Cottage of the Week: $8,000 a week for a log cabin with style on Manitouwabing Lake
ADDRESS: Off Highway 124 at Manitouwabing Lake
NEIGHBOURHOOD: McKellar, Muskoka
AGENT: Available through rentourcottage.com
PRICE: $8,000 a week
THE PLACE: A two-acre property on Lake Manitouwabing with a huge log cabin, two boat docks, a sunbathing dock and an extra sleeping hut.
BRAGGING RIGHTS: American furniture-maker H.J. Nick made the home’s distinctive front entrance out of a 200-year-old Cyprus cedar. The arched door is intricately etched with cottage-country fauna like moose, deer and bears, which makes it feel like you’re entering a grand woodland lodge.
BIG SELLING POINT: The two master bedrooms, each with its own king sized bed, ensuite bathroom and gas fireplace, will draw you in—but the clincher is that the rental comes with the use of the 14-foot Sylvan fishing boat.
POSSIBLE DEAL BREAKER: Between the Thermador stainless steel appliances in the kitchen, the 60” television in the entertainment room and the air conditioning, nothing about this property feels like roughing it. If you’re looking for a rustic cottage experience, this isn’t it.
BY THE NUMBERS:
• $8,000 per week
• 4,750 square feet
• 400 feet of waterfront
• 14-foot Sylvan fishing boat
• 6 bedrooms
• 4 bathrooms
• 4-person bunkie with washroom
• 2 acres of land
139897 The bunkie Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_26-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_26.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_26.jpg 624 468 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_26/ may12cotwmckellarlake_26 0 0
The bunkie
139898 A bunkie beyond the lawn sleeps four and has its own washroom Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_25-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_25.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_25.jpg 624 468 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_25/ may12cotwmckellarlake_25 0 0
A bunkie beyond the lawn sleeps four and has its own washroom
139899 The campfire area Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_24-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_24.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_24.jpg 624 468 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_24/ may12cotwmckellarlake_24 0 0
The campfire area
139900 The view from the sunbathing dock Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_23-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_23.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_23.jpg 624 468 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_23/ may12cotwmckellarlake_23 0 0
The view from the sunbathing dock
139903 The two boat docks Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_20-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_20.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_20.jpg 624 468 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_20/ may12cotwmckellarlake_20 0 0
The two boat docks
139904 The cottage has good swimming, and a choice of the beach or sloping rocks as entry points to the water Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_19-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_19.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_19.jpg 624 468 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_19/ may12cotwmckellarlake_19 0 0
The cottage has good swimming, and a choice of the beach or sloping rocks as entry points to the water
139906 The beach Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_17-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_17.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_17.jpg 624 468 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_17/ may12cotwmckellarlake_17 0 0
The beach
139907 The grounds include a sandy beach, a 400-square-foot sunbathing dock, two boat docks, a rock garden and a lawn area Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_16-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_16.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_16.jpg 624 468 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_16/ may12cotwmckellarlake_16 0 0
The grounds include a sandy beach, a 400-square-foot sunbathing dock, two boat docks, a rock garden and a lawn area
139993 The screened porch has a fireplace, armchairs, a foosball table and a television Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_33-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_33.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_33.jpg 624 468 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_33/ may12cotwmckellarlake_33 0 0
The screened porch has a fireplace, armchairs, a foosball table and a television
139908 The second master bedroom has a king bed, a fireplace and its own balcony, as well as an ensuite powder room Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_15-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_15.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_15.jpg 468 624 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_15/ may12cotwmckellarlake_15 0 0
The second master bedroom has a king bed, a fireplace and its own balcony, as well as an ensuite powder room
139909 The first of two master bedrooms has a king bed, a balcony, a gas fireplace, a walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom with a shower Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_14-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_14.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_14.jpg 624 468 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_14/ may12cotwmckellarlake_14 0 0
The first of two master bedrooms has a king bed, a balcony, a gas fireplace, a walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom with a shower
139914 A television, double pull-out couch and surround sound make for good movie-watching in the entertainment room Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_9-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_9.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_9.jpg 624 468 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_9/ may12cotwmckellarlake_9 0 0
A television, double pull-out couch and surround sound make for good movie-watching in the entertainment room
139996 The kitchen Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_30-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_30.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_30.jpg 624 468 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_30/ may12cotwmckellarlake_30 0 0
The kitchen
139911 The kitchen has granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, an espresso maker and a wine and beer fridge Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_12-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_12.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_12.jpg 624 468 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_12/ may12cotwmckellarlake_12 0 0
The kitchen has granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, an espresso maker and a wine and beer fridge
139913 There is more seating by the fireplace, just beyond the living room Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_10-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_10.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_10.jpg 624 468 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_10/ may12cotwmckellarlake_10 0 0
There is more seating by the fireplace, just beyond the living room
139915 In the living room, leather couches and a flat-screen television Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_8-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_8.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_8.jpg 468 624 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_8/ may12cotwmckellarlake_8 0 0
In the living room, leather couches and a flat-screen television
139994 The dining room has a 10-foot pine table and chairs Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_32-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_32.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_32.jpg 624 468 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_32/ may12cotwmckellarlake_32 0 0
The dining room has a 10-foot pine table and chairs
139995 The main living space has a cathedral ceiling and doors to the patio Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_31-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_31.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_31.jpg 624 468 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_31/ may12cotwmckellarlake_31 0 0
The main living space has a cathedral ceiling and doors to the patio
139917 The front door, made of Cyprus cedar, is etched with images of local wildlife Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_6-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_6.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_6.jpg 468 624 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_6/ may12cotwmckellarlake_6 0 0
The front door, made of Cyprus cedar, is etched with images of local wildlife
139918 An outdoor shower at the foot of the wraparound deck Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_5-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_5.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_5.jpg 468 624 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_5/ may12cotwmckellarlake_5 0 0
An outdoor shower at the foot of the wraparound deck
139919 The exterior from the back, which faces the water Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_4-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_4.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_4.jpg 624 468 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_4/ may12cotwmckellarlake_4 0 0
The exterior from the back, which faces the water
139923 The house has log siding both inside and out Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_1-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_1.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_1.jpg 624 468 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_1/ may12cotwmckellarlake_1 0 0
The house has log siding both inside and out
139924 At 4,750 square feet, the log home on Lake Manitouwabing sleeps up to 14 people. The drive from Toronto takes about two-and-a-half hours Log cabin at Manitouwabing Lake https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_intro-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_intro.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/may12COTWMcKellarLake_intro.jpg 656 420 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/cottage-of-the-week-manitouwabing-lake/slide/may12cotwmckellarlake_intro/ may12cotwmckellarlake_intro 0 0
At 4,750 square feet, the log home on Lake Manitouwabing sleeps up to 14 people. The drive from Toronto takes about two-and-a-half hours
this cottage was only about $5,000 a couple of years ago, and then apparently they tried to sell and couldn’t. Cottage inflation, such a downer.