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Portage Inn & Cottages

2.5 of 5
1563 North Portage Road, Huntsville, Ontario P1H 2J6, Canada
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Salisbury, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 September 2012

I booked at Portage Inn at the last moment, having found myself with two days to kill before a flight home. I was just looking for a base from which to tour this Algonquin and surrounding areas. Nancy and Sid made my stay utterly captivating. A truly wonderful location, an equally impressive house - it is so refreshing to stay... More

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Stroud
2 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 September 2012

Our stay at Portage Inn was one of the outstanding highlights of a tour of southern Ontario. The house itself has a lovely feel, with fascinating, inviting corners at every turn, and the setting, with its beautiful lake view, is unforgettable. It is, however, the presence of Sid and Nancy that gives the place its life: what an engaging pair... More

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Hilton Head, South Carolina
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 August 2012

The owners, Nancy & Sid, their gracious and genuine hospitality, the drop-dead gorgeous Muskoka setting and the warm appeal of the inviting vintage decor all played a large part in making our wedding at the Portage Inn the best night of our lives. Our 120 guests, many of whom are seasoned travelers and many of whom are seasoned locals, were... More

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Rochester, New York
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 July 2012

Room and bed were excellent, with a nice lake view. The breakfast was outstanding, they even modified their normal breakfast to our liking (eggs over easy & pea meal bacon). We even used the canoe and paddled the lake. The owners were truly outstanding. They did everything they could to make our stay enjoyable, including a golf cart tour of... More

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Toronto, Canada
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9 reviews 9 reviews
6 hotel reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

My fiance and I enjoyed our stay at Portage Inn over the long Easter weekend. The inn had a rustic feel to it with all the modern comforts. The Great Room has two fireplaces, wooden tables and chairs, a bar and even a piano! There's a classic pool table for guests to play too. My favourite thing was sitting by... More

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Oakville
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012

Although I'm a tad late in my review of our AMAZING experience at Portage Inn, I wanted to make sure this gem and lovely hosts, received the recognition they deserve. Back in the first week of January over the holidays, I was looking for a quaint winter escape for myself, my son (age 10) and niece (age 13). We are... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 December 2011

No hesitation in recommending the Portage Inn for its historic charm, hospitality and atmosphere. We stayed at the Inn in a delightful period room. Our hosts were friendly & engaging and, as an added bonus, their literary background is fascinating. We look foward to a return visit, as it's also very convenient - just nicely out of town, but close... More

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Toronto, Canada
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3 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 October 2011

I recently stayed in the upper part of the Chalet at the Portage Inn near Huntsville with a group of friends. This is a self contained cottage type accommodation with 3 bedrooms, a living room area, full kitchen, dining room and 1 1/2 baths. There is a balcony, which overlooks beautiful Peninsula Lake. Our dogs were very welcome and the... More

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Burlington, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 October 2011

We stayed at the cottages on the property. They were clean, well appointed, nicely furnished and decorated, equipped with everything we needed. The view of the lake was wonderful. The hosts went out of their way to accomodate us and show us the property and Inn. I would reccomend the Inn for couples and the cottages are great for families.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 October 2011 via mobile

I recently stayed at the portage inn before heading into the Algonquin backcountry. Our host, Sydney, was helpful and friendly (his wife was out of town). The inn is beautiful, and the large grounds include a tennis court, basketball net, beach volleyball court, as well as water access with available watercraft (kayaks, canoes, sailboat, paddleboat). Inside, the common Great Room... More

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Also Known As:
Portage Inn And Cottages
Portage Inn & Cottages Hotel Huntsville
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Portage Inn & Cottages Huntsville, Ontario
Address: 1563 North Portage Road, Huntsville, Ontario P1H 2J6, Canada
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Region: Canada > Ontario > Muskoka > Huntsville
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Kitchenette Pets Allowed Room Service Suites
Hotel Style:
Ranked #6 of 20 B&Bs / Inns in Huntsville
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The historic Portage Inn Bed & Breakfast (1889), owned by authors Nancy and Sidney Kirkpatrick, sits on a beautiful 5 acre waterfront property on Peninsula Lake in Huntsville Muskoka Ontario. Each room has a large full bathroom of its own en-suite. One room has a view of the lake and another has a large jacuzzi tub. Traditional breakfasts are provided but special diets are available upon request. Also on the property is a chalet that sleeps up to 13 with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2 kitchens and 2 living/dining rooms as well as a Muskoka Room, laundry room and 2 decks looking over the lake. ... more   less 
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