Book an Ontario getaway to a great vacation rental in our region, paired with nearby restaurants and activities to enjoy during your escape.


In Hamilton

Green Acres Cabin

Get away from it all in an off-grid cabin in the woods, complete with horses grazing in the neighbouring pasture. With a bedroom, full bathroom and kitchen, you’ll have everything you need, but if cooking doesn’t appeal, Uber delivers right to the cabin’s front steps! There’s also a spacious outdoor hot tub and optional ATV rentals to tour the forest trails. Get all the details.

Explore A Little More … Green Acres Cabin is just a short drive from the cute little towns of Dundas and Ancaster, so be sure to make time for a bit of strolling, shopping and sipping. Brewers Blackbird, in Ancaster, is a newer addition to Hamilton Halton Brant’s thriving craft beer scene and definitely worth checking out. In Dundas, Shawn and Ed Brewing Company serves up one-of-a-kind brews in a lovingly restored curling rink!

Brewers Blackbird
Hip Downtown Hamilton Loft

This beautifully renovated two-bedroom loft will make you feel like you’re on a New York City adventure. There’s a full kitchen for cooking up a fabulous meal and a pool table in the lounge area. Get all the details.

Explore A Little More …Take advantage of your downtown Hamilton location and walk to area attractions like Dundurn Castle and the Art Gallery of Hamilton.

Somerset Cottage at West Avenue Cider House

This airy three-bedroom cottage is a perfect home base for a weekend of cider and wine tasting and touring! Take in orchard views, enjoy 25 acres of hiking trails, and stroll over to the Cider House for a tasting at your leisure! Get all the details.

Explore A Little More … Nominate a designated driver and do some touring to the other cideries, wineries and craft breweries that are nearby. Carlisle Cider Co., Orange Snail Brewers, and Andrews Winery are all great options.

Somerset Cottage

In Halton

Hidden Valley Hideaway

Forest views, a sauna, Grindstone Creek babbling in the background, easy access to Bruce Trail hiking and all the comforts of a beautifully designed modern home will make you feel like you’re a million miles away at this hidden escape that’s just minutes outside Burlington. Get all the details.

Hidden Valley Hideaway

Explore A Little More: If the verdant views of this cottage leave you hungry for more, make the short trip to Royal Botanical Gardens and explore 27 kilometres of trails at Canada’s largest botanical garden.

Mulberry House By The Lake

Room for eight guests and a stellar location within walking distance of the restaurants, shopping and entertainment of downtown Burlington make this historic home a perfect place to gather with friends. Get all the details.

Explore A Little More: Music lovers will want to time their trip to coincide with one of the many stellar performances at the Burlington Performing Arts Centre or the annual Sound of Music Festival. Cyclists should bring their bikes along and do some two-wheeled touring along Burlington’s Waterfront Trail.

Burlington Waterfront

In Brant

The Walnut

An overnight at The Walnut will make you’ll feel like you’ve stepped into the pages of a home décor magazine. This beautifully decorated home sleeps six and is just a five-minute walk to downtown Paris. Get all the details. 

The Walnut

Explore A Little More: Take advantage of the fact that you’re just steps away from a canoe launch and spend some time exploring the Grand River by canoe, kayak or stand-up paddleboard. No boat? No problem! Local outfitters like Grand Experiences and Grand River Rafting Company will be happy to get you all geared up!

Grand Experiences
Historic Carriage House Loft

A stay at this lovely loft offers so much more than a place to rest your head. Take in gorgeous Grand River views, watch deer in the garden, enjoy afternoon tea in the historic cabin by the river’s edge and learn about the fascinating history of Paris at this heritage property. Get all the details.

Explore A Little More: Go home with a better understanding of Aboriginal culture by taking some time to #SeeSixNations. This digital map and tour guide makes it easy to find fascinating local landmarks, including Chiefswood National Historic Site, Her Majesty’s Royal Chapel of the Mohawks, Woodland Cultural Centre and the Six Nations Nature Trail.

Hamilton Halton Brant also has a wide selection of hotels to choose from.

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Now thru December 21

Team-Building Art Experiences

studio k2

The Cotton Factory, DyeWorks Building, 9 Landsdowne Avenue, Hamilton

Serving Southern Ontario and scheduled to suit your team requirements — in studio, on or...

Now thru December 31

Hamilton Civic Museums Virtual Tours

28 James St N, Hamilton, ON L8R 1A1

Now thru December 18

Hamilton Farmers Market Lil’ Kids Club

35 York Blvd

Weekly Thursdays 10:30am-11:30am Free Admission Drop-in program All children must be accompanied by a parent...

Now thru December 31

Immersive Experiences: MacNab’s Kitchen

Dundurn Castle – National Historic Site

610 York Boulevard, Hamilton, ON, L8R 3H1

Cost: $40 per person Time: 2 hours - mornings only TICO Certified Tour Operators: $35...

November 30

A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live!

The Westdale

1014 King St W, Hamilton, ON L8S 1L4

Date & Times: Nov 30, 2:00PM AND 7:30PM Admission: $45 per person

Now thru December 12

Ireland House After Dark | Victorian Christmas Tours

Ireland House Museum

2168 Guelph Line, Burlington, ON, L7P 5A8

$15/person. Tours at 7pm and 8pm November 14, 28 and December 12

Now thru December 31

Introductory Flight Lesson

Brantford Flight Centre

110 Aviation Ave. Brantford, ON N3T 5L7, Canada

Dates: All year round Cost: $152.55 including HST

Now thru December 31

Music Bingo at Flux

Flux Brewing Company

185 Oakland Rd, Scotland, ON N0E 1R0

Date & Time: January 15th and every 2nd Wednesday of the week, 6:00pm to 8:00pm...

November 27 - January 4

Winter Wonders

Dates & Times: Nov 27 - Jan 4, 5:30PM - 10:00PM Timed-Tickets Required.

Now thru December 31

Private Date Night Painting for 2

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The Cotton Factory, DyeWorks Building, 9 Landsdowne Avenue, Hamilton

Whenever Date Night is! Event Price: $165.00 + hst per couple.

Now thru December 14

Beeswax Candle Making

Backed By Bees

6214 Appleby Line, Burlington, Ontario L7M 0P7

Dates: Various dates each month Time: 1:00 to 3:00pm Cost: $64.99

Now thru December 7

Oakville Museum Guided Tour

Oakville Museum at Erchless Estate

8 Navy Street, Oakville, ON, L6J 2Y5

Tuesday to Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. General admission by donation (Suggested $7 per...

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