3BR Waterfront Hidden Gem w/Private Dock & Hot Tub

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A wooden dock with two red Adirondack chairs and a covered seating area.
A cozy kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with chairs.
A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a dining table with chairs, a bed with floral bedding, a fireplace, and a television.
A wooden interior with a dining table, white chairs, a bench with cushions, and a window with a view of trees.
A wooden deck with a railing, surrounded by dense evergreen trees and a small body of water.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Balsam Lake

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Kawartha Lakes, ON
  • Place, Balsam Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shadow Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawartha Lakes Public Library - Norland Branch
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Muskoka, ON (YQA)
    ‪73 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Norland

Located in Kawartha Lakes, this cottage is on the waterfront. Monck's Landing Golf Course and Highlands Cinemas are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Kinmount Railway Station and Museum and Kinmount Fairgrounds.
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Map
Kawartha Lakes, ON

What's nearby

  • Balsam Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Shadow Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kawartha Lakes Public Library - Norland Branch - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ward Memorial Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fenelon Falls - 25 min drive - 34.9 km

Getting around

  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Summerkiss Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Coby Fish and Chips - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 3BR Waterfront Hidden Gem w/Private Dock & Hot Tub pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at 3BR Waterfront Hidden Gem w/Private Dock & Hot Tub?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 3BR Waterfront Hidden Gem w/Private Dock & Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3BR Waterfront Hidden Gem w/Private Dock & Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 3BR Waterfront Hidden Gem w/Private Dock & Hot Tub located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps away from Balsam Lake and Shadow Lake. Kawartha Lakes Public Library - Norland Branch and Ward Memorial Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had so much fun and will most definitely be returning! Beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cute cottage vibes

We had a lovely stay, the cottage is so beautifully and thoughtfully decorated. The location is quite nice as it’s close to a little town where you can pick things up or go out for food, but super quiet that you can enjoy some quiet time in the hot tub or just relaxing. My only feedback to the host would be, that we booked for six people and the living room does not really have enough comfortable seating for six people, so I’d recommend changing up the layout/adding some comfortable furniture.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing family vacation

We booked this gem as a gathering spot with our adult children who live in England and Eastern Ontario. Check in was smooth and the cottage was very well equipped. Had a bit of an issue and Kyle was very quick to respond. It’s a huge property with dock, firepit and hot tub and we took full advantage of it. Beds were very comfortable. A short walk to the town's general store which has a liquor and beer store along with all the necessities. We would highly recommend this hidden gem. wassmooth and the c
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Hot-tub causes BACTERIAL INFECTION. Avoid at all cost.

My fiancé and I stayed here mainly to use their hot tub. Water was not clean and properly sanitized. It caused my fiancé very painful bacterial infection. Worst part is that the host denied everything even when provided medical proof.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2025
I am very saddened and disappointed at how this situation has unfolded. As mentioned in our brief, initial exchange, I was very sorry to hear about your fiance’s health issues. In regards to your claim, as I had mentioned, we regularly change, sanitize, and balance our hot tub - and your complaint was the first time one of our guests have ever had an issue. We weren’t made aware of your fiance's situation until six days after check-out. There was no dialogue, but rather, a threatening message and demand for full refund, along with pictures of a prescription. You did not respond to our reply - the conversation ended. This anonymous review has been our first contact since you initially messaged us. We have taken note of your complaint and are doing everything in our power to continue to provide the best guest experience possible.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property,Great location, Owner was amazing. Thanks AgainScott, and AndySpecial forces Training in ETF
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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