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Original Newboro Lockmaster Home

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Exterior
Pool
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Rideau lakes, ON
  • Kilborn's on the Rideau
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Rideau Canal
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Upper Rideau Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Smiths Falls, ON (YSH-Montague)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Original Newboro Lockmaster Home

Come Visit the heart of the Rideau and stay in the original Newboro LockMasters house built in 1863. This home has been moved from its original location on the historic Rideau Canal at Newboro Locks, to it's new home minutes up the road. This home boasts a beautiful hiking trail on decommissioned CP Railway tracks which lead past conservation wetlands, to the quaint town's community park. Short walk to marina's, shopping, and dining in Newboro. A short 5 minute drive is the historic towns of Westport, or 20 minute drive to heritage town of Perth.
Down stairs of the Original Lockmasters House you will find the #worldssmallestshop, or Newboro Soap Company. Our hours are Saturday and Sunday 10-2 so as not to disturb our guests upstairs.
We look forward to hosting you and sharing this wonderful area full of history and adventure.
Sincerely Dani and Paul

Property manager

Dani and Paul

Languages

Czech

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Include pet information in your booking request
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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
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 deadlock

About the area

Newboro

Located in Rideau Lakes, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Rideau Canal and Foley Mountain Conservation Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Kilborn's on the Rideau and Westport Community Arena.
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Rideau lakes, ON

What's nearby

  • Kilborn's on the Rideau - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Rideau Canal - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Upper Rideau Lake - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Rideau Lakes Golf and Country Club - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Indian Lake - 15 min drive - 14.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Forfar Dairy Ltd - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tangled Garden Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Stage Coach Inn - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Westport Brewing Co - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lost Penny Pub - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Original Newboro Lockmaster Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Original Newboro Lockmaster Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Original Newboro Lockmaster Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Original Newboro Lockmaster Home located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Kilborn's on the Rideau and Rideau Canal. Rideau Canal and Upper Rideau Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bill T.

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

Original Lockmasters Home

Such a cute little place. Perfect for our getaway and trip down memory lane (Rideau Waterway). We had everything we needed and enjoyed our stay immensely! Dani and Paul were very accommodating and friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Newboro

Very welcoming, quaint, perfect for our stay. Dani and Paul are lovely hosts. Thanks for sharing your property with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Shealagh P.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic getaway spot

We had a lovely weekend away at Dani and Paul’s place. The bed was very comfortable and the house was outfitted in a charming way. We also had a nice visit with Dani downstairs in the shop and purchased some nice soaps! A notepad/book with info like the wifi password would be helpful for guests as we had to call and leave a voicemail for that info. Some things added to the kitchen (eg. flat baking sheet) would also be helpful, and there was no dish soap provided. Overall we had a great time and the price was unbeatable!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Fabienne L.

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

Parfait!

Les propriétaires sont très attentionnés. Tres beau coin à visiter. Proche de Westport et Perth.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Delores S.

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

August stay in Newboro

Historical
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

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

Rideau Lakes Gem

This property was a perfect place for me to stay in the Rideau Lakes. Only 10 minutes from Portland and easy drives to other cottage and fishing hot spots. Great location in the sleepy town of Newboro which has easy access to restaurants, hikes and local shops including Dani’s own handmade soaps below the Lockmaster house. I highly recommend this accommodation for its excellent location, many amenities, and super-friendly and helpful hosts. I would definitely stay here again. Scott
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

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

Add this to your bucket list…visit Newboro!

Easy access to the cottage from the main road. Perfect size one bedroom for a couple. Great deck to relax on. It was special to stay in a historical building with modern upgrades (A/C, shower, new windows, etc). Would love to visit again. Owners are helpful and easy to communicate with. Beautiful area with so much to explore.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B., Timmins

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

Romantic Getaway

It was a pleasure of having had the opportunity to stay in the historical Lockmaster’s House! From the moment we walked through the door, we were greeted with exceptional hospitality, a mesmerizing aroma from the soap shop located downstairs, mixed with the cottagy scent of cedar, and a cozy atmosphere. Dani was very helpful and informative. We enjoyed the location as it was close to the towns we planned on visiting. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Great location, sweet place

The Lockmasters House was the perfect spot for a little getaway in cottage country. We enjoyed the history of the place, explored Newboro and the area, watched boats go through the locks. And Westport is just down the road - great spot for breakfast! We'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Amanda C., Cambridge. England

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Small details away from a great review

An absolutely delightful property. Great location and full of character. Bathroom was very clean with lovely white towels and handmade soap from the lovely shop downstairs. The bed was very comfy and with lovely crisp bedding. We met Dani who was very friendly. HOWEVER a few small issues did impair our enjoyment of the house: some of the appliances (toaster, kettle) are old and poor quality, the shower head is makeshift, many utensils in the drawers are sticky or unwashed, no ice trays, very old and unappetising-looking selection of spices, salt and pepper, meagre remnants of tea and instant coffee, and an already half-used tiny tube of shampoo are provided “for guests to use”, and an old house book with out of date information scribbled out, which did not feel very welcoming. This was a lack of attention to detail, and the feeling that the house needed a deep clean (especially inside the cupboards), made us feel less cared for, as guests, than we have in other holiday rental properties where the hosts really have gone the extra mile in taking care of us. It is a shame as the house is wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

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

A nice location for seeing the area

Conveniently located for exploring the area. Westport, Perth, and the Newboro Locks are all very close. I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise Z.

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

Great stay

Our stay here was very nice. Love the little soap shop she has here on the property. The trail pass was excellent bonus. Would recommend this place to others
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ted D.

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

Rustic Excellence

This was a wonderful experience. Our hosts, Paul and Dani , were helpful and accommodating. For a small fee, Paul delivered a canoe for our use on the multiple lakes nearby (not even 2 km away.) When we arrived, Dani was there and even offered to walk our dog while we unloaded! There are two excellent restaurants nearby and quite a few more in Westport just 10 minutes away. We spent our mornings and evenings on the deck watching deer in the field across the way. This was the peaceful respite from urban life we were looking for.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely Lockhouse

The house was cozy and comfortable and spotlessly clean. The bed was super comfy also. We enjoyed chatting with Dani. She was so friendly and a great host. The little soap shop down below is so cuteand their products are amazing. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan P.

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

A real gem!

We’ve stayed here twice now & would absolutely stay again. Dani & Paul are gracious hosts. The Lockmasters house is so quaint & cozy. The area is beautiful as well! You must get some handmade soaps from Dani!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise V.

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

Saty at Lockmaster's house 1863

We enjoyed our stay tremendously. The hosts, Dani and Paul, we very accessible, the house is very comfortable and there are a lot of things to see and do. We highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Faith B.

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

Fantastic

It was fantastic, quite neighborhood, aside from the traffic and the weather there was no noise. Very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

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

So homey, clean and authentic

We loved our time here. On the first night we saw a herd of 20+ deer across the road. I walked daily down to the lake and met some lovely and friendly people. Dani has an amazing business on the main floor and I highly recommend her products!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K., Kitchener

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

Quaint piece of history!

Who knew you could stay in an 1863 Lockhouse yet have all the conveniences of home? Perfect size & perfect location to explore the area. Great hosts, made sure we had everything we needed. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Heather B., Val-David Quebec Canada

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

On the road stop off site

On vrbo website this lock master's house looked charming. Indeed from the outside it is! Inside is quite rundown, there are some artistic touches and the bed was comfortable. However, for over 80 year olds there are some challenging elements: handrail loose, uneven steps and floors etc....
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Pamela Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Trip

Comfortable property, good location, but on a busy road although the traffic reduced greatly in the evening. Kitchen utensils and crockery were below expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mat S.

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

Charming Building!

Dani was incredible and very easy to communicate with. The property itself was very clean and it was really a joy to stay in a historic property. It's perfect as a homebase to explore the region.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Bobbi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Dani and Paul were excellent hosts. !!!

We enjoyed our stay. Westport is minutes away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rémi B.

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

A great location to visit the region

The lockmaster's house is a really nice place to stay; very clean, cozy, with all the accommodations you need. Even if the air conditioning is upstairs in the bedroom, it was fine for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Barbara A.

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

Centrally located

Overall, we had no complaints. Little things that others have mentioned, I would concur: A big duvet instead of blankets would have been great, along with crisp, white sheets and plump pillows. There was an attempt to make the bathroom pretty by adding lovely soaps. Would have loved to have seen plush towels (extra ones as well, all of the same colour, preferably white). There was noise from the highway, but not terrible. Wifi was great, and the location is wonderful-close to Westport and a half hour from Perth. I don't object to doing and putting away the dishes before leaving, but that means that I am relying on the person before me to clean the dishes properly. Please keep that in mind when you are there. Although it wasn't an issue, the photo in the advertisement did not show the store below. Again, it wasn't an issue. I didn't love the idea of having to take my garbage with me when I left, but it wasn't a deal breaker. With some decorating tips from a professional, better lighting and improvement of the linens, this would be a superior place to stay. Still, would return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

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