Windermere House

Windermere House is a large hospitality building with over 50 rooms situated along Lake Rosseau in the Muskoka area. The property features multiple dining areas, a pub, recreational facilities including tennis and basketball, as well as a private beach and marina.

The original building was founded in 1870 by a Scottish settler and served as an important gathering place for over a century. After a fire in 1996, it was rebuilt shortly afterward and has remained in operation since.

The property has long served as a gathering place for affluent visitors from across the region. Its white wooden structures and lakeside setting have made it a recognized symbol of upscale hospitality in the Muskoka area.

Visitors should know the property is spacious and warmer months offer the best conditions for water and beach activities. Winter weather can make access more challenging, so season should be considered when planning a visit.

A water tower from the 1920s still stands on the grounds and is a rare remnant from the property's early years. The building also offers fractional ownership cottages, an unusual arrangement for extended lakeside stays.