• Cottage resort located inside Algonquin Park
• Luxurious log cabin waterfront cottage rentals
• Family holidays, romantic getaways, wedding & group facilities
• Gourmet dining right in Algonquin Park

If you are unable to contact Bartlett Lodge at (705) 633-5543 or 1-866-614-5355 please call (705) 633-5746.

Since 1917, Bartlett Lodge has been an Algonquin Park cottage resort landmark. Centrally located on Algonquin Park's Cache Lake, about halfway between the East and West Gates on Highway 60, east of Huntsville and the Muskoka Lakes, Bartlett Lodge resort is a brief boat ride from the Landing.

Like all Algonquin Park Lakes, peace and quiet abounds on Cache Lake. The magic begins the moment you step aboard the boat that takes you across the lake to Bartlett Lodge, an Ontario resort rich in Algonquin Park history. As the boat leaves Cache Lake Landing, you will be entering another world - a world where tranquility and nature blend with comfort and luxury. With only 38 resort guests, Bartlett Lodge can extend to their guests the same level of personal service and attention to detail found at the finest Muskoka resorts. Tastefully decorated with comfort in mind, our lakefront cottages are well appointed with many thoughtful items such as a coffee maker, bar fridge, and even their own canoe. In keeping with our goal to make your Algonquin Park vacation as restful and relaxing as possible, you will not find telephones or televisions in any of our Algonquin Park cabins.

Bartlett Lodge exudes a rugged Ontario wilderness ambiance that is uniquely upscale. Rustic, yet offering all the creature comforts that one would expect from a fine Algonquin lodge, we are an eco-friendly Ontario resort located within the borders of world famous Algonquin Provincial Park. Bartlett Lodge offers exceptional lakefront cottage rentals and fine dining in a pristine wilderness setting. Open seasonally, Bartlett Lodge is a Modified American Plan cottage resort and is ideal for family vacations, romantic couples, weddings and group functions.

For the more adventurous vacationer looking for an unforgettable Algonquin Park camping experience, Bartlett Lodge has reintroduced one of the original forms of Algonquin park accommodations - platform tenting. Bartlett's two platform tents, situated in a secluded corner of the resort, are fully furnished open-air tents built on study wooden platforms that allow guests to experience camping in the great outdoors in comfort. In the morning, a deluxe breakfast is served in the main lodge dining room. A truly unique Muskoka getaway, an Algonquin Tent and Breakfast Stay at Bartlett Lodge offers a taste of Algonquin Park history and can be enjoyed by guests of all ages.

In 1997, Kim & Marilyn Smith assumed ownership of Bartlett Lodge resort. Since that time, this Ontario resort has undergone extensive and exciting renovations. Kim & Marilyn, also the owners of Camp Tanamakoon for girls in Algonquin Park, have always been sensitive to the history, environment and intimacy of Bartlett Lodge and the surrounding Algonquin Park area. The renovations reflect careful planning involving a unique combination of preserving the past and meeting the needs of today's travelers. Choosing to stay with us in our wild, yet sensitive environment, tells us that you share our concern for the environment. It is all of our responsibility to work toward a cleaner environment. The well earned reputation for superb cuisine makes a visitor's stay unsurpassed in excellence! The friendly and enthusiastic staff will bring warmth and gentle attention to every detail of your vacation with us.

We invite you to browse our web site and find out what makes this quaint northern Algonquin Park cottage resort one of Ontario's unique treasures.  

If you are considering a family vacation, group event or couples escape weekend - why not experience the true tranquility and majesty of Algonquin Provincial Park. There are very few resorts situated right in Algonquin Park and Bartlett Lodge stands out with high quality resort accommodation amenities and gourmet dining influenced by our wilderness setting. Bartlett Lodge offers an "in Park" holiday that almost guarantees wildlife viewing and the chance to relax in a true world class unspoiled wilderness setting. Why do Bartlett guests travel from across the world to vacation here? Because there is nowhere else like it and Algonquin Park is one of the few places on the planet that looks much like it did hundreds of years ago!

Resort weddings at Bartlett Lodge are very special indeed. Bartlett's beautiful private location provides a wonderful backdrop for a wedding that is sure to be a dream come true for any bride. We have hosted many weddings and small group functions at the lodge. Consider Bartlett Lodge for your company's next small conference, seminar, team-building getaway, or corporate retreat. Bartlett's quiet setting is the ideal place to get the job done, while our spectacular cuisine, comfortable accommodations and many onsite recreational amenities are sure to please everyone in your company. We would be pleased to email you our wedding information. Let our wedding specialists assist you in planning your ideal resort wedding. Whatever wedding style is right for you, be it a small intimate wedding, an elegant afternoon wedding, a casual outdoor wedding, a formal wedding with gourmet dinner or an entire weekend wedding celebration - we can tailor the perfect wedding package just for you. Our chef and staff are committed to insure that every detail is taken care of so that the bride and groom can just relax enjoy their wedding day.

Over the years, Bartlett Lodge has hosted many small business functions. Our staff would be pleased to create a custom package catered to fulfill your individual needs and surpass all your expectations. For your next Ontario conference or small convention, consider offering your delegates a conference venue that is truly unique - one that they will talk about for years to come. Bartlett Lodge's quiet and private wilderness setting, award-winning gourmet cuisine and impeccable personalized service combine to create a lakeside conference resort fitting for the most discriminating of cliental. As well, Bartlett Lodge is the ideal Algonquin Park venue for any type of group getaway or group event in Algonquin Park, from a family reunion to a small group convention. Please call us to discuss your next Muskoka group getaway. Your guests will love our rustic, yet extremely comfortable and lavishly equipped accommodations, our famous 5 course dinner, and everyone in your party will be especially impressed with our beautiful and truly unique Algonquin Park location. You will be pleasantly surprised by our affordable pricing.

Bartlett Lodge is a three season resort, open from May to October. While summer is a fabulous time for a Bartlett Lodge vacation, the swing seasons of spring and fall are also the perfect time to visit Ontario cottage country for a midweek getaway or a fall colours escape. During the spring and fall, Algonquin Park and the surrounding Muskoka and Haliburton tourist regions are less crowded with visitors, making for a more peaceful and relaxing Algonquin Park vacation. Spring is the best time for observing Algonquin Park wildlife, with deer, moose and bear returning from their winter haunts. For spectacular scenery, Algonquin Park autumn colours can't be beat. Breathtaking displays of brilliant colour are the highlight of any Ontario fall vacation in the Algonquin Park area.

Algonquin park fishing is at its best during the months of spring. In Cache Lake, species such as Speckled or Brook trout, Smallmouth bass, Pickerel and Lake trout are found in abundance. Your Bartlett cottage rental comes with the use of a canoe. Kayaks and paddleboats are also available to guests. Non-motorized fishing is an ideal way of getting in touch with nature. Fishing from a canoe can be very rewarding. According to local Algonquin guides, some of the largest recorded Speckled trout, Lake trout and Pickerel in Ontario were caught from Algonquin Park lakes. Be sure to bring your fishing license and fishing gear to catch the next big one.

For the fourth year in a row, Bartlett Lodge has been voted MUSKOKA'S BEST ACCOMMODATION-RESORT AND LODGE by the readers of THE MUSKOKAN. Considering the number for fine resort properties that are located in Muskoka, this award is indeed a great honour. To enjoy Algonquin Park dining at its finest, Bartlett Lodge offers the ultimate in innovative contemporary cuisine. For the past 5 years, Bartlett Lodge's lakeside dining room has earned a stellar reputation as the very best place to enjoy fine dining in cottage country. A Modified American Plan resort, guests at Bartlett enjoy a delicious breakfast each morning and a gourmet dinner each night. As well as serving our own resort guests, our dining room is open each evening to Algonquin Park visitors and Muskoka cottagers. Casually elegant, Bartlett's Algonquin Park restaurant, offers a reasonably priced 5 course fixed price menu that presents diners with a mouthwatering choice of delectable appetizers, entrees and desserts. Bartlett's chefs prepare a wide selection of creative menu items that change daily. Join us for the very best in Algonquin Park fine dining and discover why an evening at Bartlett Lodge is a "not to be missed" night out. Our well praised Executive Chef Daniel Thorne has returned for his third season, as well as Sous Chef Andrew Reive for his fifth. Together with their team, they have developed and maintained a culinary repertoire of regional and international dishes, featuring entrees such as pistachio and cherry crusted Australian lamb rack, pan seared barramundi, and grilled Black Angus beef tenderloin. As an environmentally responsible resort, we support the locavore or local food movement, and whenever possible, purchase local and provincial ingredients, supplied by small specialty producers. Fine Algonquin Park dining is just a short boat ride away. To hail the Bartlett water taxi, a direct telephone to the lodge is located at Cache Lake landing. Dinner reservations are required for dinner guests not staying at the lodge.

Located between Georgian Bay and the Ottawa River in central Ontario, Algonquin Provincial Park covers approximately 7630 square kilometres of forest, lakes, and rivers. Significant for its role in Canada's natural and cultural heritage, Algonquin Park is also an important biological and environmental research centre. Home to thousands of different plant and animal species, Algonquin's wide variety of natural habitat provides a safe refuge for wildlife and a wonderful opportunity for naturalists, photographers and bird watchers. When it was established in 1893, Canada's first provincial park was visited by mostly by a few adventurous campers and fishermen. After regular train service was established, many more park visitors made the journey, to camp or to stay at one of several Algonquin Park hotels that were built to accommodate the influx of tourists. The Park's most famous early visitors were artist Tom Thomson and The Group of Seven, who ventured far into the Park to painting their famous Algonquin Park landscapes. Today, although most visitors to Algonquin Park arrive by car, the Park looks much as it did one hundred years ago. Visitors to this designated Canadian Historical Site are invited to tour the Algonquin Visitors Centre, the Algonquin Logging Museums and the Algonquin Art Centre, as well hike or bike along its many marked trails.

At Kilometre 43 along the main corridor of Algonquin Park sits the Algonquin Park Visitors Centre. Opened in 1993 to celebrate the Park's 100th anniversary and the entire Ontario provincial park system, the Visitors Centre offers something of interest for every member of the family. Here, Algonquin Park visitors will find world class exhibits that present a fascinating glimpse into the Park's storied past. The Park's natural and cultural history comes alive through the many educational displays that fill this impressive, bright and airy structure. A theater presentation further explores the Park's story in an entertaining fashion. The Algonquin Room at the Visitors Centre displays works of art and special exhibits, as well as hosting Algonquin Park special events. A bookstore, snack bar and seasonal restaurant can also be found here. The Algonquin Visitors Centre is opened daily from mid-April to October 31st and weekends only for the remained of the year.

At Kilometre 55, just inside the East Gate sits the Algonquin Park Logging Museum. Opened in 1992, the Logging Museum explores the history of logging in Algonquin Park and Ontario. Begin your visit with a fascinating film presentation that brings to life the history of logging in the area. A 1.3 km walking trail features a recreated logging camp, a steam-powered amphibious tug, logging equipment and interpretive panels about logging activities in the park. Open seasonally, the Algonquin Park Logging Museum is a not-to-be-missed Algonquin Park attraction that should be part of every Algonquin Park vacation.

At Bartlett Lodge, next to the comfort of our guests, protecting nature and preserving our environment is our top priority. We have implemented environmentally friendly and non-polluting practices and products into our day-to-day operations, including installing a peat moss septic system. As an eco-friendly resort, we are doing all that we can to reduce our carbon foot print. To this end, we have made a large investment in solar power installations that service the lodge and guest cabins. Decreasing our use of electricity, a solar thermal hot water system now provides hot water to our dining room. Our Silver Birches cabin contains a solar electric grid-tied system that provides power to the cabin and charges the batteries of our pontoon water taxi. Our Sunrise cabin is completely off grid. As well, all of the electricity that we do purchase is through Bull Frog Power, Ontario's only 100% green electric provider.

Always looking for ways to make Bartlett even more environmentally responsible, we have introduced a new type of environment friendly mattress in our Sunrise cabin. The new king sized foam mattress and box-spring in the Sunrise cabin are designed to use a special soya bean oil that replaces most of the traditional fossil fuels based raw materials. By utilizing this innovated new product, we can help to preserve our world by reducing the consumption of petrochemicals and increasing the use of crops harvested naturally. Soya bean oil production is more energy efficient then its synthetic counterparts, so that we also reduce the carbon footprint.

In September 2009, Bartlett Lodge was awarded the 2009 Sustainable Tourism Award of Excellence by the Ontario Tourism Marketing Partnership. The Ontario Tourism Awards celebrate excellence and innovation in the Ontario tourism industry. The award program features five marketing awards, two journalism awards and seven tourism industry awards of excellence. The awards recognize individuals and organizations that have successfully promoted Ontario as a must-see destination and are judged by an independent, third party panel of industry and marketing experts. Everyone at Bartlett Lodge feels honoured to have received the 2009 Sustainable Tourism Award of Excellence and tremendously proud to be recognized as an Ontario resort leader in sustainable, eco-friendly practices.