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Charming Carriage House in Niagara's Wine Country

Riverfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Terrace/patio
You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities at Charming Carriage House in Niagara's Wine Country. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Carriage House in Niagara's Wine Country

A converted carriage house and former blacksmith shop with a rich history dating back to the 1800’s - fully updated with modern amenities and a splendid garden. This is a one level plus loft bedroom, ideal for those who have challenges with stairs. Centrally located near the Falls, Niagara Parkway, Niagara-on-the-Lake, casinos, wineries and the largest outlet mall in Canada. A great gathering spot in any season with a full kitchen, laundry and outdoor space ready to entertain family and friends.

This updated and fully appointed space abounds with character and was originally used as a carriage house for the owner's horse and carriage. In the late 1800's it was converted into a blacksmith shop by the Swedish born Otto Lofgren who also ran the forge down the road at the Queenston Quarry. Relics from his days of black-smithing have been found on the premises and the stone carriage stair out front bares his family name.

AN IMPORTANT NOTE: this property being located on an historic crossroads has become a major entry point into Niagara. As a result, street traffic can often be very busy during the day but quiets down significantly at night.

Property manager

Darren Schmahl

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a river

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Small dogs permitted $50 fee (approval by owner)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Yes however street is busy during business hours

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

Charming Carriage House in Niagara Falls
Charming Carriage House in Niagara's Wine Country Cottage
Charming Carriage House in Niagara's Wine Country Niagara Falls

About the area

Located in Niagara Falls, this cottage is on a river. Niagara Falls State Park and Shaw Festival Theatre are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Clifton Hill and Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Fallsview Indoor Waterpark and Niagara SkyWheel.
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Niagara Falls, ON

What's nearby

  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Clifton Hill - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Fallsview Indoor Waterpark - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Casino Niagara - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Fallsview Casino - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Niagara Falls, ON (XLV-Niagara Falls Train Station) - 5 min drive
  • Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Queen's Coach Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dannys Sushi - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Greek on Portage Greek Cuisine - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Carriage House in Niagara's Wine Country pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Carriage House in Niagara's Wine Country?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Carriage House in Niagara's Wine Country?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Carriage House in Niagara's Wine Country located?

This family-friendly Niagara Falls cottage is located on a river, within 2 mi (3 km) of Niagara River Gorge, Niagara Helicopters and Whirlpool Aero Car. Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Gale Centre Arena are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Charming Carriage House in Niagara's Wine Country Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

Great stay!

Very clean, convenient and great place. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Cute carriage house

Cute cozy house . Just like the pics on VRBO site. We had a great time at this cozy house.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was very nice,family was impressed with the layout. Close to all attraction
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne H.

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

A great getaway

Fantastic property and owners! Perfect location for Falls and wineries.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy T.

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

Relaxing Get Away

This was the most relaxing cozy home I have stayed in. They were such great hosts and went above and beyond to make our stay memorable. The house was so clean and had everything stocked that you would ever need. Great location only minutes from all the attractions. Would love to stay again. Don't hesitate just book it and you won't regret it. Wish we didn't have to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawne M.

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

Cozy Christmas Cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Although a mini staycation from home before the hustle and bustle of the holidays, we truly felt like we were on a Christmas vacation you only see in the movies. The space was open and inviting, decorated in a pleasant, welcoming way. We would love to book again, maybe in the summer to be able to enjoy the entire property!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina F.

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

Perfect spot for small family

Charming carriage, close to everything, property owners were great! Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Diane R.

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

Interesting history, beautiful stay

This property is beautiful and we loved learning the history from Darren when we first arrived. We had everything that we needed and even a bit extra with the Keurig and supplies. The location was perfect for us and it was easy to get everywhere we needed to go.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

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

Really cool historic cute house in niagra

The house was very clean cozy and nice, the host communicated very well with me how everything worked out and when i had a question, would stay here again . Loved it . So cozy and had everything we needed the pictures do some pretty good justice the house is great. Book it you will love it
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula D.

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

Niagara Magic

Great house and location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shira M.

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

Fabulous!

This property was the perfect size, space, and location to enjoy the area! The aesthetic is adorable, too. The hosts were so clear, helpful, and attentive-great communication. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Averyl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cottage was great, and was very close to the activities we wanted to do. The hosts were always quick to respond to our messages in advance of our trip. They were extremely friendly while checking us in and answered all our questions. We'll stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shellbie W.

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

Beautiful, comfy & unique space

This property was unique and beautifully designed, very comfortable and just a short drive into the falls or Niagara on the Lake. Beautifully decorated and set up to make your stay very comfortable and enjoyable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Amazing

Great location. Hosts were amazing. Checked in on our visit for any needs. Family loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken R.

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

Niagara Getaway

Great property with all the amenities needed. Quiet neighborhood with the exception of the big trucks during the day and a few evening noisy racing kids
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

Getaway

We had a nice time away to relax and unwind. The home was perfect so much charm and character
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Greg H.

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

Nice Renovation

The house was well equipped and nicely renovated. The proximity to a variety of parks and trails was convenient. The only down side was that street was busy and the traffic was noisy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

rene C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Close to attractions

We chose this place because we wanted to visit the Niagara Falls area and Niagara on the Lake. It was close to both
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shantail M.

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

Comfy & Cozy

Lori and Darren were super helpful! They greeted us upon arrival and had tons of helpful tips about local restaurants and places to visit while in Niagara. We would definitely rent again if ever in the area in the future
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Iliana D.

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

Exquisite design

Gorgeous property, beautiful garden, and good location. Lori and Darren are lovely, showing us their art, and answering all our question about gardening.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo F.

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

Carriage House - Niagara Wine Country

The Carriage House was a dream come true. Beautifully appointed, extremely clean, well stocked with everything we needed and perfectly located for day trips around Ontario and into NY. The outside property is beautifully landscaped as well. Our hosts were awesome and provided recommendations for everything from places to eat to pet sitting services. A definite WIN!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jana E.

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

Weekend trip

Our stay was wonderful! We tried all of the food recommendations by the host and they were all great! Communication was quick and helpful when we had questions. The property is exactly as described in the review. Wish we could have used the back yard to hang out in but we were so busy on our long weekend in Niagara that we didn’t have time. The property was very close to all the things we wanted to do. We even were close enough to come and let the dog out from time to time and take her on walks. We would highly recommend. We had a great first trip to Canada!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia M.

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

Convenient and comfortable

The house is exactly as pictured in the listing -- clean, nicely furnished and really well stocked. The owners are very easy to reach and respond right away, starting with a friendly welcome to the property. Darren gave us some restaurant recommendations and we were able to try one -- great food, reasonable price and very close to the house. All in all, the house is really close to everything we needed or wanted to do, so a perfect central location. Looking forward to staying there again next time we can make it to the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

liesel w.

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

Great Carriage House

Darren and Lori were marvelous hosts. They answered all of our questions promptly and Darren greeted us upon arrival! The space was beautiful and had everything that we needed. The house was very near all that we wanted to see and do. It was located on a heavily traveled road and there was quite a bit of noise. The backyard space is a work in progress and will no doubt be super upon completion. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hosts were super friendly and responsive. Appreciated the early check in since no one had been there the previous night. The rental itself was sweet and well stocked. Everything worked well. We enjoyed two nights with our parents and were quite happy to arrive to the very comfy beds after busy days exploring the Niagara area. Thank you again! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023