On the beach.Stay at this Bracebridge vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Muskoka and 2 miles (3 km) of Santa's Village. Muskoka Highlands Golf Course and South Muskoka Curling and Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Muskoka Highlands Golf Course - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles
Muskoka Brewery - 16 min drive - 7.9 miles
High Falls Water Park - 17 min drive - 10.6 miles
Taboo Golf Course - 23 min drive - 8.1 miles
Getting around
Gravenhurst Station - 23 min drive
Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Tim Hortons - 9 min drive
Oliver's Coffee - 10 min drive
Bracebridge Barrelhouse - 10 min drive
Subway - 10 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Beach Haven A Charming Lake Muskoka family cottage
Summary: Beach Haven - Charming Lake Muskoka family friendly cottage in Bracebridge. Relax and enjoy this perfect family cottage located in Bracebridge, this 3+ bedroom, 1.5 bath year round cottage with beautiful lake views on Lake Muskoka is the perfect family getaway.
The Space: For those who wish to enjoy the water there is a small sand beach with shallow water entry that gets deeper as you go out. For the avid boater there is a 13’ X 27’ boat slip plus a covered boat port and boat house. Looking to launch your boat there is a free boat ramp 500 yards away. For those who enjoy non-motorized water sports, you can swim, or fish along the shore line. In the evening entertain the whole family in the beautiful Muskoka room, and cook meals in the gourmet kitchen with pantry wall, breakfast counter and granite island. For those who want to stay outside they can enjoy the lake view deck or a bonfire down at the fire pit. After a long day why not lounge in the spacious living room with satellite TV and stone fireplace or the family area with propane stove and walkout to the deck. The master bedroom offers the perfect view of the lake, and a balcony as well as a walk-in closet perfect for all your clothing. The second & third bedrooms offer plenty of room for the rest of the family.
NOTABLE FEATURES Close to local grocery stores and restaurants South East Facing TV Shallow water entry / Beach front Propane furnace & A/C Table tennis Pet friendly Fireplace
OUTDOOR ACTIVITES Swimming Fire Pit 2 adult kayaks 2 kids kayaks Hot tub (closed for winter Thanksgiving to Victoria Day)
PARKING 4 cars
Sleeping configuration: 1. Primary has 1 King bed, sleeps 2 2. Guest bedroom two has 2 queen beds, sleeps 4 3. Guest bedroom 3 has 2 double beds, sleeps 4 4. Bunkie - regular bunk bed twin on top and bottom, sleep 2 Bunkie is closed in winter Bathroom 1 ~ 4pc with shower/tub combo Bathroom 2 ~ 2pc powder room
Speak with our cottage Concierge about additional fee for service add ons Catering, private chef services, 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 is yours for the duration of your stay.
The Neighborhood: Bracebridge is located on the Muskoka River, overlooking the iconic Bracebridge Falls, Muskoka's most significant waterfall.The lakes and rivers around Bracebridge make it a perfect place to be during the spring and summer months, whether you're enjoy water sports, relaxing on the dock at the cottage, adventure trips or enjoying the beauty of the region.
Getting Around: Car required.
Other Things to Note: Please note we will place a hold of $1,500 onto your credit card at check in we will release the rest of the payment 7 days after check out. 2025 Code of Conduct & House Rules: see house rules
Interaction with Guests: We are an email away if you need us!
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)
First aid kit
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
Please note we will place a hold of $1,000 onto your credit card at check in as a hold against potential damage, we will release this hold 7 days a...
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: Free
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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 first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Beach Haven A Charming Lake Muskoka family cottage to the airport?
This vacation home is 10.1 mi (23-min drive) away from the Muskoka, ON (YQA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Beach Haven A Charming Lake Muskoka family cottage have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Beach Haven A Charming Lake Muskoka family cottage to the beach?
This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Beach Haven A Charming Lake Muskoka family cottage offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Beach Haven A Charming Lake Muskoka family cottage?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Beach Haven A Charming Lake Muskoka family cottage?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Beach Haven A Charming Lake Muskoka family cottage?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Beach Haven A Charming Lake Muskoka family cottage have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Beach Haven A Charming Lake Muskoka family cottage have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Beach Haven A Charming Lake Muskoka family cottage to downtown Bracebridge?
This vacation home is 3.8 mi away from Bracebridge.
Reviews
Beach Haven A Charming Lake Muskoka family cottage Reviews
7.6
Good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 7 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 7 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 7 reviews
4 - Poor
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Reviews
4/10 Poor
Janet E.
Aug 30, 2025
Janet E.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Jul 29, 2025
Good time
We had a lovely stay at Beach Haven. The listing was quite accurate and the house (not a cottage really) was clean. Lots of space available for our party. The screened-in porch and the boathouse (we brought up our own watercrafts) were particularly nice!!! The beds in all three rooms were quite comfortable.The house was very dated and many areas of the living area had white (somewhat dirty) carpeting. The bathrooms were functional but again dated. I think the thing our party found dismaying was the beach and the water off the dock - it was very weedy and mucky. Not a place where anyone in our party felt comfortable swimming. The ducks and geese around the property were considerable and added to the mess on the beach and in the water. Overall our stay in the house was good but we somewhat struggled to enjoy the outside space
Verified traveler
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
matt s.
Jun 28, 2024
Not Quite What the ad says
We recently stayed at this VRBO cottage for a week to celebrate my birthday with friends. While we had an overall good time, there were several issues that didn't match the listing description and could use attention.
Check-In:
The check-in process was very easy and hassle-free.
Misleading Bathroom Information:
The listing advertises two 3-piece bathrooms, but in reality, there's only one full bathroom. The other bathroom downstairs only has a toilet and sink, which was quite disappointing.
Cleanliness:
The cottage was not as clean as expected. The carpets were heavily stained and had an unpleasant odor, likely from a wet dog. Additionally, there were numerous cobwebs throughout the house, indicating a lack of thorough cleaning.
Deck and Boat Area:
The back deck is very old and seems dangerously close to giving way. It definitely needs urgent repairs. The deck around the boat house is extremely slippery when wet and needs a good pressure wash for safety reasons.
Positives:
Despite these issues, we enjoyed our week at the cottage. The beds were extremely comfortable, and the sunroom was a beautiful place to relax. These aspects of the house were highlights of our stay.
Wi-Fi Issues:
We experienced problems with the Wi-Fi during our stay. Unfortunately, instead of the host handling the situation, we had to meet with the Bell technician ourselves at 9 am, which was inconvenient.
In summary, while there were enjoyable aspects of our stay, the property needs some attention
matt s.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
John N.
Apr 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay for work
I stayed at this property with 2 other coworkers to do a job in the area. We were there for 6 days, 5 nights. It was a lovely place to stay and really close to everything we needed. The manager had everything laid out to make our stay as easy as possible, which was especially important since we were in the area to work and didn't have much time to explore. My coworker is actually interested in coming back sometime. I would definitely recommend!
John N.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
8/10 Good
Kim M.
Mar 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and Priced Well
We had a lovely stay - the cottage was comfortable but was missing towels and the fireplaces did not work unfortunately. Otherwise everything was in place. There are aspects that have some wear-tear to them but the price that was charged in comparison to other places seems to have taken that into consideration. We were pleased and satisfied and were happy to have gotten away.
Kim M.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alison N.
Aug 17, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Sandbar Lane
The property was in very good condition and well appointed. It was conveniently located near Bracebridge for shopping and restaurants.
The only downsides were that the neighboring properties are very close together. On on side there were a number of small children which tended to be loud and liked to throw rocks in the general area I was fishing. Also, the high volume of speed boats and Ski-dos who paid no attention to the No-wake rules made for some dangerous times in our canoe. Almost got swamped several times. Lastly, the No toilet paper in the septic is understandable but awkward. The bidet shoots ice cold, high pressure water. A freezing enema first thing in the morning works better than coffee to wake you up
Alison N.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Aaron O.
May 9, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful great place
This property is an amazing property great location close to town.. was an amazing stay although the hot tub was one of the main features i wanted took three days ti get to temperature so i would just suggest starting the heating up process at least 2.5 days before guest arrive… was also looking forward to cozying up by the indoor fireplace which was u available. So would also suggest mentioning that in the add.. but ither then that the place was amazing and we loved our stay..