We’re excited to share that the cottage featured in Heated Rivalry is now available to book on Airbnb, with dates open from today, June 1st, through early January 2027!
Over the past few months, we’ve heard from countless fans wondering if there will be another opportunity to book the cottage. The answer is yes!
Nestled on Lake Muskoka near the charming lakeside town of Bala in Muskoka, Ontario, the cottage served as the setting for some of Shane and Ilya’s most memorable moments. Surrounded by towering pines and calm water, it’s easy to understand why this place became such an important part of their story.
But what many fans may not realize is that the cottage represented something uniquely Canadian long before it became known through Heated Rivalry.
More than Just a Cottage
In Canada, particularly in Ontario, “going to the cottage” is a tradition that’s woven into family life.
For generations, weeks at the lake have meant early morning coffees on the dock, afternoons spent swimming or boating, evenings around a fire, and long conversations that somehow happen more easily when you’re away from the distractions of everyday life.
Cottages are a place where kids grow up, families reconnect, friendships deepen, and sometimes, where people fall in love. They’re often passed down through generations and filled with memories that span decades.
That’s what made the cottage in Heated Rivalry feel so authentic to many Canadian readers.
Why Being invited to the cottage matters
One detail that often surprises international fans is the significance of being invited to someone’s cottage.
A cottage isn’t just another vacation property. For many families, it’s a deeply personal place tied to traditions, memories, and the people they love most.
Inviting someone to spend time there is often a meaningful gesture. It says, “I want you to be part of this.”
That’s part of what made the cottage such a fitting setting for Shane and Ilya’s relationship. It wasn’t simply a beautiful backdrop. It was a place where they could escape expectations, let their guard down, and spend time together away from the rest of the world.
Book the Heated Rivalry Cottage on Airbnb
We’re incredibly grateful that Heated Rivalry introduced so many people around the world to this special property and to the broader Canadian tradition of cottaging.
Now, fans have the opportunity to experience it themselves.
The Heated Rivalry cottage is now available to book on Airbnb, with availability through early January 2027.
We look forward to welcoming guests and fans alike and sharing a small piece of what makes cottage life in Muskoka so special.
