Again, was not disappointed! Stopped by for lunch with a friend. Ordered the same chicken club on…read moreGF bread since it was so good last time. This time I also tried a salad on the side that was like a vinaigrette slaw made from mainly cauliflower - it was delicious and flavourful. My friend got the pulled pork sandwich with potato salad and said it was excellent! We were able to eat outside which was so nice. We both agreed, we'll be back next time we're in the neighbour.

Cottage Cravings only recently came to Bala after a fire at their original Gravenhurst location…read more last year left them looking for a new space. But I'm so glad they landed in our tiny, sleepy town: CC is about as close as it gets to a one-stop shop here. There aren't a lot of places where you can grab a coffee and sandwich, pick up cheese and charcuterie to take home, or grab wall art or dish towels for the cottage. I appreciate that the products here are so thoughtfully selected as well. Cottage decor can teeter on kitschy, but the selection at CC -- technicolor enameled outdoor dining sets, lake-themed hooked rugs, craftsman birdhouses -- is tasteful as well as fun. Popsicle makers and painted martini glasses give ideas. Food from local vendors means you don't have to wait for next week's farmers market to pick up those jams or condiments. And a bounty of healthful dining options from veggie paninis to fresh soups make a quick, delicious lunch. CC definitely makes a great addition to our little hamlet.

Dollar Tree in Huntsville is a phenomenal budget-shopping destination that consistently delivers…read moreincredible value and convenience. Conveniently situated in the active commercial hub on Commerce Park Drive, this retail store is a go-to spot for locals and visitors looking to stretch their dollar without sacrificing variety. The interior is impressively bright, tidy, and organized, making it easy to navigate through the well-marked aisles. What truly sets this specific location apart is the sheer breadth of its inventory. It is packed with an extensive selection of daily household essentials, cleaning supplies, seasonal holiday decor, party materials, and a surprisingly robust snack and pantry section. Whether you are stocking up on gift bags, crafting items for a school project, or grab-and-go treats for a weekend getaway in Muskoka, you are almost guaranteed to find exactly what you need. The customer service here is equally commendable. The staff members are friendly, quick on their feet, and highly efficient at keeping checkout lines moving smoothly during peak shopping hours. For anybody in the Huntsville area looking to keep their everyday household expenses low, this Dollar Tree is an absolute lifesaver.

Your regular dollarstore. Nice and clean. Easy to find things in the large long isles. Dollartree…read morecan never go wrong. Everything is 1.25.

What a terrific shop and location in Port Carling. Everyone is greeted with a smile and sincere…read morehello and how can they help. Hostess gifts, birthday gifts , Father's day, wedding, any day , I seem to find the perfect piece or article of clothing whenever I stop in. They are constantly adding new lines and items so fun to stop in just because.

Super friendly people. The latte was pretty decent - best I had in days :)read more

Super cute cafe in Baysville, with a very neat selection of loose leaf teas (!) and antiques. A…read morevery nice place to sit and have a relaxing coffee/tea. They also serve beer, if tea isn't your cup of tea.

The lady working (store owner) was very helpful and gave us a lot of detail about her products…read more(potato & pork pie) the price was a bit steep but for a small business that was understandable. Definitely a cool spot to check out if you're in the muskoka area.

Saturday Afternoons opened probably two or three summers ago in Bala, but this was the first year…read morehusband and I bothered to go in. What we found was a high-end (read: well-crafted but fairly expensive), somewhat generic (read: could have come from Pottery Barn/Restoration Hardware/Crate & Barrel/West Elm) home decor store. While I appreciate that style for anchor pieces like sofas and end tables, I'd definitely rather fill a glass lamp with my *own* found seashells than buy one pre-filled. I wasn't all that surprised to learn, then, when composing my Yelp review, that Saturday Afternoons is a small Ontario chain. Because nothing in the Bala outpost seems particularly Muskoka specific like so many other home goods stores 'round these parts.

Great friendly people to deal with. Bought a really nice top, a prewashed cotton piece. Price was…read morenot a concern for me. Have not seen one like this before really nice and unique. Will stop in again. This was a top the wife grabbed

"Is this your first season open?" I ask the owner as she helps Pops select just the right size of…read morelong-sleeved, moose-adorned tee as a souvenir. "No, I've been here 20 years!" she replies cheerfully. Which means this is the exact same shop I've browsed the last eight summers running, and I had no idea what the name was. "Oh," I say sheepishly. "Then you've redecorated?" Fortunately, she replies with an enthusiastic nod. New jewelry cases, a ton more women's clothing, a reorganization of display stands and shelves, and a funky new Anthropolgie-esque inventory of home goods. This means that I have rather a few souvenirs in my possession that've come from Golden Valley Trading: a pair of amber teardrop earrings, some metallic sandals, a fleecy Muskoka sweatshirt, and a deliciously-scented tub of Fruits & Passion Monoï body butter than disappeared years ago and she hasn't carried since. *pout* My powers of observation are clearly suffering; but it *is* good to know that one of my most reliable sources for cottage summer souvenirs isn't going anywhere any time soon.

Great rustic and authentic items but are rather pricyread more

Wow. The best shop in Muskoka, maybe even Canada!read more

They've got most everything you need for cottage living daily. Very nice folks running it too, and…read morehelpful team as well.

Sad to see it decline. Since being sold by the Robinson's, it has gone out of business once and…read morelooks like it's heading for a second time. It is no longer a Home Hardware and is not replenishing its stock. You have to go to Dwight for a fully stocked hardware store. The shelves are sparse. It is also no longer a Food Town grocery. The aisles are thin with noticeably not enough stock. Prices keep going up and up and up for what little selection there is. Hopefully it will turn around as it is a mainstay of Dorset.