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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedroomsSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Bracebridge, ON
  • Place, Bracebridge Fair Grounds
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa's Village
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Muskoka
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskoka, ON (YQA)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waterfront Muskoka Cottage | Hot Tub, Fire Pit, BBQ and Canoes

Create unforgettable family memories at River’s Edge Muskoka. Kids will love the sandy beach entry, calm shallow water, canoes and wide-open lawn while parents relax by the fire or on the dock. The bright, open cottage is comfortable in every season and designed for easy family time together. Peaceful, private and just minutes from Bracebridge, Santa’s Village and top Muskoka attractions. This is the kind of place families fall in love with and return to again and again.


Welcome to River’s Edge Muskoka - a peaceful, private waterfront escape where memories are made.

Set on 1.2 acres of private, forested land, River’s Edge Muskoka sits along a quiet 10-mile stretch of the Muskoka River and offers something rare: a shallow sandy shoreline for easy entry and deep water off the dock for swimming and diving. With south-west exposure, the property enjoys sunshine all day and beautiful sunsets in the evening.

Whether you’re visiting in summer, fall colours, snowy winter or spring - this is a true four-season Muskoka getaway.

Inside the Cottage

Step into a bright, open-concept living space filled with natural light and framed by a dramatic 15-foot vaulted ceiling and oversized windows that bring the outdoors in. The space feels airy, warm, and welcoming ideal for relaxing after a day on the water or gathering together with family and friends.

Spacious living room with comfortable seating and smart TV

Fully equipped high-end kitchen with dishwasher

Dining area perfect for shared meals and game nights

Full laundry room for longer stays and added convenience

A/C, UV water filtration and reliable high-speed Wi-Fi

The cottage is thoughtfully designed for comfort in all four seasons.

Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps up to 8)

Perfect for families or small groups.

Primary Bedroom: Queen bed, 4-piece ensuite & sliding doors to the waterside deck

Bedroom 2: Queen bed

Bedroom 3: Queen over Queen bunk bed

Extras: Queen air mattress + Pack & Play available

Fresh bedding, hand towels and kitchen towels are provided.

Waterfront Living at Its Best

Shallow sandy beach entry: Ideal for kids and relaxed swims

Deep water off the dock: Perfect for diving and floating

South-west exposure: Enjoy sun all day and stunning evening light

Canoes, paddle boat & water toys included

Screened-in waterfront gazebo with power: Bug-free lounging by the river

Fire pit with Muskoka chairs for cozy nights under the stars

BBQ available for outdoor cooking

Large lawn and flat table land for games and outdoor fun


📍 Location - You’re surrounded by nature but only minutes from top Muskoka destinations:

Nearby Attractions

Bracebridge (groceries, shops, restaurants) – minutes away

Santa’s Village – ~30 mins

Muskoka River waterfalls & scenic trails – nearby

Muskoka Brewery – ~30 mins

Lake Muskoka – ~30 mins

Huntsville – ~35 mins

Deerhurst Resort & Hidden Valley – ~40 mins

Perfect for boating, hiking, skiing, golfing, festivals and family attractions year-round.

🎯 What You’ll Love

✔ Sleeps up to 8 (ideal for families & groups)
✔ Private forested setting with no close neighbors
✔ Sandy beach + deep-water dock
✔ Canoes & paddle boat included
✔ Screened gazebo by the water
✔ Fire pit, BBQ & outdoor dining area
✔ Smart TVs with Netflix, Prime & Disney+
✔ Fully equipped kitchen + laundry
✔ Kid-friendly with games, toys & beach gear
✔ Large driveway with plenty of parking

❄️ Seasonal Notes

4x4 recommended in winter months

Private driveway is professionally plowed

Main road maintained by the city

Gazebo, patio furniture & water equipment available May 1 – Oct 31

During high water levels, parts of the dock may be submerged

⚠️ LIABILITY & SAFETY NOTICE

➦ By booking, you acknowledge the risks associated with outdoor activities including fire pit use, lawn games, water activities, and natural terrain.
➦ You agree to hold the property management company, co-hosts, and owners harmless from any liability or injury before, during, or after your stay.
➦ Participation in activities (canoeing, biking, lawn games) is voluntary and at your own risk.
➦ Guest health, safety, and well-being are extremely important to us. We follow a thorough professional cleaning and sanitization process after every checkout.

IMPORTANT NOTES FOR STAYS OF 1 WEEK OR LONGER

Starter supplies of toilet paper, garbage bags, and basic toiletries are provided. Guests are responsible for replenishing supplies after that.

A Final Note From Us

This cottage is more than just a place to stay.
It’s a space to slow down, reconnect, and create memories.
We can’t wait to host you and be part of your Muskoka story 💙
You'll find features such as laundry facilities at this cottage. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine and furnished balcony/patio
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 12.2 miles (19.6 km) from Santa's Village and 12.5 miles (20.2 km) from Lake Muskoka
As a guest of Waterfront Muskoka Cottage | Hot Tub, Fire Pit, BBQ and Canoes, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Bracebridge cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Rivers Edge Muskoka Cottage

Rivers Edge Muskoka Bracebridge

Rivers Edge Muskoka Cottage Bracebridge

Waterfront Muskoka Cottage | Hot Tub, Fire Pit, BBQ and Canoes Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristen Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were able to find this gem, 5 minutes away from a wedding we were attending. The cottage is clean and new, bedding included. There are it board games, and Avery nice area/dock in a clean river. I do need to say to bring extra garbage bags as we found no extras.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home!! Very clean and spacious..the open concept allowed us all to be together, even while cooking. Beds were comfortable, comforters were warm! Loved sitting outside on the huge deck, especially watching the stars at night. We were there for 4 days, the weather was rainy except for our last day there, we took advantage of the sunny day and enjoyed swimming, fishing and canoeing on the beautiful river!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean space, well maintained
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Great spot clean and comfortable swimming was excellent even the little one. Internet slow a bit but did the job. Would definitely return but never caught any fish over 3 ful.l days which was strange
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

RELAXED IN MUSKOKA

This property was beautiful and the house was so clean!!! The kids loved the small little beach and thought the paddle boat was fun! We visited late October, so we cuddled around the fire and made campfire bread during the day. Exploring the town of Bracebridge was great. We cooked up a storm in the awesome kitchen. Walks along the quiet road were rejuvenating. Spotted a snowy owl. Book your stay here, you won’t regret it. 🙌
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose A., Stratford ON

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick get away.

Great location and beautiful home which is well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic

Fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Marianne A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely space

We enjoyed our stay. Close to many areas of interest. Lovely home and location by the river. Property owner readily available for contact and quick response.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayne C., Scarborough

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful getaway place.

This cottage is more of a high end lake house. The amenities are top of the line and the house is very spacious. Amazing stars at night when the weather/skies cooperate! Great owners too!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

D L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Waters edge

Great stay for our family. The cottage was clean and looked brand new like they just built it so there was a lot of mod coms. The water area was nice too with lots to do. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Get waterfront property

We had sn amazing experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

With thanks and gratitude from Oneday Dreams

Oneday Dreams is a Canadian charity helping to grant adult last wishes. Rivers Edge Muskoka was the perfect place for a dreamer's wish to spend time with his family. Thank you Germila, for the comfort, serenity and memories created. We hope that we can do this again in the future. With thanks and gratitude, Linda
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jermaine M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Truly home away from home!

My family and I had a one of a kind travel expaerience at Rivers Edge. If you are looking for a remote, quite and truley serene family centred vacation get away, look no futher than Rivers Edge! Our host, Germila, was wonderful. She communicated quickly and provided great suggestions on activites and best practices during our visit. It truly felt like we were home. Everything was exaclty as advertised, including the clininess* and location of all amenities. Our toddlers felt right at home with a selction of toys and games, including one toddler table and chair in the living room and kids room. We truly wanted for nothing during our stay. We saw a few reviews about the location of the camera outside the front entrance, but we truly valued the added security with the location of the property; besides, if you arent planning to do anything facetious or outside of the code of conduct, there really isnt anything to worry about. I value peace, which was easily accomplished during our stay. We were also mindful that this is someone's home. Book, relax, enjoy (before we book again). Thank us later! The Mclean's
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie Farina D.

Liked: Cleanliness

A relaxing weekend in a great place!

We loved everything about this place, but what we loved the most was how clean it was when we got there! Spotless! We had a lovely stay with our family! The kids loved everything and didn't want to leave! From fun moments while canoeing to a relaxing experience admiring nature! Also the property managers were very friendly, kind and helpful with every request we had. Overall a great experience and a place we will come back to!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaylene T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous cottage and property

This cottage has it all. Beautiful place, kitchen has everything you would need, big deck to enjoy meals and a coffee in the morning. The firepit, dock, and river was so fun, enjoyable, and relaxing. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice long weekend getaway!

We generally had a great visit and really appreciated the cleanliness of the property on arrival, the full-stocked kitchen and recreational supplies (including the kids stuff!) and the host's quick response time. The property was well-maintained and the dock/waterfront was quite nice. We have two small constructive criticisms: The first is that we did not appreciate the the cleaning service waiting at the end of the driveway for us to leave the cottage around 5-10 minutes before the check-out time of 11 AM. We felt rushed to get out of there despite being prepared to leave on time. While I understand the need to promptly turnover the cottage for the next guests during busy season, a grace period of 5-10 minutes would've been appreciated. The second criticism is that we noticed a solar-powered Ring camera mounted on a tree adjacent to the cottage. While I understand the need to be able to monitor check-in/out, guests present, safety emergencies, etc., we value our family's privacy and thus it would've been nice to have been informed in advance (either in the Welcome Package or the rental contract) of the camera's presence and uses. Other than that the property, stay and the host's hospitality was fabulous. Certainly deserving of 4.5-5 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

5934 S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything you need

We had a great time at this place, despite incessant rain throughout the weekend we stayed here. The house is gorgeous - brand-new and has all facilities one would want in a vacation rental. Access to the river and outdoor seating area is easy, just across the road. Plenty of toys, board games and TV for entertainment. Internet works OK, with a few outages but who cares - its a vacation! The complementary wine is definitely appreciated, but what would take the hospitality one notch up is if some basic necessities like towels and ice trays in the freezer were included with the stay. Not a big deal though, we brought our own towels!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rivers Edge Stay

Beautiful property and great location. Everything just as listed. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Property was amazing and well kept, owner had excellent communication. Would love to stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander C., Toronto, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent country side retreat

My family and I had a great time at the property. The host was very responsive. The living room and kitchen area are very spacious. The fire pit is at the front of the house, not the backyard. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beverley B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Autumn Get Away

This property was exactly as advertised. We were impressed with everything about it. It was well stocked. Appreciated that there was salt, pepper, sugar, paper towel and toilet paper. Beds were comfortable. Kids enjoyed the toys in the cottage and at the riverfront. The dock and riverfront were a great place to hang out on this glorious fall weekend. The kids loved digging in the sand and made clay pots from the clay in the sand. Owners were a treat to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Had a great week at Germila and Hari’s cottage. The place was gorgeous and extremely clean and well stocked. The hosts were very kind and were quick to respond to any questions and even checked in with us to make sure we were comfortable. The complimentary bottle of wine was such a nice surprise! Would definitely recommend staying here and will return again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Darryl G.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Make sure you look over the entire property upon arrival...

Overall, a good visit to the area.. the house was nice and comfy. Upon arrival, I entered and noticed the couch was damaged. Having heard nothing from the owner about the back of the couch being smashed in, I sent her photos of the damage, to which she apologized for not telling me sooner... The next day, we decided to try out the stand up paddle board, kayaks, and canoe. The unit these were stored on was made of 2x4 with no cover/overhang. Sliding the canoe out, the 2x4 split. Further, one of the guests went to sit in the canoe and the seat collapsed under him, injuring his thigh. Another guest tried a white adult stand-up paddle board, upon placing it on the water, stepping onto the board, and falling off (the board flipped) we noticed the entire bottom of the board was cracked and disi terraced (from the inside - see image of sun damage to core). I reported the issues to the owner as early as I could the next day. The owner stated the board was in good shape when they tried it last, and proceeded to bill me for a brand new board, meanwhile the age, use, and lack of proper storage caused the board to fall apart. $542 for a replacement added to my credit card?? ...anyone who stays here, I highly recommend scoping through the entire property before settling in... this host is looking for opportunities to have her guests pay for brand new replacements of old, abused, and neglected items on their property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yasmeen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing stay

We had a wonderful time at the River's Edge. The cottage felt spacious, clean and modern and was perfect for our family of 4 - though you could easily accommodate more guests. You could tell the owners put a lot of thought into what guests will need to enjoy their stay. We loved the cottage and also the location on the river - we enjoyed kayaking, paddle boarding and swimming every day of our stay. Overall we had a fantastic week and will definitely be booking again. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022