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!!

Absolutely love coming to West Bay House! We consider it paradise! Richard is always helpful and…read morethere for anything you need!

Awesome family fun for everyone!…read more West bay is the best kept secret in North-Eastern Ontario! If you are looking for a quick and easy get away without the hassle of packing your whole kitchen, I would highly recommend this resort. The accommodations are lovely and rustic. You are provided with everything you need as far as utensils and kitchen supplies, but the owners still let it be known numerous times that if we needed anything at all to let them know. They were beyond accommodating, and a real pleasure to deal with. This was our first time coming to West bay, and I have already booked for two more weekends this season. The cabin was adorable, and just what we needed. The cabins are dated, but definitely part of their charm. If you are looking for brand new state of the art cottage then you should check out the Hilton Hotels... However if interested in spending copious amounts of time outdoors enjoying a beautiful quiet lake, Spotless beach with safe water access, awesome hiking trails, and star filled nights.. I couldn't recommend any better place. 10 STARS!

On a scale of 1-10, you truly are a 25!…read more I've just returned from my 7th year in a row, week-long stay at Arowhon Pines, where perfection is the watchword, where attention to detail is evident at all levels, from the continuous renovations that blend into the environment so well you'd think they'd always been that way, to the lovingly prepared food always with a new twist every year, to the friendly and helpful housekeeping staff, to the hardworking kitchen and dining room staff; to the groundskeepers and maintenance men, whose invisible presence is felt in all the beauty, cleanliness and perfection around the property. Nothing is too much trouble for the approachable yet unobtrusive staff. I ate well, slept well, played well and worked well. Heaven couldn't possibly be more beautiful or more perfect. Coming back is always like coming home to an amazing family. It's my annual pilgrimage for rest, rejuvenation and restoration, while the Arowhon muse helps me write up a storm on my books and blog. Thank you to Theresa, Adam, David, Edward, Erik and everyone for your effective, tireless, welcoming hospitality. I didn't think you could improve on perfection, but you've done it again! On a scale of 1-10, you truly are a 25!

(Late to review) I…read morewent here with 4 of my friends for a friend's birthday at dinner time. My friend graciously paid for everyone (yay!!) and it was $75pp for an all you eat meal. It was delicious and scrumptious. The appetizers and desserts are the highlight for sure - there's sushi, chicken wings, sandwiches, a variety of dips and veggies, soup etc etc. For the entree, you can eat two entrees, so I got the steak and fish. The steak was great but the fish could use more seasoning. The desserts were so great - full selection from mousse to date squares. After the meal, you can sit outside in the balcony and it's truly beautiful. Algonquin Park at its finest. It was definitely one of the best meals I've had this year. We sat for too long and they shut off the lights at around 9:30pm for the main lodge and that was our cue to leave. :)

Stayed with my family for the long weekend in a rental cabin and it was just fabulous! The kids…read morecan play in the sand by the lake along with in the playground. The view from our deck was just amazing beautiful lake ~ we just loved it. The mobile home/cabin was really nice/clean/new and equipped with absolutely everything we needed to relax and enjoy the outdoors. The pool was also a hit with the kids - they loved fishing off the docks as well. The park itself is really clean and maintained very nicely by the family who owns the park. I would definitely recommend this to any family who would like to get away to the lake this summer- its a wonderful destination that we truly enjoyed and will go to again!

My sentiments EXACTLY as the reviewer's below. I've been struggling with whether to post a review…read morefor a while. We want to keep coming back but it's like a great fishing spot - you don't reveal it other than to your loved ones . My friend and I spent a MAGICAL weekend last Spring at Erin's and are coming back again this Spring. And setting the intention that it will continue to be our annual tradition. The lake is large and beckons to be explored, including secluded estuaries teeming with life (great for skinny dipping also!), hiking trails within a few minutes' walk and friendly critters right on the property. Well worth the drive from Toronto!

This place is a little slice of heaven and I am almost scared to post a positive review because I…read moredon't want it to suddenly become overrun with thousands of American loud tourists. However I have to do my duty and tell the truth, we have gone there almost yearly for a piece of peace and quiet in my favorite type of lifestyle which is canoeing, Kayaking, hiking, swimming, Sandcastle's on the beach, fresh air and exercise, and barbecued awesome food while looking at a stunning sunset -it faces exactly west on one of the quietest most deserted likes I've ever been on, we never ever see any boats on there or any other tourists...from our own private dock with a roaring fire in the hearth. Surrounded by Canadian nature and birds and butterflies and flowers that I have known and loved my whole life, and our incredible host Erin is absolutely the best, there's no way you could improve. And don't even get me started on the delicious breakfast. I have never had croissants like that including in Paris. Thank you so much Erin, there's no way you could improve anything here. Can't wait to see you in 2 months. I will add some video here that was taken by our drone, yes that's me and my 13-year-old son in the canoe.....https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iwMIUryXAgA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0Vbs-__9_Y

Picturesque. A 2 bedroom lower apt outside Huntsville in the forest. Steps to a completely private…read morelake facing a nature reserve. Stunning sunrise. Boats, BBQ, fire pit, wifi etc. Check AirBnB.

Booked a winter weekend family getaway, hoping to enjoy some snowshoeing, hiking and the frozen…read morelake for some skating, but there was no common lake access or signage to show where to go and felt if I did venture between the lakefront cottages, that I would be intruding on others privacy. The cottage decor was nicely updated with new finishes with basic (and I mean BASIC) amenities however this could not make up for the beds being as stiff as sleeping on plywood and the lack of having a warm blanket. Not providing more than one roll of toilet paper, dishcloth, dish towel, very little dish soap, hooks for towels to hang up, a wobbly coat rack, a broken outdoor first step, or even a snow shovel left a sour taste in our mouths. We will not be returning, wi there or summer.

Well beside that owner tried to scam my friend damaging boat engine which eventually had an issue…read moreand we reported right away but "mechanic" from hill billy town said that's okay I had a great time and I loved nature. Lake is few steps away from actual house and I did not expect a lot for a 3 bedroom place for 6 people at 120$ per night. There were not to many youngsters so it wasn't load only last day some teenagers came with no girls and started to make some noises. Fishing is great but be aware it mostly shallow and you can damage your boat. If you expect some visitors please be ready to see an owner asking you to pay extra $$$. So to finish with I won't go there again only because of sneaky owner and some mechanics who tried to get some extra cash for broke a** engine which is probably older than I am.