| To inquire,
click here |
| Rates: Inquire |
| A refundable security deposit of $ is required in addition to the price. |
| Bedrooms:
4, Sleeps 5 to 7 |
| Beds: MBR:
1 Queen; Bdr 1: 1 Double; Bdr 3: 2
Singles; Bdr 4: 1 Double |
| Bathrooms:
2 (four-piece) |
| Catering Possible:
No |
| Shuttle:
No |
| Cleaning: Included |
| Nearest Body of Water:
Peninsula Lake |
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| The property is NOT wheelchair accessible. |
| Smoking is NOT permitted on the property. |
| There is cell reception at this property, with at least one local carrier. |
| There is NOT Internet service at
the property. |
| There is NOT washer or dyer at
the property. |
| There is NOT telephone. You will
need to use your cell phone. |
| There is a television with
3 local stations only. |
| Parking Available:
a |
| Distance from Deerhurst: a |
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Description:
Hidden away on the shore of Peninsula Lake, close to
Algonquin Park and a short drive to Huntsville, this
gem of a cottage will be your place to recharge as
you enjoy the beauty of this Muskoka lake.
Idlehour Cottage
is a peaceful spot with a wonderful view of the lake
and 460 feet of waterfront. The south-facing deck
will provide you with morning sun, while a second
deck faces the lake and is a place to find shade
when you need it. If you prefer, the large screened
sun porch (Muskoka Room) has ample space to sit and
chat, read a book, play board games, or eat a casual
meal as you watch the sun sparkle on the water.
Idlehour has four spacious bedrooms; three on the
upper level and one on the lower level. There
are two double beds, one queen-sized bed and two
singles.
Lovingly finished throughout in knotty pine, there
is plenty of seating area in the living room. A
large pine dining room table sits next to the large
windows looking out to the lake. A fully-equipped
kitchen runs off the dining room and has a door
leading out to the front deck. There is one
four-piece bathroom on this main level.
The lower level of the cottage (with walk-out to the
front yard) has a second space for relaxing,
equipped with a dartboard and CD player - a great
spot for the teenagers. There is a new three-piece
bathroom.
The cottage
property is quite level, and has plenty of room for
games or for exploring among the trees. Follow the
gently winding path to the lake, where you can
access the water with its shallow entry, and sand
and pebble bottom. A dock extends 50 feet out into
the lake.
A canoe is provided at the cottage, along with an
aluminum boat with oars. If you bring your own boat,
a launch is available right on the property. For a
larger launching area, Tally Ho Resort is just
across the lake. Peninsula Lake connects to a chain
of lakes that provide 70 kilometers of boating on
Fairy Lake (Huntsville Marina) , Lake Vernon, and
through a set of locks to the Muskoka River and Mary
Lake. A short drive from Idlehour Cottage will take
you to Lake of Bays if you would like to launch your
boat at the South Portage Access and explore what
this lake has to offer.
For the more adventurous sort, a hike on the
lakeshore path at the front of the cottage will lead
you along the shore of Peninsula Lake, past many
interesting cottages. If you prefer, you can explore
the nearby historical site of the old Portage Flyer
Train that used to run overland to Lake of Bays. A
half hour drive will take you to Algonquin Park,
where you will find hiking trails, beaches for
swimming, or a Nature Centre to explore. The
difficult part of your holiday will be choosing from
the many activities that will be available to you!