The Menominee: Lake of Bays Area Cottage near Huntsville
Homeseeker Residences · Menominee Lake, Lake of Bays
A small, bright cottage on Menominee Lake in the Township of Lake of Bays, with a large dock, a woodstove for cool nights, and Huntsville and Baysville either side of a short drive.
- 6Guests
- 3Bedrooms
- 1Bathroom
- DockLarge
- 19 minHuntsville
- 3 hFrom Toronto
The Menominee in brief
The Menominee is a three-bedroom, one-bathroom waterfront cottage on Menominee Lake in the Township of Lake of Bays, about 19 minutes from Huntsville, 11 from Baysville and 3 hours from Toronto. It sleeps 6, with a large dock, a shallow sandy entry, a pedal boat and a stand-up paddle board, a fire pit, a covered deck, a woodstove and a kitchen with a sit-up island. Year-round access. Pets are welcome by approval.
A lake of its own size
Lake of Bays is the big one; Menominee Lake is the intimate one, a forest-ringed lake in the same township where the loudest sound on a summer afternoon is a paddle dipping. The Menominee sits right on it: a bright, compact cottage with a large dock, a shallow sandy entry for swimmers, and the kind of sunsets that make people stay on the dock until the sun is down.
Inside, the plan is open and airy, with lake views from the living room and a woodstove that earns its keep from September onward. The kitchen is fully equipped, with a sit-up island for breakfast, and the dining table seats six by sliding doors to the deck. There is a workspace for anyone who cannot entirely disconnect.
Three bedrooms
The primary bedroom and the second bedroom each have a queen bed; the third has a double. There is one full bathroom. The linens are crisp and fresh, exactly what you want after a day on the water.
Outside
The covered deck, under a gazebo roof strung with lights, is where meals happen when the weather is good and when it is not. Below, a patio of Muskoka chairs surrounds the fire pit, and steps lead down to the dock. A pedal boat and a stand-up paddle board are included. The entry is shallow and sandy, which suits children, and you can fish off the dock.
The lake view was truly beautiful and made for a peaceful setting throughout our stay.
Julie, July 2026
The cottage is on a year-round road, so it works in every season: woodstove weekends in the fall, ski days at Hidden Valley Highlands in winter, and long lake days in summer.
A weekend on Menominee Lake
- Friday, 4 p.m.
Check in, take the paddle board out, and light the woodstove if the evening is cool.
- Saturday morning
Coffee on the covered deck. Baysville is about 11 minutes away for a walk by the river.
- Saturday afternoon
Huntsville, about 19 minutes away, for Main Street and lunch, or Arrowhead Provincial Park, about 42 minutes, for forest trails.
- Saturday night
Dinner on the deck under the lights, then the fire pit by the water.
- Sunday
A last swim off the sandy entry. Checkout is 10 a.m.
Drive times are routed estimates. Check park permits and hours before you go.
What guests say
The cottage is well equipped with three nice bedrooms. The view of the lake is beautiful. And the location is nice and close to Baysville.
Kristen, October 2026We enjoyed our stay and appreciated how crisp and clean the bed linens were.
Glenda, July 2026The cottage also has a well-equipped kitchen, which made it easy and enjoyable to cook family meals.
Julie, July 2026Fantastic stay with our family.
Sarah, August 2026
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The details
- Sleeps
- 6
- Bedrooms
- 3: queen; queen; double
- Bathroom
- 1 full
- Waterfront
- Large dock, shallow sandy entry, pedal boat, stand-up paddle board
- Outdoors
- Covered deck with dining and string lights, lakeside patio with Muskoka chairs and fire pit
- Indoors
- Woodstove, kitchen with sit-up island, dining for 6, workspace
- Access
- Year-round road
- Check-in and checkout
- 4 p.m. and 10 a.m.
- Smoking
- No smoking
- Where
- Menominee Lake, Township of Lake of Bays, about 19 minutes from Huntsville and 11 from Baysville
- From Toronto
- About 214 km, roughly 3 hours in normal traffic
Groups and visitors
No parties. Planning a celebration or small event? Call or text 705-996-6799 to ask first. Visiting guests must be registered and approved ahead of time.
Pets
By approval. Small, hypoallergenic, non-shedding pets only; larger dogs share weight and breed for approval. A pet fee applies.
Check dates for The Menominee
Call or text our team at 705-996-6799, or email [email protected]. We can tell you which dates are open and answer questions about the house, the water and the area.
Questions guests ask
Where is The Menominee?
On Menominee Lake in the Township of Lake of Bays, about 19 minutes from Huntsville and 11 minutes from Baysville.
How many people does The Menominee sleep?
Up to 6, in three bedrooms (two queens and a double), with one full bathroom.
Is the water good for children?
Yes. There is a shallow sandy entry beside the large dock.
Is The Menominee open in winter?
It is on a year-round road and has a woodstove. Call or text to ask about winter dates.
How far is The Menominee from Toronto?
About 214 km, roughly 3 hours in normal traffic.
Are pets allowed at The Menominee?
By approval. Small, hypoallergenic, non-shedding pets only; larger dogs share weight and breed for approval. A pet fee applies.
Can we host a party or event?
No parties. If you are planning a celebration or small event, call or text 705-996-6799 to ask first. Visiting guests must be registered and approved ahead of time.
How do I check dates for The Menominee?
Call or text 705-996-6799, or email [email protected]. The Menominee is also listed on Airbnb and VRBO.
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Facts on this page come from our property records and were checked on November 10, 2026. Drive times are routed estimates for normal traffic; allow more on summer Fridays and long weekends. The street address is shared with confirmed guests.
