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John's Island House on Toronto Island, just minutes from Downtown Toronto
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Sleeps 10 232.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Toronto, ON
- Scotiabank Arena24 min drive
- Rogers Centre25 min drive
- CN Tower25 min drive
- Toronto, ON (YTZ-Billy Bishop Toronto City)27 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1 (2nd floor)
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2 (main floor)
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3 (lower floor)
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4 (2nd floor)
1 Single Bed
Bedroom 5 (lower floor)
1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1 (2nd floor)
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2 (main floor)
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3 (lower floor)
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
John's Island House on Toronto Island, just minutes from Downtown Toronto
Experience the magic of Toronto at our gorgeous house designed by renowned architect, David Lieberman. The contemporary and warm two-story island home includes all the amenities for your family, including a full kitchen, dining room, living room, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and screened veranda. A spacious terrace with gas barbecue allows for dining while the adjoining private garden is a peaceful nook for meditation and reflection.
The house features a master bedroom with a king-size bed and connecting 4-piece washroom, a second bedroom with queen-size bed and connecting 3-piece washroom, a third bedroom with queen-size bed and connecting 3-piece washroom, a fourth bedroom with a single bed, and a fifth bedroom with a single and double bunk bed. The lower level (which can be separated) has a large media room with TV, a combined kitchen/laundry room, two bedrooms and a bathroom. The dining room table can accommodate up to 10 people, and the living room includes a Smart TV, sound system and fireplace. The kitchen is fully stocked and boasts custom cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances including gas stove.
The Island Neighborhood
The Island community is the largest urban car-free community in North America. Kids and adults of all ages can find things to do on the island.
In the summer there is swimming, sailing, canoeing, and other boat activities in Lake Ontario. Nature fans will love the peaceful lagoons where wildlife flourishes including turtles, fish, swans, and many other rare birds. For young children, Centreville on Centre Island is a fun amusement park with roller-coasters, water rides and a petting zoo.
In the winter you can enjoy the peacefulness of being just far enough away from the City noise to feel like you have left the distractions of the City far behind. You can explore nature during a bike ride, or hike, as you make your way along the island paths and wonder next to the still quiet lagoons.
Distances
From the house one can walk to the ferry in 7 minutes, to the beach in 3 minutes, to the island café in 4 minutes, to the Riviera restaurant and patio in 8 minutes, and to Center Island in 38 minutes.
The ferry ride is 10 minutes to and from the city, and from the city ferry terminal one can walk to Union Station in 16 minutes, to the CN Tower in 21 minutes, to the Convention Center in 22 minutes, to the Rogers Center in 23 minutes, to the St. Lawrence market in 23 minutes, to Eaton’s Center in 28 minutes, and to the Distillery in 30 minutes.
The house features a master bedroom with a king-size bed and connecting 4-piece washroom, a second bedroom with queen-size bed and connecting 3-piece washroom, a third bedroom with queen-size bed and connecting 3-piece washroom, a fourth bedroom with a single bed, and a fifth bedroom with a single and double bunk bed. The lower level (which can be separated) has a large media room with TV, a combined kitchen/laundry room, two bedrooms and a bathroom. The dining room table can accommodate up to 10 people, and the living room includes a Smart TV, sound system and fireplace. The kitchen is fully stocked and boasts custom cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances including gas stove.
The Island Neighborhood
The Island community is the largest urban car-free community in North America. Kids and adults of all ages can find things to do on the island.
In the summer there is swimming, sailing, canoeing, and other boat activities in Lake Ontario. Nature fans will love the peaceful lagoons where wildlife flourishes including turtles, fish, swans, and many other rare birds. For young children, Centreville on Centre Island is a fun amusement park with roller-coasters, water rides and a petting zoo.
In the winter you can enjoy the peacefulness of being just far enough away from the City noise to feel like you have left the distractions of the City far behind. You can explore nature during a bike ride, or hike, as you make your way along the island paths and wonder next to the still quiet lagoons.
Distances
From the house one can walk to the ferry in 7 minutes, to the beach in 3 minutes, to the island café in 4 minutes, to the Riviera restaurant and patio in 8 minutes, and to Center Island in 38 minutes.
The ferry ride is 10 minutes to and from the city, and from the city ferry terminal one can walk to Union Station in 16 minutes, to the CN Tower in 21 minutes, to the Convention Center in 22 minutes, to the Rogers Center in 23 minutes, to the St. Lawrence market in 23 minutes, to Eaton’s Center in 28 minutes, and to the Distillery in 30 minutes.
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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: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Only 1 pet under 20 # and would require approval.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Toronto
Old Toronto, a neighbourhood in Toronto, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Ontario and High Park, while Ripley's Aquarium of Canada and Hockey Hall of Fame are popular area attractions. Check out an event or a game at Scotiabank Arena, and consider making time for Royal Ontario Museum, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Toronto, ON
What's nearby
- Scotiabank Arena - 24 min drive - 2.9 km
- Rogers Centre - 25 min drive - 3.3 km
- CN Tower - 25 min drive - 3.3 km
- Ripley's Aquarium of Canada - 25 min drive - 3.3 km
- The Distillery Historic District - 26 min drive - 4.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- NBA Courtside Restaurant
- The Mizzen
- Cherry Street Bar-B-Que
- Stefra's Snack Bar
- Irene
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About the host
Hosted by John Wilkinson

I am from Toronto and spend winters in San Jose, Costa Rica
Why they chose this property
The neighborhood is quiet and like living in the country
What makes this property unique
The island location is peaceful and 15 minutes from downtown Toronto
Languages:
English
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