Best Pet-Friendly Cottage Rentals in Muskoka

October 06, 2026

Eight Homeseeker cottages in Muskoka welcome small, hypoallergenic, non-shedding pets with approval: Summer Haze, Over the Moon and Muskoka Elements near Bala, Sunrise Vista in Port Carling, Blue Cottage near Washago, Good Times near Gravenhurst, The Menominee on Lake of Bays and The Mara near Huntsville. For larger dogs, share your dog’s weight and breed and we’ll confirm approval before you book.

See all 15 pet-friendly rentals Read the dog-friendly cottages guide Call 705-996-6799

Pet-friendly cottages in Muskoka

  • Summer Haze, Lake Muskoka, Bala: sleeps 8, 4 bedrooms. Lake Muskoka cottage within walking distance of Bala, with a sandy shallow beach, indoor sauna, screened Muskoka room, wood-burning fireplace and fire pit.
  • Over the Moon, Bala, Muskoka: sleeps 7, 3 bedrooms. Renovated four-season waterfront cottage with a shallow beach, cedar dock, electric barrel sauna, stone fireplace and northwest-facing sunsets.
  • Muskoka Elements, Hesners Lake, near Bala: sleeps 6, 3 bedrooms. Updated four-season cottage on quiet Hesners Lake with a shallow sandy beach, dock gazebo, swim platform, canoe, paddle boards and a Muskoka room. Pets stay leashed on the property.
  • Sunrise Vista, Brandy Lake, Port Carling: sleeps 8, 4 bedrooms. Brandy Lake cottage with a shallow-entry private beach, boat and swim dock, kayaks, canoe, games room and Starlink Wi-Fi.
  • Blue Cottage, Washago, near Gravenhurst: sleeps 10, 4 bedrooms. Renovated lakefront cottage with a private and floating dock, canoe, kayaks, paddle board, pool table, gas fireplace and Starlink Wi-Fi. Dogs stay leashed outdoors.
  • Good Times, Morrison Lake, Gravenhurst: sleeps 12, 6 bedrooms. Newly renovated Morrison Lake cottage with a hot tub, two waterfront decks, arcade, air hockey, foosball, kayaks, paddle boards and a paddleboat. Pet fee: $150 per stay. See it on Airbnb or VRBO.
  • The Menominee, Menominee Lake, near Huntsville: sleeps 6, 3 bedrooms. Cottage on quiet, non-motorized Menominee Lake with a large dock, shallow sandy entry, pedal boat, paddle board, woodstove and fire pit. Minutes to Huntsville.
  • The Mara, Balsam Chutes, Huntsville: sleeps 8, 3 bedrooms. Four-season waterfront retreat on the river at Balsam Chutes with a wellness room (sauna, hot tub and hanging hammock behind glass doors to the water), a fire pit with firewood included, kayaks and canoes, a private theatre and a game room. Gated and private. See it on Airbnb or VRBO.

Our pet policy

  • Small, hypoallergenic, non-shedding pets only.
  • Larger dogs: share your dog’s weight and breed and we’ll confirm approval before you book.
  • A pet fee applies, shown at checkout.
  • Some cottages ask that dogs stay leashed outdoors. Each listing shows its house rules.
  • Every other Homeseeker property is no pets, no exceptions.

Just outside Muskoka, the Hemlock cottages and White Pine in the Parry Sound area, Bayside in Midland, Sunrise Lakehouse on Lake Simcoe and The Aria in Toronto also welcome small pets with approval. See them all on our pet-friendly cottage rentals page, or call 705-996-6799.

Edwin Chan
Hi, I’m Edwin Chan! I’m an expert in Airbnb management, helping property owners in Toronto and Muskoka turn their waterfront, luxury, and unique homes into high-performing vacation rentals. As a partner at Homeseeker Vacation Homes, I specialize in maximizing rental income with smart strategies, great guest experiences, and top-notch service. With over 10 years of experience, I know how to make properties stand out and succeed. On this blog, I share easy tips and ideas to help you manage, optimize, and grow your vacation rental. If you’re a property owner or investor looking for help, you’re in the right place!
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