Great location, both central and quiet at the same time. For those interested to visit different locations in the area during the day, this is a great place as it's conveniently located in the middle of places like Sauble Beach and Tobermory. The cabin delivered on exactly what it said it would, and Dan is a great host. He had coffee ready every morning, and we had access to the house whenever we needed to use the washroom and kitchen. The cabin is a great alternative to those who are not comfortable with camping but want to be close to nature. Overall, a great experience!

A must see place, very scenic and very private!!

We absolutely loved our cabin experience and Dan was a fantastic host! Always quick to reply when we had questions and let us do our own thing while at the cabin. The lake was clean and good for swimming off the dock. Dan provided everything we needed for our stay: fire pit, BBQ, picnic tables and use of his washroom anytime. Thanks again Dan!

We loved this place and we are definitely going to return. It was everything we were looking for. Dan was very kind and helpful with whatever we needed. We look forward to coming back again. It's a very beautiful place and I'm so glad we chose this place. Thanks Dan!

The place is very scenic, surrounded by nature. My boys wanted to come back. Boys like the host and think that he's very nice. Nature lovers place to be.

A great experience and an exceptional host. I highly recommend this place for anyone seeking an experience.

Dan is a great host, very informative & very helpful. He gave us a lot of information about the places/sights to visit. We definitely come back & enjoy the beautiful lake.

The owners are very hospital. And the place is very beautiful and quiet. We feeler like living in a painting of Monet.

Such a lovely cottage and owners. Perfect place to get away with friends for a couple days as there is endless amounts of activitys and space on the property. Very clean and welcoming from the second you walk in the door.

This cottage was wonderful. We will definitely be back! The view of the lake is beautiful and there is lots of space for activities!

Great place, lots of space, amazing patio, beautiful lake, and on. We really had a wonderful time, and would willing to come back again.

It was very wonderful house. My family loved it and the host was very kind. I want to recommend this house to my friends and you.

A charming home with the love of yesteryear and the quiet and piece of a country home you only long and dream of. Marlene was sweet and she let us use her garden and the house in an instant becomes your home...

Lovely farm house. Very comfortable bed and kids friendly environment. We love the place!!!

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Marlene is a wonderful host. We had been outside most of the day and it had been cold and wet. She went out of her way to put a wood fire on in the sitting room. She made us feel welcome and comfortable. It is an old country house, so it is not luxurious, but with the wonderful country air and quiet we had a great sleep.

Our stay was wonderful! Marlene was kind, welcoming, and she was was so hospitable. She offered us vegetables from her garden, left us muffins, fruits, coffees, etc. Her farm house was beautiful, lots of room and more for our family and we really enjoyed the gorgeous backyard. Would recommend this spot to future lookers.

She made a point of welcoming us. She also offered us vegetables from her garden.

This place is close to Blue Mountain and Bruce national park. Great for tourists who wanna visit both. Very sweet and clean house in the farmland. Great views and extremely quiet. Marlene has three beautiful cats and they are very friendly. Nice place with great value!

Nous avons eu un week-end parfait à cet endroit. La maison de Jane & Steve est dans un petit nid très confortable après une longue allée d'arbre de toutes les couleurs, c'est magnifique. Un premier groupe arrivé avant la tombée du jour a pu profiter de l'énorme terrain pour échanger quelques balles dans le jardin et explorer les alentours, ils ont trouvés le lieu très calme et ils ont apprécié ce moment ! Arrivée second nous avons prit plaisir des paysages changeant différents de la ville sur la route. Les photos correspondent exactement à la vérité, la seule différence pour nous ce week-end a été la pluie, ce qui a rendu les expéditions plus amusantes ! Oven Sound n'est pas très loin et permet de faire des courses très facilement et à toutes heures ! Les alentours sont très intéressants et nous n'avons pas eu le temps de tout visiter et nous reviendrons avec plaisir manger des petits buiscuit succulents accompagnés de confitures maison. Endroit fortement conseillé aux personnes en recherche de calme et de nature !

excellent airbnb la maison est agréable belle décoration nous avons eu toutes les informations pour arriver sur les lieux très agréable de déjeuner le matin sur la terrasse

It was an amazing getaway weekend! The loft was so cozy and beautiful! So many space heaters and blankets that we didn't feel any of the intense cold weather! Steve and Jane's place has a lovely modern yet rustic flare, with a beautiful view or the farm rolling hills and a cool barn! They were easy to get a hold of and organize! Definitely coming back for anther retreat soon! Thanks!

We had a great time here! Beautiful home and the hosts were very accommodating for our early check in

A perfect place of peace! Steve and Jane have put so much love and care into this home, you feel it from the moment you arrive. We rented this space for a quiet girls weekend in the area and were not disappointed by this beautiful but inviting house. The rooms we much larger than expected, and I could certainly see staying here for an extended period of time with multiple people, no problem! We had 7 ladies for a single night, but all would love to have stayed longer to indulge in the peace and quiet. Having looked extensively in the area for bookings, I would say that this is far and above the best quality and value combination, if you are booking for a larger group of people. Thank you again! We hope to be back someday soon!

Our stay at Settler's Loft & Hudson's Hideaway was wonderful! We were a family of 8 adults and one toddler. The space of both apartments met our needs quite comfortably. It was a very clean and quiet environment. Alvin was very friendly and offered his advice and help should we need anything. We were in town for a wedding in the close-by Walter's Falls and were able to pass our toddler's extra time by exploring the fields and playing with the various lawn games provided :) Our suggestions for future guests: if you will be out all day on a hot day, turn on the loft a/c well in advance of bed time to avoid a hot room if sleeping with the master bedroom door closed. If you are a large group, as we were, plan showers/dish washing to avoid running out of hot water (i.e. full occupancy cannot have showers back-to-back). Steve and Jane, your place is beautiful and we would highly recommend it to others looking for a quiet and beautiful retreat in the country! Thanks for your hospitality!!

Had a great stay at the Settlers Loft. Nice weekend getaway with great decor. Kitchenette was small so need to prepare for that but otherwise it is a great place to stay!

We had the most amazing vacation experience at Settler's Loft and Hudson hideaway! The hosts were incredibly accommodating, friendly, and the cottage and surrounding scenery was so beautiful and well kept! Complete relaxation was had! Thank you so much for having us, Jane and Steve!

We had a unique and restful experience and Neil made our time in the cabin go as smoothly as possible. He brought us delicious breakfasts every morning which we opted to eat in the cabin. Some of the items in our breakfast baskets included coffee with cream and sugar, yogurt parfait, apple juice, and freshly baked croissants and muffins with butter and a selection of jams. Neil asked us in advance if we had any food preferences or if there was anything in particular he should know about possible allergies. We so appreciated the care he took in hosting us. We used the trails and visited the spirit tree. We also had a fire one evening and made use of the sauna which Neil kindly prepared for us. Neil went above and beyond with us. He shared a long tether with us so we could let our dog have a bit more freedom at the cabin. I highly recommend this space. It's private. The cabin is beautiful and well equipped. The futon is comfortable and the linens provided are clean. Neil is an excellent host. We left feeling more rested than ever.

ABOUT OUR GROUP: We were a group of 6 that rented both the Cordwood Cabin and the tent camping sites so we rented both (2) facilities. Neil rents Cordwood Cabin and the tent sites separately or together if it’s the same group, but to allow for privacy, he doesn’t host two different groups on the property at once. OUR EXPERIENCE: This trip far exceeded our expectations. Neil’s description is detailed, but there are so many things that made this place and our stay spectacular that aren’t captured in his description. I tried to encompass them in this review and break them out into sections. PRE-ARRIVAL PREPARATION: Neil was incredibly responsive and patient. He responded to all of our questions (at times 15+ questions at time) within 6 hours and often within an 1-2 hours. Many in our group had never been camping before and we had a lot of questions. Neil was not only patient and generous with his responses about how to prepare for the bugs, to cook food at the campsite, BREAKFAST: But Neil pulled together an amazing spread of: - beautifully ripened and locally sourced blueberries, currants, and apples. - butter croissants made from scratch by Neil - 10+ locally sourced jams, - local maple infused cheeses, - yogurts, soy based yogurts, - Granolas, rye based bread crumble brought by one of his Danish friends from Denmark - freshly baked muffins made from scratch, breads from scratch, that he woke up hours earlier to bake, including blueberry muffins made with locally sourced blueberries We had people that were very interested in learning about the history and sourcing of the food on the table and Neil was able to tell us the name and story of each person that makes each item. The majority of the food on the table was locally sourced from people in the neighboring areas within a 50km radius. When we asked, he told us how he met the jam maker and how she started making jam, the story behind the jar of honey, who made it, how the bees were chosen, and which type of flowers the bees diet usually consisted of. The maple infused cheese was made on a farm about 35 - 50km away and he knew when the cheese would be available by season and we were lucky to have stayed during the right time. We were particularly interested in learning these things, but if we weren’t, it was a delicious and flavorful spread that I think would have left anybody raving about the flavor and freshness of the food. Breakfast with Neil was absolutely amazing. Neil asked us to provide our preferred breakfast time the night before and in the morning, we woke up to a beautiful spread of freshly baked breads (gluten free because I need it and regular) made by Neil from scratch. We are not an easy group to accommodate for with our dietary requirements: - 1 Gluten Free & Dairy free (that will happily eat...

We had a delightful time staying at Neil's off-the-grid cabin! It is a gorgeous property and the cabin itself is so cozy and charming. It’s even more lovely than pictures can do justice. Neil is a very warm, welcoming and gentle host. Such a pleasure getting to know him. He went out of his way to make sure we had what we needed right from our first connection. To give a few examples, he gave us extra towels for our rain-soaked dog, has detailed trail maps for guests to use and gave us helpful information about adventure options for us nearby. The yummy breakfast spread he made for us also deserves special mention! The area itself was neat to travel through. We stopped in Elora for lunch and enjoyed travelling through Amish and Mennonite areas, seeing horses used for farming work and transportation. Had the weather been more pleasant, we would have gone canoeing in the water bodies nearby. A very recommended stay!

Neil is a top notch host who is very thorough and conscientious of any dietary requests or constraints. This getaway is ideal for anyone who is interested in experiencing off grid living as well as for those who simply want to unplug from the grind for just a short while. The property is tranquil and is a atmosphere for reflection and calm. Neil is very knowledgeable and has great stories to tell if you are inclined. He also has a great way with people and is very welcoming. However if you choose not to engage he will not be in he way. He strikes the perfect balance as a host. I would recommend this sight for a romantic getaway in any season!

We are new to Air BnB and are happy to report our first experience was an incredible one!  We are not your typical hotel/BnB travellers.  We love the nature, back to basics and the great outdoors.  Our host, Neil, provided that and more at Peacock Forest! The charming cordwood cabin was sheltered in the woods, close enough to the host’s main log home for convenience but far enough away to enjoy complete privacy.  As we were visiting in late November, we made good use of the wood stove and ample supply of wood Neil had left for us.  We really enjoyed the use of his 50 plus acre property which has seemingly endless trails lovingly maintained by Neil. He provided us with a detailed map of the trails so we could easily navigate them. Neil also let us use his outdoor cedar barrel sauna. It is heated by a small wood stove that he started up for us. It was a pleasant and unique experience. As for breakfast, it didn't disappoint either. We are quite health-conscious and really appreciated his wide array of healthy choices, most of them organic and locally produced: granola, whole-grain muffins and breads, yogurt and kafir, and a wide assortment of jams, jellies, and spreads. We will certainly do our best to visit this lovely and peaceful spot again to experience it during a different season.

I fell in love….I found a host who loves to share his joy, what more can I say. Right from our first correspondence, Neil’s attention to detail is above and beyond expectation. This is just the beginning of an adventure I will never forget, and can’t wait for our next one!! I booked Corwood Cabin for my Partner Scott and myself, along with Neil’s private camping section for my Cousin Angela and her two teenagers. Secluded in Neil’s 50 acres, off grid retreat. The wonderful thing is, he will only host one group at a time, you have his undivided attention, which goes beyond words. The sites are stocked with fresh well water, firewood and even flushable outdoor toilets. What more could you ask for? Well how about a wood stoked sauna with a cooling shower! , Walking trails that are groomed so walking is easy for anyone. Keep your eyes open for all the magic you will find. It seemed like at every corner there was another little gem. Some placed there by Mother Nature and others placed with care. Walking into Neil’s home was like walking into my Grandparents home, taking me back to smells of my childhood, with fresh baked goodies and a table laden with such an array of condiments and fresh local produce, I didn’t know where to start, or finish for that matter. Neil took so much interest in everyone and their lives, making each guest feel like they were the only one that mattered. Talking to each one and sharing part of his own life, a book or artifact that you might find interesting, he has it all. Thank you again for all your amazing hospitality, and can’t wait until we meet again ☺

The Cordwood Cabin was everything I was looking for. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking go off the grid for a few days. I'll admit, I'm city kid at heart, born and raised in Toronto. Part of the reason I wanted to check out the cabin was to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, clear my mind for the new year as well as get in touch with nature. You have the option of going full Pioneer mode (no electricity), which is what I did or you could use the generator provided for electricity, there are lights in and outside of the cabin. There was plenty of firewood and candles provided so I was never cold or uncomfortable. Aside from the cabin, you'll have access to 50 acres of woodlands to explore (map provided), with several trails that connected to one another so it was pretty much impossible to get lost. The outhouse was only a few steps away from the cabin and it was a pleasant experience. Neil was an amazing host, I had access to the main house from 8 am - 10 pm. Breakfast provided was amazing, I was provided with many options and then some if I was still hungry. Neil even got up around super early to prepare freshly baked croissants and muffins. It was also great getting to know Neil and hearing his story. If you're looking to disconnect from the overly simulated society we live in and take things back to basics I'd highly recommend this listing. I'll be heading back up in the spring/summer to give it another go. Thanks Neil, I'm a changed man.

My husband and I had a fantastic time with Neil! We had a last minute trip planned to Tobermory that fell on a long weekend not only did he help us find fantastic places to sight see and eat but also some less known and far less crowded attractions around the area that made our trip much more enjoyable. He was also very professional and genuinely kind and prepared us a fantastic breakfast complete with great views on his property. The cabin itself was hidden away on his property so despite being close enough to the main house and parking it was private and immersive perfect for those looking to get away from a noisy town or city for a few days. Overall it was a fantastic trip and we would recommend it to anyone who wants to experience a more adventurous getaway around the Owen Sound/Tobermory area.

Nancy's house was perfect for our ten family members. Five bedroom, three bathroom country home has everything you need. Nice deck and lots of yard for kids to play and explore.

The house was clean, the owners were accessible but didn't interfere in our stay. We had wonderful three days. We love to go back whenever possible.

Nancy's home was such a great space for my family and co-workers. There was more than enough space for the 15 of us to sleep and my children loved her backyard and playground. Nancy was a great host. Communication between us was never an issue. She let us enjoy her home and was just a phone call away when we needed her.

Nancy's house is spacy and the kids were able to play well. The house has a big terrace southside, a playhouse with two slides in the back and a small forest next door. Centre of Chesley with store, liquor store, a few restaurants and playground is close by. A good starting point for day trips to Bruce peninsula and the waterfalls of Grey county. Nancy was a warm host!

Nancy was a wonderful host and always willing to help and answer any questions we had. The location is perfect, close to shops, walking trails, fishing and an amazing burger place walking distance. 13 of us stayed there and we all loved it!

Nancy is a great host: she'll feedback to ur message within minutes. Her place is nice & huge! Ample supplies of kitchen utensils & toiletries. She also welcome us w a fruit basket & personally walk us thru' her cottage. Definitely recommend her cottage to everyone.

As a large group of young professionals looking for a house to rent for a seminar, we were beyond pleasantly surprised to find Nancy's. The house was wonderful and spacious enough to accommodate 12 of us with ease. It sits on a large lot which I truly wish we had more time to explore, located just minutes from town. Nancy was an excellent host and provided us with a warm welcome and tour, giving us all the information we could possibly need, with an open line of communication to contact her whenever necessary. I would definitely recommend renting Nancy's home, and if she would have us, I would love to rent again this summer for my family.

Communication was always excellent, and Nancy was very accommodating to our needs. The setting is beautiful, we were able to snowshoe and ski out the back and along the river. Chesley is very close for shopping needs.

A group of 18 of us stayed at stonehaven for the weekend and it was an awesome experience. We barely left the property because there was so much to do at the house. From the pool to the games room to the fire pit. It was all fun. The amount of space we had worked well for a large group. I will definitely recommend this place to other people, it was beautiful.

We rented Steve And Jane’s place for a large group. It was as we expected. Everyone had a great time. We would recommend it to other people.

Our group of friends fell in love with Stonehaven. It was perfect for what we were looking for in a long weekend getaway. The house actually feels much bigger and more spacious than you can tell from the photos. We had about 20 people and it was a comfortable size for our group which is impressive. There were 3 separate large common areas. The games room had a piano (which was a lovely surprise -- we got a lot of use out of it) and shuffleboard, along with an extra fridge which we definitely needed. The kitchen was nice and well stocked but we had to bring our own baking sheets to cook some things in the oven. The beds were comfortable, and even the triple bunk bed room didn't feel too cramped. Washrooms were nice and clean. The decor within the house was amazing, especially all the animal pelts. The outdoors of the house is beautiful. If you walk along the trail you will eventually reach a vast open meadow with rolling hills. This was my favourite place. We also brought hammocks and tied them in some trees around the property. There appeared to be some beehives someone had set up by the trail so we had to keep our dogs away from those--something to be aware of. Steve and Jane were great contacts to deal with. They were accessible and happy to answer any questions we had. Overall highly recommend Stonehaven, 100% would rent again.

Beautiful, clean and spacious! Would definitely stay here again.

this is a perfect place for a large group getaway. we arrived to a clean, well organized and cozy home with plenty of space for our group of 15 (+3 dogs). we enjoyed the large pool, games room, evening fires and walking trails . we were thrilled to have a table where we could all sit and enjoy meals as a family. we also appreciated that there were multiple sitting areas which allowed people to congregate in groups, but also take some down time as needed. before and throughout our stay communication was great with our hosts. many thanks steve and jane!

We had a large party with people of all ages, and everyone thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful house. There was a lot of space for the kids, indoors and outdoors. During inclement weather, the kids spent most of their time playing in the game room with the piano, shuffleboard, and various board games. The kitchen had a nice flow and was well stocked with dishes and other appliances. There were several sitting rooms for conversations and movie viewings. The many bedrooms upstairs were spacious and comfortable. There were plenty of extra towels and linen to use. Though our stay was rainy, overcast and cold, we enjoyed our time in the pool and the volleyball court. The house is also fairly close to many national parks and beaches, which we visited and loved. Steve was readily available to help at all times, and we really appreciated that. We highly recommend this place for families and families with kids.

Amazing stay !! Great help. Very responsive and amazing people. Thanks for the stay will diffentaly stay again. Thanks for all.

We had an amazing time staying at Steve and Jane's home. There was 16 of us staying for the weekend and it was more than enough space for all of us. The games room was huge! This was probably our favourite room in the house! The home was clean and equipped with everything that we could of possibly needed. There were 2 fridges, plenty of plates and cutlery, as well as pots and pans, et,.! It was very easy to communicate with Steve and Jane during our stay when we had questions. (I wish we were able to meet them!) I would go back to "Stonehaven" or to any of Steve and Jane's homes.

There are no words to describe Neil's home..WOW, outstanding, natural beauty, amazing...I could go on. Myself and my children camped in the tent while my cousins rented the cabin. The tent was immaculate with plenty of room . The food tent, fire pit and seating provided were brilliant, always stocked with drinking water and fire wood....everything you needed without having to ask. We arrived to a very warm welcome from Neil, who helped us unpack the truck and transport our belongings the the tent/cabin. The children were engaged and involved instantly. The raw beauty of this land is striking, not over cultivated this is a true example of mother nature and what she has to offer. Neil embraces this and it is reflected in how the whole setup is ran. The surrounding trails are truly beautiful with lots of hidden treasures (look for the duck :-)) Breakfast is outstanding, lots of variety, using natural organic sourced products and everyone was catered for (I ate too much)! During breakfast Neil would share stories and experiences regarding the land and his journey. Take the time to listen to these they are really interesting. As well as the camping facilities already mentioned there are biodegradable flushing toilets.....whoop....but let's not forget the sauna with the cold shower, we were lucky in that it wasn't too hot and we could enjoy it. Don't think twice about booking to stay at this idyllic hideaway, it is nature's finest and Neil is an amazing host. Thank you so much Neil, we will definitely come back next time we are in Canada. Much appreciation, Angela, Ellie and Jacob :-)

ABOUT OUR GROUP: We were a group of 6 that rented both the Cordwood Cabin and the tent camping sites so we rented both (2) facilities. Neil rents Cordwood Cabin and the tent sites separately or together if it’s the same group, but to allow for privacy, he doesn’t host two different groups on the property at once. OUR EXPERIENCE: This trip far exceeded our expectations. Neil’s description is detailed, but there are so many things that made this place and our stay spectacular that aren’t captured in his description. I tried to encompass them in this review and break them out into sections. PRE-ARRIVAL PREPARATION: Neil was incredibly responsive and patient. He responded to all of our questions (at times 15+ questions at time) within 6 hours and often within an 1-2 hours. Many in our group had never been camping before and we had a lot of questions. Neil was not only patient and generous with his responses about how to prepare for the bugs, to cook food at the campsite, BREAKFAST: But Neil pulled together an amazing spread of: - beautifully ripened and locally sourced blueberries, currants, and apples. - butter croissants made from scratch by Neil - 10+ locally sourced jams, - local maple infused cheeses, - yogurts, soy based yogurts, - Granolas, rye based bread crumble brought by one of his Danish friends from Denmark - freshly baked muffins made from scratch, breads from scratch, that he woke up hours earlier to bake, including blueberry muffins made with locally sourced blueberries We had people that were very interested in learning about the history and sourcing of the food on the table and Neil was able to tell us the name and story of each person that makes each item. The majority of the food on the table was locally sourced from people in the neighboring areas within a 50km radius. When we asked, he told us how he met the jam maker and how she started making jam, the story behind the jar of honey, who made it, how the bees were chosen, and which type of flowers the bees diet usually consisted of. The maple infused cheese was made on a farm about 35 - 50km away and he knew when the cheese would be available by season and we were lucky to have stayed during the right time. We were particularly interested in learning these things, but if we weren’t, it was a delicious and flavorful spread that I think would have left anybody raving about the flavor and freshness of the food. Breakfast with Neil was absolutely amazing. Neil asked us to provide our preferred breakfast time the night before and in the morning, we woke up to a beautiful spread of freshly baked breads (gluten free because I need it and regular) made by Neil from scratch. We are not an easy group to accommodate for with our dietary requirements: - 1 Gluten Free & Dairy free (that will happily eat...

Long story short we had an amazing time and would definitely recommend staying here. We want to thank Neil for being a wonderful part of our experience. He helped us explore the natural wonders of Ontario. He gave us options on places to see and go to. Neil is the most accommodating host. I asked Neil a day before on dinner suggestions on our way to his place and he told us about feastology. It was a food truck with delicious food. We arrived at night and he drove his tractor to help us with our tent and bags to the site just a few meters next to his house. We had 6 people and set up 2 large tents with enough space. We didn't really realize we had the whole space to ourselves. The cedar wood in the outdoor privy smelled so good. We didn't get a chance to use the Sauna but we used the outdoor shower which was nice. We also used Neil's indoor shower. He offered us his apple shampoo homemade he brought from the farmers market. Our absolute FAVORITE part was his breakfast. He let us choose the time we wanted to have breakfast and prepared everything by then. The croissants just melted in my mouth. The muffins were fresh baked as well. A variety of jams for our toast! Try the kefir! And the juice! Everything is vegetarian and mostly organic! Just be prepared to be a very happy person eating very good food. Then one night we wanted to make a bonfire but had very little knowledge of building one so we asked Neil for some help. He came over and cut off branches for us and basically built up a nice fire for us to enjoy.

We really can't say enough good things about our stay at Neil's. It was a wonderful weekend with beautiful scenery and interesting nearby towns. While we were planning our trip, Neil was very friendly and helpful with everything from making sure we were prepared, to helping us find his place. He has great checklists and reference material for people new to camping. When we arrived, Neil was waiting to help us take our stuff to his campsite. The campsite is just beautiful. If you're from the city like we are, the quiet of the forest is unbelievable. We arrived just after a morning of rainy weather so everything smelled so fresh and clean. After unloading our stuff Neil took us through the details of the campsite and the brand-new cedar toilet. The site has a mesh tent as also a camping tent ready, both were very nice and clean. Neil is a very welcoming and a very interesting guy - one of our favourite parts of the trip was asking Neil about off-grid life and how his electricity and daily life works. The campsite has a fire pit in a clearing in the forest where you can sit and enjoy a fire at night. We unpacked our stuff and set up our tent and Neil came back to make sure we had everything we needed. We also decided on a time for breakfast the next morning which was also wonderful! We chose a weekend with no moon because we love stargazing, and we were lucky to get a clear sky that night. The sky and darkness did not disappoint, and seeing the sky at such a peaceful place is a wonderful experience. The next day we went to Neil's house for breakfast where he had many homemade / organic options. Everything was delicious and spending time talking to Neil was vet enjoyable. There is a lot of history in his house and on his land. During breakfast we could watch birds at his bird feeder and in just a short amount of time we saw blue jays, cardinals, gold finches (?), grosbeaks, robins, sparrows and many many more. There was also a ground hog who made an appearance. Later in the day we also saw a humming bird! Everything from beginning to end was great and we really recommend Neil's place for people who are looking for something a little more private and comfortable than the provincial parks. We are already looking forward to going back!

Neil's off-grid retreat was our coziest camping adventure for our soul. We got to start the day off by connecting with a breakfast that reflected Neil's a kind soft energy and care. We ended the day by falling asleep under blanket of stars with textures of the milky-way. There were a couple of delightful surprises that really helped us appreciate nuances . 1. The water: We've never really appreciated the taste of water until we tried some from Neil's well. The feeling of clarity would describe its flavor. He generously supplied us with some on sight in these beautiful glass jars. 2. The outdoor privy: an unexpected surprise as to how amazing the scent of the cedar wood adds to this extremely clean piece of technology. 3. The outdoor shower: this would only comfortable in a private location like Neil's. Very impressed by how refreshing it was to shower under the stars at night. 4. The fire pit: Plenty of comfortable seating surrounding the firepit. The fire was perfectly enclosed in a section not too far from the tents but far enough to feel private. Our experience with this fire pit stirred a lot of inspiration and thought amongst us about connecting us to this very primitive form of community building.

Our stay at Neil's was an unforgetable and peaceful experience. Nestled in the woods you get to experience the wilderness but also be close to amenities if needed. Neil has this tranquility about him and he was a great host, always available to help you plan your day and suggest places for you to check out (even prior to arrival). The many trails on the property are beautiful, a walk to the spirit tree is a must. The breakfast was amazing, he is a fantastic baker (he woke up at 4am for croissants to rise perfectly) with a great variety of jams, local fruits, and great coffee. Overall this was a great experience for my friends and family, and I would recommend this place to anyone who wants to get away from the regular crowded camping sites and enjoy the great outdoors.

We had a great experience at Private Camping. Neil is very friendly and accommodating. The breakfast was fantastic! We loved the experience :)

Wow, this really was like camping with the entire park to yourself… totally worth the extra $$ than staying at a crowded campground! Neil was prompt and detailed with communication beforehand and during my stay had everything well organized. The tenting site and firepit area, which are right beside each other, were both in excellent condition. His land has lots of different areas to explore, I especially liked spending time at the big old Spirit Tree. Neil has a peaceful and gentle air about him, actually the whole property felt that way, he was friendly and helpful whenever I had questions or needed assistance but also left me to do my own thing and gave me the space and privacy I wanted. I can’t finish this off without mentioning the organic breakfast, which I had read about on reviews for Cordwood Cabin, his other listing for this property. I don’t know I will ever find another camp spot where I get croissants, muffins, no fewer than 8 choices of jam (!), yogurt etc etc and the most amazing cooked steel cut oats that pretty much took care of breakfast and lunch in one go. Thanks for a great stay. Highly recommended! P.s., this would be a great place for first-time campers.

Belle endroit, chaleureux et très bien entretenu.

John and Miriam are very welcoming, knowledgable about the area and serve up a delicious breakfast. A great place to stay.

We had a great stay with John and Miriam. They were very kind and attentive hosts and the accomodations were superb. From a very quaint and tidy room with a comfortable bed to a delicious breakfast with fresh local products to the whirlpool bath to the use of a refridgerator and a washer and dryer nothing was wanting. The small town of Tara where the Doctor's house is situated on the not very busy at all main street is just large enough to have it's own pizzaria and not very much more. We picked up a pizza one evening and enjoyed it on the rear veranda overlooking a lovely well maintained garden along with a couple of beers and some interesting conversation with John and Miriam about the town of Tara and vacations past amongst other things. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back when we visit the Bruce/Grey area again :-D

John and Miriam were very welcoming and let us check in late on the first day as we had been sightseeing until dark. Our room was clean and the bathroom had everything that we needed was conveniently located. During breakfast we sat together with others that were staying at the B&B while enjoying the lovely pancakes and homemade fruit yoghurt which led to some interesting conversations! Would recommend and would stay here again. Cheers.

Our stay with John and Miriam's was wonderful. From the first moment we walked in we were greeted by John who took us to our room, showed us the amenities and gave us a brief and informative tour of the house (built in 1896). The house is dripping with beautiful antique peices and a wonderful decor. We stayed in room 4, it was above expectations to say the least. Room was ready for us with fresh towels, everything was very tidy, clean and labeled for ease of use (ie. wet towels hanger). In the morning the Bavarian pie and fruit yogurt for breakfast were perfect for the day ahead. John and Miriam meticulously took care of each guest in the dining room where we were served. We had to leave soon after. John had plenty of excellent advice on sight seeing given the busy season this labor day weekend. Excellent advice that we took, instead of the Grotto it was Lions Head and it was the correct choice, leads human traffic and the view was spectacular with clear blue waters and beautiful lookouts from the high cliffs. We also had a crash course in the history of the house spanning almost a century and a quarter. It's always nice to be in the presence of knowledgeable and passionate people. Thank you for a wonderful stay John and Miriam, it was a pleasure, Cathy and Cristian.

Our stay was great, Mariam and John where great hosts.

John and Miriam really added to an amazing long weekend with my girlfriend. The bed was so comfortable, the washroom although shared was so clean and luxurious. The breakfast served was amazing with fresh ingredients beats a lot of restaurant quality foods. They have a beautiful garden in the backyard you can tell the type of people John and Miriam are just by looking at it.

We enjoyed staying in this nice and quiet B&B. Miriam& John are great hosts and gave us a lot of information about the area and things to do and see.

The cottage is beautiful and looked just like the photos. It has a nice cozy and rustic feel to it with its completely wooden interior and interesting forest related decors. You can smell the cedar wood once you step in. It fit all 12 of us comfortably and the price is great! We drove out for about 20 mins and spent an afternoon in Inglis falls, and spent the rest of our time watching stars, chatting near the fire and playing boardgames.

Beautiful place, the wood stoves kept it cozy even in the cold conditions we experienced. There is an excellent selection of board games, and the kitchen is very well equipped. Some of the bedrooms get a bit cool if you don't leave the doors open overnight, but there is plenty of bedding and wasn't inconvenient. Steven an Jane had the fires roaring and the place toasty when we showed up, and sent all necessary info by sms. Highly recommended!

Our stay at Steve and Jane's was so great! The place was so clean and tidy. It was a great stay! I would recommend it to my friends and families for a get away weekend.

Steve and Jane's place was perfect for a weekend in the country for our group of eight. The listing was accurate and Steve was quick to respond.

We stayed in this cottage for New Years eve. Nice and cozy

The house is beautiful and cozy. The area around is very quite and offers the best conditions for out-of-town vacation.

It's a very nice house, suitable for a group of friends hanging out. We have 9 people and we all love it very much. Steve and Jane are nice hosts. They have everything we need and everything is well prepared before we check in. Because it is winter time, they were willing to let us check in earlier. It's 50 mins' driving to Blue mountain resort. We had a great Christmas there. We wanna come back in summertime. Highly recommend this place!

We booked it really last min and they responded immediately. The pictures were on point the house was beautiful. I'd definitely come back again!!

Fantastic stay with great hosts and a very unique atmosphere. Would definitely recommend.

It was a decent stay up until we left. Quaint house, quite clean and great food. The host(s) lack effective communication. Prior to my booking, we discussed having a third guest as we were travelling with our son. The host(s) advised us to book the larger room (which we did) and we paid fully. Upon our leaving and saying goodbye, the host(s) bombarded us rudely and said we needed to pay for an additional person. I was shocked by this as we had seen each other multiple times throughout our stay and had full conversations about our trip. I tried to discuss with the host(s) that this was never brought up and should have been upon booking. They said because I said I had a son with a "cot", they assumed he was a baby. I can understand a cultural difference of miscommunication, however, they had ample time to bring this issue up. They could've mentioned it upon checking in, when they seen all 3 of us but they did not. They could have mentioned it throughout the long weekend, but they did not. The fact that they bombarded us as we were leaving (in front of other guests) that we needed to pay left a poor taste in my mouth, not to mention it was incredibly embarrassing. I was disgraced by this as we had a wonderful stay up until this point. If they had felt they required an additional fee, it should have been made aware to us at booking when we paid, not when we were leaving. They gave reasoning as, they assumed our son was a "baby"; they never allow 3 guests; and airbnb doesn't give them an area for extra guest charge. I suggest not allowing 3 guests period if this is how they feel. I will not stay here again nor will I recommend it because of this situation and how it was handled.

The house was really nice with Victorian style decor and had a classic feel to it. The hots John and Miriam was not only nice but had great recommendations for places to eat and local site seeings.

Both of them are really good hosts. Breakfast was good. Couple of things we didn't like were.. Bathroom was shared between 4 rooms and bedroom didn't have a lock. However, neither of them caused us any problem as only 2 rooms were occupied but It may if all rooms are occupied. Breakfast was really good. They made special vegetarian breakfast for us.

This was our first experience with Airbnb and it was wonderful. John and Miriam were delightful, the place is beautiful, the breakfast was amazing and the the recommendation to go to Southhampton for a beautiful sunset just made a wonderful stay even better!

I really enjoy to stay to thid place its clean ,relaxing and the food was good were enjoying to stay with you john and mirriam they are so nice host and friendly see u soon for a nex trip

The rooms are clean and everything is prepared. the homemade breakfast is lovely. The owner John and Miriam are very friendly and helpful.

We had a very comfortable stay. Miriam and John were friendly and offered helpful tips on places to eat and how long it would take to get to our destination the next morning.

John et Myriam sont très sympathique. Il y a un breakfast inclus et on mange avec d'autres voyageurs ce qui permet de faire des rencontres. Plein de brochures sur la région, des conseils. Un bon endroit où venir faire une halte !

Awesome place to stay! Was very clean and a nice spot to be in. We were going to Tobermory all of our days there but the house was in a good spot to go there as well as south Hampton, lions head and many more. John and Miriam were very nice and helpful and it was nice to have breakfast made for you in the morning!

The b&b was quite easy to find as it is on a main road. Upon arrival, John and Miriam were friendly and introduced themselves. There are 1.5 bathrooms as per description, and the rooms are as shown in the photos. The breakfast was amazing, served at 8:30am daily. There is wifi as well as a bunch of pamplets & binders recommending what to do in the area. The hosts are knowledgeable as well. There is no lock on the bedroom door, and the bed was a little harder than I'm used to, but these are just minor details to a great overall experience.

The Doctor's House is a wonderful place to stay with amazing hosts. The house fits with the mood of the little town of Tara, quaint and full of period pieces. I will be returning when I have more time to explore the area.

We really enjoyed our stay at John and Miriam 's place. They were very friendly people and the room had everything we needed for a short stay. The breakfast was also very delicious.

Miriam offered us lots of booklets upon our arrival, gave us a house tour and showed where everything is. They are very nice and friendly people. The room and the bathroom were very neat and tidy. Knowing that we will be leaving early the next day, Miriam made us breakfast and left it in the fridge so that we won't be leaving hungry. It was very nice of her!

This was a great place close to all of the best beaches and tourist destinations. Being in a quiet area it is perfect for winding down after a day of hiking and travelling.

What a beautifully kept home! John greeted me as I arrived and showed me to my private room. I'm a frequent Airbnb user, but this was the first time I stayed in a private room instead of renting the entire home. I had to share a bathroom and shower, but there was an extra bathroom (without a shower) that we could use as well. It was very clean, spotless in fact, and I had no qualms about sharing the facilities. Tara is a small town but within walking distance are groceries, beer and wine, and restaurants (I did Sulky Sam's takeout - the fish and chips were excellent!). It is a "true" B&B so breakfast was included. Not only did I enjoy the home-made breakfast, but I really enjoyed meeting the other guests as we all shared our travel plans and opinions on global issues over breakfast and coffee. John was a wonderful host and chef! I'd stay there again in a heartbeat!

Great place, beautiful property. My only complaint is that we didn't stay long enough! It was the perfect escape from city life and Gayle was wonderful and extremely prompt with any questions and offered a lot of great suggestions on things to do :) Thanks Gayle!

Gayle's piece of heaven was a beautiful and serene place. The cottage was beautiful, the weather was great and the accommodations were very reasonable. Gayle and her husband made sure we felt comfortable and answered any question we had and got back to us very quickly. I would 110% recommend a stay!

Gayle's place is such an amazing place to plan a getaway from the city. The amount of beds and space provided easily accommodated my group of 10. The road is kinda scary when you first enter it then you drive up to this beautiful home and it's not so bad anymore! We enjoyed the fact that there was a game cabin where we spent sometime in and also how we were provided with firewood for the fireplace. Would recommend bringing your own water as the water from the taps/shower have a smell and the internet is slow but manageable. I definitely recommend Gayle's place for any group looking for a cottage.

We were 8 friends spending the weekend at Gayle's cottage. We loved staying at this nice and spacious cottage and enjoyed the game room. Gayle is very helpful and I appreciate the extra time she provided us to check out. The only issue, water smells and I would recommend bringing enough water to drink. I recommend this excellent cottage for any group of people. Thanks, Gayle!

Pictures don't do justice, place is spacious, winter fireplace is amazing, many beds, games room really cool (though we didn't use in winter). Loved that there were no neighbours in sight! Arrived to a clean place! Only suggestions; bring your own water, we didn't and drank tap water, but would have preferred bottled as it is well water and has a bit of an odour. As well, for winter, make sure you have winter tires, this is legit remote and will prove a challenge to front wheel drive. Hosts were responsive and friendly.

This is a fantastic place to bring your family or a larger group. The photos simply do not do it justice. There is lots to explore on the property but it is close enough to Georgian Bay/Owen Sound if you want to cool off or get a change of scenery. Thanks Gayle for being such a great host!

Pictures don't do this cottage justice! So beautiful and has so much character. High ceiling with wood paneling gives it the cabin feel. Everyone loved it, lots of room and so clean. Lots of trails for winter hiking. The rec room was fully equipped for entertainment, bollards table and darts. Gayle is amazing, she lives close by and if you needed anything she'd come and drop it off stealthily with respect for our privacy. Honestly you have to go check it out in person!

We had a wonderful stay at the Russet Hill House. It was absolutely beautiful inside and out! There was lots of space for my family. The fireplaces made it extra cozy for our winter vacation. We went hiking, and snowshoeing, played pool and darts in the games room, and had a game of road hockey. The perfect location for our family holiday! Thanks so much for renting us the beautiful Russet Hill House, we will have many wonderful memories to look back on...and would love to return in the summer!

John et Miriam étaient super sympathiques. Disponibles mais pas trop intrusifs. John nous a donné de bonnes indications et conseils afin de maximiser notre temps de visite autour. Un séjour comprenant trois nuits minimum n'est pas de trop. Partez tôt (5h30) pour la péninsule !! Ça vaut la peine :) Leur demeure est bien équipée, charmante et remplie d'histoire.

Wonderful place to stay. Breakfast are exceptional.

John and Miriam were so kind to let us check in earlier than we planned. The suite we rented was very spacious and clean, we could easily find everything we needed. John and Miriam gave us lots of brochures and maps, and great advice where to go, which saved us a lot of time searching around. The best part was the breakfast, it was just amazing, my parents enjoyed so much. Our trip there was wonderful thanks to John and Miriam.

Good experience for us as a first time user of AirBnb. Except some small details, it was a very good and pleasant experience and the hosts did their best to explain the areas to visit and make our stay very pleasant.

Great hosts. Very good location, within 20 minutes of many tourist spots. Great suggestions on things to see and do.

房间很干净,很大。由于是阁楼,洗手间有点矮。 房东是30年前从英国移民过来的,家具什么都挺古典 早上急着去坐船,没有时间享用早餐,小小的遗憾

John and Miriam are lovely hosts and the apartment is spacious with a full kitchen. The breakfast was delicious--omelets with local eggs and cheese. We booked last minute and had a very smooth check in and check out, with great communication.

John and Miriam are amazing people. we immediately felt that we were at home. we were a group of 5 adults and 1 toddler. the place is big, clean, well kept and yes- nice breakfast. thanks to you both for hosting us.

Jonh et Myriam ont été des hôtes merveilleux ! N'hésitez surtout pas à leur poser des questions sur la région. Ils ont été d'une grande générosité et nous ont grandement aidé. L'endroit est accueillant, propre et les chambres confortables. Le jardin à l'arrière de la maison est magnifique . Que dire du délicieux déjeuner ! Nous recommandons fortement cet endroit.

Great place to stay. Very friendly host and house was very clean. Breakfast was also good.

We had a great stay at the Doctors House. John and Miriam were excellent hosts who were most welcoming and great to talk with. They gave us plenty of information so that we managed to see all the best bits locally. Not only is the Doctors House very comfortable and the breakfasts really good, It is very well situated for touring the Burce peninsula and the Georgion Bluffs. We're really glad we decided to stay here as part of our holiday in Ontario.

Everything was great. Both John and Miriam were very welcoming and hospitable. Delicious breakfast in the morning!

John and Miriam were the perfect hosts! The b&b is quaint, we stayed in the schoolhouse room and it was lovely and clean. They provided towels, shampoo, conditioner, body wash and body lotion. Breakfast in the morning was delicious, Miriam made us her famous Bavarian Pancake, yogurt and fruit, orange juice and tea. They were very knowledgeable about the area and armed us with pamphlets for Tobermory. My boyfriend and I drove up Friday afternoon from Toronto and stayed at the Doctor's House at night and drove another 1.5 hrs to Bruce Peninsula which worked out well.

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We loved our stay at John and Miriam's b&b - they are so knowledgable, warm and so awesome to talk to. Their home is beautiful and garden is just incredible! The school house room was very clean and the super comfortable bed was just perfect. They provided us with maps and based on what we were in the mood for showed us where we could go and how to get there. One of the most beautiful sunsets is close by - we missed it because of the weather so will definitely be back!

John and Miriam were great hosts, great breakfast and everything was there for us.

Étonnante halte pour des parisiens : dans un micro village à la campagne, la maison de la famille Adams, semble dire le grand manteau noir dans le couloir. Deco "d'époque" ; ne pas oublier ses bouchons d'oreille pour les voitures...Bill et Miriam charmants ! Et le petit dej est l'occasion d'une rencontre sympa avec les voisins.

Thanks John and Miriam for introducing us several interesting vacation area. We really enjoy the staying at your house and the hearty breakfast. We're sure to come back in the future.

John and Miriam are very kind and friendly hosts. Their house is one of the best surprize we ever had by its quality during our trip around Ontario.

Very pleasant stay in a comfortable bedroom with private welll equiped bathroom .Nice victorian house in a small village near the warm beaches of the wzet coast of Bruce peninsula .John and Miriam helped us alot to find the best places to visit and are great guests

John and Miriam made our stay very enjoyable and comfortable. We spent a couple of days in the Bruce Peninsula and this place is in a convenient location, the breakfasts offered are delicious, making you feel like home. We recommend it to everyone who wants to visit this area.

Very nice place, easy to find. The room was quite cosy. Breakfast was very good both mornings we were there. Beautiful bathroom! Our hosts were very friendly, we had several nice chats with them. Would definitely go again.

Our stay at John and Miriam was absolutely lovely. The place is spectacular, full of antique looking furniture and decorations. The place was so clean we were surprised how they can keep such a large home so clean and shiny! John and Miriam were such nice and helpful hosts. All three of us absolutely enjoyed our stay at their place and we highly recommend this place!

We were a last minute booking and John went out of his way to make us welcome. Gave great recommendations on places for an evening meal and sunset photos. Discovered we have a lot in common musically, which made for a bonus connection. The room we had (Victorian) was spacious, beautiful, and spotless. Couldn't have been better. While the village may be a bit out of the way it is certainly worth the visit. The quiet will blow you away. Breakfast was satisfying and interesting with Bavarian pancakes and real maple syrup! You will not be disappointed to make The Doctor's House part of your holiday.

Cette location dispose de beaucoup d'atouts, à commencer par son emplacement dans un superbe (et vaste) endroit de verdure. La décoration intérieure est aussi une vraie réussite, la chambre principale à l'étage, avec sa terrasse, est superbe. Nous avons recontré les parents de Jane , très sympathiques, qui , en plus d'une carte, nous ont donné de très bons conseils pour les excursions et activité (par exemple le marché de Keady) dans cette région de Bruce peninsula.

I stayed at the Loft with 3 of my friends and we had a blast! The Loft is big enough to easily fit 7 and yet cozy enough that you can stay as just 1 or 2. Everything about the place is perfect: the furniture, location, and surroundings. Steve and Jane are great hosts and are always available should you need them. We also met Jane's parents who were extremely friendly and forthcoming. I am already looking forward to coming back!

Steve and Jane are great hosts, very considerate. They replied promptly to an inquiries and even provided us with a list of activities to do in the area while we were visiting. Settler's Loft is absolutely stunning. We had such a relaxing time and felt so welcome. The loft is bright and comfortable and beautifully maintained. I definitely recommend getting the homemade biscuits and jelly-absolutely delicious. We will definitely be back for a longer stay!

Settler's Loft is absolutely lovely! Great set up. Exactly as shown in pictures. We really enjoyed ourselves. Steve and Jane were extremely timely with correspondence. Thanks!

This place is amazing, especially in this season. The house was surrounded by tons of maple trees. It was a little bit rainy on our first day,and we even can smell a little bit sweet in the air. We stayed 3 days in the sweet and cozy loft, and then we realized it was not enough~! If you need a place to relax and chill out, this loft is your first choice~!

We enjoyed our stay at the Settlers Loft cabin. It was like a little retreat nestled away in the woods. We are grateful to our hosts for squeezing us in at the last moment as we were scrambling after our previous plans fell through. We love the decor of the place and really loved exploring everything the local area had to offer. Would definitely stay here again.

Fantastic place, great experience. Thx.

The house is very cute, in the middle of the wood. Therefore it's very very quiet at night (and day). The beds vere very comfortable, and so were the duvets (that I particularly loved!) Steve & Jane made everything to make our trip easier and gave us so many advice of the things to do. The kitchen is well equiped, the inside house style has a lot of character, and we were all charmed by that. Thanks!!