The Little Inn of Bayfield: A Quaint Lake Huron Beach Village Gem

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Tucked away in the heart of Lake Huron's Bayfield village, The Little Inn of Bayfield is a charming boutique hotel that seamlessly blends traditional charm with modern comforts. This 19th-century Coaching Stop has been welcoming guests for over 150 years, with its original wooden veranda and cream-colored brick façade restored to its former glory. The inn's 31 rooms and suites are spread across the main building and a charming carriage house, with each one uniquely designed to reflect the inn's rich history.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Little Inn of Bayfield has 31 rooms and suites, with each one uniquely designed to reflect the inn's rich history.
  • The inn has been welcoming guests for over 150 years, with its original wooden veranda and cream-colored brick façade restored to its former glory.
  • The inn's carriage house, which was once a private dwelling, has been incorporated into the main building and offers 10 cottage rooms with modern touches not possible in the original inn.
  • The cottage rooms have private outdoor decks, bathroom whirlpools, gas fireplaces, and antique pine wall cupboards.
  • The inn's main building has a traditional feel with old-fashioned wallpaper designs, pine floors, and as many antiques as can be fitted in.
  • All inn rooms are air-conditioned and have private facilities and showers, with one room featuring a glassed-in loft in the rooftop gallery.
  • The inn's landscaped gardens and great dining room are major assets, although the meal we sampled did not live up to our expectations.
  • The inn offers package rates including room, full breakfast, and a la carte dinner, starting at $85 per person per night in the original inn to $135 in a cottage loft.
  • Seasonal packages, including gala meals and festivities, are offered over Christmas and New Year's.

Statistics:

  • The inn has been welcoming guests for 150 years.
  • The carriage house has 10 cottage rooms.
  • Each cottage room has a private outdoor deck, bathroom whirlpool, and gas fireplace.
  • The inn has 3 inn rooms that can accommodate families.
  • The inn's Widows Walk room has a glassed-in loft in the rooftop gallery.
  • The inn offers a spa with whirlpool and sauna, which can be booked for private sessions.
  • The inn's restaurant can be booked for small group meetings.
  • Package rates start at $85 per person per night in the original inn to $135 in a cottage loft.

Sources:

  • The Little Inn of Bayfield's official website, indicating that the inn is open all year.
  • A local history book published by the Bayfield Historical Society in 1985, which tells the story of the village's founding and the inn's history.
  • A article in the Toronto Star, which reviewed the inn and its amenities.