Bala Bay Hideaway

This amazing family cottage is located on a sensational waterfront property on Lake Muskoka – a hidden treasure!

Bala Bay Hideaway is located just 2 hours north of Toronto, on Lake Muskoka.  With easy access from the highway and conveniently situated near the town of Bala, you can enjoy shopping, dining, the farmers market, and don’t miss the weekly ski show on Tuesday nights!

The Property

Follow the winding drive down through the woods to the parking area which leads you to granite steps down to the stone patio out back of this lovely and enchanting cottage.  Lots of space for the kids to run and play!

Lakeside, a brand-new front deck was just built offering a stunning view of the bay and a few steps down to the inviting stone patio – perfect for campfires under the stars!  The path meanders further down to the lake, where you find the boathouse and sun-kissed dock:  shallow water by the shore (perfect for the little ones), and deep-water swimming off the swim platform.

With 200 feet of picturesque lakefront, the property boasts sweeping views of Bala Bay. Explore the lake and bays by canoe or SUP, or just relax in the Muskoka chairs as you take in the magnificent panoramic view.

The Cottage

This bright and cheerful cottage, with 3 bedrooms and 1 bath, has been lovingly remodeled with both modern vibrant design and smart functional style – welcome to the Muskoka lifestyle!

The crisp white kitchen is fully equipped with stainless appliances, including a dishwasher and wine fridge!  The smart island provides an excellent food prep station, and a great place for the kids to have a quick breakfast before heading out to play.  There’s even a super convenient stacked washer/dryer for the times you need to throw in a quick load!  The stone patio just outside the back kitchen door features a propane barbecue for grilling.

The dining area boasts a warm pine harvest table with seating for a family of 6.  With an open concept, the kitchen and dining areas open up into the charming living room/family room which features the original stone fireplace.  Cozy up on the sofa and over-stuffed chairs for family time with a movie and popcorn!  Grab a DVD in town or hook up to Apple TV/Netflix with the available Wifi.

Beautiful French doors open into the original Muskoka Room that has been transformed and stretches across the front of the cottage, offering beautiful views of the lake.  This porch is another great space to relax, dine al fresco, play some games, or do a puzzle!  Walk out to the front lakeside deck.

The master bedroom features a luxurious King bed and lake view, while the second bedroom with a Queen bed looks out to the woods.  The third bedroom boasts a Single/Double bunk along with a TV/DVD player – perfect for the kids!  A spotless 4pc bathroom, with shower and tub, rounds out the floorplan.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

 All bed linen and bath towels provided; beds and pillows have protection covers.  Bring your own beach towels!

Bedroom 1:  King bed
Bedroom 2:  Queen bed
Bedroom 3:  Double/Single Bunk
Bathroom:  4pc with tub/shower

Special Features

Boathouse

Additional Information

Family/Kid Friendly
Sorry no pets

Pricing Information

Weekly rentals only for 2022 Summer season

Summer (Fri July 1 – Mon Sept 5)
7-night minimum stay, Thursday to Thursday
$6,300 / week (equates to $900 / night) rental fee*
$500 Maintenance, cleaning & linen fee*
5% booking fee*
*13% HST applicable on these fees
$3,000 Security Deposit

Rentals for Early Summer/Fall

• Early Summer (Fri May 20 – Thur June 30)
• Fall (Tue Sept 6 – Mon Oct 10)

3-night minimum stay for Victoria Day Weekend and Thanksgiving Weekend
2-night minimum stay for other weekends
$850 / night rental fee*
$500 Maintenance, cleaning & linen fee*
5% booking fee*
*13% HST applicable on all fees
$3,000 Security Deposit

All other rentals off-season

2-night minimum stay
$850 / night rental fee*
$500 Maintenance, cleaning & linen fee*
5% booking fee*
*13% HST applicable on all fees
$3,000 Security Deposit

 2022 Policies

 Muskoka Cottages by Marlene is committed to providing all our Guests and Cottage Owners a safe and responsible rental experience.  With the abundant uncertainties around the Covid-19 pandemic situation moving into 2022, we have adjusted our regular Payment and Cancellation Policies.  These 2022 updated policies provide a level of flexibility in both timeline commitments and payment obligations.

Payment Policy

50% deposit of a reservation is due within 14 days of a booking request being approved by the Manager, with the balance due 30 days prior to Arrival Date (vs. usual payment policy of 60 days prior).

 Cancellation Policy

 30 days prior to Arrival Date, the Manager will email Renter requesting confirmation of reservation.

• A Renter wishing to cancel a reservation will have his/her deposit (less 5% booking fee) refunded.
  
• A Renter wishing to firm up reservation will be sent a secure link to make his/her balance payment.

 A Renter cancelling 1-29 days before Arrival Date will forfeit 100% of the Rental Fee and the 5% booking fee.  If the Property is able to be re-booked for the same rental period, 100% of the Rental and Cleaning and Linen Fees, less a $250 Administration Fee and the 5% booking fee, will be refunded to Renter.

 An Owner/Manager reserves the right to cancel a Rental Agreement at any time, at which point all payments will be refunded to Renter. 

 Should the Property not be available due to COVID-19 safety measures, or Acts of Nature (including fire, flood, earthquake, storm, hurricane or other natural disaster), all payments will be refunded to Renter.