Birchwood in Bala - Stroll to Town from Your Lake Muskoka Retreat!
Bala, Ontario
4
Bed
3
Bath
Cottage
Property Type
8
Max Sleeps
3 nights
Min Stay
Welcome to Birchwood in Bala, a meticulously preserved historic cottage nestled in the heart of Muskoka. This beautifully maintained retreat seamlessly blends timeless charm with modern comforts, ensuring an unforgettable getaway.
Property Highlights:
Birchwood graces the shores of scenic Lake Muskoka and offers a quick stroll into the enchanting lakeside town of Bala. Revel in the southwest lakefront exposure, providing sun-drenched days on the dock and breathtaking sunset view
Features
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Features
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PETS
1 Total (up To 20 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only -
BEACH
Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels -
DINING
Dining Table -
SAFETY
Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property) -
BEDROOM
4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided -
GENERAL
Energy-saving Switches Local Artist Showcase Recycling Unit Size: 1966 Sq Ft (183 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting -
KITCHEN
Blender Coffee Grinder Dishwasher Ice Maker Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop -
LAUNDRY
Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer -
PARKING
Onsite Parking -
INTERNET
Free WiFi, With Speed Of 50+ Mbps -
OUTDOORS
Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio -
POOL/SPA
Hot Tub -
BATHROOMS
3.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided -
THINGS TO DO
Fishing Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Water Tubing Nearby -
ENTERTAINMENT
Books Smart TV -
LIVING SPACES
Fireplace Living Room -
CLIMATE CONTROL
Air Conditioning Heating -
FAMILY FRIENDLY
Playground -
LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS
On The Lake On The Waterfront -
SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES
Iron/ironing Board -
SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY
Smoke-free Property
Check-in : 04:00 PM
Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair
No smoking
No pets
Children allowed
Max occupancy : 8
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Janet B.
Submitted Oct 13, 2025
Stayed Oct 9, 2025So welcoming! Wonderfully equipped kitchen. Beautiful decor. Even special occasion decorations. Great location. Superlative stay.
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Marie M.
Submitted Sep 6, 2025
Stayed Aug 17, 2025We loved our stay at this property. The home has been lovingly updated while retaining bits of its history. The view of the lake and proximity to both town and the marina is perfect (shout out to the team at Bala Cove Marina who are wonderful!) Liam is responsive and helpful and we were able to extend our stay an extra day. If you want to visit Bala this the place … bonus hummingbird sightings and terrific mugs!!
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patrick m.
Submitted Sep 4, 2025
Stayed Aug 26, 2025The owners were great to communicate with, the property could not have been cleaner, and the property was just as described and better
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Colleen G.
Submitted Jul 12, 2025
Stayed Jul 7, 2025A beautiful cottage on Bala Bay. Has everything to entertain guests of all ages. We would book again!
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Ellen K.
Submitted Jul 7, 2025
Stayed Jun 30, 2025We enjoyed our the lake house and it’s well laid out common area including many thoughtful tidbits - well stocked kitchen, tons of towels, blankets..even hiking trail maps. We felt right at home in no time at all. Only caution we had relate to the location - there is a train track not more than 150 yards from the property. The train appears to run about every 3 hours. Our party included two infants 2 and 3 years old…at first they were enthusiastically taking it in but after awhile, the horn and rumbling did disturb their sleep.Were it not for the proximity of the train, we would all have rated this property 5 stars.
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Abe F.
Submitted Jun 30, 2025
Stayed Jun 27, 2025Overall, five star
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Kyle W.
Submitted Jun 16, 2025
Stayed Jun 12, 2025It was a great weekend with friends. Communication was great with host. Would stay there again for sure!
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Lisa M.
Submitted Oct 1, 2024
Stayed Sep 27, 2024Great weekend with family. On the lake and a 5 minute walk to town. Enjoyed the train! Every room upstairs has their own washroom. Lots of places to relax!
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Kelly H.
Submitted Sep 2, 2024
Stayed Aug 29, 2024We were beyond happy staying at this gorgeous cottage, it was stunning and described perfectly in the ad. The cottage had everything we may have needed in the kitchen, plenty of clean fluffy towels, very comfy beds and exquisitely clean. Don’t hesitate on booking.
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Scott J.
Submitted Aug 26, 2024
Stayed Aug 22, 2024Just a beautiful property, with the perfect combination of historical architecture with modern amenities. Very well provisioned and easy access, made for a tremendous stay.
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Paula R.
Submitted Jul 21, 2024
Stayed Jul 14, 2024Thoroughly clean and well kept. It had all the ammenities you would need. Very pretty cottage.
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Jenningsg f T.
Submitted Jul 15, 2024
Stayed Jul 9, 2024There are to many outstanding things to say about this cottage and the wonderful host. The location is walking distance to awesome restaurants, marina and local shops. The cottage itself is fantastic! The beds are comfortable, the cottage is very clean, and the amenities are abundant. We loved the boat house and dock with the steps down to the little beach / lake. The kids loved their rooms as well as the parents. We cannot wait to go back!
