The Lily Pad - quaint home in Old Town NOTL, steps from the lake!
Hop over to The Lily Pad for a perfect weekend getaway in Niagara-on-the-Lake - the location is one of THE BEST! This is a picture perfect place to relax. Our home is situated on a quiet street, lined with beautiful historic homes. The Queen's Royal Park (the infamous gazebo) right on Lake Ontario is less than a block away and the bustling Queen Street is also one block away. A short walk or bike ride takes you to your choice of local wineries, breweries, restaurants, shops, and other sites and attractions. Please ask us for additional information or recommendations!
Built in 1930, the home has been in the family for over 60 years (4 generations). With a fire place in the spacious living room, it is a charming and cozy home for couples, families and friends. All beds are fitted with luxurious linens and bedding, and towels are supplied to listed guests.
Cozy up with a complimentary cup of coffee or glass of wine on the back patio overlooking the luscious garden or on the front deck overlooking the lake before heading out on a bike (also complimentary!) to tour the town. Additionally, a new profane fire table is available for guests use on the back patio with comfortable cushioned seating.
We welcome groups for parties & special occasions!
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Noise/music: In accordance with NOTL by-laws, "quiet time" is between 11:00PM - 7:00AM. Please respect this by-law. This is a quiet neighbourhood.
NO SMOKING in our home.
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
Note from host: We welcome groups for parties & special occasions!
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Niagara-on-the-Lake
Located in Old Town Historic District, a neighbourhood in Niagara-on-the-Lake, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Ontario and Niagara Falls State Park, while Fallsview Indoor Waterpark and Aquarium of Niagara are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Niagara SkyWheel and Maid of the Mist. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
What's nearby
Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Shaw Festival Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Fort George National Historic Site - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Peller Estates Winery - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
Jackson-Triggs Winery - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Getting around
Niagara Falls, ON (XLV-Niagara Falls Train Station) - 23 min drive
Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Two Sisters Vineyards - 4 min drive
The Irish Harp Pub - 6 min walk
Peller Estates Winery - 4 min drive
Cannery Restaurant - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is The Lily Pad - quaint home in Old Town NOTL, steps from the lake! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at The Lily Pad - quaint home in Old Town NOTL, steps from the lake!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Lily Pad - quaint home in Old Town NOTL, steps from the lake!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Lily Pad - quaint home in Old Town NOTL, steps from the lake! located?
This family-friendly Niagara-on-the-Lake holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Niagara River Gorge and Lake Ontario. Simcoe Park and Royal Queens Park are also within 5 minutes.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house was really cute, exactly as advertised. Everything we needed for our stay was there. Nice and close to shops and restaurants. We loved our stay.
What a wonderful venue so close to the village. The bikes were so handy to have, the house was clean and well set up. Loved the fire table! Thank you so much!
Fantastic location in what seems to be a well-loved family home. Quirky touches, like frog images around the kitchen, make the Lily Pad memorable. The hosts had some great hospitable touches, like coupons to a winery that we really enjoyed visiting!
Easy walking distance from Queen St dining and shopping, or to park on the Niagara river. Far enough from Queen St to not be bothered by crowds. Host was kind to leave a yoga mat for my wife to use while we were there.
Kim M.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa
12 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely little spot, very cosy. Nice for a small family. Loved the complimentary bottle of wine, lots of nice touches that made it a very comfortable stay. Really enjoyed our stay and would recommend and return!
We loved our stay here at the Lily Pad! Was a great location, walking distance to the main strip and to the lake front. Stunning community and houses to view when you go for a stroll in the morning before all the crowds. Would stay here again next time we plan to visit NOTL.
My husband and 2 sons stayed at The Lily Pad for 2 nights. We loved the location! It was less than 2 blocks from Queen Street and less than 1 block to the lake. The house was very quaint and homey. Great detail was put into the decorations and amenities. We really appreciated the wine gift and coupons. My only complaint would be the beds. My sons slept in the larger room since there were two beds. My husband and I slept in the smaller room which had a full size bed. The mattress was not very comfortable.
This house was perfect for our girls trip to NOTL. There was plenty of parking for our three cars where we parked and were able to walk everywhere to the water, get food, drinks, and go shopping! We will definitely consider returning for our next trip back here.
The Lily Pad is in a perfect location. A block from the water front and a block from the beautiful town. Within walking distance to both Shaw Theatres, all of the town shops, and a grocery store. We would definitely go back.
Such a nice place to stay so close to the heart of NOTL. A group of close friends were able to enjoy time together hanging out in the house in the afternoon and then exploring the town at night. Loves the golf course restaurant on Front street. Complimentary wine and coffee was an added bonus. Doesn't get much better!
As advertised, a quaint little cottage, located in walking distance to the waterfront and downtown Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Good communication from our host and they were very helpful with questions as we planned our visit and check-in.
Angela H.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
ANDREW
7 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A beautiful and well maintained property in an elegant neighborhood.
House is small, with two bedrooms, all on a single level. Location is ideal. The one bathroom is in the kitchen and is very tight, but it works.
James P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Edith
10 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The ultimate central location for a visit to Niagara-on-the-Lake - just a couple minutes’ walk one way to the heart of shopping and restaurants, and to the lake in the other direction. The cottage is cozy, and love the long history of it.
Edith
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie
5 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our stay at the Lily Pad exceeded all expectations, and we look forward to booking another stay there in the future! Cozy and the most central location you can imagine...thank you Corey and Alicia!
Excellent property. Only issue was the driveway (which we were notified of). Just be aware that the bathroom is small, and may be difficult for a larger person to navigate.
Positives: The house was very cute and clean. It was in a great location. Sitting on the front porch watching the world go by is wonderful.
Negatives: As other reviews stated, the bathroom is tiny. My 6’3” husband had difficulty navigating. To get to the bathroom you have to cross the living room and go through the kitchen. Not ideal.
The shower and outside of the house need attention.