We are located 25 minutes away from breathtaking South River, Ontario, on an all-access all-season road near Highway 11, approximately 3.5 hours North of Toronto. We are a gated, private Community accessible by appointment only.

We are open 365 days a year.

In Phase 2, each Regular monthly lot is approx 6,000 sq ft (usually 50 ft frontage x 120 ft depth) on 40 acres.

The plan is to have 25-30 lots within the Community.

Potential Members must fill out an application for pre-approval. Followed by an in-person interview and sign the Community Rules and Regulations before they are accepted.

Lots available at $250 + HST per month are reserved for Tiny Homes built by Arcadia.
Lots available at $300 + HST per month are reserved for Dwellings built/delivered by you. For an additional $50 per Tote, you can have 250 gallons delivered to your site. Rain water collection is recommended.

Your monthly fee includes the following (Phase 1 Members only):

Rental of your individual lot

Utilities (Garbage, Compost and Recycling).

Rain Water collection (and Well water will be available in the future). All Members are responsible for filtering and purifying their water for consumption. A Berkey water purification system is highly recommended at https://berkeywater.ca/.

Maintenance (available during all 4 seasons including main road snow removal in the winter and regular landscaping to common areas of the property in all other Seasons)

Located on 40 acres shared among all Members

Your monthly fee includes the following (Phase 2 Members only):

Rental of your individual lot

Utilities (Free access to Garbage, Compost and Recycling at dump)

Snow removal in the winter

Members are responsible for their own water collection and composting toilets

Located on 40 acres shared among all Members

Each Member is responsible for their own individually rented lot including snow removal, leaf removal, landscaping and general cleanliness of your lot. All furniture, construction materials, miscallenous items need to be kept in the back of your building to keep the front tidy.

You are permitted to have 1 (one) of the following on your lot:
Tiny Home or Bunkie
Camper/Trailer (during Construction only)
2 Vehicles (parking spots)
Additionally, you can place (one of each) of the following on your lot:
Greenhouse
Garden
Firepit
Garage
Storage Shed
Small chicken/rabbit coop
Pre-approval mist be attained from property owners prior to any permanent changes made.

No we do not charge extra for parking. You are permitted to park 2 cars on your lot. Extra parking will be made available for visitors at the front of the property.

Phase 2 scheduled for 2021/2022 onwards will include further enhancement of the grounds including landscaping, upgrades and enhancements to the property. Both phases will also include expansion of the grounds to facilitate more members/lots.

Trailers, Campers, Fifth Wheels are only allowed during construction phase. We are no longer accepting these as the main dwelling. Once your Tiny Home is built, you may keep the Trailer for your visitors, but your lot must be kept tidy at all times.
Trailers, Campers, Fifth Wheels are allowed for Phase 2 Members upon approval.

We encourage all members to install a rain water collection system with totes on their lot (available for purchase through Arcadia). A backup water supply will be available onsite for Phase 1. Potable water delivery will also be available at an additional cost for Phase 2 at $50 per 250 gallon tote. Digging and wells are not permitted.

Maximum of 2 domestic animals are allowed, however must be on a leash within the common areas. You must poop and scoop at all times. Other animals are subject to approval. A maximum of 2 Chickens (no Roosters) and 2 Rabbits are permitted. Other livestock is not permitted at this time. In the future, we are planning to have a barn managed by the Members. We will be providing a fenced off area to facilitate a small Dog Park to allow your dogs to run around unleashed. Members will be fully responsible for their pet at all times including poop and scoop.

To date, we HAVE NOT seen any bears, coyote, wolves, skunks, raccoons on the property. We have seen jack rabbits, chipmunks and deer along with Mama and baby Moose. Eventually, we will have electric fencing surrounding the main areas of the community and all of our Members have a dog, which is further protection from any wild animals approaching. Keeping your lots clean and your garbage well maintained is an additional way to keep animals away.

Each Member is permitted to have their own garden or greenhouse on their lot, however in the future, we are planning to create a larger garden or greenhouse shared and managed by all Members.

We will NOT be connected to the grid. All members can use alternative sources of power such as gas, propane, solar, electric, wind, and generators for their lots.

We will NOT be installing a septic system. All Members MUST be set up/have composting toilets. Human waste should be composted for fertilizer in your garden (immediately for bushes, but 2 year waiting period for edibles), but can also be thrown out with your garbage in a tight, secure bag. No burning of waste is allowed.

Monthly fees will not increase during your tenure.

All members are required to have their own insurance coverage for their dwelling. A copy of the insurance slip must be provided within the 1st month of occupancy.

Intact Insurance https://www.intact.ca/on/en/personal-insurance/home.html

RecProtect Insurance (BY COBURN INSURANCE BROKERS LTD) service@recprotect.ca 1-888-887-0881

www.wajohnstoninsurance.com/contact-us.html

Brad Thompson (Cooperators North Bay) brad_thompson@cooperators.ca

A final version of the document of the standard Community Rules and Regulations will be available to accepted Members (which is amended from time to time).

Some basic rules to expect (Full version available upon request and provided to every Member):

It is expressly acknowledged that there is no representation or assurance by the Owner to the Occupant that this agreement will be renewed annually. The Occupant and following persons may use the Site, provided this agreement is operative and in good standing. The Occupant agrees to abide by the terms of this rental agreement, and to ensure other permitted Site users abide by the terms of this rental agreement.

The Occupant hereby undertakes and agrees that he/she will inform any family members and guests, visitors or other persons attending at the Occupant’s Site as to the community rules. The Occupant is responsible for the observance of the Community rules personally or by his permitted family members, guests, visitors or other persons attending at the Occupant’s site or in the Community with the Occupant’s permission or knowledge.

The Owner assumes no responsibility for any loss through fire, theft, collision or otherwise to trailers, additions, improvements or cars or their contents, regardless of cause.

This agreement pertains to the Occupant and is not assignable unless the Owner consents, which consent may be unreasonably refused.

No add-ons, additions or Site improvements shall be started without prior written approval by the owner. If such approval is granted, such add-ons, additions or improvements must be incorporated so as not to impede the expeditious vacating of the Site and removal of the Occupant’s property.

The Occupant further agrees that while his/her Dwelling and equipment of any nature is on the Owner’s premises, he/she will not hire or permit any person or any company, to perform any labor thereon or to make installation of equipment thereof; without written authorization. The foregoing limitation is not intended to prevent the Occupant from doing such work provided such work is done in accordance with all pertinent laws and/or regulations and has been approved in writing by the Owner.

The Occupier acknowledges that permanent structures of any kind are prohibited on the site and the Occupier shall not claim to be the owner of a permanent structure used or intended for use as living accommodation on the site. It is agreed that if there is a finding by a court, tribunal or office of competent jurisdiction that there is permanent living accommodation located on the site, or if such a claim is made by the Occupier, such claim or finding shall be good and valid grounds for termination of this agreement of Occupation.

Frontal area of the Lot must be kept in a tidy and clean manner. Grass must be kept reasonably cut, and free of all rubbish and debris. Spring leaf clean up of your Lot is mandatory for proper drainage and to prevent flooding on your Lot. Occupants notified of problems and complaints regarding their Lot must take appropriate action to comply with Community rules.

Each Lot may contain a shed, workshop, greenhouse and/or storage unit to keep miscellaneous building materials, etc., out of sight. All Occupants must get prior written permission for all structures to added to their Lot.

Quiet Hours are between 9:00 pm to 9:00 am. Minimal noise will be tolerated. No loud music allowed. All children under the age of 16 must be on their Lot after 10:00 pm or accompanied by an adult. Noise disturbances to others will not be tolerated at any time. Generators are not permitted to run during quiet hours.

Utilities. Tenant is responsible for providing their own utilities for the Premises including power and gas. There is NO hydro, septic available on the Premises. Each Tenant is responsible for their own garbage removal, recycling and composting and water filtration.

Water System: Each occupant is responsible for their own water (either by installing their own water collection system or purchasing their own potable water). A water delivery service will be available November through to April for $50.00 + HST per month for 1 tote (250 gallons) during the months roof collection is not possible.

Sewage: Occupants must set up mandatory composting toilets within their dwelling or dispose of waste in the garbage. Digging or leaving waste on property is not allowed.

Responsibility: Occupants are responsible, at all times, for the safety and conduct of their family and any visitors to their Lot. Occupants must notify owners if they are to be away for an extended period of time.

Parking: 2 vehicles allowed per Lot. Visitors must park in designated Visitor parking area only.

Pets: Arcadia is a pet friendly Community. Pets must be kept on a leash, at all times, in common areas of the Park. Please clean up after your pets and be considerate of others. Please do not leave your pet alone for extended periods of time.

Animals: With the exception of hens and rabbits, confided to your lot only, no other livestock is permitted, at this time.

Tents: For safety reasons and insurance purposes, Tents are NOT allowed on individual lots or on property.

Hunting: All/any hunting is STRICTLY PROHIBITED at Arcadia. Failure to comply will merit for this agreement to be immediately terminated by the Owner. Occupants will have 30 days to vacate the premises.

Abuse/Violent or Disorderly Behavior: All/any threatening and abusive behavior will not be tolerated at Arcadia. Failure to comply will merit for this agreement to be immediately terminated by the Owner. Occupants will have 30 days to vacate the premises with formal eviction notice.

Cannabis and Smoking: Occupants are permitted to smoke cigarettes or cannabis on their own Lot only. Due to fire bans and safety and consideration for other Occupants, smoking is not allowed in common areas of the Community.

Fire and Casualty: If the Premises are damaged by fire or other serious disaster or accident and the Premises become uninhabitable as a result, Tenant may immediately vacate the Premises and terminate this Agreement upon notice to Landlord. If the Premises are only partially damaged and inhabitable, Landlord may make full repairs and will do so within a prompt and reasonable amount of time. Adherence to fire ban rules is strictly enforced.

Right of Entry. Landlord or its agents may enter the Premises (Lot only) at reasonable times to inspect the Premises, to make any alterations, improvements or repairs or to show the Premises to any prospective tenant, buyer or lender. In the event of an emergency, Landlord may enter the Premises at any time.



-Lot fees may include up to 4 individuals.
-Tenant Insurance is mandatory upon occupancy.
-Signed Membership agreement is mandatory prior to occupancy.
-Use of premises/lot is for residential purposes only.
-Vacated Lots are to be left in pristine condition or the prepaid Security Deposit of $250 will be kept by the Owners.
-Poop & Scoop in effect all year round.
-Individual private mailbox is provided to each Tenant.

ADDITIONALLY:
-Refunds are given between June and September only due to financial restrictions during slow season.
-Please double bag your poop.
-Business Hours for Arcadia are between Monday to Friday (9am-3pm by appointment only)
-Main numbers are for emergencies only. Use email as 1st correspondence, followed by text if more urgent and call for emergencies. (Monika 416-315-9662) or (Nick 519-350-0054)
-Garbage is now taken to Machar Dump (new rules coming soon).

Any home we build belongs to you. Any items you have delivered such as Tiny Home on Wheels, Trailer, etc belongs to you. The land it is on is leased from us.

There is ABSOLUTELY NO HUNTING allowed on the property. Members caught doing so, will be served an immediate eviction notice.

Arcadia off-grid Community is located within an Unorganized Township hence, no building permits are required and we have no restrictions on sizes and type of structures we can build. Nevertheless, all of our dwellings are built far above the Ontario Building Code.

Within a 15 minute drive, you can find ample Fishing, Canoeing, Hunting, Golf Course, Dog-sledding. The Supermarket, Restaurants, Post Office, Gas Station, Brewery, LCBO, Beer Store are located in South River, only 25 minutes away. The 24 hour Foodland and laundry and Home Hardware is located 35 minutes away in Sundridge.

Each home we build has a 1 year warranty. We are not CSA approved.

All Members are urged to consider owning a 4x4 vehicle. For visitors, other methods of Transportation are available:
Greyhound Bus stop (South River, Ontario)

Ontario Northland Bus (South River, Ontario)

All fees/payments due can be paid by eTransfer, Credit Card or Paypal (+3% fee), Cash, Cheque.

We are in the process of building a program for Cancer Patients and Domestic Abuse Victims and their families to enjoy our Glamping and Camping facilities for FREE. Please stay tuned as we work out the details for 2022-2023, once Covid is under control.

We are accepting long term permanent Members with special allowances for recreational Members, however we are not allowing rentals (unless family Members) or AirBnB rentals anywhere on the property.

For the security of our Members, Tents are now allowed unless behind a fenced, secured area on your lot.

We try to keep as many Evergreens as possible for a natural privacy fence when clearing lots. Fences are allowed to be erected by Tenants as well. The lots for Phase 2 are side by side. Please contact us for a map, if desired.

Unfortunately we are not in a financial position to offer financing at this time and Banks do not offer financing on off grid homes. You may try to get a Home Depot Project Loan for up to $50,000 per person depending on approval credit/income.

Internet will be available mid/late 2022 through StarLink. Each individual will be responsible for their own internet for their lot. Boosters are recommended to enhance cell signals and allow hot spotting.

Our Builds: Only $300 + HST per month (12 months due upfront)
Refundable Security Deposit (one-time fee): $250.00

Self-Builds: Only $300 + HST per month (12 months due upfront)
Refundable Security Deposit (one-time fee): $250.00

Lifetime Memberships: Yearly property tax $ 250

Duration: Permanent/Long-term Stay
Dates Valid: Minimum 12 months (long term of at least 5/10/20 years is preferable)

Each Regular monthly lot is 6,000 sq ft (usually 50 ft frontage x 120 ft depth). 1/2 acre lots are 21,632 sq ft (approx 60' x 360') SOLD OUT 1 acre lots are 43,264 sq ft (approx 120' x 360') SOLD OUT 2 acre lots are 86,528 sq ft (approx 200' x 432') SOLD OUT Our Community is a total of 30 acres for Our builds and 10 acres for Self-Builds.

4 people maximum per lot

The Tiny Home is entirely owned by you. You may wish to sell it, if you decide to move.

Your lot is on a lease (whether monthly or lifetime membership). It is fully owned by Arcadia Management.

Yes, we can. During the planning stages, we can discuss floor plans and designs and build a custom Tiny Home to suit your specifications. Typically we build homes 250-500 sq ft in total, as anything larger is difficult to manage off grid.

Yes, we do. You can come visit us (by appointment only) for a tour of the Community and to see our demo model. Currently we are booking appointments between April to November only (weather pending).

No, we currently do not have any Tiny Homes for rent.

Each potential Member must fill out an application for pre-approval. Followed by a deposit ($5000 - $10,000 to reserve the completion date for the Tiny Home) and ($2500 - $5,000 to reserve the lot). Our Builds Application (https://arcadiaoffgridcommunity.ca/application/) Self Builds Application (https://arcadiaoffgridcommunity.ca/self-builds-application/)

ATTRACTIONS (10-12 minutes away): Public Beach Swimming with Children's park and picnic area Fishing and public Boat Launch Kayaking, Canoeing, Skidooing Convenience Store Trails Mikisew Provincial Park Eagle Lake Golf Course NEARBY NECESSITIES (South River - 25 Minutes away): Fresh Mart Supermarket Medical Centre Public Library Public Schools OPP Station Fire Station Ambulance Station Fire Station Antonios Restaurant Sherris Restaurant South River Post Office Shell Gas Station LCBO Beer Store South River Brewery Guardian Drug Store NEARBY NECESSITIES (Sundridge - 35 Minutes away): Foodland Supermarket (open 24 hours) Laundry Mat (open 24 hours) HAs Chinese Restaurant The Blue Roof Restaurant Bernards Bistro on the lake Restaurant Michaels on main Restaurant The Red Brick Cafe & Gift House Steirerhut Restaurant Schnitzel House Double Decker Char Broil Take Out Sundridge Post Office Veterinary Hospital RBC Bank Home Hardware Sundridge & District Med Ctr (Dentist) Guardian Drug Store BUS TRIP FROM TORONTO: http://ontarionorthland.ca

No Hunting on the property Firewood must be purchased locally or on-site when available.