Escape to nature at Bruce Bay Cottages & Lighthouse located on 2 private islands, French and McKay in Lake Huron. The islands are located in historic Bruce Mines, Northern Ontario, Algoma Country. Only 45 minutes east of Sault Ste. Marie and the International Bridge. An ideal setting for family fun, fishing adventures, romantic getaways, or to let Nature revive you.
Be a lighthouse keeper in the 1907 McKay Island Lighthouse located on the easterly point of 15 acre McKay Island. Enjoy the panoramic view of the North Channel of Lake Huron and watch the sun rise. Sleep to the lull of Lake Huron's waves by night and watch the freighters by day. The only housekeeping lighthouse in Ontario, accessible by car.
Be a lighthouse keeper in the 1907 McKay Island Lighthouse located on the easterly point of 15 acre McKay Island. Enjoy the panoramic view of the North Channel of Lake Huron and watch the sun rise. Sleep to the lull of Lake Huron's waves by night and watch the freighters by day. The only housekeeping lighthouse in Ontario, accessible by car.
Services
Today Bruce Bay Cottages & Lighthouse is owned and operated by Larry & Pat Peterson. The resort offers an escape to nature for families, fisherman, romantic getaways or just to let nature revive you. If you have any questions or require any further information about staying at the cottages or lighthouse, please contact us.
Today Bruce Bay Cottages & Lighthouse is owned and operated by Larry & Pat Peterson. The resort offers an escape to nature for families, fisherman, romantic getaways or just to let nature revive you. The islands have walking trails, geocaches, and complimentary kayaks, canoes and row boats for guests to use.
Wake to the lapping of waves, be a Keeper of the Light at the 1907 McKay Island Lighthouse on Lake Huron. It is one of the few lighthouses in Ontario offering accommodations. The lighthouse is an all season lighthouse. Watch the freighters in summer, enjoy the fall colours, listen to the November gales and snowmobile the trails of the North Channel in winter.
Stay in the 1907 McKay Island Lighthouse, wake to the lapping of waves and enjoy the panoramic view of the North Channel. A great location for a romantic getaway, family vacation or just for you. Sit on the lighthouse deck, watch the sun rise or storms brew over Lake Huron and enjoy watching the freighters back into Trap Rock.
The harbour of Bruce Mines is horseshoe-shaped. It exists by the presence of three islands: French; McKay; Jacks. The mainland provides the north and west boundaries of the harbour. French and McKay islands provide the south boundary, and extend southeasterly. Jacks Island provides the east boundary and extends southward.
Reviews (10)
Bryan Schmidt
Aug 30, 2021
Report
Fizzbie
Aug 17, 2021
Report
JeninCanada
Jul 15, 2021
Report
Coach Hai
Jun 25, 2021
Report
The drive up north to Bruce Bay Cottages was spectacular. It was a 7 hour road trip for us (myself, girlfriend, and the cat) but was worth every minute. Arriving to our cute little cottage overlooking the Bay was a fairytale dream. We spent the weekend on the water, enjoying the campfire, and siteseeing Lake Superior and stopping at Chippewa Falls for some fishing. Will def make a trip out again sometime, 5 out of 5 stars!
Stephanie Heintzman
Jan 14, 2021
Report
D. S.
Oct 25, 2020
Report
We just stayed in the lighthouse for the past few nights. It was a something we have been looking forward to since we booked it much earlier this year. Pat was great at keeping us informed with covid info - and any changes that would/would not affect our trip. Fortunately, everything went smoothly. We had a complete no-contact visit, with the lighthouse and both islands all to ourselves. It was wonderful to just enjoy this complete winter wonderland oasis. Our dog also took full advantage and romped through the trails. We managed to get out for a cross-country ski too. Pat even added a personal
Ann Marie Wierzbicki
Oct 14, 2020
Report
Clean, extremely pet friendly with rustic cabins built in the 1920s. Wonderful walking trails with a gorgeous views to reward you. If you're staying long enough that you're going to cook several meals and enjoy your food preparation time I advise you bring a few mixing bowls and sharp knives. Otherwise very well supplied including towels and bedding.
If you like the paddle you'll have several choices of what to go on to the water in.
Fairy swimmable beach with diving Rock just off the screened porch. And seeing the young eagle fly over a few times was the highlight of my visit.
If you like the paddle you'll have several choices of what to go on to the water in.
Fairy swimmable beach with diving Rock just off the screened porch. And seeing the young eagle fly over a few times was the highlight of my visit.
Jackie Gregoire
Jul 03, 2020
Report
Matthew Frederick
Jun 17, 2020
Report
I’ve been staying every year for 22years and my group before me even longer. Love the Cabins, the fishing, the hospitality, the views, the bicycles, the boat dock, the fish cutting shack and everything else I’m forgetting.
Lighthouse Keepers, Larry and Pat are the most kind people anywhere and a true blessing. They’re hard work and dedication to the islands is easily noticeable and greatly appreciated!
The local area has poutine, ice cream and coffee shops...what else could you ask for?
Lighthouse Keepers, Larry and Pat are the most kind people anywhere and a true blessing. They’re hard work and dedication to the islands is easily noticeable and greatly appreciated!
The local area has poutine, ice cream and coffee shops...what else could you ask for?
Madeline Ross
Nov 28, 2019
Report
What an incredible experience at Bruce Bay cottages! We stayed in cottage 4 right on the little beach. It was the perfect size cabin for two, with everything you could possibly need. The property is beautiful and hosts incredible energy!! Make sure you ask Pat where the meditation rock is ;) I am dying to come back and spend more time at this peaceful little cottage on the lake. The kitchen was super clean, has everything you could need, warm water, great shower and even a bed on the veranda if you want to sleep out there and wake up to the sound of the lake. Heads up! It’s heated by a central
