See all properties
Entire home

Serene Calm Holiday Homes - Gravenhurst

Photo gallery for Serene Calm Holiday Homes - Gravenhurst

View of the lake including muskoka chairs
View to the west
Spectacular evening sunset
View to the north
View to the east

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 683.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Gravenhurst, ON
  • Muskoka Wharf
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Muskoka Bay Golf Course
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Sparrow Lake
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Muskoka, ON (YQA)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Serene Calm Holiday Homes - Gravenhurst

This is a truly unique property set on 2.5 acres with 710 feet of frontage. The cottage faces north so you get early morning sunrises with your coffee and spectacular evening sunsets. The cottage is a true Muskoka tradition with pine ceilings, 3 large bedrooms and a wonderful screened in Muskoka room to view the lake and especially the sunsets. The cottage comes with a fully equipped kitchen including stainless steel stove, fridge, microwave, coffee maker, toaster and kettle. The living room has satellite TV, and a Napoleon wood stove for those cooler nights The bedrooms all have views of the lake and come complete with all linens
The lake is fantastic for all water activities including swimming canoeing, boating and fishing
There is a large dock and a beach area.
Additionally there is a large gas BBQ, and a picnic table for outdoor dining and a firepit for watching sunsets and roasting marshmellows.
All this and just 2 hours from Toronto!

Riley Lake area activities include Water sports, Swimming, Golf, Canoeing, Fishing, Hiking, Seguin Boat Tours, Theatre, Restaurants, Casino Rama.

Rental Details
Saturday to Saturday rental
Checkin 4pm
Checkout 11am
This reservation has a Firm cancellation policy - refunds will be issued up to 60 days prior to the check in date.
A 100% refund is provided for travellers cancelling at least 60 days before check-in. A 50% refund is provided for travellers cancelling from 30 to 59 days before check-in. No refunds are provided for travellers cancelling less than 30 days prior to check-in. CanadaStays Booking Fees are refundable if you cancel within 48 hours of placing your booking request.
Our house rules: primary renter must be 25 or older, no smoking, no parties or events, pets permitted.
Quiet time after 11pm
Refundable Security deposit $250 payable on arrival
1 pet maximum - must be under 50 lbs and controllable

Property manager

Paul
Premier Host

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

View of the cottage and gazebo from the lake

Muskoka lakefront island cottage suitable for large families

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
9.2 out of 10, (5 reviews)
Muskoka lakefront island cottage suitable for large families

House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 25
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
default

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Gravenhurst

Located in Gravenhurst, this cottage is on the beach. Little Norway Memorial and Bethure Memorial House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Tree Museum and Buckwallow Biking Trails.
Map
Gravenhurst, ON

What's nearby

  • Casino Rama - 37 min drive - 32.1 km
  • Muskoka Wharf - 40 min drive - 38.8 km
  • Muskoka Bay Golf Course - 44 min drive - 38.7 km
  • Taboo Golf Course - 46 min drive - 42.7 km
  • Sparrow Lake - 47 min drive - 34.6 km

Getting around

  • Washago Station - 28 min drive
  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Phil's Bakery - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene Calm Holiday Homes - Gravenhurst pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

Where is Serene Calm Holiday Homes - Gravenhurst located?

This Gravenhurst cottage is on the beach, 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Provincial Park, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Tree Museum and The Tree Museum. Washago Centennial Park and Lake Couchiching are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Randy P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A nice week in gravenhurst
A very nice week. Looking forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this property
My brothers, Dad, and I had a wonderful week here. The property has a fantastic northern exposure that's great for stargazing. The lake and surrounding terrain are beautiful. The cabin is classic and well cared-for. 10/10 would recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Beautiful scenery and privacy
If you like quiet, privacy and scenic lake views, wildlife (beavers, turtles, loons, woodpeckers, humming birds) this is the place for you. Sat has lots of noisy neighbours singing Karaoke and rocking out (til 11:30 pm) but all other nights are quiet. There is no bunk bed, a double instead. The inside is quite rustic (foundation concerns/sloping floors, wonky accordion doors, electricity not to code), the outside is ideal for swimming, fishing, kayaking, canoeing and boating. Would definitely come again. Beds are comfortable and all appliance work great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Tony I.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Old dilapidated cottage
Some reviewers have described this cottage as rustic. This cottage is not rustic, it is dilapidated. The appliances do function, but the walls, floors, doors, minuscule bathroom, cupboards and fittings are in very poor condition due to age. The walls and floors are extremely old and have tilted in different directions and separated in places. For example, the set of doors in the the East-West interior wall has not tilted down as far as its West end has subsided. The owners have filled the resulting gap between the doors and the door frame on each side with fibre glass insulation, which remains visible and partly coated with paint. Prospective renters should ask for a picture of the bathroom. Other condition flaws are too numerous to mention.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

sally k.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Summer holiday
The owners came by when we arrived and dropped off the homemade bread which was lovely. The road into the cottage is single lane and very rough and scary in places. Don’t arrive after dark!! The cottage is very old and in very poor shape. There are no bunk beds as described in the write up which left us without enough beds and parents bunking with kids. Only one toilet- bathroom is extremely small. There is a leak in the kitchen pipes that leaves a large pool of water on the counter. The fire stove for heating was very challenging. The list of what was expected for us to clean was lengthy including cleaning the oven. So our final day was spent cleaning instead of enjoying the fishing and swimming. We enjoyed fishing, campfires and swimming and kayaking. The kids really enjoyed playing in the woods. It is a beautiful spot and sunsets were spectacular. I would recommend serious repairs before continued rental and no more than 5 people as there isn’t enough seating at the dining table beyond that.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

HRoU70PCxYWk0unhY4IPiKRUA3qOdM7ixggGwHDWmNmZA+k7YbybHI67AAAAAcDBuBgkqhkiG9w0BBwagYTBfAgEAMFoGCSqGSIb n.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lutz S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Muskoka Lakefront
Great, great location - literally at the end of the road sticking out into the lake. You will need to carry everything about 30 yards over a small knoll. Not for the wheelchair or mobility challenged folks. Hosts live near by and are super responsive. Busy lake, but a very nice lake with lots of areas to explore. Need to bring your own drinking water and be prepared for a cottage your grandfather used to own in the 60's. Kitchen is very well stocked with everything you need. No wifi, but excellent cell service as there is a tower at one end of the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doris V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A True Cottage
This is a wonderful rustic cottage; all that you need; with charm in spades and a moving history. The property is incredible...rock, trees, water and a little sand. Southern Muskoka scenery! The lake is quite interesting with arms that run off and touching the Queen Elizabeth II Wildland Provincial Park in areas. We canoed the perimeter, a leg a day, during our stay. You do overlook the lake access point across the bay and on summer weekends, it might be busy but September was glorious. The boat of choice...pontoons. The hosts, who cottage on the point of the island just across the channel, are friendly and informative...and their love for this property comes across. All in all, if you're looking for a real cottage experience and like "quirks", this is a gem. We loved our time spent. B&D, Barrie, Ontario
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike and Pam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little rustic cabin
Had a great time with the family, fishing, hiking, boating, tubing and wake boarding! Beautiful location and scenery! Thanks Paul and June! The bread was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Renee G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing getaway on a beautiful natural property
Cottage was very clean despite being an older cottage with a rustic feel. Beautiful large screened in porch area to sit and look out at the lake. The property the cottage sits on is very large with no close neighbours. Most of the lake shoreline is rocks (slippery when wet!), however there is a private small shallow beach at the boat dock which is connected to the cottage by a beautiful short path through the woods. Swimming was great off the rocks or at the beach. Homeowners live close by and are very welcoming. Bring your own drinking water. Will definitely consider coming here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Rod B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice But Noisy
Great hosts - very responsive, both before and during. Beautiful setting. Busy lake - noise of the many jet skis and speed boats detract from the tranquility. Not suitable for the mobility challenged (lake access or steps into cabin). Older cabin - sagging floors result in sloping counter tops and cupboard doors jamming. We had a really great time - just be aware of the inconveniences. We'll miss coffee and tea in the mornings on the screened in porch. Thank you June and Paul.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tomasz K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Paul and June were great hosts. The property was well maintained and the location is great with wonderful swimming right off the dock. Television in the cottage was great for watching the Euros on rainy days. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An excellent place for a relaxing vacation
Excellent view, nice host. Once you arrive, you will find a beautiful, cozy rustic cottage, the incomparable smell of wood, leaves and fresh air , the lake with wonderful waves. Is not a luxury cottage, is like grandpa cottage 🤩 something that you want to feel, to smell and enjoy and to keep all these memories in your soul. The kitchen is well equipped. Paul and June gave us a welcome gift, a nice bread and helpful informations. Thank you! We enjoyed every moment!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Alyssa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
Our family (2 adults, 2 boys - ages 6 and 9, and a 6-month old puppy) really enjoyed our stay! The cottage was a good size for us and was very well equipped. We were thankful for the satellite TV, DVDs, and games for the couple rainy days we had. The property was beautiful and was fun for the boys and dog to explore. They especially liked swimming off the rocks and jumping off the dock. They also did some fishing and we took the fishing boat and canoe out for several outings around the lake. My husband and I loved having coffee on the Muskoka chairs and enjoying the view, and having a camp fire in the evenings. The only (small) downsides were 1) groceries/etc. were about a 45min drive away, so we just did one shop for the whole week, and 2) the bugs when we took the dog for walks on the road (they were fine on the property itself), so having OFF with DEET is recommended! A great getaway to nature was just what we needed in the middle of the COVID Pandemic. Thank you so much, Paul!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Grant N.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Beautiful scenery
The scenery was beautiful. Water was great for swimming and fishing. Owners were very nice. My kids thoroughly enjoyed the home made bread.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maryann A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn’t of wished for more
This little piece of heaven was exactly what I needed! A few friends and I really enjoyed this property! Waking up and being able to go cast and actually catch a few fish before even finishing my morning coffee was absolutely amazing! That’s not even mentioning the views with the wonderful sunrises and beautiful sunsets ! We were even lucky enough to enjoy a thunderstorm on the screened in porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

bruce t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vintage cottage on a nice lake
Our family enjoyed the cottage and amenities (boats, islands that could be paddled to) as well as trips to the general store for Kawartha ice cream. thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Very good
This property was great. It had everything I expected and was exactly as I thought it would be. I would recommend this property to others and I would stay here again.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Such a classic cottage experience!
I love the sloping rock, windswept pine shorelines of Muskoka/Georgian Bay. This lake has it and this cottage has it in spades. Beautiful. My little girl caught a ton of little bass, sunfish, perch, etc. and I caught a honkin 3 + lb bass - what could be better? Terrific swimming, canoeing, bbq, and nightly fire pit with marsh mellows. So pleasant to sit in the screened front sun room any time of the day. I won't tell you the gorgeous day trips we researched and most thoroughly enjoyed. This cottage may not have the hot tubs or jacuzzis... but it simply is the most wonderful, clean, comfortable "cottage cottage" with all amenities that you will ever find. Please do not rent it as I always want it to be available!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Very good
This property was great. It had everything I expected and was exactly as I thought it would be. I would recommend this property to others and I would stay here again.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Large waterfront property
Water access- for motor boats and sea- doos. Busy lake. Cottage very rustic
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Beautiful setting!
We loved the rocks for lounging and the swimming was great! The canoe was tipsy and the paddleboat not in great shape. The bathroom was a bit rustic but the kitchen was well supplied ( altho a peeler would be helpful) and the main room was comfy. We had a lovely time except for the plentiful mosquitoes (not the hosts fault lol) in this beautiful spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adele b.

Beautiful property
Thanks for the fresh bread. What a gorgoeous lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Nice rustic cottage that was perfect for our family.
Beautiful location, great swimming and canoeing, loved the screened in porch! June and Paul were very helpful and friendly!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Paul

Host profile image

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests