Title: John's Island House on Toronto Island, just minutes from Downtown Toronto - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # John's Island House on Toronto Island, just minutes from Downtown Toronto Vacation home with kitchen, steps from Lake Ontario ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106850000/106846700/106846661/80d1cf8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106850000/106846700/106846661/w1899h1263x1y1-ad5b0895.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106850000/106846700/106846661/w1899h1263x1y1-4dfe6c5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106850000/106846700/106846661/w1899h1263x1y1-e92cd550.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106850000/106846700/106846661/dda7a301.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location On a peaceful island in Toronto, the gorgeous house designed by David Lieberman offers a tranquil retreat. Unwind in the spacious terrace with gas barbecue or find serenity in the private garden perfect for meditation and reflection. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## 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. ### John's Island House on Toronto Island, just minutes from Downtown Toronto Experience the magic of Toronto at our gorgeous house designed by renowned architect, David Lieberman. The contemporary and warm two-story island home includes all the amenities for your family, including a full kitchen, dining room, living room, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and screened veranda. A spacious terrace with gas barbecue allows for dining while the adjoining private garden is a peaceful nook for meditation and reflection. The house features a master bedroom with a king-size bed and connecting 4-piece washroom, a second bedroom with queen-size bed and connecting 3-piece washroom, a third bedroom with queen-size bed and connecting 3-piece washroom, a fourth bedroom with a single bed, and a fifth bedroom with a single and double bunk bed. The lower level (which can be separated) has a large media room with TV, a combined kitchen/laundry room, two bedrooms and a bathroom. The dining room table can accommodate up to 10 people, and the living room includes a Smart TV, sound system and fireplace. The kitchen is fully stocked and boasts custom cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances including gas stove. The Island Neighborhood The Island community is the largest urban car-free community in North America. Kids and adults of all ages can find things to do on the island. In the summer there is swimming, sailing, canoeing, and other boat activities in Lake Ontario. Nature fans will love the peaceful lagoons where wildlife flourishes including turtles, fish, swans, and many other rare birds. For young children, Centreville on Centre Island is a fun amusement park with roller-coasters, water rides and a petting zoo. In the winter you can enjoy the peacefulness of being just far enough away from the City noise to feel like you have left the distractions of the City far behind. You can explore nature during a bike ride, or hike, as you make your way along the island paths and wonder next to the still quiet lagoons. Distances From the house one can walk to the ferry in 7 minutes, to the beach in 3 minutes, to the island café in 4 minutes, to the Riviera restaurant and patio in 8 minutes, and to Center Island in 38 minutes. The ferry ride is 10 minutes to and from the city, and from the city ferry terminal one can walk to Union Station in 16 minutes, to the CN Tower in 21 minutes, to the Convention Center in 22 minutes, to the Rogers Center in 23 minutes, to the St. Lawrence market in 23 minutes, to Eaton’s Center in 28 minutes, and to the Distillery in 30 minutes. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### 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. - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smooth flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the marina ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Bed sheets changed on request - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 2,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114770000/114768500/114768421/39f3a8e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Exquisite Vintage Hotel - Steps to Downtown Old Toronto - Air conditioning - Laundry - Microwave - Kitchen 9.0 Wonderful 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=114768421&PinnedHotelID=114768421&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99410000/99401000/99400940/03aeb622.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Executive Detached Home For Longer Stays (Minutes to Downtown & Danforth) East York - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Old Toronto, a neighborhood in Toronto, is home to this vacation home. CN Tower and The Distillery Historic District are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Ontario and High Park. Ripley's Aquarium of Canada and Hockey Hall of Fame are not to be missed. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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Rogers Centre and CN Tower are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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