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Rusted Roots.

Hand-built tiny cabin and woodland campsites on five Canadian Shield acres near Sharbot Lake.

Rusted Roots
01 — About

The brief.

Rusted Roots is a five-acre property in the Canadian Shield near Sharbot Lake, Ontario, built by hand by founder Joseph. The grove mixes woods, deer trails, cliffs, marsh, and a spring-fed pond, with private trails connecting to the K&P Historic Rail Trail. Lodging centres on Petite Maison Rouge, a hand-built tiny cabin booked through Airbnb, alongside woodland campsites along the Wanderland Trail at Twisted Roots Campground. The operation emphasises reclaimed materials, support for local artisans, and travel that leaves the land better than found. Dogs are welcome throughout, and stays can be paired with artisan charcuterie boxes and fireside setups for celebrations.

02 — Programs

4. ways in.

  1. 01

    Petite Maison Rouge Tiny Cabin

    For: Couples, solo travelers, families, celebration guests; dog-friendly

    Hand-built tiny cabin with queen bed, kitchenette, faux fireplace, Starlink Wi-Fi, Roku TV, mini-library, board games, blackout blinds, and a private washroom bunkie with seasonal outdoor shower. Outdoor grill, camp stove, firepit, and complimentary first-night wood. Booked via Airbnb.

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  2. 02

    Twisted Roots Campground

    For: Campers seeking woodland sites with trail access; dog-friendly

    Woodland campsites along the Wanderland Trail set among pines, cliffs, and marsh areas on the five-acre property. Private trails connect to the K&P Historic Rail Trail for walking, biking, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling.

  3. 03

    Artisan Charcuterie Boxes

    For: Stay guests wanting locally sourced provisions

    Locally sourced boxes featuring artisan cheese, cured meats, seasonal extras, and crackers wrapped in compostable materials. Requires 48 hours advance notice.

  4. 04

    Celebration Add-Ons

    For: Birthday, anniversary, and honeymoon guests

    Welcome baskets and packages featuring wine or cider, handwritten notes, and fireside setups arranged for celebration stays. Tour recommendations for the surrounding Sharbot Lake area provided on request.

03 — Notable

Worth knowing.

  1. 01Five-acre property in the Canadian Shield near Sharbot Lake, OntarioSource ↗
  2. 02Private trails connect to the K&P Historic Rail TrailSource ↗
  3. 03Petite Maison Rouge tiny cabin is hand-built and booked via AirbnbSource ↗
  4. 04Dog-friendly across cabin and campgroundSource ↗
  5. 05Charcuterie boxes require 48 hours advance noticeSource ↗
Today

Outside the door.

Air Quality
5
aqhi · moderate
UV Index
3.1
scale 0–11
Humidity
25%
relative
Wind
16 km/h
North
Temp
+24°
H 24° · L 7°
Sun
05:23 / 20:46
15h 23m daylight
A
GOOD DAY TO BE OUTSIDE

24° with 16 km/h wind. Go enjoy it.

04 — Visit

Get in
touch.

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Address
Sharbot Lake, Ontario, Canada
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AER’s guide to Rusted Roots · Compiled from rustedroots.caLast verified 2026-06-01