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The August House

3.5 star property
Victorian inn in Windsor with free breakfast

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Room 1: Best-of-King Barrier Free Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Interior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Room 1: Best-of-King Barrier Free Suite | Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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494 King St, Windsor, NS, B0N 2T0
  • Place, West Hants Historical Society
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Windsor Hockey Heritage Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room 1: Best-of-King Barrier Free Suite

Room 1: Best-of-King Barrier Free Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 1: Best-of-King Barrier Free Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 6: Friends & Family Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 6: Friends & Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Room 2: Doris' Sunny King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 2: Doris' Sunny King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 3: Hideaway King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 3: Hideaway King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 4: Pat's Lofty King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 4: Pat's Lofty King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 5: Treetop King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 5: Treetop King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 7: Cheery Standard King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 7: Cheery Standard King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 8: Modern Standard Queen | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 8: Modern Standard Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 9: Blossom Queen/Twin Bunk Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 9: Blossom Queen/Twin Bunk Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 10: Sunny Queen / Twin Bunk Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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Room 11: King-to-Twins | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 11: King-to-Twins

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Classic Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bunk Bed

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Comfort Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Comfort Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Windsor

Located within a 5-minute walk of West Hants Historical Society, The August House is within a 15-minute stroll of Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia. This 11-room, 3.5-star inn welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • West Hants Historical Society - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Windsor Hockey Heritage Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Shand House Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Haliburton House Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Magic Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Crossroads Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The August House

Victorian inn in Windsor with free breakfast
Guests of The August House enjoy free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a garden. If you decide to drive, there's free parking.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Wardrobes or closets are also included.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Wine tours

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

More

  • 3 floors
  • Renovated guestrooms - August 2022
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
This property enforces quiet hours from 9:30 PM to 8:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03011046578918594-692

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and a security system.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The August House?

The August House offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see near The August House?

This inn in Windsor is within a 10-minute walk of West Hants Historical Society, Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia, and Windsor Hockey Heritage Centre. You'll also find Haliburton House Museum and Fort Edward National Historic Site less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The August House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does The August House have a casino on the premises?

No, The August House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The August House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The August House?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress as well as private picnics and public winery tours.

Does The August House have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does The August House have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

The August House offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does The August House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The August House.

Are there connecting rooms at The August House?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at The August House?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The August House.

The August House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 150 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend August House. The rooms in this heritage home are clean and beautiful with a minimalist, pine aesthetic. The breakfast is buffet with local bread, granola, berries, scrambled eggs, etc. The staff are very helpful. There is a sauna and several shared spaces. The rooms have no TV. The bed was very comfortable and the tub was deep.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We will highly recommend The August House to those visiting the area. Breakfasts were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inn was spotlessly clean and the beds were very comfortable. Having hot drinks and a refrigerator available were very nice. The breakfast was delicious, and it was nice to get to chat with other guests around the large table. Our only complaint was that we had hoped to spend time in the living room in the evening, but the record player didn’t work, the selection of games was scanty, and even if we had found a game to play, the lighting in both the living room and dining room was so dim that it would have been difficult to see to play. These slight deficiencies would be easy to correct, and overall this is a very nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nicely renovated large house.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms with whimsical decor & gardens. Super cute. Good communication from staff via email re:what to expect for check in, as well as a personalized card in room with direct call info if any questions or problems. Very clean and comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room (#1) was amazing- very large with a sitting area, high ceilings and comfortable bed. Air conditioning worked and parking was easy. There was a personal welcome note with a couple of treats. They even had free icecream sandwiches sticked in the freezer in the common area- who does that?! Breakfast was fine. I can’t think of any negatives- maybe just a note of caution- the toiletries in the bathroom are in glass bottles that can get a little slippery. Yes, I realize how nitpicky that sounds. I wish we had more time to stay and enjoy the August house and the area!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

FRANK, laGrange

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
August House is beautiful. The personnel is very welcoming and courteous. We wished we could stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience; clean; wonderful breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flavio

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Windsor. Definitely to be recommended
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible guest house with several rooms, many common spaces including a common room with a record player and an amazing selection of vinyl records. Rooms seem recenrly remodeled, very functional, nice bed (soft). There was a community fridge with ice available, and ice pops, as well as nespresso coffee and milks for the morning. Plus, they serve the a full continental breakfast (homemade granola, yogurt, fixings, hardboiled eggs, salami, procuito, cheese, toast, etc, juice coffee) in this large hall. The grounds have lots of places ro sit and a gas fire ring. A great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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amazing place, friendly staff! the beds were extremely comfortable. Such a beautiful inn. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, modern and charming. I appreciated the small touches, including the Nespresso and the white noise machine. (If all the doors could be oiled it would make it even better as the quarters are pretty tightly packed so you hear everything)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cali

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful place to stay! Stunningly renovated old victorian style house that is still classic yet modern! They did such a great job and you can tell how much work and love went into it! It was clean, spacious and so cozy! Left feeling relaxed and refreshed!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad James, Saint Martinville

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Great stay, clean room, welcoming breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reza

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is meticulously done. Great rooms and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen, Silver Spring

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend the August house. Each room is unique, but they're all attractively and interestingly decorated. We stayed in room 3, which has a king size bed and a huge bathroom. I particularly liked that there are several quiet lounge areas where you can get coffee or tea and any additional cups or glasses you might need. The complimentary breakfast was fresh and wholesome. There's parking right out front and best of all, the staff is really dedicated to the comfort of the guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding renovation of mid 1800 mansion, in quiet town, convenient to Halifax & Bay of Fundy. Breakfast looks to be lovely. Respectfull guidelines for quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikolay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025