The Hillcrest is a grand Victorian mansion located in historic Port Hope, just an hour east of Toronto. Nestled among 15 acres of untouched nature, the inn offers a rare level of privacy. Step beyond the gates, and experience a unique calming of spirit. Unwind in the 4-Diamond accommodations overlooking Lake Ontario while caring staff attend to your every need. During your stay, enjoy fine dining with a focus on local, organic produce.
The Valenova Spa at The Hillcrest is North America’s only Dr. Hauschka Destination Spa. Signature treatments using these biodynamic products provide a total sensory experience that leaves one with a new sense of well-being.

Visit the website at www.thehillcrest.ca
Or call 1-888-253-0065 or 905-885-7367
Or email at info@thehillcrest.ca
 

The inn has seven rooms available for single or double occupancy and nine rooms for exclusive group use. The Hillcrest has been a recipient of the CAA 4-Diamond award for accommodations for years 2001-2008. All rooms feature feather beds, Cloud Nine linens, Valenova bath amenities, turndown service, robes and slippers. Most rooms have a choice of Jacuzzi tub, wood-burning fireplace and/or private deck.

Fine dining at all meals includes local, organic produce and natural, farm-raised meats. The passion of the culinary team is evident in the daily changing menu with detoxifying and heart-friendly options. Vegetarian, diabetic and celiac choices available upon request. Guests are invited to bring their own wine/corkage fee applied or purchase from our vintage labels.

The Hillcrest, a proud member of Ontario's Finest Spas, is an elegant, intimate Inn with spa treatments available only to in-house guests. They are a Dr. Hauschka full service destination spa offering a wide range of treatments. They concentrate on serving their guests holistically with a wellness approach encompassing mind, body and spirit. Traditional treatment styles are accentuated with lymphatic drainage, elixirs, colour therapy and foot baths. Owner Robin Dines is quoted as saying:  "We have introduced signature Valenova treatments which are a must to experience."
 

The Port Hope Golf & Country Club - Established in 1859, this picturesque 18 hole Scottish links course overlooks Lake Ontario and provides a unique experience for the golf enthusiast or casual golfer alike.

The Capitol Theatre—Restored to its 1930's splendour, patrons are awe-struck when they enter the Capitol - Canada's last remaining atmospheric theatre in operation.  Atmospheric describes the illusion of being outdoors under a beautiful sky of twinkling stars and moving clouds.  While patrons enjoy the comfort of indoors they are surrounded by walls resembling a medieval courtyard, with frescoes of lush forest beyond.

Antique Hunting—Port Hope, Cobourg and Grafton have dozens of shops specializing in furniture, china, folk art and more

Northumberland Hills—off-road cycling and cross-country skiing in a large, hilly conservation area
 

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