Pet-friendly holiday rentals in Balsam Lake

One of the most incredible stays I’ve ever experienced in Ontario. This cottage is even better in person; beautifully decorated, impeccably clean and absolutely stunning and serene surroundings. Retreat 82 has all the amenities you could ask for and more, and our dog loved every minute of our stay too. We can’t wait to come back!

Clean , cozy place with all the amenities you'll need. Short walk to a public little beach. Even our Molly enjoyed exploring the fenced in yard and local trails. Cheryl R.

We had a lovely stay. The place was even nicer than we expected. This is the best air bnb we’ve ever had. It was really private and really clean, which was exactly what we were looking for. They provided so many little things which just added to the overall experience. Its the small things that go a long way. The place was really open concept and just really well furnished. Gave a fantastic vibe. The hot stub was clean, private and lovely. You wont be disappointed whatsoever here. Thank you for being a fantastic host Rebecca.

Chelsea’s place was absolutely beautiful ! Upon walking in the house, the view of the water is breathtaking and did not get old each morning while sipping our coffees. The home itself was very homey, and a great wide open space for gathering with friends. Chelsea was super helpful when booking, made recommendations and was super responsive during our stay with any questions we had. I would highly recommend a stay here - can’t get much closer to being “on the lake”!

Very nice stay, if we are ever in Port Hope again we will be staying here! Close to downtown, and the place is private and well kept! Would recommend!

Art’s place is one of the best places I’ve stayed at. It’s a big property with lots of space. The waterfront was pristine with clear water and no weeds. The interior has plenty of space to play games, enjoy the view and simply just relax. We would love to spend an entire week there the next time if Art would welcome us back.

My best friend and I were looking for a place to go for a girls getaway. We both desperately needed to relax and unwind. Devon’s place was exactly what we hoped for. The hot tub and sauna were an added bonus. If you need peace, are looking to rest and relax or even go someplace close to amenities but that still feels secluded Devon’s little slice of heaven is exactly the spot you need. We will definitely be booking for a future girls trip for sure! 💗 5⭐️ place!

Shiyu was a great host. What an amazing and peaceful cottage. We made some great memories there. Shiyu was very responsive and helpful. The place looks exactly, even better than pictures in real life. Shiyu accommodated us in best way possible. Totally worth getting this place for the weekend and spending time with family. Definitely booking it again soon. I would recommend 100% this property if you want to spend quality time with your loved ones.

Had a great stay! Very comfortable, clean and great communication from Vlad! Had a high chair available for use which was a nice touch! The only feedback we would give would be it would be nice to have more than two towels for a family especially being that there’s a pool but that was no big deal! Thanks for a great stay!

Ollie and Frank were tremendous hosts. We loved the log cabin and all their recommendations were exceptional. We will be back!!!

Our stay at Craig and Susan’s place was amazing! The cottage is beautiful and has everything you’d need. The kitchen was stocked, just bring your food and you’re set! The pool was warm and very enjoyable. The scenery was breathtaking and peaceful. Craig and Susan were very welcoming. They were amazing, kind and helpful hosts! The delicious welcome cookies and snacks were a beautiful touch. We will definitely be back!

We were looking for a nice place with indoor pool for our kids, this place was exactly what we were hoping for! The house is very nice, has a few stores nearby to buy anything you might forgot back home. We will definitely come back again!

We stay for 2 nights it was a perfect getaway for us. Lots to do inside and outside our little ones really enjoyed. The host was super nice and responsive. The house was very clean and the detail of the house was very homey. We really enjoyed our stay. Most recommended to book this it was very worth it.

We stayed from 4 night, and despite having almost 72 hours of light but constant rain (it looked like a veil of rain when looking over the fields), we were very comfortable and cozy in the cottage. The trails attached to the cottage are a nice gateway into the surrounding forests. They are and thick with trees that sheltered us from the rain (and any cabin fever). This location also prvoided us easy access (via bike) to the Durham mountain bike trails in the area when the rain let up finally, near the end of our stay.

Had a great stay place was beautiful. Great communication with host would def recommend. Both me and my wife can’t wait to come back again in the future.

Had an amazing weekend. Definitely top 1% home — place looks even better than photo. Very well decorated and maintained. Jennifer is such a great host, super helpful and accommodating. We all wanted to come back :)

This cottage was beautiful . Everything you could want . Michelle was a fantastic host who was very easy to communicate with . Will definitely rent this cottage again

Had a great stay at Farah's cottage. The place was exactly as described and had some decorative touches which made the cottage even nicer. The river is fun to paddle on and neighbours were friendly. Everyone keeps at reduced boat speed so swimming was safe as long as you have a bouy with you. We enjoyed the paddle boards, bonfire outside and hot showers at the end of the day. Farah was lovely to communicate with & reliable.

Me and my Boyfriend had a lovely time at Mike and Rosa's cabin! It was an amazing experience as they even left us little personalised gifts for our anniversary. The cabin is beautiful and the lake is even prettier! We saw a beaver, loon and herons on the lake and enjoyed their beautiful waterfront firepit.

Amy & David's place is peaceful heaven, when you need quite break from your work and city. Its a good quiet neighbourhood with all necessary resources. Although everything nearby closes at 8pm can be challenging. So stock up your food in advance. Amy & David are friendly and responsive whenever needed. All the nearby attractions are just 15-20 mins away. The best part is star gazing at night. Pro tip: bring your tripod to get a breathtaking snap of sky full of stars. Thank you guys, it was a wonderful time.

This place was absolutely amazing! So peaceful and close to nature. It felt like a perfect escape from the city. The space was spotless and well-maintained, and everything we needed was nearby. The view alone made the stay totally worth it. It truly felt like home, and I would definitely love to visit again. Highly recommended!

The apartment was beautiful and spacious. The Airbnb was close to a lot of restaurants and the downtown core. Grocery store and laundromat were close as well. Highly recommend.

Perfect little place for peace and quiet with the right amenities for pampering. Open, clean, and comfortable. Will definitely go back!

We loved our stay in this little A-frame. The surroundings are beautiful (in the middle of the forest surrounded by trees, birds and the sky). The little house has everything one can need, and after a long day of physical activity in the Algonquin Park, having the hot tub and cold plunge felt like a dream. The bed is one of the comfiest I have EVER slept in, and the sound of rain on the metal roof on the last night was simply enchanting. We also loved that it was close to activities, yet you felt truly secluded in the forest, with only nature surrounding you. Thank you !