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Quaint Cottage In Old Town Steps To Shops And Restuarants

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Exterior
TV, fireplace, books, stereo
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Quaint Cottage In Old Town Steps To Shops And Restuarants

In the Heart of Old Town Niagara-on-the-Lake

The quaint Swinton Cottage is the perfect place for a romantic getaway or a memorable family retreat.

Located in the oldest section of Niagara-on-the Lake, this century old home is only a 2 minute stroll to the downtown Queen Street area, where you will find world class restaurants, the Shaw Festival and local boutiques. You can also visit some of Ontario’s most famous wineries.

The Swinton Cottage (circa 1890), has been lovingly restored and features all the original charm with all the modern amenities.

Relax and unwind from the days adventures as you nestle in front of a kindling fire. Savor local wines with your culinary masterpiece made in the fully-equipped kitchen or enjoy the outdoor garden while your meal sizzles on the grill.

We invite you to stay at The Swinton Cottage in beautiful Niagara-on-the–Lake for an experience you will never forget.

Looking for more space? Please visit our sister property at The Flynn House, located a few blocks away.

Property manager

Michael or Luisa

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Quaint Cottage Old Town Steps Shops Restuarants House
Quaint Cottage Old Town Steps Shops Restuarants House
Quaint Cottage Old Town Steps Shops Restuarants
Quaint Cottage In Old Town Steps To Shops Restuarants

About the area

Map
Niagara-on-the-lake, Ontario

What's nearby

  • Royal George Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Shaw Festival Theatre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Jackson-Triggs Winery - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Peller Estates Winery - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Niagara Falls, ON (XLV-Niagara Falls Train Station) - 22 min drive
  • Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Two Sisters Vineyards - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Irish Harp Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Peller Estates Winery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cannery Restaurant - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Quaint Cottage In Old Town Steps To Shops And Restuarants pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quaint Cottage In Old Town Steps To Shops And Restuarants?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quaint Cottage In Old Town Steps To Shops And Restuarants?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quaint Cottage In Old Town Steps To Shops And Restuarants located?

Located in Old Town Historic District, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Niagara River Gorge and Lake Ontario. Royal George Theatre and Museum of the Paranormal are also within 5 minutes.

Quaint Cottage In Old Town Steps To Shops And Restuarants Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 135 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 135 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 135 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 135 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 135 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Cottage
Very comfortable, everything we needed was stocked. Nice quiet street. Perfect location to historic downtown and St Catherine wineries. Recommend checking out 13 Street winery and Butterfly Conservatory!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Where to Stay for the Shaw Festival
Everything about our stay was first rate and the location is great for those planning to attend the Shaw Festivl theaters.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariko A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage in old town
We loved our stay at this cute cottage. It is actually much larger than we expected and lots of room for the entire family. We were 5 adults and we had plenty of room to sleep, dine and relax. The details in the decor and the cottage layout are great. We enjoyed the BBQ and found the kitchen to be stocked with everything needed to cook as needed. The location is perfect in a quiet neighborhood but just a short walk from the main street for shops and dinning in NOTL. The hosts were easy to reach and check in was a breeze. Would definitely recommend for a short stay with family or friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Monica J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The house was clean & had the amenities we needed. We would have liked having a blender for smoothies for all the yummy fruits we got. We were close to the charming downtown so we could just walk to go shopping and found many wonderful restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mary Lynn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and Quaint
A lovely and quaint home. Excellent location to the town area and boutiques
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint cottage
We stayed for 3 nights, attending a wedding. Everything was great! Just one suggestion, trm back the shrubs lining the driveway as it was difficult to open car doors.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint Cottage
Terrific location. Inside of the house is clean and cozy. Outside of the house needs some TLC.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was cozy
This house was wonderful. We walked to Niagara on the Lake which was a quant little town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Laurie B.

Niagara on the Lake
We loved our time at Niagara on the Lake. The location was perfect for our adventures. Overall, the cleanliness of the place was good but the slipcovers could have used a cleaning as well as the downstairs bathroom. The kitchen was well supplied and we had plenty of room to be together.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a gorgeous historic house. We loved how you kept the charm of it intact, while providing enough modern conveniences to not make it challenging. The yard could use a little love (the vegetation needs a little trimming). The outdoor dining table has one leg that’s holding on by a thread. Maybe just fix it or replace it? Other than that it was a wonderful property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

laura c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
We loved the little cottage and the location was amazing! We could walk to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy & Kerry Patrick C., Maumee, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Cute place. Nice host and easy access to town and Shaw Festival.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennae S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, classy and just right
Extremely clean & fresh; well organized & stocked; tasteful decor. We didn't need much but there was a convenience store within 2 blocks. Quick responses from Ms. Luisa. Property was nicely kept. I would've liked to stay longer (and 10/10 would book again when returning to the area). Area felt safe and we enjoyed being a five minute walk from the busier areas. Reviews are really based on personal preferences and traits - as someone who values planning ahead, clean uncluttered environments and warm atmospheres, this property felt like home to us. Really cute and suited our needs perfectly. Thank you 🙏
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super cute cottage in an amazing location
Overall we had a great stay! The location is unbeatable, perfect for walking to old town downtown area. Cottage was beautifully decorated and offered everything as promised in the ad.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valeriu B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house 🏠
The host is very nice person, highly recommend this property to anyone who wants to spend their vacation time in Niagara on the Lake .
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Tony C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Escape
From beginning to end we were extremely pleased with our experiences via app and our interactions with the home owner. This was our 3rd time staying at this property. Thanks again for making our weekend escape so very pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful interior , negative vibes on the outside
Outside needs repairs, grounds as well
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Nice cottage in the perfect location. Loved the 1800 period look with modern conveniences. Enjoyed having coffee on the front porch away from the Main Street, but only it is only a short walk away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan B., Doylestown, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming home in great location
We had a lovely stay here - very clean, charming decor and just a few blocks from the center of town. The check in was a wee bit stressful since we didn't obtain the keycode until we called just before 4 pm. But Luisa did call us after I sent an email and she was very friendly. Had a bit of ant problem on the 2nd floor in the bathroom from a small hole in the ceiling. Was able to fix the problem with duct tape that was in the home. Luisa was very responsive and although she couldn't get anyone out to the house before we left, our duct tape did the job for the duration. Really appreciated how close this house was to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

john m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shaw Festival visit to NOTL
We spent four nights at the Swinton Cottage and found it to meet all our needs. The house has a great location three blocks from Queen Street and all the Play venues, restaurants and shopping. The house is on a quiet street and has off street parking. The host checked on us to make sure we were satisfied with everything during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

Liked: Cleanliness
delightful cottage, closed to downtown
It's a lovely cottage, with all the amenities you'll need. And it is only a short walking distance to downtown Niagara-on-the-Lake and the Shaw Festival. We hope to return someday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy Street
We especially loved sitting on the front porch. Lovely town and friendly people.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Updated more than online pictures show. Nice, clean and comfortable, would definately recommend to any one looking to stay in niagara on the lake
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023