Summer resort facilities and activities

Summertime at the Irwin Inn and the focus is on activity.
On our Stoney Lake waterfront everyone enjoys the many resort activities - fishing, waterskiing, wakeboarding, tubing, swimming, canoeing, kayaking and sunset cruises.
Families have been spending their summer resort holidays at the Irwin Inn for 3 generations. They come back because the entire family has a great time by taking advantage of supervised children's program and youth program. Adults get to act like kids at the resort and forget their day-to-day responsibilities. Social activities, sightseeing, shopping, historical and cultural tours involving museums, art galleries and theatre venues, are scheduled for a dynamic resort experience.

The Irwin Inn is an ideal summer waterfront resort for couples getaways and a perfect family summer vacation resort destination. Facilities include: a 9-hole golf course, full English riding stable & equestrian centre for horseback riding lessons and trail rides, tennis, outdoor pool, sandy beach, a private island for picnics and our popular weekly island fish fry, and countless fun and interesting activities. Accommodations range from traditional, cozy rooms in the Inn to luxurious lakeside cottages and waterfront suites with private swimming pools or hot tubs.

As a family you have immediate opportunities to have fun together and take advantage of our many resort facilities and activities. Explore the lake in a kayak, fish from the dock, and golf on our 'kid friendly' course or toast marshmallows over a fire on the beach.

Our recreation program keeps them engaged in activities that become lifetime memories. Our sandy beach, playground, attentive staff and 200 acres guarantee a holiday they'll want to repeat each summer. Start a great family tradition and come to the Irwin Inn this summer.

Facilities and Activities Descriptions

Please also view our activities pages to view more details and photos regarding specific activities

Golfing
The Irwin Inn is ideal for family golf vacations in Ontario, Canada. In the 1950s we developed a par-3 golf course that is free for all guests. It provides a perfect introduction to a family golf experience and convenient on-site practice facility for the seasoned golfer. A special benefit of staying at The Irwin Inn is the opportunity to play on the world class private Wildfire Golf Club, 5 minutes away. The Irwin Inn is one of four member resorts privileged to offer guests golf opportunities at Wildfire, a private club, nestled on Stoney Lake’s shore, For the serious golf enthusiast, Wildfire Golf Club is a challenging, stunning course. We customize packages for individuals, couples and groups.

Horseback Riding
The Irwin Inn specializes in riding experiences for beginners to the very highest level of riding instruction. Delightful trail rides on our own Milestone Farm are available most months of the year. Although we offer lessons for riders at all levels, lessons for novice riders provide an ideal situation for experiencing the sport without the pressure of commitment and cost of structured programs. We offer English Riding instruction, specializing in dressage. Jaimey & Tina Irwin of Stoney Lake Equestrian are grand prix dressage riders and are available by reservation for specialized instruction. (Must be 10 yrs of age or older for trail ride. Pony ride in outdoor ring can be arranged for young children)

Kayaking and Canoeing
Stoney Lake is famous for its 1100 islands and Precambrian rock shores. You can find many areas inhabited only by residents native to Stoney Lake for thousands of years. Loons call in the evening blue herons own the “still” of morning. Canoeing and kayaking on Stoney has been inspiring naturalists since the Ojibwa natives made birch bark canoes to travel and explore it’s shining waters.

Water Activities
Swimming in Stoney lake’s clear and clean water is a tonic for the soul for young and old alike. Skimming across the top on skis, boards or a tube is as exciting to do, as it is fun to watch. Sunset cruises are a perfect way to end a perfect day and our cruise to our own island for a family fish fry and barbeque is a vacation highlight! Our small outdoor pool is the perfect place to swim on a windy day. Most water activities are included at the Irwin Inn.

Fishing
Fishing vacations abound at the Irwin Inn on Stoney Lake in Ontario, Canada. The Kawartha Lakes, of which Stoney Lake is a member, is ranked in the top ten fishing destinations in Canada. For families on vacation with young fishing enthusiasts, endless hours can be spent fishing from the dock where pan fish abound. Few things are as exciting to a 4-year old as feeling a tug on the fishing rod for the first time.

Kids’ program
From the last week of June to Labour Day weekend, the Irwin Inn has an amazingly comprehensive recreation program. Our experienced counselors keep younger children busy and happy through scheduled activities during the day, and one activity in the evening. Scavenger hunts, arts & crafts, tubing, face painting, talent shows, bingo, hay and pony rides, campfires, nature crafts, visits to area attractions, and our featured weekly “fish fry” picnic on Irwin Island combine to make vacation memories for our younger guests.

Youth and Adult Programs
For young adults, parents, grandparents, and the young at heart, we offer more activities such as: movie nights, campfires, tubing, wakeboarding, parasailing, golf tournaments, corn roasts, sunset cruises, canoe and kayak trips, games night, as well as cultural, shopping, and fun trips to area attractions. Our recreation programs are one of the reasons that families come back to the Inn year after year. Often as families depart the parents are already getting pressure to book next year's vacation as soon as possible. We take great pride in providing exceptional summer experiences for youth and adults because, we believe, that's what summer is all about.

Sightseeing/Shopping
The Kawartha Lakes area offers countless opportunities for shopping, and sightseeing, From the latest in fashion, footwear, sporting gear, to farmers markets, fine art, crafts, and gorgeous hand crafted gifts, the entire Peterborough and Kawartha area has it all! Numerous interesting sights can be seen along the way. Planned shopping trips will make for an exciting off site excursion.

Arts & Culture
Peterborough and the entire surrounding area, has developed into a thriving arts and culture destination. In this land of shining water, art galleries, museums, historic sites, live theatre, unique outdoor theatre, concerts, and festivals abound, demonstrating the rich cultural mosaic of the Kawartha Lakes region. Plan your own itinerary, or come along on one of our scheduled outings for a sample of Kawartha culture

Complimentary Movie Rentals
Our movie gallery is located in our store area. Our movies vary from old classic to new blockbuster hits. There is sure to be something for everybody. Sit back and relax in your accommodation while watching a movie!

Games Room
Our games room offers our guests an alternative to outdoor activities. In the games room we have a pool table, ping pong table, and dart board.

6.5 km of Trails
Our trails function in many ways depending on the season. Wound through our 200 acres of land they can be used to hike, bike, horseback ride, ski, or snowmobile. With beautiful scenery the trails offer views of deer and greenery, and can lead you to our barns where you can visit with the horses. Some trails are strictly for non-vehicular use ensuring a peaceful time for all!

Massage Therapy
Our two registered massage therapists, Martina Schnettler and Nicole Hurley, are sure to give you a deep soothing massage. Have a massage in the comfort of your own accommodation or in our massage room and feel your stress slip away.

Wireless Internet Access
Available in our office and lounging areas as well as in select accommodation.

To begin your vacation, browse the season selection of summer, See the many summer facilities and related activities, summer getaways and packages, The Irwin Inn offers. After, select rooms & rates that are available at the Irwin Inn, where caring is a family resort tradition in Ontario, Canada.

Resort Facilities
Outdoor Pool
Tennis Court
Games Room
Playground
9-hole Golf Course
Sandy Beach
Waterfront Accommodation
6.5km of Trails
Children/Youth Rec Programs
Volleyball Net
Small Store Onsite
Wireless Internet Access
Shuffle Board
Mountain Bikes
Canoes
Movie Rentals
Kayaks

Massage Therapy (RMT)
    $75/hour in massage rm
    $85/hour in your rm

Horseback Riding Facilities
    $40/hour trail ride
    $45/hour semi-private
    $55/hour private lesson
    $15 pony ride

Motor Boat Rentals
    *starting at $75/day or
    $350/week

Summer Activities
Horseback Riding
Kids’ Recreational Program
Youth Recreational Program
Island Fish Fry
Sunset Cruises
Fishing
Golfing
Walking Trails – Hiking
Tennis