Severn Lodge Blog

Learn about current and upcoming events at Severn Lodge and in the Muskoka Ontario region.

Photo of a Gleeful Wedding Party at Severn, One of the Best Wedding Venues in Ontario

Premier Muskoka Wedding Venues in Ontario: Severn Lodge

We are so grateful that Severn Lodge has been endorsed as one of the top-rated wedding venues in Ontario, according to WeddingWire, Vaughn Berry Photography, and countless brides and grooms who have been married here. We would be so pleased with the opportunity to prepare a proposal.

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Muskoka Golf Course

The Top 3 Muskoka Golf Courses

Yes, Severn Lodge is a world-class, all-inclusive family resort, but we’re also centrally located to a variety of off-site attractions, including several top-rated Muskoka golf courses. While rare, some families (particularly ones with teenagers or adult-aged children) do occasionally go off-site for 18 holes of championship golf.

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Flight of beers with peanuts and pretzels

The Top 3 Craft Breweries in Muskoka

As we surge ahead into a new decade, there are currently four craft breweries in Muskoka—they’re located in Torrance, Gravenhurst, Bracebridge, and Baysville, respectively. Ranking breweries is unquestionably challenging as each Muskoka beer drinker has a unique flavour palate, not to mention preferences in taproom style. Location is equally as important, especially when you’re vacationing with the family.

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Eastern Hotelier Magazine Sept-Oct 2019

Severn Lodge Featured in Eastern Hotelier Magazine

We are so excited to be featured in the Sept/Oct 2019 issue of Eastern Hotelier Magazine!

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Family Reunion group photo

Memorable Family Reunions in Ontario: Severn Lodge

The Breckbill family and their steadfast staff have been co-planning family reunions in Ontario since the early 1930s. Not only does our team of friendly, highly-trained individuals have decades of experience, but we’ve practically erased all potential stress by providing affordable, all-inclusive packages. Each package includes (besides discounted rates) countless on-site activities, three meals daily, and an extended stay in a charming, historic accommodation.

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Muskoka Tour Boat

The Top 5 Muskoka Boat Tours

Our particularly serene slice of Muskoka is a splendid, family-friendly haven for those who appreciate adventure, exploration, and relaxation. While you’ll never have to leave Severn Lodge to enjoy an authentic, genuinely unforgettable Ontario vacation, many groups choose to branch out to nearby communities to hop aboard one of the top-rated Muskoka boat tours. We cannot blame you if a 90-minute boat cruise along a scenic waterway sounds enticing.

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Severn Lodge main lodge exterior with pumpkins and corn stalks.

Unforgettable Thanksgiving Getaways at Severn Lodge

Over the past several decades, Severn Lodge has become one of the most popular Thanksgiving getaways in Ontario thanks to our all-inclusive rates, seemingly endless fall activities, and awe-inspiring surrounding beauty. Thanksgiving weekend is always a bittersweet time for us as we close our doors for the season on the second Monday of October. But it’s also an opportunity to say “thank you” to our wonderful, loyal guests by offering them a treasure trove of elaborate Thanksgiving festivities.

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Severn Lodge at night.

Best Muskoka Resorts: Guest Reviews 

Those familiar with Severn Lodge know the world-famous charming atmosphere that resides around the Muskoka Georgian Bay lake district. Historic Severn Lodge received the 2018 Travelers’ Choice Award (the highest honor one can receive) by the professionals at TripAdvisor. We also recently received the 2019 Certificate of Excellence which is only given to approximately 10 percent of professional businesses on TripAdvisor.

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Severn Lodge team member with kids on banana boat.

Daily Itinerary at Severn Lodge

When thinking about a family getaway, it often seems nearly impossible to actually set out with the entire family and find a place that everyone will enjoy. When looking for the best family resorts in Ontario, Severn Lodge provides something for everyone!  We know that planning family vacations can be hectic; which is why you should leave the heavy lifting to us!  Here at the lodge, we offer a daily itinerary to assist in keeping all family members entertained⁠— we’ll even provide supervision for your little ones with our Kids Club program!

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Kids and parents in kayaks.

Best Ontario Resorts for a Lakefront Family Getaway

Summer weather is finally here, and that means families from all over are looking for incredible Ontario getaways. When you are looking for the best Ontario resorts for an all-inclusive stay, fantastic lakefront activities, and a place where there is something for everyone, look no further than Severn Lodge. Discover…

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