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1840 Guest House

4.0 star property
Waterfront bed & breakfast with a sauna and a seasonal outdoor pool

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Seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Exterior
City view
Reception
Located close to Blockhouse Museum and Mrs. McGarrigle's Fine Food Shop, 1840 Guest House provides a terrace, a garden, and a sauna. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this bed & breakfast. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Deluxe Single Room #1, Queen Bed, River View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Single Room #1, Queen Bed, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
  • 24 sq m
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Single Room #2, Queen Bed, River View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Single Room #2, Queen Bed, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
  • 24 sq m
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Single Room #3, Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Single Room #3, Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, Ensuite, River View (5 - With Kitchenette) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, Ensuite, River View (5 - With Kitchenette)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
  • 37 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
  • 46 sq m
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
223 Main Street West, Merrickville-Wolford, ON, K0G 1N0

What's nearby

  • Blockhouse Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mrs. McGarrigle's Fine Food Shop - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Judith Moore Gallery - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario - 17 min drive - 13.6 miles
  • Canadian Tire Centre - 45 min drive - 42.6 miles

Getting around

  • Smiths Falls Station - 19 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Boathouse Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mainstreet Family Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Goose and Gridiron Restaurant & Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Stella Luna - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Village Bean - ‬4 min walk

About this property

1840 Guest House

Upscale bed & breakfast near Rideau Canal
Located close to Blockhouse Museum and Mrs. McGarrigle's Fine Food Shop, 1840 Guest House provides a terrace, a garden, and a sauna. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this bed & breakfast. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, books, and a billiards/pool table
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 43-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix and premium channels
  • Decks/patios, wardrobes/closets, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Stereo

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways (42 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1829
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 10.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

1840 Guest House B&B Merrickville
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Frequently asked questions

Does 1840 Guest House have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is 1840 Guest House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at 1840 Guest House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at 1840 Guest House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at 1840 Guest House?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is 1840 Guest House located?

Located in the heart of Merrickville, this bed & breakfast is within a 5-minute walk of Rideau Canal, Blockhouse Museum, and Mrs. McGarrigle's Fine Food Shop.

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1840 Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 198 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful time very clean and the owner made us feel comfortable and always willing to help us with any questions the breakfast was delicious I would highly recommend this beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing location! I've always loved Merrickville and now I have a beautiful, affordable place to stay when I visit! Phenomenal accommodations!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely place and wonderful host! Loved the quiet surroundings, the pool and the VERY comfortable bed! I hope to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful restoration, very clean, personalized service and for great breakfast,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the most impressive B&B’s I have stayed in… attention to detail was commendable… very impressive… highly recommended. Great prices as well!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nobuya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and safe in a very nice historical building✨️👍
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay

We only stayed one night and it should have been more. Loved our extremely quiet and clean stay.Will plan to go back again at some point.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The 1840 Guest House is very quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice backyard amenities and comfortable rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great experience. Friendly, attentive hosts. Hikes, quaint shopping, and a variety of restaurants within easy walking distance. Loved the decor. Breakfast was fantastic. We highly recommend this Guest House Bed and Breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Glenys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice guest house. Lovely rooms. Very helpful host. Would rebook and recommend to friends.G Mackay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The unit and hotel was in excellent shape. The grounds were kept beautifully. Staff was polite, friendly and willing to offer assistance when required. Overall, a great experience. We're going back in a couple of weeks.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old school house, Carolyn was very nice abd loved Duke and Dutchess!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great find! The best place we stayed during our two-week stay in Canada. The welcome was warm and information about the village excellent. the room was fantastic and facilities excellent. We could not have been more pleased. My wife simply said it was 'excellent'.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loron

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So clean, well-equipped and modern in an historic setting. The host was very warm and wet even though we arrived late. She shared lots of details, showed us around and made us feel comfortable. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosalene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property had it all ..huge bedroom, very large games room, pool, hot tub, suana beside a park on the Rideau Canal. Our ship did come in! 2 blocks from Main St. and best ice cream ever. Gorgeous.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night that we immediately regretted. Should have booked two! Beautiful place to stay and relax. Spa, hot tub and pool. Pool table. And the two dogs Duke and Duchess that rule the place. Already planning our next getaway to Merrickville so we can stay there again 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful 👍 the host was fantastic and loved the family dogs and all the yard. Plus the view from our room was great 👍. Would love to use this place in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Janylene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect! Clean, renovated, amazing service. Too bad that it is for sale!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended!

Great place. Friendly hostess. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our time with 1840 b&b. We were to attend a family wedding in the area and we can highly recommend the town of Merrickville as a destination for a very special occasion. The hospitality, location and walkability, plus the excellent quality of the area for a relaxing and comfortable getaway will encourage you to return again and feel your life is as you deserve it to be.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jørgen

We stayed 2 nights - very nice location with river view. Large room and very clean. Would have been nice if breakfast was available.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We highly recommend the 1840 Guest House

As usual there standards are top notch. From check in to check out. Why we keep coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome spot great hosts
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

alain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Très bel endroit et près de tout.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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