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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Can we bring our pet?
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Yes, your dog or cat is welcome but please try to remove the animal hair before you leave. Thanks

Q. Can we smoke in the cottage?
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No, we prefer that you ask smokers to smoke outside. We are very allergic to cigarette smoke and it is hard to get the smell out of the cottage

Q. Will linens/towels be provided?
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Most people prefer to bring their own linen but if you need some we can provide it for you. If we do, we ask that you launder it before you leave. You will need to bring your own towels.

Q. Will we need to bring dishes and cutlery?
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No we provide everything you need in the kitchen except consumables. Bring your own paper towel, dishwasher detergent etc.

Q. Is the water safe to drink?
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Lorimer is a very clean lake but we recommend you use the water cooler provided for drinking water.

Q. Is the lake water nice to swim in?
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Yes, it is a beautiful clean lake

Q. Is there a shallow area for young children?
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Yes, we have a small beach at the dock.

Q. Is the water deep enough to dive in off the dock?
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Yes, you can dive in off the floating dock.

Q. Is there good fishing on Lake Lorimer?
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Yes, the lake has very good fishing.

Q. Should we bring our food up with us or buy it up there?
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We have three supermarkets in Parry Sound and Sobey’s is open 24 hours in the summer months. We recommend you shop for food when you arrive. In high season there is also a small convenience store in Orrville, which is only 15 minutes away.

Q. What are the best restaurants?
A. Bay St. Café overlooking the Parry Sound dock, The Log Cabin (Burtons) and The Inn at Manitou. There is also a small restaurant in Orrville.

Cottage Snapshots

For a quick glance at our cottage, please feel free to click on any of the photos below.