The Winter Wonderland

Already a winter wonderland awaits you!!! The only tracks you will find are from wildlife. Coming in the winter is a different experience. The first consideration is getting back up our driveway. Getting down the hill is not a problem but getting back up needs WINTER TIRES or a 4 wheel drive vehicle again with WINTER TIRES. It is possible to park at the top of the driveway but you will have to haul your gear a lot further and you will still have to go up the incline onto the road.

You will have to walk your gear into the cabin. The laneway is not open in the winter. You will need to bring your own water if we are away. If we are home, we will supply the water and have the cabin heated up for your arrival. If we are away we may be able to find someone to start the woodstove for you for an extra $25 fee.

The outhouse with the great view will be a little cooler but you will still have access to the porta potty for night time if you require it.

This is wonderful place to be in the winter. It is quiet the other 3 seasons except for the river noise but in the winter at some point, the river will freeze over. It is so Quiet!!!! This is Peaceful. This is truly a unique winter experience!!!!

Thanksgiving Weekend Available!!!

I can't believe it!!!! Today is Wednesday and the Thanksgiving long weekend is just two days away and our lovely cabin isn't booked!!! All the years we had the family here for the weekend and the cabin wasn't available, we had lots of requests to rent it. This year, when it is available, just one request for one night. Please remember that long weekend rentals are for three nights.

Other weekends are two night rentals.

We have had a great summer with lots of former guests returning yet again. We really have the greatest people staying with us. We are truly blessed by your presence with us!!! Thank you.

The leaves are gorgeous and the weather looks great for the weekend. Come on up!!!!!!

438 Deer Lake Rd.

This is my latest endeavour. Putting most of my loves under one roof. I have been talking for years about opening up the garage at the road into a little shop and this spring I did it. There is quite the collection of old things - old and interesting I call it. There are my scarves that I sell for $10 each to buy vitamins for my 32 kids in Mexico. There are pieces of my glass creations and other creative endeavours AND the big seller - jams, jellies, pickles ( including Sir John A. Mac Donald's original pickled egg recipe ) and surplus veggies from the garden.

Business has really picked up for the last two weekends as the tourists flood the area. You can find directions in the Almaguin Day Tripper brochure. I'm number 2.

Come for a browse soon. Saturday and Sunday from 10 to 4!!!!

What an awesome summer!!!

The river is quite low and oh so warm. We have spent hours floating around on the chairs or with a noodle. A great way to spend these incredibly hot days of the summer of 2011!!!



The veggies are doing great. We have purple and green beans available right now. I have made a second planting of peas. Garlic is just about ready to harvest and the carrots are getting there. Swiss chard looks good and tastes good but it needs some convincing for others to share it!!!! Garlic scapes are ready to pick. I sold some today!! I could probably harvest some potatoes any day now. Gardening is such a joy!!!!!!!

Lots of flowers!!!!

Amazing day lilies!!!! Purple and orange!!! What a combo!!!

Everything is growing like never before around here. The flowers are higher than ever before. There are more blooms per flower. The veggies are growing like crazy. The bush is gorgeous in all of its shades of green.

We have had great weather lately. Lots of hot days and cooler nights. The water in the river is nice and warm. This is just the best of times.

Come and join us!!!!!!!

Gay Positive

I'm not sure what else to say other than, the Rustic Cabin is Gay Positive. Everyone is welcome here who is looking for a different vacation experience. Back in time to a simpler life style. No hydro or running water. Oil lamps and containers of fresh water are provided. An awesome place for the creative soul. Come paint, write, compose, draw, sing. Whatever it is in life that frees your creative spirit and gives you joy. We are just north of Muskoka with lovely surroundings at a better price!!! Come and experience the sounds and sights of nature in total privacy. The Rustic Cabin is an awesome destination!!!!

Welcome to our 2011 Season

We arrived home from Mexico on March 30th. In the three months that we had been away it seems that the dear deer above and her herd moved in. Every day we see these gorgeous creatures wandering through stopping to nibble here and there.

Notice the snow. We have quite a bit but because the weather is so warm it is going quickly. I hope to make it down to the cabin tomorrow for the first time. The river is roaring. It will be interesting to see the height of the water as we noticed today that Doe Lake is considerably lower than normal.

Please book early so you are not disappointed. There is a two night minimum. No pets. Not young child friendly. No hydro or running water. We welcome everyone who shares our love of nature and respect for all things living.

Hope to see you soon!!!!!