Entire Main Floor of Historic Gothic Stone Church near Perth
House in Rideau Lakes
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more
About this house rental
This private, bright, unique and spacious main floor home is custom designed and built into a 1900 historic Gothic Stone Church. Located just 10 minutes from downtown Perth or Smiths Falls, it is a perfect setting for authentic travelers and cultural explorers. Experience a beautiful region known for its lakes, rivers, parks & farms. Take art lessons, canoe, kayak, cross country ski, hike, bike or simply relax & take in panoramic views of the great outdoors, quaint towns and bucolic villages.
You can find us online at Artmakers Studio, Perth, Ontario.
If you plan on visiting "Ontario's Prettiest Little Town" one hour South of Ottawa, you can stay at this quaint, one-of-a-kind, main floor home built into a historic stone church. Enjoy stylish space surrounded by art, architecture, history and nature created by people who have lovingly restored and care for this church.
Our Listing rates, terms and conditions are none negotiable. Serious inquiries only. Please be mindful and give yourselves flexibility before you book. Our cancellation policy is strict.
Located just 10 minutes from Downtown Perth or Downtown Smiths Falls and near the Rideau Canal, a designated UNESCO World Heritage site. This Historic Stone Gothic Church home is a blend of the past and present featuring original stained glass windows from its past as St. Jame's Church and a touch of modern stylish art and decor. It's child and senior friendly.
This self check-in private main floor church home is perfectly suited as a retreat. It is very spacious featuring two large bedrooms: First bedroom is carved out of the historic Nave and Pulpit of the original church and features curved walls and has a Queen bed with en-suite access to the bathroom. The second bedroom has a Queen bed and is located where once the rows of church pews stood. A third convertible sun room and semi private bedroom is available with a double futon bed. In addition, a large sunken living room, open concept dining room & kitchen, a large bathroom with washer and dryer, wood stove, fire place and plenty of closet spaces. The South facing sun room with a walk out to a stone and masonry patio offers a perfect space to relax and enjoy view of the outdoors and gardens.
You can find us online at Artmakers Studio, Perth, Ontario.
If you plan on visiting "Ontario's Prettiest Little Town" one hour South of Ottawa, you can stay at this quaint, one-of-a-kind, main floor home built into a historic stone church. Enjoy stylish space surrounded by art, architecture, history and nature created by people who have lovingly restored and care for this church.
Our Listing rates, terms and conditions are none negotiable. Serious inquiries only. Please be mindful and give yourselves flexibility before you book. Our cancellation policy is strict.
Located just 10 minutes from Downtown Perth or Downtown Smiths Falls and near the Rideau Canal, a designated UNESCO World Heritage site. This Historic Stone Gothic Church home is a blend of the past and present featuring original stained glass windows from its past as St. Jame's Church and a touch of modern stylish art and decor. It's child and senior friendly.
This self check-in private main floor church home is perfectly suited as a retreat. It is very spacious featuring two large bedrooms: First bedroom is carved out of the historic Nave and Pulpit of the original church and features curved walls and has a Queen bed with en-suite access to the bathroom. The second bedroom has a Queen bed and is located where once the rows of church pews stood. A third convertible sun room and semi private bedroom is available with a double futon bed. In addition, a large sunken living room, open concept dining room & kitchen, a large bathroom with washer and dryer, wood stove, fire place and plenty of closet spaces. The South facing sun room with a walk out to a stone and masonry patio offers a perfect space to relax and enjoy view of the outdoors and gardens.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Family friendly
Map of Rideau Lakes
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 5.0
This accommodation is historic on the outside and modern, beautiful, and comfortable on the inside. Great communications with host. Nice location between Smiths Falls and Perth.
5.0 / 5.0
We spent Thanksgiving weekend at this property. It was unique and nicely situated between Perth and Smiths Falls. It was spacious and comfortable and gave everyone privacy when they wanted it and a large living room for gathering together. We enjoyed the fireplace in the evenings. Our hosts were lovely and left us apples picked from their own trees as well as a homemade apple crisp.
5.0 / 5.0
The unit was just as it was advertised. It was in a great location. Easy to walk everywhere. I would definitely recommend it
5.0 / 5.0
The property was comfortable, well-appointed, beautifully decorated with lots of comfy furniture. We enjoyed the wood fireplace and all the special little touches that Garry and Janice included to make our stay practically perfect. The sunroom converted to a bedroom worked better than we thought it would.
5.0 / 5.0
It is a beautiful location, perfect for our excursions. The hosts were welcoming and very accommodating. I would absolutely stay there again.
5.0 / 5.0
We needed a home base for a cottage-country weekend wedding and this converted old church was just the ticket. The hosts provided all the details we needed to make it a wonderful stay. Beds were comfortable, fully outfitted kitchen, close parking, and fun space including the garden out back and the beautiful church windows throughout. We wanted for nothing and Janice and Garry were very gracious and communicative. It’s close to a drive in theatre which we didn’t have the time to visit but maybe will next time. Freshly baked yummy cinnamon buns are available daily at the general store in Rideau Ferry, jus a few minutes drive away. We even stopped to pick up some to take home. You can get worms there too but I wouldn’t call them yummy although the fish would. We all highly recommend this quaint spot.
5.0 / 5.0
Well appointed and spacious flat created from a former village Anglican church. It is located in a quiet village mid-way between Perth and Smith Falls. We have stayed at many different VRBO properties over the years, this is undoubtedly one of our favourites
4.0 / 5.0
The church conversion has been done thoughtfully and with love. Everything works and is comfortable if not luxurious. The host was highly accommodating and friendly. Great location if you want to explore Smith’s Falls, Perth and Merrickville. The nearby boat ramp is great for smaller boats, our 18’ bass boat was about as big as would fit.
The big surprise was the number of high quality restaurants in Perth. Bistro 54 is an outstanding Italian. Fiddleheads and Mex&Co are also excellent with good food and unique ambiance.
5.0 / 5.0
We loved it!!!
5.0 / 5.0
Clean, efficient, helpful, well organized and fun!
5.0 / 5.0
We loved our stay! The property is beautiful and the apartment was very comfortable. Janice was a warm and welcoming host. Highly recommend!
4.0 / 5.0
The church was a great place for us to have as our home base. We got out walking or biking every day as well as visiting Perth and Smiths Falls. The rural roads were quite nice for biking. Our hosts were very prompt at responding to our texts and we had no issues. We loved having all that space, it was a wonderful stay.
2.5 / 5.0
A nice novelty staying in a converted church. Transformed into very homely accommodation. Close to road but no road noise when windows/doors closed (thick church walls). Can hear people moving about upstairs (loft apartment/studio) at times (other guests) but really very minimal. Could be a bit warm in one of the rooms if extremely hot at night (if you are used to AC) but fan provided. Great setting - some beautiful towns very close. Church close to water and canoes/kayaks were available. The host (and her husband) were wonderful. She was a wealth of local information and suggestions suitable for guests staying. She really made the stay a great experience. I would have no hesitation in recommending this place and would likely stay there again if vacationing in that area. Lovely people and lovely place.
2.0 / 5.0
Mostly as described, Very clean. Nice hard working owners. Could use a few more pots and pans and use of outdoor grill. Nice property and good experience.
2.5 / 5.0
Very gracious hosts! Had a wonderful time.
2.0 / 5.0
enjoyed the uniqueness of the church and property and surrounding areas were beautiful drives. confusion with host about our arrival,vrbo calendar doesnt seem to function well.hence no orientation upon arrival so we nearly froze ,once we told hosts they took care of it right away
2.5 / 5.0
What a beautiful place to get away from the noise of the city. We were welcomed with a nice message on a chalkboard when we arrived. The fireplace was already going and the house was comfortably warm. Everything was super-clean. It stayed quiet for the entire stay. While it was a cold weekend, the house stayed warm thanks to the great heating system and the stocked fireplace. The hosts were available when needed but we really didn't need anything because of the attention put into the fully stocked house. We will return
2.5 / 5.0
Our stay was to celebrate a 30th wedding anniversary and we were absolutely thrilled by the building (a restored 1900 stone church), the property and the generosity of the hosts. Waiting for us in the refrigerator was a delicious apple dessert and a hand-written note. How nice was that? As well, check-in was seamless. On top of this, Port Elmsley is beautiful and very well situated to some great drives and destinations. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway.
2.5 / 5.0
We had a great stay here. Everyone was comfortable and the surroundings very peaceful. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
2.5 / 5.0
Overall positive experience
2.5 / 5.0
Stayed in both the upper and lower units. Both are very unique and beautifully decorated. Kitchen's were both fully equipped. The grounds/gardens and pond were very relaxing. Our hosts suggested a trip to Westport and Folly Mountain which was a highlight. Would very much recommend a visit to to this vrbo.
2.5 / 5.0
Everything was as described. Janice and Gary do a great job taking care of the beautiful old building.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Rideau Lakes?
The average price for a rental in Rideau Lakes is $315 per night. This rental is $59 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Entire Main Floor of Historic Gothic Stone Church near Perth . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Entire Main Floor of Historic Gothic Stone Church near Perth pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Entire Main Floor of Historic Gothic Stone Church near Perth ?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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