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vittoria Apr 8th, 2005 01:07 PM

The Briars Resort Ontario
 
Has anyone stayed at The Briars resort in Jackson's Point Ontario? Looking at going in July for a weekend getaway, golf for my husband and spa for me.

Any opinions on accommodations, meals or activities would be greatly appreciated.

vittoria Apr 8th, 2005 05:43 PM

anyone......

kodi Apr 8th, 2005 06:17 PM

Although I have not stayed there, it has a very good reputation and is considered to be a very good place to go. I know people who have gone there and had a wonderful time.

From what I know, I wouldn't hesitate.
Have a good time

gemelli Apr 8th, 2005 06:43 PM

I've only attended an afternoon reception at the Briars, it was a tranquil and pretty country inn/resort on Lake Simcoe. I believe it is still family run. The original mansion has been added on to several times. The Red Barn Theatre is on the estate in the original barn. Usually some excellent summer theatre. Have a great getaway.

goldilox Apr 9th, 2005 08:33 AM

I stayed a couple of years ago. Everything was fine, but nothing extraordianry or memorable. I do seem to recall a bit of conflict with the front desk.

I would say it is a fine choice for a weekend getaway, but I wouldn't spend a special occasion (honeymoon, anniversary, birthday) there.

vittoria Apr 9th, 2005 10:48 AM

golilox: Why wouldn't you spend a special occasion (honeymoon, anniversary, birthday) there.
This is our first alone weekend in about 10yrs, would like to make it special.

Any other suggestions??

gemelli Apr 9th, 2005 02:04 PM

Two recently mentioned resorts that might fit the bill.
<i> The Inn at Manitou</i>, further north than the Briars with golf and spa.
<i> The Langdon Country Inn </i> in Cambridge. Both are members of Relais and Chateaux collection of hotels.

goldilox Apr 10th, 2005 06:48 AM

I would second Gemelli's suggestions of The Inn at Manitou and Langdon Hall.

There was nothing wrong with The Briars... there just wasn't anything special. I wouldn't return.

(I will say, as I always do, that I am very picky... )

vittoria Apr 10th, 2005 11:50 AM

Thanks, I will checked the other two resort mentioned, I am also very picky....


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