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Vacation rentals in Muskoka Lakes

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Home in Huntsville
Modern Waterfront Retreat in Muskoka
Experience modern waterfront living. Located on the Muskoka River, you are a short boat ride to the large Mary Lake or take the locks right into Huntsville. Minutes from downtown Huntsville which features great shopping and restaurants. In the summer, soak in up the sun on your private dock with a spot for your boat. Calm & clear water great for swimming is 30 steps from your front door. Enjoy the snow with skiing at Hidden Valley or check out a variety of winter activities at Arrowhead Park.
$479 per night
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Treehouse in Huntsville
Charming A-Frame Treehouse | HotTub + Pet-Friendly
Experience an enchanting stay in the Muskokas in our beautiful, updated 1970s A-Frame cabin! You will be high up, tucked in the trees - this is the perfect destination to unplug, relax, and enjoy the beauty around you! Enjoy the natural beauty and serenity around you, or walk a short distance to Penn Lake for swimming, hiking, and biking trails! *Hot tub open year-round *Floor-to-ceiling windows *Beautiful, picturesque views *Cozy, stylish decor *Pets are welcome 📷 Check us out @door25stays
$304 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.
$325 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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Cottage in Bracebridge
2 Bd Modern Rustic Cottage on 8 acres forest
$254 per night
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Cottage in Huntsville
The Rock Lodge, At Mary Lake (+ Hot Tub)
$191 per night
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Cottage in Bracebridge
The Hudson - Riverside Cabin, Bracebridge
$219 per night
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Cabin in Eagle Lake
Haliburton A frame cabin
$183 per night
Cottage in Torrance
Muskoka 2 Bedroom Cottage With Hot Tub
$172 per night
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Cottage in Bracebridge
Tiny Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub
$294 per night
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Cabin in Parry Sound
Secluded Forest Cabin on Quiet Lake in Parry Sound
$199 per night
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Cabin in Washago
Scandinavian Riverfront Cabin Muskoka
$238 per night
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Cottage in Huntsville
Escape North to Muskoka A-Frame | 4-Season Chalet
$194 per night
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Cabin in Apsley
Big Bear Cabin - Modern Creekside A-frame
$219 per night
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Cabin in Huntsville
Aux Box Muskoka**HOT TUB** Modern Bunkie
$245 per night
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Cottage in Port Carling
Gorgeous Muskoka Getaway on stunning private lake
$178 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.