GATEKEEPER'S RETREAT, Niagara-on-the-Lake

Gatekeeper'S Retreat - A heritage-style property with private gardens, library lounge, and gourmet breakfast service

Located a 10-minute walk from Lake Ontario and Ryerson Park, this Niagara-on-the-Lake hotel features three uniquely designed rooms with ensuite bathrooms and wooden floors. The Hermitage suite includes a private living area with garden access, while The Chamber and The Boudoir rooms open to the mezzanine library equipped with wingback chairs and an oversized chess table. Gatekeeper's Retreat offers a three-course breakfast showcasing seasonal local produce and French-influenced cuisine, complemented by an extensive collection of loose herbs and teas. The property features multiple common areas including a breakfast room, The Persnickety Lounge with a 1940s Victrola radio, and a garden with stone terraces and a hammock haven. Two Mile Creek Conservation Area sits 0.5 miles away, while the Heritage District is accessible within 1 mile.

Pros

Three-course breakfast includes organic, free-range eggs and locally sourced ingredients

Mezzanine library features antique leather furniture and chess facilities

Garden includes multiple seating areas with corkscrew willows and stone terraces

Custom herbal tea station with extensive loose herb collection

Cons

52.5 miles from John C. Munro Airport

Limited dining options within immediate walking distance