Part of Historic Cottage with front verandah with freshly painted trim June 2009
Location: Saint Catharines, Ontario, Canada (Port Dalhousie)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Loft, 3 Baths (Sleeps 7-9)
WINNER OF THE 2008 TRILLIUM AWARD FOR BEAUTIFICATION AND HISTORICAL PRESERVATION!! Formerly run as a B&B, the Alexander Muir House circa 1840 was built by dry dock owner and ship-builder Alexander Muir near the original Welland Canal of 1829. It is set on a 70'x170' property with an extensive private back garden with mature trees and perennial garden with a patio and covered area to relax on.
This charming clapboard style cottage has a covered front verandah to sit on and enjoy the pretty surroundings and is just a 2 minute walk to the beach, marina, pier, historic carousel (still a nickel per ride), "Theatre in the Port" (dinner theatre), "Treadwell" (a fine dining waterfront restaurant), "The Kilt & Clover Pub", the world famous Henley Regatta Grandstand on Martindale Pond and many other pubs, restaurants and quaint shops. The "Waterfront Trail" can be used for walking, biking and running and goes for many miles along the waterfront.
Port Dalhousie is in the heart of the Niagara Wine Country. The famous Beamsville Bench area (often written up in Wine Spectator Magazine) is only 15 minutes away. Also, the quaint town of Jordan only minutes away and boasts a 100 year old wisteria vine. Niagara on the Lake (NOTL)is only 20 minutes away and has been labeled the "prettiest town in Ontario". It has the famous Shaw Theatre and many more wineries, shops and restaurants to visit. Niagara Falls and Casino Niagara are a 15 minute drive from NOTL along the scenic Niagara Parkway with breathtaking views of the Niagara River.
The Alexander Muir cottage is decorated in an "English cottage style" with comfortable earth tones and an eclectic mix of antiques, wicker and other fine furnishings and is fully equipped for your enjoyment (1,850 sq ft). All bedrooms have pillow top mattresses and the finest linens, fluffy towels, and are situated apart from one another for privacy. Two of the bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms and the main bathroom is situated beside the third bedroom. All bathrooms are very clean and fresh with hotel style toiletries. The cottage is equipped with fine china, glassware and cutlery and is set for entertaining. The cottage has large principal rooms and has floor to ceiling windows along the back of the cottage to view the private garden.
The back garden is equipped with lounge chairs and adirondack chairs, a few benches and also has an area on the patio to dine with a market umbrella. At the side of the cottage there is a separate bbq area. The garage has a covered area with adirondack chairs to sit on and enjoy as well.
If you are looking for a holiday that is full of adventure, wine tasting, or to just relax and unwind, this property offers it all. It is so close to all the activity, yet very private with lots of room to relax. If you are looking for a charming place with luxury and style and enjoy a peaceful setting with a beautiful garden and the finer things...this is the place for you!
Port Dalhousie is located only 1 hour from Toronto!
EVERY MONTH OF THE YEAR THERE ARE EVENTS IN WINE COUNTRY....COME DISCOVER NIAGARA YEAR ROUND; This property is ideal for weddings, family reunions and for discovering the Niagara Peninsula!!!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Central Air Conditioning
- Washer: Separate laundry/mud room with entrance to side garden
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: luxury linens and towels, pillow top mattresses
- Garage
- Off Street Parking: Parking on driveway can accommodate up to 4 cars
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed: Antique mahogany King Bed with 3 piece ensuite, pillow top mattress, luxury linens.
- Queen Bed (2) : Antique mahogany Queen Bed with 4 piece ensuite, pillow top mattress, luxury linens. Queen Bed beside main bathroom with pillowtop mattress, luxury linens.
- Twin/Single Bed: Single cot available for one more person on landing in separate area with pillow top and luxury linens.
- Child Bed (2)
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: NEW: Wireless Music System for IPOD
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Jetted Tub in Bath: Main bathroom has 4 piece including luxury jacuzzi tub
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Large eat-in Kitchen with breakfast bar and table with state of the art appliances.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Separate patio area for BBQ
- Deck/Patio: Patio area with market umbrella and covered area with adirondack chairs.
- Lanai: Roofed veranda in front with wrought iron chairs and cushions.
- View/Location
- Lake View: Can see a bit of the lake on front verandah. The lake is behind the houses across the street. Walk four minutes to beach and watch the sunset on the lake.
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Wireless internet works if you have the capability on your laptop
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed: Dogs may be considered, please enquire
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed: Smoking allowed on front verandah and in back garden
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Other Activities
- NIAGARA FALLS - Botanical Gardens, Aviary, Cable car over Whirl Pool, Clifton Hill amusement area, Casino Niagara, Butterfly Conservatory, Floral Clock, Helicopter Ride, Maid of the Mist, Live Entertainment, Marineland, NIAGARA ON THE LAKE (NOTL)-Many fine wineries, Shaw Festival Theatre, Historic golf course, Fort George JORDAN Station Wine District,BEAMSVILLE BENCH Wine District.
Rate Details (In Canadian Dollars)
Available All Year - $350 per night....... $2100/week
Can be available for shorter/longer stays (Charged by the night).
$150 Cleaning Fee, $300 Damage Deposit Applies to All Bookings.
50% Deposit by Personal Chq(Can. only) paypal, internet tsf, to res.booking.
Balance Due 30 Days Prior to Arrival.
Deposit less 10% refundable with 60 day notice of cancellation.
Please enquire with any dates/days as we may be flexible.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- Part of Historic Cottage with front verandah with freshly painted trim June 2009 - Port Dalhousie Alexander Muir House, Near Beach, Niagara Wine Country.
- View of part of back garden - Port Dalhousie Alexander Muir House, Near Beach, Niagara Wine Country.
- Family Room - Port Dalhousie Alexander Muir House, Near Beach, Niagara Wine Country.
- View from Family room into the Kitchen
- Kitchen bar and table, beyond french door is a Mud/Laundry Room to BBQ
- View from Kitchen through double french doors into Dining Room
- Dining Room taken from stairs going up to the King Suite
- Sunset on Lake Ontario just two minutes from cottage
- King Bedroom looking into 3 piece ensuite (shower)
- Looking into Queen Bedroom with ensuite (beside the Dining Room)
- Queen Bedroom by main bathroom and Family Room
- Queen Bedroom looking into 4 piece ensuite
- View out of Queen ensuite to side garden
- View of front of house beside verandah with driveway towards garage/back garden
- View of part of back garden by walkway
- Back of cottage & covered patio area with freshly painted trim June 2009
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