Miskwabi Lake House - Five Bedroom Cottage, Sleeps 10

Nestled in the heart of the Haliburton Highlands, this delightful family cottage is built in an elegant prow-fronted style. With an expansive outlook over Miskwabi Lake, you’ll enjoy pristine water for swimming and watersports as well as the tranquil location.
The main level of this Haliburton cottage rental offers an open-plan kitchen and dining area with soaring ceilings over the great room and an expanse of windows overlooking the lake. A spacious screened Haliburton room is a great spot for an evening aperitif or a game of cards, and has a door onto the deck which stretches across the full frontage of the cottage and welcomes outdoor dining and lounging.
Two bedrooms are on this level with the master having an ensuite, and a separate family bathroom off the hallway.
The loft, overlooking the great room has two more spacious bedrooms and a third bathroom, while the lower level boasts a large family room with fireplace, pool table, comfortable furniture and entertainment area.
The fifth bedroom (queen) is on this floor with another family bathroom.
This extensive accommodation would suit a multi-generational family or two families vacationing together giving everyone space and privacy.
Outside, a set of stairs leads to the lake and the dock from where you can swim in deep and clear water.
The village of Haliburton is 25 minutes from the cottage and has everything you’ll need to keep your vacation kitchen fully stocked.







Inside the Cottage

Total guests 10 (including all children)
5 bedrooms (3 queen, 1 queen w single bunk over, 1 with 2 x twin beds)
4 bathrooms (3-pc ensuite w tub, 3-pc semi-ensuite w shower, 3-pc w shower, 4-pc w tub & shower over)
Dining area with seating for 8
Fully-equipped kitchen with dishwasher - 2 additional full-size fridges available
Living room with fireplace
Screened-in Haliburton room
Washer/dryer
Central A/C
3 Smart LS TVs with Bell satellite service
Unlimited Wi-Fi
Pool table, Board games

Outside the Cottage

Deck & dock
Canoe, 2 kayaks & 2 SUPs, 5+ assorted life jackets
Outdoor furniture including dining set
2 Propane BBQs (one at waterfront and one on upper deck)
Firepit with seating





Things you need to know:


This cottage has a valid STR license with the Municipality of Dysart et al; STR-24-00032, which allows for no more than 10 guests to be on the property at any given time during your stay. The Municipality requires rental guests sign a Rental Guest Code of Conduct. It will be sent to you upon booking for electronic signature.
Linens and indoor towels are provided only for weekly rentals; please bring your own outdoor towels
A post-rental cleaning service is provided; however; the departure checklist must be completed
Garbage and recycling removal is required
Up to 2 well-behaved dogs are welcome. Fixed and declawed cats also permitted, but pool table must be covered at all times when not in use.
Please note that, according to the municipality’s bylaws, all dogs must be leashed or tethered on the property when outside. Dogs are not permitted to roam leash-free.
Watercraft are available seasonally when conditions allow (typically Victoria Day to Thanksgiving, depending on water levels, safety, and weather); refunds will not be provided if conditions prevent use.




Waterfront
The waterfront features both shallow entry from the shoreline, which is a mix of grass, sand, and rocks, and deeper water swimming off the dock. There is a sand bottom, and the water is generally fairly weed-free. Eastern exposure.



Trivia Miskwabi Lake House is located within The United Townships of Dysart, Dudley, Harcourt, Guilford, Harburn, Bruton, Havelock, Eyre and Clyde, more commonly known as the Municipality of Dysart et al. Situated in Haliburton County, the original townships were created by the (English-based) Canadian Land and Emigration Company. At 61 letters or 68 non-space characters, the municipality has the longest name of any place in Canada.



At a Glance

Total guests 10 (including all children)
Up to 2 well-behaved pets welcome
Dishwasher, washer/dryer, 2 extra fridges
Central Air Conditioning
Pool table
3 Smart LS TVs with Bell satellite & unlimited internet
Canoe, 2 kayaks & 2 SUPs, 5+ assorted life jackets



Household rules (must meet these to book):
Rents Saturday-Saturday only during the high season (end of June - end of August).
Total guests 10 (including all children)
A maximum of 2 pets are welcome
Lead guest must be 30+ years of age.
No smoking, no parties allowed
Garbage and recycling removal is required
A supplemental information form must be returned within 24 hours of booking
Departure checklist must be completed
Code of Conduct must be signed within 24 hours of booking
No more than 10 guests are permitted on the property at any time
Watercraft are available seasonally when conditions allow (typically Victoria Day to Thanksgiving, depending on water levels, safety, and weather); refunds will not be provided if conditions prevent use.

A supplemental information form (under 5 min to complete) which includes information on the guests and agreeing to our rental agency's terms and conditions is required to be completed to finalize the booking.
House Rules (must meet these to book): Sleeps 10 (including all children), Saturday to Saturday only during the summer (last week of June - start of Sept), Lead guest must be 30+ years old. Up to 2 well-behaved dogs are welcome. Please note that, according to the municipality's bylaws, all dogs must be leashed or tethered on the property when outside. Dogs are not permitted to roam leash-free. Fixed and declawed cats also permitted, but pool table must be covered at all times when not in use. No parties allowed. A supplemental information form must be completed.