Along the scenic stretch of Peninsula Road between Port Carling and Rosseau sit two of Muskoka’s most charming lakefront communities — Port Sandfield and Minett. Small, but both capture the essence of Muskoka with boutique shopping, lakeside cafés, and a relaxed, summery pace.
Port Sandfield, known for its iconic swing bridge, rests at the narrow channel connecting Lakes Rosseau and Joseph — a popular stop for shopping or a bite between lakes. Just up the road, Minett is home to Muskoka’s most renowned resorts, golf courses, and fine dining.
2 hours 30 minutes from Toronto Pearson Airport
35 minutes from Parry Sound Airport
40 minutes from Muskoka Airport (Bracebridge)
WHERE ROSSEAU MEETS JOE
Things To Do
Shopping by the Swing Bridge:
Port Sandfield’s lakeside shops are few but memorable, from local clothing and home décor boutiques to furniture and antique finds. The Boathouse section of the marina combines fashion, accessories, and a coffee bar with a marina shop stocked with boating essentials.
Boathouse Yoga Co.:
Open-air yoga in a boathouse overlooking the water — calm, airy, and distinctly Muskoka.
Golf:
Enjoy a round at The Lake Joseph Club, one of Muskoka’s most scenic courses, surrounded by pines, granite, and water views – a Clublink course, but Jayne’s guests can get access, or The Rock, one of Muskoka’s most challenging courses.
Visit Nearby Towns:
Towns of Rosseau and Port Carling are just a short drive or boat ride away.
Food Highlights
Water’s Edge at The Lake Joseph Club – Refined lakeside dining with creative cocktails, live music, and a lively yet relaxed atmosphere.
Abbey’s Bakehouse – A Muskoka icon inside a 19th-century church, famous for butter tarts, cookies, pastries, coffee, and fresh bread.
Deli Counter at Silver Streams Market – Simple, satisfying sandwiches made fresh to order.
Bakery & Ice Cream at Silver Streams Market – A must-stop for Kawartha Dairy ice cream and their famous blueberry donuts.
The Rosseau (JW Marriott) – Elegant dining with sweeping lake views and locally inspired cuisine.
Teca (JW Marriott) – Upscale Italian dining with handmade pastas and curated wines.
Muskoka Chophouse (JW Marriott) – Fine dining with premium steaks, seafood, and an exceptional wine list.
Where to Stay
IN & AROUND MINETT & PORT SANDFIELD
Dreamscape
6 BEDS | 8.0 BATHS | 12 GUESTS | NO PETS
Lake Muskoka
Oak Bank Point
5 BEDS | 5.0 BATHS | 8 GUESTS | NO PETS
Lake Rosseau
The Regency
6 BEDS | 8.0 BATHS | 13 GUESTS | PET FRIENDLY
Lake Joseph
Dreamscape
6 BEDS | 8.0 BATHS | 12 GUESTS | NO PETS
Lake Muskoka
Oak Bank Point
5 BEDS | 5.0 BATHS | 8 GUESTS | NO PETS
Lake Rosseau
The Regency
6 BEDS | 8.0 BATHS | 13 GUESTS | PET FRIENDLY
Lake Joseph