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Nestled in the heart of wine country

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior detail
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Dining
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Essex, ON
  • Place, Colchester Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Detroit Windsor Tunnel
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Place, Caesars Casino
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, Windsor, ON (YQG)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the area

Town of Essex

With a stay at this vacation home in Town of Essex (Essex), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Erie and Colchester Beach. .This vacation home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Erie Shore Vineyard and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Serenity Lavender Farm.
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What's nearby

  • Colchester Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Cooper's Hawk Vineyards - 15 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Point Pelee National Park - 44 min drive - 49.3 km
  • Detroit Windsor Tunnel - 46 min drive - 53.2 km
  • Caesars Casino - 46 min drive - 51.3 km

Getting around

  • Windsor, ON (YQG) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Beerded Dog Brewing Co. - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Godfather's Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cooper's Hawk Vineyards - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Georgie's Local Eatery - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Nestled in the heart of wine country

Discover the charm of Lake Erie's shores and the historic County Road 50, home to numerous wineries, restaurants, and beaches. The Barn Owl Inn, situated in the heart of this scenic route, offers a comforting retreat akin to a home away from home. Whether you're unwinding, soaking up the sun on the beach, birdwatching, or touring the various wineries, the Barn Owl Inn caters to every preference. You'll be enchanted by the freshly renovated space, designed to be airy and luminous, with ample windows that invite the natural light and the beauty of the outdoors inside.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a sauna and a fitness center.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and a water dispenser.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Composting
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Water dispenser

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Start the dishwasher

Take out the trash

Lock the doors

Thank you for staying with us! Check out time is 11:00am. Safe travels!

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Nestled in the heart of wine country Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was the perfect stay: a beautiful, cozy, clean, and well cared for guest home, fully stocked with everything a guest could want and need. We immediately felt right at home. I usually have trouble sleeping when I’m traveling, but I had amazing sleep here (hat tip to the incredibly comfortable bed and soft bedding!) The fireplace in the living room was an especially welcome feature at the end of a full late-October day of eating and tasting. The location is gorgeous and centrally located, too. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was amazing right from booking till we left. Dan made sure we had everything we needed and even let us know that blue jays were migrating overhead. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail B., Birmingham, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
The Barn Owl home exceeded expectations for our fun Girls Weekend (getaway for two 60 friends from Metro Detroit). Extremely well appointed- the hosts thought of everything guests could need- and then some! Adorable home was very clean and host communication was great. We rode the retro/cruiser bikes to the nearby marina for sunset. Explored several Essex wineries and the Uncommon Festival in Amherstburg. Highly recommend, and we look forward to returning.
Sunset bike ride
Vineyards
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property and very accommodating. We went for a weekend away and it came with everything you could ask for and more! Pictures don’t do it justice. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina B., Troy, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for our weekend stay - very cozy and relaxing. Dan met us upon arrival and covered all the details for the house. They truly made the Barn Owl Inn a favorite for anyone who wants to visit the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lexi P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property. Very clean space. Host was extremely nice and responsive. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

alyson c.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Barn Owl Inn

Immaculate, comfortable and cozy! Great location and the house had more than we needed. A bottle of wine and cinnamon buns were the icing on the cake!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect wine country cottage

The property exceeded all our expectations. Newly renovated cottage with every amenity you could possibly want. Even better than the pictures suggest. The house was beautiful and comfortable plus the perfect location to enjoy all the local wineries. Dan stopped by to make sure we were settled in and answered all our questions about the area.Will definitely stay again when we come back next summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Girl Getaway

Absolutely lovely, cozy home with so many extra touches making for a wonderful 2 night stay. My friend and I will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dan was an excellent host - responsive to inquiries and stopped by to check us in and make sure everything was good. Very recently renovated (good craftsmanship) property. New "everything" throughout. Especially loved the sticky buns awaiting us on the kitchen counter! LOTS of vineyards/wineries nearby. Our stay was short but enjoyable (three wineries was our limit! Will definitely stay here again if we come to the Essex Wine Country!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

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