Name: Muskoka Lake Cottages
Address: 2978 Muskoka District Road 118 West, Port Carling, Muskoka District, Canada, Muskoka District, Ontario, CA
Price range: $192–$357 per night
Rating: 7.6

What guests think

At Muskoka Lake Cottages, guests highlight scenic Brandy Lake views, rustic cabins, and simple activities like kayaking and fire pits, while feedback varies on cabin size and finish, staff responsiveness, and the tradeoff between peaceful areas and nearby road noise.

Many praise friendly, accommodating owners and the convenient location near Port Carling. Recurring drawbacks include communication lapses and cabin assignment mix-ups, small or basic interiors with limited supplies and patchy Wi-Fi, and occasional maintenance or cleanliness problems. Some equipment and amenities are inconsistent, such as broken paddle boats, missing BBQs, or awkward access to the dock. Expect a rustic, lakefront stay rather than a polished resort.

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Facilities

Guests enjoy kayaks, swimming, firepits and a small beach. Some report broken or missing items (e.g., paddle boat, BBQ) and swampy or awkward paths to the dock, plus occasional parking constraints.

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Linda

Aug 26, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

This is alittle oasis, just off the road, beautiful views from cabins of Brandy lake, cabins are clean, cozy and simple. The owner and the people working for him are, laidback and friendly and willing to help if you need anything. Kayaks are available on small private beach and dock, to take out as you wish. We had a great time, and just 10 minutes from Port Carling! Great for families with children or just a besutiful getaway

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terry

Aug 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Too close to main road, owners kids run around till late at night making noise and kept coming on our site, very annoying. Paddle boat doesn’t work, very swampy on hill to dock, no bbq on deck like it said. Pet fee of $75 is outrageous considering condition of cottage. Our cottage faces the owners house that had motion light that came on and off all night. No blinds on windows.

8

Colleen

Aug 16, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I Stayed at the Muskoka cottage which was very cute. My friend had problems with the no frills rooms. I thought it was very nice with the fire pit right outside and right on the lake. If you like camping you will love this, and if you are used to 5 star resorts you will not...personally I loved it and the price was right!

6

Padmapriya

Oct 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It wasn’t very friendly and did not get the room that I ordered! No response was received when messaged! There weren’t enough car parking!!

10

Dan

Aug 5, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very quiet, nice beach

8

David

Aug 14, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Everything was clean, staff were friendly and very helpful. 0ne thing we think could be improved is communication. Also we thought a better list of items we needed to bring would be good. There was bath towels but no kitchen towels. No oven mitts. We had a wonderful few days, our teenage boys did a lot of swimming and kayaking.

10

Khushnum

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had a lovely short overnight stay at The Muskoka Lake cottage. The stay was comfortable and the scenery was beautiful. We lit a fire roasted some marshmallows and star gazed until midnight

10

Shweta

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It's wonderful property, you can do pedal boating and kayaking as well.

8

Skyler

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed in the small ‘love den’. The property is on a lake, theres accessibility to swim. We didn’t have a bbq at our cabin. Limited camp fire. We did have outdoor seating with a table. To cook there was a small hot plate (electric stove top) which wasn’t great at cooking. Fridge, kettle, and I believe a microwave. Small bathroom, large bed. TV. AC.

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Heather

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We enjoyed our stay here. The owners are friendly and working hard on their property on the beautiful Brandy Lake. Our cabin had a deck overlooking the lake, two small bedrooms, a bathroom with a shower, and a great little kitchen area with a fridge, stove, coffee maker, even a few basic dishes, utensils and pots. We used the available kayaks and enjoyed exploring around the lake. Situated right off the highway, it is easy to find but the sound of traffic competes with the sound of the bullfrogs I'd rather hear at night. We enjoyed the firepit, perfectly situated for a lovely view of the lake. This is a sweet property, lined with stone walkways and gardens on a beautiful lake.

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Cleanliness

Reports range from clean cabins to issues like bugs inside, dirty windows, septic or toilet problems, and missing towels.

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deboleena

Oct 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Cabin not so clean. Location is fantastic. Owner was very prompt with response

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Linda

Aug 26, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

This is alittle oasis, just off the road, beautiful views from cabins of Brandy lake, cabins are clean, cozy and simple. The owner and the people working for him are, laidback and friendly and willing to help if you need anything. Kayaks are available on small private beach and dock, to take out as you wish. We had a great time, and just 10 minutes from Port Carling! Great for families with children or just a besutiful getaway

4

Hazim

May 30, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

First of all most people make their booking decisions based on the information and the pictures on the website (App) in my case neither the description nor the pictures matches what I was hoping to get that was the first disappointment It was a small space having a huge bed, with no place to sit, bathroom too small and claustrophobic if you don’t like tiny spaces and the worst of it all is the water it’s kind of muddy Murky colour not sure where they got it from yes the unit have a very nice view over the lake but over all the place lack attention and needs a lot of work

10

Sheryl

Oct 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This was my 2nd stay and l loved it even more than the 1st. I will be back in the future. Majestic views, comfortable location with almost all needs met. Owners were polite and available through text quickly. Rustic would be a word to share but also updated, clean and relaxing. Would be difficult for accessibility needs.

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RICHARD

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This place is Pathetic ,no smoke detectors, no washroom exhaust, no clean towels, toilet flooding, nobody to contact regarding any service, I am surprised with Expedia to advise me to pay and stay in this kind of a cottage.

8

Valerie

Jul 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our stay was perfect, however it would be nice if the windows were clean, and their septic was backing up.

8

Jodi Lynn

Aug 9, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean, air conditioner was great, safe and close to port carling.

4

Jingjing

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Road noisy, bugs and flies inside, Window blind broken

8

David

Aug 14, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Everything was clean, staff were friendly and very helpful. 0ne thing we think could be improved is communication. Also we thought a better list of items we needed to bring would be good. There was bath towels but no kitchen towels. No oven mitts. We had a wonderful few days, our teenage boys did a lot of swimming and kayaking.

8

Darie

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Nice, quiet , rustic cabin by the edge of the lake. There's a fridge and a large Roku TV as well as a large deck overlooking the lake Ideally all windows should have mosquito screens so we can keep the windows open at night.

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Rooms

Rustic cabins often feel small but many have lake-view decks; beds can be very firm and Wi-Fi can be unreliable. Several reviews note maintenance or privacy issues (broken beds/curtains, missing blinds) alongside very basic kitchen setups.

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Mark

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I liked the view from the deck looking over the lake. People still have to pickup after the dogs as there are kids around. The beds were comfortable, but the internet cut in and out if you were in the cabin. Over all very nice place to stay.

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Hazim

May 30, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

First of all most people make their booking decisions based on the information and the pictures on the website (App) in my case neither the description nor the pictures matches what I was hoping to get that was the first disappointment It was a small space having a huge bed, with no place to sit, bathroom too small and claustrophobic if you don’t like tiny spaces and the worst of it all is the water it’s kind of muddy Murky colour not sure where they got it from yes the unit have a very nice view over the lake but over all the place lack attention and needs a lot of work

6

Matt

Jul 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Overall not a bad place the staff was very friendly the grandson was a key contributor to that. The cottage was recently updated but there were some things missed. We didn’t have any WiFi (had to hotspot for work) in our room or outside the cottage, we didn’t have a garbage can, no dish towels to dry any dishes, no face cloths, very small towels to shower with and the bed was very very firm.

6

Dianna

Sep 3, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Cottages are close to the road. I found it noisy & the mattress was too firm for my liking. The manager was lovely & helpful where he could be.

4

Jingjing

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Road noisy, bugs and flies inside, Window blind broken

10

Luis

Aug 11, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Well located, great space for a family.

8

Skyler

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed in the small ‘love den’. The property is on a lake, theres accessibility to swim. We didn’t have a bbq at our cabin. Limited camp fire. We did have outdoor seating with a table. To cook there was a small hot plate (electric stove top) which wasn’t great at cooking. Fridge, kettle, and I believe a microwave. Small bathroom, large bed. TV. AC.

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Corina

Oct 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

One bed was broken. Curtains are all broken. No privacy at all. Worst experience ever.

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Lealyn

Oct 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The cobin was nice and comfortable

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Heather

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We enjoyed our stay here. The owners are friendly and working hard on their property on the beautiful Brandy Lake. Our cabin had a deck overlooking the lake, two small bedrooms, a bathroom with a shower, and a great little kitchen area with a fridge, stove, coffee maker, even a few basic dishes, utensils and pots. We used the available kayaks and enjoyed exploring around the lake. Situated right off the highway, it is easy to find but the sound of traffic competes with the sound of the bullfrogs I'd rather hear at night. We enjoyed the firepit, perfectly situated for a lovely view of the lake. This is a sweet property, lined with stone walkways and gardens on a beautiful lake.

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Service

Many guests describe friendly, responsive and accommodating owners. Others mention poor communication, difficulty reaching staff, and occasional cabin assignment or check-in mix-ups.

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deboleena

Oct 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Cabin not so clean. Location is fantastic. Owner was very prompt with response

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Rick

Sep 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Look its Rustic with great views. The owner arrived pretty much when we did and even gave us a a choice of units. Communication was on point. His son even brought us over a heater. Snjoyed our stay.

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Matt

Aug 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The owner(s) of this property were great. From moment of check in to check out responded promptly to messages and were always willing to help. Would definitely stay again.

10

Sheryl

Oct 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This was my 2nd stay and l loved it even more than the 1st. I will be back in the future. Majestic views, comfortable location with almost all needs met. Owners were polite and available through text quickly. Rustic would be a word to share but also updated, clean and relaxing. Would be difficult for accessibility needs.

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RICHARD

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This place is Pathetic ,no smoke detectors, no washroom exhaust, no clean towels, toilet flooding, nobody to contact regarding any service, I am surprised with Expedia to advise me to pay and stay in this kind of a cottage.

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Padmapriya

Oct 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It wasn’t very friendly and did not get the room that I ordered! No response was received when messaged! There weren’t enough car parking!!

8

Jordan

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Cabin was close to the water, lake was beautiful. Owners are very nice and accommodating. Very quiet and peaceful

10

shahzaman

Jun 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent customer service

4

Denis

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice located directly at the lake, however the booked cabin was not available. The actual cabin was smaller and was not equipped at announced.

6

Alyssa

May 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The place was beautiful in location but the customer service was quite poor. The management was nice but tried to move us cottages halfway through our trip and didn’t have ours ready when we got there initially.

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Location

Lakeside setting with beautiful views and easy access to Port Carling, with several guests finding it quiet. Multiple reviews also note proximity to the main road and traffic noise.

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Shannon

Sep 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful spot!! Cute cabins on a quiet lake

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terry

Aug 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Too close to main road, owners kids run around till late at night making noise and kept coming on our site, very annoying. Paddle boat doesn’t work, very swampy on hill to dock, no bbq on deck like it said. Pet fee of $75 is outrageous considering condition of cottage. Our cottage faces the owners house that had motion light that came on and off all night. No blinds on windows.

10

JOHN

Aug 3, 2023

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Muskoka Lake Cottages is a nice cabin style cottage. This cabin style cottage has a beautiful lake view of Brandy Lake that is 7mins to Port Carling and 15min to Bracebridge. Lots of fishing everywhere you can use the resort kayaks to cruise the lake that is included. Excellent stay we will be back in the near future.

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Mark

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I liked the view from the deck looking over the lake. People still have to pickup after the dogs as there are kids around. The beds were comfortable, but the internet cut in and out if you were in the cabin. Over all very nice place to stay.

6

Dianna

Sep 3, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Cottages are close to the road. I found it noisy & the mattress was too firm for my liking. The manager was lovely & helpful where he could be.

8

Jodi Lynn

Aug 9, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean, air conditioner was great, safe and close to port carling.

4

Jingjing

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Road noisy, bugs and flies inside, Window blind broken

10

Dan

Aug 5, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very quiet, nice beach

8

Erika

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful area and nice cottages

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Heather

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We enjoyed our stay here. The owners are friendly and working hard on their property on the beautiful Brandy Lake. Our cabin had a deck overlooking the lake, two small bedrooms, a bathroom with a shower, and a great little kitchen area with a fridge, stove, coffee maker, even a few basic dishes, utensils and pots. We used the available kayaks and enjoyed exploring around the lake. Situated right off the highway, it is easy to find but the sound of traffic competes with the sound of the bullfrogs I'd rather hear at night. We enjoyed the firepit, perfectly situated for a lovely view of the lake. This is a sweet property, lined with stone walkways and gardens on a beautiful lake.

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