Merrill House - Picton

Historic boutique hotel with individually designed rooms and gourmet dining in Picton

Dining

Merrill House operates an on-site restaurant offering locally sourced meals, with a menu that includes Arctic char and rabbit Dijonnaise. Breakfast is a cooked-to-order meal served daily, featuring items like lemon ricotta pancakes and fresh croissants. The dining room is decorated with Egyptian-themed elements, blue velvet chairs, and gold cutlery.

Rooms

Each guest room at the Merrill House is individually decorated with unique themes, such as the Tower Suite with its double-high ceiling bathtub. Rooms are equipped with premium bedding, iPads, and a wet bar stocked with local sodas and sparkling water. Complimentary amenities include a Nespresso machine, bathrobes, slippers, and a Dyson hair dryer.

Outdoor Spaces

The property has a garden with a picnic area and an outdoor barrel sauna that guests can reserve. An outdoor fireplace and sun terrace are available, set among gardens where chefs source herbs for cooking. Furniture includes outdoor seating and a fire pit for evening use.

Experiences

Merrill House provides a winery passport that includes free flights and samples at multiple Prince Edward County wineries. The concierge can arrange themed dinners, wine tastings, and private tours of local attractions. Temporary art galleries are sometimes hosted on the property, and the hotel is within walking distance of downtown Picton shops and restaurants.

Location

Merrill House is located in central Picton, a 7-10 minute walk from Main Street restaurants and shops. Sandbanks Provincial Park is 12 miles away, and Hell Holes Nature Trails & Caves are 22 miles from the property. The National Air Force Museum and Empire Theatre are both 30 miles away.

• Dining: On-site gourmet restaurant with locally sourced meals
• Rooms: Individually designed rooms with iPads and wet bars
• Wellness: Outdoor barrel sauna available by reservation
• Location: Walking distance to downtown Picton, 12 miles from Sandbanks
• Experiences: Winery tour passport with free tastings included
• Amenities: Cooked-to-order breakfast, complimentary snacks and drinks