Wine country cottage - The Gatehouse - Colchester

4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 11186 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Essex, ON

Serenity Lavender Farm7 min walk
North 42 Degrees Estate Winery7 min walk
Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery8 min drive
Windsor, ON (YQG)37 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom #1 =The East Room

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2 - The Middle Room

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #3 - The West Room

2 Double Beds

Main Floor Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

East Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Powder Room

Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

West Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Wine country cottage - The Gatehouse

Welcome to The Gatehouse, our family cottage since 1970 - that grew! It is a large 4 bedroom vintage/rustic cottage that offers three bedrooms on the upper floor, and the largest bedroom on the main floor. The living room and dining room features a cozy gas fireplace with 20 ft ceilings. Three wineries are within easy walking distance. Relax on the large deck facing a huge yard with a view of the lake in the distance. The public beach and harbour are a 10-15 minute walk and it is a short stroll to a country diner located in quaint Colchester Village, in Ontario Canada. There are designated bike paths on road side for those seeking exercise. We are a year-round cottage and invite you to stay in all seasons.
***NEW for 2022*** New vinyl plank flooring in all the bedrooms and bathrooms!!
****COMING SOON IN 2024**** New kitchen and upstairs powder room. Stay tuned for updated pictures!!

April 2024 - kitchen remodel and powder room addition are now complete! Check out the pictures of our new kitchen, with all new floors, cupboards and appliances. The large fridge has an ice maker (made with filtered water). The microwave above the new range is also a range fan. The new coffee / bar features a filtered water tap for easy filling of coffee pots and drink pitchers. The mini fridge is perfect for all your cold drinks needs.
The new powder room upstairs is between the east and middle bedrooms.

Property manager

Ian Talbot & Mary Diemer

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Spacious side deck with incredible views of Lake Erie

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is allowed outside only, close windows

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Colchester

This cottage is located in Essex, a neighborhood in Town of Essex, and is in a rural area. North 42 Degrees Estate Winery and Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Erie and Seacliff Beach. Motor boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Essex, ON

What's nearby

Serenity Lavender Farm - 7 min walk
North 42 Degrees Estate Winery - 7 min walk
Erie Shore Vineyard - 5 min drive
Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery - 8 min drive
Cooper's Hawk Vineyards - 14 min drive

Getting around

Windsor, ON (YQG) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

The Beerded Dog Brewing Co - 7 min drive
Colchester Bar & Grill - 8 min walk
Cooper's Hawk Vineyards - 14 min drive
Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery - 10 min drive
Oxley Estate Winery - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wine country cottage - The Gatehouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

James B.

28 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, quiet, spacious, nostalgic, perfect

A nostalgic, homely residence, with spacious interior, several bedrooms, and local amenities. We stayed for five days in Nov and enjoyed our time here. We had 7 of us, and there was still room for more. The hosts were very accomodating and great to work with. Would recommend to anyone.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gisele G.

18 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cousins Retreat

Quaint, spacious and oh so comfortable! Beautiful beds and neighborhood was exceptional. One concern….the odour of natural gas near the Bbq is constant. We left the cover off to disperse the gas. Should have that checked for a leak. Your gifts upon arrival were greatly appreciated and we all thank you! A wonderful experience we will do again!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caryn H.

4 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a family gathering!

We were in the area for a wedding and had some family members staying. This property was spacious inside and out. We were welcomed with special treats and a personal note. Fabulous hosts! I would definitely recommend and would stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisette W.

18 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Great Family Stay

What a gem to find! We went with three families, including grandparents. The main floor bedroom and washrooms were a feature we needed and appreciated. Amazing location within walking/biking distance to the beach. Also perfectly situated for day trips around the county. The cottage was quirky and exactly what we needed for 6 adults and 4 children. Lots of space to run around or spread out when kids need space. The washer/dryer got a few runs over the week. Not a lot of storage space for dry food but we managed with coolers and crates. We definitely will come again. Thank you for a great family vacation!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis F.

29 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Gatehouse.

We had a great vacation. Voted by our family as one of the best places we have rented. We had everything we needed. Great beach and restaurants in walking distance.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023