Kente Lodge guidebook
Beaches
Prince Edward County has some of the best beaches in Ontario. Definitely a must-visit!
Beaches tend to get busy on the Summer weekends, we suggest planning your beach trip ahead of time - book your slot up to 5 days before your trip to guarantee your entry to the local beaches.
http://www.ontarioparks.com/parksblog/advance-daily-vehicle-permits/
Gorgeous beach that gets pretty busy during the hot season.
For long beach walks and shallow water visit Outlet beach. It is very kid-friendly and also has a designated dog area. It gets busy during the Summer weekends, so make sure to arrive early. Please note that with our park pass you do not need to wait in the main line and can get straight to the pass-holders line up (much shorter). We recommend you book your visit up to 5 days ahead.
For a wow-effect, visit Dunes beach. Water access is so-so, but the sand landscape is incredible.
Sandbanks is not just the beach. It is also a campground. Also you can hike there and ride your bikes.
https://www.ontarioparks.com/park/sandbanks
(Pictures by https://wanderingwagars.com)
485 habitants recommandent
Parc provincial Sandbanks
3004 County Road 12Gorgeous beach that gets pretty busy during the hot season.
For long beach walks and shallow water visit Outlet beach. It is very kid-friendly and also has a designated dog area. It gets busy during the Summer weekends, so make sure to arrive early. Please note that with our park pass you do not need to wait in the main line and can get straight to the pass-holders line up (much shorter). We recommend you book your visit up to 5 days ahead.
For a wow-effect, visit Dunes beach. Water access is so-so, but the sand landscape is incredible.
Sandbanks is not just the beach. It is also a campground. Also you can hike there and ride your bikes.
https://www.ontarioparks.com/park/sandbanks
(Pictures by https://wanderingwagars.com)
North beach is smaller and quieter than Sandbanks. It still has a lot to offer - gorgeous blue water and sandy shores, seashells, and lots of beautiful birds on your way to the water. Parking gets filled quickly - please do not get tempted to park down the road, the fines are really hefty this year.
https://www.ontarioparks.com/park/northbeach
182 habitants recommandent
North Beach Provincial Park
440 North Beach RdNorth beach is smaller and quieter than Sandbanks. It still has a lot to offer - gorgeous blue water and sandy shores, seashells, and lots of beautiful birds on your way to the water. Parking gets filled quickly - please do not get tempted to park down the road, the fines are really hefty this year.
https://www.ontarioparks.com/park/northbeach
Two and a half kilometres sandy beach, old lighthouse, bike trails and boardwalk, shallow waters, popular amongst kiters.
https://www.ontarioparks.com/park/presquile/facilities
Presqu'ile Point
Two and a half kilometres sandy beach, old lighthouse, bike trails and boardwalk, shallow waters, popular amongst kiters.
https://www.ontarioparks.com/park/presquile/facilities
The Wellington beach is a great place to walk, sunbathe, swim, picnic, canoe, kayak, launch your boat (docking facilities with electrical hook-ups and water available) and explore the interpretive signage along the boardwalk/pathway system.
From May to October 2021, there will be a $10 per person entry fee to the beach on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. The beach will close when it reaches capacity of 350 patrons.
https://www.wellingtonrotary.ca/stories/visit-wellington-rotary-beach
69 habitants recommandent
Wellington Beach
The Wellington beach is a great place to walk, sunbathe, swim, picnic, canoe, kayak, launch your boat (docking facilities with electrical hook-ups and water available) and explore the interpretive signage along the boardwalk/pathway system.
From May to October 2021, there will be a $10 per person entry fee to the beach on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. The beach will close when it reaches capacity of 350 patrons.
https://www.wellingtonrotary.ca/stories/visit-wellington-rotary-beach
Wander has been voted the best resort by the Travel Magazine. They own acres and acres of private beach and allow 75 ppl/day to enjoy it with drinks and lounge beds. Check their price packages and reserve your luxury beach visit https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GfzFHtybK_EY-hCQcfkp1ipjkHqnsX9s/view
Wander the Resort
15841 Loyalist ParkwayWander has been voted the best resort by the Travel Magazine. They own acres and acres of private beach and allow 75 ppl/day to enjoy it with drinks and lounge beds. Check their price packages and reserve your luxury beach visit https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GfzFHtybK_EY-hCQcfkp1ipjkHqnsX9s/view
Wineries
There are approximately 40 wineries in Prince Edward County. Burgundy-like soil and climate produce amazing Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, but hey, local winemakers are adventurous and Cabernet Franc, Riesling, Gamay, Pinot Gris, Baco Noir, Merlot etc also have its place in the local wine scene.
Often larger wineries will have a restaurant/snacks/pizza/charcuterie along with the wine shop and wine tasting, but definitely check online before you go. Same goes about the tasting rooms and tours - due to covid many winemakers modified their offerings.
Below is just the few wineries we wanted to highlight.
You have to try their sparkling rosé, Dunes White and Rout 33!
Check their website for updates regarding events and tastings https://www.sandbankswinery.com/
124 habitants recommandent
Sandbanks Estate Winery
17598 Loyalist PkwyYou have to try their sparkling rosé, Dunes White and Rout 33!
Check their website for updates regarding events and tastings https://www.sandbankswinery.com/
We love it for the wood-fired pizza, in-house smoked trout, oysters, their super-crisp Calcaire and proximity to the North Beach. Call ahead to book a table to avoid possible 30-45 min wait (tables are only outside, tasting inside).
110 habitants recommandent
Norman Hardie Winery and Vineyard
1152 Greer RdWe love it for the wood-fired pizza, in-house smoked trout, oysters, their super-crisp Calcaire and proximity to the North Beach. Call ahead to book a table to avoid possible 30-45 min wait (tables are only outside, tasting inside).
Have you ever seen a wine barrel on fire? Black Prince Winery, one of the oldest ones in the County, will show you how it's done. Make sure to taste their pizza and pick some of their exquisite vinegars.
Their wines are a work of art and time, but also a lot of fun - don't miss out on Mary Jane's Magical Hemp Wine.
32 habitants recommandent
Black Prince Winery & Canadian Cellars - Century Barn & Barrel House with Live Demonstrations
13370 Loyalist PkwyHave you ever seen a wine barrel on fire? Black Prince Winery, one of the oldest ones in the County, will show you how it's done. Make sure to taste their pizza and pick some of their exquisite vinegars.
Their wines are a work of art and time, but also a lot of fun - don't miss out on Mary Jane's Magical Hemp Wine.
Small and cute winery with knowledgeable staff and very innovative product. Their orange and unfiltered wines are a must try if you are on the hunt for something different.
Sit in their Muskoka chairs or picnic tables and enjoy the vineyard views with a glass in your hand.
40 habitants recommandent
Trail Estate Winery
416 Benway RdSmall and cute winery with knowledgeable staff and very innovative product. Their orange and unfiltered wines are a must try if you are on the hunt for something different.
Sit in their Muskoka chairs or picnic tables and enjoy the vineyard views with a glass in your hand.
Huff is a well-established and known winery in PEC. Estates include the inn, restaurant with a beautiful patio and a must-visit Oeno art gallery.
Did you know that Huff released the very first kosher wine in the County?
If you are into rose, they got you covered with four varieties.
Huff are also selling cutest canned wine, because wine not?
89 habitants recommandent
Huff Estates Winery & Inn
2274 Prince Edward County Rd 1Huff is a well-established and known winery in PEC. Estates include the inn, restaurant with a beautiful patio and a must-visit Oeno art gallery.
Did you know that Huff released the very first kosher wine in the County?
If you are into rose, they got you covered with four varieties.
Huff are also selling cutest canned wine, because wine not?
Though due to the pandemic their tasting room is currently closed, the store is open. Go for the piquette. Delicious drinks in a small (coca-cola like) bottles. Their experimental, low intervention alt wines need to be on your list.
22 habitants recommandent
Redtail Vineyards
422 Partridge Hollow RdThough due to the pandemic their tasting room is currently closed, the store is open. Go for the piquette. Delicious drinks in a small (coca-cola like) bottles. Their experimental, low intervention alt wines need to be on your list.
TerraCello is a local Tuscany.
Featured by the Food Network, AirCanada and Trip Advisor, this charming rustic winery will fly you to Italy with just one sip of their Boca Nera. Pizza, bocce, fire pit and massive antique doors add to the ambiance.
38 habitants recommandent
TerraCello Winery
2436 Prince Edward County Rd 1TerraCello is a local Tuscany.
Featured by the Food Network, AirCanada and Trip Advisor, this charming rustic winery will fly you to Italy with just one sip of their Boca Nera. Pizza, bocce, fire pit and massive antique doors add to the ambiance.
Wine + Cider + Pasta in European-like barn with the vineyard views. Say no more.
One of the best vintage pinot noir County has to offer.
44 habitants recommandent
The Old Third Vineyard
251 Closson RdWine + Cider + Pasta in European-like barn with the vineyard views. Say no more.
One of the best vintage pinot noir County has to offer.
Sustainable green vegan winery, that made "2020 Top 10 Ontario Wineries" list. Check their events section for $15 drop in yoga on 93 acres vineyard.
89 habitants recommandent
Karlo Estates
561 Danforth RdSustainable green vegan winery, that made "2020 Top 10 Ontario Wineries" list. Check their events section for $15 drop in yoga on 93 acres vineyard.
Food scene
The County was named ‘the Gastronomic Capital of Ontario’ by The Globe and Mail and for a very valid reason. Local restaurants serve creative dishes, often from local and seasonal ingredients.
Located side-by-side, Tomasso's offers dine-in service and Jim's pizza - pizza take out and delivery. Pick up a bottle of their own wine, made in house.
53 habitants recommandent
Tomasso's Italian Grille
35 Front StLocated side-by-side, Tomasso's offers dine-in service and Jim's pizza - pizza take out and delivery. Pick up a bottle of their own wine, made in house.
This 60s inspired place sells 24 kinds of Kawartha's ice cream.
6 habitants recommandent
Sister Scoops
2544 County Rd 64This 60s inspired place sells 24 kinds of Kawartha's ice cream.
So authentic! They offer Mexican food typical for Mexico-city. Try mole once you are there.
Great customer service.
24 habitants recommandent
Chilangos Mexican Restaurant
365 Front StSo authentic! They offer Mexican food typical for Mexico-city. Try mole once you are there.
Great customer service.
Bellville's bistro + bottle shop. Delicious international cuisine, hip ambiance.
Check out their bottled cocktails, way too cute.
20 habitants recommandent
The Lark
199 Front StBellville's bistro + bottle shop. Delicious international cuisine, hip ambiance.
Check out their bottled cocktails, way too cute.
La Condesa
298 Wellington Main StBest tacos in the county. Fancy drinks. Busy. Worth the wait.
Farm-to-table restaurant with the second to none attention to detail in everything they do.
Treat yourself. Reservation is a must.
128 habitants recommandent
Flame + Smith
106 Bloomfield Main StFarm-to-table restaurant with the second to none attention to detail in everything they do.
Treat yourself. Reservation is a must.
Best ice cream in the PEC, every local will tell you that. 'Two locations - one in Picton main strip, another one is in Bloomfield.
Campfire flavour is the taste of Summer melting on your tongue.
Preorder to skip the lineups.
73 habitants recommandent
Slickers County Ice Cream Ltd
271 Bloomfield Main StBest ice cream in the PEC, every local will tell you that. 'Two locations - one in Picton main strip, another one is in Bloomfield.
Campfire flavour is the taste of Summer melting on your tongue.
Preorder to skip the lineups.
Where do you meet a celebrity chef?
On his farm next to his fries stand!
Tuesday through Saturday, 11am to 5pm - you can also find them at the Wellington Farmers Market every Saturday from 9am to 1pm. Don't miss out on the seasonal sodas - yum yum.
15 habitants recommandent
JK French Fries
18662 Loyalist PkwyWhere do you meet a celebrity chef?
On his farm next to his fries stand!
Tuesday through Saturday, 11am to 5pm - you can also find them at the Wellington Farmers Market every Saturday from 9am to 1pm. Don't miss out on the seasonal sodas - yum yum.
Unbelievable (proposal worthy) views of Glenora. Best place to watch a sunset over a glass of local wine and french light fare.
76 habitants recommandent
The Miller House Cafe & Brasserie
275 County Rd 7Unbelievable (proposal worthy) views of Glenora. Best place to watch a sunset over a glass of local wine and french light fare.
Great patio, but even a better pool with the lakeview.
They even have a dog menu! DOG. MENU.
34 habitants recommandent
The Lakeside Motel
349 Wellington Main StGreat patio, but even a better pool with the lakeview.
They even have a dog menu! DOG. MENU.
Great seafood place, very close to the Sandbanks.
Their Alaskan King Crab comes with 2 caesar shots to be luged down the crab leg after eating. So fun, can't miss!
76 habitants recommandent
Sand and Pearl Oyster Bar
1705 County Rd 12Great seafood place, very close to the Sandbanks.
Their Alaskan King Crab comes with 2 caesar shots to be luged down the crab leg after eating. So fun, can't miss!
Places to visit
Heal with Horses, located in Hillier, uses horses and small social animals to improve mental and physical wellness. Heal with Horses offers therapeutic programming for people experiencing a variety of neuro-psychiatric conditions, mental illness, physical disabilities and those who are looking to expand their personal growth and spirituality.
You can attend one of their programs (range from $45 for half an hour, $75 for an hour and up to $120 per hour) or just come and ride a pony.
997 Danforth Rd
997 Danforth RoadHeal with Horses, located in Hillier, uses horses and small social animals to improve mental and physical wellness. Heal with Horses offers therapeutic programming for people experiencing a variety of neuro-psychiatric conditions, mental illness, physical disabilities and those who are looking to expand their personal growth and spirituality.
You can attend one of their programs (range from $45 for half an hour, $75 for an hour and up to $120 per hour) or just come and ride a pony.
Beautiful lavender farm in full bloom June to August.
Make sure you get lavender ice cream and taste delicious mead - unique brewed honey drink, good competition to local wines.
Their little store carries amazing soap and essential oil products. Linen spray is our favourite <3
17 habitants recommandent
Millefleurs
17461 Loyalist PkwyBeautiful lavender farm in full bloom June to August.
Make sure you get lavender ice cream and taste delicious mead - unique brewed honey drink, good competition to local wines.
Their little store carries amazing soap and essential oil products. Linen spray is our favourite <3
Book your alpaca tour and hang out with 80+ possibly most adorable creatures out there
9 habitants recommandent
Noble Beast Farms
14935 Loyalist PkwyBook your alpaca tour and hang out with 80+ possibly most adorable creatures out there
Open Wed-Sun, Mustang Drive In offers an amazing retro movie experience (snack bar on premises).
Make sure to visit Sunday Mustang trunk show with the local vendors and live music (running July 4th - August 15).
124 habitants recommandent
Mustang Drive-In
1521 Prince Edward County Rd 1Open Wed-Sun, Mustang Drive In offers an amazing retro movie experience (snack bar on premises).
Make sure to visit Sunday Mustang trunk show with the local vendors and live music (running July 4th - August 15).
Concerts, shows, comedy, burlesque. In a barn + patio. Enough said.
Check the upcoming events and book your tickets: https://www.thehayloftdancehall.com/
86 habitants recommandent
The Hayloft
344 Salmon Point RdConcerts, shows, comedy, burlesque. In a barn + patio. Enough said.
Check the upcoming events and book your tickets: https://www.thehayloftdancehall.com/
Eco-friendly tours of Ontario's largest natural cavern in the Bay of Quinte dated back to the 1800's.
https://www.tyendinagacaves.ca/
48 habitants recommandent
Tyendinaga Caves
2623 Harmony RdEco-friendly tours of Ontario's largest natural cavern in the Bay of Quinte dated back to the 1800's.
https://www.tyendinagacaves.ca/
Very affordable local ski-hill, perfect for children and the beginners.
Ski in Winter, hike during the warmer season.
https://www.batawaskihill.com/
40 habitants recommandent
Batawa Ski Hill
99 Ski Club LnVery affordable local ski-hill, perfect for children and the beginners.
Ski in Winter, hike during the warmer season.
https://www.batawaskihill.com/
We are located close to the army airbase - take advantage of checking out multiple aircrafts by visiting National Air Force Museum of Canada (in step 3 of Ontario reopening)
39 habitants recommandent
National Air Force Museum of Canada
220 RCAF RdWe are located close to the army airbase - take advantage of checking out multiple aircrafts by visiting National Air Force Museum of Canada (in step 3 of Ontario reopening)
Breweries and Cideries
Not just wine! County puts its fruit and barley to an excellent use
Barns, beer, delicious food , bottle shop, kids-friendly menu.
Parsons is a go-to place for County crowds, lively and happening brewery.
Their beer selection is impressive - over three dozens of brews, including those summery-fruity ones.
167 habitants recommandent
Parsons Brewing Company
876 County Rd 49Barns, beer, delicious food , bottle shop, kids-friendly menu.
Parsons is a go-to place for County crowds, lively and happening brewery.
Their beer selection is impressive - over three dozens of brews, including those summery-fruity ones.
Prince Eddy is so hip. We love the live music, beach volleyball court, 2 storey tasting room for beers with a twist and the Caribbean food offering.
72 habitants recommandent
Prince Eddy's Brewing Company
13 Macsteven DrPrince Eddy is so hip. We love the live music, beach volleyball court, 2 storey tasting room for beers with a twist and the Caribbean food offering.
Midtown is a busy brewery right downtown Wellington, serving cold beer and tasty pizza, amongst other fare.
170 habitants recommandent
Midtown Brewing Company
266 Wellington Main StMidtown is a busy brewery right downtown Wellington, serving cold beer and tasty pizza, amongst other fare.
This Cidery is a short drive away from our place. It's a small family business located at Campbell Orchards, where you can pick your own cherries and raspberries, pick up local foods (great butter tarts!) at the little store. Patio is open on the weekends this summer and fall! Tasting is available Saturdays and Sundays for from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm, but bottle shop is open 9 am-5:30 pm.
Our 4 year old daughter appreciated kids area set up right behind the store.
6 habitants recommandent
Apple Falls Cider Company
1633 County Rd 3This Cidery is a short drive away from our place. It's a small family business located at Campbell Orchards, where you can pick your own cherries and raspberries, pick up local foods (great butter tarts!) at the little store. Patio is open on the weekends this summer and fall! Tasting is available Saturdays and Sundays for from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm, but bottle shop is open 9 am-5:30 pm.
Our 4 year old daughter appreciated kids area set up right behind the store.
Shopping
Where do we even begin with this place? The County Emporium is an old Anglican church that got it's second life as an eclectic store with the cutest merch and beverages from the local wineries/breweries and cideries.
This place, ran by the sweetest owners, is very child friendly - lots of toys indoors and a massive sandbox outside with the bouncy toys.
And for the adults, did we mention the licensed patio with boozy slushies?
Best part - it's only 3 min drive from the Kente Lodge and is right next to the ice cream shop.
15 habitants recommandent
The County Emporium
2522 County Rd 64Where do we even begin with this place? The County Emporium is an old Anglican church that got it's second life as an eclectic store with the cutest merch and beverages from the local wineries/breweries and cideries.
This place, ran by the sweetest owners, is very child friendly - lots of toys indoors and a massive sandbox outside with the bouncy toys.
And for the adults, did we mention the licensed patio with boozy slushies?
Best part - it's only 3 min drive from the Kente Lodge and is right next to the ice cream shop.
Gem of a place - family business selling quality retro clothes, furniture, old school toys, records, comics, lighting, art and more.
7 habitants recommandent
Stowaway Vintage
1606 County Rd 10Gem of a place - family business selling quality retro clothes, furniture, old school toys, records, comics, lighting, art and more.
Stop by on your way to the Sandbanks to pick up local souvenirs, art and treats.
40 habitants recommandent
The Local Store - PEC
768 County Rd 12Stop by on your way to the Sandbanks to pick up local souvenirs, art and treats.
Conseils sur la ville
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Wine Tours
Tour guides will pick you up/drop you off and take you to 3-5 wineries. Usually takes 5 hours, around $135+tax/person + cost of tasting:
https://www.countycasualtours.com/ (wine, beer, cider tours)
https://www.westywinetours.ca/ (ride in a super cute VW bus)
https://www.sandbanksvacations.com/book-a-guided-tour-or-package/ (many packages available, you can even rent a shuttle with a designated driver)
https://www.littlejohnfarm.com/wine-tours (includes a picnic basket)
https://countycarriage.com/ (wine tours Cinderella-style)
https://www.unofficialwinetours.com/services (designated drivers)
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Farmer Markets
Wellington farmers' market - will run on Saturdays (until October 30th) from 9 am to 1 pm, rain or shine. Market is located in the parking lot of the United Church, 245 Main St, Wellington, Ont.
Picton farmers' market (runs on Sundays until October 10th) - located at Picton Town hall.
Quinte West Farmers' market - located on
Front Street along the Trent River waterfront in downtown Trenton and is running Wednesdays & Saturdays starting May through October