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About this property

Historic Charm: Danby House in Markdale offers a unique stay within a historic building. Guests enjoy a sun terrace, lush garden, and free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: The bed and breakfast features family rooms, private check-in and check-out services, and wellness packages. Additional amenities include air-conditioning, bathrobes, and streaming services. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, buffet, vegan, gluten-free, and kosher. Local specialities, fresh pastries, cheese, fruits, and juice enhance the morning experience. Activities and Surroundings: Guests can enjoy skiing, cycling, and outdoor activities. Nearby attractions include Pretty River Valley Provincial Park (43 km), Plunge Aquatic Centre (44 km), and Craigleith Provincial Park (45 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegan, Gluten-free, Kosher, Buffet, Breakfast to go

  • Private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • John
    Canada Canada
    The Danby House is a wonderful place and the owners are great too!
  • Yen
    Singapore Singapore
    The host is lovely. She makes sure that she can accommodate all our needs. Thumbs up to cleanliness and breakfast.
  • Victoria
    Argentina Argentina
    The bathroom was super clean, tidy and confortable
  • Judith
    Canada Canada
    Host was very pleasant, responsive,and accomodations were quiet. She offered an unexpected upgrade which was lovely.
  • Shannon
    Canada Canada
    The room was clean and comfortable. The host was was amiable and provided a wonderful, hot breakfast. I would highly recommend this for your stay in the area.
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful old house with charming character and excellent host. Delicious breakfast served.
  • Anabella
    Canada Canada
    The breakfast was incredible! All fresh and homemade. The host was super lovely and ensured our stay was comfortable and enjoyable. We had a great time!
  • Jane
    Canada Canada
    Nice location. Lovely home. Friendly and helpful host. Superb breakfast.
  • Larissa
    Canada Canada
    The rooms are very comfortable and clean. The house is beautiful and spotless. The breakfast is excellent. It was a wonderful experience! I would come again!
  • Paul
    Canada Canada
    The breakfast was excellent. Plenty to eat & very tasty. Our hostess made sure we had everything we could need, while engaging us with pleasant conversation. Lovely home.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.8Based on 65 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Barb grew up in downtown Toronto, graduated from Ryerson in Fashion Design and Merchandising and raised her family in Waterloo. After 30 years in the event planning industry it was time for a change. In 2012 she purchased a beautiful century home in Markdale that was in need of some tender loving care. In January of 2013 she proudly hung her "VACANT" sign on the side of the house and turned a historic treasure into a bustling guest house. As Barb spent her childhood skiing in the area she is very familiar with Markdale and the surrounding area. Barb's years in the event planning industry are a perfect fit for tour director and she is full of ideas to fill your day. Barb's passions are travelling, skiing, genealogy research, antiquing, garage sales, and decorating.

Property information

Danby House is located in the village of Markdale. We are centrally located for many major attractions in Grey and Bruce Counties. Markdale is exactly half way between Toronto and Tobermory. Often guests will make Danby House the home base for travel throughout the area. Enjoy great skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, hiking, biking, golfing and more in the Beaver Valley area. There are many, fine dining opportunities as well as wineries, cideries and craft breweries to tour and sample. Several major art tours happen over the summer and fall months. So many great attractions are nearby. Scandinave Spa, the village at Blue Mountain and the Georgian Bay Shoreline is 45 mins to the east. Sauble Beach is 55 mins to the northwest. Owen Sound is 30 mins north of Danby House and Tobermory is 1 hr 45 mins north of here.

Neighbourhood information

Markdale is a small town centrally located on Highway 10. Just one set of traffic lights in our town. Guests often comment how quiet and peaceful the town of Markdale is. We often joke with guests that we are in the middle of nowhere but central to everything! You can meander the back-roads of the area on your way to all the major attractions. Ditch your GPS "fastest route" and you will find views and vistas that are spectacular. Check out the vineyards, cideries, breweries, general stores, eateries, antique shops and galleries along the way.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Danby House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

2 - 6 years
Cot upon request
CAD 30 per child, per night

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroDiscoverUnionPay credit cardBankcard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Providing proof of double vaccination against COVID-19 is mandatory to check in to this property.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.