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SOMEWHERE IN SUMMERTIME The Somewhere Inn nature-inspired motel is located in Calabogie, within the heart of the Ottawa Valley. Guests have access to outdoor fire pits, nearby hiking trails, and a freshwater beach within walking distance. Owner Joel Greaves suggests hiking the Eagles Nest lookout trail, and Morrow Lake for the waterfalls. Inspired by the nearby landscape, the Calabogie King room features a luxurious in-room soaker tub and fire- place, and is surrounded by natural forest. The lobby doubles as a bottle shop, with Ontario craft beers, low intervention, biodynamic, and organic wines, and whole- some snacks. Guided hikes, kayak and SUP rentals, and beekeeping or fly-fishing excursions can be booked on- site, and food trucks often pop by on weekends. MUST TRY Oh-el-la Café, Calabogie Brewing, On the Rocks restaurant overlooking Calabogie Lake ideal for sunsets. Pack a picnic, and let your fun-in-the-sun motel road trip begin! SPRING/SUMMER 2022 DREAMSCAPES 49 DS DRAKE DOUBLES DOWN Another Wellington favourite is the Drake Motor Inn, which is located within walking distance from their more upscale property, Drake Devon- shire. Aimed at the more budget-conscious, the inn offers a fun-filled experience with curated vending machines, Polaroid cameras, and a cone- shaped art installation that projects a beautiful kaleidoscope from within. The boutique property is also just steps away from local shops, restaurants, art galleries, nature trails, and the sandy shores of Lake Ontario. Stylish rooms include a balcony or garden option, premium stocked mini fridge, complimentary morning beverages, and afternoon snacks. There's also a communal room, backyard terrace, and outdoor fire pit for socializing. Various packages include wine and art tours, cycling trips, paddleboarding, and hiking. MUST TRY Sandbanks Provincial Park, Millennium Trail, North Shore, and Cressy. LOUNGING BY THE LAKESIDE In winery-laden Wellington, Ontario, the Lakeside Motel is the go-to spot for both visitors and locals, who are drawn not only to the retro rooms, but to the county's largest waterfront swim- ming pool and deck bar overlooking Lake Ontario. Plans are to have local musicians perform, along with other events involving furry friends, fashion shows, and weekly tasting nights. In addition to the standard-size rooms, those seeking more unique stays might consider the glamping tents, two-bedroom bungalow, or the loft-like Wharf House that includes an open-concept kitchen, private outdoor deck and a second-floor patio off the master suite, as well as your own foosball table. Canoe rentals, fire pits, and lakeside swing add to the relaxed atmosphere. MUST TRY Cocktail sipping on the built-in pool bench during sunset. TRAVEL PLANNER For more motel information visit Drake Motor Inn drakemotorinn.ca the Lakeside Motel thelakesidemotel.com the June Motel thejunemotel.com Somewhere Inn somewhereinn.ca WHY GO NOW? With the pandemic strengthening the value of travelling locally, now is the perfect time to plan that much-anticipated summer road trip. i

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