Just an hour east of Toronto, this spectacular and stunning property is a wonderful delight for the senses! Inspired by the magical children’s book, The Wind in the Willows, this award-winning property will impress visitors, with lush and tropical gardens overlooking Lake Ontario, grounds surrounded by four beautifully engineered ponds and waterfalls.
In addition to your own private accommodation, guests have access to the grounds and their own private luxury amenities throughout the property.
The space
These Wind in the Willows themed sanctuaries, will be certain to elevate your stay, providing guests with full (and private) use of the following on the grounds (an acre waterfront lot):
• Mole End – a tri-level gem directly on Lake Ontario, equipped with an outdoor kitchen, BBQ, gazebo, and sun terrace on the upper level. Solar shower and guest room with television and wifi are located on the second level. Down below, a staircase leading to the shoreline is a lovely spot to sit and relax in your Muskoka chair while you look out onto the lake.
• New Moon – guests can enjoy a wonderful meal lakeside on the 28-foot brick arbour outdoor dining area. This charming spot is reminiscent of the shores of Italy, where you and your guests can dine underneath draped grapevines, surrounded by lake views.
• Portly’s – a private hot tub overlooking the lake and situated among the magical gardens within the property.
• Toad Castle – a true British stonemason’s creation, this brick oven masterpiece will delight the Smore baking enthusiasts, as this spot will remind guests of a London streetscape from long ago, complete with an old English-style streetlamp.
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Your Accommodation
Your private accommodation in the west wing of the home is a nautical themed room, adorned with art from all corners of the globe. The bedroom includes a deluxe Stern and Foster mattress, luxurious cotton sheets, and your own washroom with shower. Skylights with remote controlled blinds are situated overhead in the cathedral ceiling. Guests will also enjoy lake views from their room.
In addition to a fridge and coffeemaker, the room is also equipped with a smart television (with Disney, Netflix and Prime), and portable speakers for entertainment. Two fireplaces (a Rumford wall stone fireplace and a bedside gas woodstove) can also be enjoyed year-round, providing extra coziness for those rainy and snowy days.
Connected to the bedroom is a private tiled indoor swimming pool, outfitted with an endless swim machine (with 52 speeds) and an adjacent steam shower.
During your stay
I will be here to help you and will keep in touch by email or phone.
Other things to note
*Please note that guests will have access to the private outdoor kitchen if they wish to prepare meals (as noted above). Although there is no kitchenette in the guest suite, it comes equipped with a fridge, coffee maker, plates, cutlery, wine glasses and mugs.