DISCOVER THE AREA

discover the magical towns surrounding our Lakeside Retreat

Whether you have packed up all of your goodies but forgot a bottle of wine, or want to spend time in town after being on the lake all day, we’ve got you covered! We have compiled local favorite places for you to eat, shop and play to enhance your time with us.

Close-up of a burger with lettuce, tomato, onion, melted cheese, bacon, crispy fried onion rings, and sauce in a bun, served on restaurant paper.

WHERE TO EAT

Wine shop with wine bottles displayed on shelves, wine racks, and a small table with wine-related signs and merchandise.

WHERE TO SHOP

A winding wooden boardwalk in a field with trees showing fall colors and a forested hillside in the background under a partly cloudy sky, with a few people walking along the boardwalk.

WHERE TO PLAY

A large building made of wood with a metal roof, surrounded by a grassy area with small trees and picnic tables, set against a backdrop of trees and hills under a partly cloudy sky.

WORTH THE DRIVE

OUR FAVORITE LOCAL FINDS

Overcast sky over a lake with rocks and trees along the shoreline, distant forested islands visible across the water.

Chamberlain-Reynolds Forest

A paved bike lane with white directional arrows and 'BICYCLE ONLY' markings, a chain-link fence on the right, green trees overhead, and a flower bed with colorful flowers on the left.

Lakes Region Bike Trails

Colorful vintage mountain train on a wooden track with scenic mountain background

The Cog Railway

Person with a backpack hiking on a mossy forest trail surrounded by tall trees.

AMC Trails