For those folks in Southern Ontario, I was wondering if anybody could share their experiences with either of these two resorts. I have visited Ponderosa but only briefly so did not get a real feel for it. It has a nice pool but that seems to be it. Bare Oaks is my preferred location but it is too far for me. Any feedback would be appreciated.
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- MEMemberAug 30, 2010
I've been to all 3 and I prefer Four Seasons. Very relaxed atmosphere and very friendly staff.
ReactReply - NEnewbeenudieSep 9, 2010
Haven't been to ponderosa. But I can tell you that The Four Seasons is a great place to go. Very relaxing in the daytime, lay in the sun sit in the hot tub. Fun in the evening with bands and contests. All around good people, good times.
ReactReply - OLOliverTanOriginal PosterSep 9, 2010
Thanks for the feedbak, everyone!
I haven't heard anything about Four Seasons changing to textile.ReactReply - CD
Cheri Donna DawsonSep 9, 20104 Seasons website has recently been updated and it still says clothing optional
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newnudeguySep 9, 2010I went to 4 seasons 1 time about 5 years ago and enjoyed my visit. I have been to the Ponderosa a few times both during summer and off season. I guess what i prefer the Ponderoas over 4 seasons is the wet area and the dining social area are in 2 different parts of the building. 4 seasons the indoor pool is in the same room as the bar and food area.
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JackNeilsonSep 9, 2010[quote]4 Seasons website has recently been updated and it still says clothing optional[/quote] From the Four Seasons website as of 9 Sep 2010 Within the last year, the resort has changed ownership and with that change brought new direction and enthusiasm. Within the last year, we have spent considerable sums on the renovation of the clubhouse alone. Add to that the new focus on returning the resort intotheplace to enjoy a clothing-optional experience.ReactReply - MEMemberSep 9, 2010
I've been to 4 Seaons a couple of weeks ago. There are new owners and a few visible upgrades The indoor bar has a new look. You no longer have to buy "beer tickets". The bar is now cash.
The owner came and tested the hot tub water midway through the day which is a good sign.
My wife and I had a most enjoyable day.ReactReply - NEnewbeenudieSep 13, 2010ReactReply
- NEnewbeenudieSep 13, 2010
Can you tell me what goes on during the off seasons at Four Seasons or the ponderosa.
ReactReply - JAJackNeilsonSep 13, 2010[quote]Can you tell me what goes on during the off seasons at Four Seasons or the ponderosa.[/quote] The Four Seasons website is herehttp://www.thefourseasons.com/The Ponderosa website is herehttp://ponderosaresort.ca/I suggest that you check them out to get your answers. Other Canadian nudist locations can be found listed by province herehttp://www.truenudists.com/group/2245/ReactReply
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Bill NescSep 22, 2010The Four Seasons is owned by a property management corporation. It's managers are not nudists. I'm not sure whether it will be nudist, clothing optional, or textile resort for 2011. I heard all kinds of rumours. It probably will be decided on a year by year basis.
Quite a bit of the Four Seasons has fallen in disrepair in recent years. The new owners renovated and redesigned the club house, but some of the property has been condemned by the City of Hamilton like the deck overlooking the pond.The Ponderosa is a friendly resort with a owner and management who will ask you how things are going. It has gotten more people over the last few years because of the uncertainty at the Four Seasons.
ReactReply - NEnewbeenudieNov 22, 2010
Thx for your reply and I have seen the web sites. But what I want to find out is how is the attendance in the off season. My wife didn't like it the first time we went to Four Seasons. We were the only ones there besides the employees and they were all dressed. I was lucky to get her to go again and wish to avoid that from happening again.
ReactReply - MEMemberNov 22, 2010
I've been to 4 seasons a few times in the off season. It was always kinda quiet
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barejohn59Nov 30, 2010We have visited four seasons twice and both times got into trouble with there indoor pool. We camped at Ponderosa for a couple of years but cost have gone up. both are centered around drinking abd obaying liquor laws. We are now enjoying Lilly Valley ,smaller cheaper and nicer.
ReactReply - MEMemberNov 30, 2010
I would be curious to know what you did to get into trouble?
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JohnnyTruantDec 8, 2010Ponderosa was the first resort I went to, just this summer, and I quite enjoyed it. Don't have anything to compare it to, and there weren't any events going on, but it was still a nice place to just hang out. It wasn't super busy, but me and my girlfriend definitely weren't the only ones there. Management was really friendly, as were the other guests we talked to. Will be going back next summer for sure.
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HimDec 30, 2010We have visited both resort extensively in the summer for the past 7 years. We tended to go to the 4S more for the camping, prices, friends. Then it sold and the prices jumped way up. Then the second new, and current managers took over and it has suffered. While some repairs have been done, the management is not good. It went from nude, to clothing optional and next spring it will go textile. This news from the main owners group. It is very sad.
Try the Pond, great people, good facilities, etc. We especially like the swim up bar and conversation pool that was added a few years back.
We have not gone off season, but I'm sure you will enjoy it.ReactReply - BB
Balazs B. J.Dec 30, 2010Well the 4 is going textile as of May 2011 so there is only the Ponderosa in Freelton, Lilly Valley in Fort Erie and Sunny Glades in Bothwell left.
ReactReply - BNBill NescJan 16, 2011[quote]Well the 4 is going textile as of May 2011 so there is only the Ponderosa in Freelton, Lilly Valley in Fort Erie and Sunny Glades in Bothwell left.[/quote] There is also Bare Oaks near Newmarket just northeast of the Toronto metro area. That is probably closer to the Niagara Penninsula and western NY than Sunny Glades.ReactReply
- BBBalazs B. J.Jan 16, 2011
The Bare Oaks was already mentioned by somebody else but you are right. It is one the best clubs now left in Ontario. There are also some non-landed clubs in various cities and Hanlan's Point nude beach in TO.
ReactReply - MEMemberJan 16, 2011
* Please stop posting to MILF even to say flagged. I'm TRYING to bounce it off the home page!!!!
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Curt, or CowboyJan 16, 2011Bump to remove spam
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ShannBareFeb 9, 2011its going textile in May 2011.. I liked it better, the pool was nicer then the Pond.. and warmer!! LOL
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dan1234Feb 16, 2011ya they are goin tex style my uncle lives there i go to pondarosa
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