Property Details
Lake Muskoka teaser! Classic well-crafted cottage from Elmo Starr, a well-known Muskoka builder. Private and set back from water on 1.8 acres. Perennial gardens and granite walkways. Boathouse with bar, beach and sauna!
FOREMAN'S FINEST
AREA
Foreman's Finest cottage is facing southeast on the north end of Lake Muskoka. Ideally located, 5 minutes to Port Carling, 10 min to Bala.
PROPERTY
FOREMAN'S FINEST with it's very private location, beautifully-landscaped yet there is a natural Muskoka environment feel. With dramatic rock outcroppings, towering trees, a shoreline that has sand pockets and a Canadian shield sloping granite rock into the shore. Large gracious classic cottage with top quality finishes and details. 1 covered slip with living accommodations, a second external slip, deep water and shallow beach area.
INTERIOR
This custom build has a 25 x 19 great room with large wood burning fireplace, large seating area including comfortable window seat and dining room table to seat 12.
Kitchen contains commercial Ultraline side-by-side full fridge/freezer and 6 burner stove. Two main floor bedrooms. The primary bedroom wing is on one side of the house from the Great Room, King Bedroom with sink and bathroom with double sinks, shower and claw tub.
To the other side of the great room is the Queen bedroom, main floor bath with shower, reading room, screened-in patio with BBQ. Extending from the lakeside of the Great Room is the white-washed Muskoka Room screened in porch with rattan chairs for shaded lakeside viewing. The Reading Room and Muskoka Room are also adjacent to the log paneled Games Room with billiards, poker games table and more seating.
The upper level consists of 3 other bedrooms, a Queen bedroom and 2 bedrooms with a Queen and single bed. There is also a large bathroom with 2 sinks and glassed in shower. Lower level consists of Queen bedroom and wine cellar.
The loft also has two twin beds.
BOATHOUSE
Main floor of boathouse has 1 covered slip available, 6 outdoor stools against boathouse open bar area, indoor kitchen with drink fridge, Keurig coffee maker, sink and dishwasher and bathroom with shower.
Upper boathouse has a newly created gym with a twin Murphy bed with compact kitchen (sink, fridge) with TV. Front walk-out deck overlooking the lake, Queen bedroom and 2-piece bathroom. New waterside wood burning sauna!
BEDROOMS | BATHROOM
MAIN LEVEL
Bedroom 1 - King (Primary) with ensuite
Bathroom 1 - 5-piece ensuite with double vanity, standalone shower, and tub
Bedroom 2 - Queen
UPPER LEVEL
Bedroom 3- Queen and Twin
Bedroom 4- Queen and Twin
Bedroom 5 - Queen
Bathroom 3 - 4-piece bath
BOATHOUSE
Bedroom 6 - Queen
Bathroom 4 - 3-piece bath with stand-alone shower (Lower Boathouse)
Bathroom 5 - 2-piece bath (Upper Boathouse)
Open area has a Twin sized Murphy Bed
NOTABLE COTTAGE FEATURES
Large boathouse deck, dock with Bar
Gym
Beautiful landscaping with flagstone steps and well-manicured gardens and paths among outdoor sitting areas
Beach
Billiards Table
Boathouse BBQ
Foosball Table
Wood-Burning Sauna
Treadmill
2 Tesla Charger
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Fire pit
Paddle Boat
Kayak
Canoe
SUP
INCLUSIONS/EXCLUSIONS
This cottage is equipped with satellite, WiFi, air conditioning and a generator
This cottage participates in Jayne's White Linen Program
The boathouse is equipped with air conditioning
This rental includes 10 hours of midweek housekeeping during peak season rentals
Boathouses, Bunkies and 3 Season Muskoka Rooms not habitable from Thanksgiving-Victoria Day Weekend
Outdoor furniture is not out from Thanksgiving-Victoria Day Weekend
Water toys are not available Thanksgiving-Victoria Day due to safety concerns
PARKING
6 cars
1 Tesla Charger
COTTAGE RULES
Maximum 14 guests
Non-smoking cottage
Pets allowed, must sign Pet Waiver
Check-in time 4:00 pm
Check-out time 10:00 am
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Sleeping Arrangements
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 7
2 Single Beds
Availability
Location
1379 Foreman Road
Muskoka Lakes, Ontario
Policies
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy by Agency -
If the Cottage Property is for any reason not rentable prior to commencement of the Rental Period then the Guest Agreement will be null and void and all Advance Deposits will be refunded to the Guest’s credit card within 7 days of cancellation. No additional refund or damages will be paid to the Guest or Guests.
Cancellation Policy by Guest -
Guest may cancel the agreement before150 days prior to the start of the rental period, the deposit will be returned less a fee of $2000 per week of reservation if rental is under $20,000 per week. For rentals at $20,000 and over, the cancellation fee is $4000/week of rental. If the Guest cancels the agreement 61 to 149 days prior to the start of the rental all deposits will be forfeited. If the Guest cancels the agreement less than 60 days before the start of the rental agreement the Guest is responsible for the full amount of the rent and is not entitled to any refund.
Cancellation Policy on Concierge Services - Full refund on deposits made 31 days or more prior to arrival. For cancellation of concierge service for arrivals less than 31 days away, all deposits will be forfeited.
Deposit Policy
Deposit Policy - 50% of Rental Amount is due at time of booking. If your rental's arrival date is greater than 6 months, the 25% is due upon booking and 25% is due 6 months prior to the commencement of the rental. Balance of payment is due 60 days prior to arrival. Please note that there is a $250 penalty associated with late payment of the balance between 59-46 days prior to the commencement of the rental that will be charged to your credit card. At 45 days prior to the rental, Jayne's Cottages is entitled to treat the booking as cancelled as per below.
Jayne's Cottages is entitled to treat the booking of any Guest as cancelled in the event that: a) the Guest gives written notification of cancellation; b) the Guest fails to pay the full deposit due or the balance of rent by the time specified above. In the event that the booking is so cancelled, Jayne's Cottages may re-book the property for the period concerned or for part of that period.
LAST MINUTE BOOKINGS
Bookings made within 24 hours of arrival will be charged an additional $1000 Booking Fee.
Bookings made within 48 hours of arrival will be charged a $500 Booking Fee.
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Rate varies due to seasonality and holidays.
Please select your dates on our online booking calendar and use the booking engine for an exact quote. Additional Fees may include, but are not limited to, Turnover Clean, Taxes, Security Deposit and other Optional Services to enhance your stay.
1 Guest Reviews
"Wonderful"
A wonderful vacation choice.