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Reconnect with nature at Tall Pines Nature Retreats, where a hand-painted yurt with a private hot tub awaits in a forest sanctuary on a riverside horticultural farm. Stargaze by the fire, relax beneath intricate ceiling art, or explore a magical riverside. Paddle, swim, or float with seasonal use of canoe, kayak, SUPs or snowshoes. This is a registered agri-tourism farm offering a nature and wellness retreat.
The space
La Rouge Yurt is a traditional Mongolian Ger (yurt) featuring a hand painted 7’ ceiling with skylight and includes everything you need for a retreat in the forest:
- Accommodation for 2 adults
- Private hot tub
- Private outdoor space
- Queen bed with down duvet & 4 pillows
- High quality white cotton linens
- Towels, spa robes and sandals
- Outdoor toilet (no plumbing)
- Outdoor BBQ with side burner
- Outdoor fire pit/bowl
- Complimentary firewood
- Indoor fireplace (electric)
- Kitchenette with cooking essentials
- Indoor induction kettle for hot water
- Sink with drain and water dispenser
- Mini fridge
- Starbucks instant coffee
- Selection of teas
- Canoe (seasonal)*
- Double kayak & single kayak (seasonal)*
- Stand Up Paddle Boards (seasonal)*
- Two pairs of snowshoes (seasonal)
*paddling season typically runs from mid May to mid October
IMPORTANT PLEASE NOTE:
Please be aware that this is a nature experience, and while it is designed for your comfort, it does not have all the basics of home, specifically:
1)The off grid power supply is very limited, use of additional electrical devices is strictly prohibited due to risk of fire (no hairdryers, cooking appliances, personal heaters, etc.). There is an outlet for cell phone charging only.
2) Cooking is not permitted inside the yurt
3) There is no running water, natural mineral water from a drilled well is provided in a large glass dispenser with 20L of extra supply. There is a kettle to boil water and a sink with drain for basic washing inside the yurt. There is an empty bin for dirty dishes and dishwashing service included for the end of your stay.
3) The toilet is a traditional outhouse, located in a small building ~40’ from the yurt, it is clean and well lit, but is rustic and not heated so expect to minimize time spent there ;)
4) There is no regular shower. Two 9.5 litre refillable camping shower bags provided for use in the hot tub gazebo on the shower platform.
Guest access
Tall Pines Nature Retreats is located about 1 km off County Road 503, with a paved, well-maintained road accessible year-round. Guests access the yurt via a flat, seasonal walk-in trail approximately 300 feet from the designated parking area.
Nature retreat guests have access to shared trails, waterfront and sitting areas throughout the five acre property.
There are two yurts at Tall Pines Nature Retreats. La Rouge sits on its own very private half acre tucked in the woods on the far side of the property. The other yurt (L’Orange) is approximately 300’ feet away separated by mature forest. Both yurts have been designed with utmost attention to detail for your privacy so you will be totally immersed in nature. See https://airbnb.ca/lorangeyurt for details on the other yurt.
There is a boutique horticulture farm on the property that specializes in plants and herbs. A seasonal farm stand (May-October) is located near the roadside where you can purchase fresh eggs, maple syrup, plants and herbs.
Freshly laid, organic, forest free range eggs are available at the stand or pre-order to have them inside your yurt upon arrival ($3 half dz).
You will encounter chickens, dwarf goats and alpacas, they are all very friendly and like to meet new people :)
We welcome your inquiries and look forward to hosting you!
Other things to note
Adults Only:
Tall Pines Nature Retreats is for adults only, the accommodations are not suitable for children or infants.
Parking and access:
Guests need to use a groomed walking trail to access the yurt from the parking area (~300ft). A utility cart is provided to easily transport items from your vehicle. During winter, a sled is provided and warm boots and outerwear are strongly recommended.
Heating in the yurt:
There is an electric fireplace and during winter months, a secondary ceramic electric heater that keep the place nice and warm. The yurt is made in Mongolia and designed for keeping warm in harsh winters.
Cooling in the yurt:
Fans are provided during summer months.
Cleaning & preparation:
We take great care to provide an exceptionally clean space. Our cleaning and preparation process includes the following:
* • launder all linens (bath towels, robes, pillowcases, duvet cover, bedsheets, mats face, hand and kitchen towels)
* • clean & sanitize the washroom fixtures and surfaces
* • clean & sanitize the kitchen fixtures and surfaces
* • vacuum and clean flooring
* • disinfect the air in the yurt
* • clean & prepare the private outdoor space
* • clean & sanitize used dishes and cooking utensils
* • clean & prepare the hot tub & private outdoor space
* • removal and disposal of all garbage and recycling
We welcome your inquiries and look forward to hosting you!
