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    5.0 (2 reviews)

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    Echo Woods B&B - Library

    Echo Woods B&B

    5.0(1 review)
    32.3 km

    I don't know where to begin to describe my love for Echo Woods B&B. The owners Darlene and Bob are…read morethe loveliest couple, they define how a B&B experience can be above and beyond. Upon our arrival, we are given a tour of the beautiful house, with its own library, guest living space with a small kitchen fully stocked with teas, and the dining area for breakfast. The house is beautifully decorated and makes the perfect set for taking pictures for our special occasion. We got the Whispering Pines Room which is the largest with a balcony and fireplace. Inside the room: - A mini fridge with milk and cream - A Keurig with complementary coffees, teas and specialty hot chocolates - A Dyson fan & thermostat controlled fireplace - An Apple router (super fast internet) - A TV loaded with Netflix for your chills ;) So first impressions are damn impressive, but it doesn't end there! The washroom is loaded with an extensive array of toiletries that you won't even find free in many luxury hotels, like nail polish remover, deodorant, brand new sleeping eye mask and more! The shower has both a regular handheld shower head and a rainfall one, with temperatures on an individual dial with numbers you can adjust (no hot lava vs icy cold settings here!). You also get your own spa bathrobes, I mean WOW. Breakfast is also a gourmet experience I would have happily paid more than $20 a person for. Darlene is very passionate about cooking and sources the best ingredients for her guests. On both days, we woke up to a 3 course breakfast. For my 2 days I got: 1. Fruit parfait; pear and nut muffins; sausage, scrambled eggs and french toast with an apple chutney 2. Citrus and yogurt plate with pistachios; cranberry scones; mixed herb eggs benny on potato cakes with bacon Everything had a unique spin and you can just tell the love that went into the food. You just feel so spoiled with your own personalized pot of tea or coffee, homemade butters and jams. She also checks with your allergies, dietary restrictions and preferences when you book and after you check in. Also, we didn't have snow tires so we had a lot of trouble going up their sloped driveway but Bob was nice enough to park for us. I would very very strongly recommend them to anyone for a special occasion and can't wait to go back!

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    Echo Woods B&B - Library nook

    Library nook

    Echo Woods B&B - Main course

    Main course

    Echo Woods B&B - First course

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    Robbins' Tuktawayin B&B - RTB&B 5 - Multigrain French Toast w. wild blueberries & strawberries

    Robbins' Tuktawayin B&B

    5.0(1 review)
    31.0 km

    "The Quintessential B&B"…read more We have been to several B&B's across Canada and there are certain common elements that are standard to the better ones, such as genial hosts, clean and comfortable accommodation and first-rate breakfasts. From the moment we arrived at the Robbins' Tuktawayin B&B there was a sense this establishment went well beyond the requisite elements. It starts from when you enter their secluded, tree-shaded property and continues as your eyes fixate on Elaine's lovingly tended garden. The calming effect these visual cues have on you cannot be overestimated. I liken it to benefiting from a Valium without actually having to take one. Elaine will modestly tell you that she really doesn't do much to affect this horticultural wonder but the Daisy Award bestowed on their property from the Town of Gravenhurst, with a marker at the driveways' entrance, indicates otherwise. The general sense of well-being is enhanced when you step into their lakeside cottage and see the expansive kitchen, living area and glassed-in front room with a panoramic view. The dining/breakfast room, which is also glassed-in, offers a fantastic view of Gull Lake. If you are fortunate enough to face it as you consume your meal it will surely add to the experience. The bedrooms may be modest in size but have incredibly comfortable beds and plenty of storage space. The nearly silent ceiling fans add a sense of nostalgia but also play an important functional purpose in air circulation, which along with the black out blinds contribute to a good nights' rest. In one area where this B&B really shines is that it offers lakeside accommodation at a fraction of the price of nearby hotels and resorts. So if your only aim is to while away the day on a dock and take refreshing dips in the lake, you can. Feeling more energetic? Ask to use the canoe or a paddle board. If pampering is more your style, they offer a powerboat tour of Gull Lake for a nominal fee. Your hosts both pitch in to produce superb breakfasts. And while some of the offerings may seem standard, the additional touches elevate them beyond the ordinary. For example, one morning we were served French toast, which was generous, garnished with wild, not cultivated, blueberries. As a tea drinker, I often bemoan the fact that we are treated as an afterthought. Not at the Robbins' where the majority of teas on offer were loose leaf and purchased from The Blue Willow Tea Shop in town. On the second morning, we were served a very hearty oatmeal, which was Elaine's own recipe consisting of several whole grains with numerous garnishes. As a fine accompaniment, a basket of freshly baked scones graced our table that was even more appealing with Dave's homemade blueberry jam. To top it off a bowl of refreshing fruit salad was a nice touch. The care that Elaine and Dave take is what adds such wonderful and critically important touch to their B&B: From their initial welcome, Dave actually waited for us in the driveway, having an abundance of information on local activities, events and shopping to accommodating our differing dietary needs. All was handled with a laid back but attentive approach of well-schooled hospitality veterans. One caveat is the numerous stairs up to the house from the driveway and down to the dock from the back. If you have mobility issues their establishment may present a challenge. Otherwise, if you enjoy a beautiful lakeside cottage without any of the work that comes with it, take a look at Robbins' Tuktawayin B&B, you won't be disappointed. Room Tip: Lakeview room has a more direct access to the dining/breakfast room & dock

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    Robbins' Tuktawayin B&B - RTB&B 8 - The tree shaded drive leading in to Robbins' Tukawayin B&B

    RTB&B 8 - The tree shaded drive leading in to Robbins' Tukawayin B&B

    Robbins' Tuktawayin B&B - RTB&B 4 - The inviting lounge

    RTB&B 4 - The inviting lounge

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