Retreat Season
Up to six guests at the Lakehouse.
The Wilson Retreat
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Arrive, settle in, and discover the details have already been taken care of.
The freedom of a private Lakehouse, with the thoughtful touches of five-star hospitality—freshly made beds, coffee waiting, and comforts that make your time on Canning Lake feel effortless.
Lake Season
Up to eight guests with Cedars Bunkie.
Linens & TowelsMaster BedroomKitchen & CoffeeEveryday ComfortsIndoor EnjoymentOutdoor Living
Uncompromising comfort
All Included With Every Stay
We believe luxury means never having to worry about the small details. Every stay at The Wilson Retreat includes:
Wireless Internet
Stay connected throughout your getaway.
House-Blend Coffee & Tea
Coffee, teas and the hot chocolate station included.
Fresh Linens & Towel Sets
Made beds, face cloths, hand towels and beach towels.
Bathroom & Body Essentials
Shampoo, conditioner, body soap and shower gel.
Paddleboards & Outdoor Games
Paddleboards, outdoor ping pong and cornhole.
Firewood for Your Stay
One bag per stay; two bags for a week-long stay.
Complimentary Parking
Driveway parking for up to four cars.
Laundry Facilities
Washing machine, clothes dryer and drying rack.
Everyday comfort. Thoughtful safety.
Air conditioning in every room, electric baseboard heating, four fireplaces, an equipped kitchen and a hairdryer. Smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors and fire extinguishers are on site.
A warm welcome
Freshly made. Thoughtfully prepared.
Your beds are freshly made when you arrive, with prepared towel baskets waiting for you. There’s no need to pack bedding or towels.
- Bath towels, hand towels and face cloths in prepared baskets
- Beach towels for days by the lake
- Extra pillows and blankets in every bedroom
- Clothing storage, hangers and room-darkening shades
Your quiet morning
Coffee on the balcony.
Wake early without disturbing the rest of the house. The master bedroom has its own coffee and tea station, a mini beverage fridge, and a balcony with chairs and blankets.
- In-room coffee and tea station with included Keurig pods
- Mini beverage fridge, with milk and cream provided
- Space in the fridge for your own wine or juices
- Balcony chairs and blankets
- Desk and workspace
- Television with Amazon Fire TV Stick
Cedars Bunkie also has its own coffee station.
For the love of food
A kitchen made for cooking.
Curated by a chef with more than 30 years of experience, the kitchen invites you to cook, gather and enjoy. Your coffee, tea and hot chocolate station are included.
Appliances & cookware
- Stove, refrigerator and dishwasher
- Blender, Cuisinart chopper and coffee bean grinder
- Bread maker and Dutch oven for bread baking
- Granitestone Piezano portable 12-inch electric pizza maker
- Coffee maker and Fellow tea kettle
- Plates, cutlery and kitchenware
- A kitchen book explaining how to use the appliances
- Dining room bar and bar fridge for your own beverages
Coffee, breakfast & shared staples
- Our house-blend coffee, teas and hot chocolate
- Breakfast station with oatmeal and Cream of Wheat
- Milk, cream, sugar and sweetener
- Butter, peanut butter and jams
- Seasonal communal pantry items, with opened shared items kept in the refrigerator
The practical details
Comfort, taken care of.
The main-floor shower, toiletries, laundry facilities and everyday comforts are ready for you.
Bathroom & household essentials
- Shampoo, conditioner, body soap and shower gel
- Hand soaps, hand cream, tissues and makeup wipes
- Hairdryer
- Washing machine, clothes dryer and clothing drying rack
- Cleaning supplies provided by Guests on Earth
- A welcome book with house rules and code of conduct
- Wilson Retreat signature candles to enjoy during your stay
Stay in, switch off
Rainy days have their own kind of magic.
Lower the Haliburton Room’s blinds for a movie-theatre atmosphere, choose a record, or settle in with a book or game.
- Card games, board games and the Reese’s Book Club bookcase
- Record player with a collection of records
- A cosy fur-beanbag workspace with a lift-top coffee table
- Televisions with Amazon Fire TV Sticks in the master bedroom, Haliburton Room and main-floor bedroom
- Complimentary movies and a selection of channels already set up
- Sign in to your own Netflix, Prime or Apple account
- Satellite television and an indoor/outdoor stereo system
Life by the lake
Make the most of the outdoors.
Paddle, play, lounge and gather around the fire. The retreat’s outdoor spaces are part of your stay.
- Paddleboards and beach chairs
- Outdoor ping pong table and cornhole
- Deck, outdoor seating and dining spaces
- Outdoor cooking area
- Lakeside dock and fire pit
Your firewood allowance: one complimentary bag per stay, or two bags for a week-long stay.
A little extra
Included comforts. Optional treats.
The Communal Pantry of Local Goods
A seasonal selection, curated and hand-selected for flavours we think you simply have to try. Our shared pantry changes with the season, offering a taste of the place and a few lovely discoveries along the way.
Shared kitchen staples and the communal pantry items provided for your stay are complimentary. Opened shared items are kept in the refrigerator, ready for you to enjoy.
Wilson & Co. Pantry
Our on-site general store offers additional local treats, homemade favourites, artisan goods and thoughtful comforts to purchase.
Frozen breads are available as an add-on. Signature candles are available to purchase if you’d like one to take home.
Come for the lake. Stay for the experience.
Be our Guest.