Located in what is referred to as “cottage country”, Muskoka, Ontario is a beautiful place to enjoy summers, winters, the great outdoors and good times with people you love. The area is absolutely picturesque so do forget to bring your camera and take snapshots of all the beautiful trees, lakes and scenery. Muskoka has about 60,000 residents who live here but the number escalates to 100,000 in the summer months. The area is increasingly popular with Hollywood as many stars have purchased homes here including Tom Hanks, Steven Spielberg, and Martin Short. Many of the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Muskoka are scattered all over, book a stay at one of these great Airbnbs in Muskoka, Canada, and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 06, 2024.
1. Dinosaur Water Front Cottage
With enough space to sleep nine people, this home is great to bring along some friends and family to. The home is spacious and bright and even has a covered patio for hanging out and enjoy some sunshine and lake views without having to deal with the mosquitoes. The kitchen is fully equipped and there is also a TV for when you want to hang out indoors and a fireplace to cozy up to on cold nights.
7.82 km (4.9 mi) from Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve
2. A spacious cottage (from USD 703)
Welcome to this spacious cottage that can accommodate up to 12 guests and enjoy an unforgettable stay experience. The best thing about the cottage is its huge deck, which serves as a perfect spot for you to marvel at the panoramic views of Severn River and Muskoka. As a guest at this cottage, you can enjoy facilities such as four bedrooms and nine comfortable beds, two bathrooms, a kitchen with a double oven and an open-concept living area.
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the beer room was a nice touch to the cottageCleanliness:
spacious clean and newvery clean house and great water for swimmingcottage itself is new sparkling clean an has great finishesthe cottage was very clean and the accommodations were fantasticclean organized and inviting sums up the property and hostsHost:
the host wasn’t welcomingjohn is a very nice hostjohn is an amazing hostcheryl was our host during our stay & she was also fantasticjohn was a great host very helpful and his place was quite outstanding overlooking the riverRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is great beds are comfortableit is so beautiful and has a great locationawesome location and cottage make sure to bring everything you need as the nearest grocery store is 20mins awayto many good things about this place i could keep going lol :)
3. Cottage on Clear Lake (from USD 290)
This newly built cottage has three bedrooms and can accommodate up to eight people. Located right next to the lake, you’ll be able to enjoy full sunsets in the serenity of your own private space. Summers are great for canoeing and swimming and winters are great for snow shoeing and cross country skiing. Guests are required to bring some linens with them for the duration of their stay but other than that, the parking is free and the kitchen is fully equipped.
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kitchen is well equipped we enjoyed the deck and fire pitwhat a nice place a cozy cottage with beautiful lake viewglad provided many personal touches along with her cozy lakeside cottageit was very comfortable for the 5 of usCleanliness:
very clean super spacious and very secludedclean well laid out spaceit was extremely clean and spaciousit was clean private quiet and beautifulglad’s space was clean and openHost:
the host is very considerate and always quickly respond our questionsglad was an amazing host with very quick responsesit was a beautiful place and kind hostshe was also very helpful and communication was excellentglad gave us the ok to host a paint nightRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing location and amazing housinggreat lakefront location and a comfortable stayawesome location really comfortable stay love to visit againa great lake-front locationthx for the stay so close to being great
4. Modern Muskoka villa (from USD 199)
With Lake Muskoka right at the doorstep and one of the Canada’s top 10 golf courses just a few minutes away, what can make this place any better? Well how about the fact that it sleeps up to eight people! Bring along all your friends or family for a great stay in this beautiful house at any time of the year. The home comes with two private decks, BBQ, fully equipped kitchen, large dinning room, total privacy and an eight-person hot tub!
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there was plenty of comfortable sleeping space and the kitchen was fully stockedthis is a wonderful property nicely decorated with comfortable furnishingsclean kitchen and fully equipped with any amenitiesvery nice cottage very clean great view very close to lake a lot of rooms for 6 of usthis space was awesome plenty of room for 6 adults and one childCleanliness:
very clean and premium feelplace was quite clean very spaciousclean bright and spacious placeextremely clean and as spectacular to stay injason’s place is clean quiet and spaciousHost:
the host is far from a super hostthe host is very nice and patientjason was quick to respond and a great hostjason is an amazing hostvery responsive host lovely home away from homeRead more reviewsLocation:
great location we enjoy staying in jason’s housegreat place to stay near amazing golf courseenjoyed my stay muss that place alreadythe location was amazing and the villa was beautifulgreat home and location and would definitely come back again
5. Log Cabin on the Lake (from USD 125)
This cozy little cabin is built on a hill and overlooks the lake. A perfect spot for people just looking for a nice little space to getaway and have some privacy. The home comes with a full bathroom that includes a sauna, one bedroom and kitchenette. Fish, swim, have a BBQ or light up the fire pit all within the comfort and privacy of this cute little cottage.
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cozy cabin with nice creature comforts and beautiful view of the lakea wonderful cozy cabin with a beautiful viewthe cabin is more spacious than it looks the couch is super comfortable and the bed is gloriousmaybe bring an extra fan with you as it gets pretty hot in the summerthe space is super cozy and beautifully designedCleanliness:
the cabin itself was clean and cozythe cabin was very clean and well maintainedthe cabin was extremely clean with everything we neededstephen’s place was easy to find spotlessly clean and perfectly comfortablethis cabin was beautiful and cleanHost:
thank you steve you were a great hostreally great spot & great hoststephen was such a great hosthost is very quick to respond and super helpfulsteve was a great host friendly positive and politeRead more reviewsLocation:
great place close to towngreat location overlooking the lakegreat little cabin in a beautiful locationclose to beautiful walking trails picturesque towns and morefabulous location that we timed with the full moon
6. Muskoka Cottage on the Severn River (from USD 446)
This wonderful waterfront property faces the west so you’ll be able to get some amazing views of the sunsets by the water. There is also a private dock where you can hang out, swim, fish and work on your tan. Restaurants and stores are nearby as well so getting some supplies for your stay shouldn’t be a hassle. Fire up the BBQ and cook up something delicious or simply use the fully equipped kitchen and chill out by the fireplace at night.
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the place also included everything to make a person's stay comfortable including a very well stocked kitchenthe place was great with lots of beds and you can't beat the locationgreat value and had lots of room for 8 peoplethe house was comfortable and we had a great stayCleanliness:
very clean and plenty of spacethe rooms were all very clean and cozythe place was very clean secluded and quietplace is nice clean and quietthe place is nice and clean and comfortableHost:
thank you for hosting ussam was a great hostsam and jessie were wonderful hostssam himself was very responsive with all my questions and the flexible checkout/check in time was wonderfulhe was very responsive to any questions we had during our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
sam has a wonderful cottage located in an absolutely beautiful locationgreat location couldn’t have asked for morewe really love how close it is to the watergreat cottage and close to the cityhad a great (email hidden by airbnb) munication was very easy and the location was beautiful
7. Newly renovated lake house with private backyard (from USD 106)
Stay in a secluded little lake house big enough to accommodate four guests. Escaping to Muskoka for a weekend or two with friends and family is a great idea; an even greater idea is staying in a modern lake house close to the city center and just walking distance from the local attractions like Little Lake Park, to name a few. This lovely lake house gives guests access to Wi-Fi, a full kitchen with up-to-date equipment for cooking, and a full bath with a tub and toiletries. A great feature of the home is a small private backyard where guests can have a glass of wine to cap-off a long day of exploring Muskoka.
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very clean comfortable and stylishthe house was very clean and comfortableclean cozy well designed spacespotless comfortable and well equipped with beautiful decorthe little lake house was perfectly clean and perfect for our family’s stay in midland
8. The Loon
This lakefront Airbnb cottage near Muskoka has two bedrooms and can sleep up to four adults. The space has plenty of windows offering tons of light and space. The cottage is surrounded by trees and lakes, making it very private. Enjoy the amazing views of the lake or go swimming, boating or fishing in the day and hang out by the campfire at night. There are also many little shops and stores around for people who wish to go out and buy some things while you’re here. The kitchen is fully equipped and the WiFi and parking are free.
Coldwater, Ontario, Canada
13.46 km (8.4 mi) from Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky PreserveSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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cozy cottage with a beautiful view of tea lakethe cottage features all the amenities and facilities we needed for a comfortable staycationvery bright and cozy with a beautiful view of the lakeair conditioner in the living room was a bonus would stay againadditionally the beds were extremely comfortable with new mattressesCleanliness:
it's so clean quiet and relaxingit was clean and offered everything we needed for cookingthe cottage was clean and well keptthe rooms were entirely cleaneverything was clean and organized with helpful information about local activities and places to visit during our stayHost:
host was very friendlyhighly recommend this host/hostesshosts were super at communicatingvery generous hosts and quite hospitablethe owners were polite and friendly and the description was very accurateRead more reviewsLocation:
great location even during winternice location on the lakeconvenient location great water access cute placethe location is easy to findgreat location for a weekend getaway the proximity to the waters is especially appealing
9. The Hummingbird
This cottage overlooks Tea Lake and sits on top of a hill offering some amazing views. The cottage offers tons of privacy and is surrounded by water by three sides. The cottage sleeps up to six people so bring along the family and enjoy a great stay by the lake. Enjoy the private dock where you can swim, fish and kayak during the day and light up the fire pit at night. The kitchen is fully equipped and WiFi is included.
Coldwater, Ontario, Canada
13.43 km (8.4 mi) from Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky PreserveAccommodates: 6
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the view was amazing and the cottage is very comfortablethe cottage was nice and comfortable and the view was beautifulthe cottage was very comfortable for our group of 5nice cozy rustic cottage with beautiful lake viewsthe hummingbird cottage is cozy and comfortableCleanliness:
pros: the cottage is clean and in a nice locationwe arrived and the place was cleanthe cottage was very clean and is well worth what we paid to enjoy a relaxing get awayawesome cozy clean place to stay had a fabulous time very privatethe cottage was clean tight squeeze in the washroom but was still greatHost:
great hosts very helpfulgreat hosts match the great propertythe hosts were very nice and helpfulthe hosts were extremely helpful and friendlythey are very responsive to any questions i haveRead more reviewsLocation:
it's location was fantastica beautiful location and very relaxing weekendwe had a wonderful stay at this locationlocation is fantastic and extremely beautifulthe location was excellent and we really enjoyed our time
10. Renovated guest cabin with a hot tub (from USD 148)
Escape your busy lives for a moment and make this waterfront guest cabin in Gravenhurst your home in the meantime. Ideal for two people, the one-bedroom cabin with a view offers the luxury of a private hot tub, a dock with deep-water diving, and an outdoor fire pit. Soak in the sun from your patio or bring out the chairs to the dock for a morning swim. Before you turn in for the night, take a dip in the hot tub too!
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the cottage itself is very cozy comfortable and had everything we needed to cook and clean withCleanliness:
very clean and well keptHost:
great hosts great weekendmike was very friendly and helpfulproperty owners are kind hospitable and non intrusivemike and sherri are on site and very attentive and super hospitablejohn was very responsive and a great host we enjoyed jackson (owner’s dog)‘s little visitsRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location right beside the lakevery private and peaceful locationwe will stay here again in a heartbeat great remote location to get away from it allgravenhurst quite close as well for all of your needsthis place was amazing a quick drive from toronto and very easy to locate
11. Beautiful Muskoka Cottage (from USD 287)
The host describes his place as the “ultimate lakeside retreat” and he may be right! With enough space to sleep up to 10 people you can bring along, the friends even your neighbors! And best of all it is located right on the lake. This Muskoka cottage rental Airbnb has six bedrooms, two bathrooms, and laundry facilities for your convenience.
A screened-in room gives people a great view of the lake so you can enjoy your morning coffee and breakfast without shooing off all the bugs. Grocery stores are only a 10-minute drive away and the kitchen is fully equipped. Cook with the BBQ on the private dock and watch the sunset.
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linens are included and the beds were super comfortablelots of room inside and a nice view of the lake as wellthe sofa was very comfortable and the tv had many channelsi would recommend this place to anyone (as long as wifi isn't a necessity)great bedrooms with comfortable beds and a super comfortable couch with a perfect kitchen would definitely come back againCleanliness:
bright clean and well maintainedsuper clean specious and well maintainedbeautiful home clean and quietall the rooms were as advertised and very cleanbeds were comfortable bedding was clean and plenty of towels were providedHost:
he was an amazing hostjesse was a great hosthost was very helpful in making us feel welcomedjesse is truly a super hostjesse was a great host and was helpful when things were neededRead more reviewsLocation:
great location in gravenhurstwe would recommend this location to everyonethe location is great and accessiblelocation was also great as it's close to town with only a short drivethe house is in a beautiful location and only a short 15 minute drive from town
12. A quiet and peaceful cottage on Pine Lake
Enjoy the ultimate stay in nature, as you spend your days at this quiet and peaceful cottage on Pine Lake. Nothing is more beautiful than the view of the lake with the sunrise as the backdrop. When it is summertime, you are welcome to use the kayaks, floating mat, and paddleboards for free. This house rental in Muskoka itself is equipped with one bedroom and one bathroom, along with a large-screen TV and a kitchen that is stocked with complimentary spices and cooking oils.
Gravenhurst, Ontario, Canada
4.7 km (3.0 mi) from Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky PreserveAccommodates: 2
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fancy stereo huge tv and reliable wifi -- like a 5 star hotel surrounded by natureamazing view of the lake from the apartmentbeautiful patio and also enjoyed the ability to have cable/wifi available for rainy daysit has a rustic touch but with modern appliances and so comfortablethe cottage is beautiful and very cozyCleanliness:
super clean and well appointedwonderful stay in a very clean apartmentthe place was super clean and organizedsparkling clean very comfortable in every wayadditionally it’s a super clean and cozy spaceHost:
tom is a great hosttom is a great hosthe was simply the best hostfriendly host and very helpfultom was a great host and made sure that everything exceeded our standardsRead more reviewsLocation:
tom's place was the perfect location for a quiet weekend away from the citylocation-wise it is perfectthe location was gorgeous - wonderful for a winter escapethe location is very nice and quiet was great for walks with our little onewhere do i start with such an amazing location
13. Secluded apartment with pool in Gravenhurst
Travelers who value a little change from the hustle and bustle of the city will find themselves in complete awe at this lovely apartment in Gravenhurst. It’s decked with everything guests could need from Wi-Fi access and shower essentials, to access to a full kitchen and even complimentary breakfast to kickstart your trip in Muskoka. The property also has an outdoor pool to play around in. The Opera House, historic steamships, and the famous Muskoka Brewery, great for beer lovers, are close by if you are up for some sightseeing.
16.5 km (10.3 mi) from Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky PreserveAccommodates: 2
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wifi good in the bedroomkitchen amenities a nice touch if you want to use themnice spacious private area with access to the main house deck and poolthey were generous enough to leave us some items for breakfast: bacon muffins and coffeebreakfast and danishes in the fridge was really thoughtfulCleanliness:
clean and well maintainedgreat communication and the place was tidy and cleanwas clean very well appointed with all kitchen necessitiesthere was food in the fridge when we got there and everything was very cleanvery clean with some muffins and toast available for breakfastHost:
the hosts respected our privacythe host and her friend made us feel like we were at homecrystal was a great hostshe was a great and kind host that answered all our questions promptlyloved the hosts' hospitality and eagerness to helpRead more reviewsLocation:
this place is in a quiet area and very comfortablethis is a beautiful property and in a very quiet space
14. The Dragonfly
For someone looking for a little more quaint of a space, this one is certainly for you! This trailer by the lake can sleep up to five people and is completely surrounded nature and the lakes. Enjoy the campfire at night and head to lake during the day for some tanning, swimming and fishing. TV, WiFi and kitchen are all included as well as free parking.
13.43 km (8.4 mi) from Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky PreserveAccommodates: 6
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lots of fans (included) kept us comfortablewe loved going out in their canoes and pedal boats and swimming off the pierCleanliness:
the rv is as described and was clean and tidythe camper was clean tidy and it has all the essentialssuzanne was so warm and welcoming the camper was very clean and accommodated us perfectlythe lake was warm and clean (it's "tea-stained" but that's actually a sign of a very-healthy lake )the rv is very clean and comfortable with a cozy private deckHost:
these hosts are wonderful and attentivejim and sue are great hostssuzy and jim were very welcoming and helpful hoststhe hosts were wonderful and attentive and very responsivesobey and apurva was pleasant hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is fantasticgreat location for a fair pricegreat location for the reasonable pricegreat location few steps to the waterwe would recommend this location to family and friends
15. Muskoka resort cottage
This cozy little cottage is only a two-minute walk to the waterfront where you can canoe, kayak, swim and enjoy the lake. There’s a BBQ available for guests as well as a kitchen for cooking. Seeing as this property is part of a resort, guests can also access a WiFi area and salt water pools. Hang out on the lake during the day or cozy up in the living room and TV at night and with space for six people, you can bring everyone along.
11.17 km (7.0 mi) from Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve
Lakeside living
There’s a reason why so many people spend their summers here. There’s beautiful lakes, beautiful scenery and most of all beautiful homes to stay in. Enjoy the summers, winters and everything else in between in these amazing Muskoka cottages.
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