What to Do at the Briars Resort
One of the most appealing aspects of The Briars is the range of its options. Want to relax? There's a spa and peaceful rooms to retreat to. Want to work up a sweat? Why not play tennis, swim, kayak, do yoga, snowshoe or any number of other activities offered at The Briars.
Many activities require advance booking, so be sure to check at the front desk for details.
I recommend booking your spot on the Lady Simcoe cruise that heads out into Lake Simcoe. For 45 mins, sit back and learn about the area's history and highlights and see the beautifully restored cottages that line the shore.
The Briars also has a private 18-hole golf course that is available to guests at an additional fee or as part of an accomodation package.
Briars Spa packages are available where guests receive accomodation, meals and spa treatments for one price.
The Briars Spa is wheelchair accessible.
Many activities require advance booking, so be sure to check at the front desk for details.
I recommend booking your spot on the Lady Simcoe cruise that heads out into Lake Simcoe. For 45 mins, sit back and learn about the area's history and highlights and see the beautifully restored cottages that line the shore.
The Briars also has a private 18-hole golf course that is available to guests at an additional fee or as part of an accomodation package.
The Spa at The Briars
How about a facial or a hot-rock massage to fill out your Briars itinerary? The Spa at Briars is available to Briars guests and non-guests and offers a varied program of therapeutic and aesthetic treatments.Briars Spa packages are available where guests receive accomodation, meals and spa treatments for one price.
The Briars Spa is wheelchair accessible.
Getting to the Briars Resort
Photo: Jane McLean
The Briars is located on the south shore of Lake Simcoe in Ontario, approximately 45 miles/72 kilometres north of Toronto and easily reached by the 407 toll highway (see below). Cost one way is about CAN$10 - $15, but avoiding the congestion of the alternate route is well worth it - especially at peak driving times.
From Pearson International Airport:
Alternate route without toll: follow QEW east to Hwy. 403 east, to Hwy. 401 east, to Hwy. 404 north, to Hwy. 9 (Davis Dr.) Newmarket. Travel east to Hwy. 48 north (Markham Rd.) and continue as described above.
See map and directions from other Ontario cities.
From Pearson International Airport:
- Follow the signs for Highway 407 ETR* East to Hwy. 68 [the link to] Hwy. 48 (Markham Rd.).
- Take Hwy. 48 north to Sutton.
- Turn left onto High St. in Sutton.
- Go through the village to the 2nd set of traffic lights (end of High St.) at Dalton Rd.
- Turn right and follow Dalton Rd. to Jackson's Point.
- At the second stop sign, Lake Dr., turn right.
- Drive 1 km to The Briars gates on Hedge Road.
Alternate route without toll: follow QEW east to Hwy. 403 east, to Hwy. 401 east, to Hwy. 404 north, to Hwy. 9 (Davis Dr.) Newmarket. Travel east to Hwy. 48 north (Markham Rd.) and continue as described above.
See map and directions from other Ontario cities.
Contact the Briars Resort
Address:
55 Hedge Road, RR 1,
Jackson's Pt.,
Ontario, Canada L0E 1L0
Telephone:
Toronto direct: 416-493-2173
Local & International: 905-722-3271
Toll-free from Canada and USA: 1-800-465-2376
Email: info@briars.ca
The Briars Website
55 Hedge Road, RR 1,
Jackson's Pt.,
Ontario, Canada L0E 1L0
Telephone:
Toronto direct: 416-493-2173
Local & International: 905-722-3271
Toll-free from Canada and USA: 1-800-465-2376
Email: info@briars.ca
The Briars Website
Wheelchair Accessibility
At check-in, The Briars staff will provide guests in wheelchairs a map of the grounds where wheelchair accessibility is available. Wheelchair accessibility includes the Spa and the dining room, but unfortunately not all parts of the Inn or the grounds will be fully accessible.
