How many people does the house sleep?
Seven. There are two queens upstairs, each in its own room, and a double and a single that share the basement bedroom.
Answers
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Beds and rooms
Does everyone get their own bed?
Up to four people can each have a bed to themselves, one per queen, the double, and the single. Seven fit when some guests share the queens or the double.
Where is the third bedroom?
It’s in the basement. The double and the single share that room, and there’s a washroom down there too.
Can we bring a cot or an air mattress?
Seven is the most the house sleeps. You’re welcome to bring an air mattress, but there isn’t much spare floor space for one.
Is there a pull out couch?
Not right now. The old one broke, so we took it off the listing, and we’re looking for a replacement sleeper sofa.
Is there a bedroom on the main floor?
No. Two bedrooms are upstairs and one is in the basement, so every bed is up or down a flight of stairs.
Which bedroom has the ensuite?
One of the upstairs queen rooms has its own ensuite. The other upstairs queen room sits beside the hallway bathroom.
How many bathrooms are there?
Three. Two are upstairs, one of them an ensuite, and the third is in the basement.
Is there a bathtub?
Yes, the upstairs hallway bathroom has a claw foot tub. Guests love a long soak in it.
Do you supply sheets and towels?
Yes. The beds are made up with guest linens when you arrive, and there are fresh towels in the bathrooms.
Which room works best for kids?
Families often give the basement room to the kids, since it has a double and a single together. Guests have told us their kids loved it.
Can I see photos of every bedroom?
The Airbnb listing has photos of the rooms. If you’d like to see one that isn’t shown, message us there before you book.
The house
How old is the house?
It’s a character home that came through the Great Fire of 1922, which burned most of Haileybury in an afternoon. The original wood trim is still there.
Can you see the lake from the house?
Yes. Lake Temiskaming shows from the front room and the patio, and the sun comes up over the water.
Is the house right on the lake?
No. The house sits up the hill behind a row of houses, so you look out over their roofs to the lake, but there’s no direct lake access. Haileybury Beach is a 9 minute walk and the marina about 15, both on steep streets with real hills.
Can you see the Northern Lights?
Sometimes. Guests have watched them from the balcony, so it’s worth a look outside on a clear night.
Do we have the whole house to ourselves?
Yes. The whole house is yours, including the hot tub, both patios, the BBQ, and the laundry.
Is there a fireplace?
Yes, a gas fireplace in the living room. It has its own remote, separate from the TV remote.
What’s on the TV?
It’s a Hisense smart TV with Netflix and YouTube already signed in. You’re welcome to sign in to your own apps, just sign out before you leave.
Will the hot water run out?
No. An on demand boiler heats the water as you use it, so the showers stay hot even with a full house.
Is there anywhere to work out?
Yes. The basement has a pull up bar, resistance bands, and a set of adjustable dumbbells. The bar is good for a simple hang to stretch out your back after a long drive or a long shift.
Is there wifi?
Yes, the whole house has wifi. The network details come with your check in instructions.
Is there an ethernet port for a laptop?
No, the internet is wifi only. There’s no ethernet connection.
What if the wifi drops?
Unplug the router on top of the chest in the living room for 30 seconds, then plug it back in. It takes about two minutes to come back. If it doesn’t, message us.
Can we play our own music?
Yes. There’s a large UE BOOM Bluetooth speaker and an iPad for music.
Does the record player work?
It’s there for looks only, and there are no records. For music, use the UE BOOM speaker or the iPad.
Can we play the instruments on the wall?
Yes, you’re welcome to play them. Just handle them with care.
Is there laundry?
Yes, a washer and dryer inside the house.
Is there anything to do on a quiet night in?
There are board games, books, and a reading nook by the window, plus the fireplace and the hot tub.
Are there security cameras?
Two cameras watch the outside only. One is above the front entrance and one covers the front porch. There are no cameras inside the house.
Kitchen and dining
What’s in the kitchen?
It’s fully equipped, with a dishwasher, coffee maker, kettle, toaster, blender, microwave, cooking basics, and wine glasses.
Can we cook a big family dinner?
Yes. There’s a full kitchen with dishes for a big dinner and a dining room for the whole group. One family made their whole Christmas dinner here.
How many people can sit at the dining table?
There’s a dining room for the whole group of seven. If you need a seat count for something bigger, message us before you book.
Is there coffee and tea?
Yes, coffee and tea are there to start you off. Plan to pick up groceries for the rest of your stay.
Can we drink the tap water?
Yes. The kitchen sink has a second black tap for reverse osmosis filtered water, and there’s a Brita pitcher too.
Can we use the BBQ?
Yes, there’s a BBQ on the patio with outdoor furniture to eat at.
Where’s the dining room light switch?
It’s above the stove. Everyone asks.
Hot tub
Does the hot tub work in winter?
Yes. The private hot tub is open every day of the year, and soaking in it while the snow falls is a guest favourite.
Is the hot tub shared?
No, it’s private and just for your group.
Will the hot tub be ready when we arrive?
Yes, it’s ready when you get there. Please put the cover back on when you finish.
Can you see the lake from the hot tub?
Yes. One guest wrote that the view of the lake from the hot tub was absolutely amazing.
Will the kids like the hot tub?
Guests tell us it’s the kids’ favourite part of the house. Keep an eye on little ones while they’re in.
Can we use the hot tub late at night?
Yes, there are no set quiet hours. The neighbours are close, though, so please keep it friendly late at night.
Parking
How much parking is there?
The driveway is 40 feet long and two cars wide. It fits four cars, or two trucks with trailers.
Will our trucks and trailers fit?
Two trucks with trailers fit in the driveway. If you’re bringing more than that, message us before you book.
Can we park on the street in winter?
No. From November 1 to March 31 the City bans parking on every street and every City lot from midnight to 7 AM, so the plows can work. In winter it’s the driveway only.
When do cars need to be off the street in winter?
The ban runs midnight to 7 AM, but the City asks that vehicles be off the street by 11 PM because the plow crews start then.
Can we leave trucks or trailers at the marina overnight?
Not in winter. The Haileybury Marina lot is run by the City, and the overnight ban covers every City lot from midnight to 7 AM, November 1 to March 31.
We’re bringing more vehicles than the driveway holds. What now?
Message us on Airbnb before you book so we can talk it through. In winter there’s no overnight street parking at all.
Can we bring a big work truck?
Message us with the size before you book. On City streets, trucks with three or more axles or over 5000 kg are limited to two hours at any time of year.
Is it far from the driveway to the door?
No, but there are steps up from the driveway to the house.
Check in and checkout
What time is check in?
Any time after 3 PM. It’s self check in, so arriving late is no problem.
How do we get in?
Use the keypad on the front door with your own personal code, which comes by Airbnb message. It works on both doors from check in until checkout.
When do we get the door code?
Your personal code comes by Airbnb message before you arrive. It only works from check in time until checkout.
Is there a key to pick up?
No key needed. Your door code is your key, and the doors lock themselves when they close.
Can we check in early?
Ask us on Airbnb and we’ll do what the cleaning schedule allows. We can’t promise it ahead of time.
Can we drop our bags off early?
Ask us on Airbnb and we’ll do what the cleaning schedule allows. It depends on the day.
We won’t get there until late at night. Is that okay?
Yes. Check in is self serve, so you can arrive any time after 3 PM with your code.
What time is checkout?
By 10 AM. When nobody arrives that day, checkout can usually be 11 AM. Just ask.
Can we check out late?
When nobody checks in that day, we can usually offer 11 AM. When someone does, it stays at 10 AM, because the clean takes the full five hours.
What do we need to do before we leave?
Put the cover back on the hot tub, leave used dishes in the sink, sort trash and recycling into the indoor bins, gather the towels in the bathrooms, and shut the doors. No need to strip the beds.
What if the door code doesn’t work?
Message us in the Airbnb app right away and we’ll sort it out.
What’s the address?
655 Brewster St., Haileybury, ON P0J 1K0.
How fast do you reply?
Usually within minutes, and almost always within the hour. Message us in the Airbnb app any time.
Booking and payment
How do we book?
Every booking happens on Airbnb. Pick your dates on the listing and send a request.
Can we book with you directly?
No. Every stay is booked and paid through Airbnb, so every stay is covered by AirCover. We don’t offer a discount for booking anywhere else.
Is Instant Book on?
No. You send a booking request on Airbnb and we reply fast, usually within minutes.
How much is a night?
Prices change with the dates, so the Airbnb listing shows the exact total for your stay, fees included.
What’s the cancellation policy?
The house uses Airbnb’s Firm cancellation policy. The exact refund dates for your booking show on the listing before you confirm.
Do you have weekly or monthly rates?
Yes. Weekly and monthly discounts apply on their own when you book that many nights on Airbnb.
Do we get a receipt?
Yes, Airbnb emails a receipt for every booking.
Can we call or email you before we book?
Please send any question through Airbnb messages. It’s the fastest way to reach us, and it keeps everything about your stay in one place.
Can we add nights once we’re there?
Ask us in Airbnb messages. If the nights are open, we’ll change the booking through Airbnb.
Do we need to count every person in the booking?
Yes, please book for everyone who’ll stay over, up to seven. It keeps the beds, the house rules, and your AirCover right.
What do other guests say?
The house is a Guest favourite with a Superhost, and it has more than 150 reviews on Airbnb. The lake view, the hot tub, and the stocked kitchen come up most.
Who runs the house?
The Guest House is a family home, and the family runs it. We answer Airbnb messages fast.
Work stays
Do you take work crews?
Yes, all year. Trades crews, installers, engineers, hospital staff, and business travellers stay here often, and several come back again and again.
Are there rates for a crew staying a week or more?
Weekly and monthly discounts apply on their own on Airbnb. Message us about longer crew stays.
Can we stay a month or longer?
Yes, long stays are welcome, and the monthly discount applies on its own. Message us on Airbnb with your dates.
Our job keeps getting extended. Can we go week to week?
Message us on Airbnb as soon as you know. If the dates are open, we’ll extend the booking through Airbnb.
My company needs a receipt. What do we get?
Airbnb emails a receipt for every booking. If your company needs more than that, message us before you book.
Can the company pay for the stay?
Payment goes through Airbnb, so whoever books the stay pays there. Every booking and payment stays on Airbnb.
Is there somewhere to work?
Yes, there’s a desk with wifi. Guests run online meetings from the house too.
Can the crew do laundry?
Yes, there’s a washer and dryer inside the house.
Can we check out after the workday?
Checkout is by 10 AM, or 11 AM when nobody arrives that day. The next clean takes five hours, so later isn’t possible on a turnover day.
How far is Northern College?
The Haileybury campus is a 6 minute walk.
How far is Temiskaming Hospital?
It’s an 11 minute drive, at 421 Shepherdson Rd in New Liskeard.
Families and kids
Do you have a crib and a high chair?
Yes, there’s a travel crib and a high chair, plus books and toys for little guests.
Is there a baby monitor?
Yes, it’s in the kitchen hallway closet.
Is the house okay for toddlers?
It’s an older house with stairs between every floor and steps up from the driveway, so plan to keep a close eye on little ones.
Is there somewhere for the kids to swim?
Haileybury Beach is a 9 minute walk down steep streets. It’s sandy and enclosed, with a waterslide, change rooms, and lifeguards from noon to 6 PM in July and August.
Is there a splash pad?
Yes, right beside Haileybury Beach. It runs from June to mid September, and you push the button on the red pedestal to start it.
Is there a walk the kids will enjoy?
Rockwalk Park is a favourite. Kids can follow a brick loop just under 1 km past close to 200 big rocks and minerals from across the north, each with a sign. It’s free and 8 minutes from the house on foot.
Can kids visit the cat cafe?
Yes, from age 6, with at most two kids per adult. The cat room at Little Paws costs $13 a person and books up, so reserve ahead.
Can we spend Christmas there?
Yes, families have spent Christmas here. The kitchen and dining room handle a full Christmas dinner.
We’re bringing grandparents. Will they manage?
There’s no main floor bedroom, there are steps up from the driveway and stairs between every floor, and the streets outside are steep. If stairs are hard for someone, this house may not suit them.
What can families do on a rainy day?
Board games and books at the house, the cat cafe downtown, the Heritage Museum 14 minutes on foot, or Tri Town Bowling Lanes.
Pets
Can we bring our dog?
Yes. Up to three pets are welcome, with a $60 pet fee.
How do we add our pets?
Include them in your Airbnb booking so the $60 pet fee is part of your total.
Anything to know with pets in the house?
It’s a family home with original wood throughout, so please treat it with care. Tell us right away if anything gets damaged so we can fix it before the next guests.
Snowmobiling
Who runs the snowmobile trails around here?
The local club is the Tri Town Sno Travellers, which grooms close to 600 km of trail from the Temagami area to Elk Lake and Englehart. The Chamber lists the club at 705 647 4010.
Which OFSC district is this?
District 14, run by the Timiskaming Abitibi Trail Association, 1 888 828 2766.
How far is the nearest trail from the house?
We can’t give you a confirmed distance yet. Check the OFSC Interactive Trail Guide, the only official source for trail status, and ask the club about the closest access and where to stage.
Can we ride our sleds from the house?
We can’t confirm a legal route from the door, so please check with the club first. The City bans riding on City property except on an established trail, and on stretches of Ferguson Ave, Main St, and Lakeshore Rd S.
Which streets in town are off limits to sleds?
The City’s snowmobile rules ban riding on Ferguson Ave from Blackwall to Browning, Main St from Farr Dr to Browning, and Lakeshore Rd S from Browning to Radley Hill. Crossing at right angles is allowed. The fine is $85.
Which trails run near Haileybury?
TOP Trail A runs through New Liskeard, and club trail L184 heads toward Haileybury. Check the OFSC guide for what’s open.
Do we need a trail permit?
Yes, an Ontario Snowmobile Trail Permit is required on OFSC trails. You can buy a Full Season, Classic, or Multi Day permit online.
Can we ride on the lake?
We don’t recommend it. Ontario says travelling on ice is risky and should be avoided, and the local OPP advise staying on land based OFSC trails. No marked ice trail was found near Haileybury.
Is there a staging lot nearby?
We haven’t found an official one in Haileybury or New Liskeard. The club is the best source, and City lots are off limits overnight in winter.
We have two trucks with sled trailers. Will they fit?
Yes, the driveway fits two trucks with trailers. A third won’t fit, and winter street parking overnight is banned, so message us before you book if you’re bringing more.
Our group is nine riders. Can we all stay?
The house sleeps seven at most, so a group of nine won’t fit.
What if there’s no snow?
Refunds follow the Firm cancellation policy shown on the listing, so check those dates before you book.
Can we rent a sled or get one fixed?
A regional travel guide lists Temiskaming Power Sports for rentals and repairs, Work N Play in Haileybury for rentals, and Tri Town Motorsports for repairs. Call ahead to check.
Is the hot tub ready after a day on the trails?
Yes, it’s open all year. Guests have written about soaking in it after a day of snowmobiling.
Winter
Do drive times change in winter?
Add a few minutes. The times we give assume clear roads.
Is the house warm in winter?
Guests have written that a big storm raged outside while inside stayed warm and cozy. The gas fireplace helps.
Is there cross country skiing nearby?
The Temiskaming Nordic Ski Club is 22 minutes away, with 20 km of groomed classic and skate trails, a snowshoe trail, and a heated chalet.
Is there downhill skiing or tubing?
Tri Town Ski Village on Highway 567 in North Cobalt, 20 minutes away, has downhill and tubing on weekends and holidays.
Where can we go skating?
Public skating at the Haileybury Arena is free. There are outdoor rinks in Dymond and at Shaver Park in North Cobalt, lit 4 PM to 10 PM from early January to mid March.
Can we borrow snowshoes?
Yes, the Waterfront Pool and Fitness Centre and the library branches lend them.
Is anything on in late November?
Village Noël runs November 19 to 21, 2026.
Can we hike Devil’s Rock in winter?
We wouldn’t. Ice makes the unfenced cliff top dangerous, so it’s best from spring to fall.
Anything indoors in winter?
The Haileybury Curling Club and Tri Town Bowling Lanes are both on the area’s list of winter attractions.
What are the rules for ice fishing huts?
Huts must be registered online and show their number in figures at least 6.3 cm tall. On Lake Temiskaming they have to be off the ice by April 1. Small fabric tents of 7 square metres or less don’t need registering.
Where can we curl?
The Haileybury Curling Club, 434 Leslie MacFarlane Way, is a 14 minute walk and runs learn to curl sessions with equipment supplied, 705 672 3515. The Horne Granite Curling Club in New Liskeard is 11 minutes by car.
How much is a day at Tri Town Ski Village?
Day passes are $45 for adults, $35 for youth 12 to 18, $30 for kids under 12, and $10 under 4, with cheaper half days. It’s open weekends 10 AM to 4 PM and some holidays. The site doesn’t say which season those prices are for.
What does the Nordic ski club charge?
Day fees posted with a 2022 to 2023 note were $18 for adults, $10 for kids 6 to 18, free under 6, and $40 for a family, HST included, so check for this season. The chalet is open daily 10 AM to 5 PM.
Where can we go snowshoeing?
The Temiskaming Nordic Ski Club has marked snowshoe trails off the ski tracks, from a 1 km beginner trail to a 2.75 km upper trail, for $5. Tri Town Ski Village has snowshoeing for $5 and moonlight snowshoe nights for $10.
Weddings and events
Do wedding guests stay here?
Yes, wedding guests stay with us from late summer into the fall. The house sleeps seven, so a family or the wedding party can stay together.
Can we hold the wedding or a party at the house?
The house isn’t set up for a reception or a party, so plan those somewhere else. Getting ready here on the day is no problem, and your photographer is welcome.
Can our photographer shoot at the house?
Of course. Your photographer is welcome to take getting ready photos and portraits at the house.
Which venues are close by?
Guests have stayed with us for weddings at the Haileybury Curling Club. Haileybury Golf Club, on the lake, is an 11 minute walk.
How far is the golf club?
Haileybury Golf Club is an 11 minute walk. It’s a nine hole public course on the lake that opened in 1921.
How do we get home after the reception?
Call a local taxi. DK’s Temiskaming Shore Taxi is 705 647 7111, and North Taxi Services is 705 650 0786.
Can we use the hot tub after the reception?
Of course. It’s open all year, with no set quiet hours. Just keep it friendly for the neighbours.
We’re in town for a show. How far is the Classic Theatre?
The Classic Theatre in Cobalt is a 13 minute drive.
Tournaments
How far is the Haileybury Arena?
The Shelley Herbert Shea Memorial Arena, 400 Ferguson Ave, is a 14 minute walk or a couple of minutes by car.
How far is the New Liskeard Arena?
The Don Shepherdson Memorial Arena, 75 Wellington St S, is a 10 minute drive. There’s a Tim Hortons a block away on May St S.
Do curlers stay here?
Yes, curlers stay with us for fall tournaments, including U18 events and a provincial championship.
We’re here for a Nordic ski race. How far is the club?
The Temiskaming Nordic Ski Club in Coleman is 22 minutes by car.
Can teammates come over after the game?
A few teammates dropping by is fine. The house sleeps seven overnight and isn’t set up for parties, so message us if you’re planning something bigger.
We’re a big hockey family. Will we fit?
The house sleeps seven, with a full kitchen and three bathrooms. For a big family, that’s easier than splitting up across hotel rooms.
Is the hot tub good after a game?
It’s open every day of the year, and it’s a good way to warm up after the game.
Do golf groups stay here?
Yes. Groups of four to six golfers stay with us for tournaments. The house sleeps seven, and the driveway fits four cars.
Are there figure skating clubs here?
Two. The Haileybury Figure Skating Club has its office at the Shelley Herbert Shea Arena, a 14 minute walk. The Temiskaming Shores Figure Skating Club is at the Don Shepherdson Arena in New Liskeard, and you can email [email protected].
Getting around
Do we need a car?
Not for downtown, the beach, or the Haileybury Arena, which are all a walk away, though the streets are steep. Groceries, New Liskeard, and Cobalt are a short drive.
How far is downtown Haileybury?
A 10 minute walk, on steep streets with real uphill and downhill along the way.
Is it hilly around the house?
Yes, very. Haileybury climbs the hill above the lake, so the streets around the house are steep. Walks to downtown, the beach, and the marina mean real uphill and downhill, so allow extra time if hills are hard for you.
Is there a taxi?
Yes. Try DK’s Temiskaming Shore Taxi at 705 647 7111, or North Taxi Services at 705 650 0786.
How far is New Liskeard?
Downtown New Liskeard is a 10 minute drive, and its waterfront boardwalk is 11.
Can we walk or bike to New Liskeard?
Yes, on the paved STATO Trail along the lake. From Haileybury Beach to the New Liskeard boardwalk it’s about 8 km, close to two hours on foot.
Where exactly is Haileybury?
On Lake Temiskaming in Northern Ontario, part of the City of Temiskaming Shores along with New Liskeard and Dymond.
Is Quebec close?
Fort Temiscamingue in Quebec is about an hour and 15 minutes by car, and the Temagami fire tower is about an hour. From Devil’s Rock you can see across the lake to Quebec.
Things to do
What’s Devil’s Rock?
A cliff lookout about 300 feet above Lake Temiskaming, 13 minutes south by car. Park at the small lot on Highway 567 for an easy 2 km walk, or climb 3 km from Bucke Park in North Cobalt.
Is Devil’s Rock safe with kids?
The cliff edge has no fence and the footing is rocky, so wear good shoes and keep children close.
Is there an easy trail nearby?
Pete’s Dam Park in New Liskeard, 17 minutes away, has the A trail, an easy 2.4 km walk along the river with a picnic shelter. The B and C trails are closed for now.
What’s the Cobalt Heritage Silver Trail?
A 6 km loop through the old silver boom town, with signed headframes, mine sites, and lookouts. Drive it, bike it, or walk parts of it, and stay behind the fences.
Can we tour a mine?
The Cobalt Mining Museum at 24 Silver St runs underground tours in summer. Call 705 679 8301.
What’s Rockwalk Park?
A guest favourite. Close to 200 large rock and mineral specimens from across the north line a brick path at Northern College, each with its own sign. It’s free, 8 minutes on foot, and the loop is just under 1 km.
Is there a museum in Haileybury?
The Haileybury Heritage Museum, 575 Main St, is a 14 minute walk and has a display on Hardy Boys author Leslie McFarlane. The Art Gallery at City Hall is about 17 minutes on foot.
Is there a Hardy Boys connection here?
Yes. Leslie McFarlane, who wrote the first Hardy Boys books as Franklin W. Dixon, grew up in Haileybury and later raised his family here. One of his homes is a street or two from the house, and Devil’s Rock is said to have inspired scenes in the books.
Where can we see the Hardy Boys history?
The Haileybury Heritage Museum, 575 Main St, has a McFarlane display with his typewriter, and it starts a self guided Ghosts of the Hardy Boys tour past his homes and his high school. A granite lectern on the waterfront honours him too. Call 705 672 1922.
Where can we learn about the 1922 fire?
The Great Fire monument stands in Harbourfront Park, about a 12 minute walk. The house itself came through the fire.
Is there a view we can walk to?
Hughes Lookout on Lakeshore Rd S looks out over the lake, about 11 minutes on foot.
What’s Little Paws Cat Cafe?
A downtown cafe with coffee and baked goods up front and adoptable cats in the back room. It’s open Thursday to Sunday, and the cat room fills up, so book ahead.
Any other museums nearby?
The Little Claybelt Homesteaders Museum is 14 minutes away by car, and the Cobalt Mining Museum is about 12.
Is there live theatre?
The Classic Theatre in Cobalt puts on shows, 13 minutes away by car.
Do we need a fishing licence?
Most people need an Outdoors Card plus an Ontario sport or conservation fishing licence. A one day sport licence doesn’t need the Outdoors Card, and Canadian residents under 18 or 65 and over can use government ID instead.
Where can we launch a boat to fish?
There’s a free boat launch by the Haileybury Marina, a 3 minute drive, and another beside the New Liskeard Marina at the mouth of the Wabi River, 11 minutes away. The lake is Fisheries Management Zone 12, so check that zone’s seasons first.
Is there a tackle shop nearby?
John’s Tackle Box at 1 Whitewood Ave W in New Liskeard, about a 10 minute drive, sells bait and tackle. Its hours aren’t published, so call ahead at 705 647 0010. Canadian Tire in New Liskeard carries general tackle too.
Can we fish the Quebec side of the lake?
Ontario treats the lake as a boundary water, so an Ontario or Quebec resident licence works, but you follow the rules of the province whose water you’re on. It isn’t confirmed that conservation or non Canadian licences are honoured on the Quebec side, so check with Quebec first.
Is there somewhere to get a massage?
Christina Geddes Wellness at 307 Main St in downtown Haileybury, about a 12 minute walk, offers therapeutic massage and bodywork. Appointments are required, so call 705 465 1903 or book through her site.
When is the art gallery open?
The Temiskaming Art Gallery, inside City Hall at 325 Farr Drive, is open Tuesday to Friday 10 AM to 4 PM and Saturday 10 AM to 2 PM, and closed Sunday. It’s free, a 17 minute walk. Call 705 672 3706 before a Monday visit.
Is there a good walking loop from the house?
Two. The town and lakefront loop passes Rockwalk Park, downtown, the beach, the fire statue, and City Hall, about 3.8 km and 51 minutes. The Hughes Lookout loop heads north to the lookout and back by the beach, about 2.9 km and 39 minutes. Both end with a climb.
Is there an 18 hole course nearby?
The New Liskeard Golf Club is the area’s only 18 hole course, 17 minutes by car. In 2026 it’s $55 for 18 holes and $35 for nine, with carts extra for non members. Book tee times on the club’s website.
What does Haileybury Golf Club charge?
In 2026 it’s $30 for nine holes on weekdays and $32 on weekends, or $39 and $46 to play the nine twice, and $15 after 6 PM. Carts are extra, and tee times book online. It’s an 11 minute walk from the house.
Summer
How far is the beach?
Haileybury Beach is a 9 minute walk. Head south on Brewster St, left on Florence St, right on Lakeshore Rd S, then left on Browning St down to the water. Expect steep hills along the way.
Are there lifeguards at the beach?
Yes, from noon to 6 PM in July and August. Swim inside the markers.
Can we launch kayaks?
There’s no lake access from the house. The City lists a free boat launch near the Haileybury Marina, a 15 minute walk on steep streets.
When is the marina open?
In 2026 the marina opened May 15 and closed October 11. It has daily slip rentals and fuel.
Is there a nice walk along the water?
The paved STATO Trail runs past the beach, the marina, and Harbourfront Park. The short loop between them is lovely any time of year.
Food and drink
Where should we eat downtown?
Whiskeyjack Beer Company, 485 Ferguson Ave, is a brewpub with food and the warmest spot downtown in the evening. It’s a 10 minute walk. Call 705 630 2210 for hours.
Where can we get pizza?
241 Pizza at 361 Main St does pickup and delivery and stays open late. Call 705 630 0241.
Is there Indian food?
Curry Naadu on Main St serves South Indian food, with biryani, butter chicken, and curry combos.
Where can we get breakfast in Haileybury?
Beach Bitez at 462 Farr Dr does breakfast, lunch, and dinner takeout by the beach, 705 672 3354. It may close for the winter.
Are there vegan options?
The Lavender Fox in Cobalt is known for vegan and gluten free cakes, and Whiskeyjack downtown has an Impossible patty.
What’s the Lavender Fox?
A European style cafe and tearoom at 50 Silver St in Cobalt, 12 minutes away, known for vegan and gluten free cakes. Check its hours before you go.
Is there a restaurant with a patio on the lake?
28 On the Lake, a bar and grill in the Waterfront Inn in New Liskeard, 705 647 9500.
Where can a group get a steak?
Ali’s Grill and Bar on Highway 11, 705 647 8422, or Chuck’s Roadhouse Bar and Grill, also on Highway 11.
Where do people go for breakfast in New Liskeard?
Broskis Diner, 27 Whitewood Ave W, for breakfast and lunch, 705 628 4028. LaDonna House on Riverside Dr is a cafe and bakery with lattes.
Where can we eat late?
Wild Wing, 16 Whitewood Ave W in New Liskeard, does wings and pub food and stays open late, 705 628 2628. 241 Pizza downtown is open late too.
Is there fast food?
Harvey’s, Wendy’s, Subway, McDonald’s, Tim Hortons, and Pizza Hut are all along Highway 11 and Highway 65, about 15 minutes away.
Where can we get a good coffee?
Little Paws Cat Cafe downtown, Thursday to Sunday, or LaDonna House in New Liskeard for lattes. There’s coffee and tea at the house to start you off.
What’s Rainbow Restaurant?
A Chinese, Thai, and Vietnamese kitchen at 39 Armstrong St in downtown New Liskeard, 11 minutes away, and our favourite for vegan options. It has no website and takes orders by phone, so call 705 647 7555 for hours.
What are the best breakfast spots?
Beach Bitez by Haileybury Beach is an 11 minute walk in the warm months. Otherwise, drive to New Liskeard, where Broskis Diner is 10 minutes away and Stacked Pancake and Breakfast House is about 14.
Groceries and errands
Is there a grocery store in Haileybury?
No. All the grocery stores are in New Liskeard or just north of it, so stock up there if you plan to cook.
What’s the closest grocery store?
Your Independent Grocer, 55 Scott St in New Liskeard, 11 minutes by car, 705 647 8844.
Where are groceries cheapest?
Food Basics in Timiskaming Square, 883303 Hwy 65, about 14 minutes by car, 705 647 7649.
Is there a Walmart?
Yes, the Walmart Supercentre at 133 Hwy 11 has groceries and everything else, 15 minutes by car, 705 647 6344.
Is there a Canadian Tire?
Yes, at 997431 Hwy 11 North in New Liskeard, 15 minutes by car, 705 647 7331.
Where’s the LCBO?
Downtown at 316 Broadway St, 705 672 3747. It’s open 10 AM to 6 PM Monday to Saturday and 11 AM to 6 PM on Sunday.
Is there a pharmacy nearby?
Smallman Pharmacy, 368 Main St, is downtown, 705 672 5261. It’s open 8 AM to 6 PM weekdays and 9 AM to 5 PM Saturday, and closed Sunday.
Is any pharmacy open on Sunday?
Smallman downtown closes on Sunday. The Walmart pharmacy in New Liskeard is 705 647 5210, so call to check its hours.
Is there a cannabis store?
King of Queens Cannabis Company, 462 Ferguson Ave, is open 9 AM to 9 PM every day, 19 and over. The house is smoke and vape free.
Is there a store close by for snacks?
The North Cobalt Flea Market, 6 minutes by car, is a big general store with pantry food, coffee and tea, snacks, candy, and drinks. It’s open 7 days, Monday to Saturday 8 AM to 5:30 PM and Sunday 9 AM to 5:30 PM.
Is there a farmers market?
The Riverside Farmers Market in downtown New Liskeard runs Saturdays 8 AM to noon, 11 minutes by car. The 2026 season ran May 16 to October 31, and next year’s dates aren’t out yet.
Health and safety
What do we do in an emergency?
Call 911 for police, fire, or an ambulance.
Where’s the nearest hospital?
Temiskaming Hospital, 421 Shepherdson Rd in New Liskeard, 11 minutes by car. The emergency department is open around the clock, 705 647 8121.
Is there a nurse line?
Yes, dial 811 for Health811, free nurse advice any time, day or night.
Is there a walk in clinic?
Northern Drugs Pharmacy and Medical Clinic, 14 Armstrong St N in New Liskeard, offers walk in and virtual visits. Call 705 628 2179 first for walk in hours.
How do we reach the police when it isn’t an emergency?
Call the OPP at 1 888 310 1122.
Are there smoke and carbon monoxide alarms?
Yes, the house has smoke alarms and a carbon monoxide alarm.
Is there a fire extinguisher?
Yes, on the wall. There’s a fire blanket in the kitchen hallway closet and a first aid kit in the house too.
Something broke. What should we do?
Tell us right away in the Airbnb app so we can fix it before the next guests.
Accessibility
Is the house wheelchair accessible?
No. There are steps up from the driveway to the house, stairs between every floor, and very steep streets all around.
How many floors are there?
Three. The bedrooms are upstairs and in the basement, the kitchen and living room are on the main floor, and stairs connect them all.
Can we get around with a stroller?
It takes some work. The streets near the house are very steep, and there are steps up from the driveway and stairs inside. Once you’re there, Rockwalk Park’s brick loop is wheelchair accessible and easy going with a stroller.
Is there anything nearby with an accessible path?
Rockwalk Park at Northern College has a brick loop just under 1 km that’s wheelchair accessible past every exhibit.
House rules
Are parties allowed?
The house isn’t set up for parties or events, but family dinners and a few friends over are welcome. Message us if you’re planning something bigger.
Can we smoke or vape?
The house is smoke and vape free, so please don’t smoke or vape inside.
Are there quiet hours?
No set quiet hours. The neighbours are close, so please keep it friendly outdoors and around the hot tub late at night.
What’s the most guests allowed overnight?
Seven.
Is there anything we should be careful with?
Please handle the instruments and the fireplace with care. It’s a family home and we want it to stay in good shape for the next guests.
En français
Can we write to you in French?
Yes. Write to us in French on Airbnb and we’ll gladly reply.
Parlez vous français?
Oui. Écrivez nous en français sur Airbnb, on vous répondra avec plaisir.
C’est quoi, The Guest House?
Une maison centenaire avec vue sur le lac Témiscamingue, à Haileybury. La maison accueille sept personnes, et le spa privé est ouvert toute l’année.
On peut stationner dans la rue l’hiver?
Non. Du 1er novembre au 31 mars, le stationnement de nuit est interdit dans la rue. Prévoyez l’entrée seulement, qui accueille quatre voitures ou deux camions avec remorque.
Coming home
We grew up here and we’re coming home for a visit. Is this a good fit?
Lots of our guests grew up in Haileybury or New Liskeard, or have parents here. Room for seven, a big kitchen, and a dining room make it easy to gather.
We’re coming for a funeral. Can you help with timing?
We’re sorry for your loss. Ask us on Airbnb about an early bag drop or an 11 AM checkout, and we’ll do what the cleaning schedule allows.
Can relatives who live nearby come for dinner?
Of course. Family dinners are what the dining room is for. The house sleeps seven overnight, so let us know if you’re having a crowd over.
Do guests come back?
Often. Some families make it an annual tradition, and some work crews book again each time they’re back in town.
We’re between houses or moving to the area. Can we stay longer?
Yes, monthly stays are welcome and the monthly discount applies on its own. Message us on Airbnb with your dates.
Places of worship
Is there a church near the house?
Yes. St. Paul’s and St. John’s Anglican is a 7 minute walk, Haileybury District Baptist is 7 minutes, and the Haileybury Adventist Church is 11.
When are Sunday services?
Haileybury District Baptist worships at 1:30 PM, Temiskaming Church at 10:30 AM, and the Latter day Saints branch at 10 AM. In New Liskeard, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian is at 10:30 AM and First Baptist at 11 AM. The other churches don’t publish times, so call them.
Is there a Saturday service?
The Haileybury Adventist Church, an 11 minute walk, holds Sabbath School at 10 AM and worship at 11:15 AM on Saturdays.
Is there a Catholic church nearby?
Paroisse Sainte Croix in Haileybury, a 16 minute walk, is the French parish. Our Mother of Perpetual Help in New Liskeard, 9 minutes by car, is the English one. Mass times aren’t published online, so call 705 672 3296 or 705 647 5035.
Where are the cemeteries?
Mount Pleasant Cemetery and the Haileybury Catholic Cemetery sit side by side in south Haileybury, 5 minutes by car. The City runs Mount Pleasant, so call the Municipal Clerk at 705 672 3363. Silverland Cemetery, between North Cobalt and Cobalt, is 8 minutes away.
Where is the funeral home?
Buffam Leveille Funeral Home has its main office at 483 Broadway St in Haileybury, 705 672 3122, and a chapel at 251 Shepherdson Rd in New Liskeard, 705 647 4440.