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Exterior
Outdoor spa tub
Aerial view
Pool

Reviews

7.2 out of 10

Good

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Caledonia, ON
  • Edinburgh Square Heritage and Cultural Centre
    5 min drive
  • Caledonia Bridge
    5 min drive
  • Caledonia Mill
    6 min drive
  • Hamilton, ON (YHM-John C. Munro Hamilton Intl.)
    15 min drive

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About the area

Caledonia

In Haldimand County .You'll find Ruthven Park National Historic Site and Edinburgh Square Heritage and Cultural Centre within 3 miles (5 km) of this cottage. Caledonia Bridge and Caledonia Grand Trunk Station are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Caledonia Bridge - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum - 15 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Binbrook Conservation Area - 20 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Hamilton Convention Centre - 28 min drive - 27.8 km
  • McMaster University - 28 min drive - 32.5 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton GO Centre - 27 min drive
  • John C. Munro Hamilton Intl. Airport (YHM) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Grand River Retreat

Here's your chance to enjoy a historical country retreat on the Grand River. With over 13 acres of 200 year old riverfront property free to use. Set up a campfire, relax in the pool, hottub, canoe or kayak the river, fish in knee deep water, hunt ducks and geese. Our property is perfect for a recreational country retreat.

Pets are allowed.
No smoking in the house please.
Shoes may not be worn on the second floor or carpets.

Property manager

Remon

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Dining room

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Extra fee will apply for pet's

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: An extra charge will apply for additional guests
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25. Note from host: An extra charge will apply for additional guests For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Grand River Retreat Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

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6.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Mary-Lynn M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
The vacation that never happened
Our vacation was abruptly aborted less than 24 hours before arrival. The cottage had been double booked and we were notified that priority would be given to the other guests as they had booked first. I was shocked that this could happen. I had communicated with the host 2 days prior to our arrival date and absolutely no indication was given that there were any issues. We were left to fend for ourselves. VRBO and our host seemed to be arguing over who was to blame leaving us in the dust. Apparently the unit was offered on both VRBO and Air B and B and the calendars were not synced. VRBO would not assist us until after 'what would have been' our check-in time and our host insisted this was a VRBO issue and not his fault. Eventually after several phone calls to VRBO they told us we could try to find something through Expedia, however this was not possible as we were a family of 6 limited to a small area and a strict timeline and nothing was available. Luckily we were able to stay with relatives before our departure back home. Eventually our money was refunded, but not until the host and VRBO were able to resolve who was responsible between them. Our time away with family was ruined.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kattia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place to stay
Beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Allison P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Private Getaway
This was a very lovely location with a warm welcoming house to stay in. Beautiful 100+ year old historical house on the Grand River. House was well stocked with everything you could need for a family vacation. 4 good sized bedrooms with queen beds. Great water pressure, lots of rooms and sitting areas to spread out in, washer and dryer, cute personal touches throughout. You can tell a lot of love and effort went into outfitting this house. My only recommendation for this space would be to make some room in the kitchen cupboards, and clear out the excess food and condiments in the fridge from previous guests. Thank you for a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Penny A.

Grand River Getaway
Vacationing with our teenagers, we enjoyed spending time beside the Grand River -- the fire pit was a hit with our boys! -- and we enjoyed spending time in and round the pool. The property is large and beautiful. I would have appreciated knowing before we arrived that it is an historic house.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa A.

Great quick getaway
Great for a quick getaway. Walking to the river is pleasant and there is so much beautiful nature around. Beds are comfortable and house fits a family well. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024