Close to Shaw Festival Theatre, Quaint Cottage In Old Town Steps To Shops And Restuarants provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
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 amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the marina
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Ice skating nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Winery tours 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 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 transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Old Town Historic District, a neighbourhood in Niagara-on-the-Lake, this holiday home is near a water park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Ontario and Niagara Falls State Park, while Fallsview Indoor Waterpark and Aquarium of Niagara are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Gale Centre Arena or Niagara Falls Convention Centre. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating. Visit our Niagara-on-the-Lake travel guide
Niagara Falls, ON (XLV-Niagara Falls Train Station)
22 min drive
Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.)
35 min drive
Restaurants
The Garrison House
3 min drive
Two Sisters Vineyards
4 min drive
Tim Hortons
11 min walk
Sandtrap Pub & Grill
15 min walk
Starbucks
4 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.
How much is parking at Quaint Cottage In Old Town Steps To Shops And Restuarants?
On-site parking is available at the 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?
Checkout 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 holiday 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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Quaint Cottage In Old Town Steps To Shops And Restuarants Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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.
Overall we had a great stay! The location is unbeatable, perfect for walking to old town downtown area. Cottage was beautifully decorated and offered everything as promised in the ad.
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!
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.
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.
Monica J.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Kathleen M.
17 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Quaint Cottage
Terrific location. Inside of the house is clean and cozy. Outside of the house needs some TLC.
Updated more than online pictures show.
Nice, clean and comfortable, would definately recommend to any one looking to stay in niagara on the lake
Scott M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Laurie B.
12 Aug 2024
Liked: Location
Niagara on the Lake
We loved our time at Niagara on the Lake. The location was perfect for our adventures. Overall, the cleanliness of the place was good but the slipcovers could have used a cleaning as well as the downstairs bathroom. The kitchen was well supplied and we had plenty of room to be together.
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.
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.
Mariko A.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lynn
1 Aug 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.
Extremely clean & fresh; well organized & stocked; tasteful decor. We didn't need much but there was a convenience store within 2 blocks. Quick responses from Ms. Luisa. Property was nicely kept. I would've liked to stay longer (and 10/10 would book again when returning to the area). Area felt safe and we enjoyed being a five minute walk from the busier areas. Reviews are really based on personal preferences and traits - as someone who values planning ahead, clean uncluttered environments and warm atmospheres, this property felt like home to us. Really cute and suited our needs perfectly. Thank you 🙏
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.
We had a fantastic time! Loved this cute house, it has so much character.
Cailin V.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Marcel
15 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was perfect, so clean and beautiful, so close to he main street in Niagara on Lake, you can walking to all the dinner options, and the location is beautiful! i hope to stay here every time I go to NOTL
We had a lovely stay at the house. The location and cleanliness were great. There were plenty of towels and dishes. The house and the town is charming and would love to return for another stay.