White water rafting on the Petawawa River

May/June White Water Rafting 2006

What a Team Building opportunity!
Ride the Spring flood through the town of Petawawa to where it empties into the Ottawa River.
This is for the adventure enthusiast. You are going to love this white water ride! Casa Wilkirk Retreat has enlisted the services of our neighbouring white water rafting and kayaking companies of which there are several in this area. We can customize a package exclusively for you. Have an exciting day out on the water and a comfortable and luxurious evening at the Casa, please join us! Call for reservations.
Fast furious, tight and technical. The Pet combines long roller coaster waves with steep adrenaline pumping drops.
Fourteen foot self bailing rafts captained by internationally certified guides.
Exclusive accommodations, spectacular sunrises and sunsets, and exquisite meals complete this package.
Single: $350.00
Couple: $550.00
Couple Master suite: $600.00
Includes: All safety equipment, self-bailing rafts, internationally certified guides, wet suits, riverside lunch, complimentary après rafting beer, juice or soft drink.
Suggested items to bring for White water rafting trip: Swimsuit, towel, low cut running shoes, polypropylene long underwear, wool/fleece sweater, wool/fleece socks, wind layer (e.g. Windbreaker and pants), bug repellent, sunscreen, warm clothes for after rafting and plastic bag for wet clothing.
This price does not include the necessary taxes, or 15% gratuity on food.
A 50% non refundable deposit is required at time of booking.
In order to take advantage of this great opportunity we need a minimum group of six people to book this package.
A waiver of liability agreement and medical questionnaire must be signed by each participant.
For more information and to book this event please phone 613 687 0011 or contact@casawilkirk.com.

Romance Package

Romancing the Casa
An evening of romance at CASA WILKIRK RETREAT
246 Victoria Street, Petawawa, Ontario
Saturdays 2006

Champagne in front of a cosy field stone fireplace or in the hot tub. Dinner, featuring a succulent feast of chicken and ribs, Chef’s rice ecstasy, sautéed vegetables, served with Caesar Salad, fresh rolls, decadent chocolate fondue dessert and then, exquisite overnight accommodations. Next morning enjoy Continental breakfast. Check out time is 11.00 am
Excellent value $269.00 per couple
Minimum 2 couples
Maximum 6 couples
Does not include taxes, or 15%gratuity
For Reservations phone 613 687 0011
Contact @casawilkirk.com
www.casawilkirk.com

Voyageur Canoe Trip

For the Adventurer!
Sights and Sounds Weekend Package
Voyageur Canoe Trip
July, August, September 2006
A weekend of adventure mixed in with great food relaxation and fun.

Spend the weekend with us at Casa Wilkirk Retreat in Petawawa
Your weekend starts with arrival at the Casa Friday, for a succulent dinner served at 7:00 pm.
Followed by full breakfast Saturday morning.
Thirty five foot Voyageur Canoe Trip with guide on the historic Ottawa River including shore line lunch break.
Evening meal, relax in the hot tub, and then a peaceful nights sleep.
Sunday morning enjoy breakfast on our upper Patio overlooking the Petawawa River.
Check out time is 11:00 am
Book your group of 12
Excellent value at: $ 689.00 per couple

Does not include taxes. A 50% deposit is required. You will be required to sign a waiver.
For Reservations phone 613 687 0011 contact@casawilkirk.com
Check out our web site and DVD Video at www.casawilkirk.com
Cancellation Policy
To secure a reservation we require a Credit Card number and a 50% deposit. For conferences we require thirty (30) days notice, for adventure packages we require forty five (45) days notice, and for regular bed and breakfast, we require (14) fourteen days notice for full refund. For all cancellations there is a $25.00 administration fee.

Casa Wilkirk Retreat

Casa Wilkirk Retreat
For the adventurer!
Watch for our Voyageur Canoe Trip Packages starting in July.

Spanish and Life Drawing Courses

Spring Courses at CASA WILKIRK RETREAT

Life Drawing with Model

8 weeks: Begins: March 29th.2006

Wednesdays: 7:30 to 9:30

Conversational Spanish

8 weeks: Begins: March 30th.

Thursdays: 7:30 to 9:30

Weddings

The happy family gathers in the Great Room at Casa Wilkirk Retreat. 

Weddings

Do you Don, take this woman to be your lawful wife? 

Weddings

You may kiss the bride. 

Weddings

A beautiful day, a happy couple. 

Weddings at Casa Wilkirk Retreat

Very Pretty. 

Hydrotherapeutic Hot Tub

mmmm, this is just too good. 

Hot Tub

The water feels just fine. 

Hot Tub Pictures

Hello Jin. May I join you? 

Casa Staff

Karen is a delightful young lady. 

Casa Staff

Our friendly, courteous staff will ensure your stay is most enjoyable. 

Casa Staff

Let me introduce you to Anita and our chef Jim. 

White Water Rafting

White Water Rafting down the Petawawa River shot from the Upper Deck of Casa Wilkirk Retreat. 

The Petawawa River

View of the Petawawa River from the Upper Deck. 

View of the Petawawa River from the Upper Deck

 

Upper Deck at Casa

There is plenty of room for your group to enjoy breakfast, lunch, the fresh air, scenary and sunshine as well as relaxation on our upper deck.
Come join us. 

The Upper Deck at Casa Wilkirk on a lovely Spring Day with GREAT friends. 

North Patio

The North Patio has large picture
windows facing the Petawawa River.

This picture gives you another angle to appreciate the size of our North Patio.

This is our North Patio. Suitable for Dining and for Business Meetings, this bright and cheery room will accomodate up to 50 Particpants. 

History of Casa Wilkirk

In Spanish casa means house. My name is Keith Selkirk Wille. My mother was Veryl Selkirk. My father was Horace Wille. From those names comes Wilkirk. Now that you understand the property name, let me explain the significance of Casa Wilkirk.

The house boasts post and beam construction throughout. Coming from virgin Ottawa Valley white pine which I have hand hewn from this property. Ceramics, hard woods and carpet cover the 7000 sq feet. The architectural features throughout have been influenced by a lifetime of international work assignments, including those to South America, Africa, Australia, Indonesia and the Canadian Arctic.

Collectibles from around the world are displayed throughout Wilkirk. These include African masks, a Calabash shell xylophone, various prints, Machu Pichu tapestry, oil paintings, carvings, Conquistador armour and other unique furniture items and artifacts.

Many next generation building techniques have been utilized throughout the structure. R2000 values have been achieved, balloon framing, energy efficient windows and extraordinary insulating techniques. Two air exchangers ensure a constant supply of filtered air. Water is supplied by a spring fed well.

A visit to Wilkirk is a memorable time spent away from your busy lifestyle. Wilkirk runs on a 24/7 timetable. Come relax as the river takes you away. There is a therapeutic quality about this property that stimulates the senses. The waterfront area is in the construction stage as well as professionally designed landscaping throughout the 2.2 acres that encompass Wilkirk.

Although Wilkirk is situated in the heart of the town of Petawawa your privacy is unencumbered by the local population. The world continues on around Wilkirk and life here remains unaffected. Canadian Forces Base Petawawa is 50 meters across the captivating river with a well forested rising hillside. Your privacy is ensured.

150 years ago the Petawawa River was one of the main tributaries utilized for massive logging operations. Historic remnants of this by gone era can still be experienced today. This early timber supplied England with a constant supply of timber for its Navy. The early explorers, including Samuel de Champlain, mapped and used this river for expanding trade routes. The Algonquin First Nations people greeted and aided these explorers. The river will cast its magical spell like a magnet. It wants to keep you here. The sights and sounds of wild nature will captivate you. The ever present chi of the Petawawa River provides the owner with a perpetual supply of energy, ambition and imagination to continue this personal challenge. Like the Phoenix, Wilkirk rises and spreads its wings along nature’s artistically carved river bank.

Casa Wilkirk Resort - Petawawa, Ontario

Casa Wilkirk is a 1.5 million dollar property, which hosts corporate clients from around the world. Nestled in a tranquil wooded area overlooking the majestic Petawawa river, Casa Wilkirk provides a unique, inspirational setting for coroporations challenged with team building, strategic planning, goal setting and management change in today's competitive environment. Casa Wilkirk's scenic view is an exhilerating, breath taking atmosphere for clients to host weddings, anniversaries, special events and corporate retreats, meetings, and conferences.

The perpetual chi of the historic Petawawa River draws you to Casa Wilkirk. After arriving in the spacious south parking area you are overwhelmed by the opulent architecture. Neptune, his mermaid, Thor, the black unicorn and the gargoyles welcome you to Casa Wilkirk. Approaching the entrance through the key hole door, Casa Wilkirk begins to consume you. The architectural features, the uniqueness, the grandeur and the time and effort that one man can devote, begins to sensitize you to what you are about to become part of.

This is a one of a kind, world class facility that entices you to experience it. Casa Wilkirk will ask you the question "What is it that you want to make your stay a most memorable experience". You will choose your menus. You will decide your extra activities that the Ottawa Valley offers. You will decide your sleeping accommodations.

You will decide how Wilkirk can best meet your needs and wishes. Your housekeeper may be kept on the property or brought in as needed as with the chef. In this manner, specialty dietary needs may be requested and accommodated. Buffet style or traditionally prepared meals may also be served/requested.