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In the heart of Niagara on the Lake: luxury, elegance, history, comfort & charm

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior of property
Exterior
English garden setting
Exterior featuring Victorian coachlights
Front of house

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8297.3 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
  • Place, Niagara River Gorge
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Shaw Festival Theatre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Buffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Great Room

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

In the heart of Niagara on the Lake: luxury, elegance, history, comfort & charm

Built in 1816, Vanderlip Hutchings House is a luxurious, historic home centrally located in the heart of historic Niagara-on-the-Lake, one block from Queen Street and steps to pubs, shops, restaurants, art galleries and the Shaw Theatre. North America’s oldest golf course and the Niagara river waterfront are just five minutes away.

The house, built immediately after the War of 1812, underwent renovations that added two extensions to the original structure. It is presently 3,200 square feet of modern luxurious living space, yet keeps many of the original features and all of its charm.

The main floor’s four original rooms retain the original working fireplaces.
On this level you have the spacious, well-furnished master bedroom, which has a king-size bed and modern en-suite bathroom with glass shower.

The main floor gourmet kitchen is fully equipped for discerning chefs. It also has a large gathering/sitting area for your family or guests.
Immediately adjoining, but separate from the kitchen, is an elegant dining room (formerly the original “parlour”) with seating for eight. It has a gas fireplace.

The “Morning Room” next to the kitchen, is an inviting, light-filled space dominated by south-facing windows and is perfect for reading, relaxing or games. Outside the kitchen is a private outdoor bistro seating area, ideal for enjoying morning coffee and the local paper.

The second floor has two tastefully furnished bedrooms with period antiques and an ultra modern bathroom.

At the far end of the house is the Great Room, a large main-floor open area, with an imposing gas fireplace, generously furnished for entertaining, socializing, or relaxing. The Great Room has a king size (2 separate twins) trundle bed/couch to accommodate one or two additional guests. Adjacent to the Great Room is a brand new 4 piece bathroom.

The house is surrounded by private lush gardens for your own enjoyment.
We know you will enjoy your stay at our beautiful home. Welcome!

Some of the amenities:
• 3 bedrooms (one King, one Queen, two Twins)
• King size (2 separate twins) trundle bed/couch in Great Room
• Soft, luxurious linens and towels, Neob lavender and lemongrass soaps
• All 3 bathrooms have glass shower enclosures
• One 4-piece bathroom off the Great room (if you like a bathtub)
• Fully equipped 6-piece kitchen (with two ovens)
• Coffee maker, toaster, kettle, microwave
• Complimentary coffee/tea, salt, pepper, sugar supplies
• Laundry – washer, dryer, iron, ironing board
• Two flat screen Smart TVs, DVD player
• Free unlimited high speed internet
• Assorted board games, books, magazines, DVDs for adults and children
• Air Conditioning
• Napoleon Gas BBQ; Outdoor dining for 8
• Bistro seating area for morning coffee
• English style, beautifully landscaped, private garden with ivy and Victorian water feature
• Private parking (3 spaces)

Property Details:
• Rental Type House
• Minimum Stay 5 nights July/August, 4 nights June, May, September
• Living Space 3,200 square feet
• Bedrooms 3
• Bathrooms 3
• Sleeps 8
• No Pets allowed
• No Smoking allowed
• Suitable for children
• Suitable for elderly
• Wheelchair accessible

Covid 19 safety preparations -
Here are a few things we are doing to protect you, our guest, during the pandemic.
. We will leave 24 hours between reservations, so there are no same day turnovers
. We will thoroughly disinfect all surfaces after our standard cleaning operation.
. We will provide extra sanitizer/cleaners for our guests (under kitchen sink)

We ask that you contact us ahead of time if anyone is feeling unwell, has a fever or other signs of illness. Thank you.




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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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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
We kindly advise all visitors to respect the neighbours and keep noise levels to a minimum.
Minimum stay in May, June, September and October is 3 days and in July and August 4 days.
Town of NOTL rules for short term cottage rentals aswell as house rules and regs will be sent to you seperately once a reservation is made.

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
Property Registration Number 005-2022

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Niagara-on-the-Lake

Located on a river, this holiday home is in Old Town Historic District, a neighbourhood in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Clifton Hill and Outlet Collection at Niagara are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Fallsview Indoor Waterpark and Maid of the Mist. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Gale Centre Arena or Niagara Falls Convention Centre. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON

What's nearby

  • Niagara River Gorge - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Royal George Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Museum of the Paranormal - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Shaw Festival Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Niagara Falls, ON (XLV-Niagara Falls Train Station) - 29 min drive
  • Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Garrison House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪11Th Post On Queen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Two Sisters Vineyards - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Peller Estates Winery - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is In the heart of Niagara on the Lake: luxury, elegance, history, comfort & charm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at In the heart of Niagara on the Lake: luxury, elegance, history, comfort & charm?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at In the heart of Niagara on the Lake: luxury, elegance, history, comfort & charm?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at In the heart of Niagara on the Lake: luxury, elegance, history, comfort & charm?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is In the heart of Niagara on the Lake: luxury, elegance, history, comfort & charm located?

Located in Old Town Historic District, this holiday home is steps away from Niagara River Gorge, Royal George Theatre and Museum of the Paranormal. Simcoe Park and Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club are also within 10 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Jane and Chris Hutchings

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My husband and I are Ontario senior citizens who moved to Niagara on the Lake from Toronto in 2013. We have never looked back. We set eyes on this beautiful property and made it our mission to restore it’s unique charm and character, all the while making the new bathroom renovations fit perfectly with the style of the home. We live only 5 minutes away so are on hand for any request you may have, however small. We know you will love the house as much as we do and are excited to host you and your family/friends.

Why they chose this property

With an English background, I have always taken an interest in historic homes and we were thrilled to have this opportunity to give back to the local community by restoring many elements of the original 1816 home.

What makes this property unique

Icing on the cake for us were the English style cottage gardens with hydrangea, roses, peonies, lilac, shrubs, boxwood and English ivy, along with a beautiful stone fountain which adds tranquility and a certain serenity to the outside space.

Languages:

English, French