Title: Secret Garden Cottage in Old Town Niagara-on-the-Lake - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=44320750&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Secret Garden Cottage in Old Town Niagara-on-the-Lake Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Secret Garden Cottage in Old Town Niagara-on-the-Lake ![Outdoor dining - Secret Garden Cottage in Old Town Niagara-on-the-Lake (Niagara-on-the-Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44330000/44320800/44320750/4300bdfd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Secret Garden Cottage in Old Town Niagara-on-the-Lake (Niagara-on-the-Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44330000/44320800/44320750/d01470c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Secret Garden Cottage in Old Town Niagara-on-the-Lake (Niagara-on-the-Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44330000/44320800/44320750/de0fcff0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, music library - Secret Garden Cottage in Old Town Niagara-on-the-Lake (Niagara-on-the-Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44330000/44320800/44320750/efd3b9bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Secret Garden Cottage in Old Town Niagara-on-the-Lake (Niagara-on-the-Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44330000/44320800/44320750/ac49fb34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in Historic Old Town of NOTL, The Secret Garden Cottage offers a charming getaway. This home is perfect for couples or up to 7 guests and features a cozy living room with an electric fireplace, games, puzzles, books and Amazon Prime TV. Enjoy the beautifully landscaped property from spacious front and back porches or explore nearby wineries on bicycles provided in the shed. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Secret Garden Cottage in Old Town Niagara-on-the-Lake The Secret Garden Cottage is a charming, licensed short-term rental home situated in Historic Old Town of NOTL. Beautiful in any season, enjoy your home-away-from-home, as well as the gifts that this unique area has to offer. You can easily walk to the main (Queen) street in Town, and cycle to the many high-quality wineries, outstanding restaurants, charming shops, and highly-acclaimed Shaw Festival productions. Or cozy up with all of the comforts of home, enjoying a glass of complimentary local wine on the back deck or in the Garden Room, all while gazing out over the stunning Secret Garden. With floral and musical themes throughout, this home is the perfect size for a "couples’ getaway", but large enough to accommodate up to 7 guests. Inside there are games, puzzles, and books for all ages, as well as Amazon Prime TV. Cook in the fully-equipped kitchen (spices, oils, sugar, flour...it has it all!), use the big BBQ in the backyard, or dine out at one of the amazing local restaurants. Need a work space? No problem! Your office can be in the Music Room. The Secret Garden is the absolute gem of this property and you can enjoy it while sitting in the Garden Room, on the back deck, or in any of the 3 tiers of the garden. Located at the back of the garden, the shed contains 2 bicycles, saving you having to rent elsewhere! Use them to experience wine-tasting, outstanding farm-to-table meals, and the wonderful trails the area offers. While situated within walking distance to many coffee shops, restaurants, wineries and other attractions, the Secret Garden Cottage is just a 15-minute drive to the Outlet Collection at Niagara, and 30 minutes to Niagara Falls. I am proud of the oasis I have created at the Secret Garden Cottage, and so thrilled that my guests consistently express their joy in having chosen my home for their stay in NOTL. Let's take a walk through the property... MAIN FLOOR: The GARDEN ROOM is the gem of the home, perfect for curling up with a good book, enjoying a mug of coffee or tea, or a glass of wine, or some fun conversation with friends. There is also an electric fireplace for cooler days. The KITCHEN features all the appliances you will need, has so many glasses, dishes, pots, pans and more, and the pantry is well-stocked with baking and cooking supplies. The adjoining DINING ROOM has an expandable table with 6 chairs. (2 additional ones are stored in the basement.) For your additional convenience, there is also a full-size washer and dryer located behind a door. The MUSIC ROOM is multi-purpose: It has an upright Kawai piano, can become a workspace with the built-in desk, functions as a sitting room for a quiet read or conversation, and can also become a 3rd bedroom. (The double size sofa bed must be prepared in advance of your stay for an additional fee, and there are black-out blinds that provide for a quality sleep experience.) The comfortable LIVING ROOM contains an electric fireplace, a multitude of games and books, and a Smart TV with an Amazon Fire Stick. You can also sign in to your other accounts, such as Netflix, if desired. There is also a POWDER ROOM on the main floor. UPSTAIRS: TWO BEDROOMS with quality queen size beds and black-out blinds are on the upper floor, and the PRIMARY BEDROOM also contains a love seat that can be set up as a twin size sofa bed. (This must be prepared in advance of your arrival for a small, additional fee.) The UPSTAIRS BATHROOM is spacious, with combined tub/shower, toilet and sink with plenty of counter space. For your convenience, I provide quality safe and clean Canadian Rocky Mountain Soap Co. toiletries, along with plenty of plush towels for your use. IMPORTANT TO KNOW: 1) 7 is the maximum number of guests that the Secret Garden can comfortably accommodate. There is an additional charge of $50 per sofa bed per stay, so that the sofa beds can be prepared in advance of your arrival (with cozy bedding, extra-thick mattress covers, and enough pillows and towels provided for all guests), and then dismantled after your departure. 2) TAXES: Town of NOTL requires me to charge a MAT (Municipal Accommodation Tax) of 4% on the room rate fee. HST (Harmonized Sales Tax - combination of Provincial and Federal) of 13% is applied to the room rate and MAT. 3) CRA BN for HST purposes: #87571 7795 4) NOTL Town License: 061-2023 (Please be wary of unlicensed properties.) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator (single-level property) - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - On a lake ### Things to do - Bicycles - Cycling nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails 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 - Bicycles - Comprehensive recycling policy - Garden - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - No plastic water bottles - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Unit size: 1,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96140000/96137300/96137299/5658a01e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful 3BR Old Town Home Steps to Queen St! 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Shops and restaurants. 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There are both a portable high chair and a portacrib (with sheets provided) available for use. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Children 3 and older are welcome ### Events No events allowed The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake forbids this. ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Note from host: The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake forbids this. 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 061-2023 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property ## About the area Located on a lake, this vacation home is in Old Town Historic District, a neighborhood in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Rainbow Bridge and Skylon Tower are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Fallsview Indoor Waterpark and Maid of the Mist. Traveling with kids? Consider Simcoe Park, or check out an event or a game at Gale Centre Arena. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours and health/beauty spa, or seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby. [Visit our Niagara-on-the-Lake travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-On-The-Lake.dx8957) [View more Vacation homes in Niagara-on-the-Lake](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-On-The-Lake-Private-Vacation-Homes.d8957-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.25232%2C-79.08315&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6OV0qH_GryopVUpwcL9Aiig2IGQ=) Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON ### What's nearby - ![Jackson-Triggs Winery which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634251546671/cd883050-102a-4e67-b532-33090bef94d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Jackson-Triggs Winery 16 min walk \- 1.4 km - Royal George Theatre 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - Simcoe Park 16 min walk \- 1.4 km - Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club 19 min walk \- 1.7 km - Shaw Festival Theatre 20 min walk \- 1.7 km ### Getting around - Niagara Falls, ON (XLV-Niagara Falls Train Station) 21 min drive - Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.) 40 min drive ### Restaurants - The Garrison House 17 min walk - McDonald's 4 min drive - 11Th Post On Queen 14 min walk - Tim Hortons 2 min walk - Two Sisters Vineyards 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Secret Garden Cottage in Old Town Niagara-on-the-Lake pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Secret Garden Cottage in Old Town Niagara-on-the-Lake? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Secret Garden Cottage in Old Town Niagara-on-the-Lake? ### What time is check-out at Secret Garden Cottage in Old Town Niagara-on-the-Lake? ### Where is Secret Garden Cottage in Old Town Niagara-on-the-Lake located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Secret Garden Cottage in Old Town Niagara-on-the-Lake Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 68 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Oct 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication This was a lovely property that was close to everything we were accessing in the neighbourhood. The garden is just beautiful! ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CINDY A. Oct 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The home is so charming and comfortable and had everything we needed. We are impressed with the attention to detail throughout the cottage. The gardens are beautiful and we appreciate the restaurant recommendations. Many Thanks to our host Tara ##### CINDY A. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann K. Jul 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Secret Garden Retreat Great property, lovely gardens and a great location for walking tours of NOTL. Tara is a great host. ##### Ann K. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer B. Oct 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We really enjoyed our stay at the secret garden. It was a great location. A short easy walk into old town. It was spotlessly clean and very comfortable. The garden and garden room were our favourite places to relax during our stay. While we did not do much cooking the kitchen was well stocked for anyone to preparing meals on site. Thanks again for letting us stay at your place! ##### Jennifer B. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura W. Jun 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful place We had a wonderful time at this place it was so beautiful! Exactly what you see in the pictures and even better in person! When I go back to Niagara on the Lake I will check to see if it’s available before I look anywhere else. ##### Laura W. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly B. Nov 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great weekend in NOTL This 2as our second visit to the Secret Garden Cottage and we couldn't be happier. The house is perfect for a getaway and close to all the restaurants, shopping and sights in Niagara on the Lake. ##### Kelly B. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob R. Jan 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Secret Garden Cottage Great stay! House was great, very clean, lots of kitchen supplies, close to downtown. Lots of room for two couples. Highly recommend! ##### Rob R. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff F. Sep 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Every thing was just as it should have been and more. Tara has been very friendly, very helpful and courteous. This has been our first trip “north of the border”! We did not get the full experience due to some “under the weather conditions” but both of us agreed that we would love to have other trips here! If we are able to come back this is the place for us! For me it was home away from home! Relaxing and very peaceful! Love everything about The Secret Garden Cottage”! It was perfect for us!! ##### Jeff F. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Burgundi G. Dec 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Girls Trip Niagara on the Lake We had a great stay at the Secret Garden Cottage. The host was super friendly and quick to reply to messages. The house itself was cozy and very clean. We really enjoyed our morning coffee time in the Garden Room. The view to the backyard was so nice! We will definitely stay here again! ##### Burgundi G. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelli A. Sep 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### So wonderful! This property was everything and more than we expected! Easy to find, centrally located, clean, comfortable, cute, thoughtful amenities. Will stay here again when we have the opportunity to! ##### Kelli A. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JIM H. Jul 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Garden Cottage Great place in fabulous location to Vineyards and downtown Niagara on the Lake! Gardens spectacular! Will be going back! ##### JIM H. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathy L. Aug 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exactly what we needed! This place was everything we needed as a party of 4\. It was very clean and well stocked. Beds and pillows were both very comfy. The garden was also beautiful! ##### Cathy L. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angie B. Aug 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy Garden Paradise Everything about this place was wonderful. Tara had thought of every possible convenience. The cottage was clean and the gardens were lovely. Close to the shopping district and bike trails. ##### Angie B. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin D. Aug 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ideal setting in NOTL Exceptionally clean and comfortable with a back yard that will inspire you. Bicycles were are wonderful surprise! ##### Kevin D. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerald Z. May 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Special Stay at the Secret Garden Cottage From start to finish, we had a perfect stay at The Secret Garden Cottage. Serenely decorated and quaintly designed, the cottage, with charming sun room and remarkable garden, perfectly complemented our visit to Niagara on the Lake. The cottage is close enough to walk to shopping and dining on Queen Street and well placed to visit area wineries and attractions. The small market and excellent bakery next door were an extra treat. Best of all, Tara is a wonderful host! ##### Gerald Z. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne-Marie R. Jan 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise Excellent host - great communication. Fantastic property - immaculate and has everything you should need. I will definitely return in the warmer months - I want to see that amazing garden in full bloom! Thank you Tara! ##### Anne-Marie R. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter Sep 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Exceptional choice for a weekend getaway. Feels like home with lovely gardens and a well appointed spotless space! Tara is also fantastic at communication and leaving all the necessary information you need for the house and the surrounding area. The bikes are a perfect extra for the winery tours. ##### Peter Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanne Nov 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Pefect spot for a girls weekend away, or a family when you want to have more room than a hotel offers. Our girls weekend away was special in this quaint cottage, The sun room in back was so peaceful and relaxing for morning coffee or afternoon drinks. Everything you need is there and Tara could not have been more helpful. Totally recommend. ##### Joanne Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### warren m. Jun 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spring 2024 We really enjoyed our time at the secret garden cottage. The garden in back was amazing and very private. Mornings in the back room overlooking the garden, and evenings on the back deck were our daily routine. There are several restaurants and a great bakery that are easily within walking distance. And being able to walk or bike to NOTL and the the paved trail system is a major plus. We will definitely be booking this place again in the near future. ##### warren m. Stayed 8 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jodi S. Oct 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Little Piece of Paradise in Wine Country What an incredible cottage Tara has here! It’s far roomier than the pictures show, and the backyard is exceptionally beautiful! It felt just like the movie the Secret Garden - hence the name, obviously. Tara was so responsive to any questions we had, and ensured this cottage was perfectly equipped and prepared for all guests’s needs. The location was great as well - central to everything we wanted to see. A short walk to some fabulous shops and restaurants, a quick 5-10 bike ride to some renowned wineries, and a short 20-min drive to the falls. We all agreed we will absolutely be back. Thanks for being such a wonderful host, Tara! Cheers. ##### Jodi S. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dana V. Aug 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The cottage was amazing and Tara was incredibly helpful! ##### Dana V. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frances B. Jul 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautifully landscaped, well equipped, nicely furnished home in a convenient location near Old Town. Tara is extremely prompt with communication. Provides excellent information on area activities Already planning a return visit! ##### Frances B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### evelyn m. Oct 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Tara was wonderful. Her home is so beautiful. I can’t wait to visit again, ##### evelyn m. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy P. Apr 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Secret Garden Cottage stay My sister and I spent two nights at Tara’s and had a lovely time. We spent most of our time in the garden room catching up over coffee and wine. Thank you Tara for being a super host and thank you for a delicious bottle of Niagara wine to start our stay. We would definitely come again! ##### Nancy P. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas O. Jun 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Secret Garden Lovely place. Great location and home -- cozy, clean and convenient. The gardens are wonderful. ##### Thomas O. 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