Muskoka Resorts - by Andrew Hind & Maria Da Silva (Paperback)

About the Book

Since the 1880s, people have travelled to Muskoka in search of solace and relaxation, enjoying the comfort and warm hospitality of resorts while revelling in the tranquil wilderness and refreshing lakes. Here the stories of twenty classic resorts are explored, some of which are thriving today while others are long gone but fondly remembered.

Book Synopsis

Since the 1880s, people have travelled to Muskoka in search of solace and relaxation, enjoying the comfortable confines and warm hospitality of resorts while at the same time reveling in the tranquil wilderness and refreshing lakes. Things haven't really changed all that much over the past century. Vacationers might access Muskoka faster today, and upon arrival find the available luxuries much more impressive, but the allure remains the same as when the tourism industry first exploded on the Muskoka scene. This northern playground grew in popularity during the 20th century. Hollywood stars, business tycoons, and celebrities from all walks of life soaked up everything the area offered. This storied past of carefree summers and timeless hospitality is the focus of Muskoka Resorts. Twenty classic resorts are explored, some of which are thriving today, such as Windermere House and Deerhurst, while others such as Limberlost and Bigwin Inn are long gone, though fondly remembered.

Review Quotes

"The books writing style is both whimsical and descriptive, attempting a delicate balance between history and storytelling."

-- "Muskoka Magazine"

"The history of Muskoka comes to life in this book, and the dozen resorts that defined the region, and made it a most sought-after tourist mecca."-- "Shelf Life"

Authors Andrew Hind and Maria DaSilva have captured the essence of Muskoka resorts, the character of their owners and their chequered histories over the past century.-- "Bradford/W.Gwillimbury Times"

An entertaining account of enterprising owners, affluent guests, tireless staff... and of leisurely summer days. It's an enjoyable and nostalgic journey for anyone who loves Muskoka.-- "The Real Muskoka Story Magazine"

About the Author

Andrew Hind and Maria Da Silva are freelance writers who live in Bradford, Ontario, and who have long vacationed in Muskoka. Both contribute regularly to regional publications such as The Muskokan, Muskoka Magazine, Muskoka Sun, and Muskoka Sideroads, and have written many travel articles on Muskoka resorts for newspapers and magazines both in Canada and abroad.