Butterfly Hideaway in Muskoka Lakes | House in Port Carling

9.6 (10 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   2 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  6 Guests
Bala House | Butterfly Hideaway in Muskoka Lakes

2 Bedroom House in Bala, Port Carling

About this space
Take it easy at this unique and tranquil dream getaway. Soak in what nature has to offer while enjoying private access to the corner of beautiful Butterfly Lake. Open and bright modern cottage with 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and a large open concept kitchen, dining area and living room. Tesla charger available upon request (extra fee applies). Amazing outdoor spaces include a huge elevated deck, boardwalk and floating dock. Perfect for admiring the breath taking sunsets! Endless trails and acres to explore. A nature lover’s dream!
The space
You’ll find Butterfly Lake House at the end of a quiet residential road in prestigious Muskoka Lakes. Nestled peacefully in the forest you will enjoy a bright and airy home complete with all the amenities of modern living and with direct and private access to Butterfly Lake.
The humble lakeside home offers one an experience of peaceful emergence in nature without sacrificing any of the luxuries of modern living. The home comes with everything you need to enjoy a weekend, a week or even a month of rest & relaxation. A fully equipped full sized kitchen with stainless steel appliances -including dishwasher, open concept living and dining room, two rooms, two washrooms (one an ensuite in the master bedroom), and a laundry area with washer and dryer. There is also a small ‘office area’ in the master bedroom with a comfortable desk, chair and high speed wifi in case you need to do some work.
Step through the sliding glass doors in the kitchen and dining room to access the huge deck set up with comfortable outdoor furniture and a cast iron barbecue for sharing good food and lounging in the sun with friends and family! Just sit back and enjoy the view and the sunsets on Butterfly Lake or venture down the boardwalk or go enjoy the gentle rocking of the floating dock.
The floating dock is your perfect gateway to the private corner of Butterfly Lake! It’s perfect for Sun bathing, sitting with your toes in the water, jumping in the lake for a swim or launching with the kayaks or canoe.
Like to fish? Don’t miss that he amazing fishing at this quiet corner of the lake!
Want to add more excitement to your vacation? Nearby towns of Port Carling and Bala let you eat at fine dining restaurants, shop at luxury shops, sightsee and even enjoy a boat cruise through Muskoka’s Millionaire Row!
Like convenience but don’t want to drive into town? There’s a gas station and corner store at the beginning of our street - an extremely rare and extremely convenience and perk!
Guest access
You will have then entire place to yourself. This includes all rooms in the cottage as well as outdoor spaces like the deck, boardwalk and floating dock.
Like to explore the forest and what nature has to offer? Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the trails and endless acres of forests and wildlife right in your backyard!
Other things to note
Too cold for swimming in the lake? Try the kayaks or the canoe instead!
Explore Butterfly Lake, maybe do some fishing, see the island or venture to the other side of the lake for a unique workout…
Or just float around the and feel the rhythm of the water beneath you. Nothing beats just floating on the lake (consider bringing a good book if that’s your thing -it’s awesome!).
The kayaks are located under the elevated deck overlooking the boardwalk and lake. There are 4 kayaks and one canoe. There are also 6 life jackets available.

Butterfly Hideaway in Muskoka Lakes is located in Bala. Butterfly Hideaway in Muskoka Lakes provides accommodation, featuring Bedding/Linens, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, among other amenities. This House features Bedding/Linens, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Butterfly Hideaway in Muskoka Lakes has 2 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Bala has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Bala, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
Bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Blender
  • Oven
  • Toaster
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Kayak on site
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fitness center
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
General
  • Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)
  • Recycling
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Portuguese
  • English
  • On the lake
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • On the waterfront
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
Guest Services
  • Playground
  • Housekeeping (on request)
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
2 total pets pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs and cats only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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 this property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Reviews

Philip R.
Aug 31, 2025 07:07:49 AM
Review Score:   8
Summary: Great cottage .Lake was weedy , shallow not favorable for swimming .
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