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Private Elora Studio in heart of Elora

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A cozy living room with a teal sofa, a round window above a built-in bench, and a small round table with a lamp.
A dining area with a round table, four chairs, and a fireplace.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white toilet, and a vanity with a mirror.
A bedroom with a dark patterned headboard, a framed picture above the bed, and two wall-mounted lamps.
A kitchen with white cabinetry, a refrigerator, a microwave, an oven, and a sink.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Elora Gorge Conservation Area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Elora, ON
  • Place, Elora Centre For The Arts
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Elora Mews Shops
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Elora Gorge Conservation Area
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Elora Studio in heart of Elora

Located 3 short blocks from the Elora Mill this charming studio is located in the heart of Elora, across from Bissell Park.
The Studio Apartment is in a separate, private building at the back of the property which has a private entrance, private front deck and private garden area along with a parking spot for one vehicle.
The wifi has recently been upgraded to the EERO mesh system to help connect you to work and leisure activities.
Bissell Park, located directly across the road, has a boardwalk along the Grand River you can stroll with your morning coffee.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Both beds are in the same open concept Studio.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pet should be on a flea protection program.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights
Gather used towels and leave them in the shower or bathtub.
Make sure to turn off all the lights and air conditioner.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9564856
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

About the area

Elora

Located in Elora, this apartment is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Elora Gorge Conservation Area and Elora Quarry Conservation Area, while Wellington County Museum and Archives and St Jacob's Country Playhouse are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Elora, ON

What's nearby

  • Elora Centre For The Arts - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Elora Mews Shops - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Elora SkyRider Zipline - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Elora Gorge Conservation Area - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Grand River Raceway - 14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Guelph Central Station - 22 min drive
  • Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen Grill & Chill - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Elora Studio in heart of Elora pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Private Elora Studio in heart of Elora?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Elora Studio in heart of Elora?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Elora Studio in heart of Elora?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Elora Studio in heart of Elora located?

Situated on a river, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Elora Centre For The Arts and Elora Gorge Conservation Area. Elora Mews Shops and Tooth of Time are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent host, was available any time and gave us our privacy. Very clean and well equipped. We found the mattress too soft but we had good nights sleep overall.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We started our holiday with a four night stay at the studio and it was like staying inside a piece of art. So beautifully designed and uniquely decorated with the side benefits if being extremely self contained, very clean. The kitchen was well supplied. The outside was very private and quite lovely for sitting out. Nice walking areas and downtown was minutes awayHost was easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2026
Thank you for the beautiful review. I’m so happy you enjoyed your time in the studio. Please know that you are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cary G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful room, very clean, organized and fully stocked for everything. We would definitely choose to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr 2026
So glad you enjoyed the Studio Apartment. Welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shreya B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The studio is beautiful, immaculate and feels like a page out of a storybook. Sophie has done a great job making it both dreamy and yet functional. Check in and check out is smooth, all amenities and essentials are provided. The kitchen has enough utensils for you to bake a cake in if you wish to!The gardens are well maintained and provide natural privacy. Bissell park is across the street and downtown Elora is a short walkaway. The fact that it is dog friendly is a big bonus, my dog had a great time staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was such a cute place. Great location and the host was very helpful and friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful inside as well as garden space, short walk to shops, restaurants, gorge
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2025
So glad you enjoyed the Studio Apartment……thank you for the lovely review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sophie was wonderful, even checking we made it through an ice storm!The cottage is fantastic, very cozy, quiet and has everything you need. It is also two blocks from downtown Elora. Definitely stay again sometime
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bisma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a pleasant experience staying at this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janine O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is beautiful and the studio apartment is lovely. It has everything you need and is close to downtown!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2025
Glad you enjoyed your visit to Elora. Please come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for winter or summer travel. The space is perfect for a couple and has everything you could possibly need. Communication with Sophie was amazing. She often reached out to offer advice/provide details without being asked. You can see and feel the pride she takes in hosting.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Dec 2025
That’s such a sweet review. Thank you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Val C.

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

Lovely Studio

Very nice studio with beautiful gardens. It's a perfect location within walking distance to the town. Very clean and owner is very accomodating. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2025
Thank you for reviewing the Studio Apartment in Elora.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another fantastic stay! The studio is just as special as the Victorian. Comfortable bed, amazing shower and a fully equipped kitchen. We especially appreciated the cozy outdoor spaces. Our host Sophie was so accommodating and friendly. This is a fantastic home away from home in the prettiest village in Ontario.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2025
I love that Elora and my rentals feel like your home away from home!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cameron M.

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

Amazingly Cozy and Welcoming!

The entire stay was wonderful, the studio was exceptionally clean and cozy. Being so close to the downtown area allowed us to walk everywhere and really enjoy Elora. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2024
Thanks for the great review Cameron. So glad you enjoyed the space and the “walkability” to downtown. Welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

Perfect stay

From beginning to end, the accommodations, location, amenities, and especially the Host were just simply awesome. We were so grateful to be able to spend time there on our long-weekend getaway, and hope to return sometime in the future 💛
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2023
Thanks for the wonderful review Patricia......I would welcome you back to the Studio anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A wonderful property well maintained by a true super host. Within walking distance of almost everything that one would want to do or see in Elora.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful studio apartment that was extremely cozy. Perfect for a nice quiet getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larissa T.

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

Fantastic studio close to everything in Elora

We had a awesome stay at the Studio apartment which had a fabulous shower and everything you need in the kitchen and bathroom. Relaxing space inside and outside the studio. We enjoyed that it was within walking distance of a park to walk the dogs and restaurants, coffee shops and food shopping.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2025
So glad you enjoyed the privacy and location of the Studio Apartment in Elora. Welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sophie and her accomodations are absolutely the best! Elora is in a word breathtaking....the environment, community, people. And Sophie provides the perfect place of solace to relax and take it all in. We love her! We love Elora! So this is "until we meet again"!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2025
Thank you for the amazing review. It's always wonderful to see you on the calendar and host you for the past few years.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cindi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our host was wonderful and the studio apartment was very clean and beautiful inside. Just park and you are within walking distance to everything around
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Agatha R.

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

Beautiful Elora Getaway

My family had an incredible stay. The studio was clean, artistically decorated and had everything we needed. It is a short walk to all the shops and restaurants. The garden and private patio area make the stay so relaxing. We hope to be back again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2023
Happy you enjoyed your time in Elora and the Studio Apartment. Perhaps we will meet again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sari s.

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

Lovely respite in a magical place

Sophie is a wonderful host. This was our second stay with her. Her coattage and the grounds are beautiful and the location is perfect for exploring the beautiful village
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kirk r.

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

Elora

Beautiful apartment, everything you need, blocks from downtown, easy access to parks. I had a wonderful stay and hope to be back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2024
Thank you for the wonderful review…..hope to see you in Elora again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sophie's Studio Apartment in Elora was fabulous! it had everything we needed and more. The space was beautifully decorated and exceptionally clean. She thought of everything, and then some. We enjoyed sitting on the porch at night after a day exploring the area. Shops and restaurants were easily walkable and Sophie very helpful suggesting what to see and do. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2025
So glad you enjoyed the Studio. Close to everything yet totally private. I have a feeling you will be back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rebekah s.

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

peaceful, cozy getaway

a very nice, comfortable, cozy studio in a great location. It is close to restaurants, the main street in the village, a hiking trail and a lovely little riverside park. All the amenities are provided, including dog supplies, cooking supplies, a nice shower with soap and shampoo etc. Really enjoyed our stay and looking forward to returning in each season (spring, summer, fall and winter) in 2025!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2025
Happy you enjoyed the Studio. Lots to do in this small town of ours so you’re welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sari s.

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

Beautiful perfectly appointed

The location was perfect, close to everything. Sophie was attentive to all our needs. The studio and the grounds were beautiful and the outdoor areas also wonderful for relaxing. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2023
So glad you enjoyed your Artist’s Retreat week in Elora. It’s great to have a home away from home.

About the host

Hosted by Sophie Hogan

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I've lived in the sweet village of Elora for over 30 years and raised my daughter in our historical Victorian home. I'm a portrait photographer by trade as well as an avid gardener. Creating inviting spaces both indoors and in the garden is one of my visual passions that I hope you will be able to enjoy.

Why they chose this property

The Private Studio is a totally separate building from my home and is walking distance to everything downtown. The Elora Mill, Bissell Park with the Saturday morning Elora Market, the Elora Centre for the Arts with a lively calendar of events and the beautiful Elora Gorge.

So if you like to be in the hub of things, this is your spot to visit.

What makes this property unique

The Studio Apartment is a working photography studio that easily converts
into a spacious living environment with the help of a comfortable Queen size bed.
The barrel vaulted ceilings are 16 feet high and provide an airy feel inside 550 sq ft of well designed living/working space. A reading nook doubles as a space for a child to sleep as it is about the size of single bed and is quite comfortable.

The kitchen is fully stocked with pots and pans along with basic spices. Kettle, coffee press, toaster and smoothie maker are available along with serving set up for four.

Guests have full use of the newly built Pergola area in the back garden which was specifically designed for the Studio guests.

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