Five luxury lakefront retreats in Muskoka, Canada

Two hours north of Toronto, is Muskoka, one of Canada’s most coveted summer destinations. Here, crystal-clear lakes, towering pines and generations-old boathouses create a way of life that brings families back year after year. Days are spent boating between waterfront villages, swimming from private docks and savouring long dinners over the sunset.

Jayne’s Luxury Rentals has opened the door to this quintessential Canadian experience through a handpicked portfolio of more than 300 private luxury homes. Combining exceptional properties with personalised concierge service and deep local knowledge, Jayne’s creates seamless stays for those discovering Muskoka for the first time.

Here are four standout properties in the collection:

Bal Harbour

Lake Rosseau, Muskoka: From CAD $22,000 per week

Bal Harbour offers a contemporary take on the classic Muskoka cottage, pairing stylish California-inspired elements with long lake views. The newly built boathouse becomes the natural gathering place throughout the day, with a shaded lounge area on water level inside the boathouse, or above water level on the boathouse deck, a location perfectly suited to sunset cocktails and alfresco dinners.

Inside, the main cottage continues the swank contemporary aesthetic with four beautifully appointed bedrooms and generous entertaining spaces centering around a large original but restored fireplace. Its central Lake Rosseau location also places guests within easy reach of Abbey’s Bakehouse, the Rosseau Farmers’ Market and the JW Marriott’s restaurants and spa.

5 bedrooms | 5 bathrooms | New boathouse | Boathouse Lounge

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The Cottage

Lake Muskoka, Ontario: From CAD $10,000 per week

Fans of Heated Rivalry will know this cottage as the place where Shane and Ilya’s relationship finally reached its satisfying turning point.

Hidden in towering pines, the cottage combines warm timber interiors, natural materials and floor to ceiling windows, dissolving the boundary between indoors and out. Here, life moves at a slower pace, focused on the current moment and feeling. Mornings begin with coffee overlooking the water, afternoons are spent swimming or exploring by boat, and evenings end at the campfire beneath the stars.

There is something about this place that encourages the same feeling of connection experienced by Shane and Ilya. Within nature, removed from everyday life, guests naturally find themselves bonding on a new level. Whether you’re visiting because of the series or simply searching for an authentic and grounding escape, this cottage certainly breeds lasting memories.

3 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms | Waterfront | Heated Rivalry filming location | Sleeps 6

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Old Woman Island

Lake Muskoka, Ontario: From CAD $60,500 per week

Located on its own private island on Lake Muskoka, Old Woman Island is one of the most exclusive compounds in Canada. Rich in beautifully landscaped grounds with enchanting forest paths, private beaches and endless lake views, it is the kind of place where generations gather.

The island estate accommodates up to 32 guests across a collection of matching buildings, including the main cottage, guest cottage, two historic boathouses and a tennis clubhouse. Ways to while away the day are endless, with a tennis court, yoga pavilion, fitness studio, entertainment pavilion, beaches and thousands of feet of shoreline at your fingertips. Despite its unparalleled privacy, mainland and the restaurants and shops of Gravenhurst and Bala are still a short boat ride away.

Old Woman Island embraces a more charming Muskoka aesthetic. Exposed timber, vintage furnishings and timeless craftsmanship create interiors that feel warm, familiar and are deeply rooted in the region’s cottage heritage. It’s more than a place to stay, it’s the full Muskoka experience built for vacations that lives on for generations to come.

14 bedrooms | 10 bathrooms | Private island | Tennis court | Yoga pavilion | Two beaches | Sleeps 32

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One Fine Stay

Lake Joseph, Ontario: From CAD $38,000 per week

Set along the coveted shores of Lake Joseph’s exclusive “Billionaires’ Row,” One Fine Stay is Muskoka at its most elevated. Here, you get the choice between pool or lake, a luxury that’s surprisingly rare in Muskoka.

Light-filled interiors and a sleek, sophisticated aesthetic that never detract from the views beyond the floor-to-ceiling windows. At the heart of the home is the Muskoka Room, a beloved room in any cottage, typically serving as the space that blurs the line between indoors and out. With an electric screen, wood-burning fireplace and oversized sectional, it’s the perfect place to gather after a day on the lake.

With seven bedrooms accommodating up to 20 guests, One Fine Stay is ideal for large family holidays and milestone celebrations. Just minutes from Rocky Crest Resort, it also offers easy access to championship golf, waterfront dining and family activities.

7 bedrooms | 8 bathrooms | Infinity pool & hot tub | Theatre Room | Sleeps 20

Contact the SW team for more information on cottage rentals in Muskoka and Ontario, Canada’s broader Cottage Country. From finding the perfect waterfront retreat to arranging every detail of your stay, Jayne’s Luxury Rentals creates seamless escapes that capture the very best of the Canadian summer.