Last updated on November 19th, 2023
A summer of unique experiences
Glamping in Parry Sound and Algonquin Park. A rustic Arowhon Pines cabin. A farm in Chatsworth, and adventures in Tobermory and the Bruce Peninsula. A loft above horse stables in Adjala-Tosorontio. A vintage airstream in Feversham. A river bunkie in Bobcaygeon. A Victorian tiny house and a Romani caravan in Orono. A bunkie on a private island near Dorset. A summer packed with adventure, laughs, tears, insect bites, ‘showering’ with baby wipes, hiking until our feet gave out, campfires, s’mores, wine, fresh air, and life-affirming fun. (To read about our experiences, click here).
We’ve compiled a list of the places we visited, where we stayed, what we did and it cost (in CDN currency). Most places were less than $200 a night, but not all were accessible, so take care when planning. We hope you find this helpful and welcome your ideas.
Assuming it’s still safe to travel in the fall, we’re planning our fall #TravelAtHome adventures. If there’s a place you think we should visit, please let us know!
(Disclaimer: We love travelling, so none of these stays were sponsored. This section does contain affiliate links, so if you decide to stay at one of these properties we’d love you to click on the link and book it through our website so that we earn a small commission from Airbnb. Every little bit helps! Thank you!)
13 unique stays across Ontario
(not in any particular order)
#1 |
Accommodation | Cost for one night | Type | Things to Do | Notes |
| Parry Sound | Harmony Outdoor Inn | $80-$165 | Glamping | Killbear Provincial Park Historic Parry Sound The Museum on Tower Hill |
Beautiful setting, but bring ear plugs if you’re not used to the train noise. Tents are not accessible Also rooms in main house. |
#2 |
Accommodation | Cost for one night | Type | Things to Do | Notes |
| Tobermory | Private farm | N/A | Camping |
Bruce Peninsula Park |
Bring everything! |
#3 |
Accommodation | Cost for one night | Type | Things to Do | Notes |
| Algonguin Park | Arowhon Pines | A lot! | Cabin | Canoeing in the Park, Hiking, Kayaking, Swimming | Everything included. Amazing wildlife and nature experience. |
#4 |
Accommodation | Cost for one night | Type | Things to Do | Notes |
| Whitney | The Buckeroo Tent, Four Corners Camping | $90 | Glamping | Stargazing Algonquin Park Barry’s Bay |
Bring everything for a rustic experience, wonderful hosts |
#5 |
Accommodation | Cost for one night | Type | Things to Do | Notes |
| Adjala-Tosorontio | Rustic Working Horse Barn | $184 | Barn |
Mono Mills Conservation Area – Hiking
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Pretty but not practical Safety and mobility concerns with barns |
#6 |
Accommodation | Cost for one night | Type | Things to Do | Notes |
| Feversham |
The Happy Glamper, Airstream PS Check out their other property, Little Loveshack in the woods. Off-grid + private |
$198 | RV / Airstream |
Scenic Caves / Suspension Bridge – get there early |
Highly recommend
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#7 |
Accommodation | Cost for one night | Type | Things to Do | Notes |
| Lincoln | Whispering Pines Treehouse | $231 | Treehouse | Niagara Glen Ball’s Falls Park Wine tastings Dinner at Inn on the Twenty in Jordan Owl Foundation |
Expensive stay, great shower but small spaces and stairs, not good for mobility Wine tasting coupons onsite |
#8 |
Accommodation | Cost for one night | Type | Things to Do | Notes |
| Bobcaygeon | Gordon’s Yellow River Bunkie | $256 | Houseboat | Bobcaygeon Lock 32 Kawartha Dairy |
BBQ onsite Wonderful design, swim off the dock and watch the boats go by. Short walk to town |
#9 |
Accommodation | Cost for one night | Type | Things to Do | Notes |
| Milton /Campbellville | Five-Star Hay Loft | $166 | Farm/Hayloft | Great for families |
#10 |
Accommodation | Cost for one night | Type | Things to Do | Notes |
| Orono | Victorian Tiny Cottage | $88 | Tiny House + Yurt | Stephen’s Gulch Historic Clarington Historic Orono |
No running water but a peaceful environment Finnish Yurt for cooking, beautiful pond nearby Breakfast at the farm with Janie |
#11 |
Accommodation | Cost for one night | Type | Things to Do | Notes |
| Orono | Authentic Romani Caravan | $88 | Caravan | Port Perry Farmer’s Markets |
Definitely a small space but a delightful experience Breakfast at the farm! |
#12 |
Accommodation | Cost for one night | Type | Things to Do | Notes |
| Burks Falls / Katrine | Raðljóst: An 1850’s Log Cabin in the Woods |
$160 | Cabin | Screaming Heads of Midlothian |
#13 |
Accommodation | Cost for one night | Type | Things to Do | Notes |
| Gravenhurst | Inn on Bay | $120 | Bed and Breakfast | Orillia Historic Downtown Torrance Barrens Dark Sky Preserve Muskoka Lakes Steamboat |
Try “The Oar” Restaurant, within walking distance |
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The rates are what i love ! Definitely visiting !!
These are great, thank you!
Wonderful recommendations and definitely unique. Thanks
Love these suggestions. You’d love Otter River Farms in Caledonia!!
Hi there,
I was trying to click through to the bookings pages of some of the listed accommodation and they all go to Airbnb, but not to the actual accommodation. Do you mind taking a look please? Would love to check them out in more detail.
Thanks!
Aine
Thanks Aine for letting us know – we will check on that right away!