OUR STORY
At Taboo Muskoka we believe that a great resort experience goes beyond a perfectly fluffed pillow, manicured golf greens and a great meal. For us, it's about feeling genuinely welcome each time - and any time - you connect with us. It's all about having the freedom to do what you please when it pleases you. Or maybe the pure pleasure of doing nothing at all.
Our History
Taboo Muskoka has been welcoming guests to the shores of our stunning Lake Muskoka location since 1926, first as the Muskoka Beach Inn, when guests mainly arrived by horse and buggy from the Gravenhurst railway station, and then from 1959, as the Muskoka Sands. Since 1984, the resort has been part of the Great Gulf Group of Companies, one of North America's top real estate organizations, and a labour of love for the Reisman family, who have expanded and transformed our destination for 21st-century living while retaining our unique character.
The landmark Ron Garl designed Taboo golf course opened in 2002, a major milestone in Muskoka's emergence as a top North American golf destination and the next step from the Sands, our original 9-hole golf course designed by legendary Canadian golf course architect Stanley Thompson. The catchy Taboo name stuck and was soon embraced by the entire resort. At Taboo Muskoka we are proud of our unique balance of boutique hotel and expansive resort, a combination that perfectly reflects both our legendary surroundings and our modern style. Taboo Muskoka strives to be local in the very best sense of the word.
Make yourself at home
Most of all, we know that our team runs the hotel, but you, our guests, run the show. Here, at Taboo Muskoka, every traveler has the chance to go, to do, to explore - or do nothing at all. It is all about your relaxation and enjoyment.
Thank you for visiting and staying with us at Taboo Muskoka.
The Journey
At Taboo Muskoka Resort, our story begins with a simple belief: Muskoka should be experienced in a way that feels personal, unhurried, and deeply connected to the land and water that define it. Set along the shores of Lake Muskoka, Taboo has always been a place where people come to slow down and reconnect—whether that's with nature, with one another, or with themselves. Long before “boutique” was a buzzword, Taboo was quietly offering something different: an intimate lakeside escape that balances refined comfort with the raw beauty of Muskoka's granite shoreline, towering pines, and unforgettable sunsets.
Over the years, our resort has evolved, but our purpose has remained the same. We focus on thoughtful experiences rather than excess, creating spaces and moments that feel warm, authentic, and unmistakably Muskoka. From mornings that begin with mist rising off the lake, to evenings spent watching the sky change colour over the water, every detail is designed to let the setting speak for itself.
Taboo is also shaped by the people who bring it to life. Our team takes pride in genuine hospitality—anticipating needs, remembering preferences, and welcoming guests like they belong here. It's this personal touch, paired with our natural surroundings, that turns first-time visits into lasting traditions.
Today, Taboo Muskoka Resort continues to offer a quieter, more meaningful take on luxury. One rooted in nature, elevated by design, and defined by experiences that linger long after you've left the shoreline.
This is our story.
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