Cute little store with ice cream and general items like cereal, toiletries, handmade bracelets and…read moreeven real worms. I went inside for Kawartha's ice cream. I had the birthday cake flavour which was just very refreshing and one scoop was actually 2 scoops. Amazing! Cottage country at it's finest!

We had a great time during our stay at Belcast cottages. The location on Baptiste Lake is perfect…read more We spent almost every day relaxing by (or in) the water, it was definitely a great get-away vacation! If you're into canoeing, fishing, boating, etc.. Baptiste Lake is perfect. Also, Algonquin Park is only an hours drive away and you can experience all that is has to offer! The renovated cottages have been fixed up great, and provide a rustic feel. Comfortable beds, and screened in breezeways to keep you away from the bugs but still feel like the outdoors! Overall, I would highly recommend Belcast Cottages and can't wait to go back!!

Great place wth a great view. Nice amenities at the end of the line so it has very little…read moredistraction that you don't want. The owners are great as well. They stayed out of the way until we had a problem with the water and they were there very quickly to fix it. Will have to come back again some day.

Once again we returned and just like the previous 28 years the experience was better than last…read moreyears. Pike hit like they'd not fed in years and bass were as consistent as ever. Bob, Andy and Nancy just as cordial as ever and that is saint a lot. I'd say God bless Griffin's but I see He already has.

As always, Bob Griffin & staff never disappoint. Beautiful grounds dotted w/amazing flower beds,…read more5-star dinners in the lodge including just-picked vegs from his garden, picnic basket lunches w/a daily homemade pie to take on the boat w/ or w/out professional guides who'll pull over & help cook up shore lunches w/ur morning catch & bacon, bacon, bacon! Vintage cottages w/kitchen amenities, swimming pool, & crystal clear Gananoque Lake will restore your soul. The highlight of our summers, 4 generations, this our 45th year. Can't wait to return!

Been going to Tedford's for almost 30 years and will keep going as long as we are able. They treat…read moreyou like family, the food is excellent and plentiful, the cabins are kept so clean, the grounds manicured and the views of the Lake from the cabins is peaceful and tranquil to enjoy after a long day of good fishing ! Make it your go to place if you want to get away from the rest of the world for a while, relax and enjoy !!!

Tedford's has been a decades long family tradition. From trips with my college friends to now with…read moremy own kids. Same exceptional touch every year we go- same great fishing every time we put our line in the water. Always the best memories.

First off, you don't have to drive up the steep hill, go left around the house to get to the…read moreparking without issue. The location is near the lake across the road, about a 30 second walk to the docks. While we were there, the owners were in the house next door and they seemed very friendly. A tremendous amount of room. We had 11 or 12 people and there was still a lot of space to relax. Nice patio with a good view of the woods. Lots of comfortable chairs and couches and HD satellite TV for those rainy nights. Overall a great place to stay. The only problem is the water is a tad yukky on the bottom but the seems to be the case for the whole lake.

Went there for the long weekend. Amazing country around. Very peaceful and pretty. Lake was just…read moreacross the road from us. The only downside is that owner's cottage was like right beside us. Doesn't make it a very private .. . I think if you are trying to get out of the big city you would like some more privacy .., could be just me.. Great conditions inside. Washing machine, dryer, full kitchen.. All you need. Great for big company or just small family.

A few weeks ago, my daughter called me and said that we should go on a "Staycation". I did not know…read morewhat this meant. She explained that many people were doing this to save money in transportation when going to other places. It meant we stay in Kingston, where we live, and enjoy re-discovering our town, taking tours, we had not done before, disconnecting for a few days of our jobs, and most important, spending time just us: mother and daughter. What a wonderful surprise it was for me to arrived at Frontenac Club to spent 3 days together. This boutique hotel is one of a kind located in the heart of downtown Kingston. We parked the car in the parking lot of the hotel during all our stay, as we were able to walk to the sites we wanted to visit. Also, within walking distance are the best restaurants in town. We were given two marvelous suites, one with a full living room, king bed, and an astonishing bathroom with a bathtub. The other one was also very impressive with all the amenities needed. Both suites were impeccable clean! Every morning, we went down to their restaurant called "The Bank" where we had a well served and complete breakfast (included), and the last day we dine there (tapas), accompanied by life music and the tastiest margaritas I have ever had. Frontenac Club personnel make a special point to get to know their guests. With 20 suites, all with different themes and sizes, they catered families, singles and couples. They have a sweet bar and small arcade for children, a lounge to read and play games, a patio to relax, enjoy the weather while having meals served also there. It is important to note that Frontenac Club is a heritage historic house build in 1871, and although it has been completely and beautifully renovated, it has kept its special character. It was home to one of the first Canadian Bank of Montreal, and therefore there is a vault, so large that it has been conditioned to host business meetings or private celebrations. I highly recommend staying at Frontenac Club. If you are celebrating an anniversary, or a family gathering (my brother and his family stayed here when they visited us from overseas), or if you are celebrating another special occasion, or coming to Kingston as a tourist, or as a staycation guest, you will not be disappointed!

From the moment my mom and I walked through the doors of the Frontenac Club, we knew we had arrived…read moresomewhere truly extraordinary. We had planned a three day, two night staycation, with the plan to play tourists in our own beautiful city. The Frontenac Club, as the premiere luxury hotel in the area, was the ideal backdrop to this mother-daughter time, but to say that it exceeded our expectations is a serious understatement. The property itself is stunning, a perfect blend of historic character and modern luxury. The rooms are elegant yet inviting, with thoughtful design that makes every detail feel curated just for you. Our suites were a sanctuary: the Bell had soaring windows that filled the space with light, plush bedding that enveloped us in comfort, and my room, the Locomotive, had a spa-like bathroom that made every morning and evening feel indulgent. Every single inch of every space was impeccable. I am not sure if the staff run around with magnifying glasses, but I swear I couldn't find one thing that wasn't so clean that it sparkled. Each morning, we had a fantastic breakfast, included. It was really fun to come back to the room each night to find the menu for the next morning - each day had a special feature. On the first morning we had the Frontenac Benny, and on the second, we had stuffed french toast (a personal standout for the trip). We also loved the signature cocktails offered at the gorgeous bar, and indulged in the Candy Bar hidden away on the 2nd floor. Even sitting and reading in the comfortable and well appointed boardgame bar was a quiet respite from regular life. But what truly sets the Frontenac Club apart is the people, especially Sean. His warmth, dedication, and genuine care made us feel like family. That rare balance of world-class luxury with heartfelt hospitality is almost impossible to find, and yet Sean and the team deliver it effortlessly. My mom and I will never forget how welcome and cared for we felt; it's the kind of experience that stays with you long after you leave. When I first arrived, Thomas showed me to our rooms, and I told my mom that I would need to go get some bath bombs for the huge soaker tub. To my surprise, a few moments later while I was settling in, Thomas knocked on the door with some bath supplies. Each member of staff is available at all times - a cellphone number is provided and you can text any request and they will literally go above and beyond to find a way to make things even more special. Its these kinds of little moments that make a luxury stay so worthwhile. Kingston is a great place to visit. To see it from the lens of visitors for the first time really reminded us what makes it so special - we took the Island Princess boat cruise and saw a stunning sunset, ate at world-class restaurants like Tango Nuevo and Casa Domenico, and enjoyed the Kingston Penitentiary tour. Thank you to the Frontenac Club for hosting us on this really special getaway. From the quiet elegance of the rooms, to the extraordinary service, to the sense of being at home in a place so rich with history, the Frontenac Club is more than a hotel--it's a destination in itself. Kingston is lucky to have such a gem, and we can't wait to return. (If I could give more, I would.)

This past weekend I travelled to Ottawa from Toronto with my husband for a Triathlon. We decided…read moreto take an additional off from work and booked a long weekend at a cottage on the water in White Lake, Ottawa (Thursday to Sunday). I contacted Snowbird (they rent cottages as well) and she assured me a tranquil and relaxing cottage on the water. We arrived around midnight on Thursday and were awoken by renovations early on Friday. Shortly after, the owners met us at the cottage (which is in fact the guest house to their main residence, where the renovations are taking place) and apologized for the noise - unfortunately, their tiling had fallen down from their newly renovated rooms and they were in a stretch for an upcoming wedding - that is taking place in 2 weeks. To further the inconvenience, an hour later, the bed (in the one room guest house) cracked through, causing me to fall through the frame entirely. We attempted to call the owners in order to have our issue fixed from early afternoon until well in the evening. When we were not able to reach them by phone, we travelled down to their main office (Snowbird Haven) and their residence (where they indicated previously we could find them). Unfortunately, we were not able to find them and we were forced to spend the night on the floor. The next day, far from relaxed, we decided to leave after the Triathlon instead of returning. I contacted the owners and requested to be reimbursed for the last night we did not spend there. She did not respond to my emails and when I finally called her, she stated she has no interest to reimburse me as it was "my choice to leave" and I would hear from her lawyer. A few hours later she called me to tell me her lawyer advised her to reimburse me. When I accepted the transfer, I received a slew of emails including personal attacks: "I see you accepted the money e transfer. You are a very impatient person as I can see you wrote a review on cottage country. That is something that I would expect from a person from Toronto, so I am not surprised. That was how quickly you wrote and that is the same as you trying to reach us. You expect it right away, and think you are the only person we are dealing with. You have a serious problem..oh yes you are a controller by trade....that is it. are a very self centered person and you are certainly not the definition of a "Mother"

Stayed at the big cottage and had a wonderful time. Such a…read morebeautiful park. The owners Joanne and Ken were very welcoming and made our weekend special. We'll definitely be back.