SF3 San Francisco By The Bay

There’s something oh-so-indulgent about being waterside. The swell of the water can be downright hypnotic, the shades of blue mesmerizing, the rippling breezes almost intoxicating. Little wonder that Frenchman’s Bay in Pickering seems to have become a go-to place for the who’s who seeking refuge from the city bustle these days.

Just off the party room find the stunning pool area, complete with a sunken living room space to take entertaining al fresco into a whole new dimension.

Enjoy cocktails around a firepit and then fire up dinner at one of the barbeques. Or, simply while the day away in celebrity-style, beneath a private cabana or umbrella. The signature life can be all yours, cabana boy not included.

Who says the best parties end up in the kitchen? At SF3, the party can flow right outdoors onto the spectacular pool terrace, where a firepit, barbeque areas and dining table await. So head on out: gorgeous sunsets will pair wonderfully with everything on your menu.

From the picturesque streetscapes and whooshing of sails luffing in the breeze at the nearby 200 slip marina, to majestic birds soaring over the conservation area and serene lakeside walkways, Frenchman’s Bay serves up something for everyone.

Head for the water and the protected bay via kayak or canoe; try the newest core-strengthening workout on a paddleboard. Or pack a baguette and brie, hoist the sails and head out on to the open lake towards Toronto or beyond.

Prefer terra firma? Stroll, run or cycle the lakefront trails, where cotton candy pink sunrises and crimson sunsets appear with wonderful regularity.

Dig your toes into the sand along almost 3 kms of sandy beaches. Or, opt for a waterside seat at one of the many cafes and eateries and just soak in the spectacular view. And then there’s the nearby nautical village. Here, postcard-worthy streets are lined with quaint boutiques for urbanistas to work-out their credit cards at a big-city pace. Enjoy musical entertainment at Millennium Square, or settle back in one the area’s many fine dining establishments and bask over the day’s bounty.