Albert Pimblett's Downtown Toronto Bed/Breakfast 242 Gerrard Street East Toronto Ontario M5A 2G1 Canada http://www.pimblett.ca Phone: +1-416-921-6898 Fax: +1-416-929-0940

General Information

AN ENGLISHMANS HOME IN DOWNTOWN TORONTO The owner Geoffrey Pimblett is very much like John Cleese and Pimblett'Rest is a veritable 'Fawlty Towers'. Also known as the 'End House' this 1860's home is located right downtown Toronto in the historical area known as Cabbagetown. Restored to provide all mod-cons and comforts, modern plumbing, central heating, & air conditioning and a conversion from gas to electric lighting. Most of the old world charm has been retained.
The Victorian Kitchen with its coke stove, washer and mangle.
The Wallnut Panelled Breakfast Room displaying the owners collection of tea pots. The Library with its British and American literature, mahogony fireplace and more tea pots.
The Front Hall with its resplendant French Ormalou Chrystal Chandelier and 1890's Jaques & Hayes Coat Stand and a dinner gong.
Each Bedroom has its own charm, using many out of print wallpapers and certainly out of date furnishings.There are three rooms to choose from; The Agatha Christie Room, The Queen Mothers Front bedroom,and The Butlers Back Bedroom with a view of the back yard.

Room Rates (CAD Canadian Dollars)

• Accommodations: Rooms
• There are 12 guest accommodations (8 with private baths)
• Single occupancy rate is between $CAD 65.00 and $CAD 85.00
• Double occupancy rate is between $CAD 85.00 and $CAD 105.00
• The rate for each additional person is $CAD 20.00
• Other Accommodations: The Honeymoon Suit
  The Bewdley Room is for lovers with a King size bed and a 5'
  jacuzzi in the bathroom. Decorated in 60s and 70s "CAMP".
  Orrange shag carpet, quaint furnishings ect.
  This room can be yours for $125.00 ca. double occupancy
  
  All Room rates are subject to 5% federal Sales tax (GST) and 5% provincial sales tax (PST)

Amenities

Meals

• A FULL ENGLISH BREAKFAST breakfast is included with room rate
• Breakfast is served from: 8:00 to 11:00AM
• Breakfast is served in the SUN ROOM CONSERVATORY, Breakfast Room, Breakfast/dining area
• Special meals available: English, Low Fat, Vegetarian

Policies

• No minimum stay required
• Smoking is not allowed (on the patio.)
• We cannot accommodate guest pets
• Children are welcome
• No childcare is provided
• Consumption of alcohol is permitted
• Deposit amount required (A deposit of one night is required to reserve a room.)
• Check in time is before 10.00 pm and Check out time is before 11:00AM
• Cancellations:
  Deposit is forfeited if cancelled with less than 5 days notice.

Property Features

Property Details

• Architectural style is Victorian
• Built in 1860
• Opened for business in 2000
• Restored / Remodeled in 1999

Location

• Geographic region: York Region
• Location is best described as: Downtown Shopping, Financial District, Major Hotels, Nr. Hospitals, Restaurants & Clubs, Theater District, City, Downtown
  
• Directions to property:
  By Road from the Don Valley Parkway to and/or the Gardener Expressway take the Jarvis exit north to Gerrard Street, turn right thats east for 1 1/2 blocks to Ontario Steet, turn right and park at the side or behind the North East Corner House. From the Airport take a limo or the Hotel Bus to the Chelsea Inn on Gerrard Street,and a cab for the short jorney to 242 Grerrard Street East.
• Nearest major airport: YYZ 5 miles
• Directions from airport:
  hwy. #427 South from the airport. Follow the Gardiner towards the city and take the Jarvis off ramp. North on Jarvis to Gerrard and East to Pimbletts-Rest. We are located just East of Ontario Street. Parkng is available at the back.

Innkeepers

• Innkeeper(s): Geoffrey Pimblett
  Antiques,collectables ie.Books, old records, paintings, stamps. tea pots, china & porcelain, old glassware, silver plate, kitchen gadgets preferably Victorian.anything to do with cooking.character people.Family moto is correct...Loking after widdows and other peoples property....Vintage cars etc.
• The innkeepers speak: English
• There is one dog on the property

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Beach, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, Ski area, Vineyard, Winery, Zoo

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bicycles, Bird watching, Boating, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Tennis courts, Tennis racket rental