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Highlands East holiday rentals start at $218 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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140 of Highlands East holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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4.9 Average rating
Highlands East stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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Cozy "Brownie House" with a Million Dollar view
Escape and recharge at our cozy and peaceful licensed place with stunning views, spacious lot, own lake access. 15 min from Haliburton. Main floor offers open concept kitchen, bathroom, living room, wood stove & pull-out couch. Upstairs there is a loft with 2 single beds and a bedroom with a queen bed. Deck with BBQ and patio set & fire pit are surrounded by trees. Gather at the bonfire and watch the stars. A path continues through the woods to the dock, kayak & canoe. Behaved pets only. Enjoy!

Kabin Paudash Lake
Our Kabin is a newly renovated, all-season, boutique 4 bedroom cottage (approx. 1,500 sq ft) with many details and features that we are excited to share with you. Located at the water's edge, the Kabin has beautiful south-eastern exposure, overlooking Lake Paudash. Water can be accessed by the gently sloping sandy beachfront or from our brand new dock. Just over 2 hours away from Toronto, but the scenic Hwy 28 makes the time fly by. We just LOVE our place and are certain that you will too!

Couples Forest Retreat: Hot Tub, Sauna, Fireplace
Escape to a historic estate wellness retreat. Described by Narcity Canada as “Like Living in the Holiday” Praised as a couple's getaway, near Ste. Anne's Spa. Follow us @coachhouse_cobourg Step into a 150-year-old coach house nestled on a stunning 5-acre Victorian estate. This beautifully restored guest house combines historic charm with modern comforts, offering a private hot tub, sauna, a cozy fireplace, and a serene escape minutes from Cobourg’s vibrant downtown and pristine beaches.

Lakefront Haliburton | Sauna + Kayaks + Dock | 3BR
Escape to our private lakefront cabin in Haliburton, just 10 minutes from town — featuring a 6-person sauna and a screened-in porch for year-round relaxation. Set on 100 ft of private lakefront, this cozy yet spacious cottage is perfect for couples, families, or friends looking to unwind in nature — whether you're swimming and paddling in summer, enjoying fall colours, or warming up in the sauna after a snowy day. Pricing includes HST. 2.5 hrs from GTA on Long / Miskwabi Lake

Peaceful Retreat on Baptiste Lake
Get away to this gorgeous property on Baptiste Lake! Amenities: - High-speed Starlink Internet - BBQ and wrap-around deck - Large dock(s) for swimming and fishing - Breezy 3-season sunroom with a view - South-facing, sun on the dock all day, and a sunrise view - Good lake for pike, pickerel, bass and trout - Cozy woodstove for winter warmth - Snowmobile access to lake (300m down the road) Getting here: - Easy drive from Toronto or Ottawa, 1 hour from Algonquin Park

Highland Bliss Gorgeous Lakefront Cottage& Hot Tub
Highland Bliss is perfect for romantic getaways, friends' weekend or family holidays. 2.5 hrs from GTA and 15 mins to downtown Haliburton for groceries, pharmacy, LCBO, and restaurants. Relax and recharge in our stylish, cozy space. Chill out in our brand-new Hot Tub. Take our "Stairway to Haven" to enjoy Long Lake where the water is clear and perfect for swimming, canoeing, kayaking or relaxing on the dock. Explore Haliburton Highlands. Find your "Bliss"

Charming A Frame Waterfront Cottage
Kennedy Cottage is a charming Canadian A Frame cottage nestled on the peaceful shoreline of beautiful South Portage Lake in Haliburton, Ontario. Designed with floor to ceiling windows, you will take in the wonderful views and sunshine from anywhere on the property. Our fireplace will be sure to keep you warm and cozy on those cooler nights or choose to a fire outdoors and relax under the stars. For those who need to work, Bell Fiber Optics will make it easy.

Luxary Lake Escape | Hot Tub, Sauna & Lake Front
✨ Luxury Eagle Lake Spa Retreat ✨ Experience the "wow" factor 10 mins from Haliburton! 🌲 This designer cottage features a private natural waterfront with shallow, clean water— perfect for swimming. The Highlights: Wellness: Private Hot Tub & Sauna Water: Kayaks, Canoes, Pedal Boat & Life Jackets Outdoors: Large Fire Pit, BBQ & Trekking Trails Included: All Linens, Towels & Coffee Station Essentials: Wi-Fi, Washer/Dryer, TV & Sleds

Luxury Four-Season Riverside Cabin
Four-season cottage, on the Irondale River. Enjoy luxuries such as heated bathroom floors, soaker tub, modern kitchen, washer/dryer. The high ceilings and windows allow nature in. Step out to paradise, relax by the campfire, paddle or swim the river. Three bedrooms: King, queen, double, plus 2 Bean Bag chairs that convert into mattresses. Perfect for families or romantic getaways. Comfortably sleeps 6 guests. NEW- STARLINK INTERNET!!

Lake Cabin: Private, 6BR, HotTub, Sauna, GameRoom
Welcome to 360 Peninsula Oasis 840 feet of private shoreline. 360° lake views from every room. No neighbours — just crown land, open water, and your group. This is the cottage people talk about for years. Nestled on a stunning peninsula on Koshlong Lake in the Haliburton area, this fully renovated 6-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom retreat sits on 3.5 private acres surrounded by crown land on all sides. Only 3 hours from the GTA.

Dock | Modern Muskoka Waterfront
Enjoy the picture-perfect sights of Muskoka only two hours from downtown Toronto. Kayak on the Muskoka river, enjoy dinner on the oversized back deck, watch sunsets & stars, and roast marshmallows by the fire. This stunning two bedroom cottage is equipped with a fully modern interior. Keep warm by the beautiful Norwegian gas fireplace in the winter; stay cool with refreshing AC in the warmer months. DOCK has it all.

Kabin Tapoke | Wild Kabin | Hot tub-Sauna-Sunsets
Welcome to Kabin Tapoke – a signature retreat by Wild Kabin Co. A beautiful waterfront cottage located in Minden Hills, Ontario. The 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage is positioned high in the trees and has incredible views of Moore Lake, situated on 1.13 acres and 255ft of shoreline. This gorgeous private forest setting, only 2 hours from the GTA is perfect for a family getaway! STR24-00016
Popular amenities for Highlands East cottage rentals
Cottage rentals with a hot tub

Driftwood Bay

Stunning cottage with Hot Tub!

Lux-5 Bdrm-Waterfront+Hot Tub+Sauna+Game Rm+SUP's+

Muskoka Lake Hideaway+ HOT TUB, Bonfires, 4-Season

4 Bed, 3 Bath, Stunning Bit of Paradise, Hot Tub

Tiny Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub

Rocky Moose Lake Cottage

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Paradise on Paudash-Southern Exposure

Muskoka Waterfront Cabin w/ pool table&Falls view

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Hills Haven - Luxury Riverfront Cottage

The Hudson - Riverside Cabin, Bracebridge

Twin Pines - Escape. Unwind. Repeat.

Secluded Luxury River Retreat with Sauna
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Beautiful Waterfront Cottage on Kennisis Lake

Raven’s Den Cottage in Haliburton

Yogi's Lakefront Cabin

Salerno Hideaway

The LAKEHOUSE on Papineau (4 SEASON)

Private Peninsula Paudash Lake

A Tory Lake Treasure in Haliburton County

Cozy Modern Lake House
When is the best time to visit Highlands East?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $424 NZD | $399 NZD | $384 NZD | $364 NZD | $417 NZD | $443 NZD | $552 NZD | $550 NZD | $396 NZD | $387 NZD | $349 NZD | $427 NZD |
| Avg. temp | -7°C | -6°C | -1°C | 6°C | 12°C | 17°C | 20°C | 19°C | 15°C | 9°C | 3°C | -3°C |
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