Welcome to Elmhirst's Resort.

Your home away from home.Explore the resort and discover your next getaway.

Experience the heart and soul of the Kawarthas Northumberland at Elmhirst’s Resort, a four-season Ontario lakefront resort where you can escape the everyday, reconnect with nature, and make lasting memories with family and friends

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Welcome to Elmhirst’s Resort! Use our detailed map to explore the property, from the beautiful waterfront and walking trails to our versatile event spaces. Find your way to our cozy cottages, on-site farm, or the relaxing Spa@Elmhirst’s. Uncover the various activities and amenities we provide. Whether you’re here for relaxation, adventure, or both, our resort has everything you need for an unforgettable stay.

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Step into Elmhirst’s Resort from the comfort of your own home with our immersive virtual tours. Explore our inviting spaces, from cozy cottages to dining rooms and event venues, and imagine your perfect getaway.

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Come to Elmhirst's for endless activities for you to explore, unwind, and make the most of your time by the lake.

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Winter Yoga Retreat Weekend

Winter Wonderland: Yoga & Wellness Retreat (Co-ed)

February 19-21, 2027

Step into the peaceful stillness of winter and reconnect with yourself at our cozy lakeside resort. This heartwarming weekend retreat is designed to nourish, balance, and renew your body, mind, and spirit amid the quiet beauty of the colder season. Open to all levels, this co-ed retreat offers a gentle blend of yoga, mindfulness, wellness practices, and deep rest in a supportive and tranquil environment.

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. (Not all classes are accessible if you have mobility concerns.)
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

CALL TO BOOK: 1-800-461-1940

For questions or more details about the yoga, accessibility or any other concerns, please email the retreat facilitator, Catharine Tombs of Wellness in Bloom: cathtombs@wellnessinbloom.ca

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Yoga practices are designed to suit all levels and are led by Catharine Tombs of ‘Wellness in Bloom’. The yoga sessions offered throughout the weekend are thoughtfully designed to accommodate a range of abilities and needs. For those with more limited mobility or who find floor-based or standing practices challenging, a chair yoga class will be offered on Saturday to ensure everyone can participate fully. Our instructor will offer modifications and personalized guidance to help meet the unique needs of our guests. For Solo Guests: Enjoy your own private bedroom while sharing a cozy cottage with other women. Perfect if you value personal space while still being part of the community experience.

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.

February 19-21, 2027

Winter Yoga Retreat Weekend

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Winter Yoga Retreat Weekend

Winter Wonderland: Yoga & Wellness Retreat (Co-ed)

February 19-21, 2027

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. (Not all classes are accessible if you have mobility concerns.)
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

CALL TO BOOK: 1-800-461-1940

For questions or more details about the yoga, accessibility or any other concerns, please email the retreat facilitator, Catharine Tombs of Wellness in Bloom: cathtombs@wellnessinbloom.ca

Make Reservation

February 19-21, 2027

February

Dining

Saturday Night Roast Beef Special

Join us every Saturday night in the Wild Blue Yonder Pub for Elmhirst’s Own Family Style All You Can Eat Roast Beef Dinner special.

In a casual and relaxed setting, our family-style service brings food and people together with platters of food to share. Your family/group will share:

Green Salad
Roast Beef (Carved to order in the kitchen to allow different doneness
preferences)
Mashed potatoes
Roasted seasonal vegetables
Horseradish and red wine gravy on the side
Side of freshly baked rolls and butter
Chef’s featured dessert

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$39.00 per adult, $20.00 per child. Reservations recommended.

Every Saturday

Saturday Night Roast Beef Special

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Dining

Saturday Night Roast Beef Special

Join us every Saturday night in the Wild Blue Yonder Pub for Elmhirst’s Own Family Style All You Can Eat Roast Beef Dinner special.

In a casual and relaxed setting, our family-style service brings food and people together with platters of food to share. Your family/group will share:

Green Salad
Roast Beef (Carved to order in the kitchen to allow different doneness
preferences)
Mashed potatoes
Roasted seasonal vegetables
Horseradish and red wine gravy on the side
Side of freshly baked rolls and butter
Chef’s featured dessert

Make Reservation

$39.00 per adult, $20.00 per child. Reservations recommended.

Every Saturday

May, January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November, December

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Two Night Spa Package

This 2-night spa getaway package is our best spa value package. A cottage getaway, spa treatments, meals and lots of time for relaxation. Your package includes the following:

2 nights’ accommodation in a private waterfront cottage.
Breakfast and dinner daily
60min pure aromatherapy Massage plus your choice of Make it Personal Facial or I Feel The Earth Move Pedicure or Mani Of My Dreams Manicure.
Use of all available recreation facilities.

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Available Sept-May *Weekend package includes Saturday breakfast and dinner and Sunday Brunch. Subject to availability. Cannot be combined with any other offer or package. HST and gratuities are additional.

September - May

Two Night Spa Package

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Two Night Spa Package

This 2-night spa getaway package is our best spa value package. A cottage getaway, spa treatments, meals and lots of time for relaxation. Your package includes the following:

2 nights’ accommodation in a private waterfront cottage.
Breakfast and dinner daily
60min pure aromatherapy Massage plus your choice of Make it Personal Facial or I Feel The Earth Move Pedicure or Mani Of My Dreams Manicure.
Use of all available recreation facilities.

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November, December, January, February, March, April, October, May

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Book Club Weekend

**Featuring The Hunger We Pass Down by Jen Sookfong Lee**

October 30 – November 1, 2026

Join us for an inspiring literary escape on the shores of Rice Lake as Elmhirst’s Resort welcomes Jen Sookfong Lee, acclaimed author of The Hunger We Pass Down. Over this special weekend retreat, book lovers will enjoy intimate discussions, engaging workshops, and personal insights directly from the Author.

Between sessions, unwind in the resort’s lakeside setting with farm-to-table dining, nature trails, and time to connect with fellow readers. Whether you’re deepening your appreciation for The Hunger We Pass Down or simply seeking a rejuvenating getaway, this retreat offers a unique blend of relaxation, conversation, and inspiration.

Your 2-night package includes:

Accommodation in a cozy, lakefront cottage that offers breathtaking views of the lake and the surrounding area.
Author experience and a copy of The Hunger We Pass Down
Nourishing farm-to-table meals, including Breakfast and Dinner on Saturday.
Sunday Brunch
$50 Spa Credit

CALL TO BOOK: 1-800-461-1940

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2 person minimum per cottage.

October 30 - November 1, 2026

Book Club Weekend

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Book Club Weekend

**Featuring The Hunger We Pass Down by Jen Sookfong Lee**

October 30 – November 1, 2026

Your 2-night package includes:

Accommodation in a cozy, lakefront cottage that offers breathtaking views of the lake and the surrounding area.
Author experience and a copy of The Hunger We Pass Down
Nourishing farm-to-table meals, including Breakfast and Dinner on Saturday.
Sunday Brunch
$50 Spa Credit

CALL TO BOOK: 1-800-461-1940

Make Reservation

2 person minimum per cottage.

October 30 - November 1, 2026

October

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Spring Yoga Weekend Retreat

Spring Yoga & Wellness Retreat: A Celebration of Connection

April 24-26, 2026

Celebrate the women in your life—and the wisdom, love, and connection you share—at our heart-centred Spring Yoga Retreat in honour of Mother’s Day.

Enjoy a well-rounded blend of gentle, all-levels yoga, meditation, self-reflection, and nurturing wellness practices. Our classes and workshops are designed to be accessible and enriching for everyone, whether you’re brand new to yoga or have a longtime practice.

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. (Not all classes are accessible if you have mobility concerns.)
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

CALL TO BOOK: 1-800-461-1940

Make Reservation

April 24-26, 2025

April 24-26, 2026

Spring Yoga Weekend Retreat

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Spring Yoga Weekend Retreat

Spring Yoga & Wellness Retreat: A Celebration of Connection

April 24-26, 2026

Celebrate the women in your life—and the wisdom, love, and connection you share—at our heart-centred Spring Yoga Retreat in honour of Mother’s Day.

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. (Not all classes are accessible if you have mobility concerns.)
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

CALL TO BOOK: 1-800-461-1940

Make Reservation

April 24-26, 2025

May

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Fall Yoga Retreat Weekend

Fall into Balance – Retreat Weekend (Co-Ed)

November 20-22, 2026

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. (Not all classes are accessible if you have mobility concerns.)
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

Make Reservation

November 20-22, 2026

Fall Yoga Retreat Weekend

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Fall Yoga Retreat Weekend

Fall into Balance – Retreat Weekend (Co-Ed)

November 20-22, 2026

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. (Not all classes are accessible if you have mobility concerns.)
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

Make Reservation

November 20-22, 2026

November

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Welcome to Elmhirst's Resort.

Discover Elmhirst's

Resort Map

see our spaces

Virtual Tours

Come to Elmhirst's for endless activities for you to explore, unwind, and make the most of your time by the lake.

the latest

Events & Packages

retreats, spa

Winter Wonderland: Yoga & Wellness Retreat (Co-ed)

February 19-21, 2027

Winter Yoga Retreat Weekend

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Winter Wonderland: Yoga & Wellness Retreat (Co-ed)

Dining

Every Saturday

Saturday Night Roast Beef Special

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spa stay

September - May

Two Night Spa Package

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the latest

Spa Packages

retreats

Featuring The Hunger We Pass Down by Jen Sookfong Lee

October 30 - November 1, 2026

Book Club Weekend

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Featuring The Hunger We Pass Down by Jen Sookfong Lee

retreats, spa

Spring Yoga & Wellness Retreat: A Celebration of Connection

CALL TO BOOK: 1-800-461-1940

April 24-26, 2026

Spring Yoga Weekend Retreat

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Spring Yoga & Wellness Retreat: A Celebration of Connection

CALL TO BOOK: 1-800-461-1940

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November 20-22, 2026

Fall Yoga Retreat Weekend

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