House in Bracebridge
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this house rental
Escape to THE MARA, your private Muskoka waterfront sanctuary, where crisp autumn mornings, golden foliage, and peaceful waters create the perfect fall retreat. Wake to a crystal-clear, swimmable river, then unwind in your private wellness room with a Finnish sauna, luxury hot tub, and hammock behind floor-to-ceiling glass doors. Enjoy waterfront firepit evenings, kayaking, a private theatre, and full game room. Soak. Sweat. Breathe. Repeat.
The space
Welcome to The Mara Wellness Retreat a secluded waterfront sanctuary
Retreat Highlights:
The Wellness Room
The heart of The Mara. Your private wellness sanctuary houses a Finnish sauna, a luxury hot tub, and a hanging hammock under one roof with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors and a full garage door that opens seamlessly to the waterfront backyard. Move from sauna heat to cool river air to a starlit soak without ever leaving the property. Contrast therapy has never felt this good.
Waterfront Backyard
Step through the wellness room doors and you're there fire pit, river, and Muskoka sky:
✦ Fire Pit (firewood included s'more away!)
✦ Kayaks & Canoes
✦ Private River Beach & Swimming
✦ Water Toys & Inflatables
✦ Life Jackets Provided
✦ Outdoor BBQ & Outdoor Dining Area
✦ Deck with Gazebo
Basement Rec Room
The fun doesn't stop when the sun goes down:
✦ Pool Table
✦ Air Hockey
✦ Dartboard
✦ Poker Table
✦ Board Games & Table Games
Private Movie Theatre
Sink in for movie night on a 75" screen with a premium surround sound system. Perfect for rainy afternoons or late-night wind-downs.
Cozy Indoor Fireplace
Gather around the fireplace for quiet evenings, wine, and good company.
Comfortable Accommodations
Sleeps 8 across 3 thoughtfully designed bedrooms and 2 Full Bathrooms:
✦ Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
✦ Bedroom 2: Double Bed
✦ Bedroom 3: Bunk Bed — kids love it!
✦ Theatre Room: Sofa Bed
Fully Stocked Kitchen
Cook, gather, and eat together. Everything you need for full meals just bring the groceries.
Private & Gated
A true hidden gem. Gated entrance, secluded setting, and complete privacy from the moment you arrive. No neighbours in sight, just nature.
Always Connected
Optic-fiber high-speed internet throughout stream, work remotely, or video call without a second thought.
Self Check-In
Easy keypad entry. Detailed arrival instructions sent upon booking confirmation.
Explore Muskoka
The Mara sits minutes from some of Ontario's most celebrated outdoor destinations:
✦ Arrowhead Provincial Park hiking, swimming, and world-famous winter ice skating trails (15 min)
✦ Huntsville : charming downtown with restaurants, breweries, boutiques, and farmers markets (20 min)
✦ Bracebridge: waterfalls, shops, and the iconic Santa's Village (25 min)
✦ Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area slopes and rentals for winter weekends (20 min)
✦ Port Sydney Beach a beloved local swimming beach, steps from the property
✦ Algonquin Provincial Park world-class hiking, canoeing, and wildlife (1 hr east)
✦ Deerhurst Resort golf, dining, and spa just down the road
Whether you're here for deep rest, family adventure, or a group getaway Muskoka has everything you need, and The Mara is your perfect base.
Guest access
Feel at home during your stay, with access to the entire ground floor, basement, deck and the remaining open space of the property. Enjoy the serene waterfront view, but kindly refrain from accessing the storage rooms and sheds on the right side of the house. Your comfort and privacy are our top priorities!
Registration Details
STRA-2024-183
The space
Welcome to The Mara Wellness Retreat a secluded waterfront sanctuary
Retreat Highlights:
The Wellness Room
The heart of The Mara. Your private wellness sanctuary houses a Finnish sauna, a luxury hot tub, and a hanging hammock under one roof with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors and a full garage door that opens seamlessly to the waterfront backyard. Move from sauna heat to cool river air to a starlit soak without ever leaving the property. Contrast therapy has never felt this good.
Waterfront Backyard
Step through the wellness room doors and you're there fire pit, river, and Muskoka sky:
✦ Fire Pit (firewood included s'more away!)
✦ Kayaks & Canoes
✦ Private River Beach & Swimming
✦ Water Toys & Inflatables
✦ Life Jackets Provided
✦ Outdoor BBQ & Outdoor Dining Area
✦ Deck with Gazebo
Basement Rec Room
The fun doesn't stop when the sun goes down:
✦ Pool Table
✦ Air Hockey
✦ Dartboard
✦ Poker Table
✦ Board Games & Table Games
Private Movie Theatre
Sink in for movie night on a 75" screen with a premium surround sound system. Perfect for rainy afternoons or late-night wind-downs.
Cozy Indoor Fireplace
Gather around the fireplace for quiet evenings, wine, and good company.
Comfortable Accommodations
Sleeps 8 across 3 thoughtfully designed bedrooms and 2 Full Bathrooms:
✦ Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
✦ Bedroom 2: Double Bed
✦ Bedroom 3: Bunk Bed — kids love it!
✦ Theatre Room: Sofa Bed
Fully Stocked Kitchen
Cook, gather, and eat together. Everything you need for full meals just bring the groceries.
Private & Gated
A true hidden gem. Gated entrance, secluded setting, and complete privacy from the moment you arrive. No neighbours in sight, just nature.
Always Connected
Optic-fiber high-speed internet throughout stream, work remotely, or video call without a second thought.
Self Check-In
Easy keypad entry. Detailed arrival instructions sent upon booking confirmation.
Explore Muskoka
The Mara sits minutes from some of Ontario's most celebrated outdoor destinations:
✦ Arrowhead Provincial Park hiking, swimming, and world-famous winter ice skating trails (15 min)
✦ Huntsville : charming downtown with restaurants, breweries, boutiques, and farmers markets (20 min)
✦ Bracebridge: waterfalls, shops, and the iconic Santa's Village (25 min)
✦ Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area slopes and rentals for winter weekends (20 min)
✦ Port Sydney Beach a beloved local swimming beach, steps from the property
✦ Algonquin Provincial Park world-class hiking, canoeing, and wildlife (1 hr east)
✦ Deerhurst Resort golf, dining, and spa just down the road
Whether you're here for deep rest, family adventure, or a group getaway Muskoka has everything you need, and The Mara is your perfect base.
Guest access
Feel at home during your stay, with access to the entire ground floor, basement, deck and the remaining open space of the property. Enjoy the serene waterfront view, but kindly refrain from accessing the storage rooms and sheds on the right side of the house. Your comfort and privacy are our top priorities!
Registration Details
STRA-2024-183
Amenities at The Mara Waterfront Cottage, Muskoka
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Map of Bracebridge
Ratings and reviews
8 / 10Excellent·Aug 2024
Very cute cottage. Recent updates to make it look more modern really make a large impact. Check in process was easy and communication with host was always prompt. Cleanliness upon checking in was less than desired. There were a couple dishes left in the sink. As well as a couple other items left uncleaned (large spill located on table and random garbage items left on the back deck). Kitchen was stocked with essentials (new plates bowls, cups etc) but could have used more. Minimal plates and cutlery. No wine glasses, bottle opener, wine opener, no sharper knives etc. In the online listing it showed a pool table, but there was no pool table at this location. Looked like it was recently removed, but was not noted to us at any time. Which was disappointing because my son was excited to play. Beds were comfy enough but one was very squeaky when you made the slightest movement and therefore was not great for sleeping. Overall, the cottage suited our needs as we were only sending the evenings there and were out during the day.
8 / 10Excellent·Aug 2024
Only reason i didnt put 5 stars was because the sheets and couches had stains that were quite noticeable, and the bedding bad bugs in them but its muskoka so your gonna get bugs anyways.
Make sure to request the owner to have the hot tub ready before you go.
Thank you for the awesome property i would absolutely recommend.
8 / 10Excellent·Jul 2024
Good location and accommodations were decent. The hot tub is not full size, very shallow. but the cottage was clean and enjoyable. Great private spot!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2024
The Mara Waterfront Cottage is without a doubt one of the best cottages we have ever stayed at. The owners and all associates involved deserve an applause for thier meticulous efforts in keeping a perfect home for us, away from our home.
I have stayed at many cottages throughout my 44 years of living and can credibility say that the Mara is a PRIME cottage in a SUBLIME position looking directly out at the water, footsteps from your door. If cozy was a cottage it would certainty be the Mara.
From the moment you get there you are greeted with a luxurious style entry to a horseshoe driveway with two lions.
Entry into the Mara was simple with the code given before arrival and security was proper.
Upon entry we were immediately aware of how clean and tidy the main room was. As we soon found out, the whole cottage was immaculately clean and well maintained.
We forgot to buy candy but didnt need to as the owners courteously staged a nice assortment of treats for us on the dinning room table.
Every room has its own style, which was very cool. I especially loved the long narrow mirror outside between the two bedrooms. It's facing the core of the Mara and visually expands the property when you're in front of it and everytime you come out of the washroom. (Great placement guys)
Hot tub, sauna, Waterfront, big screen tv, BBQ, kayaks, fire pit near the water, modern, pool table, games, everything! We loved it so much we booked again DURING our stay.
Thanks again, guys!
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7.8Good
(8 Ratings)
"The Mara Waterfront Cottage is without a doubt one of the best cottages we have ever stayed at. The owners and all associates involved deserve an applause for thier meticulous efforts in keeping a per..."
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