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Summary

This Ontario vacay spot has cozy bakeshops filled with pastries and quaint frosty towns

It's a magical place for a winter escape.

A hand holding hot chocolate. Right: A person standing by a cafe.

A village in Ontario. Right: A small town in Ontario.

Lead Writer, Travel

Pack your bags! If you're dreaming of a cozy winter getaway, you'll want to head to this enchanting Ontario destination. With warm bakeshops, quaint towns and tons of snow-filled adventures, it's an idyllic spot to unwind and enjoy the season.

You don’t have to go far to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and indulge in some rest and relaxation.

South Georgian Bay is a charming destination home to picturesque communities and winter attractions.

Destination Ontario named it one of Ontario's "cozy, hygge inspired winter getaways" for those looking to "unplug and spend uninterrupted time enjoying simple pleasures in life."

You can discover cozy villages like Collingwood, Thornburg and Clarksburg.

Collingwood boasts Hallmark-worthy streets, endless local boutiques and cafes were you can warm up with a drink and bite to eat.

You can also head to the nearby Blue Mountain Village, where you'll find winter activities like skiing and snowshoeing as well as more cozy shops and European charm.

Some of South Georgian Bay's coziest bakeshops and cafes include Espresso Post, the Thornbury Bakery, Royal Majesty Espresso and The Cheese Gallery.

When it comes to activities and attractions, you'll want to check out the magical Woodview Mountaintop skating trail, unwind at Scandinave Spa, hike through Nottawasaga Lookout Provincial Nature Reserve and enjoy the views from the Scenic Caves suspension bridge.

There are many cozy Airbnbs, inns and cabins nestled throughout the area that you can book for a longer winter escape.

Call up your travel buddies and plan a winter staycation at this dreamy spot!

Experience Simcoe County Website

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    • Lead Writer

      Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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