Danby House

46 Main Street East, N0C 1H0 Markdale, Canada – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.4/10! <small>(score from <b>63</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.4
Scored 9.4
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
63 reviews

The Danby house is a perfectly maintained old Ontario Victorian home with a wonderful proprietor and great breakfast.

Rob Canada
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Danby House

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Danby House provides wellness packages and air-conditioned accommodations in Markdale, 27 miles from Pretty River Valley Provincial Park. 27 miles from Plunge! Aquatic Centre and 28 miles from Craigleith Provincial Park, the property offers ski storage space and a garden. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. At the bed and breakfast, the units have a desk. The rooms are equipped with a kettle, a flat-screen TV, and free Wifi, while certain rooms here will provide you with a balcony and some have garden views. At the bed and breakfast, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with local specialities, fresh pastries, and fruit are available daily at the bed and breakfast. Guests can make the most of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Guests at Danby House can enjoy skiing and cycling nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. The nearest airport is Lake Simcoe Regional Airport, 67 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Private Parking
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

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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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
1 queen bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Markdale
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  • Rob
    Canada Canada
    “The Danby house is a perfectly maintained old Ontario Victorian home with a wonderful proprietor and great breakfast.”
  • Matthias
    Canada Canada
    “Beautiful historic house very tastefully decorated. The host was great and the breakfast a treat. We travelled with two small children and felt very welcomed by the host.”
  • Barbara
    Canada Canada
    “Pleasant clean room. Lovely host and delicious breakfast.”

Host Info

Company review score: 9.7Based on 62 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

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 info

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.

Neighborhood info

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

Area info

Amenities of Danby House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Private Parking
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Ski
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Snorkeling
    Off-site
  • Horseback riding
    Off-site
  • Diving
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and charges may apply.
    Services
    • Private check-in/out
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Spa
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Danby House takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

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

    Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Discover JCB Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Debit card Danby House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-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 ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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

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

    Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to 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 minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

    It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

    FAQs about Danby House

    • Danby House is 1,500 feet from the center of Markdale. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Danby House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Skiing
      • Snorkeling
      • Diving
      • Canoeing
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Spa/Wellness packages
      • Horseback riding

    • The prices at Danby House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Guests staying at Danby House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

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

    • Check-in at Danby House is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Room options at Danby House include:

      • Double
      • Suite