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Reviews
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Balm Beach, ON
- Place, Jackson Beach Park15 min walk
- Place, Balm Beach Go-Karts2 min drive
- Place, Blue Mountain Ski Resort51 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
4BR Cottage-Private Sandy Beach across the street - amazing sunsets
Basic 4 BR cottage nestled in the woods. 2 BR are on the upper floor and 2 in basement (with walkout). There's a large kitchen, living room/dining area, and a basic bathroom with tub. There is also a large deck that has a table & deck chairs (and a barbecue).
This is not a luxury rental and the price is reflective of your access to the private sandy beach across the street and shared only with other renters and family
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The Sky House is part of a compound known as Tondakea Lodge. which consists of three 2 bedroom cabins, one 4 bedroom house, and one 2 bedroom house; all bookable through VRBO (See bottom of this description).
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Located across the street from our private beach, at the edge of a 27 acre forest, the Tondakea Lodge once was the home and school of Franz Johnston, of the Group of Seven artists, and later became a resort in the 50s. Although updates have been made over the years the buildings still retain their original charm and rustic feel.
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IMPORTANT
1. The property is on a well so you must bring your own water.
2. Terrain around the property and on the beach is natural and uneven and so is unsuitable for those with wheel chairs or mobility issues
3. You must bring your own linens and towels
4. No visitors permitted without prior approval
Enjoy long walks through the forest, go for a swim in the crystal clear waters of Georgian Bay, or take a 10-15 min walk along the water to Balm Beach. At Balm Beach you have access to Balm Beach Go-Karts, Mini Golf, The Balm beach smokehouse, Bingham’s’s Variety (with an LCBO and ice cream parlour:))and the Georgian Grill & Family Arcade
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Location Info:
1.5 hours from Toronto
30 min from Wasaga Beach
45 min to Collingwood
All the properties on our compound can be found at: 884008 (Doctor's House), 884009 (R n R Retreat), 884013 (Ole Cozy), and 884011 (Sky House), 9713676(Chateau)
This is not a luxury rental and the price is reflective of your access to the private sandy beach across the street and shared only with other renters and family
-
The Sky House is part of a compound known as Tondakea Lodge. which consists of three 2 bedroom cabins, one 4 bedroom house, and one 2 bedroom house; all bookable through VRBO (See bottom of this description).
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Located across the street from our private beach, at the edge of a 27 acre forest, the Tondakea Lodge once was the home and school of Franz Johnston, of the Group of Seven artists, and later became a resort in the 50s. Although updates have been made over the years the buildings still retain their original charm and rustic feel.
-
IMPORTANT
1. The property is on a well so you must bring your own water.
2. Terrain around the property and on the beach is natural and uneven and so is unsuitable for those with wheel chairs or mobility issues
3. You must bring your own linens and towels
4. No visitors permitted without prior approval
Enjoy long walks through the forest, go for a swim in the crystal clear waters of Georgian Bay, or take a 10-15 min walk along the water to Balm Beach. At Balm Beach you have access to Balm Beach Go-Karts, Mini Golf, The Balm beach smokehouse, Bingham’s’s Variety (with an LCBO and ice cream parlour:))and the Georgian Grill & Family Arcade
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Location Info:
1.5 hours from Toronto
30 min from Wasaga Beach
45 min to Collingwood
All the properties on our compound can be found at: 884008 (Doctor's House), 884009 (R n R Retreat), 884013 (Ole Cozy), and 884011 (Sky House), 9713676(Chateau)
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Can play on the beach, no yard.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Tiny
Located in Tiny, this cottage is near the beach. Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre and Wasaga Beach Provincial Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Midland Cultural Centre and Wasaga 500 Go Karts. Skull Island Adventure Golf and Elmvale Jungle Zoo are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
Balm Beach, ON
What's nearby
- Jackson Beach Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Balm Beach Go-Karts - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
- Wasaga Beach Provincial Park - 17 min drive - 18.0 km
- Scandinave Spa Blue Mountain - 51 min drive - 58.5 km
- Blue Mountain Ski Resort - 51 min drive - 58.5 km
Restaurants
- A&W Restaurant - 11 min drive
- Perky's Fish & Fries - 4 min drive
- McDonald's - 12 min drive
- 5 Star Take-away - 13 min drive
- L.A. Cafe - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
12 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
dawn l.
17 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Skyhouse
dawn l.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
daniel m.
8 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Country cottage charm and a private beach
daniel m.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Karen P.
23 July 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As described
Karen P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Avni A.
7 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great value
Avni A.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
MOLLY H.
13 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection
MOLLY H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Alexandra H.
31 July 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful beach
Alexandra H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dorothea W.
7 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great girls weekend
Dorothea W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
leilanie m.
26 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just a normal rustic cottage
leilanie m.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robin W.
8 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Try to come here every summer. Cottage is rustic but that's why we like it
Robin W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Richard S.
8 Sept 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Beach Area
Richard S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
David S.
9 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing beach across the road
David S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
Lesa C.
6 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good budget stay
Lesa C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nohra G.
7 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!
Nohra G.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tam P.
26 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place with excellent beach
Tam P.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey R.
9 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing.
Jeffrey R.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sara C.
1 Aug 2019
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family friendly cottage
Sara C.
Verified
8/10 Good
Andrew B.
21 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic but pleasent
Andrew B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jerry S.
17 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Balm Beach stay
Jerry S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robyn M.
9 Sept 2018
Lovely
Robyn M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stacey Y.
19 Aug 2018
This is a great basic cottage with everything you need. Spacious with access to a lovely beach.
Stacey Y.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Archival
4/10 Poor
Melissa F.
11 Aug 2017
Very basic
Melissa F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
Archival
6/10 Okay
Lynn W.
9 Aug 2017
Last minute mid week rental
Lynn W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Lori M.
7 Aug 2017
Beautiful spot!
Lori M.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Aman I.
13 Oct 2016
It was perfect.
Aman I.
About the host
Hosted by Meryn McCann
Why they chose this property
Located across the street from our private beach, at the edge of our 27 acre forest, the main house (occupied by owners) once was the home and school of Franz Johnston, (of the Group of Seven artists), and later became a resort in the 50s.
What makes this property unique
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