The Grand Tappattoo Resort, Ascend Hotel Collection

The proximity to a beautiful swimming lake at Otter Lake. Kayaks, Canoes, and Paddle Board were lying around free to use. The children loved the floating trampoline. The beach was raked daily. There was an open fire pit for sitting around at night. They also had an indoor pool and a very hot sauna. The sunset and morning views over the lake were spectacular . While eating you had ringside seats of the stunning views. No dogs allowed, which was great. The upgraded rooms were clean without carpeting. There was a huge 55 inch Samsung TV Even in the older rooms. The rooms have a bar fridge, coffee maker, and microwave. Rooms were large with either a king size bed and sitting area. All rooms had views of the lake, to be enjoyed on the balcony with a libation. The restaurant served free hot breakfasts, that were enjoyable. Dinners were pricey for being average. I liked each table received a litre bottle of water. This was all I drank because the wine list, especially the red was terrible and had obscure descriptions such as taste of leather, eucalyptus, hint of mint. We wanted a red to celebrate, but declined after sampling one and stuck with the water. They had a ping pong table and foosball. They even had a guitar to sign out. Two video games for bored kids. The kids had a lot of fun in the pool and lake. Oh yes, a fishing rod could also be signed out. The place is intimate with only 62 rooms. The main club house is warm and cozy. I heard they hosts a lot of weddings and birthday celebrations. They have many repeat guests returning year after year. I will definitely return. Looking forward to swimming and scenic canoeing amongst the loons. All the staff worked hard but still managed to smile. We particularly enjoyed the friendly Mexican staff, with whom I could practice my basic Spanish. Raymond was fantastic and became our friend and spoiled us. We also liked his girlfriend Ellie and all the rest of the servers.

Ruth