Glorious Sunsets on Lake Mazinaw at Bon Echo

Cottage Interior

The 2500 square foot cottage comprises 3 floors: 1) a large basement area with 1 bedroom, a games area with pool table, ping pong table, foosball table and darts, and a small work out space with a treadmill, exercise bike and dumbbells 2) the ground floor with a mud-room/laundry area with a sink and washer and dryer, a powder room, the master bedroom with ensuite, and a large open living area comprising the kitchen, dining, and family room areas 3) the 2nd floor with 2 bedrooms, a large bathroom with shower, and a loft space with a sitting area and 2 single beds (Warning: any teenagers and/or children will quickly make the loft space their own!) The 4 large and comfortable bedrooms all have plenty of closet and/or dresser space, and 2 include magnificent views over the property to the lake. The master bedroom has a very large ensuite bathroom with 2 sinks, soaking tub and separate shower. The kitchen is modern and spacious, with a 4-element stove, oven, large sink, dishwasher and all the pots, pans, serving plates, and cutlery you'll need to create and serve your culinary masterpieces. The dining area and table can comfortably seat 8 (or in a bit of a pinch 10) for dinner. The family area has a soaring 18-foot timber-frame ceiling, large screen tv with cable, dvd player, and chromecast inputs so you can stream your favourite shows and movies, a beautiful brick fireplace, and a wonderful view out front to the lake. There is also a snug solarium-like sitting area at the back where you can enjoy a sunny morning coffee while watching the birds at the feeder. A Wifi network is accessible throughout the cottage. The front of the cottage boasts a large deck for outdoor meals or simply lounging in the sun. The whole layout is perfect for 1 large or 2 smaller family units; with 2 families 1 group could settle into the upstairs with 2 bedrooms, a bathroom and the loft, while the second group takes the 2 downstairs bedrooms and bathrooms with everyone sharing the living space.
For those groups with a couple looking for extra privacy, there is also a very comfortable 2-person cabin with a queen bed and small sitting area on the property that is available for an extra $200/week plus $50 cleaning fee.

Towels and bed linens available on request.

Cottage Property

The property boasts an outstanding 110-foot shoreline, with plenty of seating areas to enjoy the magnificent views of the south end of the Mazinaw. The swimming area is second to none and perfect for young or inexperience swimmers, with a sandy bottom and gentle gradient (50 feet offshore the water is 3 feet deep). You'll be able to relax in your Muskoka chair on the large sunning dock while keeping a close eye on children enjoying the water. The shore area has 2 seating levels and a campfire pit. The view from the shore is to the west and north, so in the evenings you'll be able to enjoy the glorious sunsets as you start the campfire up and get the marshmallows ready. Then as evening turns to night you can stare out at the Big Dipper and Milky Way, and watch the stars in their slow circle around the North Star. There are also kayaks and a canoe for you to enjoy. There is a large propane bbq and smaller charcoal grill available, and a 12-seater picnic table so you can enjoy both preparing and enjoying your dinners outdoors (there's even a very large rainproof umbrella available - converted from an old sun umbrella - if you insist on cooking outdoors whatever the weather!)

14-foot aluminum fishing boat with 2.2 hp motor available for extra fee.
Boat cradle available for those with their own boats.

Local Amenities
There is a wealth of local facilities/activities to keep you fed and entertained during your time at the Mazinaw, including the following:

Bon Echo Provincial Park - 10 minutes by car away (also accessible via a long kayak paddle) with a great public beach, hiking trails, boat rentals and wonderful views of Bon Echo Rock

Public tennis courts - 5 minutes way (we have Bjorn Borg era rackets in good shape you can use - bring your own balls!)

9-hole golf course - 10 minutes away (we have a couple of sets of clubs you can borrow if you don't bring your own)

The Land o' Lakes Petting Farm is 10 minutes away and is a fun adventure for the kids in your group (http://landolakesrescuepettingfarm.ca/)

The village of Cloyne where you can grab gas, food basics, and munchies is 5 minutes away

The village of Northbrook with a liquor store, beer store, grocery store and bank is 15 minutes away.

A wonderful half-day trip should you feel so inclined would be to Potter Settlement Winery in Tweed, a 45 minute drive away. A relatively new winery, they have put a lot of effort into developing their acreage and the property is gorgeous. Well worth the trip! (https://pottersettlementwines.ca/)

There are various pleasant bike rides you can take in the area - we have a couple of bikes you can use if you don't bring your own.