Cress Tent | Canvas Tent with Lake Access provides amenities, such as a firepit and a garden. Active travellers can enjoy kayaking at this campsite.
Popular amenities
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Water view
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About this property
Cress Tent | Canvas Tent with Lake Access
Cress is located on a stunning 230-acre property, just 1.5 hours from Toronto, with access to a crystal-clear, spring-fed lake formed from a former limestone quarry. This unique landscape is home to five lakeside cabins and six campsites.
Each tent is tucked into the forest on its own private lot. All tents share communal lake access with paddle board & canoe rentals, so all guests can take advantage of this truly epic location.
Please note: This property features rugged terrain and steep cliff faces. Families with young children should take extra care. See the ‘Be Aware’ section for details.
BE AWARE This site features deep water, steep stairs, cliff edges, and rocky paths. Families with young children should exercise caution and provide close supervision.
Fishing is not permitted on our lake.
ACCESS This tent is drive-in for all vehicle types.
THINGS TO BRING * Your own food/drink, dishware, cutlery & pots/pans for cooking (tents include a fire top grill, but guests should bring their own camp stove if preferred) * Your own towels, sheets, pillows, pillow cases and blankets * Firewood * Bug repellent * Hand sanitizer * Water shoes
WATER Our tents are off-grid and do not have running water. We provide 40L of potable water for drinking and cooking. An outdoor porta-potty is located nearby. Showers are not available on site.
LEAVE NO TRACE All garbage and recycling must be packed up and taken home on your departure.
Property amenities
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Suitability/Accessibility
No lift
Location highlights
Near a lake
Things to do
Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Swimming nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Check-out
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Kawartha Lakes is home to this campsite. Station Gallery of Fenelon Falls and Fenelon Falls Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Byrnell Golf Club and Monck's Landing Golf Course. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Kirkfield travel guide
How much is parking at Cress Tent | Canvas Tent with Lake Access?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is Cress Tent | Canvas Tent with Lake Access located?
Situated in Kawartha Lakes, this campsite is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Mitchell Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Carden Alvar Provincial Park and Balsam Lake. Shadow Lake and Balsam Lake Provincial Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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