The Historic Bootlegger Barrel House At Whisky Run Golf Club In Port Colborne

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Port Colborne, ON

Nickel Beach14 min walk
Port Colborne Visitor Information Centre7 min drive
Lock 8 Gateway Park7 min drive
St. Catharines, ON (YCM-Niagara District)37 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Once the site of a rum running operation, the Bootlegger Barrel House is a historic farm house located at Whisky Run Golf Club. Relax & BBQ on the private deck of this 4 bedroom home while overlooking the 18th green.

A large kitchen and dining area on the main floor opens to the back deck and features modern cupboards and appliances. If you don't feel like cooking, the Bootlegger Bistro provides lunch and dinner, and is located in the fully licensed clubhouse, right across the road.

Each floor of the house has a sitting room with flat screen TV, a bathroom and 2 bedrooms with king beds. A pull out couch in each sitting area allows up to 12 people to sleep comfortably.

One km. south could have you swimming in Lake Erie, and one km. north gets you biking on Niagara's Friendship Trail. Or you can enjoy golfing on 27 scenic holes right in your back yard.

A five minute drive has you in downtown Port Colborne and Historic West Street: where you can wine and dine, while watching the ships sail through the Welland Canal. Safari Niagara is 15 minutes away, and Niagara Falls, plus many of Niagara's favorite wineries are within a half hour by car.

Property manager

Lou & Maribeth Nieuwland

Amenities

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Parties and events are allowed on site

About the area

Port Colborne

Located in Port Colborne, this farm stay is in a rural area and next to a golf course. Whisky Run Golf Club and The Friendship Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Erie and Mud Lake Conservation Area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Humberstone Speedway or Skydive Burnaby. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Port Colborne, ON

What's nearby

Nickel Beach - 14 min walk
Humberstone Speedway - 6 min drive
Port Colborne Visitor Information Centre - 7 min drive
Lock 8 Gateway Park - 7 min drive
Sugarloaf Harbour Marina - 9 min drive

Getting around

Buffalo-Exchange Street Station - 33 min drive
Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 9 min drive
Breakwall Brewing Co - 7 min drive
The Smokin Buddha - 7 min drive
Moe's Tap & Wings - 6 min drive
The Spot - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Historic Bootlegger Barrel House At Whisky Run Golf Club In Port Colborne pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Historic Bootlegger Barrel House At Whisky Run Golf Club In Port Colborne?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Historic Bootlegger Barrel House At Whisky Run Golf Club In Port Colborne?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Historic Bootlegger Barrel House At Whisky Run Golf Club In Port Colborne located?

Situated in Port Colborne, this golf farm stay is within a 10-minute walk of Whisky Run Golf Club and Lake Erie. Nickel Beach and Humberstone Speedway are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

John T.

27 Nov 2023

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

Erie fishing

Always enjoy going to Barrel House

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

15 Oct 2023

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

Great Stay!

We had a great stay at the bootlegger barrel house! Lou and Maribeth were wonderful to work with, and responded promptly to our communication and requests!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan F., Inverary, Canada

12 Sept 2023

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

Wonderful Stay!

We stayed at the Barrel House to attend our daughter's wedding at a venue close by. The house was perfect for all of our needs. Spacious, clean and very comfortable. The host was very accommodating of our needs. Lou even stopped by Sunday morning to see how the wedding went! I would highly recommend this property!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesus G.

7 Sept 2023

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

Excellent

Highly recommended

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

2 Sept 2023

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

Wedding Bliss

We stayed at The Barrel House for 2 nights because our daughter was marrying at Maple Meadows on Sept 1. The bride and her bridesmaids stayed with us and enjoyed having their own space on the 2nd floor. Our only complaint would be that we could not make the coffee maker work!!! We all tried and then gave up and went to Tim Hortons.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lou & Maribeth Nieuwland

Lou & Maribeth have always lived in the Niagara area and dated in high school 50 years ago. They've raised 4 children in the area. Three are very involved in the family business.....Whisky Run Golf Club.

Why they chose this property

The property (45 acres) was purchased in 1992 to add another 9 holes to the existing golf course, which opened in 1989. This new addition was named the Serpent Nine and opened for play in 1998. The farmhouse onsite was recently renovated and renamed the Barrelhouse

What makes this property unique

This home is located in a rural and very quiet area; has some great walking trails nearby, and is only 500 yards from a nice beach on Lake Erie. Downtown Port Colborne and the Welland Canal are only a few minutes away. The back yard; with a great view of the golf course, is the perfect place to unwind and relax.

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