Title: Lakeside Escape: Cozy Family Cottage Retreat 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 # Lakeside Escape: Cozy Family Cottage Retreat Cottage in Tay with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Lakeside Escape: Cozy Family Cottage Retreat ![Property grounds - Lakeside Escape: Cozy Family Cottage Retreat (Victoria Harbour)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116890000/116887300/116887249/73cd74ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library - Lakeside Escape: Cozy Family Cottage Retreat (Victoria Harbour)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116890000/116887300/116887249/e0701052.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sun-loungers - Lakeside Escape: Cozy Family Cottage Retreat (Victoria Harbour)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116890000/116887300/116887249/16b61f0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Lakeside Escape: Cozy Family Cottage Retreat (Victoria Harbour)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116890000/116887300/116887249/6b4e8176.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Lakeside Escape: Cozy Family Cottage Retreat (Victoria Harbour)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116890000/116887300/116887249/192c15c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a firepit, a garden and a playground at Lakeside Escape: Cozy Family Cottage Retreat. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 6.8 ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - 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. ### Lakeside Escape: Cozy Family Cottage Retreat Modern Rustic Cottage Retreat – Nature, Comfort & Relaxation Welcome to your perfect escape—this beautifully updated cottage blends rustic charm with modern comforts, offering a peaceful getaway surrounded by trees, fresh air, and serenity. 🛏️ Sleeps 8 | 🛁 3 Bathrooms | Lake Front | 🔥 Firepit Just 90 minutes from Toronto, this cottage is ideal for families, couples, or small groups looking to unplug and unwind. ✨ Highlights: • Stylish open-concept living space with wood accents and cozy furnishings • Fully equipped kitchen with everything you need for easy meals • Comfortable bedrooms with quality linens and calming décor • Large outdoor deck—perfect for morning coffee or sunset drinks • Firepit area for evenings under the stars • Fast WiFi + smart TV for cozy movie nights or remote work 🌿 The Experience Whether you're curling up with a book by the window, exploring nearby hiking trails, or enjoying a glass of wine by the fire, this is a place to slow down and recharge. 📍 Located in Victoria Harbour, near Midland, Ontario a popular destination, highly desirable area, close to trails, shops, beach, Book your escape today and experience cottage life at its best! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 3 steps to reach entrance - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request ### Things to do - Boat - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Composting - Double-glazed windows - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100840000/100839300/100839271/75d38b58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Terrific cottage at the lakeside, relax and cozy. 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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 This property accepts cash 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=44.765415,-79.753204&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7DbgpGnxweN%3FS%3FW%40S%3FW%40U%3FU%40U%40UBU%40S%40UBWBSBU%40UBSDUBSDUBSDSDUDSDSDSFSDSFSDQFSFQFSHQFSFQHQHOFQHQHOHQHOJOHOJOHOJOJMJMJOHMLMJKJMLKJMLKJKLILKLKLIJGLKNGLILILENILGLGNELENELENELENCNCLCNCNCNANALCN%3FNAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%40N%3FLBN%40N%40NBNBLBNBNBLDNDNDLDLDNDLFNFLHLDLHNHLFLJJFLHLJLJLHJJLJJLLJJLJJLLHLJNLLHLJNHNJNHNJNHNHPHNHPFPHNHPFPFRHPFRFPFRDPFRFRDRDRDRDRDTDRBRDTBRDTBRBT%40TBRBV%40TBR%40V%40R%40T%3FT%40T%40V%3FR%3FV%3FR%3FT%3FV%3FRAVAR%3FVARATAVCRATCTCTATCRCTETCRERCTERETERERERERGRGREPGRGPGRIPGPGRIPINGPIPININIPKNINKNINKLINMLKNIJMLKLKJMLKJMJKJMJMJMHMJKFMJMFOHMFMFMHODMFODMFMDODODMDOBOBMBOBOBO%40O%40M%40O%40O%40O%3FM%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FOAOAMAOAOAOCOCMCOCOCMEOEMEOEMGOEMGMEOIMGMGMIOGMKKGMKMIMKMKKKMKKKMMKKKMMMIKKOKMKOKMIOKOIOKOIQIOIOIQGQIOIQGSGQIQGSGQGSEQGSESGSESESESEUESCUESCSEUCUASCUCUCUAUASCUAWAS%3FWAS%3FWAS%3FW%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=w_G1y9kkqNPYS62vq8ncLKnEi3c=) Victoria Harbour, ON #### What's nearby - Waubaushene Beaches Provincial Park \- 9 min drive \- 5.9 miles - Martyrs' Shrine \- 11 min drive \- 7.0 miles - Sainte-Marie among the Hurons \- 12 min drive \- 7.2 miles - Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre \- 12 min drive \- 7.5 miles - Little Lake Park \- 14 min drive \- 9.7 miles #### Getting around - Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 65 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬12 min drive - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬18 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬14 min drive - ‪Mom's Restaurant - ‬13 min drive - ‪Chuck’s Roadhouse Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lakeside Escape: Cozy Family Cottage Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Lakeside Escape: Cozy Family Cottage Retreat? ### What time is check-in at Lakeside Escape: Cozy Family Cottage Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Lakeside Escape: Cozy Family Cottage Retreat? ### Where is Lakeside Escape: Cozy Family Cottage Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lakeside Escape: Cozy Family Cottage Retreat Reviews ## Reviews 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 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 4.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Sharron M. 14 Aug 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness Great location, great view, ample amount of space, owner was extremely friendly and helpful, could use a bit of maintenance especially on the upper deck, and bathrooms were not cleaned, other than that a great place to stay. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/310877b9-a75f-46e0-a626-4ba37215ff29-1755176883815.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/37b04fec-4f8b-45a8-8f23-18e611261df9-1755176884864.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/bc836c33-a08e-4e78-a64c-df66f92432a2-1755176885441.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9442d2b1-b1c4-41f9-9c84-ba8c8f969099-1755176885679.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Sharron M. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Marylu K. 22 Nov 2025 ##### Marylu K. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MATTHEW S. 29 Sept 2025 ##### MATTHEW S. Stayed 35 nights in Aug 2025