Whether you’re travelling for business or leisure, sometimes you’re looking to stay overnight at a place with a bit more character and ambiance than a cookie-cutter hotel. It’s about more than just laying your head to rest. It’s about feeling at ease and being taken care of in a quaint and nostalgic environment —something local Bed and Breakfasts (B&Bs) do best!
And for the business person on the go, not much starts your day and sets you up for productivity better than a hearty homemade breakfast, which is included with your stay at Local Bed and Breakfasts and typically tastier than the on-the-road grub you may be forced to grab otherwise.
Gordon Orr, CEO of Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island, informs us that there are about 40 to 50 local Bed and Breakfasts throughout the region.
“Bed and Breakfasts provide a comfortable home-away-from-home experience at an affordable price point, and Bed and Breakfast operators act as great ambassadors for the region as they help tell our story,” says Orr. “They fulfill a need, especially in the county, where there is a lack of hotel product and their success at repeat visitation is key in helping grow our overnight visitor market.”
Whatever your reason for staying at local Bed and Breakfasts in the area, join Biz X now for a ride around Windsor and Essex County to discover a few B&Bs definitely worth checking in to really soon. . .
La Roos Maison Bed & Breakfast, Harrow
Though Bed and Breakfasts accommodations are typically known to have a more traditional old-fashioned style, La Roos Maison Bed & Breakfast is quite the opposite.
“All of our rooms are decorated with contemporary flare,” says Owner Madalyn Coulter-Roos.
Located at 309 Martin Lane, R.R. #3 in Harrow, right along Lake Erie’s North Shore, La Roos Maison (LaRoosMaison.com) boasts cathedral ceilings, an open concept layout and patios overlooking the waterfront and countryside. Coulter-Roos claims her establishment is one of the largest Bed and Breakfasts in the area at 7,000 square feet of living space and most people refer to it as a “hidden gem” when they first discover it.
“This area has something to offer everyone, whether you’re a cyclist, a birder or wine enthusiast,” explains Coulter-Roos adding their breakfast has been likened to one at a five star restaurant.
“Most of our guests who have had our most popular dish, eggs benedict, have said that it’s the best they have ever had,” states Coulter-Roos. “Our guests always leave the table full and satisfied.”
The Bed and Breakfast can accommodate up to 12 people in their five bedrooms, each with a private balcony. It’s an ideal, spacious location for those with bigger families or for large groups.
While a majority of their guests are from Ontario, Michigan, Ohio and Illinois, they’ve had people stay with them from as far away as the U.K. and from all over the U.S.
“We have many locals that stay with us,” notes Coulter-Roos. “It’s just a 30 minute drive from Windsor, so it is a relaxing getaway for city people looking for a quiet and relaxing destination without the long drive.”
Nearby attractions include restaurants, wineries, beaches, shops, local museums and historical sites. With Point Pelee, Pelee Island, Fort Malden, John R. Park Homestead and Holiday Beach all within a very quick walk or drive, there’s something for every guest who stays at La Roos Maison, advises Coulter-Roos.
“And staying at La Roos Maison Bed & Breakfast is a great opportunity to meet new people,” Coulter-Roos suggests. “Guests are able to mingle with one another and enjoy the tranquility of relaxing outdoors.”
Their rooms range in price from $129 to $199 a night, but the type of experience Coulter-Roos aspires to provide guests is priceless, she believes.
“Your pleasure is our goal,” says Coulter-Roos of her business’s motto. “We even offer a secluded area with an excellent view and stunning sunsets. It becomes your own private paradise with the sound of waves lapping on the shore.”
Feature photo: Welcome to La Roos Maison! In the Bed and Breakfast Great Room we find Owner Madalyn Coulter-Roos and her husband Bill. Photo courtesy of Ashley Roos.
