Title: Moon River Cottage Sanctuary With Private Beach in Bala! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 home # Moon River Cottage Sanctuary With Private Beach in Bala! Cottage in Muskoka Lakes with patio and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Moon River Cottage Sanctuary With Private Beach in Bala! ![Exterior - Moon River Cottage Sanctuary With Private Beach in Bala! (MacTier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90990000/90985300/90985228/a78d328e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Moon River Cottage Sanctuary With Private Beach in Bala! (MacTier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90990000/90985300/90985228/87d69539.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - Moon River Cottage Sanctuary With Private Beach in Bala! (MacTier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90990000/90985300/90985228/bf87f147.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Moon River Cottage Sanctuary With Private Beach in Bala! (MacTier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90990000/90985300/90985228/d6fec2c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Moon River Cottage Sanctuary With Private Beach in Bala! (MacTier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90990000/90985300/90985228/9fe7ca71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies On Moon River in Bala, Ontario, Khooneh Moon offers a serene escape. Nestled on over two acres of woodland with waterfront views that stretch across the north side of the peninsula, enjoy cozy nights by the fireplace and peaceful sleeps. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### Moon River Cottage Sanctuary With Private Beach in Bala! Welcome to ‘Khooneh Moon’ on Moon River in Bala, Ontario! On over two acres, a cottage getaway nestled in the woods with breathtaking views! Locate on the north side of a peninsula with a waterfront that gives North, East & West views, including stunning sunsets & the pink skies of golden hour! Walk into the water from the beach, cozy up near the fireplace, play in the large yard, BBQ on the deck, sleep comfortably feeling at home, recuperating & peaceful, yet infinite opportunities to play. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56240000/56239200/56239174/b57a174b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### WATERFRONT COTTAGE in Muskoka Gravenhurst - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 45 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=56239174&PinnedHotelID=56239174&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122910000/122902400/122902302/16ed1f27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historic Walker\`s Point Muskoka School House Gravenhurst - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=122902302&PinnedHotelID=122902302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118710000/118703400/118703343/a1960ba6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Muskoka lakefront,private sand beach ,cosy-family cottage Port Carling - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=118703343&PinnedHotelID=118703343&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95220000/95212500/95212458/6f8911cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Granite Cottage (#17) Muskoka Lakes - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=95212458&PinnedHotelID=95212458&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101520000/101513300/101513227/c67a72c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Birchwood in Bala - Stroll to Town from Your Lake Muskoka Retreat! 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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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ## About the area Muskoka Lakes is home to this cottage. Muskoka Lakes Winery and Lake Joseph Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Muskoka and Hardy Lake Provincial Park. [Visit our Bala travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bala.dx6352608) [View more Cottages in Bala](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bala-Cottages.d6352608-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=45.02943,-79.6453&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:_uzqGbvbeN%3FU%3FU%3FU%3FU%40W%40S%40W%40S%40UBU%40U%40UBUBUBUBSBUBUDSDSBUDSDUDSFQDSDUFQFSFSFQFSFQFQHSFQHQHOHQHQHOHQHOJOHOJOHMJOJMJMJMJMLMJKJMLKJKLKJKLKLILILKLGLKLGNGLILELGNGLGNELENELENCNELCNCNCLCNANANCNAL%3FN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%3FNBN%40N%40N%40LBNBNBLBNDNBLDNDNDLDLFNFLFLDLHNFLFLJLFLJLHLHLJJJLJJJLJJLJJLLJLJLJLJLJNHLJPHLJNHNHPHNHPHPHNHPFPHRFPFPFRFPFRFRFRDRDRFPDRDTDRBTDRDRBTBTBRBTBTBT%40TBT%40T%40T%40R%40V%40R%40V%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FV%3FR%3FV%3FRAVATATATARAVCRATCVCRCTCTCRCTERETCRERETERGRERERGPGRGRGPGRGRGPIPGPIPIPIPININIPINKNINKNINKLKLKNKLKJMLKJKLMJKJMLKJMHMHMJMHMHMHMFOFMHMFMFODMFMDODODMDODOBMBODO%40MBO%40OBO%3FOBM%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMAOAOAOCOAMCOAOEMCOCOEMEOEMEOEMGOEMGMGMIOGMGMIMIMIMKMIMIKKMMKKMKKMKKMMKKKMKOKMKMIOKOIOKOIOIQIOIOIQIQIQGQIQGQGSGSGQGSGSGQESESGSESEUESCSEUESCUCSCUCUCSCWAUASCWASAUAUAUAW%3FS%3FW%3FS%3FW&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CaI0EgBxI7g6Cq7-baHLVEVYsOE=) MacTier, ON ### What's nearby - ![Two adirondack wooden chairs on dock facing a blue lake with clouds reflections](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6352605/3dda65cb-7dbe-4dc7-8469-d9cb3a7e7efb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Muskoka 12 min drive \- 5.0 miles - ![A channel on Lake Joseph, Ontario, on a bright summer's day.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976196883/d60417e9-6bd9-4958-8e2f-0b9730352e8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Joseph 18 min drive \- 11.1 miles - ![Lake Muskoka Chair...spotted some of these nice chairs all around, and this one provided a very relaxing stop while hiking the parameter of a small part of this huge lovely lake. #greatoutdoors](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6216325/94e70eed-bc28-4f11-862f-be3d7828e68a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hardy Lake Provincial Park 19 min drive \- 10.6 miles - Bala's Museum 12 min drive \- 4.8 miles - Muskoka Lakes Winery 15 min drive \- 7.2 miles ### Getting around - Gravenhurst Station 36 min drive - Muskoka, ON (YQA) 49 min drive ### Restaurants - Clear Lake Brewing Co 17 min drive - Don's Bakery 12 min drive - Hook and Ladder 11 min drive - Bala Falls Pub 12 min drive - Water's Edge Wine Bar & Grill 28 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Moon River Cottage Sanctuary With Private Beach in Bala! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Moon River Cottage Sanctuary With Private Beach in Bala!? ### What time is check-in at Moon River Cottage Sanctuary With Private Beach in Bala!? ### What time is check-out at Moon River Cottage Sanctuary With Private Beach in Bala!? ### Where is Moon River Cottage Sanctuary With Private Beach in Bala! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Moon River Cottage Sanctuary With Private Beach in Bala! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine D. 2 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A wonderful spacious cottage! We had an amazing weekend staying at this cottage as a family. The house was spacious, had everything we needed and was really clean. The upstairs bathroom was particularly lovely and had a nice bathtub and bath/shower products. We spent a lot of time sitting on the big dock and swimming in the lake, and also made use of the 2 stand-up paddle boards. They had beach towels, water shoes and some life jackets which is super nice. The lawn at the back is huge and a nice spot to play soccer or something. The sauna was also SO nice and nicely built and easy to use. The only downside was that the basement smelled musty/mildewy and one of the bedrooms is located down there so if you're sensitive to those kinds of scents something to be mindful of. Overall a very dreamy beautiful home and we wish we could've stayed longer! The nearby town (Bala) is also really cute. ##### Catherine D. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teagan W. 31 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Host was super nice & welcoming!!!! Cottage was clean & great location ##### Teagan W. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Artur G. 3 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Thanks for the great trip! The location was perfect. We had no issues communicating with the host about any questions leading up to the trip, and while we were there. They provided a lot of the essentials we needed for the weekend. We will be back soon! Thanks ##### Artur G. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kirstie O. 14 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Moon river getaway My girlfriends and I had an amazing stay. Property was beautifully kept and had everything we needed and more! We loved every minute of it! ##### Kirstie O. 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