Bristows Inn

The breakfast had lots of variety we enjoyed it very much

The outside could use some TLC paint , grass cut maybe the weather was not permitting this before our arrival

Breakfast selection was very good, in-room coffee very good also. Parking was convenient. Room furnishings attractive and nicely set out for our arrival. Back garden was pretty.

Bed and pillows were not exceptionally comfortable. One or lamp bulbs in the bathroom were burnt out. Location on the main road meant that traffic noise made it somewhat difficult to get to sleep.

It was a continental breakfast. You had to make your own from the choices available in the kitchen. We enjoyed sitting out on the little balcony off the room.

We never saw anybody during the entire stay. I thought I might have seen the host at one point, but the check-in and checkout were very smooth. The tap in the bathroom sink is VERY stiff and hard to operate. Also, it was fairly dark in there since one of two lights bulbs was about to blow out and was flickering. Otherwise, we had a great stay.

We liked the character house and the Bristow Family story. That's why chose it. We did not like the fact that the owner manages remotely. We never saw a staff member over 3 nights there. We couldn't find instructions to watch TV as we hoped to catch a Blue Jays game. I phoned Jodie, the owner's cell phone, and she said they don't have cable because it is a historic building. She politely said we could watch a streaming channel movie or go to the pub up the street and possibly watch the game. This should have been disclosed to us in advance. Breakfast was very basic. A dozen store bought muffins, &/or cinnamon buns, mini-Yoplait, orange juice, Kreiger coffee maker & condiments, and the usual boxed cereals. Adequate, but boring. Plus, you don't really know who has been handling everything before you. There should be an attendant there at mealtime & at arrival time. I'm sorry to say this but it sends a message that the owner is getting tired.

Our room was adequate, but the bathroom door hinges squealed terribly. My wife & I kept waking each other up during nightly visits to the lavatory. (neglect?) (I'm sure the neighbours next door could hear it.) Upon entry to the house there was a beautiful antique desk on the right-hand side. A lovely bowl (vase) displayed a small cut flower bouquet that was dried out and hanging out of the bowl. It was unchanged when we left 3 days later so I took a photo. A minor thing but shows neglect. There was one incident where a male voice yelled out "who has parked in the driveway". It startled us, and I came downstairs from our room to see what was happening. Two ladies had blocked the driveway to unload their car. The unknown male was not around when I got there. (just as well)! We stayed in 4 B&B's over our road trip vacation with similar price ranges. Owner prepared breakfasts at two, & a 3rd without breakfast, but we were advised in advance. Bristow was the only owner we didn't meet.