Vacation rentals in Tara

Private Country Retreat on 65 Acres

**For WINTER BOOKINGS: please see below and inquire before booking* Escape to the country and enjoy the slow pace of farm life in our beautifully renovated country home. Situated on 65 acres of rolling farm land, it is just under 20 minutes drive to Southampton and Sauble Beach. Secluded and private, but within walking distance to the village of Tara. Enjoy wide open spaces, fresh air, cosy and quiet country living, starry nights around a campfire, and the vibrant fall colours of Bruce Country!

Private with Self Check-in Bright & Modern Comfort

License: STR2025-9250261010 Welcome to our bright and clean one-bedroom suite ideal for singles, couples, or small families. Walking distance to the Bruce Trail, a short drive to parks, beaches, and lakes; and a good home base to explore the Bruce Peninsula and Tobermory. A comfortable queen size bed in the bedroom with a selection of bedding and pillows. Fully equipped kitchen, modern bathroom, full suite of TV streaming with high-speed internet. Residential area on the west side of town.

Cabin Suite #1 at Driftwood Haus

Pet Friendly! Listen to the waves steps away! All newly renovated with brand new beds and furnishings. Enjoy the freedom. With the second best sunsets in the world according to National Geographic, Southampton is a community on the shores of Lake Huron in Bruce County, Ontario, Canada and close to Port Elgin. It is located at the mouth of the Saugeen River next to the Saugeen Ojibway Nation Territory. We have the most beautiful public beach in Ontario, a natural harbour and 3 lighthouses!

Holiday House on Huron

The location is truly special—just a short walk to boutique shops, local cafés, excellent restaurants, and a craft brewery. Whether you're here for the beach, biking the scenic Saugeen Rail Trail, or exploring the charm of small-town life, this is the perfect spot to experience it all. The open concept upper level is designed for gathering, entertaining, or simply unwinding in comfort. Main floor, you’ll find three cozy bedrooms (primary bedroom with ensuite), a full bathroom with bathtub.

"Wine Down" in Scenic Grey Highlands

Join us at “Wine Down”, our beautiful property located on the highlands of the Beaver River Valley, just minutes away from all that Georgian Bay and the Blue Mountains have to offer. It is a very private 1 acre property with an incredible view of water, escarpment and wildlife. Enjoy more than 1,000 sq. ft. of living space including beds for 5, fully equipped kitchen, dining area, living room with large screen TV and full bathroom. Your hosts live on sight in the main level of the house.

One bedroom apartment on the river, with hot tub

WINTER SPECIAL Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally located place. 30 to 40 minutes to Port Elgin and Southampton, and 75 minute drive to Tobermory. The hot tub is always waiting. Full kitchen and bathroom available for your own use. New queen size bed replacing the queen sized pull out couch. In the warmer weather there is two kayaks and a canoe available for guests use plus four adult life jackets. Also close to Harrison park and the mill dam and you can go by river.

Restored Century Home

Completely renovated country home with exposed beams, original wooden walls and lots of character. SNOWMOBILE TRAIL GOES DIRECTLY THROUGH THIS FARM. NO ROADS NECESSARY TO GET ON TRAIL! Located on a paved County Road and only 15 minutes from Southampton and Port Elgin. 20 minutes to Sauble Beach and an easy drive to the beautiful Bruce Peninsula. Surrounded by farm fields with no neighbours in sight. During the warmer months there are chickens on property providing you with fresh eggs.

Suite on the Creek

Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally located walkout apartment. The suite backs onto the Niagara escarpment and sections of the Bruce Trail. Though you’ll feel secluded in nature, head out front and you can walk downtown in less than 15 minutes. Rest well in the king-sized bed that looks out onto the walking bridge in the back yard. Enjoy cozy evenings in with a movie and a fire, or relax with a book in your private backyard sitting area.

Bunkie in the Country

Now CLOSED until spring The bunkie has a great view of the sunrise. It's a quiet rural area (please note it is a GRAVEL road). Good for couples, solo adventurers, hunters, someone looking to be outside of town. The bunkie is located approx. 30 feet behind our home. For allergenic reasons and safety of animals, we do not allow pets. May not be suitable for those with mobility issues (small hill & stairs). The bunkie has heat and A/C!

Peaceful cabin-in-the-woods 50 acre private forest

Relax in a charming cordwood cabin on an off-grid property powered entirely by solar energy. Enjoy exclusive use of 50 acres of varied woodlands with over 4km marked & maintained nature trails (loaner snowshoes provided!) and special features like a SoundForest, a meditative walking labyrinth, plus a sauna made of local cedar... it’s like having your own private park! There’s even an option ($) to have a breakfast basket brought out.

"Paddle" at Hills | Scenic Escape Near Blue Mtn

Welcome to Hills! Once known as Hill's Dairy in Meaford, this historic building has been converted into four rental units with an adventure shop. Steps to downtown Meaford, and minutes to Georgian Bay, Georgian Trail cycling route, the infamous Trout Hollow Trail, shops and restaurants, beaches, and 25 mins from Blue Mountain. This modern suite is the perfect year-round getaway spot to unwind after a day of exploring the area.

Williamsford Blacksmith Shop

Make some memories at the historic stone blacksmith shop built 1888. Located in Williamsford, Ontario. Conveniently located to the historic sites, waterfalls, the Bruce trail, rail trails for hiking and snowmobiling. Short 20 minute drive to Owen Sound. Sauble Beach 40 minutes. Tobermory drive 1 hr 1/2. Markdale 20 minutes. Enjoy the sites surrounding or a peaceful night by the campfire with campfire wood provided.