Situated on the bay, Muskoka Waterfront Retreat is a great choice for a stay in Lake of Bays. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. There's also a terrace, and accommodations offer patios and flat-screen TVs.
Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area - 14 min drive - 14.8 km
Deerhurst Lakeside Golf Course - 14 min drive - 16.0 km
Deerhurst Highlands Golf Course - 17 min drive - 18.1 km
Getting around
Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Muskoka on the Rocks - 9 min drive
Din’s Food Truck - 2 min drive
Webster's Beacon - 15 min walk
Henrietta's Pine Bakery - 15 min walk
Boiler Room Tap & Grill - 2 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.
Muskoka Waterfront Retreat
Situated on the bay, Muskoka Waterfront Retreat is a great choice for a stay in Lake of Bays. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. There's also a terrace, and accommodations offer patios and flat-screen TVs.
Languages
English
At a glance
Property size
18 units
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 25
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Beach
Private beach
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cleaning supplies
Paper towels
Bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Toilet paper
Soap
Shampoo
Towels provided
Hair dryer
Entertainment
50-inch flat-screen TV with digital service
TV in a common area
Outdoor areas
Patio
Terrace
Barbecue grill
Picnic area
Outdoor furniture
Outdoor entertainment area
Firepit
Dock
Free firewood
Walkway to water
Work spaces
24-hour business center
Computer station
Comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Heating
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet friendly
CAD 60 per accommodation per stay
Welcoming cats and dogs only
Suitability/Accessibility
No elevators
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Communal living room
Fireplace in lobby
Wedding services
Location highlights
On the bay
On the lake
Near the bay
Things to do
Nature reserve
Water sports equipment
Fishing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Security system
General
18 rooms
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
A damage deposit of CAD 400 will be collected before check-in
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Cleaning fee: CAD 80 per accommodation, per stay
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 60 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche
Frequently asked questions
Does Muskoka Waterfront Retreat offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Muskoka Waterfront Retreat does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Muskoka Waterfront Retreat?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of CAD 60 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Muskoka Waterfront Retreat?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Muskoka Waterfront Retreat?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Muskoka Waterfront Retreat and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing. Enjoy amenities like a private beach and a picnic area.
Does Muskoka Waterfront Retreat have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, this cottage features a patio.
What's the area around Muskoka Waterfront Retreat like?
Muskoka Waterfront Retreat is a short 1-minute walk from Lake of Bays and 4 minutes' walk from Dwight Beach.
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Muskoka Waterfront Retreat Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 7, 2025
Enjoyable stay
This is our second stay at this resort. We like this time of year because it is quieter. These are cottages built likely in the 50s, but they have been nicely updated and are clean and comfortable. They provide wood-burning fireplaces, as well as provide the wood, a workable kitchen with full electric stove, fridge, dishwasher and microwave oven. Good service from the staff and quick communications. Recommended.
Verified traveler
7-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 1, 2025
Nice property , good to stay with family and friends
aakash
aakash, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 16, 2024
Wonderful place, but the heating and gas fireplace were out of order, thus only four and not five stars.
Johannes
Johannes, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 24, 2024
Nice property and cabin
Gino
Gino, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 26, 2024
Great place right next to the lake of bays.
The wood burning fireplace was perfect
We will be back next year for sure
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 12, 2024
Nice & Quiet. Cozy stay. Right in front of the lake.
Property had bbq which was clean.
Recommended.
Jagjyot
Jagjyot, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2023
We stayed at the Tumble inn at the waterfront retreat for 1 night. I must say it was a cozy place with a such a beautiful surrounding. I would recommend this place to anyone who’s looking for a cozy and comfy place to stay at in Muskoka!
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2023
One of the best properties I have stayed at in Muskoka! Kudos to the team managing all communications.
Avinash
Avinash, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2023
Home away from home
We had a great time at the Resort . We celebrated the New Year’s Eve there with family and friends.
Agnieszka
Agnieszka, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2023
Great shorefront spot. Clean and spacious room.
Sophie
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 11, 2024
Recommended.
Good stay. Clean. Comfortable. Lots of amenities. Good service.
David
David, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2023
The place was in excellent condition, very quiet, options with amenities are unbelievable. Definitely coming back here.
Avijit
Avijit, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 13, 2023
Cozey and pre stocked with the essentials making it very easy if you forget little things. You don’t have to worry about toilet paper or towels as they do provide this!
Kiyoko
Kiyoko, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2023
The location is great in between Huntsville and Algonquin Park. Very quiet area and a nice location near the lake. Comfortable accommodations with a small but nice kitchen area in the chalet units.
The beds are very nice with great pillows.Wireless internet was fast and always worked. The grill on the patio was nice to have.
Would definitely consider staying here again when visiting the area in the future.
Frank
Frank, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 21, 2023
We found the room quite comfortable Could you use a better couch and higher toilet . Kitchen was nice and beds super comfortable. Good start to property A little bit of a tripping hazzard .
Micheal
Micheal, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 8, 2023
We liked the property a lot.
It has beautiful sightseeing and cabins are clean, comfortable, well equiped and renovated.
Huntsville is close enough to go and have a nice dinner.
Hall has a lot of board games to have a good family time.
Definitely it's worthwhile.
Looking forward to go back
Carlos
Carlos, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 25, 2023
Bedroom was in great condition. The sofa in living area had many stains and the washroom had that humid basement odor.
Farooq
Farooq, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 20, 2024
Property was just ok. Doors didn’t shut properly. Floors were were not level. Bathroom tub was extremely slippery was scared to use it
Doug
Doug, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2023
This is absolute gem. I couldn’t of asked for a better place to stay. 1 million percent recommend this resort. Everything all in one. So impressive. We will be back in a month for sure
Ronald
Ronald, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 3, 2023
Cabin was not cleaned as would be expected, as per their documented cleaning checklist.
Area around the cabin was not cleared of snow and ice and made it difficult to access.
Mimma
Mimma, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 8, 2023
We made the reservation only 4.5 hours in advance on expedia and the property wasn't ready for us when we arrived. We had already had a long travel day (had to book this last minute when we blew a tire on the highway). We entered the room and it was dirty and clearly not cleaned after the last use. They came and cleaned it but left the floors soaking wet so we had to dry them ourselves with towels because it was gross. The air conditioner made a loud buzzer noise (think arena hockey buzzer) every few seconds so we couldn't use it which left our room damp and warm. We messaged the staff for help but no one responded.
We finally got the AC running ourselves the next day but it still would do a loud buzzer noise every 20 min or so which was terrible with a napping toddler.
We were in the lower unit so when the upper unit vacated and was being clean, staff were so loud , scrapping furniture across the floor and walking like elephants while our toddler was napping and then the AC was going off every so often- what a nightmare.
Although we had those issues, dwight beach was amazing, very family friendly. We liked the proximity to huntsville as well for shopping and dining. There is a private beach with the resort but we preferred the public one.
We would stay again, however, only if a full cottage was available. Not in one of the rooms with the kitchenette again due to upper neighbour noise.
Jade
6/10 Good
Nov 22, 2022
This is a difficult review to write. Overall we had a good, relaxing vacation. However there were several reasons why our stay was not great or fantastic. First the good: the setting is fantastic. Great lakeside views, cool lakeside dock to hang out at that’s lit up at night, walking distance to groceries and a delicious cafe, etc. We had wonderful evenings by the fireplace and BBQ some nice dinners on the porch.
However!! This place needs some love. We fell sleep every night to mice raiding the garbage can and leaving little poops all over the counters. We thought there were no mugs. Turns out they were sitting dirty in the dishwasher from the previous guests. We soon found this was because The dishwasher was broken. We tried to do our own dishes but the water pressure was a mere trickle. We brought this up with the staff who were replied quickly and offered to move us which was great. But the move was a downgrade to a smaller place with no lake view from the bedroom. So we declined. We already had all our food and stuff everywhere.
The “full” kitchen was lacking essentials like dish towels, anything to cook in the oven (baking sheet, casserole, etc.). biggest frying pan was 6 inch that made us cook pancakes individually. Knives couldn’t cut. A coffee machine was listed in the listing. But it was a keurig with only 5 pods ran out and couldn’t make our own grounds. A cabinet door fell off. Etc. nice location and has potential but overpriced for the quality.
Adam
Adam, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2025
Verified traveler
5-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 1, 2025
Jeff
Jeff, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 30, 2024
Nice little cabin on the edge of the lake. We really liked having access to the kayaks.