Kemptville, Ontario, CANADA, K0G 1J0
Tel: 613-215-0707
5 Clothier West, Kemptville, Ontario
5609 William McEwan, Kemptville, Ontario
Our deluxe hotel suites, with two locations in historic downtown Kemptville, are architecturally unique. Boasting a one-of-a-kind atmosphere and top of the line amenities, it is the perfect home base for your luxury getaway in Eastern Ontario. Whether a wedding, girl’s night, romantic staycation, or corporate stay – we’ve got you covered.
Built after 1840, 5 Clothier Street West stands on land originally developed by Lyman Clothier Jr. Local lore suggests the home was funded by the Hunters Lodge, a secretive republican group disbanded after the 1838 Battle of the Windmill. In 1843, Nathaniel Fenton purchased the property and ran it as a hotel. It later became a finishing school, where student Elizabeth Bell met and married Dr. Charles Ferguson, a doctor, pastor, and Member of Parliament (1874–1896). They moved into the home in 1897, which remained in the family until 1953.
Known fondly as “The Doctor,” Ferguson was deeply committed to the community—serving on council and the Board of Education for over 40 years. The attic housed beds for those in need; offering shelter to transients. One man stayed 13 years and became a preacher. In 1909, after tending to a woman in labour who couldn’t afford another doctor, he returned to bed and quietly passed away.
His obituary read:
“With many warm friendships such as it is given to few men to achieve… this broad-minded, active, manly man has concluded his life of great usefulness. We shall not soon see such another.”
The house was a hub for political and social life, hosting Sir John A. Macdonald and raising G. Howard Ferguson, Ontario’s Premier from 1923 to 1930. Later, it became the Stonehaven Rest Home, continuing its legacy of service.
Sources: NorthGrenville.ca & ngtimes.ca
Built in 1847 by Francis Jones—an Irish immigrant, educator, and Member of Parliament—this landmark has stood at the heart of Kemptville for nearly two centuries. Over time, it has housed general stores, furniture shops, an undertaker, and even Kemptville’s first newspaper, The Progressionist, printed here in the 1850s.
In the mid-20th century, it became a retail store under Max Miller, and a white frame addition later served as the Beth Israel Synagogue. By the 1990s, the building found new life as the studio and shop of world-renowned artisan Michael Rowland Leather.
In 2013, the property was painstakingly restored by Rob Thompson, a real estate developer with a passion for reimagining historic spaces into boutique heritage hotels. Stripped back to its original stonework, the building was thoughtfully redesigned to blend 19th-century charm with modern comfort.
Today, with six individually designed suites and a full-service spa, 103 Clothier Street East stands as a vibrant symbol of heritage and renewal. Now owned by Arrow Properties and managed by the original interior designer and entrepreneur, it continues to honour its legacy of craftsmanship, community, and care.
Sources: NorthGrenville.ca & ngtimes.ca
You’d think that a place where there is no front desk and where they just email you the entry codes would be a red flag. Not Kemptville Suites. Beautiful, beautiful rooms. Free parking. Complimentary snacks. Good price. Highly recommended!
Mark H
Beautiful space. Super clean and vey comfortable. I loved the self check in with the pass code. Very convenient. Everything was explained so well. No confusion or trying to figure things out. Thank you so much!
theschmitts
Stayed here for my wedding night such a pretty space and so clean. loved the self-check-in with the password would definitely stay here again! highly recommend this lovely place if you are around the Kemptville area.
ReyleaPrinsep