Sands on Golden Lake

The view is breathtaking, the duck poop all over the beach and floating in the water less so, but I understand that the ducks float to this property because at this time of year, they’re not hunted

For passing through hotel beautiful view on the lake. But because of low season almost all dining possibilities within 30km closed when we checked in at 6.30 pm

Cabin was advertised air conditioned but is not. staff was snarky when asked about it( 40’C that weekend). Had to buy a portable one from walmart. Bathtub was dirty. Great location, lake is beautiful.

All rooms face the lake so the view is great. Rooms are clean and the staff are friendly and helpful.

The location of the Sands on Golden Lake is very nice. The beach and entrance to the water is very sandy and the water is shallow for a long ways. It would be very nice for families with small children. However, the property is dated, not as elegant as it is portrayed, and completely overpriced for what it is. The service was not great, in that we arrived early and were essentially told to go away and come back for 3:00 p.m check in. No effort was made to even check whether our room might be ready such that an early check in was possible. Additionally, the restaurant, which was good, but also not as elegant as portrayed, did not open for breakfast. I would not return.

The best thing about this place is the outstanding views across the lake. Simple, rustic fare on the menu but you have to order before about 7pm. Nothing open after 8 so if you want to drink bring your own. Large bedroom was very clean despite the whole place feeling a bit tired. Light breakfast and coffee to set you on your way.

I liked the room and property. Didnt get any information about the property or amenities on check in.

Excellent place to just rest and relax. The beach is nice and sandy and water was very warm. It was quiet and the restaurant had good options. It is not a fancy place but excellent for a relaxing trip.

It's difficult to rate this property, there was so much that was great and so much that was not. I'll start with the great; - very large remodelled rooms with fridge, coffee maker, small table & tub chairs, beds are comfy & rooms seem soundproof - wonderful beach & lake views from all rooms - great location, on the highway, lots of parking The not so great: - 1 ply TP (annoying & we use twice as much) - no microwave - Restaurant closed Mondays and only open 3 hours for supper other days, no breakfast hours - 1 server in dining room at supper, 7 tables occupied she had to tend bar. PLEASE, hire more staff, its not fair to your staff and certainly not fun for guests (some walked out) - great menu on-line (with salmon, pickerel, trout, steak, ribs etc), but that's not what was actually available, it was roadhouse / burger & chips fare. It was ok, but nothing to get excited about - the lawn could use mowing - not all rooms had lawnchairs, we had to go searching - the cigarette butt pails could use some sand (they were stinky) perhaps even new buckets - lots of cobwebs under the outside decks (above where we sat on the ground floor) & appear not to have been swept in quite awhile - they're in the process of freshening up the white paint outside (looks nice) but why paint the stair treads white? they're already dirty, they'll stay dirty, looks bad, use another colour In summary, would I stay here again? Probably, but I'd see what else was in the area first.