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This Must Be The Place Guesthouse

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
We are the house with solar panels and plenty of free parking!
Downstairs Foyer - Main Street entrance
The Parlor
The Parlor

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

View map
  • Place, Fort Niagara State Park
  • Place, Peller Estates Winery
  • Place, Shaw Festival Theatre
  • Airport, Buffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.)

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

This Must Be The Place Guesthouse

Beautifully restored 1850s Victorian Guesthouse in the center of the quaint Village of Youngstown, NY, where the Niagara River meets Lake Ontario. Within walking distance of Old Fort Niagara or a short bicycle ride to the Village of Lewiston and Artpark, and a mere 20 minute drive to one of the natural wonders of the the world- Niagara Falls. (Oh, Canada is just across the river as well.)

We fully renovated the guesthouse with its history in mind - so you can enjoy turn-of-the-century charm in every room without having to worry about outdated facilities. One example of this, is that each of our 5 bedrooms has its own ensuite or private bath.

The MAXIMUM night stay for our property is 14 nights.

The fully equipt kitchen has everything you need to create a beautiful meal, including china and crystal to set a beautiful table in our stunning dining room.

Enjoy a game on my grandfather's 105 year old Brunswick Billiards Table or a chess match in the Parlor.

If music is your thing, the baby grand piano is tuned and ready to play. The Rock-Ola Brunswick Jukebox is loaded with a wide variety of music for you to enjoy. If you choose 0009 you will hear the song that inspired this place! (Regrettably, I am waiting on a part for the Jukebox, so hopefully by the time of your visit, it will be up and running again.)

You may want to just relax in one of the outdoor spaces. The only problem, I can see, is trying to decide which of the three you enjoy most.
- Sipping your morning coffee on the kitchen deck as the sun comes up,
- Enjoy a rocking chair on the wrap around porch while sneaking a peak of the River and Canada -yes, that is Canada on the other side of the Niagara River,
- Getting the party started with happy hour on the veranda.
You'll just have to stay long enough to do all three!

No matter what you choose, please make yourself comfortable and let "This Must Be The Place Guesthouse" be your new favorite place!

When it's time to get out of the house and stray a little farther than the Village of Youngstown there is so much to choose from. Obviously, Niagara Falls - need we say more! Just a 20 minute scenic drive to a sight you will never forget.

On the way you will go through the Village of Lewiston with many shops, restaurants, ArtPark, hiking trails, festivals, and waterfront activities.

Head east and check out Ransomville, Wilson and Olcott with all they have to offer and don't forget the Niagara Wine Trail.

If you brought your passport, your can even visit our neighbors to the north, Canada! Niagara On The Lake is a 40 minute drive, while Toronto is 2 hours away-customs and traffic not withstanding.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
Family friendly events only. No disruptive parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The Village of Youngstown's quiet hours are between 10pm and 8am, so please keep the volume down especially when you are enjoying the outside spaces
Next to the kitchen deck and patio, please do NOT use the larger patio with the hot tub, as it is not part of the Guesthouse.
At Check out: Do not make the beds. Place used bath towels in the shower/tub. Start the dishwasher. Lock ALL exterior doors and send me a message

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Family friendly events only. No disruptive parties
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Youngstown

Located in Youngstown, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Rainbow Bridge and Skylon Tower are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Clifton Hill and Outlet Collection at Niagara. Aquarium of Niagara and Fallsview Indoor Waterpark are not to be missed. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Map
Youngstown, NY

What's nearby

  • Fort Niagara State Park - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Peller Estates Winery - 23 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Shaw Festival Theatre - 24 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club - 25 min drive - 30.2 km
  • Jackson-Triggs Winery - 26 min drive - 34.6 km

Getting around

  • Niagara Falls Station - 16 min drive
  • Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪11Th Post On Queen - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Two Sisters Vineyards - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Peller Estates Winery - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪The Exchange Brewery - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is This Must Be The Place Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at This Must Be The Place Guesthouse ?

As of 12 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at This Must Be The Place Guesthouse on 13 Nov 2025 start from AU$1,335.70, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at This Must Be The Place Guesthouse ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at This Must Be The Place Guesthouse ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is This Must Be The Place Guesthouse located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Niagara River Gorge and Fort Niagara State Park. Lake Ontario is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lela M.

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

Mrs Lela McCollum

Beautiful place & everything was so plentiful with supplies, we would come back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia L.

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

Perfect Family Meeting Place

The home is fantastic for family of all ages. Many amenities. The kids (including adults to age 5) enjoyed playing billiards. We had great walks about Youngstown with all its history (including the property’s history) as well as local market and restaurants. So near to so many sight seeing places like Maid of Mist, Fort Niagara and Tuscarora State Park. Very enjoyable and relaxing. Many Thanks to our Hosts
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

teresa l.

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

family vacation

We had a wonderful stay. The house was lean, had everything we needed and 4 out of the 5 bedrooms had their own bathrooms! Lots of space for everyone. The two porches are amazing! We spent a lot of time on them. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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

Spacious and fun!

This property is very clean and well organized. It is a spacious and comfortable house in a beautiful area. The surrounding towns and tourist attractions are a reasonable distance and easy to navigate for day trips. The pool table and outdoor porches at this property provide a fun and relaxing spot to unwind at the end of the day. The host is very attentive if needed. Loved our stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Winfred D.

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

Awesome

The house is impressive. It is decorated with wonderful furnishings and some whimsy. The location is great for walking in the village, going to the Yacht Club, The Stone Jug for music and to Fort Niagara. The front porch is great for people watching and having a cocktail.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie W., Stow, OH

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

Lives up to its name”This must be the place!”

We were in Youngstown for a family reunion. Our children joined us from Ohio and Brooklyn, New York. The house worked out perfectly, very clean, lots of space and a good location. We loved the Niagara Falls memorabilia, paintings and history. An easy walk to Fort Niagara and the river. We especially loved the porches. Overall a delightful place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Dr

Beautiful house, neighborhood and village. Could not be better.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Layla S.

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

Perfection

Our family came up to celebrate my brothers birthday, as he lives nearby. The house was more than I could have asked for. Everything was perfect. Everybody loved the house, the attention to detail in every room is unbelievable. Glynis was super kind, accommodating and helpful. I may have set the bar too high with this place. My family has been spoiled and will expect this every time. I guess it means we will have to return soon. Thanks for a great visit Glynis!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily Z.

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

Amazing

The house was absolutely beautiful. Everyone had their own rooms (and bathrooms!). The pool table and jute box were so much fun. The house had everything we could need. And the location was perfect. Youngstown is such a cute down and it’s also not far from Lewiston or Niagara Falls. Thank you for a great family trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

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

Youngstown Gem

This home is beautiful and full of history and character. The town is charming, and the people are very friendly. It was our home base for trips to Niagara Falls and Niagara on the Lake. All five of us have wondrful memories of this home and town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill O.

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

Best Place Ever

This was our second time staying here and we loved it just as much as the first time. Glynnis is a wonderful host and the house is great.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim J.

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

Amazing family home

The property was beautiful! It was so nice and clean with every amenity you can think of. Glynis was so kind and responded quickly to all my questions! We stayed with a large group including 3 smaller kids. The neighborhood was fantastic and safe. We had a great time enjoying the local shops and loved sitting on the porch sharing stories. Would stay again! 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James A.

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

The Pace

Every thing was better than we expected. We got to meet Glynis and her husband. They are around if you need them. If we are ever in the area we would definitely stay there again. The place is very close to the Niagara Falls attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah P., Las Vegas NV

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

Friendsgiving!

This Must Be The Place was absolutely lovely, it provided plenty of room for two families with teens, tweens and children. We both have kids in college in NY so they met us in Youngstown and we went on adventures for Thanksgiving break. Youngstown and Lewiston have small shops and coffee, diners and bakeries to fill a day. We traveled to Niagara Falls and crossed the border - everything is close enough but spread out enough to keep it country. We loved the space and enjoyed our time. Grateful to Glynis and hopeful to return again someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill O.

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

Would love to return

This property was wonderful. We so enjoyed lounging on the porches while enjoying the views and activity of a small town. There were ten of us over three generations and after a week we were sad to go.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Amazing

This Must Be the Place is a great property! The listing descriptions and pictures are accurate. We had plenty of room for our group of ten. The location is great- walking distance to the river and shops and within a short drive to Niagara Falls. The house is uniquely designed, comfortable, and clean. The only drawback is the lack of couches or other seating for large groups. The weather was great when we visited though, so we spent most of our sitting around on the porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy Y.

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

Beautiful House

The house was beautiful and full of everything you would need and then some. This was by far the best place we’ve rented. We would stay again if we ever go back that ways. No complaints!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl J.

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

Want to go back

House and locals where amazing great hospitality. The owner became a friend just a text away to answer any questions We just didn’t stay long enough my only disappointment. We all want to come back and stay here again. Wonderful experience. A wonderful memory to look back on. 💕😊
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

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

Excellent Accomodations and Attention To Details for Guest!

Beautiful Property with Sunset Views and Quaint Walking Village. Comfortable And Cozy! Great Owners and Very Accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Glynis Mieth

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It’s a family thing.
A naïve couple Glynis and Mark were married up the street from here - and the wedding reception (think: party) was at this place.

Although there was a vast future ahead of them, they had no thoughts that this would be the place that they would end up being.

Their first dance was to the melody “This Must Be The Place (Naïve Melody)” by Talking Heads.

It was a day and night filled with laughter and love.

We hope that you too may share in some of that during your stay here.

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