Location. The Carriage Hills and Carriage Ridge Resorts are located in the Horseshoe Valley just north of Barrie, Ontario. Guests can hit the fairways in the spring and summer at the Settler's Ghost Golf Club less than two miles away, and ski the slopes in the winter at the Moonstone or Snow Valley Ski Resorts. A five to ten minute drive will bring guests to country stores including a chocolate shop, antiques shop, art gallery, two fine pottery studios, and the Chappel Farms, a natural farm setting open spring through fall.
Hotel Features. These resorts have their own recreation center housing a heated indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, and a fitness and games/billiard room. From aqua aerobics to painting flowerpots and taking nature walks, the activities staff can help plan activities for the whole family. The Carriage Ridge Resort has its own high speed Internet café.
Guestrooms. Contemporary styled studio and one bedroom suites rooms are family friendly and group friendly, with plenty of room, gas fireplaces, jetted tubs, entertainment centers, fully appointed kitchens and private balconies. The two bedroom suites offer 1,200 square feet for guests with parties of up to eight. Spacious studios and one bedroom suites are complete with comfortable living areas, dining areas, fully appointed kitchens, soaking and jetted tubs, oversize shower stalls, cosmetic vanities, gas fireplaces, private balconies that overlook scenic common areas, and entertainment centers with oversized televisions, stereos and game consoles.
Expert Tip.The city of Barrie holds an annual festival on the waterfront called the "Kempenfest." The summer event on the Kempenfelt Bay features arts and crafts, antique shows, music and other entertainment, and great food.
Guests looking for a slow and relaxing vacation with family and friends will enjoy the country atmosphere and easy pace at the Carriage Hills and Carriage Ridge Resort.
