First, let me say that of the best experiences you can have on VRBO, all of them are predicated by a responsive, concerned property owner. The owner, Diane, was ready at all hours (it seemed) to answer questions, give advice, and just be helpful. I wish I could give the property a sixth star in that regard.
The Carriage House is a fair-size apartment of the main mansion. The grounds are a work in progress, but what they have completed is beautiful. The mansion is gorgeous inside and out. The Carriage House itself consists of a large kitchen, an entry area that includes a 1/2 bath, a sitting room, a bedroom with TV, a large closet area and a full bath with shower. The Carriage House is appointed well and designed to take one back to a historical time. You will find updated appliances in the kitchen, but much of the rest of the apartment is antique - there is adequate lighting, good water pressure and heat, air conditioning and a gas fireplace for use during certain months of the year. Additionally, there is an outside courtyard that includes Adirondack chairs and a firepit. The Carriage House is designed for couples, but the sitting room has a large couch and there is a rollaway bed in the closet to accommodate children or additional adults. Niagara Falls and associated state parks are nearby, as is the town of Niagara Falls. The Canadian border is within about 10-15 minutes drive. We came to town for the Artpark for a concert and the venue is within a short walk.