Photo Credit: Paul Bica | Flickr Life can get hectic and sometimes you need a vacation - and sometimes life can get so hectic that you need a vacation from planning your vacation. For many city dwellers who delve into the frantic hustle of urban living every day, the weight of this truth increases exponentially. We hear you loud and clear, and this is why we're lending a hand by taking the guesswork out of planning your trip from Toronto to the Loughborough Inn for your perfect Toronto cottage vacation. We've mapped out all the best places to [...]

Kingston, Ontario already boasts the title of Canada's first capital and the beloved home of Canada's first Prime Minister, Sir John A. MacDonald. Since it was first established as Fort Cataraqui in 1673, Kingston, Ontario has enjoyed a rich and eventful history as one of the province's most vital political, military, educational and tourist centers. While this vibrant city offers countless activities any time of year, summer is definitely the most popular time to visit Kingston attractions - for those looking to take in the full-scope of exciting seasonal events and starring attractions. In our opinion, no Kingston summer vacation [...]

No day at the cottage is just any day. There's always something new and exciting to do! This July 1st, we want to help you make the most of your Canada Day cottage activities by offering up some fun, festive and unique ideas. Perhaps best of all, our suggestions are affordable, easy and perfect for kids or kids at heart. 7 Fabulous Canada Day Cottage Activities: Most of us already break out the sparklers and bust out the fireworks, but there’s more to Canada Day than burning your eyebrows off – though that’s definitely a tradition for some! Let’s take [...]

Beautiful Battersea, Ontario is located in the township of South Frontenac - a mere 20 kilometers north of historic Kingston, Ontario. This popular destination is well-known for its phenomenal outdoor activities, which includes fishing, camping and boating. Battersea, Ontario is frequented every year by a host of passionate outdoor enthusiasts who are looking to enjoy the unspoiled charms of nature. Loughborough Lake, Dog Lake and the Rideau Canal are a few of the main attractions, as is the friendly, open, small town atmosphere. History of Battersea Battersea, Ontario was founded in 1840 by Henry Van Luven. Van Luven was a [...]

For over 100 years, the Muskoka chair, also known as the Adirondack chair, has been a signature piece of furniture on the many patios and docks of cottages and resorts in Ontario - including the ones at the Loughborough Inn. So where did these popular chairs come from, and why are they so popular? The Muskoka chair is the chair's Canadian name. It was actually thought to be invented by American Thomas Lee in 1903. While on vacation in the Adirondack Mountains, Lee was inspired to create a comfortable chair for his summer home. He began work. His main objectives were [...]