Kawartha Lakes

Family and pet friendly vacation home on Greens Lake in the Kawarthas near Catchacoma features a gradually deepening sand bottomed swimming area, safe for children, and a pinball gallery in the rec room. It also includes a row boat, canoe and paddle boat and a large dock for sunning and swimming. The large property allows sufficient privacy and lots of area to play and has a firepit overlooking the lake. Large decks run across the front and down one side on both upper and lower levels accessed by sliding glass doors. Indoor activities include more than 100 movies, lots of books and puzzles. This 3 bedroom - plus extra sleeping facilities - 2 bathroom cottage can accommodate 8 people comfortably. 2 ¼ hr. drive from Toronto, it is available from April (for the fishermen) to mid October.

Winter charms include access to trails, skating on the lake, spacious indoors, Lovely large kitchen big enough for several cooks. Warm summer days, a sandy beach and play area, and a lake to cool down in - what more could you ask for? How about 5 bedrooms, a jacuzzi, and a hammock to lay down in by the water. Buckhorn Reflections is a place to unwind in comfort. This modern vacation home has hardwood and tile flooring and lots of windows. Watch boats passing by on the Trent Severn Waterway or bring your boat and go for a day trip yourself. Love fishing? Catch big bass right off the dock or take out the maritime untippable rowboat to fish muskie, perch, bluegill and pickerel. And best of all the westerly exposure means there is a slight breeze keeping the bugs away and glorious sunsets come evening.

Overlooking the private, peaceful Oak Lake, a large wooden bear keeps watch. View the lake from the balcony or from the shoreline deck lounging in a Muskoka chair. Cedar and flagstone steps take you down to the waterfront. Wade into 3 feet of water and plunge in. Take out the paddleboat or aluminum fishing boat with oars. The cottage has a large open living/dining area with hardwood floors and tasteful décor, well equipped kitchen, ground floor bath and cedar stairs to a dramatic loft. Large windows allow a lovely, unobstructed view and natural lighting.

Enter the spacious living/dining room – tall windows to the cathedral ceiling and lovely windows throughout plus a fully equipped kitchen area. Continue out to the screened sunroom or to the large deck overlooking the lake. A large back lawn leads down to the easy access sand beach. Drive through little scenic villages to Peterborough, only ½ hour away, enjoy live music in the park, theatre, great restaurants, and fun shopping. At nightfall sit by the lake and enjoy the sunset and the gentle lapping of waves stirred up by the evening breeze.

Fully equipped housekeeping cottages, linens included. Cottage 2 is the beach front choice. Pet-free

overlooking the lake and sleeping 8, this cottage is perfect for 2 families. Three piece bath - 4 bedrooms with double beds, full size kitchen and eating area with beautiful view. Oversized livingroom allows lots of space for family activities. Big deck offers a great view of the lake. No pets allowed

This is as close to heaven as a cosy cottage on a lovely waterfront property can be. Take the paddle boat out or swim to a rock island 300 feet from shore. Bring your boat for great cruising on a large long lake or for the fishing the lake is famous for. Soak in a deep clawfoot tub and settle in air conditioned comfort on a comfortable couch with a view of the lake. Four TVs each have satellite reception including one in the Bunkie. Only 5 minutes from Buckhorn with its summertown facilities and many events.

Swim off the dock in the sparkling water, then sunbathe or relax on the large private wooden deck. You can curl up with a book in the screened veranda, or in front of the cozy fireplace in the main room. The bright kitchen is well-equipped, attractive, and big enough to share with your sous chef. After dinner, watch the setting sun through the large west-facing windows of the main room or from a bench by the water. Just across the road, a large landholding with wooded walking trails and a tennis court is shared with other cottagers in the area.

The perfect family get-away on beautiful Balsam Lake has toys for everyone – a paddle boat, canoe, floating dock, water slide, trampoline, a child’s play house, kids’ climber, and a hot tub. There’s even a dog run. This roomy, attractive cottage is modern, comfortable and decorated playfully, both inside and out. A large, modern kitchen makes for pleasant meal preparation, and you can choose to eat in a screened porch, a formal dining room, at the kitchen table, or at a picnic table overlooking the lake. As evening comes on gather around the campfire and listen to the gentle lapping of waves. This is the perfect place for an extended family or 2 families with children. Winter fun includes cross country skiing, skating on Balsam Lake, tobogganing in nearby Coboconk. Snowmobile trails run from the lake and connect with feeder trails that take you from Port Perry to Haliburton. Rosedale, 5 minutes away has a choice of restaurants for an evening out.Sir Sam's ski hill is 45 minutes north-east or Devil's Elbow is closer to the south.

This lovely traditional cottage is located on a point of land with a boat launch to the lake right from the property. The launch also provides easy access for younger swimmers, gradually deepening. Included are an aluminum boat with oars, canoe and a paddleboat.The land is well-treed with flat areas and a gradual slope to the water’s edge. Have a bonfire out on the point under the stars. Lots of land for a child’s play and discovery. The cottage accommodates six people comfortably with two bedrooms and a pullout in the sunporch. A charming outdoor shower is a lovely way to start or end your day. The parking area at the top of the driveway holds 3 cars easily. Discover Pine Tree Point and make it your summer get away. Available from the first warm days of May for the Spring fishing season.

This lovely retreat will be the perfect choice for fishermen and couples wanting a few quiet days on the lake - an ample dock, a 7.5 hp. aluminum boat and 250’ feet of waterfront – all the right ingredients. Fish in the bay on the back side of the property or any of the many bays of Kasshabog. This property gets sun all day, a nice flat front lawn is a great spot to play bocce or croquet. Rest in the 3 person swing overlooking the lake. Jump off the dock to swim or wade in at the small shallow lagoon – a fun place for little children to play. And in the evening bring out the games to play on the large dinner table with a view of the moon rising over the water. Available in the Spring and Fall and weekdays only – these owners couldn’t give up any time away. You will want to be there often too. Available Mon-Fri Spring and Fall; Not available in summer; Weekends may be available on request.

Just 1/2 hour from Devil’s Elbow Ski Hills, and 1 hour from Toronto visit William’s Point Chalet on Scugog Lake. Floor to ceiling leaded glass windows grace the entrance of the cottage. Step into an open interior flooded with daylight with hardwood floors and a modern kitchen. A cozy loft looks like an inviting hideaway. Meander across the road to the neighbourhood park on the water with swings and slides and cool shade trees or to the cottage’s shared waterfront access. The backyard opens to a green field. Go for a walk or ski right out the back door. Spend a day on the slopes and return to the warmth and beauty of your private chalet.

Great for ice fishing, snowmobiling, skating, cross country skiing and snowshoeing. . Plan a day to go downhill skiing. Snow Valley and Horseshoe Valley ski areas are less than 1 hour away. Southview cottage on Lake Simcoe has the best of two worlds – right on the lake – with shopping and entertainment not far away. Casinorama, 15 minutes from here, has shows every night with top name performers. A gas fireplace makes the living area a cosy spot on a cool evening. Gleaming hardwood floors, high white ceilings and large windows let light and sun indoors. This winter, snowmobiling and ice fishing are just 2 of the activities you can enjoy. OFSC District 8. In Summer, the wave polished pebble natural beach is ideal for children or adults. The large sunny yard with a few good shade trees is big enough for a game of volleyball. Bring your boat, the fishing is fine. Boat to romantic waterfront dining.