Merrill House | Victorian Boutique Hotel w/ 14 Art-Inspired Rooms

Surround yourself with fine wine, dining and art and indulge in boundless hedonism in the heart of  Prince Edward County.

Built in 1878 for Edwards Merrill, Merrill House has been restored to its Victorian glory: a magnificent, stately home imbued with art and intellectual interiors.

Every room is individually designed, inviting you to immerse yourself in the most interesting boutique hotel experience in Canada. Enjoy the ultimate in personal service, modern technology and luxurious amenities as you indulge your senses in fine art, French cuisine and a meticulously curated wine collection.

Merrill House is furnished with a balance of fine antiques and artefacts, contemporary art and modern appointments. Like every room, every piece has a story and the Merrill team is delighted to share it.

Accommodations

All 14 rooms and suites are equipped with a brand new bathroom, iPad, smart television with Alexa, small library and minibar.

Cellar & Wine Collection

Merrill House is proudly the only restaurant between Toronto and Ottawa with a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. This is granted to outstanding wine lists around the world. Enjoy our fine, French cuisine paired with some of the best wines the world has to offer.

Experiences & Amenities

Merrill House features a large cellar, conservatory bar, sauna, virtual reality lounge, drawing room, cocktail parlour, sculpture and photography gallery, beautiful gardens and more to take part in a wide variety of experiences.

• WELCOME PHOTOGRAPH - Capture your first Merrill House moment with an old-fashioned Polaroid.

• PILLOW SCENTING SERVICE - Test our scent domes at reception and determine the perfect scent for your luxurious night’s sleep. Pillows are scented during turn-down service.

• INDOOR & OUTDOOR FIREPLACES - If you wish to enjoy one of our fireplaces, reception should be pleased to assist you. Marshmallows are available for toasting over our outdoor fireplace.

• VIRTUAL REALITY LOUNGE - Explore the pyramids, tour the British Museum or ride an epic rollercoaster, all from the comfort of our Virtual Reality Lounge.

• THE BARREL SAUNA - One hour private Barrel Sauna sessions are complimentary for our guests.

• THE WHIRLPOOL CHAMBER - One hour private Whirlpool Chamber sessions are complimentary for our guests. Advanced booking is highly recommended.

• PRIVATE PICNICS - Enjoy a luxurious picnic in our walnut garden or at the base of a nearby private waterfall. Picnics are served from an English picnic hamper and include sparkling wine. Reception should be pleased to provide you with pricing.

• WINE EDUCATION - Enjoy a private wine course and tasting with one of our sommeliers in our state-of-the-art cellar. Learn about Prince Edward County, wine pairings, your favourite international regions and more. Reception should be pleased to provide you with pricing.

• WORKOUT KITS - Weights, workout bands and yoga mats are available for use in your room or in the gardens.

Sustainability

Merrill House is proud to be committed to operating with environmental sustainability at the forefront of its development. Recently, Merrill House has invested over $500,000 in environmental projects such as: replacing plastic toiletry bottles with durable dispensers, avoiding wasting thousands upon thousands of plastic bottles; replacing all the windows in the 14 bedroom house with double-glazed, thermal windows; increasing the utilization of recycling programs; reducing food waste; replacing old and inefficient equipment; and installing a state-of-the-art energy management, heating, air conditioning and ventilation system.