Sunshine & views galore on Lake Muskoka in a prime location boasting a "10 out of 10" walk score to the shops and restaurants of Bala. Contemporary flare & traditional design unite in the water's edge set (~26.75' from shore), 4 season, 3 bedroom + a den, 3 bathroom, 2 level cottage, with walls of windows, wood-burning floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace in the Great room, chef's gourmet kitchen with centre island, beautiful pine ceilings throughout, waterside dining room bookended by 2 lakeside decks. Principal suite on the main floor features walk-in closet and a 4 pc. ensuite with double sinks. Finished lower level walkout with radiant in-floor heat, tile floor, propane-burning stone fireplace, and walkouts from both lakeview bedrooms. Extensive landscaping, waterfalls, and a stunning 'piece-de-resistance' newer 2-slip, 2-storey, fully suited boathouse, with lifts, and a guest suite atop, plus both open sun and covered shade lounging deck as well, with once again, incredible views. Large dock area spans the full width of the boathouse thanks to the side-entrance slips. Views are spectacular and span from summer sunrise to the afterglow of summer sunset with a NNE yet sunny exposure. Truly an archetypal Muskoka Lakes cottage offering, with visages of olde Muskoka and the famed Bala Harbour at lakeside, yet very private and discretely tucked away, all on its own, with all "the bells" and modern comforts, even municipal water. Perfect for entertaining & hosting a crowd, with multiple interior & exterior gathering spaces, and beautiful curb appeal from all sides. A delightful, value-packed, mostly furnished, turnkey offering that encapsulates the finest of views, topography, shorelines, deeper waters, and quality workmanship. Slips measure 26'6" x 10' each, with depths of ~6' & ~8', with over 10' off the end of the dock.