Film North

The second annual Huntsville International Film Festival will be held at the Algonquin Theatre in Huntsville from Sept 22-24.  For tickets and information visit www.filmnorth.net.

Stay at Windermere House while you are attending this terrific event!  

Baysville Riverfront Arts & Crafts Festival

Eighty vendors will sell paintings, quilts, clothing and more at the Baysville Riverfront Arts and Crafts Festival on August 7.

www.baysvilleriverfront.ca

Ontario's Largest Summer Show Happens August 6

Ontario's largest summer show, the Muskoka Train Show, features every kind of model railroad on August 6.  For more information visit www.muskokamodelrailwayclub.com/show.html

John Mayall Fans Reserve Now!

If you like John Mayall's music, reserve your getaway now to Windermere House and plan to attend this great concert in Muskoka.  Mayall has played with the blues legends like Eric Clapton.  This is a show not to be missed.

Mayall will be performing at Peters Place Live on August 8.

www.petersplayers.com

Meet the Researcher

If you would like to know what it's like to work at one of Ontario's oldest parks, then plan on attending the Meet the Researcher Day today at Algonquin Park.  You'll have an opportunity to spend time with people who use the park as their lab.

www.algonquinpark.ca

Toronto All Star Big Band

Enjoy music of the 30's and 30's, brought to you by the Toronto All Star Big Band on July 29.  It's part of the 2011 Huntsville Jazz Festival.  Call the Algonquin Theatre box office at 705.789.4975.

Quarter share ownership now available at The Cottages

Quarter share fractional ownership is now available at The Cottages at Windermere House.  Twelve weeks of ownership in a luxurious three bedroom, fully furnished and equipped waterfront cottage, is $399,900 (HST included).  Pay only for the time you use at the cottage. Spend less on maintenance fees.  Let our professional property management team look after the cottage for you, so you can spend more time enjoying life on Lake Rosseau.  Plus, ownership includes membership with Preferred Residences, the exchange program for luxury shared ownership resorts.  Our model cottage is open daily.  Please visit us for a tour!

In Water Boat Show

The In-Water Boat Show and Ribfest is being held today at the Muskoka Wharf in Gravenhurst.  Ribs and corn will be served and there are chances to win prizes at this great event.  For more information visit www.bvents.com

Serena Ryder Performs Tonight at Algonquin Theatre

If you are looking for an air condition place to stay cool tonight, Serena Ryder will be performing in concert at the Algonquin Theatre.  For more information visit www.algonquintheatre.ca

Stay Cool by the Lake as the Mercury Rises

It's hot!  The best place to be right now is on Lake Rosseau at Windermere House.  There's still time to escape the city heat and cool off in cottage country.  All of our guest rooms have air conditioning and the outdoor swimming pool is refreshing.

The Perfect day for Anne of Green Gables Fans

Bala's Museum is hosting its annual re-enactment of L.M. Montgomery's 1922 visit to Bala on July 23.  The afternoon included sack races and Anne of Green Gables costume prizes.  Plan on bringing your family to stay at Windermere House this weekend, and then enjoy the scenic drive to Bala to participate in this wonderful event.

Muskoka Resorts Then and Now

Looking for something to read this summer?  Consider Muskoka Resorts: Then and Now.  Written by Andrew Hind and Maria da Silva, the book the chronicles the history of resorts in Muskoka and includes a chapter on Windermere House.

Join us on August 6, when Andrew and Maria will be at Windermere House for a reading and book signing.

Wingfield's Folly

If you have not yet made plans for Sunday night, we suggest Wingfield's Folly - a Walt Wingfield stage play.  This event is part of the Huntsville Festival of the Arts.  For more information visit www.huntsvillefestival.on.ca.

Arrowhead Park Celebrates 40th Year

Arrowhead Park is a popular provincial park in Muskoka, spanning over 1,200 acres and welcoming 125,000+ visitors every year.

To celebrate the park's 40th year, there will be a birthday bash on Saturday, July 16, including music for all ages.  The musical entertainment is part of a summer of music program at the park.

Muskoka Arts & Crafts 49th Annual Summer Show

This is a great event to view work by 200 artists and craftspeople from Muskoka and across Canada.  The show will be held at the Anne Williams Memorial Park in Bracebridge from July 15-17.  Admission is by donation and the parking is free.

For more information visit www.muskokaartsandcrafts.com.

Lake Rosseau

Did you know that U.S. President Woodrow Wilson (1913-1921) was a frequent visitor to Lake Rosseau and he eventually purchased property on the lake?  Other notables who have owned property on Lake Rosseau include the late Ted Rogers, Steve Yzerman and Martin Short.  If you are interested in owning property on Lake Rosseau, please consider The Cottages at Windermere House.  Five, seven or twelve weeks of fractional ownership in a luxurious three-bedroom lakefront cottages can be yours from a starting price of $149,900.

Huntsville Art Walk

Have an enjoyable stroll through the park and enjoy an eclectric mix of artistic experiences, live art demonstrations and sales, with over 30 participants. Featured this year will be a Native village offering Native artisans. The Festival stage will be occupied throughout the day with Native storytellers, drum circles, singing groups and dancers. Featured performers will be John Somosi, The Singing Birds, storyteller Tim Yearington, the BIG Drum group and Terry Sahanatian.

Art Walk will take place in River Mill Park, Huntsville from 10:00am to 4:00pm

For more information please visit www.huntsvillefestival.ca 

Medi Spa Open House

Mark your calendars!  On July 21, from 12pm to 6pm, Sanctuary at Windermere House will be hosting a medi-spa open house.  This is your opportunity to meet Dr. Goldberg and learn about the newest non surgical procedures available to help you look and feel your best.  There will be complimentary refreshments, gift bags and prizes.

Pirate Cruises now Offered in Muskoka

Are you looking for something new to do with your family this summer in Muskoka?  Try a pirate cruise!  Every Sunday morning until the end of July, you can enjoy a pirate cruise on the Wenonah II.  For more information visit segwun.com.

Ontario Family Fishing Week

This is a great week to bring the kids to Windermere House and go fishing.  It's Ontario Family Fishing Week from July 2-10.  You can fish license-free all week!  For more information visit familyfishingweekend.com

Bala Craft and Gift Fair

If you like shopping in cottage country, you'll love the Bala Craft and Gift Fair.  It's happening today at the town's community centre.  Visit www.balacraftandgiftfair.com.

Happy Canada Day

Celebrate Canada's birthday at Windermere House!  Oliver & Bonacini will be serving some terrific July 1st fare.  We look forward to seeing you on the lawn.

Why Vacations are Important

At Windermere House, we know how important vacation time is.  Did you know that research suggests that people who take annual vacations live longer?  Research also suggests that people who take frequent vacations or getaways are less likely to be depressed, tense or tired.

So, book your getaway to Windermere House today!  We'll help you make the most of your R&R time.

First Day of Summer

What a great first day of summer at Windermere House.  And with the start of summer comes strawberry season!  There's no better way to start your Muskoka summer morning than with a bowl of fresh, locally grown strawberries.  You can pick your own berries at Taylor's Strawberry Farm, located a short drive from the resort at 1490 Deerbank Rd.  

The Doctor is in the House

Did you know that Sanctuary at Windermere House is designed as a medi-spa retreat?   The spa offers a wide range of non-invasive medical treatments, provided under the care of renowned plastic surgeon, Dr. Cory S Goldberg. Just in time for bathing suit season, Sanctuary at Windermere House is Sanctuary Day Spa's first location to offer LipoSonix^TM – an exciting non-surgical procedure that uses high-intensity focused ultrasound to permanently eliminate targeted fat around the waistline. 

New Fractional Ownership Cottages Available!

We are excited to announce that two more cottages will be available for fractional ownership sales this season at The Cottages at Windermere House!  With phase one now 80% sold out, we expect demand for the new inventory to be released in Cottages 5 and 6 to be brisk.  Immediate occupancy is available this summer.  The model suite is open daily, so please come see our gorgeous cottages in person.

Father's Day is just around the corner!

Have you purchased a Father's Day gift yet?  If you are still searching for the best way to show the special man in your life how much you care, consider a getaway to Windermere House on Father's Day weekend.  Rates start from $199*/room/night based on double occupancy and include breakfast.  * Taxes and service charges not included.

Summer is here!

Summer weather has officially arrived at Windermere House.  What a great time to be here.  We saw some guests soaking up the sunshine by the pool, and admiring our gardens in bloom. Muskoka always offers a peaceful retreat, but this is the perfect time of year to visit (before the school year ends) if you want to escape crowds and feel like you have this magnificent destination all to yourself.  Our spring rates remain in effect until June 29.

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