Les Gayne, owner of the Norsemen Restaurant, recalls the story of a recent guest telling of how he learned about the restaurant. "The fellow was leaving his home in San Francisco, rushing to catch a cab to the airport when a friend calls to him from across the street, asking him where he was going. He yells back, "Canada."
"But where?" his friend calls back.
"Ontario, north of Toronto, near Huntsville," came the answer.
"The Norsemen, go to the Norsemen Restaurant," his friends calls over.

Located north of Huntsville, at the edge of Walker Lake on Limberlost Road the Norsemen Restaurant has earned a superior reputation. "We have a more game oriented menu," states Les, mentioning such items as Chef Harvey's Cassoulet, grilled Venison and Caribou. The rest of the menu is equally inviting. Choose from rack of lamb, pork or beef tenderloin, grilled chicken, and a nice selection of sea foods.

Appetizers include escargot, sushi or warmed goat's cheese on flat bread with a sun dried tomato coulis, sweet peppers and artichoke antipasto. If you are vegetarian try the wild rice and polenta with lentils, spinach and tomato. And for dessert there are such mouth watering treats as Berry Feuilletage; fresh berries with vanilla custard, served on pastry with fruit coulis, and the Norsemen white chocolate cheesecake.

All these are superbly prepared by the highly accomplished Chef Harvey, whose training and experience is rooted in the classic French style. All the details are available in the Restaurant section.

Les, along with his wife Suzi, manage both the restaurant and the modest cottage resort situated along the Walker Lake shoreline. Drawing from his years of experience in rental accommodations, Les takes care of the extensive wine list, personally picking a full range of premium quality reds, whites, and sparkling wines and champagnes from all over the world.

"I want people to have such a good time that they will want to bring their friends back here," Les concludes.

...taken from a review on restaurantica.com

It was referred to as 'the best kept secret in Muskoka' and it certainly is! A beautiful location in an old lodge. Patio and window seats overlook the lake.
Everything from the bread to the appetizers to the main courses were exceptional. Very friendly and knowledgeable servers.
This is a high class restaurant in a quiet Muskoka location. Very highly recommended!

...taken from a review on tripadvisor.com

Walker Lake Resort and the Norsemen Restaurant provided the best cottage-country experience. All the accommodations are situated on the water, and all are very clean & in good repair.
The resort has 2 modern small homes available, but we chose a smaller rustic cabin. The lake was clean and there were no big boats roaring around.
We stayed there in October when the leaves were starting to change color. When it rained we would sit by the fire and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
The owners were friendly, and the restaurant was amazing. We were surprised to find the perfect fine dining experience in such a rural setting.
We had a wonderful time, and wouldn't hesitate to recommend Walker Lake Resort to anyone.

Renting a cottage as a vacation choice has become increasingly popular over the past few years. There are many resorts in central and northern Ontario that offer cottage rentals, so why should you choose Walker Lake Resort? Why do so many people come back to stay with us year after year?

Location is a big factor. Walker Lake Resort is easily accessible - only 2.4 km off a major highway. That's just far enough that you'll never hear the sounds of traffic, but still close enough to be a short, pleasant drive. Our rental cottages are just 12.5 km from Huntsville. Shopping, antique hunting, sightseeing; everything is close by, but here at the resort it is always peaceful and quiet.

Walker Lake Resort has a variety of cottages you can rent. There are no 12'x12' cookie-cutter cabins here! Our cottages range from the cozy rustic style, right up to the full sized modern Viceroy, and everything in between. Choose the type of vacation experience you want, then contact us to reserve your place.

Here at Walker Lake Resort we have the perfect setting, with something for everyone. There is lots of space on the docks, with plenty of comfortable chairs for reading or sunning. There are open grassy areas dotted with wildflowers, and acres of tall trees and massive rock outcroppings. There are winding roads to explore, and a clean sand beach with a gentle slope into the water. And did we mention the lake?

Walker Lake is the perfect size. There is plenty of space for canoeing, swimming and fishing, and the water is clean and inviting. The 8 mph speed limit on the lake does not permit water-skiing or jet skis, so you can enjoy the haunting call of the loon and the tranquil quiet.

Renting a cottage at Walker Lake Resort gives you a unique advantage, not found anywhere else in Ontario. You are just steps away from The Norsemen Restaurant. This fine dining establishment is the top of the mark in cottage county, and it's right on your doorstep!

This is truly the best luxury available. After a relaxing day in the sun, you can dress up for dinner and be pampered at this superior establishment. Sample the tasty creations of Chef Harvey - and don't forget the dessert!

We hope to see you soon.