entertainment
- DVD
- Internet access
- TV
- Wireless Internet (WiFi)
Extras
- None
Setting
- Rural
- Waterfront
Neighbourhood
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Muskoka has been rated as one of the best spots to vacation in Canada. Part of the Canadian Shield you will find rocky shorelines and pristine lakes throughout. There is lots to do within a short driving distance of our cottage or you can just relax and do nothing and enjoy the hummingbirds, chick-a-dees, blue jays, chipmunks and squirrels. Occasionally, you will see a beaver or a muskrat swimming by and we have had wild turkeys and a fox drop by for a visit as well.
Outdoor Activities
- Beach
- Biking
- Cultural Events
- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Fishing
- Golfing
- Hiking
- Lake
Leisure
- Park / Playground
- Cafés
- Restaurants
- Shopping
Cultural Activities
- Concerts
- Galleries
- Museums
- Theatre
Transport Nearby
- Bus
- Car Necessary
Neighbourhood Services
- Bakery
- Corner Shop
- Pharmacy
- Supermarket
Attractions
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
The historic villages/towns of Port Carling, Bracebridge, Bala and Gravenhurst are all close by. One of the most popular activities close by it to take a cruise on the famous H.M.S. Segwin, H.M.S. Wenona or the Island Queen Cruise. They are all only 20-40 min. drive away. Checking out the museums in Port Carling and Gravenhurst to find out the history of the steamships is also something to consider as is checking out the Photo Mural in Port Carling and the locks. One of our favourite restaurants is the Sherwood Inn for a special evening or the Bass Lake Roadhouse for a more casual outing to enjoy their famous wings or a pickerel dinner. Toronto is only 2 hours away.
Our favourite restaurants
- Bass Lake Roadhouse
- Sherwood Inn
- Crossroads in Rosseau
Cafés & bars
- Bass Lake Roadhouse
- Tim Horton's in Bracebridge
- Coffee Shop in MacTier
Special places to shop
- Port Carling Foodland
- MacTier Foodland
- Overland - Ladies wear boutique in Bala
Leisure and cultural activities
- Gravenhurst Opera House
- Stockey Centre, Parry Sound
- Peter's Players, Gravenhurst
Walks or jogging paths
- Hardy Lake hiking trails
- Huckleberry hiking trails
- Algonguin Park - 2-3 hours away
Health or fitness clubs
- There is one close to Parry Sound at the Quality Inn which also has an indoor swimming pool.
Interesting day trips
- Gravenhurst Opera House - Theatre
- H.M.S. Segwin Steamship cruise
- Bala Falls
Our Preferences
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
While the cottage can sleep 8 people, our preference is that you limit your party to 6 individuals as we are on a septic system. While the water from the lake is safe to drink, our preference is always to purchase water or fill up our jugs from the city water tap in either MacTier or Port Carling. Small pets are OK. Smoking is not allowed inside the cottage because one of the owners is highly allergic to cigarette smoke.
Conditions
- Children Welcome
- Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Plant care is needed outdoors
Use of Personal Car
- Use of Personal Car is possible
Home Exchange Type
- Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
- Simultaneous Home Exchange
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