We loved our stay at Montario Point. As with all Lake Ontario shore experiences, it is very ocean-like (minus the salt). This particular beach is very unspoiled: only a few homes visible in the distance and adjoins undeveloped state land (some of it protected bird nesting area) but you can walk for miles on this beach. We saw a bald eagle here, as well as the more common terns and ring-billed gulls.
The water is shallow enough for all ages to enjoy. Kayaking opportunities abound, as the beach is adjacent to an inlet that leads to a beautiful, meandering pond. You can observe beaver, heron, belted kingfisher, killdeer and cedar waxwings among others.
The house has a generous amount of space and flexible sleeping space, as well as a large screened porch that accommodates at least 10 for eating. In addition there is other seating at counter/table in the house proper.
While this house does not sit directly on the sand, it is an enjoyable stroll through the back yard and some adjacent woods and then over a sand dune (when you approach the dune and get that 1st glimpse of the Lake it takes your breath away) and then you are at the beach! This is barely a five minute slow walk or just a couple minutes if you are quick, from house to beach. There is also a path to beach via road if you need a level walk.
The back yard is deep and lovely with 2 fire pits and deck over-looking all. (Large picnic table with umbrella and 2 additional chairs on deck). Birdsong is heard all day, especially a very vocal eastern wood peewee that even sang well after dark!
We formerly rented directly on Lake Ontario beach a few miles from this location and while we did miss the lake view from inside (if it’s wavy you can still hear the Lake) , the “back to nature” beach, kayaking and luxury of space inside more than made up for it.
We hope to make this special place a new tradition!