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Modern Farmhouse in Niagara’s Wine Country

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Charming backyard garden area
Historic farmhouse - double driveway has parking for four vehicles
Living room open to dining area and kitchen
Modern kitchen with rustic shelving and flooring
In the heart of Wine Country

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6125.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Niagara Falls, ON
  • Clifton Hill
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Fallsview Indoor Waterpark
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Fallsview Casino
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • St. Catharines, ON (YCM-Niagara District)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Powder Room

Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Modern Farmhouse in Niagara’s Wine Country

Historic and completely renovated two story farmhouse on a large lot. Beautifully appointed with custom wood features including a farmhouse table, island, reclaimed wood walls and shelving. Distinct modern and eclectic decor. Centrally located near the Falls, Niagara Parkway, Niagara on the Lake, casinos, wineries, and the largest outdoor outlet mall in Canada. A great gathering spot in any season with a full kitchen and outdoor space ready to entertain family and friends.

This property was originally known as the “Halfway House”, a tavern built in 1839. It was the only stop of the Erie and Ontario Railway, the first in Upper Canada. It was a horse drawn railroad that carried people and goods from Queenston (below the Falls) to Chippawa (above the Falls), an 11 mile journey. Halfway House was built as a tavern for travelers along the Portage Road. In 1895 the house was rebuilt, either on or using the stone foundation of the original tavern. A lovely stone barn from the original railway still exists on the property.

AN IMPORTANT NOTE: this property being located on an historic crossroads has become a major entry point into Niagara. As a result, street traffic can often be very busy during the day but quiets down significantly at night.

Property manager

Darren Schmahl
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Yes however street is busy during business hours
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Small dogs permitted $50 fee (approval by owner)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

About the area

Niagara Falls

Located in Niagara Falls, this holiday home is near theme parks. Rainbow Bridge and Skylon Tower are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Clifton Hill and Outlet Collection at Niagara. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Fallsview Indoor Waterpark and Niagara SkyWheel. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Niagara Falls, ON

What's nearby

  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Clifton Hill - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Fallsview Indoor Waterpark - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Casino Niagara - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Fallsview Casino - 7 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Niagara Falls Station - 5 min drive
  • Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Queens Coach Family Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casa d'Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brewins Pub - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Farmhouse in Niagara’s Wine Country pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Modern Farmhouse in Niagara’s Wine Country ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Farmhouse in Niagara’s Wine Country ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Modern Farmhouse in Niagara’s Wine Country located?

This family-friendly Niagara Falls holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Niagara River Gorge, Niagara Helicopters and Whirlpool Aero Car. Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Gale Centre Arena are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 70 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 70 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

Great getaway!

What a lovely little house! The decor was a very charming mix of farmhouse and modern. We had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The main bathroom is gorgeous and very spacious. Our only wish was we'd come a few weeks later to see all the gardens with spring blooms!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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

Great cottage

Cute cottage central to Niagara Falls/ on the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norman A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula N.

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

Girls weekend away

Had the most amazing time. The house exceeded our expectations. We loved the old charm feel, along with the creaky floors. We got to enjoy the outdoor space sitting around the fire pit. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Averyl T.

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

Great stay

Wonderful house. Perfect location; near everything we wanted to see. We've stayed at this host's other property before, and both are great
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry C.

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

Great get away

The property was above our expectations. The host was amazing. Great tips and so centrally located it was the perfect spot. I can't rave enough about this house and location. Exactly as described and so cutely decorated. We will be staying again for our annual trip to Canada. The owners did an amazing job. Thanks for a fabulous time
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

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

Girls trip

Wonderful location for all Niagara and local vineyards have to offer. Great decor, plenty of space and well equipped! Beautiful outdoor space.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Charming Historic Home

Very clean and close to the falls. Great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

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

Super chill hangout close to Niagara

The house, the garden and the hosts were awesome and we had a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fabrice C.

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

Great historical place!

This old house has a lot of history, very nice backyard too. It’s well situated between the falls and the vineyards. As mentioned by other people, it is situated on a busy road. We live in the country and are used to sleeping in a quiet environment so we brought some earplugs and we slept fine. My kids and my parents slept without earplugs without problem. Comfortable mattresses. Brand new or well cleaned BBQ. And we had a bottle of wine waiting for us on the dining table. Very good experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James L.

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

Hope to be back soon

Even though we didn’t get to spend much time on the property, we fully intend on returning to this gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

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

Lovely Historic Home

The house and back yard were enjoyable. The traffic noise due to rerouted construction was a little loud during the day. This would be a temporary issue. The location was perfect for visiting the Niagara area. Also, the owner had an excellent NY bottle of wine for us at arrival. Everything you would need for a long stay was supplied.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

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

awesome property

We had a long weekend hanging out with friends at this property. It was great to have a full kitchen and large table to have breakfast and dinner at. We also used the large outdoors table and gas grill, followed by sitting around a fire. The grounds are park like. The location was perfect for us, about 15 minutes from Niagara On the Lake and from the falls. Many wineries nearby also. We would not hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Marty C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Pet peve.

For some reason our small dog, (Bichonpoo) would not walk on the wooden floors of the house, she would only stand on the rugs, and would not move off of them, if you tried to entice her to come on her leish she just froze on the spot. to the point where she would pull back from you with all her might. Unfortunately this was upsetting to us and cast a shadow on our overall experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy B.

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

Lovely stay April 2024

Lovely stay, home was clean and modern. Hosts were friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property is very "central" to many different activities. The home is very comfortable to stay in. We had 5 ladies spend 2 nights and everyone was pleased with their stay. I saw a few reviews complain about traffic, personally i didnt think it was that worrisome. Neighbourhood is very quiet. Would definetly stay here again, especially during nicer weather to take advantage of the back yard! A suggestion/comment - dont shut the "master bedroom" door all tbe way, as we did get locked in the room at 3am, thankfully i was able to think on my feet and used a credit card to open. The rest of the time we just shut the door lightly and put something to keep it from opening.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal R.

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

Girls weekend

We had a girls weekend, seeing the falls and doing a wine tour. This house was the perfect location for both!!! Also, the photos do not do it justice, it’s absolutely beautiful. We hope to come visit and stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy S.

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

Great Stay

We had a fun time staying in this beautiful quaint old farmhouse. The yard was a cozy place to hang out with family members around a campfire. The owners were very friendly and met us in person. Thanks so much
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Niagara Labor Day weekend family trip

Just a quick trip to the Niagara falls region with our adult kids. Beautiful and thoughtful renovation - both inside and out. Numerous areas to enjoy. Tastefully decorated and a great location for easy access to the falls or Niagara on the Lake. The hosts provided nice recommendations as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlea J.

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

Adorable and charming!

We loved every squeaky step on the gorgeous old hardwood floors! Loved the little touches (a curio cabinet filled with artifacts found onsite) and the thoughtful (and fun!) decor. Super close to Niagara on the Lake - a must visit for a casual stroll in a beautiful, quaint town.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

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

Niagra trip

Wonderful property great location close to all attractions. Will return
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mistie B.

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

Charming renovated farmhouse

This was hands down the best VRBO I have booked and I have booked several. Everything is exactly as described by the hosts. Plus they provided many extras that aren't often included - toilet paper, soap, shampoo/conditioner, etc. The home is beautifully renovated and my family of four found it very relaxing and comfortable. The rich history of the home and beautiful landscaping made our stay all the better. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Pierre P.

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

The charm of the old world with the convenience to attractions.

The house is located in relatively close distance to the sites and events of Niagara Falls without being in the busy and noisy downtown are. The nostalgia of of the century old (modernised) building and its history appealed to my family. We can recommend this property to anyone needing accommodations for 6 people at what I consider to be a reasonable cost.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B.

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

Family Vacation

The house is absolutely gorgeous. The backyard garden was a favorite for morning coffee and an afternoon rest. The upstairs did get a little warmer at night but they left fans in all the closets, and that helped. Thanks for the use of your beautiful rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Darren Schmahl

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Lori is an artist, Darren is a landscape designer and instructor. This property is a creative outlet that showcases their talents for guests to enjoy while visiting the worlds greatest natural wonder!

Why they chose this property

This property was a diamond in the rough when purchased in 2017. It was in a complete state of decline. It has been painstakingly restored and modernized creating a high level of charm and comfort. We have since restored the original Carriage House next door which we also offer as a vacation rental property (see listing VRBO 1648559).

What makes this property unique

This Farmhouse is filled with rustic charm within. The patina of the original wood floors tell the story of over a century of constant use. Introduced modern elements provide a striking contrast to its historic past and provide all the convenience and comforts of modern living.

The outside space is a dream garden with a patio for dining that includes a gas grill. A secluded fire pit area provides a wonderful retreat and includes firewood. The garden has been professionally designed and is planted with hundreds of spring bulbs, perennials, trees and shrubs, surrounded by mature specimen trees. The back and side yard are enclosed with a combination of fencing, stonewalling and gates.

Languages:

English

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