Straight Fin Farms • 34-Acre Private Waterfront Retreat

Stay on the Farm.
Learn Permaculture.
Reconnect with Nature.

Straight Fin Farms is a 34-acre private waterfront retreat sleeping 16+ guests across 7 bedrooms. Book the farmhouse on Airbnb — and stay tuned for immersive permaculture workshops and certification retreats, coming soon.

Book the Farmhouse

Available Now — Book Direct & Save 15%

Book the entire 7-bedroom farmhouse for your family, friends, or group. 16+ guests, 500 ft of private waterfront, hot tub, kayaks, pedal boat, fireplace, forest trails — 8 minutes from downtown Bobcaygeon.

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Permaculture Retreats

Coming Soon

Immersive 3-day and 7-day certification retreats with hands-on learning in gardening, composting, orchard care, mushrooms, beekeeping, and biodiversity stewardship. Small groups of 8–16 guests with meals included.

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What You'll Experience

Participants live within the ecosystem they are studying, making the farm itself the classroom. Every day blends theory with real hands-on work.

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Garden & Compost Systems

Raised bed design, companion planting, succession planting, and building compost systems including hot, cold, sheet mulch, and vermicomposting.

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Orchard, Fruits & Berries

Food forest design, fruit tree pruning and feeding, berry ecology with raspberries, blueberries, and strawberries, plus pollinator companion species.

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Mushroom Cultivation

Log inoculation, straw bed growing, indoor substrate bags. Learn lion's mane, oyster, and shiitake cultivation from spore to harvest.

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Beekeeping & Pollinators

Hive ecology, queen health, seasonal cycles, and apiary visits with protective gear. Understand how pollination drives the entire farm ecosystem.

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Biodiversity Walks

Guided walks through natural wildlife corridors, forest floor observation, and soil biology studies. See decomposition, fungi, and natural systems at work.

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Farm-to-Table Living

Morning farm chores, sunrise garden walks, meals from the garden, evening bonfires, and optional family participation with kids biodiversity activities.

The Farmhouse — 7 Bedrooms

Book the entire farmhouse for your group. 16+ guests across 7 uniquely designed bedrooms with 4.5 bathrooms, full kitchen, and shared living spaces.

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The Orchard Suite

Primary suite with king bed, private ensuite, and views of the orchard and gardens.

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Beekeeper's Room

Cozy double room with garden views, inspired by the farm's apiary heritage.

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Pond View

Overlooking the pond and wetland — a peaceful retreat-within-the-retreat.

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The Maple Room

Named for the sugar maples outside the window. Warm, classic farmhouse feel.

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The Pines

Tucked into the quieter wing of the house with views of the pine corridor.

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Creekside

Ground-floor room closest to the creek. Fall asleep to the sound of running water.

The Loft

Open loft space ideal for kids or extra guests. Flexible sleeping arrangements.

What Our Guests Are Saying

“An unforgettable experience. We learned so much about gardening, composting, and beekeeping while enjoying a peaceful countryside retreat.”
Sarah & Michael, Toronto
“The 3-day intensive gave us practical skills we brought back to our own backyard garden. The farm stay was beautiful and restorative.”
Priya, Mississauga
“Perfect mix of education and relaxation. The biodiversity walks and fireside evenings made it feel like a true retreat.”
James, Vaughan
Corporate & Team Retreats

Plan a Private Team Experience

Host your leadership offsite, wellness retreat, or sustainability workshop at Straight Fin Farms. Custom programs include team-building activities, hands-on permaculture learning, bonfire strategy sessions, and farm-to-table experiences.

• 8–20 guest private bookings
• Leadership & strategy workshops
• Sustainability / ESG learning themes
• Custom catering & accommodation options
• $4,500–$9,500 per retreat depending on size

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Seasonal Availability

Straight Fin Farms runs seasonal immersive retreats aligned with planting, harvest, and ecosystem cycles. Availability varies based on farm operations and nature rhythms.

Spring (Mar–May)

High Availability

Planting season, compost building, garden preparation

Early Summer (Jun)

Limited Availability

Pollination, orchard care, early garden systems

Summer Peak (Jul–Aug)

Low Availability

Full biodiversity, harvesting, beekeeping activity

Fall (Sep–Oct)

High Availability

Harvest season, food preservation, orchard work

Late Fall (Nov)

Moderate Availability

Soil restoration, composting, mushroom systems

Winter (Dec–Feb)

Private / Corporate Only

Planning, workshops, indoor learning, retreats

Ready to reconnect with nature?

Book your stay at Straight Fin Farms and begin your hands-on journey into regenerative living.

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Book Your Stay

Check live availability or book directly through Airbnb. You can also sync your stay with our seasonal retreat calendar.

Airbnb Listing

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Calendar Sync

Subscribe to our farm retreat calendar to see open dates and seasonal programming updates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need prior farming or gardening experience?

No experience is required. The 3-day and 7-day retreats are designed for beginners through experienced growers, with step-by-step instruction and hands-on guidance.

What accommodation options are available?

Guests may choose from a private farmhouse room, rustic bunkie, bell tent glamping, or BYOT camping depending on their preferred experience and budget.

Is the certificate included?

Yes. All participants who complete the course modules and hands-on activities receive a Straight Fin Farms Certificate in Practical Permaculture Design & Biodiversity Stewardship.

Are meals included?

Farm-to-table meals and refreshments can be included depending on the selected package and retreat format.

Cancellation Policy

• Full refund for cancellations made 14 days or more before check-in.

• 50% refund for cancellations made 7–13 days before check-in.

• No refund for cancellations made within 7 days of arrival.

• Corporate retreat bookings may be rescheduled once within the same season, subject to availability.

• Severe weather or emergency farm closures will be eligible for full refund or rebooking credit.

Join the Waitlist

Permaculture workshops and certification retreats are coming soon. Sign up to be the first to know when dates and pricing are announced.