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Location & Charm - Steps To The Lake And The Main Street

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
July morning glories
Terrace/patio
Heated & cooled sunroom
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 265.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Shaw Festival Theatre
  • Place, Peller Estates Winery
  • Place, Jackson-Triggs Winery
  • Airport, Buffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Location & Charm - Steps To The Lake And The Main Street

Charming cottage in the old Town steps to the Lake and just 2 blocks to the main street. Enjoy world class live theater, fine dining or delicious pub fare, unique shops, golf at North America's oldest golf course, a stroll through picturesque parks or some time spent in the local book shop. All of this within walking distance of Shaw Cottage. Two bedrooms, living room, bathroom with glass shower, fully equipped eat in kitchen, sun room and front deck and rear garden with Adirondack chairs. License # 053-2021 Parking on-site for one vehicle

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
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
Maximum rental - 10 nights. Total number of overnight guests (2). Parking on site for one vehicle (1).
The VRBO account holder must be present throughout the length of the reservation stay. No substitutions.

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 053-2021

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 cottage is next to a golf course and on a river. Rainbow Bridge and Skylon Tower are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Fallsview Indoor Waterpark and Aquarium of Niagara. Niagara SkyWheel and Maid of the Mist are not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON

What's nearby

  • Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Shaw Festival Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Fort George National Historic Site - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Peller Estates Winery - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Jackson-Triggs Winery - 3 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.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪11Th Post On Queen - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Exchange Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Irish Harp Pub - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Location & Charm - Steps To The Lake And The Main Street pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Location & Charm - Steps To The Lake And The Main Street?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Location & Charm - Steps To The Lake And The Main Street?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Location & Charm - Steps To The Lake And The Main Street located?

Located in Old Town Historic District, this golf cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Niagara River Gorge and Lake Ontario. Simcoe Park and Niagara River are just steps away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 144 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jhtpbab

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, well kept, clean, all amenities were provided and very comfortable in a perfect location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay at this beautiful cottage! We have stayed here multiple times over the years and always have a great experience. Penny & Jeff are so helpful and friendly and the cottage is in the perfect location. Already looking forward to coming back next year! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming , spotlessly clean, great neighborhood, walking distance to Theaters and shops. Just perfect!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blair L.

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

I another great vacation in Niagara on the Lake

So grateful that the hosts are willing to share this amazing property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany B.

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

A Niagara on the lake gem!

The owners are wonderful! And the house is absolutely perfect for a getaway. The location can’t be better to access shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

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

Lovely!

Beautiful, cozy place. Perfect for our anniversary weekend. The lake is visible/quite walkable from it and downtown NOTL just a couple short blocks walk away. The cottage had everything we needed and check in and check out were easy!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Darryl J A.

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

Cute cottage at a great location

2 nights spent a a very clean, quiet and comfortable cottage with a lovely garden and ample space in the private backyard to relax and enjoy the outdoors all within a short walking distance to the heart of the action "downtown".....parks, shopping, dining and the lake. Enjoyed our stay very much. Thank you Jeff and Penny
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick & Lisa A.

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

Lovely!

The weather didn't co-operate on our weekend, so we spent the majority of the time indoors at the cottage. Being so lovely and quaint, we truly enjoyed our quiet time in such a lovely, quaint, place. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luann R.

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

Nol

Lovely
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

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

Top marks

Very comfortable and convenient cottage just steps from the theatres and shops, but without the noise. The warm in-person welcome from our host was much appreciated. Messages during the week were responded to promptly. A special note to those like us who are allergy-prone: we had no issues during our visit to this extremely clean home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location. Lovely, cozy little house near theatres and shops, but in quieter section. Great for two; a bit tight for four. Sun porch is nice place to relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this house! It is the third time we've stayed and it never disappoints. The house is immaculate. The owners very responsive and friendly. We can walk everywhere in town so no need to wrestle with parking. We will stay again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ellen Mary Louise M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property and location are great. I missed having live TV
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Shaw Cottage was clean, cozy, and charming. Its location is perfect in relation to walking to the parks, the Shaw Festival Theatre, and Queen Street shopping and dining. (Wineries too are just a very short drive away.) Penny and Jeff were thoughtful and generous hosts, and my stay in Niagara-on-the-Lake was made even more special by their warm hospitality.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne M.

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

Lovely and luxurious

We have stayed in dozens of vacation rentals and this one was the cleanest we have ever stayed in! Even the backyard furniture was spotless during pollen season. Also the beds really were the most comfy. Washing my face was like a trip to the spa, using the most luxurious face cloth I have ever experienced. Would not hesitate to stay here again, great hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

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

Birthday celebration

Great walks, lovely food and a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Great location, wonderful cottage.

Perfect place for two people to enjoy the quaint town of Niagara on the Lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Art Quilters of the Low Country P.

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

Wonderful

Perfect in everyway.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neal H.

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

Another great vacation in NOTL!

Love staying (2nd time) in this little cottage, just perfect for one or two people. It's so close to everything - 10 minute walk to both Festival and Royal George Theatres. Balzac's Coffee is about two blocks away for a quick caffeine (or latte, in my case!) fix. The river is two minutes away. There are so many excellent restaurants. My favorite (on the high $ end) is Treadwell Cuisine. Also check out The Cannery (terrific short ribs with bearnaise sauce!), Trius Winery, Ruffino's (pizza and pastas). So many wineries have great restaurants now. The Shaw Festival is my main draw to NOTL. The plays are excellent - every one. Really enjoyed them every year. Penny met me at the cottage to make sure everything was okay, and communication with her was a breeze via texts. I was already familiar with the particulars from my last stay in 2022, so really didn't need anything explained. Another wonderful vacation, and look forward to returning next year!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana D.

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

Second stay

This was our second stay at the charming Shaw Cottage - we loved our stay so much the first time, we just had to return! The cottage is so warm and cozy, we didn’t want to leave! It is close by to all of what NOTL offers. Penny and Jeff are so friendly and accommodating. Thanks for having us and we hope to be back soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie C.

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

Location & charm!

We stayed five nights at the Shaw cottage and were thrilled with our decision to make this our home base for our first visit to NOTL. We walked through town and in the waterfront, took a dat trip to Niagara Falls, went antique shopping (well, looking), saw three great shows, and had a much-needed break from our busy lives. We were able to check in early, which was a big help because we had an early afternoon show that day. We did not cook at all, but the full size refrigerator was perfect for groceries and leftovers. The bed was super comfortable. We used the second bedroom for extra dressing and clothes space (I like to unpack). Communication with our hosts was easy and quick. Thank you for a wonderful stay! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim N.

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

Great cottage and great location …

Walk to the lakefront, town and vineyards - perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

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

"Ideal"

Lovely cottage, and super hosts. Just right for us!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luann R.

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

Niagara on the Lake

Lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blair L.

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

Rain or Shine....

Rain or shine the "Shaw" cottage can up all your vitamin needs, an all purpose happy pill as a result of location, amenities, cleanliness but best of all hosts who work so diligently to provide such a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Penny and Jeff Shaw

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