Lakeside Retreat Guidebook
Sightseeing
Take the short ferry ride to the island and grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and enjoy a scenic walk around the island.
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Bois Blanc Island
Take the short ferry ride to the island and grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and enjoy a scenic walk around the island.
At the southernmost point of the Canadian mainland - Point Pelee National Park, experience nature like never before. Each spring, view flocks of migratory birds, joined in autumn by waves of vivid Monarch butterflies. In winter, wander the trails in solitude and catch the natural ice formations. In summer, bask on sandy beaches. Whether you cycle, paddle, or hike Canada’s second smallest and most ecologically diverse national park, you’ll be immersed in an unforgettable eco-adventure.
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Point Pelee National Park Of Canada
1118 Point Pelee DrAt the southernmost point of the Canadian mainland - Point Pelee National Park, experience nature like never before. Each spring, view flocks of migratory birds, joined in autumn by waves of vivid Monarch butterflies. In winter, wander the trails in solitude and catch the natural ice formations. In summer, bask on sandy beaches. Whether you cycle, paddle, or hike Canada’s second smallest and most ecologically diverse national park, you’ll be immersed in an unforgettable eco-adventure.
The King's Navy Yard, is just one block off downtown's main street. It's an easily walkable, beautiful, peaceful site that stretches along the Detroit river.
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Amherstburg Navy Yard nasjonale historiske område
268 Dalhousie StThe King's Navy Yard, is just one block off downtown's main street. It's an easily walkable, beautiful, peaceful site that stretches along the Detroit river.
Fort Malden stood guard during the war of 1812, a time when the threat of American invasion was very real. The Americans occupied this fort for almost two years after the British abandoned it following their defeat at the Battle of Lake Erie. Fort Malden commemorates a period when the destiny of Canada was determined by military action. Come discover this historic treasure!
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Fort Malden
Fort Malden stood guard during the war of 1812, a time when the threat of American invasion was very real. The Americans occupied this fort for almost two years after the British abandoned it following their defeat at the Battle of Lake Erie. Fort Malden commemorates a period when the destiny of Canada was determined by military action. Come discover this historic treasure!
Beach
Waling access to Holiday Beach directly from the country club or parking pass fob included if you prefer to drive and park at the beach. Long sandy beach on the Lake Erie shoreline, new showers and washrooms, large shady picnic areas, a playground, nature trails, a boardwalk, and a three-storey observation tower. It is ideal for a day at the beach, a beautiful picnic, or walking trails.
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Holiday Beach Conservation
Waling access to Holiday Beach directly from the country club or parking pass fob included if you prefer to drive and park at the beach. Long sandy beach on the Lake Erie shoreline, new showers and washrooms, large shady picnic areas, a playground, nature trails, a boardwalk, and a three-storey observation tower. It is ideal for a day at the beach, a beautiful picnic, or walking trails.
The beautifully groomed beach located on the north shore of Lake Erie, Colchester Beach is one of Essex County's cleanest and most attractive beaches.
Pirate Ship Playground and Splash Pad, an outdoor concession stand, new washroom facilities and a beach volleyball net are close at hand.
Recreational activities include boating, fishing, swimming, beach volleyball, sandcastle building, sunbathing, picnicking and so much more.
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Colchester Beach
The beautifully groomed beach located on the north shore of Lake Erie, Colchester Beach is one of Essex County's cleanest and most attractive beaches.
Pirate Ship Playground and Splash Pad, an outdoor concession stand, new washroom facilities and a beach volleyball net are close at hand.
Recreational activities include boating, fishing, swimming, beach volleyball, sandcastle building, sunbathing, picnicking and so much more.
Family Friendly
Only minutes away, Ure's Country Kitchen is a family owned and operated Café, Ice Cream Shop, Convenience store & Gas station with everything you need.
Offering a large variety of products including Breakfast and Lunch daily*, Gas and Diesel Fuel, Dyed Diesel, Hand-Scooped Ice Cream, Lottery, Firewood, Avon, snacks and a large selection of cold beverages and brand new Mini golf!
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Ure's Country Kitchen and Mini Golf
6000 Essex County Road 20Only minutes away, Ure's Country Kitchen is a family owned and operated Café, Ice Cream Shop, Convenience store & Gas station with everything you need.
Offering a large variety of products including Breakfast and Lunch daily*, Gas and Diesel Fuel, Dyed Diesel, Hand-Scooped Ice Cream, Lottery, Firewood, Avon, snacks and a large selection of cold beverages and brand new Mini golf!
Jack Miner established his Migratory Bird Sanctuary in 1904; over 110 years later visitors can feed water fowl, hike the woods, visit the Museum, tour the Jack Miner House and enjoy the grounds and special events all year long. Grounds open dawn till dusk, Call for hours, Free admission.
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Jack Miner Migratory Bird
332 Road 3 WJack Miner established his Migratory Bird Sanctuary in 1904; over 110 years later visitors can feed water fowl, hike the woods, visit the Museum, tour the Jack Miner House and enjoy the grounds and special events all year long. Grounds open dawn till dusk, Call for hours, Free admission.
Colasanti’s is a tropical wonderland destination for the whole family. Open year-round, 361 days a year, our 3.5 acres of family fun offers cacti, succulents, exotic and tropical plants, a petting zoo, indoor 18 hole mini golf, arcade games, and unique home décor pieces. Colasanti’s Restaurant specializes in our famous “Broasted Chicken,” pizza, apple cider, hot homemade donuts and butter fudge.
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Colasanti's
1550 Road 3 EColasanti’s is a tropical wonderland destination for the whole family. Open year-round, 361 days a year, our 3.5 acres of family fun offers cacti, succulents, exotic and tropical plants, a petting zoo, indoor 18 hole mini golf, arcade games, and unique home décor pieces. Colasanti’s Restaurant specializes in our famous “Broasted Chicken,” pizza, apple cider, hot homemade donuts and butter fudge.
Offering canoe, kayak, rowboat, and paddleboard rentals, guided tours, moon floats, and souvenirs. Stock up on supplies and food at our Outpost General store. Open seven days a week, including all holidays from 7:00 am – 10:00 pm
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River Canard Canoe Co.
9350 Malden RdOffering canoe, kayak, rowboat, and paddleboard rentals, guided tours, moon floats, and souvenirs. Stock up on supplies and food at our Outpost General store. Open seven days a week, including all holidays from 7:00 am – 10:00 pm
Soak up the fun with an ocean of awesome features in this indoor water park: 10 water slides including the Master Blaster and Python, FlowRider surf simulator, wave pool, activity pool, Tot Loch slides for younger visitors, lazy river inner-tube ride, Cannon Cove dry play area for ages 3-12 and much more! If you’re looking for a good time, chart a course to Adventure Bay! Located in Windsor’s downtown core.
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Adventure Bay Family Water Park
401 Pitt St WSoak up the fun with an ocean of awesome features in this indoor water park: 10 water slides including the Master Blaster and Python, FlowRider surf simulator, wave pool, activity pool, Tot Loch slides for younger visitors, lazy river inner-tube ride, Cannon Cove dry play area for ages 3-12 and much more! If you’re looking for a good time, chart a course to Adventure Bay! Located in Windsor’s downtown core.
A visit to the John R. Park Homestead and Conservation Area will take you back in time to the 1850s. The house and farm buildings of John and Amelia Park are restored to bring the nineteenth century to life. Explore the Parks’ magnificent Classical Revival home, built in 1842, taste baking from the kitchen fireplace or play with a wooden toy in the children’s bedrooms. See the workings of an 1885 steam engine-powered sawmill and stop by the blacksmith shop to witness the making of small hardware and repairing of farm tools at the coal-fired forge. Peak season May to October.
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John R. Park Homestead & Conservation Area
915 Essex County Rd 50A visit to the John R. Park Homestead and Conservation Area will take you back in time to the 1850s. The house and farm buildings of John and Amelia Park are restored to bring the nineteenth century to life. Explore the Parks’ magnificent Classical Revival home, built in 1842, taste baking from the kitchen fireplace or play with a wooden toy in the children’s bedrooms. See the workings of an 1885 steam engine-powered sawmill and stop by the blacksmith shop to witness the making of small hardware and repairing of farm tools at the coal-fired forge. Peak season May to October.
Fun, year-round short 6 hole disc golf course. Great for beginners! Two sets of golf discs available in the side of the bunkie
Beaudoin Aceplace
9399 North Townline RoadFun, year-round short 6 hole disc golf course. Great for beginners! Two sets of golf discs available in the side of the bunkie
Warp Drive Race Park
2727 Hayes RoadBig Time Entertainment
2411 Dougall AveGreat family fun entertainment
City/town information
Situated on the banks of the Detroit River at the mouth of Lake Erie, Amherstburg is one of the oldest, most charming towns in the province. Lots of great restaurants and beautiful walking paths along the river.
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Amherstburg
Situated on the banks of the Detroit River at the mouth of Lake Erie, Amherstburg is one of the oldest, most charming towns in the province. Lots of great restaurants and beautiful walking paths along the river.
A QUAINT VICTORIAN TOWN FILLED WITH ECLECTIC BOUTIQUES, UNIQUE GARDEN CENTRES, AUTHENTIC FOODIE EXPERIENCES AND OUTDOOR PLAYGROUNDS FOR BOATERS AND GOLFERS
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Kingsville
A QUAINT VICTORIAN TOWN FILLED WITH ECLECTIC BOUTIQUES, UNIQUE GARDEN CENTRES, AUTHENTIC FOODIE EXPERIENCES AND OUTDOOR PLAYGROUNDS FOR BOATERS AND GOLFERS
Neighbourhoods
Located in the private Lake Erie Country club with lots of wildlife activity on the marsh and Lake Erie. Enjoy the playground, tennis courts, baseball diamond and horseshoe pit amenities.
Lake Erie Country Club
Located in the private Lake Erie Country club with lots of wildlife activity on the marsh and Lake Erie. Enjoy the playground, tennis courts, baseball diamond and horseshoe pit amenities.
Golf
Dominion Golf & Country Club
6125 Howard AveKingsville Golf & Country Club
640 Essex County Rd 20Sutton Creek Golf Course
2135 County Rd 12Oxley Beach Golf Course
597 Essex County Rd 50Fox Glen Golf Club
7525 Howard AveWinery/Brewery/Distilleries
Pelee Island Winery
455 Seacliff DrSprucewood Shores Estate Winery
7258 Essex County Rd 50Colio Estate Winery
1 Colio DrPaglione Estate Winery
724 County Road 50 EOxley Estate Winery
533 Essex County Road 50North 42 Degrees Estate Winery & Bistro 42
130 Essex County Rd 50
CREW - Colchester Ridge Estate Winery
108 Essex County Road 50
Wolfhead Distillery and Restaurant
7781 Howard AvenueGL Heritage Brewing
Essex Rd 9