Location & Things To Do | Skipper’s Cottage — Wheatley, Ontario
Wheatley, Ontario

Location & Things To Do

One of Lake Erie’s best-kept secrets — within walking distance of the beach.

Sandy Lake Erie beach near Wheatley, Ontario
The Area

Wheatley — where the lake feels like a secret

Skipper’s Cottage sits in Wheatley, Ontario — a charming lakeside town on the north shore of Lake Erie. Known for warm swimming water, incredible sunsets, and some of the best freshwater fishing in Ontario.

Walk to the sandy beach, explore Wheatley Provincial Park, or day-trip to Point Pelee National Park — the southernmost point of mainland Canada, just 30 minutes away.

  • Warm Lake Erie waters ideal for swimming
  • World-class bird watching at Point Pelee
  • Fresh local catch from Wheatley Harbour
  • Peaceful, crowd-free shoreline
Nearby

Things to do & see

Everything from beach days to national park adventures — all within easy reach.

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Sandy Beach

3–5 min walk

A stunning stretch of sandy Lake Erie shoreline, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and catching breathtaking sunsets.

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Wheatley Provincial Park

5 min walk

Sandy beaches, wooded trails, and the warm waters of Lake Erie. One of Ontario’s most underrated provincial parks.

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Point Pelee National Park

30 min drive

The southernmost point of mainland Canada — world-class birding (especially during spring migration), hiking, and dramatic shoreline.

Wheatley Harbour & Marina

10 min drive

Fishing charters, boat launches, and some of the freshest perch and pickerel you’ll ever taste — right off the boat.

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Leamington

20 min drive

The Tomato Capital of Canada — great restaurants, farmers markets, and the Pelee Island ferry terminal for a memorable day trip.

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Windsor

1 hr drive

Casino Windsor, craft breweries, incredible dining, and the iconic Detroit River skyline across the water.

Activities

How guests spend their days

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Swimming
Lake Erie beach
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Fishing
Perch & pickerel
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Cycling
Lakeside trails
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Bird Watching
Point Pelee & local
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Sunsets
From the dock
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Campfire Nights
On-site fire pit
Map

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