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Many great cycling routes will bring you to several charming villages
Very scenic covered bridge along the Raisin River. Located along County Road 17, 1km west of Williamstown.
Williamstown
Very scenic covered bridge along the Raisin River. Located along County Road 17, 1km west of Williamstown.
Often called the “Gateway to Glengarry”, this
landing was settled in 1778 by the Faulkner family from Lancashire, England. First called the Faulkner Settlement, it went on to have many names including Rivière Raisin, Kirk Town, Lancaster, South Lancaster and Lower Village. When the railroad station opened in 1854, the community became divided, creating Lancaster and South Lancaster.
The Wharf
Often called the “Gateway to Glengarry”, this
landing was settled in 1778 by the Faulkner family from Lancashire, England. First called the Faulkner Settlement, it went on to have many names including Rivière Raisin, Kirk Town, Lancaster, South Lancaster and Lower Village. When the railroad station opened in 1854, the community became divided, creating Lancaster and South Lancaster.
Glengarry Cairn National Historic Site From the Wharf, the Glengarry Cairn can be seen. Built by soldiers of the Glengarry Militia, stationed here in case of attack during the 1837 Rebellion, it commemorates Sir John Colborne, a military leader who later became acting Governor General of British North America. A walkway spirals around the outside of this impressive conical stone structure measuring 60 feet high by 60 feet in diameter at its base. In 2009, the site was closed to the public after the discovery of human remains led to claims that the island was a sacred aboriginal burial site. To view walk over to Cairn View Road which is the farthest road to the West and go down to the end of that road. Don't mind the commotion of construction just get to the water and from there you can see the Cairn. Just a little jaunt.
Cairn Island
Glengarry Cairn National Historic Site From the Wharf, the Glengarry Cairn can be seen. Built by soldiers of the Glengarry Militia, stationed here in case of attack during the 1837 Rebellion, it commemorates Sir John Colborne, a military leader who later became acting Governor General of British North America. A walkway spirals around the outside of this impressive conical stone structure measuring 60 feet high by 60 feet in diameter at its base. In 2009, the site was closed to the public after the discovery of human remains led to claims that the island was a sacred aboriginal burial site. To view walk over to Cairn View Road which is the farthest road to the West and go down to the end of that road. Don't mind the commotion of construction just get to the water and from there you can see the Cairn. Just a little jaunt.
The Village of Martintown is on the Glengarry routes map. It is a wonderful cycling route from Lancaster to Williamstown and then on to Martintown. The Mill in Martintown is an impressive 4-storey, stone mill was built by Alexander McMartin in 1846 to replace the original wooden grist, saw and carding mills built by his father, Malcolm McMartin. Typical orders were for a bushel at a time of wheat, corn, buckwheat, oats and malt. Recently, crumbling sections of the Mill were stabilized by local volunteers and the Martintown Mill Preservation Society. The Mill is open to the public highlighting exhibits and displays that tell the story of this historic centre of activity.
martintownmill.org
Martintown
The Village of Martintown is on the Glengarry routes map. It is a wonderful cycling route from Lancaster to Williamstown and then on to Martintown. The Mill in Martintown is an impressive 4-storey, stone mill was built by Alexander McMartin in 1846 to replace the original wooden grist, saw and carding mills built by his father, Malcolm McMartin. Typical orders were for a bushel at a time of wheat, corn, buckwheat, oats and malt. Recently, crumbling sections of the Mill were stabilized by local volunteers and the Martintown Mill Preservation Society. The Mill is open to the public highlighting exhibits and displays that tell the story of this historic centre of activity.
martintownmill.org
Plenty of Great Places in the area for a good bite....
Beautiful local, internationally award-winning cheeses. Charcuterie anyone? Yummy.
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Glengarry Cheesemaking
County Road 34Beautiful local, internationally award-winning cheeses. Charcuterie anyone? Yummy.
Going to Hudson? Cross on the Ferry to Oka and pick up some of this great cheese right from the community it was developed in. Be sure to visit the Abbey while you are there and I highly recommend the Sacre Coeur Bistro at the Abbey for dinner. Remember always book ahead.
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Oka
Going to Hudson? Cross on the Ferry to Oka and pick up some of this great cheese right from the community it was developed in. Be sure to visit the Abbey while you are there and I highly recommend the Sacre Coeur Bistro at the Abbey for dinner. Remember always book ahead.
Ole Sugar Barn Ice Cream Shop
Sweet stop for an ice cream. About 20 minutes from the cottage.
Whether you knew it already or not, Cornwall is known for their pizzas. This city in Eastern Ontario is home to numerous old-fashioned pizzerias serving up perfectly baked pies with thick blistered crusts piled high with delicious toppings. Best known as ‘Cornwall Pizza’ and a source of pride for Cornwallites, these delicious pies are an absolute must-eat for those who visit the city.
Riverside Restaurant
837 Montreal RoadWhether you knew it already or not, Cornwall is known for their pizzas. This city in Eastern Ontario is home to numerous old-fashioned pizzerias serving up perfectly baked pies with thick blistered crusts piled high with delicious toppings. Best known as ‘Cornwall Pizza’ and a source of pride for Cornwallites, these delicious pies are an absolute must-eat for those who visit the city.
Nature Trails
A local favourite. Take a leisurely stroll through the marshes and if you are lucky you may see a variety of species. Bring peanuts for the friendly chipmunks!
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Cooper Marsh Conservation Area
20020 Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry County Road 2A local favourite. Take a leisurely stroll through the marshes and if you are lucky you may see a variety of species. Bring peanuts for the friendly chipmunks!
This is a wonderful spot for hiking, biking, snowshoeing, cross country skiing and even fat biking! Please check out their website for all the great things to enjoy. They even do rentals.
https://www.summerstowntrails.com/
Summerstown
This is a wonderful spot for hiking, biking, snowshoeing, cross country skiing and even fat biking! Please check out their website for all the great things to enjoy. They even do rentals.
https://www.summerstowntrails.com/
Day Trip
Hudson is just a lovely little village and the side roads are full of sweet cottages and lovely homes. One of my favourite places to visit in the area. There are a few decent restaurants. Note: You can easily combine Saint-Anne-de-Bellevue and Hudson on the same day and as well you can cross over on the ferry to the beach on Oka.
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Hudson
Hudson is just a lovely little village and the side roads are full of sweet cottages and lovely homes. One of my favourite places to visit in the area. There are a few decent restaurants. Note: You can easily combine Saint-Anne-de-Bellevue and Hudson on the same day and as well you can cross over on the ferry to the beach on Oka.
This is a lovely little day trip to Quebec. Sweet village on the Saint Lawrence with a few good restaurants, (I recommend Violet Angel for Pizza and salad), and some decent shopping. About 35 minute drive. Note: You can easily combine Saint-Anne-de-Bellevue and Hudson on the same day.
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Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue
This is a lovely little day trip to Quebec. Sweet village on the Saint Lawrence with a few good restaurants, (I recommend Violet Angel for Pizza and salad), and some decent shopping. About 35 minute drive. Note: You can easily combine Saint-Anne-de-Bellevue and Hudson on the same day.
One of my favourite spots in Ontario. It is truly a special outing. Don't forget to buy the home-made bread.
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Upper Canada Village
One of my favourite spots in Ontario. It is truly a special outing. Don't forget to buy the home-made bread.
Old Montreal with its European charm is an easy hour east of South Lancaster. Great day trip.
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Old Montreal
Old Montreal with its European charm is an easy hour east of South Lancaster. Great day trip.
Visiting Hudson? If so, a short Ferry ride will take you to the Village of Oka where you can visit the Abbey (tours available but book ahead), and there is a nice little beach for a lunch picnic.
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Oka
Visiting Hudson? If so, a short Ferry ride will take you to the Village of Oka where you can visit the Abbey (tours available but book ahead), and there is a nice little beach for a lunch picnic.
City/town information
Closest city to South Lancaster is Cornwall.
There are nice biking trails in Cornwall all along the water to the East and West of the city. There are just enough variety of restaurants to make a trip in for dinner and after a walk along the water and maybe you will see one of our magnificent Saint Lawrence River skies!
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Cornwall
There are nice biking trails in Cornwall all along the water to the East and West of the city. There are just enough variety of restaurants to make a trip in for dinner and after a walk along the water and maybe you will see one of our magnificent Saint Lawrence River skies!
A trip to Ottawa is always interesting with many festivals, museums and activities to enjoy. An easy drive up 34 to the 427 and you are on your way.
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Ottawa
A trip to Ottawa is always interesting with many festivals, museums and activities to enjoy. An easy drive up 34 to the 427 and you are on your way.
Local Villages
Williamstown is a historic gem with two National Historic Sites, a museum, and three churches as well as several other interesting sites such as the Williamstown Fairgrounds. The site of Williamstown was part of a land grant from the Crown to Sir John Johnson. On a beautiful cycling route from the cottage.
Williamstown
Williamstown is a historic gem with two National Historic Sites, a museum, and three churches as well as several other interesting sites such as the Williamstown Fairgrounds. The site of Williamstown was part of a land grant from the Crown to Sir John Johnson. On a beautiful cycling route from the cottage.
Located on the Raisin River, this picturesque village was once an agricultural hub with five crossroads intersecting at the Martintown Grist Mill. The stone building across from the Mill was built by John Grant around 1815, in the same period as St. Raphael’s. The building conveys a sense of optimism and promise of growth but despite its beauty, it never achieved the commercial success that was expected, earning the name “Grants Folly.” (20 minute drive)
Martintown
Located on the Raisin River, this picturesque village was once an agricultural hub with five crossroads intersecting at the Martintown Grist Mill. The stone building across from the Mill was built by John Grant around 1815, in the same period as St. Raphael’s. The building conveys a sense of optimism and promise of growth but despite its beauty, it never achieved the commercial success that was expected, earning the name “Grants Folly.” (20 minute drive)
Andrews West, the oldest parish in the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry in Ontario, is located in Cornwall Township, in Stormont. The church and its congregation have strong ties to the early history of the province. In fact, the Parish Hall was used as a hospital in the War of 1812. The St. My mother now 97, was born in this very old village. Her father owned the general store (now Quinn's Inn), so I have wonderful memories of our visits to this quaint Ontario Village. Just a four corners village but steeped in history. If you enjoy visiting Churches this one is a charmer.
Saint Andrews West
Andrews West, the oldest parish in the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry in Ontario, is located in Cornwall Township, in Stormont. The church and its congregation have strong ties to the early history of the province. In fact, the Parish Hall was used as a hospital in the War of 1812. The St. My mother now 97, was born in this very old village. Her father owned the general store (now Quinn's Inn), so I have wonderful memories of our visits to this quaint Ontario Village. Just a four corners village but steeped in history. If you enjoy visiting Churches this one is a charmer.
Beaches
Morrisburg is a sweet village set on The Saint Lawrence. It is a good 45 minutes from South Lancaster. There is a nice little beach for swimming and walkway along the water. The winery Stone Crop Acres is a short drive north from the Village of Morrisburg.
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Morrisburg
Morrisburg is a sweet village set on The Saint Lawrence. It is a good 45 minutes from South Lancaster. There is a nice little beach for swimming and walkway along the water. The winery Stone Crop Acres is a short drive north from the Village of Morrisburg.
This is a lovely small beach with a great walking trail to a lookout tower. Take your binoculars and be on the lookout for the local Ospreys.
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Charlotenburgh Park
19788 Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry County Road 2This is a lovely small beach with a great walking trail to a lookout tower. Take your binoculars and be on the lookout for the local Ospreys.
One can pay to enter this campground but you have to walk in. There is a beach, beach bar and at times live music. Please be sure to check there website before making plans. Covid has everything upside down.
Lancaster Park Outdoor Resort
20716 S Service RdOne can pay to enter this campground but you have to walk in. There is a beach, beach bar and at times live music. Please be sure to check there website before making plans. Covid has everything upside down.
This is a lovely sand beach heading East. It is a 20 minute drive from Lancaster. Again, check booking information before you make plans.
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Plage de Saint-Zotique
105 81e AvThis is a lovely sand beach heading East. It is a 20 minute drive from Lancaster. Again, check booking information before you make plans.
A lovely beach to park it for the afternoon. Plan ahead and check their website for reservations.
Glengarry Campground
20800 S Service RdA lovely beach to park it for the afternoon. Plan ahead and check their website for reservations.
Alexandria Island Park / Mill Pond Derby St. W.
Plan to spend some time at our recreational park offering swimming, a playground and water park for children, and public washrooms at the Sandfield Centre. The nearby Glengarry Sk8park is a skateboarder’s paradise.
Welcome / Bienvenue!
The Ontario Francophone flag, flying side-by-side in the park with the Ontario Royal Ensign, is a proud symbol of Alexandria’s bilingual heritage.
The Glengarry Trails Start Here:
Start your hike through the Garry River watershed on Glengarry Trails that cover nearly 15 km of natural beauty, many boardwalks, small bridges and interpretive signs along the way
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Alexandria Island Park
Derby Street WestAlexandria Island Park / Mill Pond Derby St. W.
Plan to spend some time at our recreational park offering swimming, a playground and water park for children, and public washrooms at the Sandfield Centre. The nearby Glengarry Sk8park is a skateboarder’s paradise.
Welcome / Bienvenue!
The Ontario Francophone flag, flying side-by-side in the park with the Ontario Royal Ensign, is a proud symbol of Alexandria’s bilingual heritage.
The Glengarry Trails Start Here:
Start your hike through the Garry River watershed on Glengarry Trails that cover nearly 15 km of natural beauty, many boardwalks, small bridges and interpretive signs along the way