Title: Grand River Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=720021658135384064&destination=Haldimand+County%2C+Ontario%2C+Canada&selected=100043932&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Grand River Retreat ## Photo gallery for Grand River Retreat ![Outdoor spa tub - Grand River Retreat (Caledonia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100050000/100044000/100043932/eebc6ea4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous - Grand River Retreat (Caledonia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100050000/100044000/100043932/w1167h876x1y0-67c0fd77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool - Grand River Retreat (Caledonia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100050000/100044000/100043932/00e04869.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Grand River Retreat (Caledonia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100050000/100044000/100043932/92ec3043.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Grand River Retreat (Caledonia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100050000/100044000/100043932/879e5b04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the tranquility of a historical country retreat on the Grand River at this charming property. With 13 acres to roam, unwind by setting up a campfire, relax in the pool or hot tub, and enjoy water activities like canoeing or kayaking. ## Reviews 7.2 Good ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Grand River Retreat Here's your chance to enjoy a historical country retreat on the Grand River. With over 13 acres of 200 year old riverfront property free to use. Set up a campfire, relax in the pool, hottub, canoe or kayak the river, fish in knee deep water, hunt ducks and geese. Our property is perfect for a recreational country retreat. Pets are allowed. No smoking in the house please. Shoes may not be worn on the second floor or carpets. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91930000/91920700/91920651/8ba3dc7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Brand new home in Caledonia walking distance to river trail Caledonia - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 8.8 Excellent 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=91920651&PinnedHotelID=91920651&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96770000/96768200/96768162/37568bf4_edited_2299.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Luxury in peaceful Caledonia, 13 minutes away from Hamilton Airport Caledonia - Hot tub - Air-conditioning - Parking available - Laundry room 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=96768162&PinnedHotelID=96768162&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83150000/83141200/83141157/5147e751.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peace & luxury farm - POOL, Labyrinth near beach Selkirk - Pool - Hot tub - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=83141157&PinnedHotelID=83141157&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114430000/114421800/114421799/9630edd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### LAKE ERIE WATERFRONT COTTAGE. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25 Note from host: An extra charge will apply for additional guests 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 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 ## About the area Haldimand County is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Binbrook Conservation Area and Buttermilk Falls, while Edinburgh Square Heritage and Cultural Centre and Caledonia Grand Trunk Station are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cameron Speedway & Amusements or Toronto Motorsports Park. [Visit our Caledonia travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Caledonia.dx6352759) [View more Cottages in Hamilton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hamilton-Cottages.d3963-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=43.041676,-79.90891&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:qmveGtevfN%3FS%3FU%40U%3FU%40S%3FU%40U%40S%40UBU%40SBUBS%40UBSBSDUBSDSBSDSDSDSDSDSFQDSFQDSFQFQFSHQFQFOHQHQFOHQHOHOHOJOHOJOHMJOJMJMJMHMLKJMJKLKJKLMJKLILILKLIJILINGLGLILGNGLGLENGLENELENCLENENALENANCNANCL%3FNANANAL%3FN%3FP%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%40L%3FNBN%40NBN%40LDN%40NDLDNBLDNDLDNFLDLFNFLFLHLFNFLHJHLHLJLHLHJJLLJJLJJJJLLLHJJLJLJLJNHLJNHNJNHNHNHNHPFNHPHPFNFPHPFRFPFPDRFPDRFPDRDRDRDRDRBRDRBRDTBRBR%40TBRBT%40RBT%40T%40R%40T%3FT%40R%3FT%40T%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FTAR%3FTAT%3FRATATARCTATCRCRATCTCRERCRERCTEREREREPERGREPGRERGPGPGPIPGPGPIPINGPININIPILKPILKNINKLKLKLKNIJMLKLKJMJKJMJKJMHMJMHMHKHMHOHMFMFMFOHMFMDODMDODMFOBMBODOBMBOBO%40OBO%40M%40O%40O%3FO%40M%3FQ%3FO%3FM%3FOAO%3FOAMAOAOCOAOCMCOCOCMEOCMGOEMEOEMEMGOIMGMGMGOIMIKIMIMIMKMIKKMKKKMKKKKMMKIMKOKMKMKMIOKOIMKQIMIQIOIOGQIOIQGQGQIQGQGQGQESGSEQGSESEQESESESCUESCSESCSCUAUCSCSAUCUASAUAU%3FSAU%3FUAS%3FU%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ng9iVJy7dsPke5tfY9_rYawZVF4=) Caledonia, ON ### What's nearby - Ruthven Park National Historic Site 7 min drive \- 3.3 miles - Edinburgh Square Heritage and Cultural Centre 8 min drive \- 3.7 miles - Caledonia Bridge 8 min drive \- 4.0 miles - Caledonia Mill 9 min drive \- 4.2 miles - Ruthven Park National Historic Site 11 min drive \- 6.4 miles ### Getting around - Hamilton GO Centre 27 min drive - Hamilton, ON (YHM-John C. Munro Hamilton Intl.) 15 min drive ### Restaurants - Tim Hortons 6 min drive - McDonald's 7 min drive - Ye Olde Squire 5 min drive - Stacked 7 min drive - A&W Restaurant 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Grand River Retreat pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Grand River Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Grand River Retreat? ### Where is Grand River Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Grand River Retreat Reviews ## Reviews ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 6.4 Cleanliness ### 8.4 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Lisa A. 9 Jun 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great quick getaway Great for a quick getaway. Walking to the river is pleasant and there is so much beautiful nature around. Beds are comfortable and house fits a family well. Thank you for a great stay. ##### Lisa A. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Penny A. 19 Jul 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Grand River Getaway Vacationing with our teenagers, we enjoyed spending time beside the Grand River -- the fire pit was a hit with our boys! -- and we enjoyed spending time in and round the pool. The property is large and beautiful. I would have appreciated knowing before we arrived that it is an historic house. ##### Penny A. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Allison P. 23 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Private Getaway This was a very lovely location with a warm welcoming house to stay in. Beautiful 100+ year old historical house on the Grand River. House was well stocked with everything you could need for a family vacation. 4 good sized bedrooms with queen beds. Great water pressure, lots of rooms and sitting areas to spread out in, washer and dryer, cute personal touches throughout. You can tell a lot of love and effort went into outfitting this house. My only recommendation for this space would be to make some room in the kitchen cupboards, and clear out the excess food and condiments in the fridge from previous guests. Thank you for a wonderful vacation! ##### Allison P. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kattia P. 22 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful place to stay Beautiful ##### Kattia P. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Mary-Lynn M. 9 Sept 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The vacation that never happened Our vacation was abruptly aborted less than 24 hours before arrival. The cottage had been double booked and we were notified that priority would be given to the other guests as they had booked first. I was shocked that this could happen. I had communicated with the host 2 days prior to our arrival date and absolutely no indication was given that there were any issues. We were left to fend for ourselves. VRBO and our host seemed to be arguing over who was to blame leaving us in the dust. Apparently the unit was offered on both VRBO and Air B and B and the calendars were not synced. VRBO would not assist us until after 'what would have been' our check-in time and our host insisted this was a VRBO issue and not his fault. Eventually after several phone calls to VRBO they told us we could try to find something through Expedia, however this was not possible as we were a family of 6 limited to a small area and a strict timeline and nothing was available. Luckily we were able to stay with relatives before our departure back home. Eventually our money was refunded, but not until the host and VRBO were able to resolve who was responsible between them. Our time away with family was ruined. ##### Mary-Lynn M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ---