The Bayview Blog

Generations of families have enjoyed the Bayview Wildwood Resort on the shores of Sparrow Lake. And to think it all started 140 years ago with a shipping delay. For more than a century, guests have come to Bayview Wildwood Resort to unwind along the tranquil shores of Sparrow Lake. But the remarkable story of this beloved, multi-generational resort didn't begin with a business plan or grand visions. It began with a steamboat captain named Tom Stanton, who simply fell in love

Nearly 25 years ago, Peggi Bristow made a quick vacation decision that would forever change her summer holidays. She was looking for a summer retreat to go to with her young children and decided to take a chance on a place she had only vaguely heard of —  Bayview Wildwood Resort . "I called up and we got the last room," she remembers. When they arrived at the family resort on beautiful  Sparrow Lake , they were immediately hooked. Her kids instantly found playmates, but Peggi

Sitting at your desk searching for a relaxing getaway near you? This is where it all begins. Just 90 minutes from Toronto, Bayview Wildwood is your next easy family getaway, where the lake, the food, and the fun are all in one place. You’re not just experiencing our beloved Sparrow Lake, you’re starting your next family tradition.That’s one of the reasons why our all-inclusive Muskoka family resort works. Not because it’s fancy. Because it’s simple.You show up, settle in, an