A Traveler’s Reprieve in Niagara-on-the-Lake
…helping you explore & experience Niagara!
If your heart beats faster each time you pack your bag to discover new and exciting sights, then Explorer House is your ideal lodging choice! This modern home-turned boutique bed and breakfast was built with guests’ needs in mind, and reflects the owners’ love of global travel. Inside you’ll find luxuriously comfortable accommodations for your explorations of the Niagara Region.
Each of our beautiful guest suites is uniquely decorated with a global décor. All are lavishly appointed and include luxurious amenities, use of common areas and a delicious breakfast each morning.
Experience Niagara from our peaceful and beautifully landscaped location on a quiet cul-de-sac near parklands, just a 15-minute walk from Queen Street. Explore the Old Town area with its 19th-century charm; take a carriage ride through the beautiful streets of town or marvel at our town’s beauty by foot, as you duck into the specialty shops, galleries, pubs and restaurants throughout town. Nearby visit the oldest golf course in North America, historic sites, biking/walking trails, wineries and the famous Shaw Theatre Festival; all can be reached via a short walk, bike or car ride. Then return to a quite oasis in our beautiful backyard, which includes a fire-pit-table sitting area, gazebo and hot-tub.
There is so much to explore and experience in the Niagara Region. Let Explorer House host your southern Ontario travels!
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“The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page” – Saint Augustine of Hippo.
Upcoming Explorations:
Keep checking in here to see the latest in happenings in Niagara-on-the-Lake…There is always lots to do in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
And if you feel like just relaxing you can enjoy our lovely guest sitting area with Adirondack/Muskoka chairs & firepit table, or the gazebo and/or the hot tub…all available for our guests. So don’t forget to bring along your swimsuit!. Come explore with Explorer House, book your travel now!
NOTL Update:
Wineries are open for tastings! Almost all wineries are requiring reservations but they are offering new and creative ways to have a fun visit to their winery while staying safe. Wineries of Niagara-on-the-Lake provides a listing of many wineries but you will also find a list of many others on the “Explore Niagara” tab of this website. Also here is a handy list of many wineries and their current offerings. Interested in learning more about wine in Niagara? Check out Rick VanSickle’s “Wines in Niagara” website. Please note many wineries get fully booked, especially on weekends, we highly recommend making reservations in advance.
Oast House Brewers offers Friday Night Pints with live Music, every Friday night at 7pm. Enjoy some live music, your favorite pint of Oast & if hungry, some great Texas BBQ.
Shaw Festival 2022 line up includes: The Importance of Being Ernest, Cyrano De Bergerac, Too True To Be Good, Damn Yankees, The Doctor’s Dilemma, White Christmas, Christmas Carol and much, much more! Backstage tours have started again – call Shaw to book 1-800-511-7429.
Whirlpool Jet Boats are back! Don’t forget to ask for the discount coupon if you want to book this tour. It’s lots of fun!
Music Niagara Concert Series returns for their 24th Season. The concert series runs June 17-Aug. 20, 2022 and tickets are now on sale. It will feature performances from Susan Aglukark, to Trio Kyiv, to the Elmer Iseler Singers.
Jackson-Triggs Summer Concert Series are set to return this year! Tickets went on sale May 4, 2022. Numerous artists are in the line up with shows running June 24- Aug. 13, 2022. Get your tickets now!
The Saturday Morning Farmers’ Market is set to open for the 16th straight season on May 28th, and will run until Oct. 8, 2022 with some of NOTL’s favourite vendors in attendance. The market is a short 15 min. walk from our place!
Niagara Parks attractions are now open again. Their online Information Centre is there to help you plan your visit. Whitewater Walk, Aerocar, Butterfly Conservatory, etc. are all open. The Niagara Falls Adventure Pass allows you to save on the most popular attractions.
The Niagara Parks Power Station officially opened last summer! Guests will experience a multi-sensory daytime experience and the once dormant station come to life through an immersive sight & sound show in the evenings! This immersive experience features incredible 3D projection, interactive moments of wonder, and a breathtaking musical score in the heart of the power station.