 "The wood stove was warming the yurt for our arrival." "Enjoyed the complimentary snowshoes." - 1/26  "Accommodations are truly amazing." "Sound of waterfall adds such a beautiful touch" - 2/26  "Fell asleep while gazing at the moon and stars through the skylight." "Most comfortable bed." - 3/26  Winter yurt includes the warmth & comfort of a wood stove with all cooking essentials. - 4/26  "Yurt is an exceptional retreat." "Expectations were immensely exceeded!" "Pure bliss." - 5/26  Super sanitized privy/outdoor washroom conveniently located just metres from yurt and cabin : ) - 6/26  "The time stopped, no sound, all is still. All around us is beauty of a frozen lake, sky & forest." - 7/26  "This is the most lovely, relaxing & rejuvenating hideaway." "How grounded & connected we feel." - 8/26  "Both winter and summer are equally enjoyable." "Don't change a thing!" "Magical." - 9/26  "DECIDED TO EMBRACE WHAT WAS ALREADY AROUND US." - 10/26  "Incredible winter adventure" "This secluded place offered us peace & pure happiness." - 11/26  Skate at Arrowhead Park's new skating trails with your free pass! "Skating was fantastic!" - 12/26  Privacy and Tranquility at its Best! Lakeside Yurt & Cabin Features Dock & Canoe - 13/26  Fully seasonal Lakeside Yurt is located just meters away from the 3-Season Cabin - 14/26  "Lake is spectacular & property is tranquil." "Shared the lake only with loons, turtles & otters." - 15/26  "Outstanding place to get away from the chaos of everyday life." "We were in Paradise." - 16/26  "We so enjoyed our cozy getaway to the yurt & the land it sits on is magical!" "Crackling fires." - 17/26  "What a beautiful, quiet, peaceful get away!" "Real pearl in the forest." "Hidden gem." - 18/26  "Canoed the lake & watched a beaver smack his tail on the glass surface." "Great swimming." - 19/26  "Even the pooch loves the serenity of the quiet time on the dock." "Exceptional retreat." - 20/26  Front view of 3 season cabin FN Cabin Not Available Winter - 21/26  "Terrific screened in porch." "Favorite thing was everything." "Enjoyed every moment here." - 22/26  Early spring until late fall the well equipped cabin invites you to eat & relax. Glamping is AWESOME - 23/26  "We like everything about coming here." "Loved & appreciated rainy weather so much" - 24/26  "To be tucked away with nature was such a gift to the soul!" "Real pearl in the forest!" - 25/26  Guests absolutely love our brand new screened-in lakefront Gazebo! - 26/26 $225 - $250 / night | CONTACT OWNER |
DESCRIPTIONGENERAL DESCRIPTION  | Sleeps 2 |
 | 1 Bedroom |
 | 0 Bathroom |
 | Pets allowed |
 | Smoking
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 | Wood stove |
 | Waterfront |
 | Ski <10km |
If you are seeking restitution away from the pressures of everyday living, or enjoy "glamping" without the fuss, the Yurt experience is sure to revitalize and re-connect you back to nature at its best! During the cooler seasons,you will be kept snuggly warm even during the coldest of wintery nights inside Yurt's wool lined interior and our new high-functioning wood stove. In late Spring, Summer and Fall the adjacent cabin compliments the yurt in giving you an additional screened-in porch overlooking the dock. They are both located within meters of each other and you will be assured full privacy on vast 11 acres of private property. NOTE: the cabin portion is closed off during winter January until Spring thaw. For your assurance, comfort and safety, we follow a strict three day minimum blockoff in-between each guest. Our guests are impressed with the vast 75 acre spring fed lake and waterfall just a few meters from the yurt. The lake is virtually undeveloped surrounded with crown land and private ownership with only one other small cabin on the entire lake. A yurt is perfect way for vacationers who seek the simplicity of living the ultimate Algonquin experience. The thought of sitting around a campfire under a clear sky, gazing up at the stars and listening to the sounds of the night can pacify your minds and rejuvenate your soul! For a perfect night's sleep, we provide a cozy deluxe queen size bed. Guests would only need to bring their own personal queen size sheets (or sleeping bags) pillows, blanket and bath towels.
Lakeside Yurt comes fully equipped with a solar powerpack to power small non grid devices such as the reading lamp or recharge a cell.
Each booking comes complete with an unlimited complimentary Algonquin/Arrowhead Parking Pass! We leave out a wide selection of games & reading material for the quieter moments.
Pets with up-to-date vet shots are welcome no charge, but advance notice is required.
Check out this website pictures of our unique squeaky clean outdoor washroom conveniently adjescent to yurt which our guests fondly call " Muskoka's finest privy" It even features art work!
Muskoka is just a 2 1/4 hour drive north of Toronto. We are located just 12 minutes from historical Huntsville and 30 minutes from the gateway to Algonquin Park, right in the heart of Muskoka District with its vast 2500 square miles of stunning pine and maple forests, 1600 lakes, waterfalls, cliffs and breathtaking scenery!
Features include private dock, open fire pit, waterfall and stream. On site clean safe drinking water is provided.
Check out our REVIEWS!
Feb 17th
GREAT time of the grid! We came here for peace, relaxation, and the great outdoors. This property met those requirements and more. The yurt was well-equipped, cozy (thanks to the woodstove) and secluded enough that you felt away from everything, yet because it was only a short hike and 10 minute drive into town it was still convenient for us to get around and explore Huntsville. Thank you to our wonderful hosts Doug and Orla, we will definitely be back and recommend it to others! All the best, Lauren
Recommended for: Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Romantic Getaway
Feb 6th
We had a wonderful time. The winter experience was truly a memorable one. It's definitely something that we can cross off our list now. We took advantage of the Arrowhead pass and explored the park. We particularly enjoyed skating through the forest. Meeting Doug and Orla was a complete pleasure as well. They were so sweet and welcoming, it made the experience more special.
We were pleased with the two nights and the urge of accomplishing something new was satisfied. Doug was generous enough to extend the third night to the next time we visit at which we were pleasantly surprised by. On our way home Emily and I discussed coming back. Hopefully in October to take advantage of the leaves changing.Thank you for everything and look forward to booking more adventures with you, Carla
Oct 10th
Hi Doug and Orla: Stephanie and I had an absolutely amazing time at the yurt. We could not have imagined a better location and trip over all. As far as feedback I can honestly say I would not change a single thing. From the very first contact to the moment we drove away was perfect. Meeting Doug to show us the place was very nice and of course the property speaks for itself. We have many pictures and memories that will last a lifetime. Over the next few weeks we are going to plan a time to visit again, this time in the warmer days of summer and hope to make this a yearly trip. Thanks again for everything. All the best, Randy and Stephanie
October 24th
Thanks so much Susan for arranging our visit - we had a great time!! We had a great visit - despite a day of rain - and want to return for sure. Thanks, Krista
August 10th
We had a fabulous time. Orla and Doug were exceptional hosts and we were so happy that they agreed to roll with the punches in spite of not knowing we were arriving. We will definitely be adding Lakeside Yurt & Studio to our ongoing getaway plans. Cheers, Raye, Craig and Lola (the dog)
NEW! Nature Tours can be arranged with advance notice.
Upon request, we can arrange a variety of personalized on-site nature activities! Some of the educational nature hikes and tours you can choose from include:
A) Wilderness survival
Based on the ancient teachings of "the Sacred Five," we will explore the empowering ways to feel and live more "at home" in the wilderness.
With only natural materials from the local land, we will: build shelter, purify water, create fire from friction, and find food.
B) Learn Plants through Art
Plants and trees speak to us all the time - through a secret language.
Magically, it is the same language as art.
Through drawing and painting we will learn how to decode this secret language to discover who they are, what they are saying & their edible & medicinal qualities.
You can bring the practice home with your own field journal and plant identification kit.
C)Tree Tour
Meet the majestic, green giants of the forest -- in this activity-enhanced walk and talk, we will learn trees significant role in the local ecosystem as well as their gifts to human culture as food, medicine & tools. In the context of the last glacial movement, we will read the local landscape to tell the story of its past.
If you are interested, please contact TreeStyle: Tree & Forest Permaculture at treestyletree@gmail.com or call 705.349.8733 with the following info:
1. Which session(s) you would like to participate in
2. Name(s) of participant(s) attending
3. Dates of stay at yurt
Cost: Voluntary Donation
+ READ MORE - COLLAPSE AMENITIES AND EQUIPMENT | Outdoors Features | | | Summer Activities
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Propane bbq c/w cooking burner, extra propane tank available. Each booking comes complete with a 2 day starter supply of camp firewood:should you require more, just stock up from the wood supply on site with a volunteer donation. You can also cook like a pioneer on the wood stove! Check out this website pictures of our unique outdoor washroom which our guests fondly call " Muskoka's finest privy" + VIEW MORE - COLLAPSE | Other Town/Lake/Area: | 30 min drive Algonquin Park,12 Min to Huntsville |
Note: We are just a 2 1/2 hour drive north of Toronto, right in the heart of Muskoka District with its vast 2500 square miles of stunning pine and maple forests, 1600 lakes, waterfalls, cliffs and breathtaking scenery! Its best of both worlds: This lakefront is 12 Minutes from historical Huntsville, 30 minute drive to Algonquin Park FREE ALGONQUIN/ARROWHEAD DAY PASS INCLUDED WITH EACH BOOKING! AVAILABILITYLast update: February 24, 2021 |
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RATES | | $225 | $450 | - | - | - | 2 Nights | WINTER 2020 - MAY 2021(2 NGT MIN) OCT 01, 2020 TO
MAY 31, 2021 Arrowhead/Algonquin Passes All Included : ). Plus 13$ HST | $225 | $450 | - | - | - | 2 Nights | JUNE 2021 - OCTOBER 2021 - ADD 13% HST JUN 01, 2021 TO
OCT 30, 2021 Arrowhead/Algonquin Passes All Included : ). Plus 13$ HST | $250 | $500 | - | - | - | 3 Nights | |
Rates are in Canadian dollars ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | Check-in after | 01:00 PM | | Check-out before | 12:00 PM | | Tax Rate | 13% | | Booking Deposit | 20% due at time of booking (The balance is due 30 days before arrival) | | Payments on CottagesInCanada | No | | Cottage Rules | View |
NOTES CANCELLATION POLICY: You can book with assurance! The owners will make every attempt to re-book your reservation. If the reservation is re-booked at the same rate, you will be fully refunded or prorated according to rebook price. If the reservation cannot be rebooked, then 80% of the of invoice total will be returned. To date, we have an excellent success rate in re- booking as we offer last minute sales on depositors behalf! Each booking come with complimentary Algonquin Park /Arrowhead Park Pass, BBQ, propane, and starter supply of firewood and kindling : ) Pets with recent vet shots are welcome! Advance notice required at time of application We accept all major credit cards using Square's encrypted payment System. A 20% deposit to secure booking, balance due 30 days prior to occupancy. We also accept Bank Interac email transfers We are just 7 minutes away from Hidden Valley and Deerhurst Resorts! REVIEWS | | Kathrin |  |
| We have decided to elope somewhere here in Canada and were looking for the perfect place. So we stumbled over this wonderful place. The pictures catched immediately our eye and after writing a few words with Doug and Orla we knew, this will be the perfect place for our perfect wedding. We cannot put into words how lucky we were to have found this yurt and to have gotten to know Orla and Doug. The communication before our arrival was just perfect, they answered all of our questions immediately and were even offering to help us with whatever we needed. On our arrival day (the day before our wedding) we found the place wonderfully and thoughtfully decorated with flowers from Orlas private garden. The area, the yurt, the cottage, the lake just the whole area is AMAZING and BREATHTAKING. Absolute, complete privacy, there is literally no one, we had the whole lake and everything around for ourselves. We were planning on going hiking but instead we spend all the time at the lake with swimming, kanooing, drinking coffee and watching the loons from the dock and enjoying the evening in front of the fire pit. Although it is very secluded, the town of Huntsville is very close. It is a very sweet town with lots to do and also great restaurants. Thank you Doug and Orla that you were having us, for being so uncomplicated, reliable and wonderful hosts and a big THANK YOU for letting us have the wedding of our dreams at your little piece of heaven.
Stayed: July 2019 Submitted: Aug 31, 2019
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| Dear Doug and Orla,this was our first time staying at a yurta and a wonderful experience it was!The setting,structure and vista over the lake are truly magnificant.It was such a delight to settle into the the generous and most comfortable bed,while watching the branches of the pine and hemlock sway high above the circular sky light in the yurta.The airtight wood heater is additionally a welcomed feature and must make winter stays suitably comfortable and comforting.
The dining and recreational cabin,just a few meters down the path from the yurta is more than adequately equipted with bbq,an assortment of dish wear, utensils and work surface.
How lovely it was after a days paddling, to sit and take a cooked meal and glass of wine with my life partner while watching the night close over the lake.
It was with both pleasure in the stay and sadness in the leaving that we collected up our packs and slowly drove the enchanted road out to the highway.
God and good fortune willing we shall return to this part of paradise that you folks have made so generously available for all to enjoy and cherish.
Kindness regards
Stayed: September 2017 Submitted: Sep 11, 2017
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| | Noel | |
| My girlfriend took me here for my 40th birthday as I enjoy roughing it, her not at all so it was a best of both worlds, very private, the yurt is amazing inside, luxury sleeping quarters, the cabin is perfect to relax and bug free if you prefer to eat at the table or cook on the BBQ provided, also multiple spots to cook over a fire, great dock to have a morning coffee and to have a swim, listen to the loons early morning and at night, waterfall near the yurt to listen to as you sleep, amazing place, dog friendly, canoe and paddle boat included, Algonquin park pass and some cool books likely left behind to read on a rainy day and scrabble, will go back in a heartbeat, but 3 days was to little
Stayed: June 2017 Submitted: Jun 28, 2017
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Owner response: Thank you Noel for taking the time to post such an detailed and uplifting review ! As a family of nature lovers, we find Lakeside Yurt is the perfect balance of peace & tranquility, so its fulfilling when we hear our guests are are captivated by the beauty and soothing sounds of our little retreat too! We enjoyed having you at Lakeside Yurt :) We look forward in seeing you again soon! Take care for now, Orla and Doug Irwin | |
| | Chantal | |
| I purchased a two night stay as a Christmas gift for my boyfriend and We couldn't have been more thrilled with the stay. The yurt is cozy and warm (thanks to a wonderful little woodstove). Doug and Orla were absolutely fabulous hosts. It was neat reading the journal entries of past visitors from around the globe. We loved the location (hello privacy!) and were treated to a fresh snow fall during our stay which made us feel like we were in a winter wonderland! The snowshoes and park passes were an added bonus! I would 100% recommend this yurt to anyone.
Stayed: February 2017 Submitted: Feb 09, 2018
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| | Brie | |
| I have never wrote a review before, but had such an amazing weekend that I needed to share this with anyone who was skeptical about booking!
I booked a Yurt weekend get-a-way for my fiancés 30th birthday. I honestly had never been camping as an adult before and was a bit leery, as it was very out of my element. I had the best time at this Yurt. Doug & Orla are so kind, welcoming, and have truly thought of everything you'd need to have a relaxing weekend. Even finding my wallet in the snow and mailing it to me. The scenery is beautiful, we walked away with wonderful memories and gorgeous photos. I felt we we experienced so much in just 4 days. We had some beautiful weather, a rain day and snow; all in the same weekend! The way the scenery changed was just amazing. Our dog was so tired out from the weekend and all the running he got to do: he's still trying to catch up on his sleep! We most definitely will be back again. Thank you so much Doug and Orla for sharing this piece of paradise that you have. It's just magical. :)
Stayed: November 2016 Submitted: Nov 24, 2016
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Owner response: Thank you Brie for your wonderful and detailed feedback! Your positive comments will certainly be helpful to others interested in experiencing Glamping for the very first time. Yes, we agree, nothing compares in seeing the spectrum of breathtaking scenery evolve from season to season. It truly is an amazing one-of-a-kind experience all year round! We are so delighted that you enjoyed your stay and would love for you both to be my guest again on your next Algonquin visit - Take care for now and look forward in seeing you and enthusiastic sidekick again very soon! | |
$225 - $250 / night $450 - $500 / weekend SUSAN CARACCIOLO Member since October 2013 Speaks: English Response Rate: 100% |
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