Title: Private river in the back yard - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=18787201&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Private river in the back yard Riverside tranquility awaits at this Wilkesport guesthouse where guests can relax around the bonfire or venture to nearby towns for shopping and dining ## Photo gallery for Private river in the back yard ![Property grounds - Private river in the back yard (Wilkesport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18790000/18787300/18787201/2787d325.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Private river in the back yard (Wilkesport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18790000/18787300/18787201/500a66c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Private river in the back yard (Wilkesport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18790000/18787300/18787201/0d09eaa9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Private river in the back yard (Wilkesport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18790000/18787300/18787201/eb172516.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - Private river in the back yard (Wilkesport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18790000/18787300/18787201/ea94360f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies This guesthouse on the Sydenham River in historic Wilkesport offers a peaceful waterfront setting on 2 acres. Enjoy evenings by the bonfire pit or short drives to Sombra and Port Lambton. 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[Visit our St. Clair travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Clair.dx553248635892149110) [View more Guest houses in St. Clair](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Clair-Guest-Houses.d553248635892149110-aaGuestHouses.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%7C42.72459%2C-82.36248&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tlS4vc-FHwP6CUcC73--S5NpQ2o=) Wilkesport, ON ### What's nearby - Wallaceburg & District Museum \- 18 min drive \- 21.2 km - Lambton College \- 29 min drive \- 36.0 km - RBC Centre \- 29 min drive \- 36.7 km - Lambton Mall \- 31 min drive \- 38.5 km - Bluewater Health \- 32 min drive \- 38.9 km ### Getting around - Sarnia Station - 31 min drive - Sarnia, ON (YZR-Chris Hadfield) - 36 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Riverview Resturant - ‬14 min drive - ‪The Aft Cabin - ‬14 min drive - ‪Wee Village Cafe - ‬14 min drive - ‪Rum Runners Speakeasy - ‬14 min drive ## About this property ### Private river in the back yard Guesthouse on the waterfront Take advantage of a water park, a firepit, and a garden at Private river in the back yard . In-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests. Other perks include: - Smoke-free premises, a video library, and books - Barbecue grills Room features All guestrooms at Private river in the back yard offer thoughtful touches such as fireplaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like internet access. More amenities include: - Bathrooms with bathtubs and hair dryers - TVs with cable channels - Decks/patios, outdoor lighting, and kitchens ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39950000/39945200/39945139/a82cb553.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private River - Great for canoeing and kayaking! 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Available in all rooms: WiFi - Available in some public areas: Internet access ### Things to do - Books - Video library - Water park ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - On the waterfront ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchen - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### More - Air conditioning - Dryer - Fireplace - Heating - Living room ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available ### 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events Events allowed ### 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 Parties and events are allowed on site Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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 ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Private river in the back yard pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Private river in the back yard ? ### What time is check-out at Private river in the back yard ? ### Where is Private river in the back yard located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Private river in the back yard Reviews 8.0 ### Very good 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) ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Tim H. Aug 13, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Adventurous Twas a very nice and relaxing stay ##### Tim H. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Lisa A. May 6, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Experience We couldn’t get our original booking as it was taken because the site instant booked us. However the owner had another property nearby and was very accommodating. He offered for us to stay at the second larger place for the same price. Shanon was a great host and informed us of all the nearby amenities and parks we could explore. Overall we enjoyed our stay and will be back for another visit. ##### Lisa A. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Holiday Inn Peterborough-Waterfront, ON by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Peterborough-Waterfront.h10806.Hotel-Information) > > [Residence Inn by Marriott Gravenhurst Muskoka Wharf](https://www.expedia.ca/Huntsville-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-Gravenhurst-Muskoka-Wharf.h2621805.Hotel-Information) > > [Georgian Bay Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.ca/Collingwood-Hotels-Georgian-Bay-Hotel-Trademark-Collection-By-Wyndham.h1802744.Hotel-Information) > > [Blue Mountain Resort Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Owen-Sound-Hotels-Blue-Mountain-Resort-Inn.h35593974.Hotel-Information) > > [Valhalla Hotel & Conference Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Thunder-Bay-Hotels-Valhalla-Inn.h25234.Hotel-Information) > > [Benmiller Inn & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh-Hotels-Benmiller-Inn-Spa.h1881763.Hotel-Information) > > [Pickering Casino Resort Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Pickering-Hotels-Pickering-Casino-Resort.h89435702.Hotel-Information) > > [Muskoka Bay Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Huntsville-Hotels-Muskoka-Bay-Resort.h49036339.Hotel-Information) > > [Deerhurst Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Huntsville-Hotels-Deerhurst-Resort.h23864.Hotel-Information) > > [Friday Harbour Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Innisfil-Hotels-Friday-Harbour-Resort.h30029681.Hotel-Information) > > [Carriage Ridge Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Oro-Medonte-Hotels-Carriage-Ridge-Hills-Resorts.h1177104.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Thunder Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/Thunder-Bay-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Thunder-Bay.h30299129.Hotel-Information) > > [Blue Mountain Resort Mosaic Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Owen-Sound-Hotels-Blue-Mountain-Resort-Mosaic-Suites.h35593864.Hotel-Information) > > [Living Stone Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Collingwood-Hotels-Living-Stone-Golf-Resort.h1590687.Hotel-Information) > > [Fern Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Ramara-Hotels-Fern-Resort.h9812529.Hotel-Information) > > [The Water Tower Inn, BW Premier Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Sault-Ste-Marie-Hotels-The-Water-Tower-Inn.h20693.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus The Arden Park Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Stratford-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-The-Arden-Park-Hotel.h11525291.Hotel-Information) > > [Horseshoe Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Oro-Medonte-Hotels-Horseshoe-Resort.h41218.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Points by Sheraton St. Catharines Niagara Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-Falls-Hotels-Four-Points-By-Sheraton-St-Catharines-Niagara-Suites.h2609.Hotel-Information) > > [Hidden Valley Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Huntsville-Hotels-Hidden-Valley-Resort.h23944.Hotel-Information) > > [Blue Mountain Resort Village Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Owen-Sound-Hotels-Blue-Mountain-Resort-Village-Suites.h10940024.Hotel-Information) > > [Superior Inn Hotel and Conference Centre Thunder Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/Thunder-Bay-Hotels-Victoria-Inn-Hotel-And-Convention-Centre.h900513.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge by Wyndham Sudbury](https://www.expedia.ca/Sudbury-Hotels-Travelodge-By-Wyndham-Sudbury.h19351.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Sudbury](https://www.expedia.ca/Sudbury-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Sudbury.h45671968.Hotel-Information) > > [Hockley Valley Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Mono-Hotels-Hockley-Valley-Resort.h9779402.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Leamington Hotel & Conference Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Windsor-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Leamington-Hotel-Conference-Centre.h19347.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Collingwood by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Barrie-Orillia-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Collingwood.h52463807.Hotel-Information) > > [Living Water Resort and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Collingwood-Hotels-Living-Water-Resort-And-Spa.h6986293.Hotel-Information) > > [Westin Trillium House, Blue Mountain](https://www.expedia.ca/Owen-Sound-Hotels-Westin-Trillium-House.h1357075.Hotel-Information)