The Pinnacle of Picton – Merrill House. 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. Following more than $3 million in renovations, this three-storey brick masterpiece has been transformed into a Michelin Guide-recognized boutique hotel and destination restaurant, representing a rare turnkey hospitality enterprise.

The property offers 14 beautifully appointed guest suites, each with a private three-piece ensuite, surrounded by custom-painted murals, antique and original wallpaper, exposed brick, marble wood-burning fireplaces, vaulted 14 to 16-foot ceilings, and refinished hardwood floors. Six private balconies overlook the picturesque grounds, creating an atmosphere of timeless elegance and charm.

Culinary offerings are equally impressive, featuring a glass conservatory dining room and bar, a fully equipped commercial kitchen with walk-in refrigerator and freezer, a state-of-the-art wine cellar, Bar Atlas, and Brasserie Alexandria. The wine cellar includes four climate-controlled temperature zones for wine storage and is complemented by a three-season patio dining area.

Recent capital improvements include a new asphalt-shingle roof, stabilized chimneys, a modern Daikin heat pump heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system, Viessmann gas boilers, in-floor heating, and 400-amp electrical service.

Set on 1.07 beautifully 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 or inn of up to 15 rooms, a meeting room, catering kitchen, and restaurant, offering exceptional flexibility for continued hospitality operations and future growth.

Located just one block from Picton Marina and the vibrant downtown core, Merrill House presents an extraordinary opportunity to own a celebrated piece of Picton’s history while acquiring a thriving, supply-constrained hospitality business in one of Ontario’s premier tourism destinations.