Waterfront! Sleeps six, minutes from Huntsville, sandy beach, rustic charm!

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Entire home

View of dock, boathouse and beach from the deck

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Fireplace

Explore the area

Emsdale, ON

Arrowhead Provincial Park
14 min drive
Deerhurst Lakeside Golf Course
24 min drive
Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower
55 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Experience summer on Clear Lake! Featured in House and Home online, Clear Lake Cottage has all the rustic charm you would want in a cottage with all the comforts of home. Clear Lake Cottage is located approx.2 hours north of Toronto. Enjoy a full long lake view from the cottage, master bedroom or waterfront dock. Canoe around the lake and see nature at its best!

The cottage as been lovingly decorated with antique barn board flooring and walls, sturdy antique furniture and Canadiana, you will feel instantly relaxed the moment you step inside. The cottage includes a fully stocked cooks kitchen and everything you could want for a wonderful cottage vacation!

Quiet mornings can be spent on the dock with a coffee listening the the resident loons. Take a paddle around the lake which is a smooth as glass. There is a large living room as well as a large recreation room on the lower level. Loads of fun for families or couples looking for peace and quiet. Lake water is warm and calm and perfect for swimming with a large sand beach for children. Great fishing on the lake or right at the end of the dock for the kids. Gift basket of local goodies is left for every renter.

Three generous bedrooms, two with queen beds and one with two twins. Mattress covers, pillows and blankets supplied. Linens and towels available upon request with a small fee for each renter.

Good size four pc bathroom on the second floor.

Clear Lake Cottage offers an outdoor dining space as well as an indoor dining space. Large outdoor fire pit with seating for campfires and roasting marshmallows!

Located 10 minutes north of Hunstville, there are ample local attractions or you can stay at the cottage and soak up the sun. South western exposure gets full sun all day and a blazing evening sunset on most nights. Very large lot with just the right mix of sun and shade, fully treed and parking for up to three cars.

Pet friendly upon approval. Linen and towel service available upon request at 25.00 per person for the duration of your stay.

Property manager

Terry Spiers

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Parking available

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Sunrise view at Nottaway Island...perfect time for a paddle with the loons.

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Parking available

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

On approval

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking not permitted in or near the cottage.

Full refund available if we are able to re-book your week at the same rate. If the cottage is booked for a lower rate, refunded less the difference

Dogs welcome upon approval by owner. Linen and towel service 25.00 per person available.

13% HST to be paid directly to owner via email money transfer

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Scotia

Located in Perry, this cottage is on a lake. Huntsville Civic Center Algonquin Theater and Group of Seven Outdoor Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Almaguin Highlands Golf & Country Club and Huntsville Downs Golf & Country Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Emsdale, ON

What's nearby

Arrowhead Provincial Park - 14 min drive
Huntsville Civic Center Algonquin Theater - 21 min drive
Deerhurst Lakeside Golf Course - 24 min drive
Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area - 27 min drive
Deerhurst Highlands Golf Course - 27 min drive

Restaurants

‪Foodland - Novar - ‬9 min drive
‪Kearney Trailside Cookhouse - ‬15 min drive
‪Bayview Bistro - ‬16 min drive
‪Iron Skillet Custom Catering - ‬15 min drive
‪Subway - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront! Sleeps six, minutes from Huntsville, sandy beach, rustic charm! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront! Sleeps six, minutes from Huntsville, sandy beach, rustic charm!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront! Sleeps six, minutes from Huntsville, sandy beach, rustic charm!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront! Sleeps six, minutes from Huntsville, sandy beach, rustic charm! located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of Arrowhead Provincial Park, Palette Lake and Doe Lake Park. Waseosa Lake and Ripple Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne C.

2 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Blissful summer week on Clear Lake

We absolutely loved our stay at Clear Lake Cottage. It feels a bit like going back in time and staying at a long owned and loved traditional family cottage (but with A/C and wifi ;) We spent most of our time on the dock or in the water swimming, kayaking, and relaxing, and the water was a great temperature and super clean and clear. The kitchen is also well outfitted so we could make some great summer meals. Would definitely come back and recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

12 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Was a wonderful cottage. Terry was fantastic.

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

23 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely time!

We had a lovely stay in this charming cottage. The property and lake views are stunning, and we so enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey D.

12 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter break

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. We were 5 adults staying for a week. The space was great, the hiking in both Algonquin and Arrowhead was easy to reach and the table tennis table was an unexpected bonus!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Katherine B.

27 July 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay

Nice rustic cottage. Overall family enjoyed swimming in the clear lake and sitting on the dock. Beds were ok and great large master. It is a busy section of the lake but we expected that based on other reviews and were not bothered. There was a dog park directly in front which was an amazing surprise. There are some updates needed that would make this cottage worth the price. Owner very responsive before arrival.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Janice C.

2 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic cottage

We enjoyed the kayaks and the sandy beach for the 3 and 5 year old...lake setting was pretty and enjoyed swimming with the family..beds were comfortable and bedrooms cozy...the cottage space was roomy enough for the 6 of us...terry was very helpful when we forgot some items at the cottage...

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

16 Oct 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful time at Clear Lake

We had an amazing time at the cottage. It is as described if not better, beautifully decorated and very well maintained. Terry is a wonderful, very caring and thoughtful host We definitely will be back.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Frank E.

2 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Thank you Terry

Terry, you are a responsive and thoughtful host. The cottage is as described. Clear Lake is a beautiful, albeit busy lake. There were many motorboats and personal water crafts on the lake during our stay, however will still thoroughly enjoyed the kayaks.

10/10 Excellent

Ewan G.

20 Feb 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

North Muskoka cottage

We had a wonderful time, the cottage was cozy and spacious to accommodate my large family, and there are tons of winter activities nearby. A delightful winter retreat. We will definitely be going back!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

4 Jan 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great new year break!

Our family had a great stay here over the new year. Time was spent skating on the lake and playing board games in front of the large fireplace. Great proximity to Arrowhead Provincial Park.

10/10 Excellent

Ana M., Canada

15 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay. Beds are very comfortable.

Thanksgiving weekend. Great place to spend the weekend. The fire place is great. Beds are great. Nice linens . Rustic look perfect for the fall stay. Close to lake of bays. Close to farmers’s daugjter coffee shop/food market . Great to go for a coffee and pick up desert. .

10/10 Excellent

Ian B.

7 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great traditional cottage and great location! Excellent communication with host.

We had a very nice stay. The cottage was tastefully decorated and had many amenities.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

22 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time at clear lake cottage.

This property was perfect for our family get away this summer.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rob F., Toronto

25 July 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a fantastic spot!

Time seemed to standstill during our stay on the edge of Clear Lake. Highly recommended cottage to escape the city.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Agnes M.

15 Oct 2018

Confortable cottage with lots of character on a nice lake.

Great cottage! Beautifully decorated with antiques and very cozy. We enjoyed the evening in front of the massive fireplace. The dock was nice to relax and admire the fall colours... and enough kayaks and a canoe for long familly paddle on the lake. Not too far from shopping if you forget something. Thanks to the owners for the goodies we found on our arrival!

10/10 Excellent

Loralie C.

17 Sept 2018

Comfortable cottage, beautiful lake.

The cottage is very comfortable & well-appointed. Clear Lake is beautiful for swimming and boating. Terry responded promptly to our questions & was very helpful. We had a great week.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jessie W.

8 July 2016

Great summer vacation cottage!

This cottage worked perfectly for our family/friend vacation! It served all our needs and was 2 yr old friendly with a beach and a large master bedroom. The sunsets were beautiful and neighbours were friendly. We enjoyed having Huntsville just a little over 10 minutes away – great for golfing and afternoon ice cream trips. Terry was a great host and very responsive to all our questions. Hopefully we find time to return next summer!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Robert F., Toronto

8 Oct 2015

True Rustic Charm ... a fantastic autum getaway

What a beautiful way to spend an autum weekend. It was peaceful and charming. Terry was the perfect hostess ensuring that everything met our expectations. The fireplace was spectacular and I didn't want to leave! There was such attention to detail in every room of the house. The kitchen was loaded and ready to go. We loved the antiques and little extras. We will be back!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

19 Apr 2013

Cozy Winter Getaway

This is the third year in a row that my husband and I have rented this cottage for a long weekend getaway in winter and we will most likely be back again next year. (We usually come in Feb. but were there Easter weekend this time.) The gorgeous fireplace, lovely rooms and charming decor all create an incredibly warm and cozy atmosphere. We could have stayed by that fireplace drinking wine and reading books for weeks. If you are culinarily inclined this is the cottage has everything you need. The kitchen is well appointed with new appliances, high end pots, pans and utensils and basic condiments are all provided. A gift basket of wine and treats was waiting for us when we arrived. The cottage is impeccably clean and very well maintained. The beds are extremely comfortable and the master bedroom has a lovely view over the lake. The owners were very helpful with instructions and any questions we had. The bathroom is basic but clean and serviceable. Although we have only ever been here in the winter, I'm sure it is even more impressive in the summer. We would definitely recommend this property to friends and family.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

14 Apr 2013

Charming Cottage!

We stayed here with 2 young children (infant and 3 year old) as well as with 1 other couple with another toddler. The cottage is filled with rustic charm, is very comfortable and accommodated us very well. It is furnished with delightful antiques that make the cottage feel very cozy. The kitchen is well-appointed and is stocked better than our kitchen at home. We baked bread and fresh peach pie with ease. The kids had a cute bedroom with 2 single beds and a toy box that kept them busy for hours. On the living room shelf was a collection of Madeline stories that we read to the girls every night. The main bedroom was so spacious that our friend's daughter could sleep in a play tent that they placed at the foot of their bed with room to spare. The cottage has a gorgeous view of the lake and steps out to a beautiful balcony that is gated off on each end to keep the kids safe. The lake is wonderful for swimming. We have lovely memories of our daughter jumping off the dock into her dad's arms. Our friends enjoyed canoeing around the lake and their daughter was so tired out from playing hard on the beach and dock that she kept falling asleep in the canoe. The canoeing was good fun. We loved this place so much that we're going back this year!

About the host

Hosted by Terry Spiers

Terry and Mark live and work in Toronto and spend half of their time in Muskoka. They have a passion for all things cottage and lovingly restored this cottage with antique barn board floors and walls, and furnished with sturdy and comfortable antique furniture making it the perfect place to spend a summer vacation. Terry is a food and prop stylist in Toronto and Mark works for Air Canada.

Why they chose this property

We chose this property for the beautiful westerly views, blazing sunsets and its gentle and pretty slope to the waterfront. The lake is crystal clear and great for swimming with warm calm waters and a lovely sandy beach, perfect for children. We were enticed by the fact that Clear Lake is located just 10 minutes from all Hunstville has to offer. The area residents are friendly, helpful and full of pride for the area. This area is blessed to be part of the great Canadian Shield.

What makes this property unique

We fell in love with the brick fireplace and the openness of the main floor. The huge master bedroom with its vintage floors and wood slat ceiling also stole our hearts! The cottage is 1600 square feet of living space, big enough for the family but with a cozy feel. The perfect view of the water from the main or master bedroom deck is one of the best on the lake. Unique benefits are quiet and calm lake, warm for swimming, with sand packed bottom good for swimmers of all ages. Lovely sandy beach with shallow water for small children. Wonderful treed area with wildlife and bird watching. Early mornings can be spent on the dock or decks with a coffee, while you listen to the resident loons on the lake calling to each other.