CHARLESTON - Lakeline Lodge & Marina Ltd. on Charleston Lake is a "one-stop dock shop" and cottage rental destination. It has been offering clients unique experiences and great memories since Glenn Ireland first opened the doors in 1962.
Generations of families have been coming back every summer, says Lakeline owner Irene Ireland. They have clients who have been renting cottages for more than 40 consecutive years.
"There is something about Charleston Lake that is so relaxing and peaceful," says Irene. "People have told me they're creating family memories to last generations."
Lakeline is a third-generation family business. The Irelands strive to keep the old fashioned charm while adding new services and attractions. "We're constantly evolving to keep things interesting. People are always looking for something nice and fresh to add to their lake experience," she says.
Most recently, their waterfront convenience store has been renovated. They've added submarine sandwich weekends, baked goods and fresh pastry days. The shop offers everything from hand-dipped ice cream, 5-cent candy, giftware and lightweight clothing to fishing licenses, live bait, tackle and propane. Growing in popularity is the Ontario-made C.R. Plastic Products recycled cottage and deck furniture. Lakeline is also a gas station and full-service marina for all makes and models and is a certified Yamaha Outboard dealership.
"People joke with me and say 'just build it, Irene,and we will come'," she says of their diversity of services.
Lakeline started out as an outboard mechanic shop with boat docking and two cottages. It now has 13 cottages, 3 on islands and 10 on the mainland.
Boat rentals, including fishing and pontoon boats, canoes, kayaks, paddle boats and boards, are a large part of their business. They also sell paddle boards and motor boats.Their marina can dock up to 60 boats comfortably and there is a fish cleaning station by the docks for your catch of the day. Learn more about this Leeds Grenville business on their website. You can also visit their Facebook page, send them an email or call 613-924-9114. |