Hidden Acres - A Stay and Play Retreat

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Hidden Acres - A Stay and Play Retreat

Weekly Events

Thursday Night Cruise Night - Every Thursday in the summer from 5 p.m. to dusk. Classic cars, great music, and a chance at a 50/50 jackpot! Don't forget to check out the inside of the barn for some excellent shopping, and grab an ice cream cone from Kawartha Dairy.
14 locals recommend
CraftWorks and Antiques At The Barn
124 Lindsay Rd
14 locals recommend
Thursday Night Cruise Night - Every Thursday in the summer from 5 p.m. to dusk. Classic cars, great music, and a chance at a 50/50 jackpot! Don't forget to check out the inside of the barn for some excellent shopping, and grab an ice cream cone from Kawartha Dairy.
Free weekly concerts, every Wednesday and Saturday (July and August only). Bring a lawnchair, or rent one there for $5. Check listings on their website.
34 locals recommend
Peterborough SUP
247 George St N
34 locals recommend
Free weekly concerts, every Wednesday and Saturday (July and August only). Bring a lawnchair, or rent one there for $5. Check listings on their website.
Every Saturday on Lansdowne St. and Wednesday's on Charlotte St.
24 locals recommend
Peterborough Farmers' Market
136 Lansdowne St
24 locals recommend
Every Saturday on Lansdowne St. and Wednesday's on Charlotte St.

Food scene

The best pizza!
10 locals recommend
The Night Kitchen
168 Hunter St W
10 locals recommend
The best pizza!
Amazing Indian food!
The Imperial Tandoor
554 Lansdowne St W
Amazing Indian food!
Mediterranean food prepared and served by a Syrian family. I recommend the Aleppo Platter!
OMG (Oasis Mediterranean Grill)
460 George Street North
Mediterranean food prepared and served by a Syrian family. I recommend the Aleppo Platter!

Entertainment

Outdoor theatre - a unique experience. You'll need to check for availability in advance.
13 locals recommend
4th Line Theater
9 Tupper St
13 locals recommend
Outdoor theatre - a unique experience. You'll need to check for availability in advance.
A free zoo with a variety of animals, and train tour. The train has a nominal cost. There is also a playground and water park.
105 locals recommend
Riverview Park and Zoo
1300 Water St
105 locals recommend
A free zoo with a variety of animals, and train tour. The train has a nominal cost. There is also a playground and water park.
A fun way to see a couple of movies!
25 locals recommend
Lindsay Twin Drive-In Theatre
229 Pigeon Lake Rd
25 locals recommend
A fun way to see a couple of movies!
A great way to see the river.
17 locals recommend
Liftlock & the Riverboat Crisis
92 George St N
17 locals recommend
A great way to see the river.
Watch the Peterborough Petes, or catch a show! This venue offers great views from every seat, and makes you feel part of the action.
11 locals recommend
Peterborough Memorial Centre
151 Lansdowne St
11 locals recommend
Watch the Peterborough Petes, or catch a show! This venue offers great views from every seat, and makes you feel part of the action.
A fun and different type of museum. Easy to do in an afternoon.
102 locals recommend
The Canadian Canoe Museum
910 Monaghan Rd
102 locals recommend
A fun and different type of museum. Easy to do in an afternoon.
Take a step back in time to learn about the history of the area. There are several special events throughout the year such as Hallowe'en, Christmas, and a summer Classic Car show.
49 locals recommend
Lang Pioneer Village
104 Lang Rd
49 locals recommend
Take a step back in time to learn about the history of the area. There are several special events throughout the year such as Hallowe'en, Christmas, and a summer Classic Car show.
Nearby driving range and golf course.
Heron Landing Golf Club
2361 Lansdowne St W
Nearby driving range and golf course.

Sightseeing

Part of the Trans-Canada Trail, this bridge offers a spectacular view. Especially stunning in the fall!
Doube's trestle bridge
Trans-Canada Trail
Part of the Trans-Canada Trail, this bridge offers a spectacular view. Especially stunning in the fall!
Trail systems great for hiking, biking and dog walking, right in the heart of Peterborough.
34 locals recommend
Jackson Park
610 Parkhill Rd W
34 locals recommend
Trail systems great for hiking, biking and dog walking, right in the heart of Peterborough.
Conservation area in Lindsay. Includes different trail systems, a beach, and a large dog park.
31 locals recommend
Ken Reid Conservation Area
277 Kenrei Rd
31 locals recommend
Conservation area in Lindsay. Includes different trail systems, a beach, and a large dog park.

Shopping

If you need a mall, this is your best bet in the area. Includes typical mall stores.
35 locals recommend
Lansdowne Place Mall
645 Lansdowne St W
35 locals recommend
If you need a mall, this is your best bet in the area. Includes typical mall stores.
Best groceries in the area; fresh produce, good selection, friendly staff.
Metro
1154 Chemong Rd
Best groceries in the area; fresh produce, good selection, friendly staff.

Post-secondary education

Whether you are dropping your child off for further studies, or coming to celebrate their graduation, we are close to both post-secondary institutions in the area.
Local University, 20 minutes away.
9 locals recommend
Trent University
1600 W Bank Dr
9 locals recommend
Local University, 20 minutes away.
Fleming College Peterborough campus - 15 minutes away Lindsay campus - 30 minutes away
6 locals recommend
Fleming College
599 Brealey Dr
6 locals recommend
Fleming College Peterborough campus - 15 minutes away Lindsay campus - 30 minutes away

Traveler advice

Getting around

Close to everything, but you'll need a car.

We are situated 10 minutes from Peterborough, and 30 minutes from Lindsay. Easy access to Trent University and Fleming College in Peterborough, or Fleming College in Lindsay. Close to Trans-Canada trail (hiking, dog walking, cycling, snowmobiling), boat launches, fishing spots, Trent-Severn Waterway, Otonabee River, lift locks, and lots of things to do! If we haven't included it, please ask.