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The "Twiglet"

Cottage in Niagara Falls with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
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Property grounds
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 237 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Welland, ON
  • Place, Rolling Meadows Golf & Country Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Welland International Flatwater Centre
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Niagara Square Shopping Centre
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Buffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The "Twiglet"

The "Twiglet", is part of the Nature Energy Centre, home of the multi award winning "Hoblet". The twiglet is a totally private and separate unit from the existing Hoblet, yet guests will be able to experience all the rescues and adopted horses, alpacas, miniature goats and many other farm animals residing within our beautiful wooded property.

The Twiglet is unique, a tiny house, modern, new and nestled in the forest. 400 square feet of indoor and outdoor living area, 3 glass doors opening to the patio deck which leads you to your own fire bowl (manufactured fire logs/bricks ONLY). Two more private deck areas all with furnishings for lounging or viewing, or just "chillin" out.
Surrounded by pine trees and forest, not to mention the goats nearby. The outdoor living area has a small propane barbeque all housed in a separate outdoor cooking barzebo.

One of the highlights of the Twiglet is the wonderful bedroom, over 100 square feet, queen bed, sitting area and a full glass corner, floor to ceiling looking onto the lovely Dragonfly pond and garden. The bedroom even has its own door walking out onto the third deck patio area. A morning coffee, some time for a great book, or just watching the goldfish makes for a truly zen experience. Two functioning windows as well as a ceiling fan, and closet complete the modern, crisp romantic bedroom.

The full bathroom includes, sink, cabinet and shower with a high end "rainshower" bar, a skylight above gives wonderful light and height to this modern bathroom, as well as a little window over the toilet area.

The open concept living room/kitchen, and the entire interior is done in a modern clean "industrial" look, exposed rafters and silver conduit electrical. A 40 gallon hot water heater, TV and DVD, as well as a modern kitchenette.

Total of six windows for tons of light and views of the forest and those infamous horses, goats and alpacas!

The kitchenette area has a small fridge (tiny freezer in it), microwave, toaster oven, and two induction cooking hot plates, with the appropriate cookware included. Toaster, kettle and coffeemaker are included as are dishes, flatware, utensils etc..

The living room/sitting area has TV and DVD player with movies provided.

Though the "twiglet" is part of Nature Energy Centre, it is its own entity, with its own parking and situated on opposite ends of the property from the "Hoblet". (Please refer to our listing of the Hoblet, award winning for over 12 years). Privacy for all (including ourselves, lol).

Whether you are travelling from abroad, a week long vacation or just getting away from the city for a weekend, or perhaps considering life in a "tiny house" - the Twiglet is a perfect getaway. Fifteen minutes from the brink of the falls, in the heart of the Niagara Peninsula and part of the working sanctuary we provide for rescued critters. Guests can make reservations for a "meet and greet" and "hands on time" with the animals. The alpacas, horses and the goats all have their own personality and love to interact with our guests.

Whether you choose the "Twiglet" or the "Hoblet", our attention to detail and providing a mixture of back to nature energy with the comforts of home is always our priority. Revenue from the "Twiglet" and the "Hoblet" rentals have helped to provide a new beginning and wonderful life for the creatures that call Nature Energy home now. We look forward to welcoming you and continuing our passion with our beloved animals.

Come and enjoy what nature has to offer and the energy the love of animals can provide.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Niagara Falls

Located in Niagara Falls, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Skylon Tower and Rainbow Bridge are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Clifton Hill and Outlet Collection at Niagara. Maid of the Mist and Fallsview Indoor Waterpark are not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Welland, ON

What's nearby

  • Rolling Meadows Golf & Country Club - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Welland International Flatwater Centre - 12 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Seaway Mall - 12 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Niagara Square Shopping Centre - 13 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Niagara College - 14 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Niagara Falls, ON (XLV-Niagara Falls Train Station) - 22 min drive
  • Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Blue Star - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The "Twiglet" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The "Twiglet" ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The "Twiglet" ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The "Twiglet" ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The "Twiglet" located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Welland International Flatwater Centre, Niagara Square Shopping Centre and Seaway Mall. Niagara College and Niagara Regional Fairgrounds are also within 9 miles (15 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. 140 out of 156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 156 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 156 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 156 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

L T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Great stay. We loved all the animals
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dawn and her "critters" are incredible. We had a very relaxing weekend away and would definitely stay here again! The Twiglet is adorable and exactly as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Clare B.

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

Nice cabin in the woods

Nice cabin in the woods, convenient to everything. Petra was very helpful and had prepared directions and recommendations for us. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ellen V.

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

Cute stay

Property was very clean, well decorated, and close to Niagara while still being remote. Animals were fun to be around, and Dawn was very friendly and attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Farm

It's a real working farm, so watch your shoes! Enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia M.

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

Nice place to stay

It was a kick interacting with all the animals. The little house was private and had all the amenities you’d ever need. Very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

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

enchanting

The twiglet provided a window to the animals on the property and the perfect place to curl up and read a good book! It was a short drive to the falls and also provided a nice respite from all the action of clifton hill. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zoe W.

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

The perfect getaway!

This was the absolute perfect stay from the easy check in, coziest cabin, fun with farm animals, and incredible communication from hosts! We felt out in the country while also having access to everything within 15 minutes! It was perfect, we would 10/10 recommend and come again! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

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

Best place I have ever stayed

Every inch of the property is absolutely beautiful and staying so close to all of the animals was magical. Dawn is the kindest BNB host I’ve ever met as well and makes you feel at home here. You can walk around the conservatory freely and visit and/or feed the animals whenever you want. My girlfriend and I ended up booking an extra day here because we loved it so much. Can’t recommend it enough
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

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

Beautiful oasis with goat and alpaca friends!

We had a great time staying in the Twiglet! What a cute and cozy cabin! And staying around the animals was an extra treat… we loved saying hello to all the goats, alpaca, and ducks with special appearances by the farm dogs and cat. Dawn was great too! Easy to communicate with and clear easy instructions for checking in. The Twiglet was the perfect peaceful oasis after a busy day exploring to Niagara Falls area. Would love to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Steve K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Staying at the Twiglet

Animals at the location were nice….goats, ducks, lamas. Property is filled with animal stalls, very dirty, expectedly. The accommodations are right next to the animals, mice, ants, spiders present, and the building seemed pieced together with whatever. I will say that the people there are very kind. Limited water available. A bit too close to the animals.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Lovely place to stay

We came from the UK to this lovely well kept accommodation with the nicest people running it and animals that are exceptionally loved and cared for. The Hoblet is a once in a lifetime find which is close to everything including the falls and Niagara on the lake. Petra is a mind of information on the local area and is very welcoming. We all loved the animals and being able to spend time with them feeding and grooming. I even saw three deer just walking around the back of the Hoblet early one morning. A real nice place to stay which was home from home and nice to come back to every evening. I would recommend the hoblet to all and I felt extremely sad leaving there. Would love to come back again! Thank you Petra and Mush for a thoroughly fantastic holiday and one we will not forget ever! Julie, Den, Dan and James

10/10 Excellent

Sam L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good stay in general

the host is nice environment is ok except there are some dirts in the bedroon
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Adam D.

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

Cool place

Nice place. Nice and simple. Comfortable. Nice to wake up with animals everyday.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Juliette R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Lovely and Unkempt

Some things were wonderful. Patio outside the bedroom and the window view were lovely. A tiny oasis. Bed was very comfortable. We had everything we needed for a secluded time away. That said everything was just a little less than desirable and we are not hard to please guests. It seems like no one prepared for our visit. Dirty dishwater left in the sink, microwave not cleaned, overgrowth and random items placed around the property unlike the pictures, doors don't open and close securely, out of date instructions, and apparently we were expected to clean and set-up the outdoor spaces ourselves. Would it deter us from returning? No. Could it be nicer? Cleaner? More inviting? Yes. It's a tad neglected and a bit pell mell.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

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

Unique Stay for Animal Lovers

My husband and I had a great stay at The Twiglet. We enjoyed getting back to nature and visiting with the neighborly goats and other critters!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abby K.

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

Wonderful stay!

We only stayed one night at the hoblet on the way up to Lake Ontario, but we had a great time! Dawn is so nice and accommodating, the place was great, we absolutely loved petting the goats and all the farm animals. Would definitely come back again!❤️
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean G.

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

Very Cool Spot!

If you love animals then come here. I've never stared so deep into an alpacas eyes with it, at least what seemed, like it was smiling back at me lol. The cabin was cosy and suited all needs. We would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodi M.

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

Cute, cozy, quiet and so worth it!!

Enjoyed it all. Host was friendly and very helpful. Didn’t realize how much wine was in the area. Easy drive to Niagara. The worst thing was the alpaca that sneezed on me lol. I would recommend to anyone looking for a romantic and comfy get away!!! If there weren’t so many other places I want to go we would go back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanis F., London

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

Fun/unique little getaway 😊

The Twiglet was super cute and we really enjoyed our stay. Dawn, the host, was really nice and the goats were so fun! …Would definitely recommend a stay if you enjoy animals and a unique little place to unplug from technology.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Janet M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Too musty,mouldy and not clean

Animals great,didn’t get a tour of the place. Could not sit on deck area dirty, musty and lots of mould. My clothes,suitcase and car smells of mould. The animals look healthy,god bless, but would not go back. Best of luck Dawn, I know rain does not help,which we had a lot of rain. 🙁😊
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy M., Coon Rapids, MN USA

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

Exactly what is advertised

This was a fun time having a goat greeting and so many animals to adore. Well-kept tiny house - very peaceful and quiet. All you can do is relax with no internet service. A great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alanna G.

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

Unique and calming atay

This was a wonderful, unique accommodation. A completely different experience from my usual business travel. Unplugged evenings, animals yo say hello to, trickling water features. Tiny house relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Faith B.

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

Animal and people sanctuary

Our stay was pleasant from start to finish. The animals seem well cared for and we enjoyed a sense of peacefulness.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Best anniversary trip!

Typically during our anniversary we are already on a family vacation. This year we decided to do a stay just the two of us. My husband and I had the best time this trip!! We didn’t have a ton of time to spend on the sanctuary due to things my husband had planned out for us. But, the time we did get to spend there was wonderful. It’s peaceful at night. Miss Wanda will visit you. I got to meet so many goats, even had to put some escapees back in their pin Lolol!! They were the sweetest! I definitely recommend staying here with your spouse/significant other! It’s romantic in so many ways! I wanna go back for sure!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

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