This four seasons cottage is our special place where our family continues to build memories year-round, but when we’re not there we are happy to share it with others who would like to experience the beauty of Mazinaw Lake.

There are 3 bedrooms: two with queen beds, and one with a single-over-queen bunk. We also have a spare single mattress and a spare crib mattress that can be put on the floor (we find those useful for kids who want to sleep in parents’ rooms).

There is one bathroom with an accessible shower, and the kitchen is fully equipped with a fridge, stove, microwave, and dishwasher. There is a washer & dryer behind the living area; please note that the washing machine cannot be used in the winter, neither can the bathroom sink (until we find a way to insulate those pipes). There are a few baseboard heaters that keep the place from freezing, but the main source of heat when visiting in cold weather is the wood stove (wood provided). It makes the cottage toasty-warm and provides beautiful ambiance, but please be mindful of fire safety and proper operation when using it! Ask if unsure :)

The space is lovely, open & bright with vaulted ceilings and huge windows. Being South-facing, it is flooded in lovey sunlight all day. The lake is visible from most rooms, with trees creating a bit of privacy from any passing boats.

We have a shelf full of toys for younger children, and a cupboard with board games. While the cottage is child-friendly it is not child-proofed, so remember to keep an eye on your little ones! There is a wall-mounted smart TV and Starlink internet keeps the cottage connected for streaming movies on rainy days or working remotely.

Outside the yard is large and has a feeling of privacy, which is helped by being the last cottage on the road. We do have neighbours nearby, though, so we ask that you are respectful of their privacy and keep the noise down especially in the evenings/night time. This is a small, quiet, family-friendly bay and not an appropriate place for parties.

Now to the best part… the lake! There is one flight of steps to get to the water, and we have a large dock for you to spend your day lying in the sun. We regularly have wildlife visiting us by the waterfront - if you’re lucky, you might spot a heron or the bay’s resident loon. We have two kayaks, a canoe, and a rowboat for your use (life jackets mandatory). You can paddle around the bay or out into the lake and down through The Narrows to see the awe-inspiring Mazinaw Rock. There is a water-access trail (from a dock on the East side of the Narrows) that you can hike up to a lookout on top of the cliffs for breathtaking views. You can pull ashore at Bon Echo provincial park where there are multiple beaches and miles of hiking trails, or use our park pass to drive over. There are also canoe portage routes around the lake that connect to other nearby lakes providing outdoor enthusiasts with unlimited opportunities to explore. Back at the cottage our waterfront is a mix of sand & rocks, and about knee-deep at the shore. The water is crystal clear and quickly gets deep enough for swimming.

To note: when paddling around the lake please avoid weed patches as there is an invasive species (Eurasian Milfoil) in some areas that we don’t want to spread anywhere else! If you bring your own kayak/canoe, you must make sure it is washed off before putting it in the lake to avoid the possible introduction of any other invasive species. This is proper etiquette at any lake :)

We hope you enjoy your time at our much-loved family cottage. Whether you chose to go paddling around the lake, swimming off the dock, walking along the lane, hiking in the park, or just curling up by the fire with a good book, we are sure you will feel the magic of this space and make memories to last a lifetime.