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The Swinton Cottage
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Niagara-on-the-lake, Ontario
  • Shaw Festival Theatre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Jackson-Triggs Winery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Peller Estates Winery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Buffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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
Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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 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

We should mention

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

About the area

Niagara-on-the-Lake

Located in Niagara-on-the-Lake, this holiday home is in the city centre. 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. Niagara SkyWheel and Maid of the Mist are not to be missed. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Niagara-on-the-lake, Ontario

What's nearby

  • Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shaw Festival Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fort George National Historic Site - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Jackson-Triggs Winery - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Peller Estates Winery - 4 min drive - 2.5 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, Lake Ontario and Shaw Festival Theatre. Royal George Theatre and Museum of the Paranormal are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 137 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Location

Excellent location and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel M.

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

Niagara on the Lake

Wedding stay was centrally located walkable to most places
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

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

Amy & Kerry Patrick C.

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

Great location

Cute place. Nice host and easy access to town and Shaw Festival.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

laura c.

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

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

Olivia A.

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

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

Clare H.

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

Highly recommend

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie E.

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

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

Carol R.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Valeriu B.

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

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

Monica J.

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

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

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

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

Bill S.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy Street

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

8/10 Good

Laurie B.

Liked: Location

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

Ken A.

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

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

Donna E.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

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

Fantastic stay

We had a great stay for our first trip to the Niagara area! The house was clean and perfect for our family of four. The house had nice amenities and was in a quiet area. The location was convenient to all the Niagara attractions and within walking distance to a friendly, quaint downtown. We recommend staying here and hope to come again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

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

8/10 Good

Stephen A., Berlin, MD

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

Ideal location

Charming property. The loft bedroom is not very private. Easy walk to downtown shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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

Mother’s Day wine weekend

Fantastic location! NOTL never fails to excel at providing fun memories. Or host was quick to respond if we had a question & cheerful. Hands down would stay here again! Cheers!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

linda h.

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

Beautiful cottage style home in great location.

This place was beautiful with a front porch perfect for drinking coffee and watching the dogs walk by on the sidewalk out front. The inside is pretty and peaceful. The only thing I would mention for renters that care about this is that the beds are all very FIRM. The location is 2 blocks from the Main Street and perfect walking distance to anything. Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mariko A.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

john m.

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

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

8/10 Good

Andrew R.

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Beautiful interior , negative vibes on the outside

Outside needs repairs, grounds as well
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Michael or Luisa

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Languages:

English, Italian

Premier Host

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