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Alexandria | Ontario

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The North Glengarry Restaurant

Awesome service and view of the falls on a patio

Built in 1819, the restaurant structure is the oldest standing building in Alexandria. Nicknamed the “Priest’s Mill,” it originally served as a grist mill.

It was built by a Scottish immigrant, Catholic priest Alexander Macdonnell, who inspired the name for the town of Alexandria. Later he became the first bishop of Kingston.

The building remained resilient to multiple fires as it served as a grist, stone, and roller mill over the next 150 years. In the 1970s, the building was renovated into a restaurant, eventually taking on the name you see today: “The North Glengarry.”

The image of the historic mill remains preserved in our picturesque patio, the only one of its kind in the area! Come experience a delicious meal with a view of the old dam and stone waterway. Be serenaded by the peaceful sound of the waterfall, fed by the nearby Garry River and Mill Pond.

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The Priest’s Mill Arts Centre

An arts education and exhibition space, supporting and promoting regional artists. The Priest’s Mill Arts Centre is the perfect place for ones to view, experience and tests themselves of their artistic ability.

The place offers classes such as Glass Blowing, Stained Glass, and Warm Glass. Their staff are supper in patience, explaining, and demonstrating the techniques & art form in bringing a great learning experience. Worth the visit when passing by Alexandria, it is free to check out.

View their gallery of artworks from artists such as Tatsumi Komiya, Tara Nicholson, Eric Covington and a select few more. Many of their items are available for purchase in the shop.

Photo: facebook.com/PriestsMillArtsCentre

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Alexandria Island Park

Alexandria’s Island Park features a lovely sandy beach that is perfect for activities such as swimming, fishing, canoeing/kayaking, picnicking, sandcastle-building, and so much more. Located right in the heart of Alexandria. The area offers the perfect mix of sun and natural shade. With warm, clear sand, crystal-clear water, and plenty of beautiful picnic spots overlooking the Mill Pond.

There as well as a splash pad, and two full play structures for the kids right off of the beach. Plenty of open areas for open-end activities, and to run around on. A soccer field, tennis courts, and a skate park are on the edge of the property too. The area is perfect to bring the whole family for a full day of summer fun.
Photo: northglengarry.ca

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Garry Fen Trail

Discover this 3.54 kilometre, looped trail that’s 8.5 km South-West of Alexandria, Ontario. The Garry Fen Trail is considered a moderately challenging route. It takes an average of an hour to complete and offers multiple, beautiful glimpses of a natural retention pond, forestry, and some glimpses of Loch Garry lake in the distance. This is a popular trail for walking, hiking, sightseeing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and much more.

The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash.

There is also another trail, Loch Garry Trail which is an alternative for a smaller trek but offers the same equally beautiful surrounding, and small animal life. Either or are great options and is one to stumble by for appreciation of the gorgeous geography.

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Stonehouse Vineyard

Recommended by Joanne Pratt

Stonehouse Vineyard is a five-acre vineyard, situated in a park-like setting, producing wines from cold climate grapes.

All of Stonehouse’s wines begin with attentive viticultural practices applied throughout the growing season ending with hand harvesting grapes; ensuring only the highest quality grapes are processed. Some of their hottest selections of wine go from Swenson White 2018, Frontenac Blanc 2019, Frontenac Gris Rosé 2019, and Frontenac Rosé 2020. All of which are available for tasting.

There is a beautiful aged stone house and a large timber and beam on the grounds. This is followed by scenic views of the surrounding vineyard and farmlands across. The barn has been renovated to pay homage to the Scottish history of the property and region and is the site of their winery and store.

You may also venture out with their availability of tours to view the vineyards and the processing grounds. Finish your time by venturing into their store to bring the alive taste buds back at home.

Photo: facebook.com/stonehousevineyard1793

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Wood Brothers Brewing co

The Wood Brothers Brewing co is the place to hang with friends and family and drink locally crafted beer in a beautiful location. A couple of minutes North-East of Alexandria.
The owners, brewers, and workers are super knowledgeable of the best beer, and other brewers in southern Ontario. Sit and relax, in their plenty of outdoor seating, with fire pits around, and share stories and great moments.

There are about 8 beers on tap. Highland Haze, Foggy Morning, Salty Woodpecker, Blister Moon, and a select few others can all be found here. Their selections are ever-changing with newer selections, and other specialty beers. They also have some merchandise that is up for sale, and a food truck that is open during the warmer months.

Finish off your time by walking around, and seeing the full set of where they process new creations of their fine selection of beers. Staff love the enjoyment of good company and enjoy the new passing-by faces every day at their brewery.

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Dream Small Farm

Their names are Anna and Patrick. Together, this couple moved from Ottawa in 2019, to a 60-acre property in Alexandria, Ontario. Driven by a desire to be a part of the local food movement. Their long-held dream of starting a family-run, organic vegetable farm finally came true in 2020 when they started Dream Small Farm.

They grow many vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, garlic, tomatoes, and much more. They also raise pastured heritage turkeys for Thanksgiving and other seasonal produce. They are only committed to implementing regenerative, agricultural practices.  Continually looking forward to providing their community with a dependable source of high quality, local produce, and ethically-raised pastured poultry. They do online ordering and pick up at the farm. They annually host events to stay more in touch with the community. Events and everything up to date are all on their website. The Dream Small Farms is worth the shop for all your locally grown fruits and vegetables, and want to support locally.

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La Belle Sorelle

Good food made from scratch & with love. Located on Main St, North. There is plenty of free parking around the grounds.

This bistro inside offers a nice, and cozy spot to hang around for either a quick bite or a full dine-in experience. Great to dine with the whole family or with a couple of friends with family-packed options. Their menu features quick siders, a variety of salads, soups, and sandwiches, and select items like Mac N Cheese, Tacos, and a few other ideas. All the ingredients are fresh and made on the spot. The service is run by a graceful and carrying bunch.

There also is an available patio for beautiful, sunny days. La Belle Sorelle is the place to check out where you know you’ll never go wrong.

Photo: facebook.com/LaBelleSorelle

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Christine’s Restaurant

Christine’s Restaurant is one to come by for a delicious breakfast, or lunch, that will have you feeling perfect at the start of the day. The restaurant is of light selection, but of large portions. Pricing is accordingly fit. The setting is very open and spacious inside. The food is fuel filling and goes from a range of eggs, bacon, sausage, side dishes, and toast for breakfast. There are also sweeter options such as French toast, and Pancakes.

Their lunch menu goes to eats from a range of salads, soups, sandwiches, burgers, and other mains. Their mains go from Hot Chicken, Fish N Chips, Hamburger Steak, and select few items. There is a Kids Menu for smaller portions. Altogether, Christine’s Restaurant is simple, packed with loving-made foods to have you feeling your best at the end.

Photo: facebook.com/christines.restaurant613

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Glengarry Golf & Country Club

The Glengarry Golf and Country Club has everything you need to create a memorable day on the course. The area features sweeping scenery, a challenging layout of mixed difficulty courses, a clubhouse, a patio, and a venue for larger events.

The area is home to 18 holes. Nestled amongst mature hardwood trees, and many rolling hills. The course brings interesting elevation changes, directions, and sways too many holes on the course. Trails of water are added, bringing particular challenges as the Gary River weaves its way across the course. Each course contains five tee boxes, allowing for players of all levels to enjoy the course. The course gets more challenging as you go deeper into the runs, particularly on holes 7 and 15. The 15th is a true professional par-four stretching out as far as over 480 yards from the tips to an uphill green. The course has many other challenges for all those, who want a step up in their golfing experience.

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