Off-Grid Forest Bunkie • Trails & Stargazing

Choose The Pinecone Bunkie as your off-grid escape to rest, reset, and reconnect with nature. Tucked on 40 forested acres, this cozy retreat invites you to slow down. Guests love the starry skies, quiet trails, and simple comforts—like the outdoor shower, fire pit, and lofted queen bed. Sip coffee on the porch, grill under the gazebo, or unwind by the fire. This is where the noise of everyday life fades away.

We’re not on site, but we’re just a call or message away if you need anything. Just note that cell signal is limited, though you can usually connect near the front gate.

Here's a list of some local attractions:

• Backus Heritage Conservation Area: 10 km (12-minute drive)
• Port Dover Beach: 20 km (20-minute drive)
• Lynn Valley Trail: 15 km (15-minute drive)
• Turkey Point Provincial Park: 25 km (25-minute drive)
• Long Point Provincial Park: 40 km (35-minute drive)
• Norfolk Arts Centre at Lynnwood National Historic Site: 15 km (15-minute drive)
• Whistling Gardens: 30 km (30-minute drive)
• Burning Kiln Winery: 25 km (25-minute drive)
• Waterford Heritage & Agricultural Museum: 25 km (25-minute drive)
• Simcoe Lions Community Centre: 15 km (15-minute drive)
• Eva Brook Donly Museum & Archives: 15 km (15-minute drive)
• Norfolk Golf & Country Club: 15 km (15-minute drive)
• Woodhouse Museum: 20 km (20-minute drive)
• Delhi Tobacco Museum & Heritage Centre: 30 km (30-minute drive)
• St. Williams Conservation Reserve: 35 km (30-minute drive)


You’ll have full access to the bunkie, your fire pit, and miles of forest trails.

Please stay clear of farm fields and barns on the edge of the property

There are 3 other bunkies on-site, but you’ll still have plenty of privacy

15 minutes to Port Dover or Simcoe

Here’s what you’ll enjoy during your stay:
• A peaceful bunkie tucked in 40 forested acres
• Queen bed in a cozy loft (accessible by ladder)
• Fire pit with wood, 2 grills, and a shaded gazebo
• Simple kitchen setup with 2 person dining table, cooler, utensils, and BBQ
• Shower with warm water, shared toilet & outdoor well water tap
• Picnic table for outdoor dining
• Dog-friendly space with lots of room to roam
• Trails for exploring, star-gazing, and reconnecting

Come to The Pinecone Bunkie to truly unplug and unwind. The loft bed is cozy and comfortable, and you'll wake to soft morning light through the trees. There’s a small indoor table for two and solar lighting for nighttime ambiance. Prep food at the picnic table, grill over the fire, or just kick back with a book and listen to the birds.

Everything you need is here—just bring your blankets, your food, and your sense of adventure.

WHAT WE PROVIDE
• Bed linens and pillows
• Basin for sponge/cloth baths
• Toilet paper
• Grill for BBQ (bring your own charcoal)
• BBQ utensils
• First aid kit

WHAT TO BRING
• Drinking water
• Ice & food
• Coal for grilling
• Extra blankets
• Bug spray, sunscreen, garbage bags

For guests staying at the Pinecone Bunkie in Simcoe, ON public transit options are limited due to its rural setting. However, there are a few services available;

Ride Norfolk: Ride Norfolk offers an on-demand transit service across Norfolk County from Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. This service allows you to request trips through a mobile app, website, or phone, selecting your pick-up point and destination from available bus stops on a first-come, first-serve basis.

We like to keep things clear and upfront so you can feel 100% confident about what to expect. Here are a few helpful things to know before your stay:

Washroom & Shower: A shared washroom with warm/cold shower, toilet, and outdoor well-access tap is nearby and easy to access.

Water & Electricity There is no drinking water on-site—please bring your own. Electricity is available in the bunkie (solar-powered).

Wi-Fi & Cell Service: There is no Wi-Fi and very limited or no cell service. Plan to unplug and enjoy the quiet.

Garbage: There are no large garbage bins and no road side pickup. Please be prepared to bring your garbage to the dump during your stay, or you need to bring it home with you to dispose of. If any garbage is left behind a $75 cleanup, transfer and dump fee will be charged.

Temperature & Seasons: The bunkie is available year-round, however, it is not insulated. If you are coming in winter or intermit weather, we are assuming you "know what you're in for" and will pack and dress appropriately to be in the bush. In winter, the road may not be plowed and could require a short walk in. Bring extra blankets for chilly nights.

Guest Verification: To protect our home and stay aligned with short-term rental regulations, we use an independent verification process for all guests. Please note: If you are booking outside of Airbnb, before your booking begins, you will need to verify your details with us to complete your reservation. If you are not booking with Airbnb you will be contacted via email and/or text to complete the verification. You will also be given the choice between paying a refundable deposit or buying a non-refundable damage waiver. 

Cleaning & Safety: Your health and comfort matter to us. That’s why we follow a detailed cleaning and sanitization process after every guest checkout. Everything’s fresh and spotless when you arrive.

Bunkie in Forest - Winter Stays Available offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Norfolk County apartment is smoke free.