Peninsula Lake is one of the largest lakes in Huntsville, Ontario. Lined with 27kms of dramatic natural shorelines, it’s no wonder that so many cottagers choose to spend their summers here and why many locals have decided to make Pen Lake their permanent home. In addition, Peninsula Lake is connected to 3 other local lakes, which combined allows boaters over 40 miles of water to explore.
Peninsula Lake, known locally as ‘Pen Lake,’ sits within the municipalities of both Huntsville and Lake of Bays and is one of the larger, major lakes that make up the 4-lake chain. With scenic shorelines and access to a number of services and amenities, Peninsula Lake is a wonderful place to consider purchasing a cottage. Properties that surround the lake can range in size, shape and style and many of the properties around the lake are situated on year round roads making it a great choice for not only a seasonal cottage, but also a great option for a permanent residence.
For those who enjoy exploring by boat, Pen Lake offers over 27kms of natural shoreline to be discovered. In addition, Peninsula Lake is connected to Fairy Lake, Lake Vernon as well as Mary Lake; together this chain of lakes in Huntsville grants you access to over 40 miles of boating, an array of services and amenities, sights and so many places to visit. As one of the larger lakes in Huntsville, Peninsula Lake offers marina services, several public boat launch locations, and options for docking your boat if you choose to stop and visit some of the local shops or restaurants.
Residents and visitors of Peninsula Lake will be pleased to know that lake data, water quality, shoreline enhancements and activity are all monitored by the Peninsula Lake Community Association. This group oversees the overall general health and quality of the water by monitoring it regularly, as well as offering support and advice for property owners regarding concerns or questions about the lake. This is a not-for-profit organization and they do appreciate not only financial donations, but also appreciate the time of members who work to keep the waters clean and enjoyable for all who come to enjoy beautiful Muskoka.
When you choose a property on Pen Lake, you can be sure that there will be plenty to keep you busy. Whether you like to cast your line off the end of the dock, relax in the Muskoka room taking in the breathtaking views, boat into the Huntsville Town Docks for dinner and a show or venture to Deerhurst for a round of world class golf and dinner at one of their award winning restaurants. The possibilities are endless, and the memories will be priceless!
Let us be your guide to the lake. If you are considering a home or cottage on Peninsula Lake, we want to help you to find the perfect one. Whether it is a quintessential Muskoka cottage you are looking for, a new build with a view, or a building lot to build your dream we have the knowledge of the lake and the surrounding areas to assist you in finding the one that checks all of the boxes. Come discover Muskoka and see why so many cottages are multi-generational and why guests continue to return year after year.
If you are considering searching for cottages for sale on Peninsula Lake or perhaps have made the decision to make Pen Lake your year round home, there are several areas of the lake to consider. Muskoka is considered to be a nature lovers’ playground, and having access to a bigger lake, like Peninsula, will give you access to more amenities and services as well as giving you far more area to explore and much more space for sports like tubing or water skiing. Since Peninsula Lake is directly connected to 3 other main lakes in Huntsville – Fairy Lake, Lake Vernon and Mary Lake – you also have access to all of the wonderful services that these lakes have to offer and endless miles of boating.
When searching for properties on Peninsula Lake, consider that some roads surrounding the lake may not be maintained year round. Some roads may be maintained privately and therefore annual fees are often required for maintenance and possibly snow removal. If you having access to your property in all seasons is important to you, than this should be something you should certainly be aware of.
Real estate on Peninsula Lake is sought-after by locals and tourists alike. The thought of having access to so many activities and the appealing lifestyle that Muskoka has to offer makes Pen Lake an ultimate destination for fun for all ages! Let our knowledge of the lake and expertise of the surrounding areas be your guide to a summer of adventure and a lifetime of lasting memories.
Each season in Muskoka brings with it a number of outdoor activities to keep you active and entertained, and Peninsula Lake is a prime example. In the summer months, guests to the lake can enjoy fishing for a number of species either off the dock, or from your boat, pack a lunch and tour the 40 miles of boating, or simply swim or lounge at the lakeside basking in the sun. Deerhusrt Resort is just a wuick boat ride away where you can experience world class golfing and savour dishes made with local ingerdiants prepared by award winning chefs. In addition, there are also a number of local trails and scenic lookout points for those looking to take in the natural surroundings that make Muskoka such a special place to visit.
For the winter explorers, ice fishing is very popular. In the winter months, once the ice has been deemed safe to venture out on, you can look out and see several fish huts where fishers will spend hours trying to hook the biggest fish. In Muskoka, snowmobiling is also a popular activity. We are very fortunate to have so many well groomed trails in Muskoka where permit owners can spend the entire day touring the lakes and surrounding areas.
For the Fall guests, prepare to be delighted and amazed by the colours of the trees. Huntsville is a great tourist destination all year round, but the Fall is known to bring hundreds and hundreds of visitors from near and far to experience the incredible spectacle. Huntsville is also rich in maple syrup and a number of producers offer tours through their forests and sugar shacks which is truly a once in a lifetime experience that is fun for all ages!
