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    • Address 52 Helena Avenue
      Toronto, ON M6G 2H2
      Canada
    • Phone+1-416-654-9105
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    The Cottage is an intimate up-scale downtown accommodation built during the last century and totally restored. We have two intimate rooms each furnished with early Canadian antiques. Guests occupy the second floor which includes a common room with artifacts and original artwork. Relax in our soaker claw-foot tub. Escape to the front porch in white wicker chairs with a morning coffee. Breakfast is superb. Natural fruits and vegetables create the basis for our menus which will beckon you to the breakfast table set with English bone china, silver, and cloth napkins. The dining room features an art deco chandelier, polished wood floor and stained glass window.

    Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 3 Reviews

    4.4 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  4
    • Services  4
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  4
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    5 out of 5
     

    Outstanding Bed and Breakfast

    March 05, 2013

    We recently had a two night stay in the Cottage in the City. It was so charming and very clean. Our room was spacious and beautiful, and the breakfasts were outstanding. Our hosts were very friendly and went out of their way to find us interesting attractions and good restaurants. The next time we visit Toronto we will definitely be staying at the Cottage in the City.

    4.2 out of 5
     

    Great place and lovely people

    July 20, 2010

    We enjoyed our stay in this lovely house - near to the centre of town, but in a peaceful area with plenty of shops and restaurants. The room was small, but perfectly formed, with antique furniture and a good sized bathroom next door. The homecooked breakfasts were great and Ron and Mardelle were excellent hosts. We would definitely stay here again.

    4.0 out of 5
     

    Great value /service

    July 08, 2010

    We had a great stay in Toronto at Cottage in the City. We loved the easy access to subway and the serenity of the neighborhood.Yummy breakfasts and even considered my allergy to gluten products. Worth a visit: Melissa and Donnie


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    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeeper(s)

    Mardelle and Ron Kish

    Innkeepers Description:

    Ron is a retired television journalist with an intimate knowledge of the city and national politics, if you are so interested! Mardy is a former special events planner with a flair for cooking and making our guests feel "at home".

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    Amenities

    Type:

    Property highlights

    • Attention to Detail

    • Canadian art works

    • Classy atmosphere

    • Heritage Value

    • Traditional Front Porch

    • Antiques/decor

    • Economical rates

    • Gourmet food

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    On-site

    • Air conditioning

    • Desk

    • Library

    • Telephone

    Guest room(s)

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Hairdryer

    • Ironing Board

    • Radio

    • Turndown Service

    Other

    • Links to Niagara Falls service

    • Toronto reading material

    • Downtown map

    • Attraction brochures

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  • Rooms & Rates

    • Nightly Rate CAD 90 - CAD 115

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: open ended    Check Out: Noon

    • Minimum Stay: Two night minimum, surcharge for one-night stay

    • Deposit Amount Required: One full night prior to arrival. Full payment upon arrival.

    • Cancellations: Full refund with two week notice prior to arrival date

    • Open All Year Round: No


    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: No

    • Guest Pets Allowed: No

    • Drinking Allowed: No

    • Drinks Available: No

    • Children Allowed: Children aged 12 and up welcome, existing beds only.

    • Suitable For Children: Limited

    • Childcare Provided: No


    Discount Type

    • Extended stays
      Percent Off: 10% Days Required: 10

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  • Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 3 Reviews

    4.4 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  4
    • Services  4
    • Value  4
    • Cleanliness  4
    • Dining  4

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    5 out of 5
     

    Outstanding Bed and Breakfast

    March 05, 2013

    We recently had a two night stay in the Cottage in the City. It was so charming and very clean. Our room was spacious and beautiful, and the breakfasts were outstanding. Our hosts were very friendly and went out of their way to find us interesting attractions and good restaurants. The next time we visit Toronto we will definitely be staying at the Cottage in the City.

    4.2 out of 5
     

    Great place and lovely people

    July 20, 2010

    We enjoyed our stay in this lovely house - near to the centre of town, but in a peaceful area with plenty of shops and restaurants. The room was small, but perfectly formed, with antique furniture and a good sized bathroom next door. The homecooked breakfasts were great and Ron and Mardelle were excellent hosts. We would definitely stay here again.

    4.0 out of 5
     

    Great value /service

    July 08, 2010

    We had a great stay in Toronto at Cottage in the City. We loved the easy access to subway and the serenity of the neighborhood.Yummy breakfasts and even considered my allergy to gluten products. Worth a visit: Melissa and Donnie


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  • Location Type

    • City

    • Downtown

    City - Toronto

    • Distance to city: 0 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Provided with confirmation. Nearest major intersection Bathurst and St. Clair Ave. W.

    Airport

    • Toronto, ON, Canada (YYZ-Pearson) 18 miles

    • Directions to property:
      By public transit or cab. More information upon confirmation of arrival.


    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • Nature area

    • Honest Ed's shopping emporium

    • Hockey Hall of Fame

    • Spadina House

    • Shopping

    • Casa Loma

    • Toronto attractions

    • Performing Theater

    • Religious Services

    • Winery

    • Zoo

    • Nature trails

    • Tarragon Theatre

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

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  • Amenities

    Type:

    Property highlights

    • Attention to Detail

    • Canadian art works

    • Classy atmosphere

    • Heritage Value

    • Traditional Front Porch

    • Antiques/decor

    • Economical rates

    • Gourmet food

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    On-site

    • Air conditioning

    • Desk

    • Library

    • Telephone

    Guest room(s)

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Hairdryer

    • Ironing Board

    • Radio

    • Turndown Service

    Other

    • Links to Niagara Falls service

    • Toronto reading material

    • Downtown map

    • Attraction brochures

    Explore Cottage in the City

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  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: Between 8 and 10 a.m.

    • Serving Location: Dining Room

    Signature Dish

    Cottage Country Breakfast
    The season dictates our breakfast menus. Winter mornings with steaming oatmeal, cinnamon pancakes, or pumpkin waffles. Spring and summer brings fresh fruits and vegetables to the table in strawberry crepes with fresh creme sauce, buttermilk blueberry pancakes with berries, or omelettes with spinach and home-grown tomatoes. The fall is apple time at the cottage with fresh picked Ontario apples baked and carmelized to complement crisp french toast.

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • Wheat/dairy-free

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