"Toronto's coolest hotel gets a country cousin" - Travel & Leisure (and every "It"-List, ever)
We thought we knew Canadian cool... then we found the Drake Devonshire. Delight in the decor that deserves every accolade it's received. Takeover 11 stylishly appointed rooms (and 2 suites) and revel in how ridiculously cool YOU'LL be just by staying here. Country wedding or corporate retreat, it's nothing short of rad. With venues spanning from a lakeside deck & lawn to an enclosed A-frame dining rooms & a glass box for professional pow-wows, the "Drake by the Lake" is one of our favorite intimate inns of all-time. Yes, we said it.
The Drake Devonshire does not charge a room rental, we simply have a MINIMUM SPEND that we ask you to reach in PRE ARRANGED catering and a bar tab. All your services staff is included as is your own personal coordinator. However, if additional coverage is required, we would be happy to discuss this with you. Your minimum spend is determined by the day of the week and length of time you wish to have the space exclusively. This means that if you are flexible with your dates and timing, we can accommodate all budgets.
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Additional Insurance Is Not Required To Host An Event Here
As summer floats on by, we’re waxing nostalgic about all things lakeside. From cool and kitschy summer-camp-by-the-lake vibes to posh European lake getaways to our favorite American national parks with lakes, we’ve got starry eyes for all things lake-able. Gather your towels and SPF and let’s head out to where the water is clear and the sunshine is bright.
Reporter: Alyssa Brown | Location: Nimmo Bay Wilderness Resort
Wouldn't it be cool to plan a bachelorette party and check soemthing off the ol' bucket list at the same time?! It’s no secret that we love adventures and a good all-girls getaway around here. Whether it’s for bachelorette party ideas on the east coast and beyond, birthday bash or just a vacation, we're here to gather the most unique bucket list worthy experiences for to celebrate your lady love in style. We’ve got floating hotels on remote islands, glamping safaris in South Africa, marble palaces in India, and quite a few stateside spots that are worth an adventure. Let’s be real, we know who runs the world.
Reporter: Alyssa Brown | Venue: Taj Lake Palace
You and your friends can only sit around so many brunch tables and lounge couches before one of you asks the inevitable question: “Want to try something different?” But if you’re looking to skyrocket out of the ordinary, it’s not time for poolside drinks and beach naps. That’s been done and it’s just sidestep. You need a whole new dance card.
It’s time to see the remarkable, sensational, and downright stupefyingly gorgeous wilderness of Canada! Mountains that pierce the sky, forests that never end, and resorts that will make you feel the coziest you’ve ever been all await you and your sense of adventure. Now you just need the key ingredient of your Girls Getaway: the girls.
By: Jake Kilroy
Sometimes we need a little reminder of all the good stuff that’s happening in the world. Just think about all the gorgeous places we can explore, and all the incredible memory-making experiences that await us if we set the intention to get out and enjoy the company of our loved ones.
Here at The Venue Report, we’ve come up with a way to share deals and discounts on event spaces, boutique hotel rooms, and even wedding plans. Follow along for the ride as we bring you a free stay in an African safari luxury lodge, discounts on some seriously legit party spaces, and a few events we think you should know about. Because getting out and gathering is at the top of our priority list these days.
Reporter: Alyssa Brown
Wellp, it’s official, we’ve got cabin fever… and we have a feeling it might be contagious. Though we're going beyond your average gatlinburg cabins or anything your uncle tom might consider worthy for that matter. We’ve headed around the world to some of the hottest glamping, camping, treehouse-living, and yurt-worthy spots. From the United Kingdom to some unique big bear cabin rentals, New South Wales to your very own log cabin homes, we’re bringing you some of our favorite places to disconnect from city life and get back on board with Mother Nature’s best hidden gems.
It's no secret that we love a fast getaway & a nice place to stay. These travel lodges offer everything from high-end luxury to down-home goodness. From A-frame bungalows to classic country cabins, modern experimental living to cool rentals, we’ve done all the research so you don’t have to. Now all you need to do is book a room and let the fever warm you up.
By: Alyssa Brown | Venue: Tye Haus
Summer days behind us, we’re welcoming the cooler weather and shorter days with all things s’mores, cider and hibernation related. In an effort to embrace the coziness of fall and the coming winter months, we’ve gathered up some of our favorite fireplaces to sit by with a good book and a big glass of wine. And bonus points: this list also includes noteworthy fireplace backdrop options for winter weddings.
Whoever said Vegas was the baseline for a beautiful bachelorette bash certainly never celebrated at any of these chic locations. When celebrating your bestie bride-to-be, a "sodden farewell to single days" just won't do. In the words of Carrie Bradshaw... "Maybe our girlfriends are our soulmates and guys are just people to have fun with." We're thinking outside the bachelorette bash-box and bringing you most beautiful (and fun) places to say 'sayanara' to single life and "dance with the ones that brought ya" - your besties.
Also, don't forget to take a look a our latest list of unique bachelorette party ideas
Set a 1-minute walk from the Wellington Heritage Museum, this boutique, lakeside hotel built in the 19th century is also 21.7 km from Sandbanks Provincial Park. Photographer: Nikolas Koenig
The property has a lake-view restaurant serving regional cuisine, a waterfront deck with an adjacent lakeside fire pit and rotating on-site art exhibits. Photographer: Drake Devonshire
In the summertime, our expansive waterfront deck and cascading bleachers are the perfect place to enjoy a meal or signature Drake cocktail al fresco while taking in the infinite vistas of Lake Ontario. Photographer: Drake Devonshire
No visit to Drake Devonshire is complete without a stay in the Owner's Suite with sweeping views of the lake. Photographer: Nikolas Koenig
Our Guestrooms and Suites come in all shapes and sizes. Photographer: Nikolas Koenig
The Glass Box - the Drake Devonshire jewelbox for your next meeting or professional pow wow. Photographer: Drake Devonshire
Like a classical pavilion, our enclosed, waterfront venue is situated adjacent to the main inn and designed for pleasure and relaxation purposes. Photographer: Drake Devonshire
All of our rooms are meticulously designed and outfitted with custom furniture and millwork, mixed with antiques and vintage pieces, and feature original artwork. Photographer: Drake Devonshire
In the summer, this waterfront deck is the place to be - good thing the Drake re-opens May 1st! Photographer: Drake Devonshire
"Like a classical pavilion, this enclosed, waterfront venue is situated adjacent to the main inn and designed for pleasure and relaxation purposes" Photographer: Drake Devonshire
Our petite room boasts a custom headboard, creating a comfy sleeping alcove - you'll feel snug as a bug in a rug in this mini-retreat. Photographer: Drake Devonshire
Sip a chardonnay on your own private balcony in the Creekside Room. Photographer: Drake Devonshire
No country inn would be complete without a fire pit so gather around this one with your globetrotting guys & gals for late-night revelry. Photographer: Drake Devonshire
Cantilevered over Lane Creek and housed in an architecturally stunning A-frame Douglas fir-lined building, the Drake Devonshire's celebrated dining room features an extensive permanent and rotating art collection to complement Chef Matt DeMille's menu. Photographer: Drake Devonshire
This A-frame, cantilevered dining room has a rotating art collection with a farm-to-table menu, perfect for a chic get-together or reception takeover. Photographer: Drake Devonshire
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