Frequently Asked Questions
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Anupaya is for people looking to slow down and reconnect with nature.
If your ideal getaway is mornings with a coffee on the deck, afternoons by the water, campfires under the stars and a quieter pace of life, you’ll probably feel right at home.
Our cabins are nestled in nature on a private beach, so you’ll experience the sights and sounds that come with it - fresh air, birdsong, sandy feet, changing weather, wildlife, and yes, the occasional insect. At Anupaya, nature isn’t kept carefully outside the experience - it surrounds you.
If you’re looking for a hotel-style stay with identical rooms, sealed windows and an urban resort experience, Anupaya may not be the right fit - and that’s okay. We believe the right guests are the ones who come here to embrace nature, not escape it.
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All of our cabins include luxurious king-sized beds, full kitchens, private fire pits, BBQs, thoughtful amenities and access to our private beach, canoes and peaceful waterfront setting. The difference isn’t the location - it’s the style of cabin experience.
Our Classic Cabins are thoughtfully restored three-season cabins, full of character and the timeless charm of a traditional Canadian cottage. They celebrate a slower way of staying, where being closely connected to nature is part of the experience. If you love authentic cottage living, fresh air, open windows, campfires, and the nostalgia of a classic Canadian cottage, you’ll likely feel right at home.
Our Deluxe Cabins are our newest cabins, built from the ground up with contemporary design, upgraded construction, larger windows and elevated finishes. They also feature private hot tubs and are open year-round, making them the perfect choice for cozy winter getaways as well as summer escapes.
Many of our returning guests specifically choose our Classic Cabins because they love the nostalgia and authenticity of a traditional Canadian cottage, while others prefer the added comforts and year-round experience of our Deluxe Cabins. There isn’t a right or wrong choice - just the one that’s right for you.
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We’re located in Deep River, Ontario at 1696 Moores Rd. Our 12 acre property is nestled between the majestic Upper Ottawa River, Laurentian Mountains and the Eastern border of Algonquin Provincial Park, with access to over 6 million acres of woodland forest, pristine lakes and historic waterways. Anupaya Cabin Co has an amazing 1200ft white sand beach with incomparable views of the river and mountains.
For those visiting us from out of province, the closest airport is two hours away in Ottawa, Canada.
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All our cabins offer prime beachfront access.
Whether you opt for our Classic Studio Cabins, Deluxe Studio with Loft, or Classic Two Bedroom Cabins, you'll find yourself just a step away from sinking your toes into the warm sand. Positioned along the lower brim of our property, these accommodations provide direct beachfront living.
Additionally, our Classic One Bedroom Cabin, Deluxe Three Bedroom Cabin and Deluxe Two Bedroom Cabin are situated on the upper brim, are just a few steps away from the beach, ensuring easy access to the river!
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Absolutely! Summer in Canada wouldn’t be the same without them.
Every cabin has its own fire pit on the beach and a complimentary stack of firewood waiting on your deck when you arrive.
Additional bags of firewood are available throughout your stay for $10 each.
Campfires are permitted whenever local fire regulations allow. During periods of high fire risk or fire bans, all outdoor fires must be extinguished and suspended in accordance with municipal regulations.
When you’re finished with your fire, please use the buckets provided to extinguish it with river water rather than covering it with sand, which damages and buries our fire pits.
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Yes! We love dogs.
Dogs are welcome in most of our cabins for $30 per night, with a maximum of two dogs per cabin.
To ensure everyone enjoys their stay, dogs must be:
Declared at the time of booking.
Leashed whenever they’re outside your cabin.
Under their owner’s control at all times.
Not left unattended in cabins or elsewhere on the property.
Kept off all furniture and bedding.
We know pets are family - we’re pet lovers too. These guidelines simply help us create a safe, comfortable and enjoyable experience for every guest (and every dog!).
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We offer two booking options so guests can choose the flexibility that works best for them:
BEST AVAILABLE FLEXIBLE RATE
Reservations booked under our Flexible Rate may be cancelled up to 30 days prior to arrival for a full refund, less a 5% processing fee. Cancellations made within 30 days of arrival are non-refundable.
DISCOUNTED NON-REFUNDABLE RATE
Our discounted rater offers a lower nightly price in exchange for a fully non-refundable booking. No refunds or changes can be made after booking.
All cancellations or booking changes must be submitted via email and confirmed by Anupaya Cabin Co.
Please note that refunds are not issued for weather, environmental conditions, travel delays or other circumstances outside our control after checkin.
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Absolutely. We love welcoming families who enjoy spending time outdoors together.
Anupaya isn’t designed around organized activities or high-energy entertainment. It’s a place for slow mornings, beach days, paddling, campfires, reading, exploring the woods and simply being together.
Many of our guests choose Anupaya specifically because it’s quiet. They come here to rest, reconnect and enjoy the stillness of nature. While laughter and play are a wonderful part of cabin life, we ask that children are supervised and that excessive yelling, screaming and outdoor noise are kept to a minimum so everyone can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.
For many families, Anupaya is an incredible fit. For others, it may not be.
If your family enjoys slowing down, exploring nature and respecting shared quiet spaces, we think you’ll absolutely love it here. If your children are happiest in louder, more active resort environments, another destination may simply be a better fit.
We encourage every guest to spend a little time browsing our website and photos before booking - they do a pretty good job of capturing the experience we’re trying to create.
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Yes! We have canoes, life jackets and paddles available at no additional cost for the duration of your stay! Please note that paddling is not without risk and all guests who choose to venture out on the water and make use of our equipment do so at their own risk. Unfortunately, we do not offer paddling instruction and require that anyone paddling our boats sign a waiver and attest to having adequate knowledge of safe paddling protocol and technique. For those who do, there are some incredible spots to explore right off the beach so please feel free to ask for suggestions!
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Absolutely. Deep River is located 5 minutes away from our resort and has a beautiful fully stocked grocery store, health food store, zero waste shop and LCBO.
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Not really - and that’s by design.
We understand that some folks head off on vacation hoping for a weekend of glorious debauchery with friends and family. We genuinely support that choice… there are so many wonderful places where that kind of celebration is embraced.
But it ain’t Anupaya.
Anupaya was created as a place for rest, renewal and slowing down. It’s somewhere to hear the river, gather around a campfire, paddle at sunrise, read a book on the beach and reconnect with the people you’re with.
That doesn’t mean you can’t laugh, celebrate or stay up around the fire with your favourite people. We simply ask that your enjoyment doesn’t come at the expense of someone else’s peace.
Many of our guests choose Anupaya because it’s one of the few places left where they can truly experience silence, stillness and quiet outdoors. To help preserve that experience, outdoor music isn’t permitted, and we ask everyone to be mindful of their volume - especially during the evening.
If you’re looking for a lively resort where the music is loud and the party goes late, we’re probably not the right fit. If you’re looking for somewhere to slow down, breathe deeply and reconnect, we think you’ll feel right at home.