The August House

3.5 star property
Victorian inn in Windsor with free breakfast

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Terrace/patio
Room 1: Best-of-King Barrier Free Suite | Living area
Exterior
Interior
Room 8: Modern Standard Queen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 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

Room 1: Best-of-King Barrier Free Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room 6: Friends & Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Room 2: Doris' Sunny King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Heated bathroom floor
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room 3: Hideaway King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Heated bathroom floor
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room 4: Pat's Lofty King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bath and shower
Heated bathroom floor
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room 5: Treetop King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Heated bathroom floor
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room 7: Cheery Standard King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Heated bathroom floor
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room 8: Modern Standard Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Heated bathroom floor
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room 9: Blossom Queen/Twin Bunk Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Heated bathroom floor
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Single Bunk Bed

Room 10: Sunny Queen / Twin Bunk Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Heated bathroom floor
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Single Bunk Bed

Room 11: King-to-Twins

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Heated bathroom floor
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Classic Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bunk Bed

Comfort Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Bunk Bed

About the area

Windsor

At The August House you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of West Hants Historical Society and Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia. Highlights at this Victorian inn include free continental breakfast and free self-parking. .This smoke-free inn offers free WiFi in public areas and a garden. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Windsor inn include Windsor Hockey Heritage Centre and Fort Edward National Historic Site.

What's nearby

  • West Hants Historical Society - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fort Edward National Historic Site - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Windsor Hockey Heritage Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Haliburton House Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 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
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 3 meeting rooms available. Self parking is free.

This Victorian Windsor inn is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
The August House offers 11 accommodations with a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. This Windsor inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in August 2022.

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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 transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03011046578918594-692

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The August House?

The August House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The August House?

Yep, The August House has a free self car park.

Does The August House serve breakfast?

You bet, our travelers are hooked on the free continental brekkie here! Offered daily from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The August House?

No, The August House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The August House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The August House?

No, pets are not allowed.

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

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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller

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

Stay here!

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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The short stay at TheAugustHoyse was amazing and we cant wait to visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The August House is a gem ! The decor is fabulous and the rooms are well-appointed. The breakfast is lovely, easy parking. Lots of little special touches at this place; too many to list. This is my second stay and I will definitely come back again.
Room 11
Entrance at night
Front walkway at night
Two fire pits for guest use
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Virginia, Unteraegeri

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025