The Mara Waterfront Cottage, Muskoka





House in Bracebridge
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this house rental
Welcome to our enchanting Themed and Riverfront cottage in the heart of Port Sydney, nestled perfectly between Bracebridge and Huntsville in Muskoka!
Picture yourself waking up to the soothing sounds of a flowing river, the water visible and crystal clear even in the midst of a peak winter and snowfall that will take your breath away.
Step inside to discover three thoughtfully themed rooms, full kitchenette, river faced and a beautiful living and dining on the ground floor, each designed for your comfort and enjoyment. The entire cottage is adorned with wood-themed, charming decorations, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Privacy - Our hidden gem with a gated house offers a perfect blend of beauty and seclusion, despite being close to the main highway.
Entertainment - Near the fireplace, you have a perfect place to come together with family & friends to share memorable times together.
For real entertainment enthusiasts, head down to the basement, where a complete media and rec room awaits. Watch your favorite shows on the impressive 75-inch TV with a top-notch speaker system. Challenge your friends to a game of pool, air hockey, or try your hand at the classic dartboard. We've also got a variety of table games to keep the little ones entertained.
We
Route- For your convenience and safety, we will send you full instructions once your booking is confirmed.
Due to possible road closures during the Winter Season. You are strongly urged to follow our route.
If you require more details, look at the “Direction” section of this profile.
Our property has everything you need for an unforgettable vacation. Book your stay now and let the magic of Muskoka embrace you!
Guest access - Feel at home during your stay, with access to the entire ground floor, basement, and the transformed left-side shed, now a Retreat Room featuring a sauna, hot tub, and yoga studio. Enjoy the serene waterfront view, but kindly refrain from accessing the storage rooms and sheds on the right side of the house. Your comfort and privacy are our top priorities!
Picture yourself waking up to the soothing sounds of a flowing river, the water visible and crystal clear even in the midst of a peak winter and snowfall that will take your breath away.
Step inside to discover three thoughtfully themed rooms, full kitchenette, river faced and a beautiful living and dining on the ground floor, each designed for your comfort and enjoyment. The entire cottage is adorned with wood-themed, charming decorations, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Privacy - Our hidden gem with a gated house offers a perfect blend of beauty and seclusion, despite being close to the main highway.
Entertainment - Near the fireplace, you have a perfect place to come together with family & friends to share memorable times together.
For real entertainment enthusiasts, head down to the basement, where a complete media and rec room awaits. Watch your favorite shows on the impressive 75-inch TV with a top-notch speaker system. Challenge your friends to a game of pool, air hockey, or try your hand at the classic dartboard. We've also got a variety of table games to keep the little ones entertained.
We
Route- For your convenience and safety, we will send you full instructions once your booking is confirmed.
Due to possible road closures during the Winter Season. You are strongly urged to follow our route.
If you require more details, look at the “Direction” section of this profile.
Our property has everything you need for an unforgettable vacation. Book your stay now and let the magic of Muskoka embrace you!
Guest access - Feel at home during your stay, with access to the entire ground floor, basement, and the transformed left-side shed, now a Retreat Room featuring a sauna, hot tub, and yoga studio. Enjoy the serene waterfront view, but kindly refrain from accessing the storage rooms and sheds on the right side of the house. Your comfort and privacy are our top priorities!
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Bracebridge
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Reviews
4.0
Very cute cottage. Recent updates to make it look more modern really make a large impact. Check in process was easy and communication with host was always prompt. Cleanliness upon checking in was less than desired. There were a couple dishes left in the sink. As well as a couple other items left uncleaned (large spill located on table and random garbage items left on the back deck). Kitchen was stocked with essentials (new plates bowls, cups etc) but could have used more. Minimal plates and cutlery. No wine glasses, bottle opener, wine opener, no sharper knives etc. In the online listing it showed a pool table, but there was no pool table at this location. Looked like it was recently removed, but was not noted to us at any time. Which was disappointing because my son was excited to play. Beds were comfy enough but one was very squeaky when you made the slightest movement and therefore was not great for sleeping. Overall, the cottage suited our needs as we were only sending the evenings there and were out during the day.
4.0
Only reason i didnt put 5 stars was because the sheets and couches had stains that were quite noticeable, and the bedding bad bugs in them but its muskoka so your gonna get bugs anyways.
Make sure to request the owner to have the hot tub ready before you go.
Thank you for the awesome property i would absolutely recommend.
4.0
Good location and accommodations were decent. The hot tub is not full size, very shallow. but the cottage was clean and enjoyable. Great private spot!
5.0
The Mara Waterfront Cottage is without a doubt one of the best cottages we have ever stayed at. The owners and all associates involved deserve an applause for thier meticulous efforts in keeping a perfect home for us, away from our home.
I have stayed at many cottages throughout my 44 years of living and can credibility say that the Mara is a PRIME cottage in a SUBLIME position looking directly out at the water, footsteps from your door. If cozy was a cottage it would certainty be the Mara.
From the moment you get there you are greeted with a luxurious style entry to a horseshoe driveway with two lions.
Entry into the Mara was simple with the code given before arrival and security was proper.
Upon entry we were immediately aware of how clean and tidy the main room was. As we soon found out, the whole cottage was immaculately clean and well maintained.
We forgot to buy candy but didnt need to as the owners courteously staged a nice assortment of treats for us on the dinning room table.
Every room has its own style, which was very cool. I especially loved the long narrow mirror outside between the two bedrooms. It's facing the core of the Mara and visually expands the property when you're in front of it and everytime you come out of the washroom. (Great placement guys)
Hot tub, sauna, Waterfront, big screen tv, BBQ, kayaks, fire pit near the water, modern, pool table, games, everything! We loved it so much we booked again DURING our stay.
Thanks again, guys!
5.0
We stayed at this cottage in February just to get away. This cottage was very clean and setup very nice with little extra thoughts throughout the home. Two level cottage with lots of space to unwind. We would consider staying again.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Bracebridge?
The average price for a rental in Bracebridge is $491 per night. This rental is $1 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Mara Waterfront Cottage, Muskoka. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Mara Waterfront Cottage, Muskoka pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Mara Waterfront Cottage, Muskoka?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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