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Nestor Falls, Northwest Ontario Canadian region is

By Andrew John Cocks | Ontario Waterfront Cottages

Nestor Falls, Northwest Ontario Canadian region is

Article by Terry S Vostor

It can be said that the motto of spectacular as well as of the scenic Nestor Falls, Northwest Ontario Canadian region is “Live the Great Canadian Lake Life”. Certainly this is a motto and standard that does not disappoint. Nestor Falls cottagers, year round residents and even visitors to this well know fishing and camping area certainly come to the agreement that Nestor Falls can certainly can be said to be the epitome of what might well be referred to as wonderful Canadian “Lake Life”.

A modern town in 2010 surrounded by beautiful country and the most majestic lakes and lakeside attractions the “Falls” offer a quiet piece of paradise – good pickings for your family camp, summer vacation cottage or as a well earned retirement spot. Yet nothing beats out there hunting for those “Killer Trophy Walleye fish”. On top of that Nestor Falls now affords a scenic 9 whole waterfront golf course.

About a three hour drive from the major regional center of Winnipeg – in the adjacent western Canadian province of Manitoba – To get there – from Kenora Ontario follow King’s Hwy until you reach highway 71. Stay on # 71 directly until you reach Nestor Fall itself. NestorFalls is approximately 120 km ( approx 75 miles). Rich in history and wilderness, Nestor has become a most favored destination for fishing and hunting enthusiasts for fishing and hunting enthusiasts from all over North America – both the USA, Canada as well as international visitors from as diverse areas as Europe and Asia. The town itself is named after a logger whose surname itself, was actually “Nestor”. Mr. Nestor set up camp here in the very early 20’Th century and used the falls themselves to “drop” logs into Lake of the Woods.

Although officially located on world famous “Lake of the Woods”, the town itself is surrounded by myriads of other lakes. Many if not all of these waterholes are filled with “crystal clear ” waters and dotted by the majestic pine trees for which Northwestern Ontario itself is famed for.

The fishing is beautiful- just fantastic. Get out on the lake first thing early in the morning, and you can be back at the lodge camp with your daily fisherman’s quota by noon is the motto of more than avid Walleye, Pickeral or Bass angler. Lakes in the region are “teeming” with fish such as Muskie (of course), Walleye and Bass fish. The woods offer wild game such as moose and deer. In the winter-time months these same wonderful lakes and wooded trails provide access to ice fishing, cross country skiing and snowmobiling.

No doubt about it – Nestor Falls has become so popular and its reputation become so widespread that cottage prices now ranges of $ 100,000 US. While it is true that buying a summer cottage or year round home can become a little steep for some families.The option is for many instead of buying vacation real estate is to use the surrounding lakes and fishing / hunting lodges.

COTTAGES IN MUSKOKA REGION

By Andrew John Cocks | Cabins In Muskoka

COTTAGES IN MUSKOKA REGION

Article by John m

Muskoka Cottages Bring Families Closer Together

The 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver is finally over yet many travelers and tourists who have converged to Canada for this purpose, would most likely linger for an extended vacation and rediscover the glory and beauty of the country. Indeed, this is the most opportune time for tourists who are looking for an adventure like no other, to go on a side-trip to Ontario, where a host of grand family cabins and cottages are located to give shelter and comfort to travelers and guests wandering and exploring the beauty that is the Muskoka region.

Just ninety-minutes from Ontario is the District of Muskoka which boasts of their wonderful and breathtaking lakes that have enthralled both locals and tourists from all over the world. One of the more famous and most visited places here is the Georgia Bay, located at the heart of the District of Muskoka. Surely, nothing beats rest and relaxation inside the cozy Muskoka cottage rentals and inns with the cool pristine white snow and luscious green forest as your romantic backdrop. The Muskoka inns by the Georgian Bay area are rich in glorious scenic views of the surrounding lakes, white mountain tops and refreshing green forests that abound the vicinity. Whether your family is a bunch of outdoorsy adventurers or a laid-back, home-buddies who like spending intimate time with family and loved ones, you will find a perfect family cottage in the Muskoka region.

In Muskoka, a visitor has a wide variety of great destination choices — the 12 Mile Bay, the Big Schute, the Balm Beach, Woodland Beach, Wasaga Beach, Farlain Lake, Midland, Parry Sound, Collingwood, Beaver Valley, Honey Harbour or Port Nicoll which all offer spectacular sceneries and fun and exciting group activities. All these resorts and villas will pamper you with world-class service and facilities. Guests are indulged with great food with market-fresh ingredients as well as special menus that can be customized to any kind of diet or decadence. Truly, it is their objective to not just please the visitors but to amaze and astound even the most fastidious traveler, almost seducing them back for a longer stay at their exquisite and cozy Muskoka cottages.

If you are planning to take your family to a quiet place where you can enjoy each other’s company and catch up on family stories, a reservation in one of the gorgeous Muskoka cottages would be a sure breeze. With an online booking facility, you can reserve a grand, spacious, warm and homey cottage perfect for the family in an instant. Many of the best and affordable inns and cottages in Canada are found in Muskoka, and their impressively professional but friendly staff will always go an extra mile to indulge all their guests with exquisite cuisine, luxurious accommodations, and invigorating entertainment to soothe the body and the soul.

If you have been putting off that long forgotten promise of a grand family vacation, it’s now time to indulge your heart’s desires and spend your next vacation at the Georgian Bay in Muskuka region. Make your vacation a totally worry-free getaway and choose among the many great Muskoka cottages, to give you and your loved ones a truly memorable bonding time in Canada.

John m