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Governor's Walk Historic Home in Old Town

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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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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

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Shaw Festival Theatre. Features include laundry facilities. The holiday home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 4 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a car charging station
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Shaw Festival Theatre and Lake Ontario
As a guest of Governor's Walk Historic Home in Old Town, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • 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 a village
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,798 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

The person who made the reservation must stay for the full duration of the booking, and is responsible for all payments relating to the booking.
There are restrictions on the number of guests and vehicles allowed at the property at any given time. (see description)

Pets

  • No pets 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

427060

Governor's Walk Historic Home in Old Town Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Divya L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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

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
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don B.

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

Great spot

Fantastic stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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