Pet Friendly - Gryffin RidgeThe Magic Forest

Utterson, Ontario

$184 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights

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2 nights

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Description

Stay-Relax-Rejuvenate: A luxurious retreat tucked into the trees, just minutes from downtown Huntsville. The Guest House is equipped with everything from a full kitchenette and fiber-optic internet to the wood for your private firepit.

We welcome up to two, 4 legged, well-behaved guests. Your dog (s) will love romping with our 2 Aussies and hiking the many pet-friendly hiking trails in the Huntsville area. We ask that during the initial introduction of your pets to our farm animals,you have them leashed. (this is for the protection of the goats and chickens) Once they meet and greet, in all likelihood, the leash can be dispensed with.

The Heating and Air Conditioning unit is an environmentally friendly heat pump system. It is a true revolution in year-round comfort.
The washroom has a glass shower, vanity and sink. The toilet is a Norwegian designed model called the Cinderella. A truly unique design that is new to Canada.

Enjoy the picnic table, firepit and hammocks located just outside the fenced pasture area. Please visit our Hobby Farm consisting of Dwarf Nigerian Goats and Exotic Chickens.

The suite looks out over 10 acres of forest. The Guest House is located 1000 feet from the road and is completely private.

Arrowhead Provincial Park, Algonquin Park, Lake of Bays and Limberlost Forest Reserve and Hunters Bay Trail are all within 50 minutes. There are also 3 beaches close by.
We are located 15 minutes north of Bracebridge and 7 minutes south of Huntsville, just off of Highway # 11.
Fairy, Mary, Vernon and Peninsula Lakes are all within minutes of the suite. There are public boat ramps where you can put your boat in the water.
If you don't own a boat but would like to rent one, Huntsville Marine can help you out. There are beaches very close by. Kayak, canoe, boat and paddle board rentals are all available in Huntsville. The rental shop, Algonquin Outfitters, it is in downtown Huntsville and on right on the water!

Our house rules: no smoking, no parties.
Well behaved pets are welcome!
The pets are to stay off the furniture and are not to be left unattended in the Guest House unless crated.

There is just one Guest House on the property. We live on the property but our house cannot be seen from your suite..

Check out time must be no later than 11 a .m.
unless arranged the night before checkout.

Early arrivals are permitted! I will text you once the Guest House has been readied for your arrival. Once you receive the text you can check-in. (2p.m. is the absolute latest in any event)

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Features

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Smoke-free Property Desk Desk Chair Dryer
OUTDOOR

BBQ Grill(s) Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
INTERNET

Available In All Rooms: Free WiFi Available In Some Public Areas: Internet Access
LANGS SPOKEN

English
THINGS TO DO

Bicycling Golfing Kayaking
GUEST SERVICES

Laundry Facilities
FAMILY FRIENDLY

Children's Dinnerware Dining Table Kitchen Kitchenette Laundry Facilities Microwave Refrigerator
ACTIVITIES NEARBY

Golfing Health/beauty Spa Hiking/biking Trails Ice Skating Marina Skiing
BEDROOM

Air Conditioning Bed Sheets Heating
BATHROOM

Hair Dryer Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels
ENTERTAINMENT

Cable/satellite Channels Smart TV
OUTDOOR SPACE

Balcony
FOOD AND DRINK

Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dining Table Electric Kettle Kitchen Kitchenette Microwave Refrigerator Spices Toaster

Check-in : 02:00 PM Check-out : 11:00 AM

No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed

Max occupancy : 2

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Jennifer
Submitted Aug 20, 2023

Stayed Aug 19, 2023

Beautiful, clean, peaceful little house. Comfortable and cozy with everything you’d need. Beautiful location close to town but doesn’t feel like it.
Submitted Jan 19, 2020

Stayed Jan 17, 2020

Lynne and Jim went above and beyond. The moose cookies were definitely an added touch. It was a quiet place for a very nice and relaxing weekend. This place truest is a hidden gem! There was nothing that we didn’t like about this place.
James C.
Submitted Sep 6, 2025

Stayed Sep 3, 2025

The perfect vacation property equiped with everything we needed and many extras! Lynn and Jim have created an oasis and we enjoyed everything about it. A short drive from Huntsville, a beautiful setting and so many personal touches! Thanks!
Allison S.
Submitted Apr 6, 2025

Stayed Apr 3, 2025

We loved our 2 night stay. The hosts were amazing ! The cottage was spotless. We had everything we needed for our stay. Our dog loved seeing the goats and chickens and the beautiful Willow every time we went for a walk.Thank you Jim and Lynne for the great hospitality. We will be back !!!!!
Andrew C.
Submitted Oct 28, 2024

Stayed Oct 21, 2024

Wow. I cannot overstate how great a time we had at the guest house! We loved the interior--the bed was comfy, the heating/fans worked perfectly, we had all the utensils and plates we needed, and the hosts provided delicious snacks. The exterior is absolutely gorgeous, especially at peak leaf season. We loved seeing the goats and chickens, meeting a very friendly dog, and the late-night campfires were heavenly. Our hosts were easy to get in touch with and very friendly. We will 100% be back. (One caveat: the toilet is a zero-water incinerator, and it took a bit of getting used to. I suspect young kids may find it challenging to use)
Vamika J.
Submitted Dec 29, 2023

Stayed Dec 15, 2023

The cottage is perfectly equipped and so thoughtfully put together - we had a wonderful time!
Summer D.
Submitted Dec 28, 2023

Stayed Dec 24, 2023

We were greeted by 2 very cute dogs and some curious goats. The cabin had everything we needed. We woke up to deer on the property to top it all off. Definitely recommend
Mark W.
Submitted Dec 20, 2023

Stayed Nov 30, 2023

We had a great time during our stay. It is a cozy spot with everything you need. The driveway greeters were both lovely and happy to have pets at any time of day. We would go back anytime.
ELIZABETH G.
Submitted Oct 9, 2023

Stayed Oct 6, 2023

My husband and I so enjoyed our time in this special retreat. Because of the amenities, and the lovely autumn surrounding, this little cabin far exceeded any hotel room! It was wonderful having our dog Molly be part of this experience. Our host Jim, was very helpful and provided an interesting and personal connection. We could not have asked for anything more during our 3 night stay!
Martin D.
Submitted Aug 19, 2023

Stayed Aug 14, 2023

We absolutely loved our visit at Griffyn Ridge. The rental was large enough for our pack of people and pets and everything we needed was provided by Lynne and Jim. The surrounding space is quiet but close enough Huntsville to take advantage of the town offerings (shopping, hiking, etc.) Our privacy was respected, yet daily conversations with the owners and morning visits from their dogs were very much welcomed. Thanks again for the hospitality!
Laurel H.
Submitted Aug 12, 2023

Stayed Aug 9, 2023

Beautiful little cabin very close to Huntsville. Wonderful quiet nights. Everything provided that you could possibly need. Will definitely be back!
Linda L.
Submitted Jul 20, 2023

Stayed Jul 11, 2023

This is a small but perfectly formed property. The hosts have considered everything, even providing bikes, helmets, head torches and binoculars. The bed was comfortable and the space cosy. Sitting out on the porch listening to the birds singing when it’s raining is just bliss. Frankie and Willow the dogs come down for a visit and the hens and goats make this a very unique space.The hosts are lovely and I can highly recommend Gryffin Ridge.