Title: The Hidden Porch at Sir Sam's (hot tub & sauna) Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire chalet # The Hidden Porch at Sir Sam's (hot tub & sauna) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73350000/73345000/73344980/11768c88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73350000/73345000/73344980/492f6f51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73350000/73345000/73344980/b320cfa6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73350000/73345000/73344980/e837e5fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73350000/73345000/73344980/a299d789.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in a private 2-acre forest, this spacious 3-level retreat offers easy ski-in/ski-out access to Sam's Ski hill and features a hot tub, fire pit, screened gazebo with chimenea & more. Perfect for multiple families or those who want extra space. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Hidden Porch at Sir Sam's (hot tub & sauna) !!!SKI-IN / SKI-OUT LOCATION!!! Spacious 3 level oasis, hidden in a private 2 acre forest, with kitchen and wet bar (basement) 2 living rooms, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, private office, wrap around porch nestled in meticulously landscaped grounds featuring a hot tub, fire pit, screened in gazebo, lounge area with chimenea & more. This property offers easy ski in/ski out access to Sam's Ski hill in the Winter & bike in/bike out in the summer, along with ample hiking trails at your door step. 10min walk to Eagle Lake. ATV & snowmobile trails galore, hundreds of km of cross country ski trails. Fast charging EV station available for our guests! Suitable for multiple families!! Two twin sized cots available for extra sleeping. Main floor - large fully stocked kitchen with counter top bar and seating area, dining area, living room with TV (Netflix, Prime Disney plus, Spotify), full 4ps bathroom, hallway with closet / mud room and a master bedroom. Second floor - 3 bedrooms, full bathroom / laundry Lower level - has a second full kitchen, full bathroom, living room with TV, Xbox one with games and DVDs, bedroom with 2 bunk beds (sleeps 4) as well a mud room / equipment room. PLEASE NOTE: the lower level can be used is a very private space that has its own separate entrance from the outside but also has access to the rest of the house from the inside. Perfect for in-laws or families that like to be together and still have their own space! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Ski - Ski-in/ski-out access ### Pool/Spa - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the accommodation: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower/bathtub combination ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Stereo - TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - On a lake ### Things to do - Kayak - Ski-in/ski-out access ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Electric car charging station - Garden - Property located in a resort ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83300000/83299200/83299195/b63a9783.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Winter getaway, Hot Tub, Sauna, EV Charger Haliburton - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 28 reviews £364 includes taxes & fees 30 Sept - 1 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-30&endDate=2025-10-01&selected=83299195&PinnedHotelID=83299195&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83260000/83253000/83252964/dc36f3cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Deer Hill Cottage on 5 Lake Chain Haliburton - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 7.2 Good 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=83252964&PinnedHotelID=83252964&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1740000/1737300/1737215/808a13ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sir Sam's Inn & Waterspa - Adults Only Dysart et al - On private beach - Pool - Hot tub - Spa 8.2 Very good 295 reviews £110 includes taxes & fees 29 Oct - 30 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=1737215&PinnedHotelID=1737215&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66710000/66700800/66700761/e2fd2f44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### "Dingle Run Lodge" at Sir Sam's (hot tub/sauna) EAGLE - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.6 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=66700761&PinnedHotelID=66700761&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74490000/74487900/74487810/49ac4d6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Silver Maple Motel Dysart et al - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.8 Excellent 178 reviews £105 includes taxes & fees 30 Sept - 1 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-30&endDate=2025-10-01&selected=74487810&PinnedHotelID=74487810&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88010000/88002900/88002844/24bfa261.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### beautiful and private cottage by the water haliburton - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 7.6 Good 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=88002844&PinnedHotelID=88002844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67400000/67392300/67392290/05b08a17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 Waterfront Cottages on same property for 1 price Haliburton - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=67392290&PinnedHotelID=67392290&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113470000/113462300/113462233/35812000.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy A-Frame chalet on the beautiful Kennisis Lake. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 315919 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.12715%2C-78.49163&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=sLlMEZo2FsQP-_6bthR9y8fTEfM=) DYSART ET AL, ON #### What's nearby - Sir Sam's Ski / Ride - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Haliburton Highlands Museum - 19 min drive - 10.6 miles - Haliburton Sculpture Forest - 20 min drive - 11.1 miles - Pinestone Golf Course - 29 min drive - 16.3 miles - Haliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve - 36 min drive - 21.5 miles #### Getting around - Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 77 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Todd's Your Independent Grocer - ‬20 min drive - ‪West Guilford Shopping Centre - ‬12 min drive - ‪Hook Line & Sinker - ‬18 min drive - ‪Kosy Korner - ‬18 min drive - ‪Maple Avenue Tap & Grill - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Hidden Porch at Sir Sam's (hot tub & sauna) pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at The Hidden Porch at Sir Sam's (hot tub & sauna)? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Hidden Porch at Sir Sam's (hot tub & sauna)? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Hidden Porch at Sir Sam's (hot tub & sauna) located? > Located on a lake, this Dysart et al chalet offering ski-in/ski-out access is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Sir Sam's Ski / Ride and within 12 mi (20 km) of Haliburton Sculpture Forest and Head Lake Park. Moon Shadows Estate Winery and Haliburton Highlands Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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