I am so exited to tell you folks about Nature’s Harmony…a gorgeous off the grid bed and breakfast just a little north of Mattawa ON.  Jen and Tzach are your hosts on this grand adventure, and their own story is as fascinating as their lovely home.

Nestled within 485 acres of undisturbed forested land, visitors to Nature’s Harmony have an infinite selection of things to do and see when they come.  Trails wind their way through the forests for hiking, skiing or snowshoeing, larger (but somewhat rough) roads lead down to Bang’s Bay and the Ottawa River beyond for canoeing and kayaking, and the stunning log home is just a lovely place to relax and enjoy a quality of quiet that a city dweller could never imagine.

Nature’s Harmony is entirely off the grid.  The are dependant only on themselves for their water, hydro and heat:

Our water source is drawn from a spring-fed well; there is a septic system and our heating is provided by two woodstoves. There is also a propane furnace that is programmed to come on if the temperature drops below a certain level. Our energy is provided by eight 120-watt solar panels and a 1000-watt wind turbine, mounted on a 65-foot tower. The solar and wind energy pass through separate charge controllers which then charge a 24-volt battery system. The energy then passes through an inverter which converts the energy from DC (battery voltage) into 110 watts AC (home power). If the energy demand exceeds the supply from the sun and/or wind, a propane generator automatically kicks in to charge the batteries.

Awesome, isn’t it?

So, whether you find yourself dreaming of a life off grid, and you want to see how Jen and Tzach have made it work, or you’re just looking for a grand adventure, go visit Nature’s Harmony and discover for yourself one of the most comfortable Bed and Breakfasts, and some of the most gorgeous wilderness I’ve ever seen!