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Thistledown House

  3910 Capilano Rd
North Vancouver, BC V7R 4J2
Total Rooms: 6Rates: $110 to $295

CONTACT INFORMATION

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INNKEEPER(S)
Rex Davidson/Ruth Crameri
PHONE:
(604)986-7173
(888)633-7173
FAX:
(604)980-2939
North Vancouver, British Columbia
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Description

Feel rejuvenated after a visit to this 1920 Craftsman-style heritage-listed house on a delightful half-acre of lawns and gardens. It has been lovingly restored and is furnished with antiques and handcrafted furniture. The walls are accented with international works of art. Enjoy afternoon tea in the airy Wintergarden or in the shade of a fruit tree. Sit by the fireplace in the lounge, and sip sherry or vintage port before dinner. Guest bedrooms feature goose-down or silk-filled duvets and rubbed pine, rich walnut and polished chestnut furniture. Stay in the Under the Apple Tree suite with a fireplace in a sunken sitting room, private patio and jetted air tub for two. Each morning, indulge in a creative multi-course breakfast of the world’s traditional dishes.

This property has been featured in Best Places Northwest, Hidden British Columbia, The Ultimate Guide to Vancouver, San Fransisco Examiner, Vancouver Province, Romantic Days & Nights in Vancouver, Frommer's Guide, Country Inns, The Lonely Planet, Tel Aviv's Haarez, Northwest Travel, Seattle Magazine, Sing Tao Daily, Approach Magazine, Harper & Queen (London), Georgia Straight, Food City Vancouver, Fodor's, Gourmet Guide to the Pacific Northwest, The Guardian, Greenwood's Guide to Canada, Best Places to Kiss, Michelin Green Guide.

Location: City/Urban.

 

Rooms & Rates

Rates: $110 to $295

Payment types accepted include Master Card, Visa and Travelers Checks.

Rooms: This property has 6 total guest accommodations with private bath, 3 with fireplaces. The types of beds available include King, Queen and Twin.

 

Policies

Cancellation: 10 days

Pets: Innkeepers pets on premises.

Smoking: Smoke Free Property.

 

Services & Amenities

Meals Included in Rates: Breakfast and Afternoon Tea.

Types of meals: Full Gourmet Breakfast, Vegetarian Breakfast, Afternoon Tea and Restaurant off Premises.

Amenities In Room: Cable TV, Reading Lamps, CD Player, Clock Radio, Television, Turn-Down Service, VCR, Hot Tub/Spa, Fireplace, Hair Dryer, Bathrobes, Bath Amenities, Wireless Internet Access and Iron/Ironing Board.

Amenities On Site: Library, Parlor Games, Computers, PC, Copy Machine, Phone, Fax, Fireplace and Laundry Facilities.

Business Traveler Amenities: Desk, Television, Modem Connection, Internet Access, Wireless Internet Access, FAX On-site, Iron/Ironing Board, Hair Dryer, Daily Newspapers, Gym Nearby and Off-site Dry Cleaning Services.

Languages Spoken: German

 

Spa Services

Off-Site Spa Services Available

Nearby Recommended Spas:
Spa Utopia
(604)980-3977
www.spautopia.ca
nvinfo@spautopia.ca

Alexia Seaside Spa
(604)913-1133
alexiaseasidespa@telus.net

The Spa at Fitness World
(604)983-8103
www.fitnessworld.ca/nvan

 

Discounts

Special Discounts: Stays of 7 days and more discounted at 10 percent

 

Activities

Events Hosted: Reunions.

Other Activities: Amusement Park, Antiquing, Art Galleries, Beaches, Bicycling, Canoeing/Kayaking, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Live Theater, Museums, Parks, Shopping (Local Crafts), Skiing Cross Country, Skiing Downhill, Sports Events, Major, College, Tennis and Water Sports.

 

Recommended Restaurant(s)

BeachSide Cafe, Salmon House on the Hill, The Observatory.

Historic Interest

1920 Craftsman style, oldest extant residence in Upper Capilano

Historic Awards: Local Register (Granted), 2004 Heritage Restoration Award and Recipient of the 2004 Turner Hospitality Award (WCBBIA).

Historic Memberships: Local Historical Society.

 

Romantic Interest

Cosmolitan atmosphere; fine Swiss linens and Turkish cotton robes, slippers and towelling; hand-made soaps, intimate rooms, attention to detail

 

Ratings

Rated By: 4 Canada Select Stars, iLoveInns Guests

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