In the 1920s, Canadian timber barons built stunning ‘cottages’ here, along with sleek mahogany boats to enjoy the water. Later, the area was adopted by Hollywood legends who sought a secluded alternative to Malibu and the Hamptons.

This week, in the footsteps of the rich and famous, Classic Driver explores Muskoka from the driving seat of the new Mercedes S-Class. Read Jan-Christian Richter’s road test to discover what he learns about these two unknowns.