Kerith Waters, Ontario

Kerith Waters, our Ontario Kerith Retreats location, is only one hour away from Toronto and provides an oasis for those seeking restoration. This lovely estate offers year-round natural splendor and immediately makes you feel as though you’ve entered another world. Relax in the luxury of 96 secluded acres surrounded by mature forests and overlooking a spring-fed pond.

In 2022 the previous owners, who used this property as an inn and wedding destination, approached Focus on the Family Canada about purchasing the property in order to operate their retreat programs for those living in Ontario and Eastern Canada. After much prayer and discernment, Focus on the Family Canada took possession in March 2023, making this the third retreat centre for couples and ministry leaders to experience rest and renewal.

Things to do:

Kerith Waters has numerous walking areas in nature and places to sit overlooking the spring-fed pond

There are also multiple walking trails and hikes in nearby Scugog, Treetop Eco-Adventure Park provides a local escape, and local fishing charters and birdwatching are great for nature-lovers

Explore Port Perry’s Victorian-style upscale boutiques and visit local parks, golf courses, museums, theatre, fairs, and more

If you’re looking for a local restaurant, the Piano Café and The Port Social are great options

While there are lots of things to see and do in the surrounding area, we do encourage you not to fill up your time being busy but rather take advantage of the stillness and natural beauty of Kerith Waters.

Accommodations:

Enjoy one of eight private suites with a private bathroom, therapeutic mattress, electric fireplace, sitting area and more

Numerous quiet, secluded areas to relax and unwind

Delicious and nutritious meals and snacks are provided during your stay

Host couple will handle all clean-up, giving you the opportunity to have a break

Testimonials

“We had a trauma to process . . . Being at Kerith, I didn’t have to distract myself with everyday tasks but could focus on the issues and work through them. Thank you to our wonderful staff and friends who gave us room and space and practical support to do our processing work! God blessed us with . . . a truly restful Sabbath and his renewing Holy Spirit. My husband and I are grateful for the spiritual blessings and the physical provisions on this journey.”

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