the "HOBLET", self catering,fully equipped cabin, 5 patio doors, 3 skylights,
Location: Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
Accommodations: Cabin, 1 Bedroom + Other (See Description), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-5)
Keywords: Cabin (Small House)
Just a 14 minute drive from the brink of Niagara Falls! Our "hoblet" has the look of a woodsy cabin, but is spacious and modern. 600 sq. feet in total with a large studio living room, separate bedroom and a bathroom with a built in 2 seater far infrared sauna. Outside is viewed through 5 sets of double glass patio doors & 3 skylights.Your retreat includes breakfast, via a lightly stocked kitchen and all the ammenities. The green living roof is very special. Your "yard" is a hardwood forest with a small stream running through. Beautifully landscaped out in the country yet only 15 minutes from the brink of the falls with emphasis on nature and good energy. On site and for your viewing is our equine rescue, home to 4 donkeys, 1 mule, and 1 percheron. Your rental is completely private from the main house, has its own driveway with a delightful walk through the trees and past the "circle of elements", a great fire pit with boulders encompassing that space.
Wonderful walks through the forest, ponds, & stream all help to create a very special energy in and around the "cabin". Your host, Petra, has received the Ambassador of Tourism Award from the Canadian government during her eight years as a professional tour guide in Niagara Falls, now Petra spends her free time looking after the donkeys. Please see our website for more photos of the "space" and the surrounding area, we look forward to meeting you!
For our guests staying 2night or more, a wonderful one hour "Meet and Greet the Animlas" is included with your stay. Spend some one on one time with your favorite donkey. The emphasis is on nature here enjoy the views and the animals.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : upon request, the 5 patio doors and position in by the woods makes for a comfortable "climate".
- Linens Provided : the hoblet is fully furnished, fresh linens, beds made (unless you are using the air/bed mattress later), blankets, dish towels, towels etc.
- Wood Fireplace : wood for the outdoor "circle of elements" firepit provided, there is an electric fireplace in the hoblet.
- Beds
- Double Bed : bottom of the adult bunk (in the bedroom) is a double
- Twin/Single Bed : top of the adult bunkbed (in the bedroom) is a twin
- Bunk Bed : adult bunkbed in the separate bedroom, with a double below and a twin on top
- Convertible Bed : pleather couches in livingroom area convert to 2 single beds (not pullouts) As well a full queen size air/bed mattress is there, with all linens provided
- Entertainment
- Sauna : 2 seater far infared sauna in bathroom
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : one of the "features" at Natures Energy is to become "unpluged". There is an extensive video library with movies for all ages
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : the stereo does have a cd player and there is a selection of cds in the wall unit
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : the kitchen features a full electric stove top. There is no oven but the micro wave has an ovenette feature. Gas barbeque, and all the cooking utensils.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : please note being by the forest and in a country address, sometimes the reception is slow, or spotty - joys of country living! there is free wifi (guaranteed just 10 min away on your way to the falls).
- Other Amenities
- nestled by the woods, use of "circle of elements" 24 ft diameter fire pit, working organic garden, forest trails, equine rescue, private modern "studio", used for retreats just 15 min. from the falls, 5 min from shopping, breakfast included via a lightly stocked kitchen, wonderful, and peaceful energy here, living roof, 3 skylights
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed : do to the donkeys and proximity of them it could be dangerous for a dog or cat unfamiliar to the equines, sorry.
- Senior Adults Only Community : please check the photos for the beds and sleeping arrangements. You be the judge of the your senior comfort needs in beds, note the bed in the bedroom is a bunk bed. The queen air/bed mattress sits on the floor (though quite high, 15 inches), again how agile is the senior guest??
- Kid Friendly : the children love the animals, however please note that for young toddlers there are ponds, large animals etc. and the young children would require to be supervised at all times. Please call and discuss this "landscape" to see if you are comfortable with this for the toddlers!
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 21 please
- Smoking Not Allowed : plenty of forest, patio area and fire pit to smoke at
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Other Activities
- As we resque donkeys (and "anyone" else in need, our latest arrival is Sheldon the pot belly pig) we find our guests enjoy the spirit of the animals. Included in a 2 (or more) night stay is a "meet & greet" with the animals. One on one time and supervised by ourselves to introduce you to the animals that have found a home here. Groom them, hear their stories,and learn what is involved in taking in an animal. Many of our guests have commented on learning information about certain animals that has effected their decision on which animal would fit in their situation and which would not. Great photo time as well. This feature is totally optional. Some our guests barely have time to see all the sights in the area. When you check it just let us know if you would like to schedule a "meet & greet".. Also your hostess, Petra, is a certified hatha yoga instructor, if you wish to do a private class while here call for details, a 90 minute private one on one class for your party is $30.00 (Cad)l
Rate Details (In Canadian Dollars)
$135/night .. $249/2 nights
Includes breakfast & lightly stocked kitchen,
Wood for the circle of elements firepit
Bikes
Meet & greet with the donkeys
Concierge service and area trip planning
Special weekly rate available
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2009
I have over 8 years experience as a professional tour guide in Niagara Falls. And a proud recipient of the Ambassador of Tourism Award from the Canadian government. We share our "space" with 3 dogs, and 6 equines, and a pot belly pig named Sheldon. We are passionate about animal welfare, and preserving nature. I speak conversational Spanish and German. Having lived and worked in seven countries, and having travelled extensively I believe my husband and I have come to understand what our national and international guest would appreciate and expect in their travels.
The Unique Benefits of this Cabin
For more photos, and a "feel" for what we have created please ask about our website - truly a retreat, yet all the modern comforts and facilities, and so much more! Even the locals come for a visit.
Property Photos
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- the "HOBLET", self catering,fully equipped cabin, 5 patio doors, 3 skylights, - Niagara Falls, Ontario Vacation Rental with Sauna & Fire Pit
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- open concept, 600 sq. ft, showing living room, kitchen area, includes breakfast! - Niagara Falls, Ontario Vacation Rental with Sauna & Fire Pit
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- dining table, bedroom in the backround (to the right), total 5 patio doors, - Niagara Falls, Ontario Vacation Rental with Sauna & Fire Pit
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- separate bedroom, adult bunk, double & twin, also queen air bed, all linens incl
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- open concept living, 5 patio doors to view of forest and fire pit, 3 sky lights
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- walkway from parking lot to hoblet, showing covered patio
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- our donkey reception line await you! We rescue donkeys, meet & greet the animals
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- covered patio and propane barbeque, viewing into forest
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- circle of elements view in front of hoblet, "your front yard", see living roof
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- the "circle of elements", wonderful fire pit, boulders specially placed NSEW
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- walkway from your parking lot at "Froglet Falls", kids love counting the frogs!
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- walkway brings you over the stream to your front door and patio
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- Autumn in Niagara, glorious fall colours, wine festivals & the "harvests"
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- winter has its own beauty, electric fireplace inside for cozy evenings
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- pasture and barn coming up the drive, enjoy the animals as part of your retreat
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- "Meet & Greet the animals" included with your 2 night retreat, an hour of 1 on 1
Traveler Reviews (11)
Wonderful Niagara Falls Experience
Guest: the New Yorkers
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Date of Stay: 08/11/11
Review Submitted: 09/03/11
"Wonderful Niagara Falls Experience" My Fiance (sorry had to mention it, got engaged while staying at the hoblett!) and I as well as another couple stayed at the Hoblet for 2 nights while visiting Niagara Falls. Petra could not have been more helpful and hospitable. The hoblet is approximatey a 15 minute drive to the Falls, and as others have mentioned before, it is just wonderful to come back after a long day/night and be able to spend time with friends & family, cooking, listening to music, playing games or sitting by the fire. Note that there is 1 bedroom with a bunkbed, we alternated btw. the bedroom & the blowup air mattress which was not a problem at all. Also note that Petra & Mush live on the property, just behind the hoblett, but once again, no issue here, the best neighbors? one could have! We did not do the "meet & greet" with the animals, but they are on the property so we did get some great pictures. We were traveling up to Toronto following our visit to Niagara and once again, Petra could not have been more helpful offering information and tips. I would definitely recommend the hoblet for anyone visiting Niagara Falls!
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Amazing and wholistic experience
Guest: couple from Jersey
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Date of Stay: 08/14/10
Review Submitted: 09/03/11
"Amazing and Wholistic Experience!" The service that we received at the Hoblet was "second to none." In a nutshell, it was more than excellent. In every way possible way the owners bent over backwords to make our stay a very enjoyable experience! We loved the Hoblet and the owners! It is a beautiful cottage in a serene and peaceful place that allows you to enjoy the scenic nature of the woods. The cottage has so many "nice-touches" to the place. Everything from the "circle of elements" that has the bonfire pit, to being fully furnished with pots and pans and basic cooking needs, to a semi-stocked fridge and pantry that provides for delicious breakfast and snack foods, a relaxing realistic electric fireplace, and best of all--an actual sauna! Next, the Hoblet is an excellent choice to support eco-tourism, i.e. to be environmentally concientious while on vacation. The Hoblet comes with an awesome "green/living" roof, an organic garden that you can help with, and an animal rescue mission on site that has rescued a variety of equestrian animals. Lastly, the Hoblet is an excellent choice for "finding ones-self." One of the owners is a Yoga instructor, and utilizes the Hoblet for her classes. So, along with the beautiful scenery and excellent hospitality, you also get to utilize any of the Yoga class supplements, such as the relaxing nature music, beautiful artistic decorations and plants, incense, and even a yoga video! So, if you are on vacation to see the falls, or just need a getaway, I would totally recommend staying at the relaxing and beautiful Hoblet.
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A retreat like no other
Guest: family from Denver
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Date of Stay: 10/14/10
Review Submitted: 09/03/11
"A retreat like no other!" My wife, one-year-old daughter, and I were recently in search of a perfect weekend getaway. We found everything we could have hoped for at Nature's Energy Centre. First of all, the location couldn't be beat. Nestled in a quiet forest in rural Ontario a mere 15 minutes from the Falls, the guesthouse was bounded on one side by a babbling brook and hardwood forest and on the other by a moving animal sanctuary that is home to rescued horses, mules, and donkeys. The private yoga studio, which doubled as our guest apartment, featured a full-service kitchenette, a private bath with infrared sauna, and an electric fireplace. Five sets of sliding glass doors overlooked the surrounding woods while a series of mirrored skylights allowed for abundant natural light by day and hours of stargazing by night. We couldn't have been more comfortable. Even our typically restless baby girl slept the entire night--a rare but welcome treat! From the studio, a wooden path led to the property's signature "circle of elements"--a spherical firepit of rock, water, and wood. We found the "circle" an excellent place to de-stress and unwind. Beyond the "circle of elements" was a working organic garden and greenhouse. Ambitious guests can spend time gardening; a list of daily tasks is provided upon request. We opted to explore the property's ponds, streams, and waterfalls, and to take it easy instead. Regarding activities, our gracious hosts were well connected to the local tourist industry and able to secure discounts to many local attractions. They are also able to arrange private art classes, yoga sessions, and massages--all of which are given in the secluded comfort of this home-away-from home. In short, we can't say enough about this place and can hardly wait to return. Like their website says, if you're looking for a unique getaway in an intimate country setting with an emphasis on personal attention and good energy, then Nature's Energy Centre is for you!
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Hoblet Rocks!
Guest: family from California
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Date of Stay: 04/09/11
Review Submitted: 09/03/11
"The Hoblet rocks!" My husband, 12 year old son & I stayed with Petra, Mush & the donkeys for 4 nights & loved every minute of it-all of us. Petra greeted our late arrival (close to 10 p.m.) with a big smile and a roaring fire in the outdoor fire circle. We met 2 of the donkeys, who were curious about us(and met the others next morning). Originally conceived as a yoga retreat, the cabin is beautifully laid out, warm, and welcoming, with lovely touches (including a bouquet of absolutely beautiful fresh tulips on the table!) The refrigerator was stocked with 1/2 dozen farm fresh organic eggs, butter, cheese, orange juice and yogurts--and to my husband's delight, real half and half for his coffee (also provided). The beds have lovely European linens (Petra's mom is German and advised on European hospitality). There is only one bedroom, with a bunk with full-size bed under a twin, so we all slept in the same room (except one night when my 12 year old de-camped to the living room to escape dad's snoring-the sofa's comfy and gives a modicum of separation between kids and adults, if that matters to you). Petra and her husband Mush provided us with bicycles, helped my son meet and feed the donkeys they've rescued,and let us play with the dogs once we made it clear we were dog people (they were fully prepared to keep the dogs separate if we required it, but three dogs is just right for us!)The fire circle was prepared every evening. But we had plenty of privacy. The Hoblet was all ours,separate from the main house and far enough from the animals that if we hadn't wanted to, we didn't have to deal with them (but we wanted to). Caveats for some (not for us): t.v. reception's not great (Petra said; we never tried, too much else to do!), wireless reception for internet was spotty (closer to tourist areas 15 mins away, reception's fine), & there are bugs (it's in a wood, for pete's sake!) It's just delightful. We'll be back!
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Oasis of peace
Guest: family from Italy
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Date of Stay: 05/28/11
Review Submitted: 09/03/11
"oasis of peace!" We spended 3 days at the Hoblet with our two daughter (9 and 10 years). We liked the falls, but the best time we had was at the Hoblet, enjoing barbeque, nature, silence, peace... Petra and Mush were so nice and friendly and the animals there were the joy of our daughters. Thanks to Petra and Mush!
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all the way from Singapore
Guest: family from Singapore
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Date of Stay: 06/04/11
Review Submitted: 09/03/11
"Nice little cottage in the woods away from the tourist crowd" A nice place to stay away from the main tourist crowd. A 10mins drive to the main Niagara Falls. Cosy, homely, quiet, and all well provided. Host was very friendly and helpful. A place to stay if you want to be away from the city to enjoy the sereness of the woods and yet near enough to the main tourist Niagara falls attractions. Wish we had more time to enjoy the cottage stay.
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all the way from Singapore
Guest: family from Singapore
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Date of Stay: 06/04/11
Review Submitted: 09/03/11
"Nice little cottage in the woods away from the tourist crowd" A nice place to stay away from the main tourist crowd. A 10mins drive to the main Niagara Falls. Cosy, homely, quiet, and all well provided. Host was very friendly and helpful. A place to stay if you want to be away from the city to enjoy the sereness of the woods and yet near enough to the main tourist Niagara falls attractions. Wish we had more time to enjoy the cottage stay.
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"Great Week Thanks to Great Hosts"
Guest: Kim
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Date of Stay: 06/12/11
Review Submitted: 09/03/11
"Great Week Thanks To Great Hosts!" My partner and I stayed at "The Hoblet" June 13-18 and absolutely loved our stay. Our hosts were so friendly and accommodating - even giving us their internet hub for the week as we needed internet for work. So generous! The pantry was stocked with milk, juice, yogurt, farm-fresh eggs, muffins, cheese, butter, etc. it was such a thoughtful treat. Both Petra and Mush were beaming with kindness and went out of their way to make our stay incredible - and very relaxing. We felt right at home. The Hoblet is very well appointed, extremely comfortable and spotless! It is very private and a great getaway that I highly recommend. We loved the "circle of elements" fire pit, waterfall, and the lovely view into the woods that surround the property. There are windows and sky-lights galore which, with the high-ceilings, make the space bright and cheery. We highly recommend it and will be back!
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"Tranquil Nature Hideway"
Guest: Lisa and family
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Date of Stay: 07/16/11
Review Submitted: 09/03/11
"Tranquil Nature Hideway" Hoblet was a great nature retreat with modern conveniences. My children loved sitting around a fire at night making smores at the end of each travel day. Even though we had a lot of enjoyable experiences they were most excited to get back to the animals and wooded setting.
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"relaxing, quite getaway in the woods..near falls
Guest: Kim and family, from Pennsylvania
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Date of Stay: 07/23/11
Review Submitted: 09/02/11
"Relaxing, quiet getaway in the woods w/animals and near Falls" Wow - what an enjoyable time we had at the Hoblet for 5 nights with our 2 kids. It was a pleasure each night to come back from sightseeing to a quiet, serene place to relax and play games with the family, and rest up for the next day. We loved riding bikes in the morning and evening on the rural and flat roads (we're from a hilly place!), listening to and temporarily catching the many frogs in the pond (Powder caught one on a more permanent basis), hanging out with and petting the dogs (Katie, Powder and Mutsy), meeting and greeting the donkeys with Mush, and watching the other animals (horse, mules). We used the barbecue for burgers one night, and enjoyed s'mores by the fire in the Circle of Elements another evening. The hoblet was beautifully decorated and had a rustic, peaceful feel to it, surrounded by nature -- which was a welcome change from staying in a typical (noisy, crowded) hotel room near the tourist area. It was nice to have some basic food items already there when we arrived (muffins were awesome). Petra and Mush were wonderful, helpful hosts. We appreciated the tips for what to see/do while there, and for sharing their personal internet hub with us so we could look online for tour info. and let our college son get his daily online fix (ok - we used it a little too...). Our favorite places to go (besides the Falls): The Wet Jet Boat ride, Maid of the Mist, the Mandarin buffet, Timmy Hortons (great sandwiches and iced coffee!), Sherkston Shores and Niagara-on-the-Lake. Thanks again Petra and Mush for everything (especially for keeping us "cool" during a rare Canadian heat spell). We hope to return some day! Will refer to family and friends looking for a peaceful, enjoyable getaway near one of the world's amazing sights.
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