Finding The Perfect Summer Cottage Rental

By Author: Sue ten Brummeler
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Prince Edward Island (PEI) and Muskoka remain two of the most popular travel destinations in Canada to beat the summer heat and find serenity in nature. Both areas feature cottage rentals that are adjacent to water, but have certain distinctions. The main difference is that cottage rentals in PEI are on the Atlantic Ocean and as an island is self-contained, although accessible by bridge, ferry, or plane and Muskoka cottages are by large fresh water lakes.

PEI has surprisingly warm beaches, comparable to the Carolinas in the United States. Even though the temperature will not exceed the 20s Celsius, the water will remain warm and inviting. A prime spot for cottage rentals in PEI is Woods Island because it features a stretch of beach over a mile long and nearby golf courses to practice your swing. A cottage along Northumberland Strait will give you access to PEI’s red sand beaches, a beautiful spot to swim in warm coastal waters. Small sea creatures, ...
... like crabs and mussels can be found along the coast in both locations and will make a tasty meal for seafood lovers.

For a family friendly spot in PEI, look for cottages in Cavendish. There are more activities available and the area is packed with vacationing families each summer, though you’ll have enough room to spread out. Shining Springs Water Park is a great day trip for anyone that wants a day of waterslides and theme park fun. PEI’s National Park give families ample opportunity to relax and explore nature. PEI is rich in sealife as well as birdlife and other wildlife.

If you’re a fan of lakes then try cottage rentals in Muskoka, which could be called the land of over a thousand lakes. Renting a cottage along one of the three jewels, Lake Muskoka, Lake Rosseau and Lake Joseph, is recommended because its central to the best of Muskoka. Georgian Bay is one of the more exclusive areas and is only accessible to cottage renters. It’s striking terrain and nearby park will give seasoned hikers a challenge, but also provides easier trails for guests who are not accustomed to difficult terrain. The lakes have attracted tourists for over 100 years and now host a slew of celebrities who come to the area to fish and kick back in their luxurious lakeside cottages.

For those who are looking for adventure, art, and culture, Muskoka offers tours, festivals, and entertainment throughout the summer and rest of the year. Algonquin Park is a prime spot for canoeing and enthusiastic visitors will be able to retrace the path of First Nation people. These old canoe routes will give visitors an insight into Muskoka’s rich culture history and abundant wildlife. Along this route, moose and other animals can be seen in a relatively pristine park that stretches over thousands of acres. The region is vast, so it’s better for travelers looking to stay a week or more.

The writer is associated with Online Cottage Rental, the leading platform helping people find the right cottages to rent and allowing property owners to list and attract buyers/renters. They are the leading choice for cottage rentals in PEI in Canada.