The "Twiglet" provides amenities like a firepit and a garden.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedroomsSleeps 237 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The "Twiglet"
The "Twiglet", is part of the Nature Energy Centre, home of the multi award winning "Hoblet". The twiglet is a totally private and separate unit from the existing Hoblet, yet guests will be able to experience all the rescues and adopted horses, alpacas, miniature goats and many other farm animals residing within our beautiful wooded property.
The Twiglet is unique, a tiny house, modern, new and nestled in the forest. 400 square feet of indoor and outdoor living area, 3 glass doors opening to the patio deck which leads you to your own fire bowl (manufactured fire logs/bricks ONLY). Two more private deck areas all with furnishings for lounging or viewing, or just "chillin" out. Surrounded by pine trees and forest, not to mention the goats nearby. The outdoor living area has a small propane barbeque all housed in a separate outdoor cooking barzebo.
One of the highlights of the Twiglet is the wonderful bedroom, over 100 square feet, queen bed, sitting area and a full glass corner, floor to ceiling looking onto the lovely Dragonfly pond and garden. The bedroom even has its own door walking out onto the third deck patio area. A morning coffee, some time for a great book, or just watching the goldfish makes for a truly zen experience. Two functioning windows as well as a ceiling fan, and closet complete the modern, crisp romantic bedroom.
The full bathroom includes, sink, cabinet and shower with a high end "rainshower" bar, a skylight above gives wonderful light and height to this modern bathroom, as well as a little window over the toilet area.
The open concept living room/kitchen, and the entire interior is done in a modern clean "industrial" look, exposed rafters and silver conduit electrical. A 40 gallon hot water heater, TV and DVD, as well as a modern kitchenette.
Total of six windows for tons of light and views of the forest and those infamous horses, goats and alpacas!
The kitchenette area has a small fridge (tiny freezer in it), microwave, toaster oven, and two induction cooking hot plates, with the appropriate cookware included. Toaster, kettle and coffeemaker are included as are dishes, flatware, utensils etc..
The living room/sitting area has TV and DVD player with movies provided.
Though the "twiglet" is part of Nature Energy Centre, it is its own entity, with its own parking and situated on opposite ends of the property from the "Hoblet". (Please refer to our listing of the Hoblet, award winning for over 12 years). Privacy for all (including ourselves, lol).
Whether you are travelling from abroad, a week long vacation or just getting away from the city for a weekend, or perhaps considering life in a "tiny house" - the Twiglet is a perfect getaway. Fifteen minutes from the brink of the falls, in the heart of the Niagara Peninsula and part of the working sanctuary we provide for rescued critters. Guests can make reservations for a "meet and greet" and "hands on time" with the animals. The alpacas, horses and the goats all have their own personality and love to interact with our guests.
Whether you choose the "Twiglet" or the "Hoblet", our attention to detail and providing a mixture of back to nature energy with the comforts of home is always our priority. Revenue from the "Twiglet" and the "Hoblet" rentals have helped to provide a new beginning and wonderful life for the creatures that call Nature Energy home now. We look forward to welcoming you and continuing our passion with our beloved animals.
Come and enjoy what nature has to offer and the energy the love of animals can provide.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Kitchenette
Microwave
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Music library
TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the neighborhood
Located in Niagara Falls, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino and Niagara Falls State Park are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Clifton Hill and Outlet Collection at Niagara. Fallsview Indoor Waterpark and Maid of the Mist are not to be missed. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating. Visit our Niagara Falls travel guide
Niagara Falls, ON (XLV-Niagara Falls Train Station)
22 min drive
Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.)
34 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
13 min drive
Tim Hortons
10 min drive
7-Eleven
11 min drive
Tim Hortons
13 min drive
The Rex Hotel
12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The "Twiglet" pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The "Twiglet" ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The "Twiglet" ?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The "Twiglet" located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Welland Museum, Welland International Flatwater Centre, and Niagara Square Shopping Centre. Seaway Mall and Niagara College are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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The "Twiglet" Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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We only stayed one night at the hoblet on the way up to Lake Ontario, but we had a great time! Dawn is so nice and accommodating, the place was great, we absolutely loved petting the goats and all the farm animals. Would definitely come back again!❤️
Property was very clean, well decorated, and close to Niagara while still being remote. Animals were fun to be around, and Dawn was very friendly and attentive.
The twiglet provided a window to the animals on the property and the perfect place to curl up and read a good book! It was a short drive to the falls and also provided a nice respite from all the action of clifton hill. Would stay again!
This was the absolute perfect stay from the easy check in, coziest cabin, fun with farm animals, and incredible communication from hosts! We felt out in the country while also having access to everything within 15 minutes! It was perfect, we would 10/10 recommend and come again! Thank you!
This was a wonderful, unique accommodation. A completely different experience from my usual business travel. Unplugged evenings, animals yo say hello to, trickling water features. Tiny house relaxation.
If you love animals then come here. I've never stared so deep into an alpacas eyes with it, at least what seemed, like it was smiling back at me lol. The cabin was cosy and suited all needs. We would definitely recommend.
This was a fun time having a goat greeting and so many animals to adore.
Well-kept tiny house - very peaceful and quiet. All you can do is relax with no internet service.
A great experience
Enjoyed it all. Host was friendly and very helpful. Didn’t realize how much wine was in the area. Easy drive to Niagara. The worst thing was the alpaca that sneezed on me lol. I would recommend to anyone looking for a romantic and comfy get away!!! If there weren’t so many other places I want to go we would go back next year.
Jodi M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Steve K.
Aug 22, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Staying at the Twiglet
Animals at the location were nice….goats, ducks, lamas. Property is filled with animal stalls, very dirty, expectedly. The accommodations are right next to the animals, mice, ants, spiders present, and the building seemed pieced together with whatever. I will say that the people there are very kind. Limited water available. A bit too close to the animals.
Animals great,didn’t get a tour of the place. Could not sit on deck area dirty, musty and lots of mould. My clothes,suitcase and car smells of mould. The animals look healthy,god bless, but would not go back. Best of luck Dawn, I know rain does not help,which we had a lot of rain. 🙁😊
Janet M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Juliette R.
Aug 3, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Lovely and Unkempt
Some things were wonderful. Patio outside the bedroom and the window view were lovely. A tiny oasis. Bed was very comfortable. We had everything we needed for a secluded time away. That said everything was just a little less than desirable and we are not hard to please guests. It seems like no one prepared for our visit. Dirty dishwater left in the sink, microwave not cleaned, overgrowth and random items placed around the property unlike the pictures, doors don't open and close securely, out of date instructions, and apparently we were expected to clean and set-up the outdoor spaces ourselves. Would it deter us from returning? No. Could it be nicer? Cleaner? More inviting? Yes. It's a tad neglected and a bit pell mell.
Dawn and her "critters" are incredible. We had a very relaxing weekend away and would definitely stay here again! The Twiglet is adorable and exactly as advertised.
The Twiglet was super cute and we really enjoyed our stay. Dawn, the host, was really nice and the goats were so fun! …Would definitely recommend a stay if you enjoy animals and a unique little place to unplug from technology.
It was a kick interacting with all the animals. The little house was private and had all the amenities you’d ever need. Very clean.
Patricia M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Timothy H.
Aug 6, 2014
Petra is a fantastic host!
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our three nights at "The Hoblet" my wife describes it as a magical place! Petra was like having our travel agent next door, she gave great advice and made our trip to the falls fantastic.
The Twiglet was a great spot for a long weekend getaway. Only 15 minute drive to Niagara Falls. Located on an animal sanctuary- we could feed and pet the animals (goats, alpacas, horses, donkey, turkeys, and ducks). This “tiny home” was a perfect couples retreat!
Courtney F.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Debbie M.
Jan 8, 2018
Wonderful place to relax with my family
Thank you for the warm welcome and the opportunity for my children to enjoy being outside - the goats and donkeys are magic. They make cold weather disappear and being outside a treat. .
Every inch of the property is absolutely beautiful and staying so close to all of the animals was magical. Dawn is the kindest BNB host I’ve ever met as well and makes you feel at home here. You can walk around the conservatory freely and visit and/or feed the animals whenever you want. My girlfriend and I ended up booking an extra day here because we loved it so much. Can’t recommend it enough