We had an unforgettable experience on the Muskoka Steamships on Canada Day 2025. The scenery was…read morebreathtaking, the steamship itself was a marvel, with its elegant vintage like design mix with few modern amenities. We passed some luxurious and humble lake house and cottages (that was the highlight). While the experience was lovely, I did not have much interaction with the staff beyond confirming our tickets. If you are looking for a unique and memorable experience, I would recommend the Muskoka Steamships. Whether you are a nature lover, history buff, or just looking for a relaxing day out, this is a greatt activity. For now, 4/5 only because we had not tried out their food options which is offered for additional price. So next time , that would be our goal. Tips: - Book in advance to ensure availability - Arrive early to explore the dock area - Bring a camera to capture the stunning views.

My family, including my two teenage sons decided to take the 1.5 hour boat tour to enjoy the…read moreafternoon and learn more about the area. We were thankful that the boat had both indoor seating and outdoor seating as it was a chilly day. While we awaited the boat we shopped in the store which had an extensive collection of items made by local artists. What we liked: When asked questions the crew was knowledgeable. The boat was very pretty- much nicer than other boat tours we've done. They had a full bar and snacks for purchase. Lots of different views from the boat- three levels of I treating spaces. Plenty of seating. What we didn't like: From the website it looked like we would be enjoying a steamship. The boat we took was a diesel ship. It seemed like we would learn about local history of the area- but it was a prerecorded tour that was out of sync with what we were supposed to be looking at. This made it confusing and we were unsure of what we were supposed to notice. It was pricey for what it was. And there is an additional charge for the museum. Crew was moving furniture from the dining room for the carpet to be replaced. The tour felt like an imposition for the crew to get their work done on the boat. Not great pictures of the beautiful dining room because there were chairs stacked everywhere. There are many great museums in the area and lots of cool experiences, many that are free.. I wish we had skipped this one & spent time elsewhere.

Went to this place today to grab a pre dinner beer. Came inside to check in with hopes of sitting…read moreon the patio. Weird smell inside. Almost like sewage. Waited at the bar for 7 minutes. No staff on the patio. No one came to seat us so we left. Disappointing.

Outstanding place, Fantastic beer! If you don't come here have you even experienced Huntsville. I…read moreeven bought a hat

The food and drinks were really good (4.5 stars) but the service experience was really slow (max…read more3). We really enjoyed the seafood platter (this was great as an appetizer - came with oysters, some large shrimp, mussels, crab legs and crab meat, and a beet and tomato gazpacho); our dozen oysters - also great, pretty large, with all the fixings; and the burger. The ramen, the caprese flatbread, and the chicken wings with maple were also good. There was a kids menu which was good, and the kids had chicken tenders with a drink and a choice of ice cream or ice cream bar. We all also enjoyed our drinks - I had a delicious espresso martini and a couple of folks had craft beers they enjoyed. However, half the party got our seafood dishes in a regular amount of time while my parents both waited a really really long time for their cooked entrees. The server said that my dad's burger (which he requested with no cheese) had been made with cheese and needed to be cooked again (this took another 30 mins). My mom's ramen didn't come out until we had finished our seafood, ordered additional dishes since we were still hungry, and were being served those second orders! When we asked the server why it was taking so long he just made a face and said he didn't know. The restaurant had a corporate event buffet being served but otherwise did not have a lot of parties, so it didn't make sense the food would take so long. We were a bit surprised that there was no small gesture to recognize the incredibly long wait for the food, even for hotel guests. But the food was excellent so still giving 4 stars.

This place is not bad and is decently priced for a resort. They have a 3 course meal option where…read moreyou can get appetizer, main, and dessert for $44. They also have a tapas menu. We ordered seared ahi tuna, fried calamari, edamame, mussels, and the 12oz steak. The tuna tasted ok while the fried calamari was incredibly bland. No flavor at all. The sauce was also tasteless. Fried edamame was standard fare. However, the mussels were good, large generous portion and sauce was tasty and rich. Steak was cooked well. This place is not a bad option if you don't want to leave the resort for dinner, but there are definitely better options with the short drive into Huntsville. 3 stars

I appreciated the weathered feel of the inn. It is like stepping back to the 1940's or 50's. It…read morecertainly has its charms, but it is not a dining destination, and even guests may well do better going elsewhere to eat. Bluntly: this resort is understaffed, under-maintained, and the staff who are there absorb resentment from guests that should be directed toward management. Our breakfast took 45 minutes to arrive, but there was only a single waiter. During our dinner, a family gave up and vented at another perfectly competent staff member. There were only two servers for a full dining room. The quality of the food was poor, and the prices sky-high. One suspects there are substitutions. Our fish terrine was three slices of salmon that looked like rollmops, on lettuce. Our filets of pickerel and trout were good, but served with what tasted like parboiled rice, three desiccated spears of a asparagus (inedible; I tried), one carrot split in half and a few green beans. This was $40. A glass of reconstituted orange juice was $4. The chef's resume on the inn's website is stellar, so I cannot help but suspect budgets are factor. Perhaps this is for some a pleasant throwback to Muskoka past. I found it a cynical money grab.

Been goinng here for yeArs and it seems it's always getting better love the employees love the…read moregrounds and especially love the food the rooms are really pretty specially if you stay on the water side the fireplaces are so cozy and the fishing is legendary if you ever get a chance to visit sherwood you will not be disappointed it's so relaxing and peaceful winter and summEr hospitality is compared to 5 class service

Facilites are excellent and accommodation in the main building first class following renovation…read more The only downside is the lack of fine dining since the main restaurant was burnt down a few years ago. The lakeside Boathouse Restaurant is OK but mainly casual and for me uninspiring fare. Service is efficient and staff attentive. Somewhat expensive but reflective of the resort and its generally well-heeled clientele. The Chalet/Condominium style accommodation, not that we experienced it, has catering facilities. This would be advantageous for many as nearby Gravenhurst offers limited and unexciting dining and Bracebridge much the same. During our stay it was mainly large families and the beach areas were lively and crowded, although guests had the option of three pools in the complex.. The attached golf course is renowned and highly regarded in the golfing community and not for high handicappers. Again, another expensive aspect of this resort. However, If you are not budget conscious and enjoy spectacular views and lake activities it should easily provide a satisfactory break or vacation for every age group.

This is one of our favorite places to come. Every year for the last 5 years we've come to visit…read moreTaboo. The hotel itself is modern and beautiful. The beds are absolutely incredible leading to the best sleeps ever! We've stayed in both resort view and lakeview rooms and love them all the same. The staff go out of their way to make your stay great from recommendations for dinner to going above and beyond! They heard we had recently got engaged so when we arrived there was a lovely note from the staff saying congratulations. One year we came up for thanksgiving which was a couple of days after my husband's birthday and when we got to our room there was a lovely happy birthday card and a bottle of wine which we enjoyed while watching the sunset. The golf course was lovely. It was perfect for both our levels, challenging but fun. They space out tee times so you really feel like you are the only ones on the course. We always have a great time at Taboo and we'll keep coming back! :D

Beautiful family friendly getaway!! It's the whole package when you come here. Beautiful views from…read moreany cottage you stay in. All equipped with AC, are kept very clean and maintained. By the water you have access to activities such as kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, stand up paddle boarding, water trampoline, water diving apparatus and jet ski rentals. There is a Sandy beach, a pool and a hot tub. For kids, there are structured activities for different ages. I saw kids working in teams to complete a scavenger hunt. They also have a park, games room, toddler room and karaoke on Friday's. If you want drinks during the day you can BYOB or there is a cash bar by the pool. Also it's up to you to bring snacks of you need something in between meals. In case, they sell chips and ice crwam at the reception desk if you are desperate! My Favourite so far....was dinner time!!! After fun in the sun it was nice to sit down for a nice dinner. We got a basket of mixes bread at oi4 table as we sat down with a large pitcher of water. I tried the chicken cordon blue because it's not something I usually would order. It was so tender and the cheese oozed out when I was cutting it. It came with red potatoes and fresh vegetables. To top it off I got a butterscotch sundae... so on point!!! Looking forward to trying out the lunch and breakfast.

I really loved this lodge. It was such a beautiful place to be at and the view was just stunning…read more This review is about the food. I appreciated that my misconceptions of this place looking older and what, not were wrong. The dinners were amazing, the food was soo unique and really tasty. I got to meet the sous chef who was in Europe for some time who came to assist the main chef at the lodge. It seemed that they worked together to make a little of both of their tastes work, and it worked well. I had Venison for the first time, the lamb was to die for, the chicken as well, their meat was tender. It just seemed so fresh for a lodge, I was impressed. The french fries are sooo good. I dont even eat much carbs but every lunch I ordered a side. Lunch is not bad, but I dont think its anything worth raving about. Breakfast is harty and always have fresh fruit, eggs, yummy bacon and juices. The last night we were there they did a bbq, we really appreciated that they did that for us.

Our vacation was perfect from the minute we arrived. Our cottage was beautiful, the service was…read morePERFECT, and it really felt like we lived there. It was a great time for our family to reconnect and enjoy a true cottage experience (but much more luxurious). The kids loved getting up early and swimming until sunset. They didn't even turn on the T.V. or their devices. It was an amazing experience. Thank you Jayne! Jess

The end of our trip was much better. Jayne's sent employees to clean up the goose droppings and…read morecompensated us for the inconvenience.

Came here for lunch while working in the area. My coworker…read moredrove through a dirt side road and we ended up at this gas station diner. One of the best burgers I've ever eaten. The cheeseburger was just under $10. Fries and soda brought the price to $15. The burger was cooked perfect and was huge. I was full just eating the burger. This will be my go to place for lunch in the future while working in the area.

This is going to sound really weird but this place has the BEST butter tarts! That delicious crispy…read moremelt-in-your-mouth top layer gets me every time! Worth the trip