How to Plan a Summer Family Reunion in Prince Edward County
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How to Plan a Summer Family Reunion in Prince Edward County
Everything You Need to Bring Everyone Together—Comfortably
If your group chat’s been saying “we should really plan something” for the last six months, this is your sign to finally make it happen. A summer family reunion is one of the best ways to slow down, reconnect, and enjoy each other’s company without the rush. And when it comes to a location with something for everyone—beautiful beaches, kid-friendly adventures, space to cook, space to relax—Prince Edward County checks all the boxes.
Here’s how to turn that idea into a truly memorable summer reunion.
1. Pick a Date Everyone Can Actually Make
Summer is a popular time in PEC, so you’ll want to get this on everyone’s calendar early. Send a quick group message or poll to lock in dates—and once you’re clear on availability, book your accommodations and activities ASAP. Trust us: early planning means fewer “Sorry, we’re already away that weekend” messages down the line.
2. Book the Right Place to Stay
A reunion isn’t just about where you go—it’s about where you stay. You need room to spread out, gather together, and still feel comfortable.
That’s where The Lilac Lakehouse shines.
This spacious modern log home has four large bedrooms, four full bathrooms, and sleeping space for up to 10 people—without anyone getting stuck on a pullout couch. There’s a massive 1,000-square-foot deck for morning coffees and evening wine, a fully stocked kitchen for shared meals, and a private waterfront for swimming, paddling, or just floating around with the cousins.
Everyone stays together. Everyone has space. That’s how you do a reunion right.
3. Plan Some Flexible Group Fun
Not every second has to be scheduled—but having a few shared experiences planned helps keep everyone connected.
Spend a day at the beach building sandcastles or floating in the shallows.
Host a backyard lawn game tournament—think cornhole, ladder toss, or giant Jenga.
Rent kayaks or paddleboards and explore the shoreline near the lakehouse.
Bike through backroads or just go for a family nature walk nearby.
Have a themed night at the house: taco bar, family talent show, sunset yoga—you name it.
Some families love excursions. Others just want to lounge and reconnect. The Lilac Lakehouse works for both.
4. Make Food Easy—and Fun
You’ve got a big kitchen, a BBQ, and easy access to local markets bursting with seasonal produce, fresh meats, and baked goods. Let everyone take a turn planning or prepping a meal. One night could be a potluck picnic on the deck. Another, a massive pancake brunch before hitting the beach. No one has to cook every meal, but food always brings people together—and PEC is the place to eat well.
Bonus idea: hire a local chef to cater one night. It’s a special treat, and you get to enjoy a great meal without the cleanup.
5. Capture It All
You’ll want to remember more than just “who made the best burgers.” Bring a camera or assign someone as the unofficial reunion photographer. Group shots on the dock at sunset? That’s a new holiday card. Candid photos from game night or marshmallows by the fire? Instant keepsakes. Want to go big? Book a mini photo session with a local PEC photographer—you’ll never regret having those moments captured.
6. Leave Room to Just Be Together
The most magical moments of any reunion are the ones that aren’t planned. The spontaneous storytelling around the fire. The board game that gets way too competitive. The late-night chat between generations that doesn’t happen often enough. The Lilac Lakehouse gives you the space and setting for all of that.
With its quiet waterfront, open-concept gathering areas, and peaceful bedrooms, it’s a spot where grandparents, kids, and cousins can all feel at home. You’ll laugh, rest, eat, and maybe even start planning the next reunion before this one ends.
A summer reunion doesn’t need to be complicated—just intentional. Prince Edward County gives you all the beauty, charm, and space to make it happen. And The Lilac Lakehouse brings everyone under one roof in a setting that’s both comfortable and unforgettable.
So text the group. Set a date. Bring your stories, your flip-flops, and your appetite. This summer, your family belongs at the lake.