Jen And Brad's Guidebook

Jen And Brad
Jen And Brad's Guidebook

Boutique Shopping

Nestled in the heart of the Rideau, the town of Westport is a tourist destination with boutique shopping, art studios, cafes, craft brewery and restaurants. While there, drive to Foley Mountain lookout.
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Westport
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Nestled in the heart of the Rideau, the town of Westport is a tourist destination with boutique shopping, art studios, cafes, craft brewery and restaurants. While there, drive to Foley Mountain lookout.

Sightseeing

Easy hike and amazing views! Approximately 45 minutes away from the cottage near the village of Morton, Rock Dunder is a hidden gem to the Rideau Lakes area. Purchase a parking pass ($10-15) online (search rock dunder parking) then take the manageable hike to the top for the breathtaking views of lakes below.
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Rock Dunder Hiking Trail
Stanley Lash Lane
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Easy hike and amazing views! Approximately 45 minutes away from the cottage near the village of Morton, Rock Dunder is a hidden gem to the Rideau Lakes area. Purchase a parking pass ($10-15) online (search rock dunder parking) then take the manageable hike to the top for the breathtaking views of lakes below.
Beautifully maintained conservation area, located 5 minutes from the cottage. Great place to walk the dogs.
Meisel Woods Conservation Area
1392 Anderson Road North
Beautifully maintained conservation area, located 5 minutes from the cottage. Great place to walk the dogs.
While in Westport, drive up to take in the view from the lookout at Foley Mountain.
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Foley Mountain Conservation Area
105 Foley Mountain Ln
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While in Westport, drive up to take in the view from the lookout at Foley Mountain.

Shopping

Located in Kanata, the outlets may be a good option if there is bad weather. 1 hour and 20 minutes away.
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Tanger Outlets Ottawa
8555 Campeau Dr
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Located in Kanata, the outlets may be a good option if there is bad weather. 1 hour and 20 minutes away.

Food scene

A short 35 minute drive from the cottage, Perth has a beautiful heritage downtown core that boasts boutique shopping, cafes and restaurants. Perfect destination when there is a rainy day at the lake.
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Perth
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A short 35 minute drive from the cottage, Perth has a beautiful heritage downtown core that boasts boutique shopping, cafes and restaurants. Perfect destination when there is a rainy day at the lake.
Seed to Sausage offers premium cuts of meats and cheeses. Located 10 minutes from the cottage along Highway 38 South of Crow Lake Road.
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Seed to Sausage
12821 Road 38
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Seed to Sausage offers premium cuts of meats and cheeses. Located 10 minutes from the cottage along Highway 38 South of Crow Lake Road.

Ice cream shop and marina on the lake

Sunset Marina is about a 20 minute boat ride in Bobs Lake. They not only have a full service marina, they have an ice cream shop and sell some grocery items (although at premium prices)
Sunset Country Camp Ground Inc
41 Riders Ln
Sunset Marina is about a 20 minute boat ride in Bobs Lake. They not only have a full service marina, they have an ice cream shop and sell some grocery items (although at premium prices)

Alcohol

The closest LCBO is located on Highway 7 north of Sharbot Lake. Approximately a 20 minute drive.
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LCBO
24593 Hwy 7
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The closest LCBO is located on Highway 7 north of Sharbot Lake. Approximately a 20 minute drive.
Enough said!
Beer Store
24585b Hwy 7
Enough said!

Boating

Access Bobs Lake at the South end of Crow Lake through the narrow channel. When in Bobs, explore one of the largest back lakes in Eastern Ontario. Over 16 Km in length with 120 islands and 750 km of shoreline.
Bobs Lake
Access Bobs Lake at the South end of Crow Lake through the narrow channel. When in Bobs, explore one of the largest back lakes in Eastern Ontario. Over 16 Km in length with 120 islands and 750 km of shoreline.