Welcome to your peaceful escape on the shores of Lake Simcoe in McPhee Bay. This waterfront retreat in Ramara offers the perfect blend of cozy indoor comfort and outdoor adventures — ideal for families, couples, or small groups.
This inviting lakeside home is perfect for year-round escapes, whether you’re enjoying sunny summer days on the water or cozy winter weekends exploring nearby trails. Inside, the open-concept layout is bright and welcoming, with large windows that frame the views of McPhee Bay. With direct lake access, you're just steps from swimming, paddling, or taking in peaceful sunsets in the warmer months—and in winter, it's an ideal base for ice fishing, snowshoeing, or enjoying Orillia’s seasonal events.
Outdoor Space Spend summer days lounging on the spacious deck, complete with seating for 8 and a BBQ—perfect for evening dinners. The large, beautiful property offers a wide lakefront with an unobstructed, picturesque view of the lake and stunning sunsets. The lake is swimmable with a sandy bottom and stays around 3–5 feet deep for about 100 feet out, making it great for swimming, walking, or playing, whether you're an adult or child. Outdoor games and plenty of seating are available for your enjoyment.
Guests have access to the entire backyard (minus the garage) and the private dock.
This inviting lakeside home is perfect for year-round escapes, whether you’re enjoying sunny summer days on the water or cozy winter weekends exploring nearby trails. Inside, the open-concept layout is bright and welcoming, with large windows that frame the views of McPhee Bay. With direct lake access, you're just steps from swimming, paddling, or taking in peaceful sunsets in the warmer months—and in winter, it's an ideal base for ice fishing, snowshoeing, or enjoying Orillia’s seasonal events.
Outdoor Space Spend summer days lounging on the spacious deck, complete with seating for 8 and a BBQ—perfect for evening dinners. The large, beautiful property offers a wide lakefront with an unobstructed, picturesque view of the lake and stunning sunsets. The lake is swimmable with a sandy bottom and stays around 3–5 feet deep for about 100 feet out, making it great for swimming, walking, or playing, whether you're an adult or child. Outdoor games and plenty of seating are available for your enjoyment.
For those who love water sports, the property is in McPhee Bay, the north end of Lake Simcoe, which is ideal for boating, canoeing, and fishing. Two marinas are in the bay. Marina Del Ray offers fishing boat, pontoon boat, and PWC rentals so you can easily take advantage of all the lake has to offer.
Kitchen The kitchen is fully equipped with all the essentials for preparing meals at home, including a full-size fridge, stove, oven, microwave, coffee maker, cookware, and utensils—perfect for everything from hearty winter breakfasts to summer BBQ sides. All you need to bring is Nespresso coffee pods, your preferred cooking oil, and seasonings!
Bedrooms Upstairs, you’ll find two comfortable bedrooms, both with Queen beds. Both offer a lake view, making it the perfect wake-up spot. The home includes a full bathroom with a shower and a second half bathroom. Shampoo/conditioner is not supplied. Linens and basic toiletries are provided for your stay.
What’s Nearby
Food & Drink - The Common Stove – Wood-fired dishes & cocktails (18 mins) - Rustica Pizza Vino – Downtown Italian favourite (18 mins) - Eclectic Café – Cozy café for coffee or brunch (18 mins) - Webers Burgers – Famous roadside burgers (20 mins)
Essentials & Groceries - Ramara Fuels - Convenience store, gas, wood (2 min drive or 15 min walk) - Zehrs Markets (17 mins) - Costco Orillia (20 mins) - Orillia Square Mall (15 mins) - Downtown Orillia – Boutiques, cafés, and local finds (18 mins)
Outdoor Activities & Attractions - Marina Del Ray Marina (7 mins) - The marina is directly across the water from the cottage. Boat/jet ski/pontoon rentals are available at Lake Country Adventures Co. - City operated Boat Launch (10 mins) - Couchiching Beach Park – Beach, trails, and lakefront (19 mins) - Tudhope Park – Biking, playgrounds & water access (20 mins) - Casino Rama Resort (10 mins) - Hardwood Ski and Bike – Winter cross-country trails (30 mins) - Mount St. Louis Moonstone – Skiing & snowboarding (35 mins) - Carden Alvar Provincial Park – Nature trails & birding (40 mins)
Additional Notes: - Firewood is not provided. Wood can be purchased at the nearby convenience store - We ask that you bring your own beach towels for outdoor use, thank you! - A Ring camera is at the front entrance facing the driveway, and another is positioned at the back of the house - The home runs off well water that is purified but isn't recommended for drinking - The property's landscaper is scheduled to conduct lawn maintenance bi-weekly on Mondays (weather permitting) - We kindly ask that you review and respect the Renter’s Code of Conduct displayed inside the property
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About the area
Ramara
Located in Ramara, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Couchiching Golf and Country Club and Galaxy Cinemas Orillia are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mara Provincial Park and McRae Point Provincial Park.
McRae Point Provincial Park - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
Tudhope Park - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
Casino Rama - 10 min drive - 12.3 km
Getting around
Washago Station - 22 min drive
Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 42 min drive
Restaurants
Casino Rama Resort - 11 min drive
Tim Hortons - 8 min drive
Starbucks - 9 min drive
Tim Hortons - 6 min drive
The Willow 漪枊坊 - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Lakeside Escape in Ramara | Private Water Access pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Lakeside Escape in Ramara | Private Water Access?
As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakeside Escape in Ramara | Private Water Access on 19 Dec 2025 start from AU$534, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Lakeside Escape in Ramara | Private Water Access?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lakeside Escape in Ramara | Private Water Access?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lakeside Escape in Ramara | Private Water Access?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Lakeside Escape in Ramara | Private Water Access located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Lake Simcoe and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Mara Provincial Park. Tudhope Park and Lake Couchiching are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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This was a fantastic modern lake house with nearly every feature and amenity you could think of. It’s located on a quiet bay, and unlike many lakes, there wasn’t a bunch of seaweed at the shoreline—making it perfect for swimming. The heating and cooling worked well, and the home was equipped with great extras like a sound system, TV, and more. Everything was comfortable, functional, and enjoyable.
My husband and I loved our stay at this beautiful house on Thanksgiving weekend. Everything was new very clean and thoughtfully decorated. Beds were comfortable and we enjoyed lovely lake views from any room as well as the deck. Sunsets were spectacular! The kitchen was also well equipped. We have stayed at many rentals but this one is by far our favourite. It is the perfect size for a couple or small family. Having family in the area, we would stay here again in a heartbeat. Thank you for a wonderful stay!Diane and Tim (Just a note, the property is not fenced if you have pets)
Diane S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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