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Entire Main Floor of Historic Gothic Stone Church near Perth

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one-of-a-kind sunken living room with fireplace
family size kitchen with full amenities
a unique round bedroom built into the Nave of the historic stone church
Front of Church home

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6162.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Perth, ON
  • Place, Big Rideau Lake
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Elmsley Drive-In Theatre
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Canadian Tire Centre
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Church home bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Entire Main Floor of Historic Gothic Stone Church near Perth

This private, bright, unique and spacious main floor home is custom designed and built into a 1900 historic Gothic Stone Church. Located just 10 minutes from downtown Perth or Smiths Falls, it is a perfect setting for authentic travelers and cultural explorers. Experience a beautiful region known for its lakes, rivers, parks & farms. Take art lessons, canoe, kayak, cross country ski, hike, bike or simply relax & take in panoramic views of the great outdoors, quaint towns and bucolic villages.

You can find us online at Artmakers Studio, Perth, Ontario.

If you plan on visiting "Ontario's Prettiest Little Town" one hour South of Ottawa, you can stay at this quaint, one-of-a-kind, main floor home built into a historic stone church. Enjoy stylish space surrounded by art, architecture, history and nature created by people who have lovingly restored and care for this church.

Our Listing rates, terms and conditions are none negotiable. Serious inquiries only. Please be mindful and give yourselves flexibility before you book. Our cancellation policy is strict.

Located just 10 minutes from Downtown Perth or Downtown Smiths Falls and near the Rideau Canal, a designated UNESCO World Heritage site. This Historic Stone Gothic Church home is a blend of the past and present featuring original stained glass windows from its past as St. Jame's Church and a touch of modern stylish art and decor. It's child and senior friendly.

This self check-in private main floor church home is perfectly suited as a retreat. It is very spacious featuring two large bedrooms: First bedroom is carved out of the historic Nave and Pulpit of the original church and features curved walls and has a Queen bed with en-suite access to the bathroom. The second bedroom has a Queen bed and is located where once the rows of church pews stood. A third convertible sun room and semi private bedroom is available with a double futon bed. In addition, a large sunken living room, open concept dining room & kitchen, a large bathroom with washer and dryer, wood stove, fire place and plenty of closet spaces. The South facing sun room with a walk out to a stone and masonry patio offers a perfect space to relax and enjoy view of the outdoors and gardens.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property accepts cash
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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Port Elmsley

Located in Drummond-North Elmsley, this holiday home is in a rural area. Rideau Canal and Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port Elmsley Drive-In Theatre and Perth Golf Course. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Perth, ON

What's nearby

  • Big Rideau Lake - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Port Elmsley Drive-In Theatre - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Stewart Park - 9 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Canadian Tire Centre - 48 min drive - 75.8 km
  • Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre - 50 min drive - 77.9 km

Getting around

  • Smiths Falls Station - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Entire Main Floor of Historic Gothic Stone Church near Perth pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Entire Main Floor of Historic Gothic Stone Church near Perth ?

As of 27 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Entire Main Floor of Historic Gothic Stone Church near Perth on 28 Mar 2026 start from AU$236, 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.

How much is parking at Entire Main Floor of Historic Gothic Stone Church near Perth ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Entire Main Floor of Historic Gothic Stone Church near Perth ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Entire Main Floor of Historic Gothic Stone Church near Perth ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Entire Main Floor of Historic Gothic Stone Church near Perth located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Big Rideau Lake and Port Elmsley Drive-In Theatre. Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario and Otty Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ned W.

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

Great Stay

This accommodation is historic on the outside and modern, beautiful, and comfortable on the inside. Great communications with host. Nice location between Smiths Falls and Perth.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

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

Unique and “Heavenly”

Large, comfortable, well stocked with anything we needed. Art treasures all around to behold!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Allan M.

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

Jani Garry were good hosts. Enjoyed our stay.

Overall positive experience
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

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

Great location

The unit was just as it was advertised. It was in a great location. Easy to walk everywhere. I would definitely recommend it
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Carol V.

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

Fabulous!

We loved it!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Doug B.

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

Delightful flat near Perth

Well appointed and spacious flat created from a former village Anglican church. It is located in a quiet village mid-way between Perth and Smith Falls. We have stayed at many different VRBO properties over the years, this is undoubtedly one of our favourites
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Terry P.

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

Sense of Place

We were in the bell tower, bright, modern, yet with quiet echoes of the history of the area. As an American, I felt the Canadian vibe. Highly recommend if you are looking for something unconventional.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margot L.

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

Wonderful!

The property was comfortable, well-appointed, beautifully decorated with lots of comfy furniture. We enjoyed the wood fireplace and all the special little touches that Garry and Janice included to make our stay practically perfect. The sunroom converted to a bedroom worked better than we thought it would.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberley M.

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

Fall colour getaway

We spent Thanksgiving weekend at this property. It was unique and nicely situated between Perth and Smiths Falls. It was spacious and comfortable and gave everyone privacy when they wanted it and a large living room for gathering together. We enjoyed the fireplace in the evenings. Our hosts were lovely and left us apples picked from their own trees as well as a homemade apple crisp.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim P.

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

Quiet and Relaxing

What a beautiful place to get away from the noise of the city. We were welcomed with a nice message on a chalkboard when we arrived. The fireplace was already going and the house was comfortably warm. Everything was super-clean. It stayed quiet for the entire stay. While it was a cold weekend, the house stayed warm thanks to the great heating system and the stocked fireplace. The hosts were available when needed but we really didn't need anything because of the attention put into the fully stocked house. We will return
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha W.

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

Quaint and comfortable

We needed a home base for a cottage-country weekend wedding and this converted old church was just the ticket. The hosts provided all the details we needed to make it a wonderful stay. Beds were comfortable, fully outfitted kitchen, close parking, and fun space including the garden out back and the beautiful church windows throughout. We wanted for nothing and Janice and Garry were very gracious and communicative. It’s close to a drive in theatre which we didn’t have the time to visit but maybe will next time. Freshly baked yummy cinnamon buns are available daily at the general store in Rideau Ferry, jus a few minutes drive away. We even stopped to pick up some to take home. You can get worms there too but I wouldn’t call them yummy although the fish would. We all highly recommend this quaint spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal T.

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

Weekend Away

It is a beautiful location, perfect for our excursions. The hosts were welcoming and very accommodating. I would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Scott L.

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

Interesting Place

The church conversion has been done thoughtfully and with love. Everything works and is comfortable if not luxurious. The host was highly accommodating and friendly. Great location if you want to explore Smith’s Falls, Perth and Merrickville. The nearby boat ramp is great for smaller boats, our 18’ bass boat was about as big as would fit. The big surprise was the number of high quality restaurants in Perth. Bistro 54 is an outstanding Italian. Fiddleheads and Mex&Co are also excellent with good food and unique ambiance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Golf Trip

Clean, efficient, helpful, well organized and fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic place!

We loved our stay! The property is beautiful and the apartment was very comfortable. Janice was a warm and welcoming host. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Beautiful setting. Great host.

A nice novelty staying in a converted church. Transformed into very homely accommodation. Close to road but no road noise when windows/doors closed (thick church walls). Can hear people moving about upstairs (loft apartment/studio) at times (other guests) but really very minimal. Could be a bit warm in one of the rooms if extremely hot at night (if you are used to AC) but fan provided. Great setting - some beautiful towns very close. Church close to water and canoes/kayaks were available. The host (and her husband) were wonderful. She was a wealth of local information and suggestions suitable for guests staying. She really made the stay a great experience. I would have no hesitation in recommending this place and would likely stay there again if vacationing in that area. Lovely people and lovely place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
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8/10 Good

Greg C.

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

Beautiful Setting

The church was a great place for us to have as our home base. We got out walking or biking every day as well as visiting Perth and Smiths Falls. The rural roads were quite nice for biking. Our hosts were very prompt at responding to our texts and we had no issues. We loved having all that space, it was a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Joel H.

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

Good Poperty

Mostly as described, Very clean. Nice hard working owners. Could use a few more pots and pans and use of outdoor grill. Nice property and good experience.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

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

Great Stay

Very gracious hosts! Had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Lyno V.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

relaxing and quite a lovely setting if you enjoy nature

enjoyed the uniqueness of the church and property and surrounding areas were beautiful drives. confusion with host about our arrival,vrbo calendar doesnt seem to function well.hence no orientation upon arrival so we nearly froze ,once we told hosts they took care of it right away
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

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

Such a beautiful building and property

Our stay was to celebrate a 30th wedding anniversary and we were absolutely thrilled by the building (a restored 1900 stone church), the property and the generosity of the hosts. Waiting for us in the refrigerator was a delicious apple dessert and a hand-written note. How nice was that? As well, check-in was seamless. On top of this, Port Elmsley is beautiful and very well situated to some great drives and destinations. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Thanksgiving in Stone Church

We had a great stay here. Everyone was comfortable and the surroundings very peaceful. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephen M.

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

Anniversary Trip

Stayed in both the upper and lower units. Both are very unique and beautifully decorated. Kitchen's were both fully equipped. The grounds/gardens and pond were very relaxing. Our hosts suggested a trip to Westport and Folly Mountain which was a highlight. Would very much recommend a visit to to this vrbo.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne W.

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

Family had a lovely quiet getaway

Everything was as described. Janice and Gary do a great job taking care of the beautiful old building.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn C.

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

What a wonderful historical home. It was beautiful and clean.

This property felt very comfortable and like home. It was clean and spacious. There are items around the house that are historic. The owners are extremely nice and and offer any assistance you need in regards to their home or what to see and visit in the area. My daughters and I were only there for a short time for my son's wedding but I will surely return for a longer visit to enjoy this beautiful home and the area.

About the host

Hosted by Janice Ling

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English, French
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