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Peterborough Zen Retreat

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Property grounds
The Retreat Entrance
Fully equipped kitchen.
Watch movies by the fireplace or do your emails.
Dining in peace.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
NZ$135
avg per night

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Peterborough, ON
  • Place, Lansdowne Place
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Showplace Performance Centre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Peterborough Memorial Centre
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
The current price is NZ$135
avg per night

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About the area

Peterborough

Peterborough is home to this guesthouse. Blue Tomato Art Shop and Hutchison House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Dickson House and Smith Town Hill House. Milltown Mini Golf – Family Fun Park and Market Hall Performing Arts are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Lansdowne Place - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Showplace Performance Centre - 6 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Market Hall Performing Arts - 6 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Peterborough Memorial Centre - 7 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Art Gallery of Peterborough - 8 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Toronto, ON (YYZ-Pearson Intl.) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪One Fine Food - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Peterborough Zen Retreat

The Peterborough Zen Retreat is 5 minutes drive to the Art Gallery, Cineplex Odeon, downtown restaurant district and to Lansdowne Street with LCBO, supermarkets, restaurant chains, and Starbucks!

To honour owner Shari Darling’s indigenous lineage, the retreat is built from up to 75% reclaimed, reused, refurbished and recycled materials. It is rustic/modern.

This 700 sq. ft. studio has large bay windows and sits above the Zen garden with trees and flowers, birds and squirrels, water fountain and Buddha.

Inside the retreat with wifi, listen to music while preparing a gourmet feast in our fully supplied kitchen. Sip wine under the crystal chandelier or curl up and watch unlimited movies on Netflix.

This is a retreat for couples, solo adventurers, and business travellers.

The retreat offers the following:

Use of the garden space for reading, meditating or sipping wine
Oversized windows brightening the space and over looking the zen garden
Living room space with electric fireplace
Wifi
TV with unlimited use of Netflix and Crave TV
Fully-equipped kitchen with designer kitchenware and crystal wine glasses
Dining table to seat 8
3 piece bathroom with shower
Queen size, comfortable murphy bed for singles or couples
Air humidifier and detoxifier
Air-conditioning and heating
Animal-free space
In house spa treatments available

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No curries or ethnic spices can be used for cooking. Owner is allergic.

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

Frequently asked questions

Is Peterborough Zen Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Peterborough Zen Retreat?

As of 28 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peterborough Zen Retreat on 1 May 2026 start from NZ$135, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Peterborough Zen Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peterborough Zen Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peterborough Zen Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peterborough Zen Retreat located?

Situated in Peterborough, this guesthouse is within 1 mile (2 km) of Milltown Mini Golf – Family Fun Park, Lansdowne Place and Rock & Rope Climbing Centre. Kawartha Golf and Country Club and Dickson House are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Peterborough Zen Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and very unique space. We loved our rental and the host was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SHIRLEY ANN M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and tranquil

A really nice place will go back for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and nicely decorated room, well equipped, and close to all amenities and hospital. Gracious hostess, beautiful zen garden. Thank you !
Stayed 20 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxation at its best. Home away from home

Very impressed with this stay. It was very beautiful and well decorated. The kitchen was well supplied, the bed was comfortable and it was very spacious. This was a very relaxing stay and will defintiely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Welcoming!

Our stay was fantastic! Shari is so welcoming and has created a lovely, peaceful, well appointed, Zen place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Joan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Property gem in Peterborough

peaceful property with adequate amenities to enjoy your stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property - reat location

Close to all main shpoiing and entertainment districts. Quiet neighborhood. Beatiful property with relaxing garden.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cut short our stay due to the heat.

The location was convenient, and the accommodations were very nice. Unfortunately, we were unable to enjoy Peterborough during the heatwave.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was the perfect place to stay when I needed to visit relatives in the area. Private, quiet, charming, well equipped and so much more. There is no question that I will recommend this property to anyone. To emphasize the charm is an understatement. You will not be disappointed. As a single or a couple this Air B&B is so special. I will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mari T.

Liked: Listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Very nice space inside with a comfy bed. Bathroom is very tiny and not accessible. Outside needs a little TLC, lots of pine needles and sap on the picnic table. Worth it for the price, quiet and private.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and comfortable stay

A comfortable one bedroom rental in a quiet neighborhood. Easy access to shopping and downtown. Quick responses from host on any questions. Good security. Good amenities..Second time staying here and will stay again if need and still available.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A unique space.

Very quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Barbara J.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Owner mentionned having a dog that goes to backyard where is the entrée only after bookingTold me to cancell if I’m scared of dogs…
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

All we could ask for

Fabulous. Thanks so much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

🌺Found our new little Gem to stay at!🌺

It was our 41st anniversary, wanted a place not far from home . It truly is a beautiful spot statues / ornaments/ flowers. Backyard is very private & peaceful. Comes with all the adequate amenities! I brought a radio to listen to tunes in backyard. I spoke to Shari the nite before we left. She is such a caring & wond
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morley F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

Right from booking Shari had great communication.. the pictures were true to the space.. In fact the real space was beyond what pictures can take... Every detail was considered with care... The cleanliness of the space was incredible. There was everything you needed to feel like home.. Plentiful dishes.. utensils.. pots, pans.. Thank you Shari for creating an oasis beyond our expectations!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ALISON N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Getaway

We were in town visiting family and this little oasis was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Manisha D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2025