Port Carling, ON
Sherwood Inn
Muskoka's Lake Joseph lakeside inn since 1939: Within Spa, private beach, award-winning wine, and the unhurried pace of traditional Muskoka hospitality in Port Carling
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Inside Sherwood Inn
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01 - Arrive
The place itself
02 - Feel
Why it is different
Lake Joseph private beach
Direct waterfront access on one of Muskoka's Big Three lakes — private beach, canoes, kayaks, and SUPs for all resort guests on a lake with genuinely superlative water and scenery.
Within Life Enhancement Spa
A personalised spa experience — professional massage, signature Tranquility Within Facial, and skin care treatments by appointment in a Muskoka lakeside setting.
Since 1939 — the Muskoka original
Over 85 years of continuous operation on Lake Joseph, the inn's heritage architecture and pine-framed waterfront are the Muskoka lakeside experience undiluted.
Award-winning restaurant and wine cellar
Open to resort guests and the public — a dining destination on Lake Joseph with a wine cellar assembled over decades and a kitchen that takes its Muskoka address seriously.
Four-season Muskoka activity
Canoes and kayaks in summer, Muskoka autumn colour in September, cross-country skis in winter — Sherwood earns its year-round operation with genuine seasonal depth.
03 - Live here
How the days go
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Arrival on Lake Joseph
The drive north through the Muskoka corridor, pine trees tightening along the highway, resolves at Sherwood Road and the first sight of Lake Joseph through the trees — one of Muskoka's three premier lakes in full view.
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The Within Life Enhancement Spa
Book the Tranquility Within Facial — back and neck massage followed by the customised Glow Within Facial — or choose from the spa's menu of massage therapies and skin treatments. Advance booking required; call 705-646-0555.
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On Lake Joseph
Take a kayak or canoe from the private beach and paddle the pine-fringed shores of Lake Joseph — the experience of being on a Big Three Muskoka lake from a private property, unhurried, with nowhere to be.
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Muskoka trails and courts
Hike the pine forest trails on the property, play tennis or pickleball on the resort courts, or explore the Muskoka landscape on a fat bike in season — activity at the pace of the landscape.
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Dinner and the wine cellar
The Sherwood Inn restaurant is open to guests and the public — a serious dining room with an award-winning wine cellar assembled over decades of Muskoka hospitality.
04 - Stay
Ways to stay
Overnight Inn Stay
From ~CAD $250/night — confirm at sherwoodinn.ca
Inn room or suite on Lake Joseph with full resort amenity access — beach, canoes, kayaks, tennis — plus restaurant dining on property.
Book this packageCouples Retreat Package
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Romantic Muskoka package combining lakeside accommodation, canoe or kayak access on Lake Joseph, spa treatments, and dining at the inn restaurant.
Book this packageCouples Golf Package
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Accommodation at Sherwood Inn plus rounds at the Lake Joseph Club and Rocky Crest Golf Club, two of the Muskoka region's championship courses.
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05 - Know
Before you go
Sherwood Inn is at 1090 Sherwood Road, Port Carling, ON P0B 1J0. From Toronto: take Highway 400 North to Highway 169 West toward Port Carling, then follow local roads to Sherwood Road, approximately 2 hours. Free on-site parking. No public transit to the property — a car is required.
Stay for
2-night minimum for summer weekends; 3-night minimum for long weekends — confirm at sherwoodinn.ca.
Children
Sherwood Inn accommodates family guests. Contact the property to confirm suitability for specific group configurations.
If plans change
1-night deposit required at reservation. See sherwoodinn.ca for current cancellation terms.
Where is Sherwood Inn located?
Sherwood Inn is at 1090 Sherwood Road, Port Carling, Ontario P0B 1J0 — on the shores of Lake Joseph, one of Muskoka's Big Three lakes, approximately 2 hours north of Toronto via Highway 400 and 169.
How long has Sherwood Inn been operating?
Sherwood Inn has been welcoming guests since 1939, making it one of Muskoka's most established lakeside inns. The property has operated continuously for over 85 years on Lake Joseph.
What is the Within Life Enhancement Spa?
Within is Sherwood Inn's on-site spa, offering professional massage, skin care, and signature facial treatments. The signature service is the Tranquility Within Facial — a back and neck massage followed by the customised Glow Within Facial. Appointment booking available at 705-646-0555. The spa operates by appointment; book in advance when planning your stay.
What lake activities are available at Sherwood Inn?
Sherwood offers a private Lake Joseph beach with access to canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards for all resort guests. Fat bikes are available seasonally for trail riding in the Muskoka pine forest. Cross-country ski rentals are available in winter. Tennis and pickleball courts round out the active amenities.
What accommodation options does Sherwood Inn offer?
Sherwood has 49 rooms across four categories: standard Resort Rooms (main inn, first floor), Premium Inn Rooms (second floor, lake views), Inn Suites (largest room with sitting area), Premium Beachfront Rooms (wood-burning fireplace, lake-facing), and the Boathouse — the inn's signature water-facing room for special occasions. All rooms include 32-inch TV, Wi-Fi, bathrobes, coffee maker, and air conditioning.
Is Sherwood Inn good for a Muskoka wedding?
Sherwood Inn offers exclusive-use weddings — no other guests on property on your wedding day, transforming the entire inn into a private Muskoka resort. This 'inn buyout' format creates an unusually intimate and private wedding experience on Lake Joseph. In-house catering and coordination services are available.
Is Sherwood Inn open year-round?
Sherwood is open May through October for all guests, seven days a week. From November through April, the property is available for individual room bookings on weekends and holidays, and for group bookings seven days a week. Confirm current seasonal availability at sherwoodinn.ca.
How do I book at Sherwood Inn?
Book rooms directly at sherwoodinn.ca (maximum 6 months in advance for individual rooms). For spa appointments, call the Within Spa at 705-646-0555. For group bookings and weddings, contact the property directly.
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06 - Go
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