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Far Far Away Cottage - Beautiful cottage on a private lake 300ft waterfront

Cottage in Magnetawan with kitchen and patio

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
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Escape to Far Far Away, a serene waterfront cottage on Simmons Lake. Unwind in one of the two screened-in Muskoka rooms or stroll along the 300 ft shoreline and enjoy great fishing, swimming, canoeing and kayaking.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Far Far Away Cottage - Beautiful cottage on a private lake 300ft waterfront

Tucked back on a quiet country road, this waterfront cottage on 1.5 acres is sure to be a place that your family will want to come back to every year. Far Far Away is a 1800 sq ft newly built and beautifully decorated cottage on Simmons Lake near Magnetawan. With all the comforts of home, the cottage offers 2 screened-in Muskoka rooms so you can sit peacefully relaxing, listening to the loons or watching the Humming Birds. This natural wooded lot has a board walk for an easy walk to the shoreline. The large dock and swim platform along the 300 ft of waterfront is your gateway to great fishing, swimming, canoeing and kayaking on this quiet spring-fed lake. The quaint nearby town of Magnetawan offers you a grocery store and restaurant, LCBO, Farmer’s Market and great sight-seeing. The vibrant town of Huntsville is just 30 mins south.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Close and lock all windows and doors. Put all used linens and towels in bathtub. Return key to lockbox box.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 520850095

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
Magnetawan, ON

What's nearby

  • Magnetewan Heritage Center - 29 min drive - 14.0 miles
  • Screaming Heads - 37 min drive - 14.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Swiss Country House - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Magnetawan Grill and Grocery - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Cornball Store - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Magnetawan Snack Bar - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Ahmic Harbour Tavern - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Far Far Away Cottage - Beautiful cottage on a private lake 300ft waterfront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Far Far Away Cottage - Beautiful cottage on a private lake 300ft waterfront?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Far Far Away Cottage - Beautiful cottage on a private lake 300ft waterfront?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Far Far Away Cottage - Beautiful cottage on a private lake 300ft waterfront located?

Situated in Magnetawan, this cottage is 8.1 mi (13 km) from Petrita Island and within 16 mi (25 km) of Screaming Heads and Magnetewan Heritage Center. Fairholme Lake and Township of McMurrich Monteith are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Reviews

Far Far Away Cottage - Beautiful cottage on a private lake 300ft waterfront Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

adam f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host. Nice private lake with plenty of quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Far Far Away Cottage

We loved our stay at this beautiful property. It is just as beautiful in person as it is in the photos. The hosts were very responsive when we had a small issue. I can't thank them enough. We would love to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This really is a delightful airy pleasantly cool property with plenty of natural light, a place secluded enough to be private but close enough to shops etc just a few minutes down the road. It was super clean when we arrived and the wifi worked perfectly. I particularly enjoyed rowing and kayaking on the lake and sitting next to the busy hummingbird feeder. The handful of neighbours are far enough away that you don’t hear any noise. Highly recommended.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

Such a beautiful place, nice quaint getaway. Very true to advertisement and great host to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing destination

What a fantastic long weekend getaway at the far far away cottage. The pictures don’t do this cottage justice, it’s absolutely stunning. Everything was better than advertised and the host was easy to communicate with. 10/10 on all fronts and will be returning next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun at Far, far Away

Our group of six adults was fortunate to enjoy three nights at the end of July at the cottage named Far, far Away ( named for a place in the movie, Shrek) Situated on a private spring-fed lake, it is exactly as presented in the listing. The water was perfect for swimming, fishing and paddling around. The hammock was a hit too. The cottage -more like a lodge -is fully equipped and very comfortable. We had a bbq each night followed by a campfire. The wood was provided by the host. Communication with the host was excellent. I would highly recommend Far, far Away and would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Far, Far Away was perfect!

We had a little trouble finding the cottage, but that was no fault but our own as we put the directions in wrong. But...once we got there...we were blown away by the place. It was absolutely mesmerizing. Everything inside was clean and organized, not to mention there was tons of things to use! (I.e., paddle boards, paddles, kayak, fishing rods, kitchen cutlery/utilities, towels and bedding). The huge window was where I spent my rainy mornings, looking out at the gorgeous view. The host was also super active in answering any of my questions while we were there. I would say the only reason this amazing place lost a star for this review would be because of the rules left on paper at the cottage. All of them made perfect sense (how to use the fancy BBQ, how to use the dishwasher, etc.), but one of them was about taking all your garbage & recycling with you when you left, as well as make sure thr place was exactly how you found it. It made the additional $200 cleaning fee feel a bit unfair in the end. Either way, this was a wonderful experience - our indoorsy kiddo got out there and fully enjoyed the outdoorsy experience, so much that she wants to go back again next summer. Thanks, Far Far Away!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024