There’s something quietly magical about 3928 West Canal Road. Perfectly positioned within Severn Township, it rests right at that natural entry point where the smooth landscape of Southern Ontario gives way to the ancient rock of the Canadian Shield — a visible shift you feel as soon as you cross into Sparrow Lake.
This gorgeous, expansive property sits lovingly on the banks of the Severn River, where time slows and water speaks. Easily accessible from Highway 11, you’ll find yourself moments from the city yet miles away from its pace – and from your dock, it’s only a short, scenic river ride into beautiful Sparrow Lake.
The home itself – almost 3,000 square feet – unfolds gracefully over two levels. Large windows invite the light and the view inside, while three fireplaces add that unmistakable Muskoka warmth. There’s space for everyone here: three bedrooms, two family rooms, an open-concept kitchen that gathers people together, and a walkout leading straight to the shore. The level yard invites laughter, play, and barefoot evenings by the fire pit under the stars.
Down by the water’s edge, a gentle shoreline opens to a private dock and deck – and beneath the trees, a shaded nook for quiet reflection or morning coffee.
From here, adventure radiates in every direction: hiking trails that wind through forest air, calm paddling routes, and winter paths perfect for snowshoeing or snowmobiling. And of course, there’s that irresistible truth – from the Trent–Severn Waterway, you can literally boat around the world. It always makes me smile (and maybe dream a little) to imagine setting out from your calm cottage dock and one day gliding into the St. Lawrence Seaway.
For full details, see MLS #S12330700 – and imagine yourself here, where the river begins to whisper “welcome home.”
Subject: Keep Muskoka Sparkling – Renew Your MLA Membership
Open Letter to Our Clients
When you close your eyes, can you hear it? The gentle lap of water against sun-warmed rock, the call of a loon across the bay, the scent of pine carried on a soft breeze. Muskoka has a way of weaving itself into our hearts, becoming not just a place, but a part of who we are.
That is why your membership in the Muskoka Lakes Association matters so deeply. Since 1894, the MLA has been the voice and the guardian of this shimmering paradise, protecting our water quality, standing watch over our precious shorelines, and celebrating the timeless joy of cottage life.
Your 2025 membership was gifted to you, and I truly hope you’ve felt the connection it brings, because updates keep you informed, events gather us together, and our community cares as much about Muskoka as you do.
Now, as the season turns, I warmly invite you to renew your membership for $150 and continue standing with us in protecting all that makes Muskoka magical, the sparkling lakes, the whispering pines, the rugged granite, and the laughter of families at the water’s edge.
Renewing is more than a transaction, it’s a declaration: I belong here. I care about this place. I will help protect it for generations to come.
Your renewal keeps Muskoka’s waters clean, our traditions alive, and our voices strong.
Please take a moment today to renew your membership at www.mla.on.ca.
Thank you, from my heart, for being part of this story. Together, we keep Muskoka shining.
You ease your boat into the dock as the sun sets, the golden light dancing on calm waters. Then, as you glide up to your own private cottage, everything is perfectly in place. The grass is lush, thanks to the underground sprinkler system. No stress. No work. Just you, the river, and endless adventures waiting for tomorrow.
Welcome to 3829 West Canal Road—a turn-key Severn River waterfront property for sale in Muskoka that delivers boating, adventure, and effortless ownership from day one.
Why This Severn River Cottage Stands Out
When you arrive, you won’t need to lift a finger. This property is fully furnished—and even includes an ATV. All you need to do is turn the key and start living the life you’ve imagined.
Main Level: Comfort Meets Convenience
The main level offers everything you need for stress-free living, including:
Primary bedroom with ensuite soaker bath and propane fireplace
Open-concept living with stunning water views
Wake up to peaceful Severn River mornings right outside your window.
Expansive Deck with Stunning Water Views
Step outside onto a spacious deck with high-end outdoor furniture included. Whether you’re sipping your morning coffee or enjoying an evening sunset, the views are unbeatable. Want a cozy fire without the effort? Your coffee table has a built-in fire feature.
Lower Level Walkout: A Second Living Space
The bright walkout lower level is designed for hosting family and friends. You’ll find:
Two full bedrooms with large windows
A recreation room with a built-in Murphy bed
A spa-inspired bathroom with oversized shower
A pristine laundry room
This isn’t a basement—it’s an extension of your living space.
Boater’s Dream on the Trent-Severn Waterway
Love boating? This property is your ultimate basecamp. The Severn River connects directly to the Trent-Severn Waterway, offering hundreds of kilometers of boating and exploring. Cruise to charming towns, find hidden fishing spots, or plan a full day of adventure—the choice is yours.
Turn-Key Cottage for Sale – Adventure Starts Now
Picture this:
The sound of water lapping as you sip your morning coffee
Freedom to explore new destinations without a plan
Evenings around the fire after a day on the water
This isn’t just a cottage—it’s a lifestyle. And because it comes fully furnished, you don’t have to wait. You can start today.
Don’t Miss This Severn River Waterfront Cottage
Turn-key waterfront properties in Muskoka—especially on the Severn River—are rare. If you’ve been searching for effortless ownership, this is your opportunity.
📞 Call 705-801-2304 to book your private viewing. Experience the difference and make this dream yours.
Congratulations to our winners Anna Bortolus (The Muskojito), Maria D. (Canoe Hoo), and Blooming Muskoka in Gravenhurst (Blooming in Muskoka).
Did you miss the cocktail judging? Fear not, you can check out some of our judging videos on our instagram highlights here.
A few of the cocktails our wonderful clients sent in. From front centre moving clockwise: Blooming in Muskoka, Muskoka Nectar, The Loon Call, Muskoka Maple Liqueur, The Muskojito, and Canoe Hoo (centre).The ingredients for “The Cottage in Muskoka,” our Cottage in Muskoka custom cocktail. Not pictured: club soda.
Calling all Muskoka lovers! Submit your best Muskoka-inspired cocktail recipe, and a short paragraph on your inspiration. Our favourite submission will win all of the ingredients of our own custom Cottage in Muskoka cocktail (Muskoka Spirits Co. Legendary Oddity Gin*, Sugarbush Hill Farm Dark Maple Syrup, and Fever-Tree Premium Club Soda), plus an engraved Cottage in Muskoka Yeti Rambler Lowball! You must be at least 19 to enter.
Please tell us:
The name of your cocktail
The ingredients and recipe
The inspiration behind it
How you would like your name to appear (first & last or first name only)
Our favourite entries, based on creativity and “Muskoka-ness,” will be judged for taste by our family over the Canada Day long weekend (woohoo!). Please submit entries to len@cottageinmuskoka.ca or cath@cottageinmuskoka.ca, or fill out our google form. Entries are due by Friday, June 25th 2021 and the winner will be announced in the first week of July.
Subscribers to our brand new newsletter have been given a head start with their mixology, so if you’re not in on the fun yet make sure to go sign up here! We can’t wait to see what you come up with!
*potentially in the form of a gift card – legal investigation pending ?
We all know the frustration. You’re trying to open an email attachment with a photo of your grandkids, look at a real estate listing, get some work done, or even just check the weather… and you’d like to not spend all day doing it! While newer internet technologies like fibre are trying to make that a thing of the past, the coverage is majorly lacking. In many areas the fastest high speed internet is just across the street from near-dial-up speeds, and due to the cost and difficulty of rewiring it doesn’t look like that will be changing any time soon.
Should we just give up and disconnect? No way! Enter SpaceX, with their new Starlink Satellite Internet service. This satellite service will operate via a satellite constellation of at least 12,000 satellites, with more pending approval. According to SpaceX, Starlink will offer speeds up to a gigabit per second – a far cry from rural cottages which often max out at a speed of up to 5Mpbs (a 995Mbps difference!). During the beta testing phase, customers are expected to experience speed variations from 50 – 150Mbps. Even places that currently have no internet availability at all will finally be brought into the 21st century.
This is not traditional satellite service – Starlink’s satellites are in low earth orbit, which will not only make the service more reliable, but will also help keep down space debris. Each satellite is fitted with an onboard propulsion system to deorbit at the end of its life, and in the unlikely event that system becomes inoperable the satellite will burn up in the Earth’s atmosphere within 1-5 years. At the higher altitudes used by traditional satellite services, this could take hundreds or even thousands of years. Satellite service also means that unlike fibre, you won’t have to have anything wired to your home to receive the fastest speeds available.
Though it is not fully ready for consumers yet, it is operational! Check out this tweet from Elon Musk, sent in October 2019 via Starlink internet!
Sending this tweet through space via Starlink satellite 🛰
He followed up with a second Starlink tweet – “Whoa, it worked!!” According to SpaceX, “Starlink is now delivering initial beta service both domestically and internationally, and will continue expansion to near global coverage of the populated world in 2021.”
While we truly do look forward to being able to work online at less molasses-like speeds, I, for one, will be celebrating laser-fast internet with a good ol’ Netflix marathon in my PJs!
These days, it’s more important than ever to support local businesses – so we thought we would share one of our Muskoka favourites with you! Crossroads restaurant, located in Rosseau, has been serving up casual yet upscale meals for more than a decade now. Their dishes (and atmosphere) are sophisticated but still manage to maintain a cottage vibe. We have been there a number of times, in fact it is our “special holidays” spot – birthdays, anniversaries, father’s day… they provide a cozy atmosphere with cheerful, friendly staff and incredible food.
While it may be impossible to experience the atmosphere right now with the pandemic, Crossroads has been a leader in Muskoka in terms of COVID-safe takeout. Not only do they offer online ordering (a rarity around here), they also have contactless pickup brought right out to your car!
They are open for takeout Wednesday – Saturday from 3:00pm – 8:30pm. They also currently offer a curated “chef’s box” for $100 per person that includes hors d’oeuvres, an appetizer, entree & dessert, fresh flowers, and a bottle of red or white wine. Sounds perfect for a date night or Valentine’s Day, doesn’t it? In fact I may just send Steve the link to this blog post…
Give them a chance – you won’t be disappointed. The passion that chefs Julie and Richard Lalonde have for the business is apparent from the very first bite.
We hope to run into you there once it’s safe to gather again!
For those who have more critical things to do than refresh our Blog Page just to see different header images, I have had a request to add a gallery page. After all time is better spent looking at Muskoka cottages for sale.
Hey, thanks for the request, we like them too … and, here it is:
Muskoka from the air
Cottage bubbles
Muskoka lake fog morning
Dogs: stick for a pillow?!
Enjoying lake effect snow
Lake Muskoka sailing burgees
Frozen sunset
Reading on a snowbank
Mydnight on deck
Cottage treats
Phoebe
Landed on Skeleton Lake
Segwun taking out triathlon swimmers
Muskoka daysailing
60’s kids fishing
Kids & Jamie in boat
Stacey, Steve & Grandad at Chinook
Steve & Chris
Illusion 12 cockpit
Cath rowing home
Steve at the helm of Blue Light
Steve at the beach
Old Muskoka photo event
Muskoka snowshoeing
Muskoka lake morning
Illusion sailing
Pine tree painting
Fish weather vane
Mahogany boat at home
Winter guest cottage
Lake Muskoka sailing
Great Muskoka Paddling Event
Cath & Len
Walk on Joy Road
Skating on the Lake
Len with frog
Misty morning
Branches through the ice
Early morning
Muskoka sunset
Kiss each fish for luck
Len at the cottage
Mydnight and the tree harvest
Still, early morning
Neysa wakeboarding
Evening boating
Restored boat, Swell
Sailing on Lake Rosseau
July 1, Walker’s Point fireworks
Misty Muskoka morning
Towel dry Bentley
Chris & Jamie on cottage road
As we go about looking at Muskoka cottages for sale for our buyers, and listing cottages for sellers, we get some great comments about our images, design and videos. They are fun to share and with Muskoka as our backdrop, it’s pretty easy to look good.
Some are images taken throughout a lifetime of cottaging here in Muskoka. I am told I started at two weeks old, and at some point later the first sentence I put together was an excited and agitated “boy go boat!!!” when others were headed out while I was to be left in the care of my Grandmother.
Other pictures are taken of friends and clients’ cottage activities and, as mentioned above, as we go about searching for Muskoka cottages for sale (actually and potentially for sale), that fit both our ideals for value and the various specifics of our current group of buyers.
There are quite a few images, more or less suitable to headline the blog, and we have lots more in the archive. One that I had mostly forgotten was a photo of the ritual where I had convinced tried to convince our kids, that kissing fish you caught and were releasing was good luck. Somehow it would encourage the released fish to spread fairly positive communication about the entire event. I took the picture when I noticed with delight, that our daughter Lenore carried on the same tradition with her cousin Jordan. This turns out perhaps, to be something of an accepted practice of anglers around the globe. However, a Wikipedia search for kissing a fish, only brings up Kissing Gouramis .
Here’s a list of commercial fishing superstitions:
• Don’t leave a hatch cover upside down.
• Don’t whistle on board.
• Don’t bring a suitcase or a black bag on board.
• Don’t bring a banana on board.
• Don’t even wear yellow.
• Don’t allow women on board.
• Don’t leave port on a Friday.
• Don’t mention four-hooved animals (pigs, horses, etc.).
• Hang coffee mugs with the opening facing inboard.
• Don’t comment on good luck, or the possibility of bad luck.
• Dolphins are a good omen. Sharks are a bad omen.
• Don’t kill an albatross or a gull.
• Don’t change the name of a vessel.
• Leaving on Sunday is good luck.
• Don’t wear green. (It makes the boat seek land.)
• Don’t say “rabbit.” (No clue.)
• If you meet a minister before sailing, turn around and go home.
• Hang garlic over the galley port hole.
• Don’t use blue paint (particularly on a lobster boat).
• Don’t wear a hat in the galley.
• Don’t step onto a boat with your left foot.
• Don’t coil a rope or stir a pot counter-clockwise.
• Don’t bring an umbrella on board.
• Don’t make pea soup.
• Toss the first fish back. (Or kiss it.)
• Don’t use the number 13.
• Turn starboard first after backing away from the dock.
• Don’t bring honeybears on board.
• Having a virgin pee on a new net is good luck.
Not to be missed is this wonderful show at the Port Carling locks. From the MLA:
The Age of Elegance – Saturday August 9, 2014 from 10 am to 4 pm.
Old photographs of life in Muskoka are irresistible. Whether you see them at the Muskoka Boat and Heritage Centre in Gravenhurst or are lucky enough to have peaked into to a friend’s old family album, the images take you back to a dreamy time – graceful old cottages, beautiful mahogany launches, sporty little gentlemen’s racers, and men and women dressed in their finery. What was it like to live in the “Age of Elegance”?
A few of the cottages in those photos have been maintained and can be seen today on parts of the Muskoka Lakes. Not so visible are many wooden boats, several approaching their centennial, hidden away in boathouses around the lakes. Mostly they were built right here in Muskoka for Muskoka cottagers. They may have been bought and sold, but they stayed in Muskoka accumulating history as integral parts of summer life for the generations that interacted with them.
The MLA Antique Boat Show is a bi-annual event held in Port Carling and sponsored by the Muskoka Lakes Association. It was started in 1971 by the late Bob Purves to honour boats that have been built in Muskoka or have spent most of their life in Muskoka Waters.
Come out and enjoy a day with these fine craft and their owners along with displays including vintage outboard motors, seafleas and antique Buicks from the 1920’s. One of our presenting sponsors will also be bringing a brand new Bugatti Vitesse that will be on display for all to see. It’s not very often a million dollar car comes to Muskoka!
The Show is on Saturday August 9 and runs from 10 AM until 4 PM at the Port Carling locks. Admission is free.
This event would not be possible without our presenting sponsors; Grand Touring Automobiles, Northfield Capital, Purves Redmond Insurance Brokers and Walker’s Point Marina.
The 121st Muskoka Lakes Association Annual General Meeting will be held on July 25th at the Port Carling Community Centre. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m.
Come and enjoy some refreshments and snacks and have to opportunity to meet other members. You’ll hear about new MLA programs and updates on activities we’ve undertaken on your behalf. You’ll also meet incoming President Michael Hart and hear about his ideas for the coming years.
We hope you’ll come out and enjoy an evening with your fellow MLA members.
Please reserve your space by emailing info@mla.on.ca or calling 705-765-5723.
