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You Can Escape To A Sun-Kissed Private Island Near Toronto & It's The Ultimate Summer Getaway

Kayaks, paddle boards and canoes come included!

Deepwater island. Right: Porch on Deepwater island.

Deepwater island. Right: Porch on Deepwater island.

Associate Editor

As the summer season approaches, you can escape to your own personal paradise on Deepwater Island.

Tucked away in the protected bay of the Massasauga Provincial Park, this sun-kissed private island offers the ultimate summer getaway for couples seeking a relaxed vibe by the water.

Upon arriving, you'll be greeted with the charming quarters of a cottage on the island with a fully equipped kitchen, dining room, and living area, complete with cathedral ceilings and a granite fireplace.

Deepwater island porch. Right: Deepwater island sunset.Deepwater island. Private Islands Online

The elevated vantage point of the cottage provides stunning 360-degree views of the surrounding waters, making it the perfect spot for intimate dinner parties or lazy afternoons lounging in front of the fireplace.

But the real beauty of this spot lies just outside your doorstep.

Explore the rocky shore by kayak or canoe, with two of each at your sole disposal. Paddle over to a nearby island and stock up on groceries and wine — which is just a short five-minute ride away from the local liquor store on a neighbouring island.

Private Islands Online told Narcity in an email that "Kayaks, paddle boards and canoes" are included for all guests' visits.

"The island is a 30-minute paddle from the world-famous Henry’s Fish and Chips," a representative said.

And for those who prefer to relax, two large wooden decks offer the perfect outdoor lounge for sunbathing or grilling up fresh catches from the day's fishing adventures.

Deepwater island exterior. Right: Cottage on deepwater island. Deepwater island. Private Islands Online

While the island boasts three bedrooms, the listing states that Deepwater Island is best experienced with just two guests — the perfect number to enjoy the peaceful serenity of this private paradise.

And with the easily accessible location, only a two-hour drive from Toronto or a short flight from major cities in Canada and the United States, your dream summer escape is just a few hours away.

Deepwater island interors. Deepwater island. Private Islands Online

For those looking for an option for bigger parties but similar summer vibes, a on the shores of Wendake Beach sleeps 14 guests and gives you the ultimate "Caribbean atmosphere."

Deepwater Island

Deepwater island porch.

Deepwater island.

Private Islands Online

$714+/night

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Location: Sans Souci, Georgian Bay

Why You Need To Go: This sun-kissed island comes with a fully equipped cottage and is perfect for a getaway.

Prices and terms of occupancy are confirmed at the time of publishing, but they can change at any time.

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  • Associate Editor

    Rhythm Sachdeva (she/her) was a Toronto-based Associate Editor at Narcity Media. She has previously reported for CTV News, The Canadian Press, the Toronto Star and the Times of India, where she published several A1 features and breaking news stories for national audiences. Rhythm graduated from the University of Toronto with an honours bachelor of arts degree in journalism and also holds a graduate certificate in contemporary journalism from Centennial College. At university, she was the managing editor of her campus magazine, The Underground. She's passionate about writing about the diverse immigrant community in Toronto and is always on the hunt for unique human interest stories.

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