The Post House was built in 1835 by master mason James Blain, and served as the town's post office. This substantial, yet elegantly simple brick residence serves as a touchstone for Niagara's architectural history. Upon visiting The Post house, you are presented this unique and beautiful architecture by the detailed six panel door, with a semi-circled fanlight above and arched surround supported by fluted pilasters (see image at top left of this page). The interior is formed around a center hall, and principal rooms are complete with fireplaces. This includes large windows that give the ample and well proportioned rooms a feeling of airiness. Special, too, is the interior room detail, which shows a preference for symmetrical pilastered trims and corner blocks with foliated ornament. |
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Special Rooms & Rates
Each of the guest rooms are named in remembrance of those who built the house or lived here.
- I. Mr. Blain's Quarters
- Two twin beds, shower, and a tailored Ralph Lauren ensemble.
- This restful haven is available for $150 a night, Canadian, plus GST.
- II. John Davidson's Hideaway
- A queen sized iron bed, shower, a wide garden view, and additional space for a child over 12.
- This haven harking from Niagara's earliest glory is available for $150 a night, Canadian, plus GST.
- III. Mrs. Lansing's Suite
- A queen sized iron bed, shower, and is furnished in a pastel period ensemble. From the window you have a lovely view over Johnson Street.
- This lovely view is available for $135 a night, Canadian, plus GST.
- IV. Mrs. O'Connell's Boudoir
- A queen sized iron bed, Jacuzzi, fireplace, and is decorated in black and gold. Mrs. O'Connell was the wife of the Postmaster and this was her often sought refuge.
- You can find the peace of mind that was hers for $225 a night, Canadian, plus GST.
- V. The Postmaster's Suite
- This room was always reserved for the master of the house.
- A king sized four-poster rice bed, Jacuzzi, fireplace, cable TV, InterNet access, and is decorated in gentle gold tones.
- The authority of the Postmaster is yours for $300 a night, Canadian, plus GST.
- VI. The Coach House Suite
- This special suite has all of the charm and independence of a Niagara-on-the-Lake cottage. Mrs. O'Connell was the wife of the Postmaster and this was her often sought refuge.
- A private entrance, king sized iron bed, facilities for light meal preparation, Jacuzzi, fireplace, cable TV, InterNet access, and is decorated in gentle gold tones.
- This perfect honeymoon hideaway is yours for $300 a night, Canadian, plus GST.
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