Somerset - A Private Retreat

Five stars don't do Somerset Bed & Breakfast justice. The place deserves more. Each suite is spacious and handsomely appointed. The service by Darren is friendly, professional and welcoming. His breakfasts are incredible; they were so ample and delicious that we skipped lunch each day. The B&B's private location along the lapping waves of Lake Ontario is like something out of a dream. This was our second visit and it won't be our last!

This is by far the highest quality B&B we’ve had the pleasure of visiting. Loved having morning coffee on the large deck while overlooking the lake. Darren is an extremely pleasant, informed and thoughtful host. His home-cooked breakfast is large, delicious and different every day. It’s conveniently located within an easy walk of NOTL shops and restaurants, but the home and vista is so calming and well appointed that you don’t want to leave. (It’s also an easy scenic drive to Niagara Falls. ) All three suites are huge and beautiful. It’s the perfect place to stay with two other couples and you can have the whole wonderful place to yourselves.

My partner's birthday getaway could not have been better located than at Somerset! I'm a casual photographer, and this place is a gem for picturesque shots, so I had LOTS of fun doing what I do too. Here's our breakdown The room: Our suite was in the West Wing (yes, I watched the series too), with 4 spaces including: the massive bedroom, living area with bar and foyer, the balcony and very spacious bathroom. Everything was sparkling clean, luxurious, comfortable and extremely well appointed. There was original artwork, an additional Juliette balcony, his/her closets and the list goes on and on! Very comfortable linens, high-end amenities and stunning views of gardens and the lake to boot. Our host: Darren is a thoughtful and genuine human being. He went the extra mile to arrange for special treats of chocolate truffles, fruit, wine and beer in our room upon arrival. The tour that we were offered of the property was full of history, ideas while we are here, amenities that were not obvious and the warmth and friendliness that we might feel when we are welcomed at home. Darren was also helpful with our luggage, freshening our room, retrieving items that I had left outside lol and just sharing his life and experiences with the gorgeous area that is NOTL. He is a welcome fixture for us at Somerset. The common area: I'm not sure how they made such massive spaces so cozy and homy, but here we are. The entryway is massive and has a curved stairway leading to the suites. The living area is located with views and passage onto the lake. There are cards, an open bar and seating you may never want to get up from. The dining area was equipped with fruit to snack upon and a massive table with again, views and passage onto the lake. The property: This is the only b&b that backs onto the lake. The back deck is brimming with flowers and has 2 patio table set ups, one in which we had breakfast upon, but it's the view that is the star. There is a massive grassy hill leading to Adirondack chairs to watch the ships go by, or the setting sun light up the fort across the way. The beach has rocks to skip back into the lake and borders a public park. If able, you can skirt over the rocks and enjoy that too.

Beautiful location, very charming room. Stayed on East Wing, the view of the lake is stunning and the bedroom is huge and decorated with a lot of taste. The host Darren is very attentive to the guests’ well-being. Last but not least, the place is very quiet while being walking distance for all there is to see in NOTL.

The accommodations were wonderful. a gorgeous home on the shore of the lake. Short walk to shopping, restaurants and the theatre. Private deck overlooking the lake and lake access if you want to swim. The host was wonderful and very helpful. Gourmet breakfast every morning.

We've stayed at a bunch of B7B's over the years. This house is beautiful and the rooms are gorgeous and huge! A few 'weird' things though. Normally the hostess is helpful with local info but we had to search her out a few times to get info. Like pulling teeth. She seemed caught off guard when we asked for restaurant recommendations. We were asked to take our shoes off in the front foyer and walk to our rooms in our socks or slippers they provided? Weird. Wife did not like that and neither did I. The room is huge and amazing but why would a B&B have twin beds instead of a king? No bathtub which is usually a B&B staple. The location of the house is great. We actually bought a piece of art in the house which we were told was $100 but when I looked at my bill I was charged $150. I didn't go back and complain as I don't need the argument but ***. Breakfast on Both days was a disappointment. Normally at B&B's I cannot wait for the breakfast but man was that disappointing. Expected more for $1,200 for two nights thats for sure.