My play today not withstanding, This course is quite enjoyable. Again, a lack of tee box repair…read morekits, and an added element of Highway 417 very close by, is a 4-star rating. the oak & maple trees turning in the autumn make the scenery beautiful, but cause extreme havoc finding your white golf ball. The back nine holes have pine trees and a scattering of maple and oak leaves, but the scenery is once again, top notch for golf in the Ottawa area. The pro shop is small in comparison to other courses I've played, but it doesn't take away from the quality, and the courtesy of the staff. the snack area is well stocked as well, and there is a restaurant on the premises (I didn't eat there). For the golfers, I recommend the course, it is an easier course according to the scorecard, in comparison to the other courses I've played and reviewed, but still an excellent course nonetheless.

Great golf and views , definitely recommend it The golf…read morecourse is well maintained and good greens Thank you

Nice public course for the money but we had to leave early because of the terrible mosquito/ bug…read moreinfestation due to swampy, marsh conditions; the absolutely worst golf experience ever.

I love the golf course there, but yesterday was my first opportunity to eat in the restaurant and…read moreit was so good! I had the black bean burger, and it was delicious. Also a side of vegetables instead of fries and they were warm and yummy. My only disappointment was they didn't have whole wheat option for the bun. But otherwise is was perfect!

Becoming a self-proclaimed golf aficionado, I am somewhat of a traditional golfer, believing that…read moretee boxes need to be repaired by the golfers themselves. Any golf course that lacks this I can't give it a 5 star rating, but Renfrew gets a strong, VERY STRONG, 4 star rating overall. I played on a Saturday afternoon, and ended up pairing up with another single golfer, then we were met by 2 more on the 1st tee for a proper foursome. That is never a problem. It was my golf game this particular round that was the problem, but that's not the purpose of my rating. The maple and oak trees had its leaves turning their traditional autumn colors and it only enhanced the beauty of this course. It is about 1 hour drive west of Kanata, but so worth the drive. (Secretly I'd have driven 3 or 4 hours for this one!) It was a busy day for golf, with the unseasonably warm weather in late September, and ended up being a 5 hour long round. I don't mind, I've had longer rounds. The putting green is located a stone's throw from the pro shop and clubhouse, and the pro shop is very well stocked with accessories and your necessary equipment. Normally, a course has its first hole as a somewhat easy par 4, but Renfrew is different. BUT, it was easier than most of the other 17 holes I can attest to that. Undulating fairways, and the most wicked green on the back 9 I have ever seen in my life!!! (I 2 putted and was quite ecstatic on that account). Course management most definitely needs to be top notch playing here. If I decide to play a course more than once during my stay here, it would be Renfrew. A tee box repair kit on each hole would warrant a true 5-star rating

Excellent place to play golf. Caters to all skill levels. The course is well maintained.read more

Had a lot fun on this course. I went here for a charity work event and it was my first time…read moregolfing. I didn't finish the course but I did do 9 holes. The holes that I did do were pretty fun though challenging. I spoke to a golf friend afterwards and he mentioned this course is definitely a challenging one. So maybe not the best course to do if you are a first time golfer like me lol. The carts were fun to drive and the bugs were that bad. I went in the beginning of September. The cart girls bring alcohol while you are on your course. There are showers in the bathrooms and towels as well. I would definitely come back here.

I had never heard of or played 5 pin bowling before, but my 3 yo has been asking to go bowling so…read morebowling we went. In 5 pin bowling the balls are smaller than a normal bowling ball, probably just larger than a softball ball. The balls do not have holes for your fingers, you just grip the entire ball. This was the perfect size for my 3 & 1 year old. They do not have bumper guards, but they do have the kiddie ramps. The lanes need some maintenance and repairs, but our boys and our family sure enjoyed ourselves. I you are looking for some family fun during the cold winter months (not open in the summers...see my tip!) this place is worth the trip. They lady (I believe the owner) was super friendly and went out of her way to show us the ins and outs of 5 pin. She was super accommodating and made my boys a fabulous hot dog! They have a small menu to choose from if you are hungry and the prices were very good. CASH ONLY.

Loved loved our evening here! My kids are begging to go back! The place is magical, we went around…read more4:30 so we can get both daylight and the lovely fairy lights.. the staff are very nice, I had an issue with my ticket and the guy at the front was super kind and said I trust you and let me in. There is a bonfire which adds warmth and lovely atmosphere. Everyone was happy and having fun! They have a confession stand, their hot chocolate was delicious.. we honestly had an awesome time and can't wait to come back!

What a surprise! This business opened up only a few months ago; this is their first year of…read moreoperation. And we just happened upon them by chance!! This is a privately owned and operated property and business, offering a place to experience nature out in the open on their skating trail!! Let's embrace winter! After enjoying skating, you can warm up around a campfire - of which there were 3 or 4 around the property - and enjoy a hot chocolate or other beverage and treat. There were a few strategically placed outhouses conveniently located around the entrance. There's plenty of parking. There's also a hockey rink on the site. You sit on bales of hay to put on your skates, or there are a few metal benches available if you prefer. It was slippery and a bit sketchy getting up and moving around in your skates in this area. There's an open area to skate on in between the entrance and the rink, which leads toward the trail entrance. There you can skate protected from the wind by the trees. As you follow the trail, there are lights overhead and the occasional spotlight so that you can see to skate as it gets dark. At one point, the trees open up to an area that marked the turnaround point. It was windy here, but there was another fire pit and a round about big enough to host a school dance! Keep in mind this is a business and therefore not subsidize nor is it free! Cost was $18 per adult; $12 for seniors (over 55 y o) Kudos to them for opening during a pandemic!! Also, since the convoy was blocking downtown, along with certain access points of the canal for skating, this was a good alternative, which just happens to be close to home for us. We had a great time!! Edited to add that I found an announcement from CTV news about Icelynd: OTTAWA News New outdoor skating rink opens in Stittsville with an assist from a former Senators player Published Jan. 14, 2022 7:43 p.m. ET By Tyler Fleming CTV News Ottawa Multi-Skilled Journalist Share this story: Icelynd Skating Trails is Stittsville's newest attraction which offers an intimate experience through the dense forest brush as well as a professionally maintained outdoor rink in Stittsville. (Tyler Fleming / CTV News)Icelynd Skating Trails is Stittsville's newest attraction which offers an intimate experience through the dense forest brush as well as a professionally maintained outdoor rink in Stittsville. (Tyler Fleming / CTV News) There is a new skating trail in the capital that promises to offer an intimate experience through a dense forest. With a former Ottawa Senator hockey player as part of the ownership, it's clear the ice will be perfect. Chris Neil has helped transform a patch of forest into a silky-smooth skateway, which winds through two kilometres of dense brush. Icelynd Skating Trails located at 6865 Fernbank Rd. in Stittsville, opened on Friday after years of planning and months of preparation. "We're excited that it's finally here and to see people coming through the door is awesome," says Neil, who has owned the vacant land for more than 15 years. "The skating trail is all lit up for night skating and hopefully in the next week or two we will have more trails open and all said and done we're hoping to have five kilometres." To maintain the vast skating network, there are three Zamboni's and the trail is professionally maintained. There is also a near-NHL-sized outdoor rink, which is available for groups to rent out at. "I love being on an ODR and to have the rink boards, the glass and have it all light up at I always had that vision." Neil said. Tickets, which must be purchased in advance, cost $18 for adults and $12 for kids and seniors. The cost to rent the ODR starts at $250 and the concession stands are cash-only. Icelynd Skating Trails is open Tuesday to Thursday, 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Nice small quaint spot to enjoy the beach and kayak rentals…read more Go early because parking is limited.

ok, not a business but if you are west of ottawa trying to find somewhere to go to cool off when…read moreit's frick'n 35 degrees out this is the spot. The madawaska river flows pretty decent and is very deep in this section so the temp stays cool all summer long. It has a great sand beach but it drops very quickly so for adults it's great to be able to stand at your neck with a sand bottom. they installed brand new washrooms last year so bring the kids and don't have to worry about running into the woods to find relief. make sure you stop down the road at the NEAT Cafe for a great coffee, scone, or pizza for lunch.