A landmark Victorian Gothic estate in the heart of Prince Edward County wine country, originally built in 1878 for Judge Edwards Merrill and heritage-designated. Over $3M in renovations have transformed this three-storey brick masterpiece into a Michelin Guide-recognized boutique hotel and destination restaurant - a rare turnkey hospitality enterprise. The property offers 14 beautifully appointed guest suites, each with a private 3-piece ensuite, set among custom-painted murals, antique and original wallpaper, exposed brick, marble wood-burning fireplaces, vaulted 14-16 ft ceilings, and refinished hardwood floors. Six private balconies overlook the grounds. Culinary spaces include a glass conservatory dining room and bar, a fully equipped commercial kitchen with walk-in fridge and freezer, a state-of-the-art wine cellar, plus Bar Atlas and Brasserie Alexandria. The state-of-the-art wine cellar has four climate-controlled temperature zones for wine storage and a three-season patio dining area. Recent capital improvements include a new asphalt-shingle roof, stabilized chimneys, a modern Daikin heat-pump HVAC system, Viessmann gas boilers, in-floor heating, and 400-amp service. Set on 1.07 landscaped acres with mature 150-year-old trees, the grounds feature interlocking-brick walkways, a covered event tent, stone fire pit, barrel sauna, and on-site parking for approximately 25 vehicles. Site-specific zoning permits a hotel/inn of up to 15 rooms, a meeting room, catering kitchen, and restaurant. One block from the Picton Marina and downtown, Merrill House represents an extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of Picton's history alongside a thriving, supply-constrained hospitality business.
| MLS # | X13237832 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | New |
| Year | 0 |
| Days On Site | 133 |
| Listing Provided By | SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY CANADA | X13237832 118900 |
| Bed(s) | 14 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 18 |
| Basement | Y |
| Story(s) | 3 |
| Acreage | 1.05 |
| Property View | Downtown |
| Interior Features | Bar Fridge, Brick & Beam, Sauna, Primary Bedroom - Main Floor, Storage, Storage Area Lockers, Water Heater Owned, Ventilation System, Separate Heating Controls |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Heat Source | Electric |
| Fireplace Features | Living Room, Wood |
| Fireplace Yes / No | Yes |
| Roof | Asphalt Shingle |
|---|---|
| Foundation Details | Stone |
| Topography | Flat |
| View | Downtown |
| Construction Materials | Brick |
| Security Features | Alarm System, Concierge/Security, Heat Detector, Smoke Detector, Carbon Monoxide Detectors |
| Garage Yes / No | No |
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| Sewer | Sewer |
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| Tax Annual Amount | 14053.11 |
|---|---|
| Tax Legal Description | PT LT 227-229 PL 24 PICTON AS IN PE159960; PRINCE EDWARD |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Province | ON |
|---|---|
| Region | Prince Edward County |
| City | Prince Edward County |
| Postal Code | K0K 2T0 |
| Area | Picton Ward |
| Listing VS Median (in K0K 2T0) | |
Price: $4,850,000 low | high Med: $497,000 On site: 133 low | high Med: 122 | |
| Province | ON |
|---|---|
| Region | Prince Edward County |
| City | Prince Edward County |
| Postal Code | K0K 2T0 |
| Area | Picton Ward |
| Listing VS Median (in K0K 2T0) | |
Price: $4,850,000 low | high Med: $497,000 On site: 133 low | high Med: 122 | |