Bear Essentials Lakefront Hideaway

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9.4Outstanding
(9 Ratings)
"Loved the otters swimming off the end of the dock "
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9.4 / 10
Outstanding(9 Ratings)

Cottage in Huntsville

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this cottage rental

"Bear Essentials" is a charming waterfront cottage on peaceful Otter Lake. The private dock overlooking a calm non-motorized lake, home to many otters and wildlife, is the perfect oasis for nature lovers. Enjoy the serenity of canoeing, fishing and swimming without the sound of boats and sea-doos whizzing by.

This property boasts 130 feet of water frontage which wraps around the cottage allowing for water views from almost every angle. While this property has the privacy and seclusion of rural living in a fully-winterized cottage, it is also just a 10-minute drive 'to the conveniences of downtown Huntsville.'

For year-around fun, Bear Essentials is within a 18-minute driving radius to Hidden
Valley Highlands Ski Area and Muskoka Ski Club, Arrowhead Ice Skating Trail and
several golf courses. There are also snowmobiling, snowshoeing and hiking trails in
walking distance.' The cottage has 2 bedrooms and 1 four-piece bathroom. Bedroom on the second story has a picturesque Juliet balcony with a scenic view of the lake. The fully-stocked kitchen overlooks the elevated cathedral pine ceilings in the dining area. There is also a fully operational Regency fireplace, a custom deck overlooking the water with a bbq and a lovely screened-in Muskoka room.

We look forward to sharing our little little piece of heaven with you!

Listing space -
- Beautiful waterfront property
- Abundance of nature all around
- 2 bedroom & 1 bathroom
- Heating and air conditioning
-UV filtered fresh and potable drinking water from the taps
- Wifi
- Pet friendly
- BBQ
- Free parking
- Smart TV
- Premium bedding and mattresses
- Beautiful dock
- Campfire pit
- Canoe
- 10min drive to downtown Huntsville for, shops, dining, spa, entertainment

Kitchen:
-A fully equipped kitchen
-UV filtered fresh and potable drinking water from the taps
- Electric range stove
- Dishwasher
- Full sized fridge/freezer
- Drip coffee maker
- Toaster
- Microwave
- Fully stocked, all cookware and dishware
- Cooking necessities (oil, salt, pepper)

Dining Room:
- Wooden dining table, seating for 6

Living Room:
- Open concept to kitchen and dining room
- View of the lake
- Smart TV
- Netflix/Prime

Primary Bedroom:
- Queen size bed
- Premium bedding

Bedroom #2:
- Double size bed
- Premium bedding
- Balcany overlooking lake

Bathroom:
- Premium linens
- Fully stocked with body wash and shampoo

Backyard:
- Waterfront property
- Dock
- Floating dock
- BBQ
- Campfire pit
- Lights for sitting out at night time
- Canoe
- Lifejackets
• Quite hours between 9 pm & 8 am
• No shoes in the house
• Guest should bring their own firewood and ensure fire is put out at end of use.
• Early check in or late check out can be arranged when available based on availability.
• Thank you for your thoughtfulness and consideration in leaving the cottage (inside and out) clean and tidy. For guest use, Cottage has a broom, dustpan, dish soap and vacuum
• No loud music or parties or events at anytime
• No Fireworks are allowed in the property at all times. Its against the township by-law.
• Insects and wildlife are a part of cottage country. Please discourage them by keeping doors and screens closed.
• Maximum two pets allowed.
• Pets cannot be left unattended, and we ask that you pick up after your pet.
• Please do not put anything into the toilets but into the trash cans provided in the washrooms for paper towels, Kleenex, tampons, pads, flushable wipes, hair etc
• Please clean and empty fridge, microwave, and Oven.
• Empty all garbage containers.
• There is a fire ban in the region for the month of April. Lighting an outdoor fire at this time will lead to penalties imposed by the city officials.
• GUESTS ARE TO TAKE GARBAGE AND RECYCLE BACK WITH THEM AT THE END OF THEIR STAY.
• Summer seasonal activities (dock, kayak, canoe etc) are available for guest use between Victoria Day weekend to Thanksgiving weekend.

Amenities at Bear Essentials Lakefront Hideaway

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.4 / 10
Outstanding(9 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
Loved the otters swimming off the end of the dock
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2025
This is a spacious, clean, and well-equiped cottage. The location is fantastic. Super quiet with a beautiful view. We loved that it's on a non-motorized lake, as two of us in the family are avid kayakers. The large property and surrounding area was great for walking our dogs.
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2025
Our family had a great time at this cottage. The lake is beautiful; we enjoyed swimming, fishing and canoeing. The views from inside are amazing, you can see the lake from almost any window. It’s minutes from Huntsville which is very convenient.
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2025
Was a lovely Cottage and would recommend. Well equipped for the stay and thoroughly enjoyed by all the family.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Bear Essentials Lakefront Hideaway. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Bear Essentials Lakefront Hideaway pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Bear Essentials Lakefront Hideaway?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.