Entire home

Governor's Walk Historic Home in Old Town

Photo gallery for Governor's Walk Historic Home in Old Town

Welcome to Governor's Walk! A charming and luxurious retreat inspired by the elegant theme of the nearby Prince of Wales Hotel, providing guests with an exquisite blend of comfort, and elegance.
Welcome to Governor's Walk - Niagara-on-the-Lake
Drive way - Governor's Walk - Niagara-on-the-Lake
EV Charger - Governor's Walk - Niagara-on-the-Lake
Kitchen with electric stove and microwave - Governor's Walk - Niagara-on-the-Lake

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

View in a map
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
  • Place, Simcoe Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Shaw Festival Theatre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Toronto, ON (YTZ-Billy Bishop Toronto City)
    ‪94 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Governor's Walk Historic Home in Old Town

Governor's Walk is strategically located in the heart of Old Town Niagara-on-the-Lake within easy walking distance of the Shaw Festival Theatre, Fort George, the Niagara River, Lake Ontario, and Queen St. shopping and restaurants. Prices are subject to change daily.



-4 Bedrooms – 3 Queen beds, 2 twin beds

-4 Bathrooms – 3 tub shower combinations ensuites and walk-in shower

-Hosts up to 8 guests (including infants and children)

-Private parking for up to 4 vehicles, high voltage plug for charging electric vehicles

-Contactless check in

-Gas fireplace, central heating, and air conditioning

-High speed WiFi and TV with cable and access to streaming services



Featuring a Grand Room with a dining area, sitting area and gas fireplace, 4 bedrooms, three 4-piece ensuite bathrooms, a main floor 3-piece bathroom, and modern appliances. This is an ideal home for those large families or a group of friends.



Governor's Walk has rooftop decks both front and back where you can relax and watch a horse and buggy stroll by, enjoy your morning cup of coffee or end your day enjoying one of Niagara's Finest Wines.



The Grand Room provides the principal entertainment area in the home, ideal for visiting with family and friends. Overlooked by the kitchen, it is a large open room consisting of a dining area and a sitting area. The sunken Grand Room is dominated by windows on three sides that allow the enjoyment of optimal natural lighting. All windows have wooden shutters to provide evening privacy. These shutters mirror the rich wood trim throughout this room.



Enjoy fine cuisine in the dining area which contains a large table and 8 chairs. Built in cabinetry is adjacent to this dining table. The chef has an overview of the dining area from the kitchen. The floor is hardwood to complement the wood trim throughout this room. Relax in the family/sitting area, an informal space for gathering and has a fireplace, coffee table, sofa, ottoman, and chair. The floor is hardwood, partly covered with a beautiful Persian area rug.



The chef will enjoy working in the fully equipped kitchen which showcases two working areas, one of which overlooks the Grand Room. The kitchen includes:



-Drip-coffee maker and kettle with enough coffee, tea, and sugar to get you started

-Stove, oven, fridge, microwave, toaster, and dishwasher

-Dishes, pots and pans, silverware and glasses (including wine glasses)

-Non-stick spray, paper towels, dish soap, tea towels, dish cloths

-Salt and pepper



The lower-level laundry is supplied with:



-Laundry soap, stain remover and dryer sheets



Bedding, towels, hair dryer, facial and toilet tissue, shampoo, and hand soap are also provided.



Enjoy the romantic atmosphere of the main floor master bedroom suite, a huge room consisting of a sleeping area and a sitting area separated by a magnificent Chinese partition. The sleeping area contains a queen-size bed, a large armoire, and a complete 4-piece marble ensuite bathroom with tub/shower.



Relax and sip a glass of wine by the fireplace in the sitting area. This area showcases a coffee table, 2 sofas, chair, writing table, TV, and DVD player. The front veranda is accessed directly from the master suite.



The second bedroom is located on the main floor. This room includes a queen-size bed and a dresser. A 3-piece marble bathroom with a walk-in shower is located across the hall from this bedroom.



Bedroom 3 is a second-floor bedroom containing two twin-size beds, a dresser, a TV with DVD player, and a complete 4-piece marble ensuite bathroom with tub/shower. This bedroom has direct access to an upper deck overlooking Davy St. Relax and enjoy a glass of Niagara wine on the deck as you watch horse and buggy stroll by.



Bedroom 4 is a second-floor bedroom containing a queen-size bed, a dresser, a TV, and a complete 4-piece marble ensuite bathroom with tub/shower. This bedroom has direct access to a large deck with outdoor dining area overlooking Platoff St. Relax in the shade, savour a cool drink, listen to the wind in the trees, and enjoy the cool breeze.



Governor’s Walk is a licensed short-term rental in the town of Niagara-on-the-Lake. Lic # 037-2025



We have a high standard for our homes and the housekeeping staff.



-Hand sanitizer pump at each property (70% alcohol)

-Disinfecting of soft surfaces with an alcohol-based disinfectant

-Additional attention to disinfecting frequently touched surfaces

-Disinfecting of the mattress, mattress cover, pillows, and pillow protectors with alcohol-based disinfectant
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

About the area

Niagara-on-the-Lake

Old Town Historic District, a neighbourhood in Niagara-on-the-Lake, is home to this holiday home. Rainbow Bridge and Skylon Tower are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Ontario and Niagara Falls State Park. Fallsview Indoor Waterpark and Maid of the Mist are not to be missed. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
Map
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON

What's nearby

  • Niagara River Gorge - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Simcoe Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Royal George Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Shaw Festival Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Niagara Falls, ON (XLV-Niagara Falls Train Station) - 26 min drive
  • Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Garrison House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Two Sisters Vineyards - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sandtrap Pub & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was as presented in VRBO and allowed us to enjoy Niagara on the Lake and the area attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2026
Thank you for staying with Niagara Holiday Rentals. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Divya L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec 2025
Thank you for staying with Niagara Holiday Rentals. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JP M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and space for our family. Home was exactly as described. Will rent again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec 2025
Thank you for staying with Niagara Holiday Rentals. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

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

Excellent property and location

The property was the perfect accommodation for a girls weekend. Highly recommend and would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2025
Thank you for staying with Niagara Holiday Rentals. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay. Love to go there again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don B.

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

Great spot

Fantastic stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec 2024
Hi Don, Thank you for staying with Niagara Holiday Rentals. It was a pleasure to have you, and we look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi R.

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

Great location

Great house and town! We had a nice visit
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2025
Thank you for staying with Niagara Holiday Rentals. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Amazing Stay

We loved the place, area and time at the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2023
Thank you for staying with Niagara Holiday Rentals! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Location and Area

Very nice quaint property convenient to all area attractions
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2022
Thank you for staying with Niagara Holiday Rentals. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

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

Lovely home.

Lovely home, create location. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2025
Thank you for staying with Niagara Holiday Rentals. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerri P.

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

Excellent property for small group. Perfect location.

Property was in an excellent location, quick walk to everything. Bedrooms and 4 bathrooms made it perfect for small group.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Glad you enjoyed your stay at Governor's Walk
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine T.

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

Wonderful vacation getaway!

Girls trip to beautiful Niagara on the Lake. Lovely home so close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2024
Hi Katherine, Thank you for staying with Niagara Holiday Rentals. It was a pleasure to have you, and we look forward to your next visit!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lenore S.

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

Enjoyed our stay

This property is located steps from the Main Street so it is a very convenient location. The rooms were very comfortable and overall, the house provided nicely for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2022
Thank you for staying with Niagara Holiday Rentals. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to your next visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dillon T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! Clean and comfortable!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dillon T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! Clean and comfortable!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glen T.

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

Beautiful house

Great location, outdoor dining balcony very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2023
Thank you for staying with Niagara Holiday Rentals. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to your next visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald V.

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

Family Vacation at Governors walk

The house was clean and organized and well suited for our family vacation. We loved the location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2022
Thank you for staying with Niagara Holiday Rentals. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Destination Wedding Bride & Groom Accommodations

The property was perfect accommodations for our Wedding Party, and provided plenty of space for preparations for the Wedding Ceremony.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2024
Hi Michael, Thank you for staying with Niagara Holiday Rentals. It was a pleasure to have you, and we look forward to your next visit!
Verified

8/10 Good

Angel P.

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

Excellent location!!

Wonderfully located property. Would suggest either adding a TV to the family room/dining room or moving the TV from the bedroom/sitting room to the family room/dining room so that everyone could enjoy a movie without being in someone’s bedroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2025
Thank you for staying with Niagara Holiday Rentals. We appreciate your feedback! It has been noted. We hope to welcome you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the absolute best property! We decided for our next travel up, this is the only place we’ll stay! Great communication with the owners, easy check-in process, everything is well cared for and maintained. We walked everywhere and it was just so lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2025
Thank you for staying with Niagara Holiday Rentals. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay with friends!

Perfect location for a trip with four couples. Enjoyed wine country and historic NOTL. I’d recommend this property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2022
Thank you for staying with Niagara Holiday Rentals. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

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

Love this home! We’ve stayed before and will be back!

Amazing home! Tons of room for gathering, eating and playing games. 4 showers!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2025
Thank you for staying with Niagara Holiday Rentals. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Excellent property & location

Our daughter got married and our immediate family stayed here. The size and condition of the home was wonderful. A great time was had by all. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Nov 2024
Hi Steve, Thank you for staying with Niagara Holiday Rentals. It was a pleasure to have you, and we look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rafael G.

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

Great Property

Amazing house with a better location. Had a blast for a couple of day getaway. Very comfortable rooms and living space.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2022
Thank you for staying with Niagara Holiday Rentals. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to your next visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roohina G.

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

Very comfortable and Approachable

It’s very neat amd clean property good location and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Thank you for staying with Niagara Holiday Rentals. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to your next visit.
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback

Go further with the Vrbo app

  • Easily message your host
  • Access, share and manage your trip
  • Earn OneKeyCash on holiday rentals
Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app
QR code to download the app