southview cottages resort
bailieboro, ON
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Southview Cottages is a family-friendly lakefront resort on Rice Lake in The Kawarthas, Ontario, featuring over 50 two- and three-bedroom cottages on 60 acres with 1800 feet of shoreline. Operating for nearly 70 years as a third-generation family-owned resort, it is located 90 minutes from Toronto and offers traditional Canadian cottage experiences with amenities including sandy beaches, playgrounds, boat rentals, and an outdoor pool.
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Established approximately 1954 · Serving Rice Lake, Ontario, The Kawarthas, Bailieboro area, 20 minutes from Peterborough
Additional information extracted from the firm's public website. Last updated: August 6, 2026
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