Muskoka Island View Retreat FAQ

What lake is the cottage on?
Sand Lake.

Is there a deck down at the water?
Yes. There is a fixed 16'x20' deck area attached to a 8'x24'
water-level deck. There are steps to the water itself.

How deep is the water?
At the deep end of the deck the water is 5' with a soft sandy
bottom. There is a large shallow area to the right of the deck
where the water is very shallow and young children can wade in.

What kind of fish are in the lake?
There are Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, Whitefish and Small Mouth
Bass in Sand Lake.

Is the shoreline sandy?
There is a mix of sand and stone for a few feet and then sand.

Is there an actual beach nearby?
Yes. It's a 5 minute drive to the Sandhurst Resort where there is a
public dock and great beach.

Are there watercraft available to guests?
Yes. There is a paddle boat, a 16' canoe, two kayaks and a
14' aluminum boat with 9.9hp motor. They are all included in the
rental price.

Is there a boat launch?
Yes. There is a governent dock at the Sandhurst Resort 5 minute
away. There is no charge to use the launch. They sell gas for motor
boats there as well.

Is there a BBQ?
Yes there is a propane BBQ.

Is there a firepit?
Yes.

Is firewood provided?
Yes.

How large is the cottage?
Approximately 1000 square feet.

How many guests can the cottage accomodate?
There are four queen size beds within the three bedrooms
comfortably accomodating 8 people.

Is there an extra charge for additional guests?
Overnight guests in excess of 8 are each an additional $100 per
week.

Is smoking allowed?
Not inside the cottage. Outside is fine as long as all butts are
removed from the grounds.

Are pets allowed?
No.

Are there laundry facilities?
Yes, a stacked washer/dryer.

Is there a dishwasher?
Yes.

Is there a telephone?
Yes.

Is there a TV?
Yes, a 26" TV with Bell ExpressVU and a VCR/DVD player as well.

Do I need to bring my own dishes, cutlery and cookware?
No.

Do I need to bring my own linens?
No. There is bedding available for all the beds. As well, there are dish
cloths and towels for the kitchen. You are responsible to wash and
dry all used linens prior to leaving the cottage. However, you do have to bring
your own beach towels.

What kitchen appliances are available?
Fridge, stove, dishwasher, coffee maker, microwave, toaster.

How is the cottage heated?
A woodstove and electric heat.

How long a drive is it from Toronto?
About 2.5-3 hours depending on traffic.

How long does it take from Huntsville?
About 30 minutes.

How long does it take to get to Algonquin?
About 45 minutes to the west entrance of the park (HWY #60).
Secondary road access to the park's water system is 30 minutes away

Where is the nearest hospital?
Huntsville, plus a walk-in clinic in Burks Falls.

What is the nearest town?
Kearney.

How do I book the cottage?
Call Kathy at 905-920-4560 or email at
kathy@mance.ca

Is there additional tax on the cost of the rental?
No.

What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in time is 2 pm and check-out time is 11am.

What's the best feature of the cottage?
The hammock! Lay around and just soak up the view....