"I did not know exactly what to expect from this B&B. It surpassed all my expectations & then some.
The first thing upon arrival at this one-of-a-kind property is to be greeted warmly by the property owners, Al & Annette. These are super sweet people who were put on this earth to deliver some serious hospitality. They are professional hosts by which all others should be measured. Unfortunately, they can never measure up because A² = A³^³^³
The grounds are next. Omfg. Gardens, lillies, cat tails, trout pond, sexy deck & oodles of trees, it is serene and so so SO quiet. So quiet you can hear your own brain juices. Time was well spent on that deck, zipped in nice and safe from the insects.
Then the home. Hexadecahedron is an unusual shape for a house and the construction story is really neat. You can literally feel the love that went into the build. Words do not do justice.
The layout of the bottom level is where the 2 available bedrooms are, along with a shared washroom. I got to stay in the Loon Room and it was so lovely. It was very large and comfortable filled with folk art and Canadiana which was really good to see. Comfortable bed, soft linens & throws everywhere, just restful.
Breakfast was such a treat. Al prepared French toast with Annette's homemade bread, & then topped with maple syrup and her preserves. I almost believed in a higher power for a second or two while that was in my mouth.
They also have a little gift shop of handicrafts so be sure to bring cash."
"Karin was great! Very friendly, great dog. Beautiful home. Clean, welcoming and breakfast was fantastic! My first B&B in Ontario and I would highly recommend!"
"We stayed in the Dome and had a fantastic weekend.
The Dome is beautifully decorated and very comfortable. Harsha our host went out of her way to make our stay as pleasant and special as possible.
The hotel is in a beautiful location near lots of nice restaurants and hiking trails. As a bonus lots of very tame deer like to walk around the hotel which is great for photo opportunities. We will definitely return here!"
"Beautiful setting and lovely accommodations. I loved that they provided life jackets and free use of kayaks, paddle boards and canoes. The kids loved the field to play games and the dock on the water was great for jumping into the lake. The frog pad was a big hit and kept them occupied! The fire in the evening was great, even though we had to put the kids to bed and didn't get to spend much time there.
We did not use the restaurant, but maybe next time! We plan to return."
"The Sir Sam’s inn is a charming lakefront property on Eagle Lake.
While the rooms and inn itself were a little dated, this didn’t bother us much at all. We opted to stay in the inn itself rather than the suites and it was nice to be located inside the main building. The rooms don’t have air conditioning, however the ceiling and swivelling fan made the rooms comfortable enough to sleep. You do get a nice breeze from the lake at night!
The amenities (paddle boards, kayak and boat tour) were all free and added to the overall experience of the inn.
The restaurant option has daily specials to choose from, however it is a bit on the pricey side. I would have liked a few more basic options but I understand what they are trying to achieve with the dining experience.
The staff were all great, helpful and knowledgeable of the area.
We will return for a trip again in the future!"
"Great place to stay while exploring the Bancroft area. Staff are very friendly and helpful and the rooms are a great comfy place to crash after a day of adventure."
"Property was beautiful and well maintained. Dockside restaurant and breakfast were delicious. Brought two young kids and they were entertained for several days with the beach, boat rentals, games on site."
"The property is showing its age. One wing of the hotel was a long walk from the front desk and there are no elevators.
Additionally, there were no fully closable curtains. This meant people could see into the room at night and light from outside could not be kept out. I thought it very odd. Other than that, my stay was pleasant."
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cow Island during your travels in North Kawartha. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Calf Island during your travels in North Kawartha. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
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Rafter Island is located in North Kawartha. Travelers like the surrounding area for its restaurants. You'll find 6 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay close to Rafter Island?
Somerset Lakeside Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. You'll find it 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from Rafter Island. Other good options around the area include Apsley Inn and Restaurant and Footprints Resort.
How many hotels are there close to Rafter Island?
Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Rafter Island.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Rafter Island, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Rafter Island.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Rafter Island?
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