Benson Bennet House
180 Benson Ave, Peterborough, Ontario K9H 5Y5 Canada
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Welcome to Benson Bennet House, your Peterborough “home away from home.” Benson Bennet House aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year.
For those interested in checking out Cathedral Church of St. Peter-in-Chains (1.0 mi) while visiting Peterborough, Benson Bennet House is a short distance away.
Benson Bennet House is a charming bed and breakfast offering a refrigerator and a kitchenette in the rooms.
While in Peterborough be sure to experience local lobster favorites at Red Lobster or The Keg Steakhouse + Bar Peterborough.
If you’re looking for something to do, Jackson Park (1.0 mi) and Hutchison House Museum (0.9 mi) are a nice way to spend some time, and they are all within walking distance of Benson Bennet House.
Benson Bennet House puts the best of Peterborough at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
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180 Benson Ave, Peterborough, Ontario K9H 5Y5 Canada
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Description of the Garden Suite conjures images of a romantic and secluded cottage. In fact it is a converted garage with the atmosphere of a cluttered rec room / home office with a murphy bed. Advertised appliances available but have seen better days. Perhaps other rooms in house are better, but avoid the garden suite. Breakfast mediocre. Hosts, however, very hospitable.
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Benson Bennett house is not a BnB. They have long term residence. It is filthy and unmaintained. There is garbage in the yard and most things are in disrepair. It has not been updated. It is also unsafe for fire code. The owner is Joanne Manol and she is a lovely person, but her children and the residents take advantage of her. Her daughter compels her elderly mother to take in guests during a pandemic. The threat is she will loose her home and have to go to a nursing home, which is a death sentence in Ontario.
There were no Covid19 precautions taken. When I complained the residents and staff/resident got nasty and Joanne refused to speak to me afterward.
It is unsafe to bring children there. Two of the residents are alcoholics, one of which is very volatile. There are junkies who show up to the back door.
There were no Covid19 precautions taken. When I complained the residents and staff/resident got nasty and Joanne refused to speak to me afterward.
It is unsafe to bring children there. Two of the residents are alcoholics, one of which is very volatile. There are junkies who show up to the back door.
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Date of stay: October 2020Trip type: Traveled with family
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A friend and I were recommended here from another B&B who didn't have rooms available. He obviously hasn't been to Benson Bennet House in years and shouldn't be recommending it AT ALL. When we arrived to check it out we saw cigarette butts littering the driveway and patio, garden beds FULL of weeds (some were two feet tall), an overflowing ashtray on a table near some wet mouldy patio furniture cushions and a dog barking incessantly at us. The house smelled horribly of smoke and the dog was never told to stop barking at us. The rooms look like they haven't been updated in YEARS and there was dust everywhere.
The bathroom was disgusting. They don't offer breakfast and quite frankly who would want to eat let alone stay in such filth. The "Garden Cottage / Studio Room" is a converted garage. It has seen better days and needs a thorough cleaning. There were maggot type worms on the floor of the bathroom...awful doesn't describe it.
All I can say is STAY SOMEWHERE ELSE!!
The bathroom was disgusting. They don't offer breakfast and quite frankly who would want to eat let alone stay in such filth. The "Garden Cottage / Studio Room" is a converted garage. It has seen better days and needs a thorough cleaning. There were maggot type worms on the floor of the bathroom...awful doesn't describe it.
All I can say is STAY SOMEWHERE ELSE!!
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Date of stay: July 2017Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Room Tip: All rooms are dirty, dated and smell of smoke
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read last review it couldnt be furthur from the truth,suite had had ceramic tile floors,beautiful gas fireplace,overlooking wonderful garden with a fish pond,the hosts were very friendly and helpful,i would reccomend this b&b to all.greatest b&b experience i have ever had..thanks jim an avid traveller of ontario.
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Date of stay: May 2009Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Joanne and her daughter are wonderful ladies and know how to make you feel right at home! Common room is very cozy feeling and the bed was super comfy! Book on the weekend for better availability!
Will definitely be back for a future visit just for the company!
Will definitely be back for a future visit just for the company!
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Date of stay: September 2016Trip type: Traveled with family
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Frequently Asked Questions about Benson Bennet House
Which popular attractions are close to Benson Bennet House?
Nearby attractions include Nicholls Oval Park (0.7 miles), Samuel de Champlain Portage 1618 (0.5 miles), and Master's College and Seminary (0.3 miles).
What are some restaurants close to Benson Bennet House?
Conveniently located restaurants include Revelstoke Cafe, Aji Sai, and Domino's Pizza.
Are there any historical sites close to Benson Bennet House?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Peterborough Lift Lock (1.5 miles), Hutchison House Museum (0.9 miles), and Dickson House (0.7 miles).