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A Timeless Lakeside Venue for Your Dream Wedding
Imagine saying “I do” on the shores of Lake Rosseau at Windermere House, a beloved Muskoka landmark since 1870. Known as the "Lady of the Lake," this Victorian-style hotel blends historic charm with natural beauty, creating a romantic and unforgettable setting for your wedding. Just two hours from Toronto, it offers a peaceful escape for you and your guests to celebrate in style.
Beautiful, Flexible Spaces to Bring Your Vision to Life
Whether you picture an outdoor ceremony or an elegant indoor reception, Windermere House has the perfect space. Exchange vows on the expansive front lawn with the lake as your backdrop. Then, host a cocktail reception on the private covered veranda, which comfortably accommodates up to 130 guests with stunning lake views. For your main event, the Islandview Room welcomes up to 120 guests, featuring classic Victorian details and breathtaking waterfront vistas. Overall, the venue can host receptions for up to 170 guests, giving you plenty of options to fit your celebration size.
Expert Wedding Services to Make Planning Easy
Planning your big day is stress-free with Windermere House’s full-service wedding packages. A dedicated coordinator will guide you through every detail, ensuring a smooth and personalized experience. Packages include essentials like tables, elegant Silver Chiavari chairs, crisp white linens, and a portable dance floor. Enjoy in-house catering and bar services with menus praised for their quality and flavor. Plus, you’ll have access to a curated list of top local vendors to help with everything from flowers to photography.
Comfort and Amenities for You and Your Guests
- Guest Accommodations: With 56 charming guest rooms and a private cottage, your loved ones can stay comfortably on-site, with special room rates available for your wedding party.
- On-Site Activities: Keep your guests entertained with amenities like a relaxing spa, outdoor pool, tennis court, and complimentary kayaks on the lake.
- Stunning Surroundings: The beautifully landscaped gardens and waterfront views provide a magical backdrop for your ceremony, reception, and wedding photos.
Reviews (5)
- DDarlene Good16/08/2024Beautiful Lakefront Wedding VenueBeautiful Lakefront Wedding VenueWe were there for a wedding in May, the food was excellent. The restaurant staff, lobby bar tender. and house keeping staff looked after us really well. It’s a beautiful setting overlooking the lake that can be enjoyed while sitting on the huge covered veranda.We were there for a wedding in May, the food was excellent. The restaurant staff, lobby bar tender. and house keeping staff looked after us really well. It’s a beautiful setting overlooking the lake that can be enjoyed while sitting on the huge covered veranda.
- VVictoria Myers16/08/2024Charming Windermere House: Fantastic Stay!Charming Windermere House: Fantastic Stay!We had a lovely stay at the Windermere House for a mini-moon post our wedding. The rooms were clean and nice. Staff were friendly and accommodating. The power went out both evenings which affected our dinner but this was not within their control. Overall would stay again!We had a lovely stay at the Windermere House for a mini-moon post our wedding. The rooms were clean and nice. Staff were friendly and accommodating. The power went out both evenings which affected our dinner but this was not within their control. Overall would stay again!
- SSydney Desnoyers16/08/2024Perfect Wedding Venue and Guest Services!Perfect Wedding Venue and Guest Services!Came here to do hair and makeup for a wedding. And stayed the night before. The guest services were fabulous. Everyone was very attentive and wanted to help. Even was able to get breakfast a bit early so we could have food beforehand. It was amazing! Tried the pub and the restaurant on the property and both had amazing food quality. The free kayaking was a great bonus!Came here to do hair and makeup for a wedding. And stayed the night before. The guest services were fabulous. Everyone was very attentive and wanted to help. Even was able to get breakfast a bit early so we could have food beforehand. It was amazing! Tried the pub and the restaurant on the property and both had amazing food quality. The free kayaking was a great bonus!
- SSue Gavarkovs16/08/2024Perfect Wedding Venue & Stay at Windermere HousePerfect Wedding Venue & Stay at Windermere HouseWe had a wonderful weekend stay at Windermere House celebrating a family wedding at the golf course. The experience exceeded our expectations. The buffet breakfast was beautifully displayed and had a great fresh variety of choices, both hot and cold. The staff was very attentive and professional from the front desk to the dining room staff. Dining on the terrace was perfect with the Muskoka views to the delicious menu items. We will return! Thank you!We had a wonderful weekend stay at Windermere House celebrating a family wedding at the golf course. The experience exceeded our expectations. The buffet breakfast was beautifully displayed and had a great fresh variety of choices, both hot and cold. The staff was very attentive and professional from the front desk to the dining room staff. Dining on the terrace was perfect with the Muskoka views to the delicious menu items. We will return! Thank you!
- FFrancesco Ferrara16/08/2024Beautiful Lakefront Wedding VenueBeautiful Lakefront Wedding Venue*Attended a weekend wedding* Pros: Amazing location steps away from the water that provides a beautiful view day or night. Offers a calm and relaxing atmosphere to unwind and enjoy what ever you have planned. When turned into a wedding venue the location is large enough to accommodate a LARGE volume of guests. Food at the windermere house was fantastic. Both during the wedding and when ordered at the restaurant/bar area. Rooms seemed spacious and clean. Cons: None?*Attended a weekend wedding* Pros: Amazing location steps away from the water that provides a beautiful view day or night. Offers a calm and relaxing atmosphere to unwind and enjoy what ever you have planned. When turned into a wedding venue the location is large enough to accommodate a LARGE volume of guests. Food at the windermere house was fantastic. Both during the wedding and when ordered at the restaurant/bar area. Rooms seemed spacious and clean. Cons: None?
