Port Carling

Find the charm of Port Carling with Muskoka Luxury Retreats’ handpicked collection of Port Carling cottage rental homes. Whether you're looking for a quaint house for a family holiday, cozy Port Carling accommodations for a relaxing retreat, or even browsing cottages for sale for an investment opportunity in the future, this "Hub of the Lakes" has an experience you'll never forget in Muskoka.

Port Carling is high-energy in terms of its ambiance, but it has a very relaxed feel. Imagine spending warm afternoons boat cruising on Muskoka, Rosseau, and Joseph lakes right by your back door. Consider dining at waterfront restaurants with views of the water, wandering through the one-of-a-kind shops and galleries in the village, or simply chilling on your dock and taking in the sailboat traffic.

Did you know that Port Carling is called the 'Hub of the Lakes' because the three major Muskoka lakes converge here, connecting them via locks? Yet another historical locks site actually existed from ancient times and still operates for roller use; this makes them great viewing sites. Port Carling hosts the Muskoka Lakes Museum, where visitors can explore the region's steamboat era and logging history. One can also look for a popular landmark linked with an exciting history, such as the so-called 'rock carving' over the channel called 'Indian Head.'

Port Carling offers some good dining. For casual dining, visit a few local cafes. However, if you want to indulge in fine dining, you can choose from among the beautiful waterfront restaurants that offer a stunning view. A short drive from Port Carling leads to the renowned JW Marriott The Rosseau Muskoka Resort. This place offers charming, sparkling dining while providing scenic views of Lake Rosseau. The quaint village of Bracebridge boasts extensive shopping and several dining establishments and is a stone's throw away from Port Carling.

Of course, Port Carling has been the portal through which the rest of great Muskoka is discovered. Rugged long boat cruise against gentle shores, the pleasant diversion into provincial parks close by, traversed by a series of short trails, or the walking journey to a few delightful little towns such as Gravenhurst and Bala, filled with their many adventure possibilities.

You can imagine sitting on the deck during a starry night, sipping drinks, looking fondly back, and laughing with friends and family. Greet the morning with the soft sounds of lapping water against the shore that heralds the early promise of yet another beautiful day in Muskoka. Be it a luxury getaway or a "traditional" Port Carling cottage vacation, Port Carling offers a very classy, unforgettable waterfront hideaway.

Our Port Carling house and cottage rentals are a great way to spend some time soaking in the beauty, vibe, and energy of this quintessential Muskoka destination. Visit the "Hub of the Lakes," and make memories that will last for a very long time in this remarkable Ontario location.