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Stay Information
- Summer WeekFromJun 14-July 19 & Aug 11-Sep 9C$15,345 /Summer Week
- Super Peak WeekFromJul 19-Aug 11 C$16,512 /Super Peak Week
Property Details
Beautiful Lake Joseph Island Cottage + Boathouse. Let the kids wade in the shallow sandy water or swim off the dock. 5 bdrm, 4 bath, 2 kayaks, 2 SUPs! True island family Muskoka getaway! Firepit!
PLAYFAIR ISLAND
AREA
Playfair Island with its beautiful forests and pristine water is located on Muskoka's prestigious Lake Joseph, one of the three big lakes in Muskoka. Conveniently located to enjoy the Muskoka area by boat, with access to lakes Rosseau and through the Port Carling locks to Lake Muskoka. A short 5-minute boat ride to Gordon Bay Marine to your mainland parking point and 20 minutes drive or boat ride to Port Carling for local shopping, high-end dining, and the Port Carling farmers market.
PROPERTY
PLAYFAIR ISLAND's main cottage is surrounded by towering trees, giving you beautiful lake views and privacy with a gradual walk down steps to the boathouse and waterfront. It is an ideal landscape for guests of all ages to enjoy with ease. The property has 492' of waterfront, multiple outdoor seating areas at the boathouse dock to lounge and catch the sun throughout the day. Off the main floor of the cottage is the wrap-around cottage deck. From the lower level, walk out to the stone encased fire-pit with surrounding chairs. The dock features ample seating for the whole group to assemble and enjoy the all-day sun, including an outdoor living room set and umbrella on the upper-level boathouse deck, as well as a bbq, four Muskoka chairs and two loungers at the dock's edge. The 2-slip boathouse includes an upper-level kitchenette with a sink, mini-fridge, wine fridge, and portable electric burner, providing easy access to snacks and drinks throughout the day. Perfect swimming conditions with a sandy walk-in at the beach and deep water at the end of the dock.
INTERIOR
MAIN COTTAGE
KITCHEN
Features fresh bright cabinetry, island breakfast bar, and stainless appliances
DINING ROOM
Dining room table seats 8
GREAT ROOM
Sofa, loveseat, leather chairs, wood-burning fireplace
BOATHOUSE
Kitchenette with mini-fridge, wine fridge, sink and a high efficiency wood fireplace. The lower level of boathouse contains a sauna
BEDROOMS | BATHROOMS
MAIN COTTAGE
MAIN FLOOR
Bedroom 1 - King (Primary)
Bathroom 1 - 4-piece ensuite with stand-alone shower and jacuzzi tub
Bedroom 2 - Queen
Bathroom 2 - 3-piece bath with stand-alone shower
Bedroom 3 - 2 Twins
Bathroom 3 - 3-piece bath with stand-alone shower
BOATHOUSE
Bedroom 4 - King
Bedroom 5 - Queen
Bathroom 4 - 4-piece bath with tub
NOTABLE COTTAGE FEATURES
East Exposure with Sunrises
Outdoor upper and lower level seating areas at the boathouse
2 Wood-burning Fireplaces
Sandy shallow walk-in area
Deep water off dock
Sauna
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
2 Kayaks
2 SUPs
Firepit
Badminton Set
INCLUSIONS / EXCLUSIONS
This cottage is equipped with Roku Player and wifi
This cottage is not equipped with satellite, air conditioning or a generator
This cottage participates in Jayne's White Linen Program
Please note that this property is located on an island with no vehicle access. If you require a boat rental please contact our concierge team.
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
One mainland parking spot at Gordon Bay Marine
COTTAGE RULES
Maximum 10 guests
Non-smoking cottage
Pets considered, 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
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Availability
Location
Playfair Island
Port Carling, 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
"Invaluable"
Renting on an island for the first time. Jayne’s Cottages made the transfers seamless checking in and out. We were delighted with our cottage and boathouse and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Jayne’s guidance on which cottage would be the best fit for us was invaluable.