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The 10 Best Free Things to do in Prince Edward County, Prince Edward County
Discover the best top things to do in Prince Edward County, United States including Andrew Csafordi Studio Gallery, Mad Dog Gallery, Oeno Gallery, Karlo Estates Winery, The County Cider Company, Sandbanks Estate Winery, Closson Chase Vineyard, Harwood Estate Vineyards, Sugarbush Vineyards, Point Petre Wildlife Conservation Area.
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1. Andrew Csafordi Studio Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 59 reviews
A graduate of the Ontario College of Art, Andrew paints exclusively with molten “encaustic” beeswax, incorporating other mediums. Luminous textures bring the viewer into an organic landscape unlike any other. His masterful paintings move naturally from two dimensions to three, from reality to colourful imagination, often echoing the fluidity of landscapes in The County. His works create a focal point and spark great conversation in one’s home or office. An exciting renaissance of this ancient “encaustic beeswax technique” has been growing with excitement. His sculptural paintings can be seen in his magnificent century-old BARN Gallery and new ANDARA Gallery also located onsite in the heart of Prince Edward County. Encaustic Painting workshops and gift certificates available. The Studio and Galleries are located minutes NW of the village of Bloomfield; first road north of Huff Estates Inn & Winery in the heart of Prince Edward County wine country.
Reviewed By M4640OZmegand
I took Andrew’s 2 day encaustic workshop with a couple of friends. It was a great weekend! We learned so many different encaustic techniques and ended up leaving on Sunday with a bunch of our own new works of art. Andrew and his wife are very friendly and easy going. The property and Galleries are beautiful. Definitely a place to visit!
2. Mad Dog Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By Parishhall - Picton, Canada
Owners are great supporters of local artists. The Gallery is housed in a beautiful old barn - and a fun place to find down a country road.
3. Oeno Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 108 reviews
Located in beautiful Prince Edward County adjacent to a winery, the Oeno Gallery exhibits contemporary art by artists from this region; other parts of Canada, and occasionally, exceptional international artists. The Gallery space is light-filled, with separate painting and sculpture exhibition spaces and also features a 3.5 acres outdoor sculpture garden.
Reviewed By ITaveler - Montreal, Canada
Enjoyed our visit to the garden a lot! Very interesting sculptures and great landscaping. Super creative.I think to visit the gallery indoors you need to book in advance. But gardens are accessible any time and amazing. Highly recommended!
4. Karlo Estates Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 316 reviews
The County’s largest portfolio of unique premium wines made by Master Winemaker and Wine Judge, Richard Karlo. Chardonnay CHOA, Lake on the Mountain Riesling, Frontenac Gris Rosé, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Quintus - the 5 Bordeaux blend, The 5th Element - 100% Petit Verdot, Port~style wines ~ VanAlstine Port and VanAlstine White. 93 acres with North America’s largest Dry Stone bridge, Loft Gallery of oil painter, Sherry Martin. Tastings in 1845 post & beam barn, on covered sundeck or picnic at North America’s Largest Dry Stone bridge. Wine by the glass can be enjoyed anywhere on the 93 acres accept the parking lot.
Reviewed By 253merib
My husband and I had a wonderful night. We had a wine tasting provided by Laurie Ann, who was really knowledgeable about the history of the winery and the wine varietals! It was really fun and we’re looking forward to going back to Karlo Estates again this summer :)
5. The County Cider Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 284 reviews
We grow apples and produce hard cider. Our retail store is housed in a renovated barn circa 1860. We offer tutored tasting flights of our ciders. Our retail store sells local products, as well as t-shirts, glassware, other gift items and lots of cider! Please book tasting appointments in advance via our website (groups of 8 or less, 19+). Dogs are welcome on leash.
Reviewed By MareeC0x - Ottawa, Canada
Sadly we didn’t have reservations so we could only visit the store. It’s a must for next time. It was very busy so make sure you reserve in advance
6. Sandbanks Estate Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 674 reviews
Reviewed By 130brittneyl
The experience was great, Zita was amazing very informative and so nice and friendly!! Would definitely come back, I really recommend coming to Sandbanks Estate Winery.
7. Closson Chase Vineyard
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 88 reviews
Closson Chase is a quality-driven producer that has helped spearhead the birth of the Prince Edward County wine industry. Since 1999, it has been committed to creating distinctive wines that rival the world’s finest. Set in Hillier, Ontario, the estate is over 30 acres of south facing, limestone-rich soil under vine; planted high density to the classic Burgundian-varietals of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir with small yields, French-inspired vinification and careful barreling in 100% French oak.
Reviewed By cailiem - Ottawa, Canada
I visited Closson Chase on a whim and I am SO GLAD I did because it was the cutest vineyard I have ever seen. From the gorgeous purple barn that has been expertly restored to the gorgeous stained glass motif and garden patio set up, it was such a pretty little place. I did a wine flight tasting, sampling a white and 2 reds. The service was great - they gave us different glasses for each wine (I know this is standard practice but a few other vineyards I visited used the same glass for each different tasting), the staff were knowledgeable and very friendly. I loved the wines I sampled (1 white and 2 reds) and picked up a few bottles. They do not serve food, so to go at 2 or 3pm for just a wine tasting was excellent! I wouldn't hesitate to tell everyone to add Closson Chase to their County visit!
8. Harwood Estate Vineyards
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Harwood is a 100% Solar-Powered winery in Hillier, Prince Edward County, Ontario, producing internationally acclaimed wines. Every visit is a tour because our Tasting Room is inside the production area of the winery, which is located in the centre of all our vineyards. Chair, RV and bike friendly. Electric car changing for customers.
Reviewed By joan19602017 - Kingston, Canada
I highly recommend people stop and try the variety of really good wines that Harwood produces. Their staff are amazing. I had a wonderful experience ordering a mixed case of wine from John. Yesterday I visited with some friends for a tasting. The woman who assisted up was extremely knowledgeable and fun. I will be going back again and again, and I will certainly be ordering more online as well.
9. Sugarbush Vineyards
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
Sugarbush Vineyards is a small family owned (Robert & Sally Peck) and operated vineyard and winery located in Prince Edward County, Ontario, Canada. We are the garagiste winery of Prince Edward County. Garagiste:\GA-razh-EEST\ n. fr.A passionate winemaker who creates limited production premium wine in a garage-sized winery. We produce 100% estate grown vinifera wines, 7 varietals and some fun blends (Red, Not Red and Almost Red). We also have a picnic area and wine available by the glass. We serve gourmet grilled cheese July/Aug 11:30-4 on Thurs thru Sun. We have a children's play area and are pet friendly. We are open daily 10:30-5:30. Week-ends only in Dec. Open in Jan by appointment, week-ends Feb & March. Drop in, we would love to show you what makes us special!
Reviewed By lorisp702 - Hamilton, Canada
Was served by the owner and she was wonderful. We tried the reds and she pushed the Maple Red and I’m glad she did . Purchased several bottles to go and if and when we come back will be happy to stop in again a must place to visit on your wine tour
10. Point Petre Wildlife Conservation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
While a simple beach on Lake Ontario, it is right next to CFB Picton Training area where in the 1950's, models of the Avro Arrow were launched to test wing shapes.
Reviewed By kimberleigha2017 - Toronto, Canada
We love going to Point Petre, no matter what time of year, it's beautiful. Unfortunately, hunters have been going there and not picking up their shot gun shells. It's sad to see all the garbage all over the beach. My kids decided to reuse the shells to make a beach Christmas tree was the best thing to do...
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