Jayne's Cottages

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Jayne Nominated for RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award

Jayne’s Cottages is thrilled to congratulate our captain, Jayne McCaw, on her nomination by RBC for a Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award 2018 presented by Women in Leadership. The RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award is a premier national awards program that celebrates the achievements of the most successful women in different…

Misty rain-soaked road through a forest in Muskoka, representing rainy day activities from Jayne's Luxury Rentals

Rainy day activities in Muskoka

Enjoy Muskoka even if the day turns grey! Rain, rain go away, come again another day… or don’t. There are few things worse than settling into a beautiful cottage with your family for a long-awaited vacation, and as you’re going over all the fun activities on the horizon, someone chimes in:…

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Jayne’s Cottages Concierge

You’ve found the perfect spot, so now what? Imagine you’ve found your perfect summer hideaway.  You’ve packed up all the kids or carted your extended family down to Muskoka and are finally settling in at your rental. On the drive down you pass numerous water sports facilities, see boats cruising the…

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What Are Guests Saying About Jayne’s Cottages?

Last summer Jayne’s Cottages facilitated over 300 cottage rentals in the Muskoka area alone. Here’s how a few of our guests described their experience! “It was our first time renting a cottage in Muskoka, Jayne was extremely helpful through the entire process. She always responded to my emails and inquiries immediately…

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Jayne’s Cottages in Scottish Sunday Paper

According to “The Sunday”, a weekly paper in Scotland, Canada is among the top destinations worldwide for Scot’s’ to vacation. The article went on to lend an affectionate nod to the Muskoka region, and to Jayne’s Cottages respectively.

Cozy cottage living room with a warm fireplace and Canadian-themed decor, illustrating Jayne's Luxury Rentals' blog on fresh decorating tips

Ten fresh decorating tips for your cottage

Make your vacation spot more appealing to renters with these simple updates. Toronto Star, Tuesday March 7, 2017

Iconic view of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben in London at dusk, celebrating Jayne's Cottages' recognition by the London Times

London Times Names Jayne’s Cottages #4 Holiday in Canada

Lakes and mountains, cool city breaks, and where to spot the bears — the top adventures to book now Aaron Millar February 25 2017, 12:01am, The Times  

Mystical Bluff Cozy cottage interior with expansive windows revealing a snowy landscape, symbolizing winter preparedness by Jayne's Luxury Rentals

Closing the Cottage for the Winter

Sad that the cottage season is over? Us too. Don’t carry any stress into the winter season by making sure your cottage paradise is safely guarded against the Canadian winter. Ensure you’ve followed the steps below so you can enjoy your cottage to the fullest next summer season!

Panoramic view of a peaceful lakefront with seating arranged on the dock, exemplifying ideal summer cottage settings - Jayne's Luxury Rentals

11 Tips to Find the Perfect Summer Cottage

Summer is coming! Jayne weighs in on how to find the perfect cottage for you and your family. 1. Well Water Or Lake Water? First of all, well water does not mean you will be pumping your water directly out of a well. Many cottage owners prefer to have water…

Serene Muskoka lake view with gazebo and boathouse, frequented by celebrities during summer - Jayne's Luxury Rentals.

Celebrities Who Summer in Muskoka

  Martin Short, Lake Rosseau