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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
Languages
English, Italian
Property amenities
Internet
WiFi available
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking
Car not required
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Spices
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathrooms
2 bathrooms
Shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite service
Stereo
Books
Outdoor areas
Patio
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Washing machine and dryer
Near laundromat
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Limited housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city center
Near a health or beauty spa
Near outlet shopping
Things to do
Water park
Fitness facilities nearby
Hiking nearby
Marina nearby
Ice skating nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Golf nearby
Swimming nearby
Sailing nearby
Cycling nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Onsite 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Quaint Cottage Old Town Steps Shops Restuarants House
Quaint Cottage Old Town Steps Shops Restuarants House
Quaint Cottage Old Town Steps Shops Restuarants
Quaint Cottage In Old Town Steps To Shops Restuarants
About the neighborhood
Niagara-on-the-lake, Ontario
What's nearby
Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club - 9 min walk
Fort Mississauga - 11 min walk
Shaw Festival Theatre - 13 min walk
Jackson-Triggs Winery - 3 min drive
Peller Estates Winery - 4 min drive
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?
Check-out 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 vacation 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.
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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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.
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.
From beginning to end we were extremely pleased with our experiences via app and our interactions with the home owner. This was our 3rd time staying at this property. Thanks again for making our weekend escape so very pleasant.
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.
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!
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!
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.
2 words...blown away! What a jem! Everything we needed forstaying and even cooking meals, such a short walk to town. Pictures dont do this place justice. We would definitely stay here again.
Michelle Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lynn
1 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a gorgeous historic house. We loved how you kept the charm of it intact, while providing enough modern conveniences to not make it challenging. The yard could use a little love (the vegetation needs a little trimming). The outdoor dining table has one leg that’s holding on by a thread. Maybe just fix it or replace it? Other than that it was a wonderful property.
Lynn
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Andrew R.
15 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Beautiful interior , negative vibes on the outside
We had a lovely stay here - very clean, charming decor and just a few blocks from the center of town. The check in was a wee bit stressful since we didn't obtain the keycode until we called just before 4 pm. But Luisa did call us after I sent an email and she was very friendly. Had a bit of ant problem on the 2nd floor in the bathroom from a small hole in the ceiling. Was able to fix the problem with duct tape that was in the home. Luisa was very responsive and although she couldn't get anyone out to the house before we left, our duct tape did the job for the duration. Really appreciated how close this house was to town.
Joan B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
6/10 Okay
Greg W.
2 August 2022
Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Quaint as pictured
Quaint property great location. I would suggest the upstairs loft be advertised for children due to the slanted ceilings. Any adult would hit their heads sitting up in bed. The Living area was lovely and altho small the kitchen and pantry were well equipped. My biggest complaint would be the beds. The back porch room bed is a springy pullout but has room for a proper bed and the other beds were ok. If you want location off the main drag this was great. Front porch wicker furniture needs to be upgraded so guests don't feel like they are going to break it and the white dried paint chips off on your clothes.
We had an awesome week at this beautiful, cozy cottage! It was a perfect location with just minutes walking distance from main strip. We found it to be very spacious for our family of four (including our 19 and 13 yr olds). There was one bedroom with queen bed and a loft upstairs with a single bed and big double bed. A sun room in back of cottage has pull out couch. The backyard was very small and we really couldn’t enjoy it or the bbq because both didn’t seem too inviting! There is so much to do and see that it really didn’t bother us! It was wonderful to sit out on the front porch for a little down time! Would highly recommend because of the location, convenience, space and cleanliness. Luisa, one of the hosts, was wonderful to deal with. Very kind and prompt to reply. We all loved it here!!!!
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!
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.
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.