Vacation rentals in Muskoka Lakes

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Top-rated vacation rentals in Muskoka Lakes

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Treehouse in Huntsville
Charming A-Frame Treehouse | HotTub + Fireplace
Experience an enchanting stay in the Muskokas in our beautiful, updated 1970s A-Frame cabin! You will be high up, tucked in the trees - this is the perfect destination to unplug, relax, and enjoy the beauty around you! Enjoy the natural beauty and serenity around you, or get outside and enjoy nearby skiing, skating, snowshoeing and so much more!! *Hot tub open year-round *Free Arrowhead Park Pass *Beautiful, picturesque views *5 min walk to skiing *Pets are welcome 📷 Check us out @door25stays
Aug. 25 – Sep. 1
$705 CAD per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 106 reviews
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Loft in Gravenhurst
Cedar Terrace | By Lake Muskoka | Private Hot Tub
Private loft on the second story of a beautiful cottage/condo-style building. Built on a granite ridge with forest and skyline views of the Muskoka Wharf. Relax & reconnect in your private hot tub beside your crackling wood fire. You’ll enjoy convenience and luxury just steps from Lake Muskoka; without being out in the bush, with no wifi or cell signal. This is a luxurious suite for couples in the heart of it. Surrounded by lakes, trails, beaches restaurants and shops. Wine, dine, soak and play.
May 20 – 27
$257 CAD per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews
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Cabin in Huntsville
Aux Box Muskoka**HOT TUB** Modern Bunkie
Get away from city life and enjoy the outdoors in a modern space. 1 min walk through the bush to get to the Aux box. Complete Muskoka experience with a hot tub, cozy wood burning fireplace. Not interested in maintaining a fire? Full Hydro service providing extra heat to keep you toasty. Incinerating toilet. No running water except to the Outdoor shower w/ heated water during warmer months. Good cell reception. Situated on a cliff with amazing sunsets and views of the rolling hills and the water
Jul. 22 – 29
$417 CAD per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 422 reviews

Popular amenities for Muskoka Lakes vacation rentals

Stay near Muskoka Lakes's top sights

Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve89 locals recommend
JW Marriott The Rosseau Muskoka Resort & Spa21 locals recommend
Gravenhurst Muskoka Wharf58 locals recommend
Six Mile Lake Provincial Park13 locals recommend
The KEE to Bala95 locals recommend
Gull Lake Rotary Park25 locals recommend

Other great vacation rentals in Muskoka Lakes

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Cabin in Parry Sound
Whispering River Studio Retreat
Dec. 18 – 25
$152 CAD per night
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 438 reviews
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Cottage in Huntsville
Escape North to Muskoka A-Frame | 4-Season Chalet
May 31 – Jun. 7
$451 CAD per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 262 reviews
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Tiny homes in Waubaushene
Unique Tiny Home
Apr. 11 – 18
$157 CAD per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 282 reviews
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Guesthouse in Utterson
Lakefront Muskokan Log Cabin
May 10 – 17
$213 CAD per night
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews
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Cottage in Baysville
D O C K | NEW Modern Muskoka Waterfront 2+1 bed
Dec. 2 – 9
$432 CAD per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 165 reviews
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Cottage in Huntsville
The Rock Lodge, At Mary Lake (+ Hot Tub)
Jun. 12 – 19
$355 CAD per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 194 reviews
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Home in Kawartha Lakes
nortehaus - Nordic and Japanese inspired escape
May 27 – Jun. 3
$658 CAD per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 96 reviews
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Cottage in Windermere
Lake Rosseau Boathouse Getaway for 2
Dec. 28 – Jan. 4
$427 CAD per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 73 reviews
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Home in Bracebridge
Muskoka River Cabin
Oct. 26 – Nov. 2
$635 CAD per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 30 reviews
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Cabin in Gravenhurst
[BlackHeron] AFrame with Lake Access
Apr. 14 – 21
$440 CAD per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews
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Tiny homes in Gravenhurst
Woodland Muskoka Tiny House
Dec. 4 – 11
$281 CAD per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 84 reviews
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Cottage in Bracebridge
Tiny Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub
Jan. 2 – 9
$493 CAD per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 72 reviews

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Muskoka Lakes

Total rentals

1.1K properties

Rentals with a pool

20 properties have a pool

Pet-friendly rentals

580 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

960 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

29K reviews

Nightly prices starting at

$41 CAD before taxes and fees

Your guide to Muskoka Lakes

Introduction

A haven of charming towns, serene natural beauty, and nearly endless miles of water, Muskoka Lakes invites visitors to enjoy an idyllic retreat in what locals often refer to as Canada’s cottage country. Just inland from Georgian Bay, the township draws its name from a series of hundreds of lakes, dominated by the eponymous Lake Muskoka, Lake Joseph, and Lake Rosseau, dotted with small communities including Port Carling and Huntsville. While celebrity-owned mansions pepper the shores of the larger lakes, many more of the picturesque lakes draw visitors to swim and boat in the pristine natural waters. Families and couples are also attracted to the quaint communities for relaxing getaways featuring golf, spas, and seasonal scenery including stunning fall colours.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Muskoka Lakes

Warm summers bring enthusiastic visitors to enjoy the delightfully moderate average high temperatures around 75 degrees Fahrenheit, with evenings that cool off to a pleasant low of around 50 degrees — just enough to need a sweatshirt around the campfire. But even when the sun shines, the area still receives plenty of precipitation, averaging three to four inches each month in summer and even more in the fall. In winter, that falls as snow, with the region receiving many feet of snow each month; temperatures dip to average lows in the single digits, and even the average highs hover below freezing. Spring and fall tend to be cool and pleasant, requiring a few layers — some waterproof — but generally remaining inviting enough for hiking and walking.


Top things to do in Muskoka Lakes

Port Carling

While most visitors stay in cottages and cabins for rent around the various lakes, the municipal seat of Muskoka Lakes makes a good destination for boaters or visitors looking for a pleasant place to explore. Called the Hub of the Lakes for its location on the Indian River, where its locks connect Lake Muskoka with Lake Rosseau, it dates to the mid-19th century, when it was a logging town and resort; now it caters to visitors with shopping, restaurants, lake cruises, and a museum.

View of the Lakes Chair Tour

This tour leads you to the best places to sit in one of ten brightly colored Muskoka chairs, take selfies, and stare at the scenery. Vistas include the trails of Hardy Lake Provincial Park, James Bartleman Island in the center of Port Carling, and the Windermere Dock looking out over Lake Rosseau.

Georgian Bay Islands National Park

With thousands of miles of lakeshore, rivers, and waterfalls, all the best parts of Muskoka Lakes involve getting onto the water, and one of the best places to do so is by visiting the world’s largest freshwater archipelago, comprising more than 60 islands. Whether you do so as part of a tour or by private watercraft, this national park inside the Georgian Bay Biosphere Reserve, accessible only by boat, brings you to granite shores, wooded hiking and biking trails, and forests awaiting exploration.

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