Welcome to Moon River Cottage

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Welcome to Moon River Cottage

Food scene

There's plenty of great spots just a short walk from the cottage. Below you'll find some personal favourites. Please check ahead of time for hours of operation as many establishments in Muskoka are seasonal.
A roadside stand in the heart of Bala at 3142 Muskoka Road 169. Brisket, pulled pork, smoked turkey, sandwiches, and more. Open Thursdays-Sundays and some of the best bbq I've ever had! They often have weekly specials as well.
The Smokin Birds
3142 Muskoka District Road 169
A roadside stand in the heart of Bala at 3142 Muskoka Road 169. Brisket, pulled pork, smoked turkey, sandwiches, and more. Open Thursdays-Sundays and some of the best bbq I've ever had! They often have weekly specials as well.
Everything from sandwiches, burgers, flatbreads to wings, salads, and late night munchies. Open all year round and offering Trivia Night!
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Bala Falls Pub
1010 Bala Falls Rd
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Everything from sandwiches, burgers, flatbreads to wings, salads, and late night munchies. Open all year round and offering Trivia Night!
Nestled in the heart of downtown Bala, overlooking Lake Muskoka. Delicious smoothies, brewed coffee & specialty drinks, treats, sandwiches, specialty items, and more. Open from the May long weekend until October.
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Jack and Stella
1004 Bala Falls Rd
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Nestled in the heart of downtown Bala, overlooking Lake Muskoka. Delicious smoothies, brewed coffee & specialty drinks, treats, sandwiches, specialty items, and more. Open from the May long weekend until October.
A Bala staple for 75 years! Family operated scratch bakery serving a variety of breads, cookies, donuts, loaves, cakes, cupcakes, muffins, pies, sweet and savoury pastries, and coffee. Open from May long weekend until October.
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Don's Bakery
3119 Muskoka District Road 169
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A Bala staple for 75 years! Family operated scratch bakery serving a variety of breads, cookies, donuts, loaves, cakes, cupcakes, muffins, pies, sweet and savoury pastries, and coffee. Open from May long weekend until October.
The Bala Cranberry Festival in October is many, many things, but most of all it's a FUN-FILLED weekend for everyone! Just a short walk from the cottage, the Cranberry Festival is one of Ontario's premier arts and crafts shows with hundreds of exceptional vendors. An entertaining festival with a fall fair atmosphere. Live music, entertainers/performers and attractions all weekend long! Great for adults! Couples, girlfriends and friends will love the excellent shopping, live entertainment and great food. A family friendly event with kids' entertainment, kids' activities, attractions and more. A celebration of Bala's beloved cranberry! A visit to Johnston's Cranberry Marsh and Muskoka Lakes Winery should definitely be a part of your festival experience. You will need to book your own passes in advance to partake in events at the marsh.
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Bala Cranberry Festival
3130 Muskoka District Road 169
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The Bala Cranberry Festival in October is many, many things, but most of all it's a FUN-FILLED weekend for everyone! Just a short walk from the cottage, the Cranberry Festival is one of Ontario's premier arts and crafts shows with hundreds of exceptional vendors. An entertaining festival with a fall fair atmosphere. Live music, entertainers/performers and attractions all weekend long! Great for adults! Couples, girlfriends and friends will love the excellent shopping, live entertainment and great food. A family friendly event with kids' entertainment, kids' activities, attractions and more. A celebration of Bala's beloved cranberry! A visit to Johnston's Cranberry Marsh and Muskoka Lakes Winery should definitely be a part of your festival experience. You will need to book your own passes in advance to partake in events at the marsh.

Historical Concert Venue

For the music lovers - visit The KEE to Bala. Home to legendary summer concerts every weekend!
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The KEE to Bala
1012 Bala Falls Rd
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For the music lovers - visit The KEE to Bala. Home to legendary summer concerts every weekend!

Sightseeing

A must-see when visiting Bala. Beautiful Bala Falls is a short walk with lovely views at the lookout point.
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Bala Falls
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A must-see when visiting Bala. Beautiful Bala Falls is a short walk with lovely views at the lookout point.

Beaches

Jaspen Beach Park is a short 10 minute walk away and has a picnic area, playground and 50m beach front.
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Jaspen Park
Regional Road 38
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Jaspen Beach Park is a short 10 minute walk away and has a picnic area, playground and 50m beach front.

Hiking

Lace up and go for a hike at Huckleberry Rock Trail.
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Huckleberry Rock Lookout
1057 Milford Bay Rd
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Lace up and go for a hike at Huckleberry Rock Trail.
One of my favourite hikes in Muskoka! 8.5km loop immerses you into the beautiful nature Muskoka has to offer; all while being surrounded by the pristine lake. Make it a day trip and find a nice rocky surface to swim!
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Hardy Lake Provincial Park
Highway 169
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One of my favourite hikes in Muskoka! 8.5km loop immerses you into the beautiful nature Muskoka has to offer; all while being surrounded by the pristine lake. Make it a day trip and find a nice rocky surface to swim!

Spa

Take a day trip to the HydroSpa Muskoka at the JW Marriott Resort. Offers a range of indulgent, rejuvenating and pampering rituals - body wraps, massasges and hydrotherapy treatments. Amenities include relaxation lounges, private outdoor pool and hot tub exclusively for spa guests. Must book in advance - (705) 765-7000
Spa Rosseau
1050 Paignton House Rd
Take a day trip to the HydroSpa Muskoka at the JW Marriott Resort. Offers a range of indulgent, rejuvenating and pampering rituals - body wraps, massasges and hydrotherapy treatments. Amenities include relaxation lounges, private outdoor pool and hot tub exclusively for spa guests. Must book in advance - (705) 765-7000
Your quintessential Canadian spa, Muskoka BeerSpa is your place to detox, retox and relax. Hot tubs, pool, saunas, steam room, cabanas, loungers, hammocks, fountains, dump buckets, swings, beer garden and more are all included with your BeerSpa Day Visit.
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Muskoka Beer Spa
1006 Clear Lake Road
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Your quintessential Canadian spa, Muskoka BeerSpa is your place to detox, retox and relax. Hot tubs, pool, saunas, steam room, cabanas, loungers, hammocks, fountains, dump buckets, swings, beer garden and more are all included with your BeerSpa Day Visit.

Exercise

Crossfit Muskoka is a community-based training facility offering quality coaching, premium facilities, incredible events and an authentic training experience. From the first-time gym-goer to the elite athlete, they welcome everyone of all levels! Drop in class is $30 Exclusive to Moon River Cottage guests - enjoy 20% off all personal training services! Please visit www.crossfitmuskoka.com to book a class or PT session
CrossFit Muskoka
162 Medora Street
Crossfit Muskoka is a community-based training facility offering quality coaching, premium facilities, incredible events and an authentic training experience. From the first-time gym-goer to the elite athlete, they welcome everyone of all levels! Drop in class is $30 Exclusive to Moon River Cottage guests - enjoy 20% off all personal training services! Please visit www.crossfitmuskoka.com to book a class or PT session