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Drew House

  • Inn Details

    Nestled in the historic Village of Elora, Drew House offers a magical retreat from the pressures of everyday life. The childhood home of Ontario Premier George Drew, this enchanting 2-acre estate has been "re-created" for your enjoyment. Surrounded by tall trees and colourful gardens, this charming nineteenth-century home and its recently-renovated limestone coach house feature 11 guest bedrooms. You will find Drew House the perfect setting for weddings, seminars, corporate retreats or simply a peaceful night's stay. With its classic stone barbecue, lush green lawns and sunny slate courtyard, the garden at Drew House has an atmosphere of peace and contentment. Complete with its own fish pond, the garden is a wonderful place for a leisurely stroll, quiet mediation or an afternoon nap. Drew House offers ample on-site parking and easy access to the Grand River. It is within a few minutes walk of shops, a cinema, and scenic attractions.


    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Born in the Basque region of France, Roger is a noted food expert and accomplished chef. During his career, he has owned 14 restaurants around the world -- from France and Canada to Tasmania.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish



    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Corporate Retreats

    • Gourmet Weekends

    • Special Events

    • Spiritual Seminars

    • Business travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Weddings


    Amenities

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  • Nightly Rate

    CAD 85 - CAD 115

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3 p.m.    Check out: Noon

    • Deposit amount required: No set deposit required. We request that guests secure their reservation with a credit card number.

    • Cancellations: Call by 4 p.m. on date of arrival to avoid cancellation charge. No shows -- One night's accommodation will be charged to the credit card on file.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: Limited

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Guests are invited to bring their own wine with them.

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: Families are welcome.

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No


    Discount type

    • Corporate Rate
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 2

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.

    • Serving location: Breakfast/dining area


    Complimentary Perks

    • Fruit

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages


    Special meal options

    • Vegetarian

    • Basque-style French

  • Location Type

    • Village


    City

    • Guelph

    • Distance to city: 10 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take Route 401 West from Toronto. Exit on Hwy. 6 North. Stay on Hwy. 6, through Guelph until you reach Fergus. Turn left on St. Andrews St. Travel about 5 kilometres. This becomes Mill Street in Elora. Drew House is on the right-hand side, on the corner of Mill and Mary Streets.


    Airport

    • Toronto, ON, Canada (YYZ-Pearson) 45 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Drew House is located within a 1-hour drive of Toronto Pearson Airport. See directions above.


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • House Tours

    • Elora Music Festival

    • Elora Gorge and Quarry

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ski area

    • Winery

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Bird watching

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Fishing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Kayaking

    • Horse and Buggy Rides

    • Mennonite Farmers Mkt.

    • Fly fishing

    • Hot Air Balloon Rides

    • Tubing down the Grand River

    • Rock Climbing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Snow shoe rental

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Swimming

    • Water sports

    • Whitewater Rafting

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