Bayview Park Resort

Business Details

50+ Years

experience

Family Camping & Cottage Rentals in Ontario

Bayview Park Resort has been a family-operated campground since 1961, offering a unique blend of natural beauty and modern amenities on the shores of Crowe Lake. Our legacy began with Otto & Pauline Lingertat, who transformed undeveloped land into a sanctuary for family camping, preserving the environment while creating lifelong memories. Today, their daughter Ruth and husband Bruce continue this tradition, welcoming second, third, and fourth-generation families to experience our 3-season park. We specialize in seasonal camping, cottage rentals, and eco-tourism, emphasizing sustainable practices and community engagement. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our meticulously maintained gardens, safe sandy beaches, and family-friendly activities like Christmas in July and Halloween events.

We offer new and resale cottages with financing options through Walker Financial Services, ensuring accessibility for all budgets. Located in Marmora, Ontario, we provide immersive experiences in a region rich with local history, wetlands education, and outdoor recreation. Our team prioritizes personalized service, offering by-appointment tours to help clients find their ideal summertime retreat. With over 60 years of experience, we remain dedicated to preserving Pauline Lingertat's gardening legacy and fostering intergenerational connections. Our future vision includes passing this cherished property to the next generation while maintaining its status as a premier destination for family fun and natural exploration.

Services

Seasonal Camping Cottage Rentals New Cottage Sales Eco-Tourism Programs Local Heritage Tours

Details

Year established: 1961

Highlights and features

We offer over 60 years of family-operated camping expertise
Our cottages feature modern designs with full manufacturer warranties
We provide exclusive financing options through Walker Financial Services
Our park preserves natural ecosystems while offering modern amenities
We host unique family events like Christmas in July and Halloween weekends

What people say

Stunning lake views Well-maintained gardens Family traditions Eco-education programs Unique seasonal events

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Services

Seasonal Camping

Our seasonal camping program offers immersive nature experiences on Crowe Lake's shores. Guests enjoy 3-season access to preserved natural landscapes with modern amenities like electrical hookups and recreational facilities. Ideal for families seeking intergenerational connections through activities like guided wetland tours and holiday celebrations.

Cottage Rentals

We provide fully-equipped cottage rentals designed for comfortable seasonal living. These Canadian-made units feature efficient floor plans, themed bunk rooms, and outdoor living spaces. All rentals meet CSA Z-241 safety standards while maintaining aesthetic harmony with our natural surroundings.

New Cottage Sales

Our new cottage sales program offers custom-designed park models with manufacturer warranties. Clients can choose from modern designs or collaborate on personalized layouts. Financing options through Walker Financial Services include low interest rates and extended amortization periods for qualified buyers.

Eco-Tourism Programs

Our eco-tourism initiatives focus on wetland conservation and lake ecosystem education. Programs highlight the environmental benefits of healthy wetlands, including water purification and mosquito population control. Guided tours emphasize the region's biodiversity and the importance of preserving natural habitats for future generations.

Local Heritage Tours

We curate cultural experiences exploring Marmora's mining history and architectural heritage. Tours include visits to the Marmoraton Mine site, O'Hara Mill Homestead, and Petroglyphs Provincial Park. These programs connect guests with the area's 19th-century industrial legacy and Indigenous cultural significance.

People

Otto Lingertat

Founder

Otto co-founded Bayview Park Resort in 1961, transforming undeveloped land into a family camping destination while preserving natural ecosystems. His vision established the park's environmental stewardship principles and family-centric values that continue today.

Pauline Lingertat

Co-Founder

Pauline Lingertat shaped the park's horticultural legacy through her passion for gardening. Her dedication to maintaining beautiful flower gardens and landscaped trails continues through annual preservation efforts that honor her original vision for the property.

Ruth Lingertat

Current Operator

As daughter of the founders, Ruth continues the family tradition with 40+ years of hands-on experience. She oversees daily operations while maintaining the park's commitment to environmental preservation and intergenerational family experiences.

Bruce Lingertat

Co-Operator

Bruce works alongside Ruth to maintain the park's standards of excellence. With decades of experience in campground management, he focuses on infrastructure improvements while upholding the family's original vision for sustainable recreation.

Steve Hawkins

Financing Specialist

Steve coordinates financing options through Walker Financial Services. With expertise in recreational property loans, he helps clients navigate purchase arrangements including low-interest financing and extended payment plans for qualified buyers.

Questions

What seasons are available for camping?

We operate as a 3-season campground from spring through fall, offering optimal weather conditions for outdoor activities and lake access.

Can I purchase a cottage year-round?

Cottage purchases are available seasonally, with new and resale units ready for summer occupancy through our structured sales program.

Are financing options available?

Yes, we offer financing through Walker Financial Services with competitive rates, extended amortization, and dealer plan options for qualified buyers.

What family activities are offered?

We host Christmas in July, Halloween events, guided wetland tours, and access to local historical sites like the Marmoraton Mine and Petroglyphs Provincial Park.

How do I schedule a property tour?

Tours are available by appointment only to ensure personalized service. Contact our office to arrange your visit during operational seasons.

What environmental initiatives exist?

We maintain healthy wetlands that naturally filter water and control mosquito populations, while educating guests about ecosystem preservation through guided eco-tours.

Reviews (4)

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Wayne Jones

Sep 12, 2021 Report

A Day in the Life at Bayview Summer of 2020 and 2021:
- Park washrooms, showers laundry closed for the entire season
- Park Fun All events remained cancelled except the owners personal charity golf tournament
- Beach water floaties not installed
- Maintenance Service Requests no longer managed by park management campers must make their own arrangement for any repairs no onsite service provided by owners and campers must be onsite for technicians to fix your cottager
- Visitors must provide considerable upfront, personal confidential information to park management to determine

Jewel Miller

Dec 13, 2020 Report

I visit a very good friend at Bayview Park. It's $10 a day to visit unless the person you are visiting pays a visitor fee with their lot fees. It's a beautiful park but when visiting you park at the front of the park, if the person you are visiting comes to pick you up from the front thats perfect, if you have to walk It's a loooooong walk.

Scotty Toohotty

Dec 04, 2020 Report

Used to camp there and was good when auto ran it. The daughter took over and is all about the dollar now. Im hearing from campers I know there that they havnt even opened the playground for the kids yet. Sounds more like a dictatorship then a fun summer retreat. The real fun is glen allen. Halloween for the kids last weekend was great!

Janice Pinke

Jul 17, 2020 Report

WE LOVE THIS PARK! and so will you....bottom line.....family oriented with gorgeous views. I'm not often lacking for words but I can't say enough about this place. It's beautiful, clean, and worth every penny. Best park in Ontario if you ask us.