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Country home 5 bdrs, 6 baths, yoga/art studio, large garden near wineries +beach

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Beach
Terrace/patio
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 10334 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Country home 5 bdrs, 6 baths, yoga/art studio, large garden near wineries +beach

The Gryphon, a Regency Cottage, is a completely restored historic home nestled into a large garden and natural wildlife preserve. The Gryphon is the only accommodation in Prince Edward County with five bedrooms, all with en suite bathrooms. There are two full kitchens, three porches, a fire pit and a large garden with a stone seating area and a yoga or art studio. There are places for gathering with friends and family, and places to escape and read a book. A video room with super high speed internet and a 12 foot screen keeps kids entertained.
Weekly and monthly discounts available.
Each window looks out over a field of wildflowers, a formal garden, a rural farmland, or Lake Consecon. Twelve foot ceilings and antique furniture add to the feeling of old time charm. The porch off the kitchen has a bbq and three tables for eating, cooking and relaxing. The Millennium Trail just up the road is perfect for walking and cycling. North Beach and Sandbanks provincial park are just down the road.
Prince Edward County is a mecca for artists, nature lovers and anyone looking for a getaway … for a weekend break or for life.
Renowned for its sailing, fishing and giant sand dunes, The County also offers live theatre, artists studios and galleries, unique regional cuisine and a flourishing wine region.
The perfect place for a getaway, only a few hours from Toronto or Ottawa.

Property manager

Shannon Kyles

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number 802203059RT0001

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
ON, Consecon

What's nearby

  • North Beach Provincial Park - 8 min drive
  • Hillier Creek Estates - 9 min drive
  • Sandbanks Estate Winery - 13 min drive
  • Prince Edward County Lavender - 15 min drive
  • Sandbanks Provincial Park - 37 min drive

Getting around

  • Trenton Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Strato's Pizzeria & Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪George's Fish & Chips & Subs - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Broken Stone Winery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Consecon Honey House Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Stanners Vineyard - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Country home 5 bdrs, 6 baths, yoga/art studio, large garden near wineries +beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Country home 5 bdrs, 6 baths, yoga/art studio, large garden near wineries +beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country home 5 bdrs, 6 baths, yoga/art studio, large garden near wineries +beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Country home 5 bdrs, 6 baths, yoga/art studio, large garden near wineries +beach located?

This family-friendly Prince Edward cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Ontario and Redtail Vineyard. North Beach Provincial Park and Harwood Estate Vineyards are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Country home 5 bdrs, 6 baths, yoga/art studio, large garden near wineries +beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 75 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

louise T., Calgary AB Canada

Disliked: Cleanliness
Very disappointing
The property does not live up to the posted photos. We had been so looking forward to the historic property. There was good communication and an early check in given. But the house was in disrepair and unclean. It had not been cleaned properly for a long time. Stained linens, dirty kitchen sink and refrigerator. Stained and dirty furniture, Dead flies all over the upstairs bedrooms, dust and poop on one toilet seat. Unusable bike, flat tires in a pile of junk under the deck. Torn and dirty deck chairs. We did have a beautiful dahlia bouquet and the beds were made. But the problems persisted, the upstairs electricity did not work and we went to an unbelievable disorganized room under the house to flip the fuse and to get plastic bags for the kitchen garbage. There was not any laundry facilities as advertised. I have many photos of the house problems if VRBO would like them. We did complain and the owner said she would refund the cleaning fee only if we agreed to give a good review. I think this is why there are such good reviews online.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lots of room for a group.
The Gryphon is a perfect location for a group wanting to explore Prince Edward County. The common areas were spacious and each of the 5 bedrooms had its own bathroom. It was a lovely old home and property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a group
Once a year get together held at this property. Great house with such a nice feel of older times. Fully functional and great place to use as a base for Prince Edward county and beyond.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lesley R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family weekend in a fascinating historic cottage
Plenty of space and amenities for a pleasant stay with family or friends. Check out the restoration story before you come, to fully appreciate all the architectural features.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gryphon Cottage
A beautiful home & property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Aliisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gryphon cottage
Lots of space in this location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great retreat in PEC
Rental was great for our little high school reunion. Spacious and comfortable home with old world charm. House was very well stocked. Only issue was both bbq were not working and should be replaced,. Otherwise was a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful house and host!
My family and I really enjoyed our stay at the Gryphon Cottage in Consecon. The house is stunning and has a lot of space and ample washrooms! The kitchen was well equipped for our big group, which is a rarity. Shannon, the host, was very easy to communicate with and gave lots of great tips about wineries and restaurants in the area when we asked. I would really recommend this for a family / adult group getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
historic cottage in pec
beautiful period cottage. actually sleeps 10 in actual beds, ensuites in every bedroom (is that even a thing?). large, very well equipped, nicely furnished. friendly responsive host. maybe 10 minute drive from north beach, much further to sandbanks (imo, north beach is a nicer beach though, even if sandbanks is way way more famous). a gem for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house, beautiful garden
Had a great time with my family, enjoyed everything very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb place for our annual family getaway
Great location, fantastic building, very well equipped … we would come back for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Melony G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay. So much character.
Had a great stay at The Gryphon. This cottage has a fascinating history and is full of character. Thoroughly enjoyed exploring the space. Very relaxing environment. Would definitely come back. Host is wonderful to deal with.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the perfect stay at this beautiful property for our first family reunion since Christmas 2019. We were entertained by exploring the house and the grounds, and reading about its' history. Everything needed was available and communication with Shannon was excellent. We are already talking about renting it again during the summer. Thank you Shannon for being so accomodating with us. Truly appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jillan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house and garden!
Elegantly furnished and finished with unique items, spacious, well located. Ideal for holiday in PEC with extended family!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Caroline C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Second visit
We loved the Gryphon last summer and it was just as relaxing and comfortable the second time around.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A taste of Ontario history
It was a real treat to stay in this lovingly and authentically restored Ontario home. It had beautiful gardens and the house had fantastic sight lines and beautiful light flooding in throughout the day. The kitchen is well stocked and the beds are comfortable. The location is great and wonderful staging point to enjoy Prince Edward County.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Jeet N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Much needed family gathering
We had a wonderful time at this beautiful property! The house was much bigger than we anticipated. Close to many outdoor activities and nice that so much recreational gear was provided. Place was clean, organized and instructions upon check in and check out were clear. Owner was a 5 star pleasure to deal with!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

4/10 Poor

Céline M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Grande maison à Consecon
Très grande maison qui a pu accommoder toute la famille. Bien situé près de Sandbanks et des vignobles, dans le comté de Prince-Édouard. La propriétaire répondait bien à mes questions à mesure. Beaucoup de saleté dans cette maison très mal entretenue: armoires, cuisine, vaisselle, rideaux, fenêtres, sofas, poubelles,: tout serait à nettoyer de fond en comble.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Arun M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Much needed getaway!
I went there with my friends and family in the month of June and we had a great time. The cottage is at a great location (near to sandbanks and north beach and bunch of wineries and whiskey distillery). There is also a trail very close to it. The whole cottage is tastefully decorated with antique furniture and show pieces. The cottage itself has an incredible history. The rooms were very clean and had nice decorum. Don't forget to speak to the host, she is wonderful lady and has some great recommendations to share. Kids had a great time too. There were lot of board games and video library to explore. All in all, it's a great place to getaway with you friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls getaway
Couldn’t have asked for a better property or host! We had a lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gwynne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Gryphon! Beautiful property! A perfect place for a summer vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Caroline C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for two families
We loved our week at the Gryphon. The house was beautiful and comfortable, with lots of space for six of us to spread out for reading, puzzles and games as well as badminton and Frisbee outside. It was so relaxing to sit on the verandah and watch the butterflies and hummingbirds. Plus the location was perfect for cycling and visits to wineries as well as North Beach. We'd love to come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sean L.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a beautiful place with a great history, so much personality and very unique.
Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

2/10 Terrible

Liz M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
Property is, as per the owner, ‘a work in progress’. It is shabby and unkempt. We were expecting a clean, renovated historical home. Very disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls getaway!
Had the best weather ever for end of October!! Loved the character of the house and all the rooms. Great time with long time friends. 👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019