Auberge Chesley's Inn

Quaint and comfortable B&B. Great location, easy one block walk to a paved trail that goes along the St Lawrence river, the trail goes through a nice park. Wonderful breakfast, attentive host, comfortable room, beautiful outdoor space and a friendly dog name Hamish.

A gem of an Inn within a short walk of the main street restaurants, shops and fantastic waterfront trail. The house is full of beautiful antique pieces like a living museum. The host Robert was gracious and provided informative conversation at breakfast. The breakfast was simply fit for a King. Its like you go for the breakfast and suite is included :)

We stayed at the Auberge Chelsey's Inn for 4 nights in early August. The Inn is a fine old Georgian building which has been thoughtfully renovated. We stayed in two rooms during our visit and both were appointed with fine old antiques. The beds were comfortable and air conditioning was not required even though each room had an machine. The breakfasts were large and tasty. The costs are very reasonable. The Inn Keeper, Robert, knows the local history / region of Cornwall and could point out places to visit that "aren't on the map" so to speak. We bought some excellent cheese at a local cheese factory thanks to his help. The Inn is located in the historic heart of Cornwall. Unfortunately the city fathers have seen fit to destroy many of the fine old buildings to Cornwall's detriment. The historic village of Williamstown with it's 3 National Historic Sites and yearly Fair is only a short drive from the Inn.

We stayed a night in this lovley very clean inn after a day of cycling and gearing up for a day of kayaking at Long Sault Parkway. We booked the Tudor Roon and the bed was comfy. The room and adjoining bathroom was well appointed and had individual air conditioning if needed. We walked to dinner with many choices easily within walking distance. Breakfast was delicious with very generous portions. Robert was a kind host who provided a locked garage for our bikes. A very nice overnight.

We spent three nights here in the Governor’s Suite and enjoyed our stay very much. The Inn has been lovingly and meticulously restored in every way. We enjoyed being greeted by Hamish, the little Scottie Dog who was the Master of the House! Breakfast was always a nice time to meet other folks staying in the remaining two rooms. The breakfasts showcased fresh and local ingredients. The Inn is well located to restaurants, shops and the river. Highly recommend.

We stayed here while in Cornwall visiting family and attending a surprise birthday party. It was very convenient for the things we were attending. The room was very nice with lots of room. The breakfast was very good. The sitting rooms were nicely decorated and a nice place to relax. The inn is close to the waterfront and you could walk to anything downtown.

The Inn is truly amazing. Was a private home and an inn and then a home for "wayward" boys, during which time it was trashed. The current owner has revived the place in a quirky Victorian glory. The furniture, fittings and decor are all very nice. Gardens left and right of the house have a formal-ish design, but are left slightly overgrown, which makes them comfortable and inviting. The proprietor himself was not on scene. Two young men, an employee and his friend, plus two delightful Scotties, hosted us. Breakfast was elegantly prepared and served in a formal style dining room. Coffee was perfect. Advice on further navigating Ontario in the infrastructure (ie, road construction) era, was most useful. Be aware that this is NOT an upscale spa-like experience, but more a comfy b&b with many casual aspects. The dogs greet visitors at the back gate. Shoes are left in the kitchen. Unmodernized windows are propped with sticks. Our bedroom door could be secured only from the inside, and that with a simple hook. But the room and bathroom were comfortable, if not spacious, and the relaxed atmosphere was infectious, so overall our short time there was delightful. The neighborhood of the Inn has a sketchy feel to it, but then, not much of Cornwall is all that appealing. We walked in the evening to a restaurant, of which there are only a few (most of the closed on Monday), and the city had kind of a barren feel to it. But not any sense of danger. And maybe we just missed the overall charm of the town. But the Inn has a charm that's worth the visit.

Conveniently located and easy to access, the 19th Century home has been tastefully restored to a pristine condition. Robert is clearly a man of discriminating tastes with an eye for art worldwide. We stayed in the smallest room which met our needs for an overnight stay and had a restful night in a very comfortable bed with our own room air conditioner. There is an aristocratic air about the inn, including a music room. Breakfast of fresh local ingredients served at 8:00 with a well set table of china/silver. Hamish, Robert's scottie, is gentle and loving and lessens the air of formality of the house with a cuddle on one's lap! One wouldn't expect to find an EV charger, but there is one at the auberge (J1772 plug, worked with our Tesla with adapter, ~ 30 miles per hour.) Robert had recommended the local Birchwood Restaurant and Bar to another guest and us and the three of us met there and enjoyed dining together. We are happy to have had such a unique experience at this B&B in Cornwall.

Excellent location in the middle of the old part of Cornwall - downtown, the Waterfront Trail, the St. Lawrence River, and the waterfront parks and abandoned canals are all an easy walk. The owner cooks excellent breakfasts and takes pride in his meals - we had superb waffles and frittata during our two-day stay. The hotel has been nicely restored but with modern bathrooms. The rooms and furnishings reflect the nineteenth century; our room had an excellent classical library. The dog is laid-back and unobtrusive. A nice visit to an area we knew little about.