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Muskoka Cottage Minutes From Bala

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Located just minutes from the town of Bala, Muskoka, Moon River offers a tranquil retreat with an open kitchen and dining room. With smart TV and internet access, unwind in the cozy one-bedroom cottage or take in the full view of the Moon River on three acres of land.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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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 Cottage Minutes From Bala

Welcome to the Moon River!

Kick back and relax in this calm and stylish cottage.

Pass the time away at our one bedroom cottage just a stone throw from the Moon River. Swimming, fishing or just enjoying soaking in the sun on the patio. We're sure you will be over the moon with your stay!

Our cottage features one bedroom with bathroom and an open kitchen and dinning room.

Enjoy our cottage with smart TV, linens, towels and internet.

This cottage is situated on three acres of land with full view of the Moon River.

Located just minutes from the town of Bala, Muskoka, with all the amenities you'll need. Perfect for couples or small families looking for a cozy getaway or to make some great memories.

-Fresh mart Grocery store only minutes away
-Muskoka Beer Spa just 10 minutes away
-Minutes from Muskoka Lakes Farm and Winery
-Torrance Barrens Dark Sky Preserve 15 minutes away

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of towels on request

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
ON, MacTier

What's nearby

  • Bala's Museum - 20 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Lake Muskoka - 20 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Muskoka Lakes Winery - 23 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Lake Joseph - 26 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Hardy Lake Provincial Park - 27 min drive - 17.9 km

Restaurants

  • Bass Lake Roadhouse
  • Don's Bakery
  • Hook and Ladder
  • Bala Falls Pub
  • Water's Edge Wine Bar & Grill

Frequently asked questions

Is Muskoka Cottage Minutes From Bala pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Muskoka Cottage Minutes From Bala?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Muskoka Cottage Minutes From Bala?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Muskoka Cottage Minutes From Bala located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is close to Muskoka Lakes Winery. Area attractions also include Bala's Museum and Silver Sand Lake.

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Muskoka Cottage Minutes From Bala Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were here for 4 nights and enjoyed our time here very much. The host was very helpful and friendly. The cottage itself was very clean and up-to-date and would recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aiden M.

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

Great stay

Zan was very helpful and the cottage was perfect for a couple. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William M.

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

Moon River Staycation

Close to everything in town and great river view. Friendly neighbors.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

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

Birthday weekend

It was great 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy W.

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

Great location

We enjoyed our stay at Zen's place. It was accurately described and it was minutes from Bala. The place could have been a little cleaner. We had to rewash pans that were in the cupboard as they were still dirty. Also there could be more plates as there was only two large size.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sukkim W.

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

March break getaway

Great quiet location away from the city. Cute little cottage - enough for a couple. Close to small town of Bala. Only issue was the heat in the living area. Need more heaters and blinds in the living room.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Laurel R.

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

Great cabin in Muskoka

My husband and I stayed at Moon River cottages for 4 days in July. We had a great time and enjoy the lake view! The cottage is the perfect size for two people and dog. You also get access to the wider property including muskoka chairs and fire pit for making campfires. Our only feedback is that BBQs should be replaced as they are old and not useable. But other than that, we would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond B.

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

Cottage

Amazing!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

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

House hunting trip

Hubby and I had a short stay to look at homes in the area. Our trip was booked on short notice and the stay did not disappoint. The cottage was well equipped, clean and cozy. Everything we needed for a two night stay including WIFI. Only shortcoming was not being able to watch Netflix, etc without setting up a Roku account which we have no interest in doing. Zan was a great host - very responsive and helpful. We will have a number of return trips in the coming weeks and look forward to coming back to Over The Moon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Matt S.

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

Cozy Cottage

The Over the Moon Cottages are an excellent location for convenience of being close to downtown Bala amenities and direct access to the lake across the road. We stayed in Unit #4 which was a one bedroom and more than enough space for the two of us. The only hiccup we experienced was no working wifi on the first day which was resolved by the owner for our second morning. There must have been a pet that stayed prior to us as there was a lot of hair which needed to be swept up. Overall, we would visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024