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Spinneyloch. Unpretentious, Family Friendly, Classic 60's Cottage, On One Level
Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111.5 sq m
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Explore the area
Torrance, ON
- Place, Hardy Lake Provincial Park7 min drive
- Place, Muskoka Lakes Winery17 min drive
- Place, Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve18 min drive
- Airport, Muskoka, ON (YQA)38 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 2
2 Single Bunk Beds
Bunkie
1 Queen Bed
Master bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bunkie bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Spinneyloch. Unpretentious, Family Friendly, Classic 60's Cottage, On One Level
Located on Point Manchee in Bala, Muskoka, Spinneyloch is an easy 2 hour drive from Toronto. As soon as you arrive, you'll have an AHA moment that won't leave you. The cottage is nestled in the trees with lake frontage, glorious views and sun all day long. The spacious outside deck, where you'll enjoy your morning coffee, evening cocktail and spectacular sunsets, cascades down to an equally wonderful dock on Beach Bay. Easy access to shallow water is ideal for all water activities, especially swimming to "Gossip Rock". Main kitchen/dining/living area is open concept with pine paneling and Muskoka granite wood burning fireplace. Skylights and large picture windows keep the cottage bright all day. Lakeside, master bedroom has queen bed and personal sink and vanity. The large second bedroom has bunk beds. Outside the windows perches a giant granite erratic we call Robber's Rock. (Wonderful story for Geology and History Buffs!) The Girl's Bunkie has a queen bed and it's own 3 piece bathroom and deck for reading and relaxing, ideal for in-laws or friends. The Boy's Bunkie on the eastern shorefront has power but no plumbing, but can be used with permission for extra sleepovers. And next to it, the boathouse dock offers a quiet morning retreat for early risers. The entire property overall has a great getaway feeling. Boat and canoe rentals available in Bala. Respect your Neighboring Cottagers noise policy in effect after 10 pm. Internet, TV, No smoking, No fireworks. Well behaved pets with conscientious owners considered.
Come for a week...you'll want to stay for a month.
Come for a week...you'll want to stay for a month.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Torrance
Located in Muskoka Lakes, this cottage is on the waterfront. Bala's Museum and Muskoka Boat & Heritage Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Gravenhurst Narrows Lighthouse and The Port Carling Wall. Muskoka Sports and Recreation and Santa's Village are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Torrance, ON
What's nearby
- Lake Muskoka - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Hardy Lake Provincial Park - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
- Bala's Museum - 10 min drive - 7.0 km
- Muskoka Lakes Winery - 17 min drive - 13.5 km
- Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve - 18 min drive - 13.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Clear Lake Brewing Co - 5 min drive
- Don's Bakery - 7 min drive
- Bala Falls Pub - 7 min drive
- Hook and Ladder - 8 min drive
- Scopa Pizza - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Susan Manchee
I've just recently inherited the cottage. I live in Colorado and summer in British Columbia but my Ontario roots are in Muskoka. My goal is to steward Spinneyloch through this period of transition by offering it to individuals and families who will appreciate discovering the joys of holidaying in Muskoka.
Why they chose this property
Point Manchee has been a family property since the early 1900's. It was divided into four parcels in the 1950's and my father built this cottage in 1962. My father loved his English heritage and called this property Spinneyloch (a grove of trees and lake) We spent all of our summers here, swimming, canoeing, sailing, and just relaxing with our cousins and many dear friends who have shared this special place with us for decades. There are many regatta trophies lining the shelves, a tribute to the spirit of the Manchee family over the years.
What makes this property unique
The sound of train whistles from Bala Park Island, paddling across the Bay on a still morning, loons calling, the soft lapping of waves , wind in the pines, these are all here to stimulate your senses and nourish and refresh your soul.
Languages:
English, French, Italian
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