Just a short drive from Toronto is the village of Haliburton, Ontario. Located in the Haliburton Highlands, Haliburton is a popular vacation destination for those looking to escape from the hectic metropolitan lifestyle. There are many resorts--both large and small--in the Haliburton area, so your choices are only limited by your preference of accommodations and your imagination.
Located in the heart of the Haliburton Highlands near Haliburton Village, the Pinestone Resort & Conference Centre offers you one of Ontario's most picturesque settings for family vacations, special occasions, or romantic weekend getaways. The resort is surrounded by 160 acres of mature forest, and it features marked wilderness trails as well as an 18-hole golf course measuring over 6,000 yards. You will have your choice of accommodations--from single rooms to villas to chalets--and amenities abound in each. The property also features two on-site restaurants, including the Heatherwood Restaurant, heated indoor and outdoor pools, and a variety of seasonal activities perfect for those that love the outdoors. The trails are perfect for hiking, the forests are ideal for bird watching, and there are opportunities for skiing and canoeing as well. The Pinestone Spa, a full spa ready to pamper your every need, is also located at the resort .
Pinestone Resort and Conference Centre
4252 County Road #21
Haliburton, Ontario K0M 1S0
705-457-1800
pinestone-resort.com/index.cfm
This cottage resort located on Lake Kashagawigamog is a place to relax and enjoy nature. Just ten minutes from the village of Haliburton, the resort is open year-round and is perfect for family vacations and romantic getaways alike. You can reserve a one-room to a four-room cottage with a porch, wood-burning stove and fireplace, full kitchenette, and queen-sized bed. This full-sized resort is only available for 50-60 guests, so you'll experience a quiet oasis with all of the amenities. There is a dining room and lounge on the property, but you can also find some excellent fishing at the lake. At the resort, you'll find a heated outdoor swimming pool and water trampoline as well as a variety of boats, sailing opportunities, biking and hiking trails, and indoor and outdoor games. In the winter, you can enjoy moonlight skating and tobogganing as well as ice fishing, snowshoeing, and much more. Children will enjoy the playground and rock-climbing wall, and parents will enjoy the two-hour supervised children's activities.
Halimar Resort
R.R. #2
Haliburton, Ontario K0M 1S0
705-457-1300
halimar.com/index.htm
On the shores of scenic Balsam Lake, located approximately 55 miles from Haliburton, the Royal Resort & Restaurant offers fun and excitement during all four seasons. You can choose from an ultra-luxury suite complete with private sauna and a whirlpool built for two to rooms suitable for families or couples. All accommodations include a television, telephone, small refrigerator, and private bath. The main lodge at the resort features an indoor pool, dining room, lounge, and game room. The dining room features international and Canadian fare in a steakhouse atmosphere. There is plenty to do at the Royal Resort, including fishing, boating, canoeing, kayaking, and mountain bikes. A pool table, darts, and a selection of table games are also available.
Royal Resort and Restaurant
44 Royal Cedar Road, R.R. #1
Fenelon Falls, Ontario, Canada K0M 1N0
705-454-3332
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