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Great Location and Fun For Everyone!

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Lake
Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, WiFi
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

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Port Carling, ON
  • Popular LocationLake Rosseau1 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Port Carling Wall6 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Joseph Golf Club11 min drive
  • AirportParry Sound, ON (YPD-Parry Sound Area Municipal)35 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 7
800 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 sleep sofa/futon
Bedroom 2
    2 twin/single beds
Bedroom 3
    1 queen bed
Common area
    1 sleep sofa/futon
Bathroom 1
    Shower
    Bathtub

About this property

Entire place

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

Great Location and Fun For Everyone!

WE DO NOT PROVIDE SHEETS, DUVETS OR TOWELS. Pillows, pillow & mattress protectors are provided. Linens can be provided for an extra cost.

NOTE: If you are. five-star guest, search "The Port Carling River House" for additional savings.

The River House is well suited to young and old alike. Situated on one acre of level land and with 330' of waterfront, the single level residence can sleep up to seven people in its two bedrooms (one with a Queen bed, and one with a convertible Twin/King and Chaise/Single), a sunroom with Double sized sofa bed, and Double sofa bed in the living room. The house is a true shabby-chic cottage, yet it has heat, electricity, running water, and other comforts of home. However, the house is not what you've come for!

With its strategic location on a one acre point of level land, and surrounded by 330' of water, you get practically every exposure from the dock with the exception of true West; though due to the shape of the neighbouring River Delta, there are excellent sunsets from the dock through the summer.

The cottage itself is set back only 20 feet from the water at the front side, and boasts a large side yard (towards the dock) and a huge back yard. Historic placement of the cottage on the land, and some well placed mature trees, afford quite a bit of separation from the neighbours. You have all the privacy of a Muskoka cottage with easy access to the urban amenities of Port Carling.​

At night, you can sit under the magnificent Muskoka stars, listen to the loons call, or enjoy a quiet campfire. ​

You can relax on the large dock, or in the new five-person hot tub, and possibly see the historic steamship Segwun or Wenonah go by, or enjoy the parade of antique boats that travel the river. Fishing from the dock or birdwatching can be excellent as you watch the sun go down over the river delta, and the kids can play on the level land with shallow water at the shoreline.

The dock is an oversized, steel structured dock with 400sq ft of decking. As well, for your boating enjoyment, there is a protected slip in which to moor your boat, and enjoy uninhibited swimming off the front.

A ten minute boatride can take you to either Lake Muskoka (direct), Rosseau, or Joseph (through the historic Port Carling Locks). Paddle directly across the river (about 200 yards) to the best playground in Muskoka at Hanna Park, which also hosts the local Farmer's Market on Thursdays. There is a boat launch, small walking/biking trail, volleyball court and great beach at Hanna Park as well.

Take a short drive, or paddle into Port Carling for great shopping, gourmet food, and amazing nightlife. For some longer excursions, the River House is a fifteen minute drive from numerous excellent hiking trails, and a half hour drive from the Towns of Bracebridge or Gravenhurst.

You are responsible for your own cleaning, such that our cleaners can focus on sanitization, and you will be subject to additional charges if the property is not left in the condition to which you arrived. Damages must be reported to the owner immediately.

Amenities at the River House usually include but are not limited to:

A Fully Furnished Cottage Household
Fridge
Stove
Dishwasher
Microwave
Toaster
Coffee Maker
Kettle
Propane BBQ
Pillows, pillow and mattress protectors provided (sheets, duvets and towels are NOT PROVIDED, but are available at an extra cost)
Dish linens provided
Cutlery
Dishes
TV
Roku
DVD Player
Cleaning supplies
Mid-speed WiFi
Bluetooth radio/CD player
Hot water
Propane fireplace and space heaters
Ceiling fans
Fire pit (wood not provided)
Free parking
Private land
Hot tub
Waterfront
Beach access
Etc

We are not able to provide boats of any kind, but there are local rentals available if planned in advance.
Guest access
Recreational amenities include:
330' Waterfront Location
Outdoor Fire Pit (wood not provided)
Large Dock
Shaded Land
Deck Furniture
Picnic Table
Level Land
Life Jackets and limited water toys

Local amenities include:
Shopping
Restaurants
Farmer's Markets
Trails
Beaches
Playgrounds
Recreation Centers
Boat and canoe/kayak rentals
Waterski/wakeboard School
Golf
Tennis
Bars
Live Music
Museum
Scenic Adventures
Water Falls

NOTE: VRBO initially lists rates in USD. For Canadian funds please select CAD at the top right of the page.

Property manager

Amy

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

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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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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
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 is also known as

Great Location Fun For Everyone!
Great Location and Fun For Everyone! Cottage
Great Location and Fun For Everyone! Muskoka Lakes
Great Location and Fun For Everyone! Cottage Muskoka Lakes
Great Location Fun For Everyone! Unaffected by 2019 Flooding

About the neighborhood

Port Carling

Located in Muskoka Lakes, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Santa's Village is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Muskoka and Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve. Muskoka Sports and Recreation and Aspen Valley Wildlife Sanctuary are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Lake Rosseau - 1 min walk
  • The Port Carling Wall - 6 min drive
  • Lake Joseph Golf Club - 11 min drive
  • Muskoka Lakes Winery - 16 min drive
  • Windermere Golf & Country Club - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Gravenhurst Station - 39 min drive
  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • York & Mason - 6 min drive
  • Turtle Jack's Port Carling - 5 min drive
  • Beveragino - 6 min drive
  • Abbey'S Bakehouse Minett - 18 min drive
  • Muskoka Lakes Winery - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Location and Fun For Everyone! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Great Location and Fun For Everyone!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Location and Fun For Everyone!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Location and Fun For Everyone! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Rosseau and Mirror Lake. The Port Carling Wall and Muskoka Lakes Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location and super quiet. Even on a Labour Day weekend. Loved our stay. And our dogs loved the stay too. Would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing cottage, everything as advertised.
The property was beautiful, great view of lake with privacy. The hot tub was a great addition, everything you could need was supplied. Definitely will be booking for a longer stay next summer. Thank you very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Dock and Hot Tub
Amy's location with the property jutting out on the lake was by far the best of all the cottages there. You really could enjoy the lake and the dock being so far out on the lake was a really cool experience. The views were spectacular, and there were even some leaves turning adding to the colour. The hot tub given the temperatures were a bit on the cool side was put to good use. Our family was very comfortable there and being so close to Port Carling was so convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Orson M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location for this nice rustic cabin
Our family had a very nice stay at this property. It has everything you need. The location is great, it is right across the beach, it has an amazing dock where you can sit and watch boats go by and it’s very quite and peaceful. We had a small boat that fit perfect on the dock, we were able to take it into Port Carling on a 5 minute ride to go shopping and to restaurants. It was very convenient. It has plenty of chairs to sit on the dock, as well as around the campfire. We hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reem M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent!
Clean cottage and amazing view!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
Second time staying here. Everything you need in a simple cottage get away. Large dock for sun bathing. Nice large yard for activities. Hot tub is a great addition to the fun. Thanks for the comfortable stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little getaway
Jennifer was very responsive to messages. I lost the email with the instructions and she quickly resent when we were on the way. No problems at all with the place. A great, relaxing getaway. I love that it isn't so far from Toronto.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We just came back from our stay and we all had a wonderful time! The place was clean, Amy was responsive with any questions I had, and the location was fantastic! We will definitely be back! Thanks Amy!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great waterfront property
Everything was as good or better than advertised. Great hosts and amazing riverfront property in the heart of muskoka with a great blend of privacy and ability to connect with the area on the spacious docks and quaint town of Port Carling.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

SUZANNE D.

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing stay at Port Carling
Incredible property, absolutely loved the dock and waving to boaters We are hoping to book for next year. We arrived with3 seadoos and a fishing boat. The dock is perfect to accommodate that. The cottage is perfectly rustic with Incredible property views and has everything needed foryour stay. We will be booking for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022