Title: Forest Yurt 1 hour from Toronto Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248635740514731&destination=Scugog%2C+Ontario%2C+Canada&selected=102188481&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Forest Yurt 1 hour from Toronto ## Photo gallery for Forest Yurt 1 hour from Toronto ![1 bedroom - Forest Yurt 1 hour from Toronto (Blackstock)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102190000/102188500/102188481/w904h683x60y0-5f36bf0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Bathroom - Forest Yurt 1 hour from Toronto (Blackstock)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102190000/102188500/102188481/w505h683x260y0-922a0923.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Forest Yurt 1 hour from Toronto (Blackstock)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102190000/102188500/102188481/w506h683x260y0-68dce93c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children’s area - Forest Yurt 1 hour from Toronto (Blackstock)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102190000/102188500/102188481/w906h683x59y0-32d6f90e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Forest Yurt 1 hour from Toronto (Blackstock)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102190000/102188500/102188481/w905h683x59y0-fb70bdb5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to this secluded Yurt, nestled in a small forest clearing on 100 acres of natural beauty. Explore many trails for hiking, mountain biking or snowshoeing and unwind with woodstove warmth and kitchenette comforts. Enjoy private sculptures by Bill Lishman and an outdoor screened area for summer dining. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly £108 includes taxes & fees 23 Mar - 24 Mar ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Forest Yurt 1 hour from Toronto Seeking a nature fix? This custom built Yurt sits on a platform in a small clearing in the forest. Perfect for a romantic getaway, there are many trails to explore on this 100 acre property. Woodstove (wood included), indoor composting toilet, kitchenette, 12V lighting & USB power included - camping in style. Yurt was erected by Canadian Icon Bill Lishman, aka Father Goose, inspiration for "Fly Away Home". Request special offer for multi day pricing. The space We are an hour East and North of Toronto. The Yurt is about 1 Km from entrance. in the summer you can drive right to the yurt. In the winter you will hike in about 1 Km. A snowmobile with sled will deliver your gear. Mike will be your contact and you can reach him during your stay by phone or text. The property features many sculpture by the late Canadian artist Bill Lishman. The location is remote and private. An outdoor screened in area is available in summer for outdoor eating. \* It is very important to note that when we have the yurt open during winter, you will be responsible for feeding the wood stove. Wood is provided. Fire will be lit before you arrive but you must keep adding wood. Guest access Many hiking, mountain biking or snowshoeing trails in surrounding forests. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 ## About the area Scugog is home to Forest Yurt 1 hour from Toronto. Summerlea Golf Club and Ocala Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Blackstock Fairground Exhibition Ground and Port Perry Fair Ground. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park or Tribute Communities Centre. [Visit our Scugog travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Scugog.dx553248635740514731) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=44.067673,-78.86623&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:az%7EkG%7Cpj%60N%3FU%3FW%40S%3FU%40U%40U%3FUBS%40U%40U%40SBWBSBSBUBUBUBQDUBSDUDSDSDSDSFQDSFSDSFQFQHSFQFSHOFQHQFQHOHOJQHOHOHOJOHOJMJMJOJMJKJMJMJKLMJKLKLKJKLILILKLILILGLILGNGLILGLENGNELELENENCLCNENCNALCNANCLANAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%3FN%40N%40NBL%40NBN%40NBLDNBLBNDNDLDNDLFNDLFLHLFNFLHLFLHLHLJJHLHLJLJJJLJJLJJLLJLJJJLJNHLJLJNHNJNHNHNHPHNHNHPFPHPFNHRFPFRFPFPFRDRFRDPFRDRDRBRDTDRBTDPBTBTBTBRBT%40T%40RBT%40T%40R%40T%40T%3FT%40T%3FR%3FV%3FT%3FR%3FV%3FRAT%3FTATATATARCTATARCTCTCRCTCTERCRERETCRERERGREPGRERGRGPGRGPGRIPGNIPGPIPINIPINININKNINKNKLILKNKLKLKJMLKJKLMJKJMJMJMHKJMHMHMHMFMHOHMDMHMFODMFODMDODODMBOBMDOBOBO%40MBO%40O%40O%40O%3FO%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAO%3FOAMAOAOCMAOCOCOEMCOCOEMEMEOEOGMEMGMIOEMIMIMGMIMIMIMKMIKKMKMKKKMMKKKMKKKMKMKOKMKMIOKOIOIOIOKOIQIOGQIQGQIOGQGSIQGSGQESGSESGQESESESESEUCSESCSCUCUCSCUCSCUAUAUASCU%3FUAUAU%3FUAS%3FW%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mIdABJA0WX3B3ATYyVYm_ddAn-Q=) Blackstock, ON ### What's nearby - ![The Maple Syrup Festival in Oshawa, ON is mainly a local event. However, the festival is great with fresh pancakes and syrup, activities for kids and adults, and informative and interactive historical displays and activities. The festival typically occurs during March, and in Ontario, there's still snow then!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6057905/cc40dc37-398a-49ae-9895-0a75604d0fc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Purple Woods 7 min drive \- 5.9 miles - Summerlea Golf Club 7 min drive \- 3.0 miles - Blackstock Fairground Exhibition Ground 8 min drive \- 5.9 miles - Lake Scugog 9 min drive \- 6.8 miles - Port Perry Waterfront 11 min drive \- 8.5 miles ### Getting around - Ajax Station 31 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 14 min drive - Tim Hortons 12 min drive - Old Flame Brewing Co 12 min drive - The Bargain Store 13 min drive - Nexus Coffee Company 15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Forest Yurt 1 hour from Toronto pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Forest Yurt 1 hour from Toronto? ### What time is check-in at Forest Yurt 1 hour from Toronto? ### What time is check-out at Forest Yurt 1 hour from Toronto? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Forest Yurt 1 hour from Toronto Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 6.0 Location ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Reena K. 1 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Peaceful retreat The yurt is very comfortable and well-equipped. The setting is very peaceful. Port Perry is only 10 mins away, for buying food or other necessities. I only wish there were better hikes on the property. I wanted to go for an hour long hike, but the trails would lead me back to the yurt after only 20 minutes of walking. ##### Reena K. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Melissa 15 Aug 2024 Liked: Property conditions & facilities Disliked: Amenities Interior decor was not my taste with fake flowers and plants. I did like the battery string lights. More directions on how to use propane hot plate and pump water bottle were necessary. ##### Melissa Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ethan 22 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities . ##### Ethan Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily Y. 8 Dec 2025 ##### Emily Y. 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