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A prolonged period of hot and humidity continues.
What:
Daytime highs of 31 to 34 degrees Celsius and a humidex of 37 to 42.
Overnight lows of 19 to 21 degrees Celsius, providing little relief from the heat.
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Continuing through Thursday.
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Sherwood Inn is a rustic retreat in Port Carling. The main lodge has a dining area and guest rooms.
If you are looking for a quiet couple’s getaway, then take reader Dave Knight’s suggestion and book a few nights at in Port Carling.
“I’ve been there three times,†Knight told Metroland Media.
He took our , and shared the Muskoka resort is a great destination for couples wanting a relaxing getaway.
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Tucked away on the shores of Lake Joseph at , the resort is open year-round, with inn rooms and separate cottages for families and couples to enjoy.
“Five years ago, I stayed up there in the motel building. It’s two or three stories, and that was really nice. The room was a good size, and it had a balcony which was good for sitting out at midnight. That’s a good getaway for a couple.â€
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Makes for a cosy winter getaway
Another time, Knight went in February during the wintertime. The welcoming front fire pit is lit year-round (unless there’s a fire ban), making a cosy spot to unwind from the daily hustle of life.
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A cosy fire pit at the front is a great spot for guests to unwind.
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“As you probably know, Ontario in the winter can be spectacular — especially in Muskoka,†he said. “We stayed in the buildings to the east of the property, and we had a dog with us too. That was a neat time in the winter.â€
Sherwood Inn is just as tranquil in the winter months as it is in the summertime.
Dave Knight photo
For Knight, the highlight is going to the guest lounge area to order some exquisite food.
“Just opposite the reception desk is the pub, and I’ve always liked the food that I’ve had in there,†he said “It’s nice to pad to the bar in your slippers. It’s the perfect place.â€Â
Called The Lounge, the has options like pizza, steak and frites, schnitzel and salmon.
Eggs Benedict and fish and chips were food highlights
¹ó´Ç°ùÌýÂ this year, Sherwood Inn has live music on long weekends, and is featuring Tenderloin Tuesdays until the end of August.
When not enjoying the food, guests can relax at a sandy beachfront, great for kids or pets to jump in and out of the water. There are also kayaks, canoes and stand up paddleboards to use.
The sandy beachfront is clean and inviting on the shores of Lake Joseph.
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Free use of canoes
“What worked out for us was jumping in the canoe for two days — it was free for the taking. We paddled out in one direction the first day, and over to the other on the next.â€
And if you’re in one of the resorts cottages, you might even be lucky enough to fish off the deck to try to catch a bass or sunfish.
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The boathouse at Sherwood Inn is right on Lake Joseph, and is open year-round.
Dave Knight photo
Other amenities include electric vehicle charging spots, pickleball, shuffleboard and tennis court. In the wintertime, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing is recommended.
A picture-perfect moment is found around every corner, like the wooded trail to the water’s edge.
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Wedding packages are available, which includes renting the entire resort for a weekend getaway.
Golf packages are also available for guests, and for shopping, you can explore the quaint villages of Port Carling and Bala.
Get in touch with the resort at , or call 1-866-844-2228 for details.
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Do you have a favourite Ontario road trip route, camping spot, restaurant or foodie spot everyone should check out? What about the stops along the way for a great day-trip adventure? Let us know.
Whether it’s a patio with the best views, a unique or unusual experience, or a quirky shop in cottage country with the cutest finds, tell us where you go to escape the daily grind.
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Janis Ramsay is an online editor with Metroland. Reach her at
jramsay@metroland.com.
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