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Stewart Lake Retreat all the bells and whistles!

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Come relax at the beach
Long lake views
Entrance view
Bring the family!
Front entryway

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 8371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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MacTier, ON
  • Lake Joseph
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Muskoka Lakes Winery
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Lake Joseph Golf Club
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Parry Sound, ON (YPD-Parry Sound Area Municipal)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

5 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Stewart Lake Retreat all the bells and whistles!

Summary:
This gorgeous family-friendly vacation home is the ultimate Muskoka retreat for creating summer memories that will last a lifetime! Situated on a secluded sandy beach bay on pristine, naturally spring-fed Stewart Lake! Family errands, ice cream expeditions & grocery runs are a breeze as the historic town of Mactier is a only a short drive or walk for most amenities.

The Space:
Exciting local day trips for the family include the renowned 30,000 island boat cruise minutes away in Parry Sound and Santa's Village in Bracebridge just 40 minutes away. You can't ask for much more from a Muskoka family cottage experience!

Situated on a secluded bay on pristine, naturally spring-fed Stewart Lake, this expansive 5+ bedroom 4.5 bathroom home has a huge wrap around deck with spectacular lake views & features everything you could ask for in a family vacation spot. The level lawn tapers down to a family fire pit area beside a private child-friendly sand beach with a shallow-water entry and sandy bottom. Parents and grandparents can watch the children play in the water seated comfortably and out of the sun in the breezy, waterside screened gazebo. Lots of room for children to run around and play outside. Great sun exposure on the dock from sunrise to sunset!


NOTABLE COTTAGE FEATURES
Covered Gas Grill / BBQ area 
TV
2 Screened gazebos, one off the master with a firetable!
Room Darkening Shades
2nd Fridge plus full deep freeze
Washer and Dryer
Fire Place

OUTDOOR ACTIVITES
Included with your rental:
1 paddle boat
1 canoe 
3 adult kayaks 1 child's kayak
Assorted life jackets 
Lawn games
Fire pit

BED & BATH CONFIGURATION:
Main Floor:
BED 1 Master queen sleeps 2
Ensuite 4 pc washroom with soaker tub and separate shower 

2 pc powder room
Upper floor:
BED 2 1 queen + single sleeps 3
3 pc ensuite with shower 
BED 3 queen sleeps 2
4 pc ensuite with shower tub combo
Lower:
BED 4 queen bedroom sleeps 2
BED 5 children's dorm 2 bunk beds 1 double/ twin 1 twin/twin

*Please note: A crib is available upon 'request' and give us a heads up as we need to set it up for you.
We have a video for this cottage on youtube! Search for Stewart Lake Retreat or ask us to send you the video and the 3D matter port tour.


PARKING
Outdoor parking for 6 cars

Speak with our cottage Concierge about additional fee for service add ons Catering, private chef services (proof of vaccination required), daily maid service, water taxis, yoga on the dock, boat rentals, trampoline and water lily rentals, grocery, wine and beer stocking and we can even arrange to have cocktails waiting upon your arrival. Whatever you need just ask! We want to make your time at the cottage as relaxing and fun filled as possible!

Guest Access:
The entire place will be yours for the duration of your rental!

The Neighborhood:
Located in Mactier, which has shops and restaurants and a rail museum, and just 25 minutes from Port Carling, the hub of the Muskoka Lakes with it’s trendy shops and restaurants plus numerous ice cream shops, this family cottage is the perfect spot for your summer vacation! With it’s full westerly views of Stewart Lake you will enjoy all day sun plus glorious sunsets.

AREA Stewart Lake is one of 100's of pristine lakes in the Muskoka region, famous as one of Canada's favourite vacation destinations. A world-class tourist and wilderness area, Muskoka, Ontario is a year-round cottage country Mecca. Located approximately 90 minutes north of Toronto, the area known as the Muskoka Lakes covers over 2,500 square miles of some of over 2,500 square miles of some of the most spectacular scenery in the world. Well-known for its many large and pristine lakes, countless islands, granite outcroppings, dense forests, parks and towering pines, Muskoka has been a favourite Ontario tourist destination for over a century. No one who visits Muskoka is likely to forget the magic of this very special Ontario cottage country region. Muskoka is certain to charm you with its warm and friendly people. Surrounded by its many tranquil lakes, the pink granite rock of the Canadian Shield, and the warm hospitality extended by Muskoka businesses located in its many towns and villages, you will understand why, for generations, families, tourists and vacationers return again and again to cottage in Muskoka; to relive memories of the past and to create new ones for the future. Come to Muskoka and you may never want to leave!

Getting Around:
You will need a car to get here.

Other Things to Note:
This property has a $3,000 damage deposit which will be held on your credit card upon arrival to the property and released 7 days following checkout if no damage is found.

Interaction with Guests:
We are an email away if you need us!

Property manager

Muskoka District Rentals
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Code of Conduct & House Rules: All potential guests must complete a rental application where you will be asked to provide a full guest list, ages o...

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
This property accepts cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

About the area

MacTier

Located in Georgian Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Muskoka Lakes Museum and Bala's Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rocky Crest Golf Club and Muskoka Lakes Winery. Muskoka Sports and Recreation and Aspen Valley Wildlife Sanctuary are also worth visiting.
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MacTier, ON

What's nearby

  • Lake Joseph - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Muskoka Lakes Winery - 23 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Lake Joseph Golf Club - 27 min drive - 24.6 km
  • The Rock Golf Course - 34 min drive - 32.1 km
  • Lake Rosseau - 41 min drive - 36.0 km

Getting around

  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bass Lake Road House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pie Wood Fired Pizza Joint - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Light House Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Tarbenders Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oviinbyrd Golf Club - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stewart Lake Retreat all the bells and whistles! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stewart Lake Retreat all the bells and whistles!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stewart Lake Retreat all the bells and whistles!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stewart Lake Retreat all the bells and whistles! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Georgian Bay holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Joseph, Silver Sand Lake and Baby Lake. Rocky Crest Golf Club and Tucker Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Kevin P.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Stewart Lake

The place and area was nice and we all had a good time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Deanne D., Rockwood, ON

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

Wonderful cottage!

Great vacation! Trains took a little getting used though.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nick R.

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

Stewart Lake Retreat

Better than expected.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Adam M.

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

One week stay

Owners were great to deal with. Cottage is perfect for large families. The location of the cottage is a bit noisy with trains/traffic. Otherwise waterfront is accessible and beautiful. Would recommend for large families.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan L.

A good time was had by all! The Kilty Cottage is everything advertised and more.

The Kilty Cottage was just as described and perfect for our large group. Plenty of room to hang out together and enough space to spend some quiet alone time. I would recommend this cottage to any family having a multigenerational get together. The beds were comfortable and the whole house was well designed and cared for. The kitchen was well equipped and stocked with all the basics. The outdoors and lake were gorgeous. Lots of water toys - all put to good use by us. The photos are accurate but only hinted at the relaxing feeling you will come away with after some time spent in this beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Darren R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

A positive experience overall

Our extended family spent a week here in August. While we enjoyed our stay and would recommend the location to others, there were a few shortcomings which we will also cite. Positives: 1) The house is large, modern, and provided ample space for those indoor days, and allowed each family to have some privacy 2) The beachfront is excellent. Nice and sandy, easy to walk out to the lake and enjoy a swim or play 3) The location offered a great deal of privacy. Not much traffic or noise 4) Enough lawn to have a small game of soccer or football 5) Amazing sunset and sunrise views, either from the dock or 1 of the 3 enclosed gazebos. 6) The owners were incredible to deal with. Very responsive and apologetic when issues arose. Key shortcomings: 1) Water, water, water. While the lake was incredible, we did have 2 issues with house water during our stay. Day 1 the well ran dry, and despite effective recovery plans from the owners, I would not expect this to happen with a premium rental. We were less impressed with the Muskoka Rental company, who took a more laissez-faire attitude. And on our last day, the basement plumbing became clogged. Again, not the end of the world with multiple bathrooms to use, but a nuisance nonetheless. 2) The only other drawback is the lack of proximity to other activities or events (or even restaurants). MacTier is a small town with a Foodland and an LCBO. To do anything of note required a 25-minute + drive. Not a show-stopper, but just an FYI
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanne D., Rockwood, ON

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

All the bells and whistles!

Had a great time at this beautiful property! It has literally all the bells and whistles anyone could ask for in a vacation home. Water at the dock is very shallow but that was ok for us as we had 2 young grandchildren with us. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely loved every single part of this property. The beach and water toys are excellent! All the little touches the owners put into this property is amazing and I really recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wade K.

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

Fantastic family time

Family vacation for a 60th birthday. Everything we could think of and more was at the cottage. Easy check in and out. Everyone had their own space and was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hamed L.

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

Exactly as described

Cottage is very guest friendly and has everything thought out. Owners and the management company are very easy to deal with. We would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

GAVIN G.

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

Great time has by all

Special place in a Muskoka . Gorgeous beach and property . Tons of water toys for all to enjoy . Super clean and well maintained. Owners couldn’t have been more welcoming !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Camillia B.

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

Perfect family getaway!

My family and I loved everything about this beautiful cottage! It was very spacious and clean. There were a ton of games to play inside and activities to do in our backyard. The cottage has kayaks and paddleboats which were used almost everyday. We will definitely be staying here again and recommending this cottage to our friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Harold D.

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

Great Lake house

The owners Merv and Barb were great as was the property. Nice breeze at the end of the lake and fairly quiet. Three generations had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

Beautiful property with all the amenities!!

We stayed for a weekend for a family reunion and loved it. The cottage has all the bells and whistles. We loved having lots of space to spread out inside and outside of the cottage. Only downside was that there didn’t seem to be enough fridge space and the ice maker is very slow so bring your own if you want ice! Mostly definitely would recommend this cottage for large family gatherings!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

A wonderful place for our family !

We spent a week here with our 2 sons,2 daughter-in-laws, and 4 grandchildren ( 4 yaars and younger) . Home was very well equipped and such a nice touch to be able to use basic provisions like sugar, flour, spices etc. Kitchen was very well equipped - couldn't ask for more. We loved our dinners in the screened gazebo.The children loved the beach, the shallow water, the bin of toys - especially the big Tonka trucks. We all enjoyed the paddleboat, kayaks and canoe. Having bedrooms on 3 floors meant that we could all spread out .Everything was spotlessly clean. The only thing that prevents me from giving this 5 stars is the fact that the train yard in MacTier is very close and you can hear trains blowing their whistle and cars shunting during the night ! Otherwise, it was perfect .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

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