The Briars Resort & Spa

Another World on Lake Simcoe…

Historic and completely full-service, The Briars is a one-of-a-kind private lakeside retreat. This is what a resort getaway should be, starting with lush lawns, beautiful gardens and stunning Lake Simcoe. The Briars has been here for 165 years, long enough to develop a unique and thorough understanding of what it means to be relaxed and entertained. Here, activities come naturally from canoeing and kayaking to yoga classes, guided nature walks and Saturday evening dinner-dances; its Red Barn Theater hosts summer nightly entertainment. You’ll also find a par-72 championship golf course, beach and full-service spa, and just the guest room, cottage or private lodge for you and your group.

Family

The family fun never stops at The Briars. You can play tennis, badminton or basketball. Go mountain biking, kayaking or cross country skiing. Championship golf and spa treatments are par for the course here, and kids love the pools, beach volleyball, game room and paddleboats.

Golf

As a guest at The Briars, you’ll have access to one of Ontario’s finest private golf clubs. This 18-hole Scottish woodlands-style championship course has been a resort tradition since 1922. Its lush fairways are lined by century-old evergreens and a pro shop staffed by four golf pros is onsite.

Historical

Recognized by the Ontario Heritage Foundation for its historic significance, The Briars has 165 years of tradition. You’ll find much of what made it famous in the 1800s, such as its glorious cedar hedges and Ontario’s only peacock house, along with another world of comfort and recreation.

Romantic

Romance is not just “in the air” at The Briars. It’s in the lush gardens and along the fairways. It’s in couples massages or dips in the whirlpool. It’s in Saturday evening dinner-dances or rousing games of beach volleyball. This resort has also hosted dream weddings for decades.

Cabins And Cottages

From guestrooms and studios to two-bedroom cottages, The Briars has a variety of lodging options for couples, families and large groups. Enjoy spacious interiors, fireplaces, refrigerators, and decks that look out onto the garden, lake or golf course.

Inns And B & B's

Inviting inn-style rooms at The Briars feature balconies or patios and bright yet soothing décor and interior design including either a big comfy chair, love seat sofa bed or a two-seater sofa bed. Some feature wood-burning fireplaces, and all accompany the resort’s guestrooms, studios and suites.

Lodges

These four-, seven- and ten-bedroom private lodges are ideal for groups and events, each with a deck overlooking the lake, daily housekeeping service and the most modern amenities plus full access to all that The Briars has to offer.

Activities

Amenities

Conferences

Discover the stress-free meeting environment of The Briars, where professional meeting coordinators can help you plan golf, spa treatments and team building experiences.

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Weddings

The Briars is a distinctive heritage resort with divine cuisine, a variety of lodging options, and beautiful ceremony and reception locations along the shores of Lake Simcoe.

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