This year, I wanted to check out the place where they held the G8 summit a few years back. Hey, if this was good enough for the world leaders, it must be good. Anyway, we checked in at Deerhurst just before 2pm. Our 2-bedroom condo rental was ready so we drove up to our condo (a short drive from the main Pavilion) and settled in. There was a full service kitchen with a fridge and stove and complete with plates, utensils, pots and pans! Ideal for folks staying longer, there were also a dishwasher and a washer/dryer inside the unit. Coffee maker, toaster, microwave and hot water kettle were also available.
Maybe 15 years ago, this was a luxury condo. But by this time, it really needed to be renovated. The TVs were not yet flat screen, the wall paper was faded and the overall feel of the place was old. It was cozy and clean, but was in need of an update. Surely the Summit lodges where the world leaders stayed were much better. Right?
Anyway, after settling in, we promptly headed for the Golf Academy to borrow gear for winter activities. Grandma stayed in the room to relax. They have a spa in the Pavilion but it was pretty pricey. It was our first time to do Cross-Country skiing. After borrowing our skis and poles, we set off for the trails. It was so much fun, even if I couldn’t master the small slopes. Sigh, I feel old. But I was so happy to see the kids getting the hang of it after just a while. DD#1 kept going back up the slopes as she enjoyed going downhill! I know this is not something to be proud of, but I think I am at the same level as my 5-year-old. Hubby thinks she is better. Whatever. It was fun! And really, they had to thank me for taking photos, while trying to learn to ski at the same time! That multitasking ought to count for more in my opinion!
After about 2 hours, we traded in our skis for skates. The girls couldn’t manage their helmets so I wouldn’t allow them out to the frozen bay. It would have been nice if they had experienced skating in an outdoor rink. But well, no helmet, no skating for them. So instead, we grabbed some dinner back at the condo and then headed back to the Pavilion for some indoor swimming. The swimming area was recently renovated, at least. There was a lifeguard on duty and the heated pool was clean. Can’t say much for the changing rooms but I loved the hot tub. It was perfect for getting the chill out of me. The pool was a bit deep for the girls, even in the designated shallow area, but I am happy to say swimming lessons have paid off.
After a relaxing night with wine (and hot chocolate for the girls) by the fireplace, we all retired to our rooms (one room shared by Grandma and the girls and the other for me and hubby) and slept in the comfy bed.
The next day brought another great adventure. We went snowshoeing right after breakfast. Everyone agreed it was not as fun as Cross country skiing but this time, I had no slopes to conquer. Ha!
They have other winter activities for a fee—dog sledding, carriage rides, horseback riding, snowmobile adventures. All these had to be booked in the Activity desk.
We, however, ended up doing something indoors for another activity DD#2 had never done before—rock climbing! DD#1 climbed the wall like a pro (at least for the easy wall :P) and DD#2 almost reached the top—just two rocks away! They had way too much fun that they didn’t even ask if they can go to the arcade next door. Joy! By the end of this activity, it was time to check out.
It was a good, memorable trip for us. A tricky drive back home, but fun, nonetheless. As for Deerhurst, they seem to have more summer activities than winter ones--a good reason to come back. It is a nice enough place to check out but should be updated soon.
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