Historical Guest House Bed and Breakfast

5128 Fifth Avenue
Whitehorse Yukon Territory Y1A 1L6
Canada

http://www.yukongold.com

Phone: +1-867-668-3907
Phone: +1-867-668-2526

General Information

Located at the corner of Fifth Avenue and Wood Street in downtown Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada. Built in 1907 by Antoine "Tony" Cyr for "Sam McGee" and his family. Tony was famous for rafting freight through the treacherous Miles Canyon Rapids during the Goldrush. The home is featured on the Whitehorse Heritage walking tour. Our convenient location, two blocks from Main Street, allows our guests the freedom of walking to all downtown amenities. We offer free fax, internet and e-mail services. Member: Bed & Breakfast Association of the Yukon and Tourism Industry Association.

Room Rates (CAD Canadian Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 3 guest accommodations (3 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $CAD 75.00 and $CAD 85.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $CAD 85.00 and $CAD 130.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $CAD 10.00
  • Other Accommodations: Suites
    Next door to the "Cyr House", we have 2 suites available in the "McDonald House", built in the 50's The Deck suite has it's own entrance with an adjoining outside deck. It has 2 bedrooms, each with a queen bed, private washroom, TV, full kitchen facilities - basically your own apartment.
    The McDonald suite is a bright self-contained apartment as well, with all amenities that the Deck suite has.

Amenities

In Room
  • Alarm clock
  • Radio
On Site
  • BBQ grill
  • CD player
  • Ceiling fans
  • Computer
  • DVD Player
  • Data port
  • Desk
  • Fax Machine
  • Fireplace
  • Internet Service
  • Library
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • Telephone
  • VCR
  • Washer/dryer

Meals

  • A Self - serve breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: At your leisure
  • Breakfast is served in the Breakfast/dining area
  • Our signature dish is Self - serve breakfast
    Breakfast food is supplied and you prepare at your leisure. Prepare your other meals in our fully stocked kitchen.

Policies

  • No minimum stay required
  • Smoking is not allowed (Outside on Porch)
  • We cannot accommodate guest pets
  • Children are welcome
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted
  • Deposit amount required (Either pre-payment of room or guarantee with Visa or Mastercard. 100% refundable for cancellations received within seven days of arrival date.)
  • Check in time is After 3 p.m. and Check out time is 12:00 noon
  • Cancellations:
    To guarantee your reservation, either pre-payment or a guarantee with a Visa or Mastercard is requested. We advise NOT to send credit card information by e-mail. Please fax or phone us with this information. 100% refundable for cancellations received within 7 days of arrival date.
  • Accepted by the following agencies:
    • Northern Network of Bed & Breakfasts
    • Yukon Bed & Breakfast Association

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Antiques/decor
  • Business travel
  • Economical rates
  • Family Travel
Establishment Type
  • Bed and Breakfast

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Hand-hewn squared logs
  • Built in 1907
  • Opened for business in 1998
  • Restored / Remodeled in 1999
  • Parking available

Location

  • Geographic region: Yukon Territory
  • Location is best described as: Downtown
  • Directions to property:
    Downtown Whitehorse at the corner of Fifth Avenue and Wood Street.
  • Nearest major airport: YXY 2 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    Alaska Highway to either Two Mile Hill or Robert Service Way, which both lead to downtown. Turn east onto Wood Street. Historical House is one block - corner of Fifth Avenue and Wood Street.
  • Meeting places:
    • Airport
    • Bus

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Pam & Bernie Phillips
    Pam & Bernie are long-time Yukoners. Both are professional musicians and have travelled through-out Canada, the USA and Europe.
  • The innkeepers speak: English

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ruins, Ski area

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bicycles, Billiards, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Hunting, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Snow shoe rental, Snow shoe trails, Swimming, Swimming pool, Video Arcade, Whitewater Rafting