Great gift options - everyone loved their Christmas gifts, especially the watercolour paint books…read more So many unique things in this shop!

From the owner: We sell handcrafted home decor and gifts to support meaningful causes in Muskoka and beyond. We…read morepartner with a number of local and global charities that make a difference in communities.

I went to the Grape Vine Cottage today. I was greeted in the store by a salesperson. She did not…read moreintroduced herself, she was tall with dark medium length hair. I was looking at the store goods and as I went through the store I turned around to ask how much an item was and i received the most bizarre response from this salesperson. She pointed at the door screaming at me to get out! Please be aware if and when you go to this place. You can be verbally abused and humiliated for no apparent reason. This is an awful place. And I wish I will never experience anything like this in my life.

My experience in this shop was not a positive one. I walked…read morein to hear the owner/s griping about customers, and i was ignored. My Covid related safety question was answered with a snippy reply, and I was then informed about how they could spot a person from the city right away because they are so rude, not like the locals. Well, I have to say, the owner is the only rude person here, and if she doesn't care for customers from 'the city' she is in the wrong business. I'd advise she keep her generalizations to herself. I remained pleasant my entire time in the shop, but walked away feeling very insulted, demeaned and judged for no apparent reason.

Amazing Experience. A truly unique and one of a kind experience. An absolutely fun time. It was…read morecold and we should have dressed a bit warmer, but walking around in the cranberry bog, is truly something everyone should try. Highly recommend. Check out our video review here: https://youtu.be/v4QWYB-h5nM

Johnston's Cranberry Marsh is a good option as a stopover when you are in the area. Kids would love…read moreto see how cranberries is grown and harvested with some history of the farm. You can join a tour or you can just walk around a little and see the marsh. There is also a few hiking/snowshoeing trails which you need to get a pass from the gift shop in order to visit year round. In the gift shop, you can get fresh cranberries and their products. Here fruits is made into wines. Tasting is $5. Beautiful grounds!

This store is so cute and probably has a gift for everyone. We went in because they were a jelly…read morecat retailer! We didn't find what we were looking for but we did purchase a solar butterfly wind chime for Mother's Day! Staff were very friendly, reasonably priced for being smack dab in a tourist area but holy moly was it so hot in there. Our family had to step outside a few times as our faces were getting flushed. A few other customers were talking about how hot it was in there as well.

I used to shop for gifts here when I'd come to blue mountain. Lately, the service is terrible. I…read morewas ignored completely when I tried to check out a couple of times that i gave up and I decided to not buy anything. A friend of mine wanted to buy a bunch of fudge to take home. Instead of helping us, the woman offered another random customer a deal and even a sample. I'm not sure what happened to the other workers but I miss their warmth. I'd look forward to stocking up on the goodies they'd recommend. I'm going to skip this store on my future visits.

Stopped in to Muskoka Lakes Winery in early spring to pick up a few bottles of wine and enjoy the…read morescenery. Quite a charming place with wine tasting, cafe, and tours. Lots to see and do here and worth the travel.

Had lunch here today, under the trees, with my bestie. Food was delicious, setting was so peaceful,…read moredespite lots of folks around. Joy, the golden ambassador, was wandering around making everyone welcome. Thank you Johnston family for continuing to develop this wonderful destination here in Bala.

Really like this place to find unique gifts. They have a great selection at very reasonable prices.read more

From the owner: Handcrafted items made by local artists and artisansread more

What a terrific shop and location in Port Carling. Everyone is greeted with a smile and sincere…read morehello and how can they help. Hostess gifts, birthday gifts , Father's day, wedding, any day , I seem to find the perfect piece or article of clothing whenever I stop in. They are constantly adding new lines and items so fun to stop in just because.

Super friendly people. The latte was pretty decent - best I had in days :)read more

Annie's opened in Bala two years ago, and we were excited because there's definitely a lack of…read morerestaurants in town. We had hoped we'd hit upon a good restaurant for breakfast, especially. But we were pretty disappointed in Annie's the two times we gave it a try this summer. To begin with, the atmosphere definitely warrants the two-star "meh." Bare walls, bare tables, a standard kitchen that opens onto the tiny, 8-table restaurant. The service is pretty lacking as well. One morning our server was grumpy and dismissive. Another morning with five people, our meals came out...well, piecemeal. A plate here, and plate there, and then a 10 minute wait on fellow diner's side order of French toast...which resembled Wonderbread. The food is okay. The first occasion I ordered an omelet and was horrified when it came out barely cooked, one of my culinary phobias. Cutting into it, the insides ran out. Husband said it was my fault for not asking for the omelet well-done; I say there aren't many people who enjoy a runny omelet as a standard. The next time we were in, I avoided the omelet and tried a grilled cheese with tomato. The server mocked me for ordering a grilled cheese for breakfast. Really? Unfortunately, when the sandwich arrived the bread wasn't toasted and the cheese wasn't melted. The saving grace of Annie's is the home fries. They are obviously homemade from fresh potato and really well cooked.

It's too bad the other review for Annie's isn't great...I've had 2 opposite experiences - both…read morepleasant! That being said, I've only had breakfast there (and know they have a strict "switch to lunch" policy before noon hits..) Anyway, food and service are generally served warm, and the quality is excellent for an equally excellent price. No complaints here (yet)! TRY THEIR SAUSAGE. A mild kick to it, but absolutely to die for. Also, home fries, home fries, home fries. The highlight of the meal! Stay tuned for a lunch review...