Elmhirst’s Resort is a family-owned lakeside retreat, where authentic Canadian hospitality meets nature and adventure in the heart of the Kawarthas.
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About Us

Rooted in Family, Inspired by Nature
For generations, the Elmhirst family has welcomed guests to our lakeside retreat, sharing the beauty of Rice Lake and the spirit of true Canadian hospitality.
Experience locally inspired dining, outdoor adventures, and warm, personalized service—all part of a tradition that has stood the test of time.
From cozy cottages to curated experiences, Elmhirst’s Resort is more than a getaway—it’s a place where family history meets unforgettable memories.


Where Nature, Comfort, and Community Meet
Nestled along the shores of Rice Lake, Elmhirst’s Resort is more than a destination—it’s an experience. Here, we combine the tranquility of nature with the comforts of home and the joy of community. Whether you’re seeking adventure, relaxation, or time to reconnect with loved ones, you’ll find it all in our family-owned retreat. From handcrafted meals featuring farm-to-table ingredients to year-round activities for all ages, every moment at Elmhirst’s is designed to inspire and delight.
Discover how every stay at Elmhirst’s Resort contributes to a greener future—where relaxation meets responsibility.
committed to a greener tomorrow
At Elmhirst’s Resort, sustainability is more than a practice—it’s a promise. From energy-efficient initiatives and eco-friendly operations to locally sourced ingredients and habitat preservation, we’re dedicated to protecting the natural beauty of the our 240 acre propoerty for generations to come. Learn more about how we’re making every step of your stay a little greener.

benefits of our sustainable practices
At Elmhirst’s Resort, our commitment to sustainability extends beyond preserving the environment—it’s about enriching lives. By prioritizing local partnerships, reducing our ecological footprint, and supporting community initiatives, we create a ripple effect of positive change. From fostering local economic growth to ensuring a pristine landscape for future generations, our efforts make every guest experience meaningful and impactful.
our sustainability initiatives
At Elmhirst’s Resort, we’re dedicated to preserving the natural beauty of the Kawarthas through thoughtful, sustainable initiatives. From harnessing renewable energy and reducing waste to sourcing fresh ingredients from our on-site farm, every choice we make is rooted in care for the environment. Join us in embracing a greener way to travel and explore how sustainability is woven into every aspect of your stay.
sustainability at elmhirst’s

benefits of our sustainable practices
benefits of our sustainable practices
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benefits of our sustainable practices
benefits of our sustainable practices
sustainability at elmhirst’s

benefits of our sustainable practices
benefits of our sustainable practices
Committed to a Greener Tomorrow
Sustainability
At Elmhirst’s Resort, sustainability is more than a practice—it’s a promise. From energy-efficient initiatives and eco-friendly operations to locally sourced ingredients and habitat preservation, we’re dedicated to protecting the natural beauty of the our 240 acre propoerty for generations to come. Learn more about how we’re making every step of your stay a little greener.

Benefits
At Elmhirst’s Resort, our commitment to sustainability extends beyond preserving the environment—it’s about enriching lives. By prioritizing local partnerships, reducing our ecological footprint, and supporting community initiatives, we create a ripple effect of positive change. From fostering local economic growth to ensuring a pristine landscape for future generations, our efforts make every guest experience meaningful and impactful.
Initiatives
At Elmhirst’s Resort, we’re dedicated to preserving the natural beauty of the Kawarthas through thoughtful, sustainable initiatives. From harnessing renewable energy and reducing waste to sourcing fresh ingredients from our on-site farm, every choice we make is rooted in care for the environment. Join us in embracing a greener way to travel and explore how sustainability is woven into every aspect of your stay.

Elmhirst's resort is an all season, cottage resort and conference facility.
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60 Plus, Senior’s Discount

Join us for the perfect escape with no crowds.
Stay with us midweek and enjoy 20% off weekday daily rates* for those 60 years plus.
Embrace nature with walks by the lake, horseback riding, waterfront trail walks, bird watching and more. There is plenty to do indoors as well; swim, exercise in our fitness room, sit back for some cocktails in The Wild Blue Yonder or enjoy romantic dining in the Hearthside Dining Room. If staying in is more your speed, enjoy your own dock and deck or sit by the fire in your private cottage and enjoy country living at its best.
* Does not apply to weekly rates or packages. Available from October – May on midweek stays (Sunday - Thursday). HST Additional.
Cottage Check-in begins at 4PM. Check-out is at 10AM.
Rates are quoted in Canadian Dollars. H.S.T. additional.We have a select number of pet-friendly cottages available. Packages and special rates cannot be combined with other offers.

October - May
60 Plus, Senior’s Discount
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60 Plus, Senior’s Discount

Join us for the perfect escape with no crowds.
Stay with us midweek and enjoy 20% off weekday daily rates* for those 60 years plus.
Embrace nature with walks by the lake, horseback riding, waterfront trail walks, bird watching and more. There is plenty to do indoors as well; swim, exercise in our fitness room, sit back for some cocktails in The Wild Blue Yonder or enjoy romantic dining in the Hearthside Dining Room. If staying in is more your speed, enjoy your own dock and deck or sit by the fire in your private cottage and enjoy country living at its best.
* Does not apply to weekly rates or packages. Available from October – May on midweek stays (Sunday - Thursday). HST Additional.
Cottage Check-in begins at 4PM. Check-out is at 10AM.
Rates are quoted in Canadian Dollars. H.S.T. additional.We have a select number of pet-friendly cottages available. Packages and special rates cannot be combined with other offers.

Event
Aqua Yoga Classes

Enjoy the benefits of Yoga in the water! Let the ease of the water help you transition into various yoga poses in the shallow end. Aqua Yoga combines various yoga positions with the use of water to help balance and work on multiple muscle groups. You will be guided through a series of stretching exercises, transitioning into multiple yoga sequences, and concluding with a relaxing Savasana.
8-week session, or drop-in available (if space is available).
$120 for 8 weeks / $20 per class drop-in (if space available) Call 1-800-461-1940 to book
Cottage Check-in begins at 4PM. Check-out is at 10AM.
Rates are quoted in Canadian Dollars. H.S.T. additional.We have a select number of pet-friendly cottages available. Packages and special rates cannot be combined with other offers.

Sep 10-Oct 29, 2025
Aqua Yoga Classes
Aqua Yoga Classes

Enjoy the benefits of Yoga in the water! Let the ease of the water help you transition into various yoga poses in the shallow end. Aqua Yoga combines various yoga positions with the use of water to help balance and work on multiple muscle groups. You will be guided through a series of stretching exercises, transitioning into multiple yoga sequences, and concluding with a relaxing Savasana.
8-week session, or drop-in available (if space is available).
$120 for 8 weeks / $20 per class drop-in (if space available) Call 1-800-461-1940 to book
Cottage Check-in begins at 4PM. Check-out is at 10AM.
Rates are quoted in Canadian Dollars. H.S.T. additional.We have a select number of pet-friendly cottages available. Packages and special rates cannot be combined with other offers.

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Couch Potato Package

Enjoy 2 nights in a comfortable waterfront cottage, with daily breakfast and dinner included—a cozy and relaxing getaway to escape the stress of everyday life.
Access to all available recreation facilities allows you to fill your days with activities such as swimming, hiking, or simply taking a peaceful walk along the water. Or, stay inside and unwind in front of the fire with popcorn and games, or even work out in our indoor fitness facility.
Our Couch Potato package is the perfect opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy a much-needed break. The package includes:
- 2 nights’ accommodation in our comfortable waterfront cottages
- Breakfast and dinner daily* from our Wild Blue Yonder Menu**
- Service charge
- Access to all available recreation facilities
Available from Sept-May. Not available on long weekends. Cannot be combined with any other offer or special.
Cottage Check-in begins at 4PM. Check-out is at 10AM.
Rates are quoted in Canadian Dollars. H.S.T. additional.We have a select number of pet-friendly cottages available. Packages and special rates cannot be combined with other offers.

sept - may
Couch Potato Package
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Couch Potato Package

Enjoy 2 nights in a comfortable waterfront cottage, with daily breakfast and dinner included—a cozy and relaxing getaway to escape the stress of everyday life.
Access to all available recreation facilities allows you to fill your days with activities such as swimming, hiking, or simply taking a peaceful walk along the water. Or, stay inside and unwind in front of the fire with popcorn and games, or even work out in our indoor fitness facility.
Our Couch Potato package is the perfect opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy a much-needed break. The package includes:
- 2 nights’ accommodation in our comfortable waterfront cottages
- Breakfast and dinner daily* from our Wild Blue Yonder Menu**
- Service charge
- Access to all available recreation facilities
Available from Sept-May. Not available on long weekends. Cannot be combined with any other offer or special.
Cottage Check-in begins at 4PM. Check-out is at 10AM.
Rates are quoted in Canadian Dollars. H.S.T. additional.We have a select number of pet-friendly cottages available. Packages and special rates cannot be combined with other offers.

dining
The Hunter Dinner

Join us for The Hunter Dinner: A North Shore Wine Society Experience
This November, join us at Elmhirst’s Resort for an evening that pays tribute to Ontario’s deep culinary heritage. The Hunter Dinner is a four-course feast inspired by the province’s longstanding traditions of fish and game, reimagined with the creativity and care of the Elmhirst’s Chefs. Each dish is thoughtfully paired with wines chosen to capture the essence of fall: earthy, bold, and comforting, with flavours that linger as long as the season itself.
Seats are limited for this exclusive North Shore Wine Society event. Reserve your place at the table and be part of a night that celebrates the land, the harvest, and the spirit of the season.
Reception at 6:00 pm, Dinner at 7:00 pm
$125 per person, HST and service charge are additional
Cottage Check-in begins at 4PM. Check-out is at 10AM.
Rates are quoted in Canadian Dollars. H.S.T. additional.We have a select number of pet-friendly cottages available. Packages and special rates cannot be combined with other offers.

November 1, 2025
The Hunter Dinner
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The Hunter Dinner

Join us for The Hunter Dinner: A North Shore Wine Society Experience
This November, join us at Elmhirst’s Resort for an evening that pays tribute to Ontario’s deep culinary heritage. The Hunter Dinner is a four-course feast inspired by the province’s longstanding traditions of fish and game, reimagined with the creativity and care of the Elmhirst’s Chefs. Each dish is thoughtfully paired with wines chosen to capture the essence of fall: earthy, bold, and comforting, with flavours that linger as long as the season itself.
Seats are limited for this exclusive North Shore Wine Society event. Reserve your place at the table and be part of a night that celebrates the land, the harvest, and the spirit of the season.
Reception at 6:00 pm, Dinner at 7:00 pm
$125 per person, HST and service charge are additional
Cottage Check-in begins at 4PM. Check-out is at 10AM.
Rates are quoted in Canadian Dollars. H.S.T. additional.We have a select number of pet-friendly cottages available. Packages and special rates cannot be combined with other offers.

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Fall Yoga Retreat Weekend

Fall into Balance – Retreat Weekend (Co-Ed)
November 14-16, 2025
As the seasons shift and the vibrant colours of autumn surround us, take time to slow down, ground yourself, and reconnect at our serene lakeside retreat. Fall Into Balance is a co-ed weekend experience designed to help you restore equilibrium in body, mind, and spirit before the rush of the holiday season begins.
Your 2-night package includes:
- Accommodation in a cozy, lakefront cottage that offers breathtaking views of the lake and the surrounding area.
- A variety of yoga practices designed to suit all levels. Chair yoga is available for those with mobility issues.
- Nourishing farm-to-table meals, including Breakfast and Dinner on Saturday and Pre-yoga practice smoothies on Sunday.
- Sunday Brunch
- A range of wellness activities that may include interactive workshops, breathwork, Pilates classes and nature-based activities.
- $50 Spa Voucher
Only one cottage remains! Book now, before it is gone.
CALL TO BOOK: 1-800-461-1940
2 person minimum per cottage. Yoga practices are designed to suit all levels and are led by Catharine Tombs of ‘Wellness in Bloom’. Please note that chair yoga sessions are added for each class for those with mobility issues who would still like to be able to participate.
Cottage Check-in begins at 4PM. Check-out is at 10AM.
Rates are quoted in Canadian Dollars. H.S.T. additional.We have a select number of pet-friendly cottages available. Packages and special rates cannot be combined with other offers.

November 14-16, 2025
Fall Yoga Retreat Weekend
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Fall Yoga Retreat Weekend

Fall into Balance – Retreat Weekend (Co-Ed)
November 14-16, 2025
As the seasons shift and the vibrant colours of autumn surround us, take time to slow down, ground yourself, and reconnect at our serene lakeside retreat. Fall Into Balance is a co-ed weekend experience designed to help you restore equilibrium in body, mind, and spirit before the rush of the holiday season begins.
Your 2-night package includes:
- Accommodation in a cozy, lakefront cottage that offers breathtaking views of the lake and the surrounding area.
- A variety of yoga practices designed to suit all levels. Chair yoga is available for those with mobility issues.
- Nourishing farm-to-table meals, including Breakfast and Dinner on Saturday and Pre-yoga practice smoothies on Sunday.
- Sunday Brunch
- A range of wellness activities that may include interactive workshops, breathwork, Pilates classes and nature-based activities.
- $50 Spa Voucher
Only one cottage remains! Book now, before it is gone.
CALL TO BOOK: 1-800-461-1940
2 person minimum per cottage. Yoga practices are designed to suit all levels and are led by Catharine Tombs of ‘Wellness in Bloom’. Please note that chair yoga sessions are added for each class for those with mobility issues who would still like to be able to participate.
Cottage Check-in begins at 4PM. Check-out is at 10AM.
Rates are quoted in Canadian Dollars. H.S.T. additional.We have a select number of pet-friendly cottages available. Packages and special rates cannot be combined with other offers.

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Tuned Up Tuesdays

Summer nights are better by the lake — especially with live music and a homestyle BBQ dinner!
Join us every Tuesday from July 1 to August 26 for Tuned Up Tuesday, our summer music series on the boardwalk overlooking beautiful Rice Lake. Enjoy a BBQ brisket dinner prepared fresh on-site, then settle in for live music featuring a lineup of talented local musicians.
July 22: Al Black and the Steady Band
July 29: Fewings and Son
Aug 5: Carl Jankowski
Aug 12: Keene Country
Aug 19: Nick Campbell
Aug 26: Carling Stephen Band
$39.95 per person, includes dinner and live music
Cottage Check-in begins at 4PM. Check-out is at 10AM.
Rates are quoted in Canadian Dollars. H.S.T. additional.We have a select number of pet-friendly cottages available. Packages and special rates cannot be combined with other offers.

Every Tuesday, July - August
Tuned Up Tuesdays
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Tuned Up Tuesdays

Summer nights are better by the lake — especially with live music and a homestyle BBQ dinner!
Join us every Tuesday from July 1 to August 26 for Tuned Up Tuesday, our summer music series on the boardwalk overlooking beautiful Rice Lake. Enjoy a BBQ brisket dinner prepared fresh on-site, then settle in for live music featuring a lineup of talented local musicians.
July 22: Al Black and the Steady Band
July 29: Fewings and Son
Aug 5: Carl Jankowski
Aug 12: Keene Country
Aug 19: Nick Campbell
Aug 26: Carling Stephen Band
$39.95 per person, includes dinner and live music
Cottage Check-in begins at 4PM. Check-out is at 10AM.
Rates are quoted in Canadian Dollars. H.S.T. additional.We have a select number of pet-friendly cottages available. Packages and special rates cannot be combined with other offers.
