Cantwell House

My wife and I loved our stay here. Very comfortable room, fantastic breakfast prepared by Audrey, incredible view looking toward the harbour from the 3rd floor balcony. Location was terrific and easy walking distance to The Rooms, the harbour and George St. It's on a fairly busy street but no issues with noise inside the house and parking was easy to find, often right in front of the house. Audrey was wonderful, very welcoming and helpful. Highly recommend a stay here!

We stayed at Cantwell House for two days in August. The rooms are so unique with Newfoundland culture. The view at the balcony was great: Signal Hill, harbour, Jellybean Row. The host Audrey made us delicious hot breakfast, and allowed us to store our luggage there after checking out. We chatted with Audrey and other guests in the dinning room. It was a great stay.

Such an adorable place to stay! Cantwell House is a true gem in the heart of St. John’s! Audrey and her team have decorated each room with delightful details and interesting bits of Newfoundland history. The breakfast in the morning was delicious; if you have the chance, I definitely recommend the moose bologna. Best of all though is the rooftop balcony with an amazing view of the harbour; we could watch the boats pass for hours.

We stayed at Cantrell House several years ago before Audrey took it over. We loved it then and love it now. It’s a beautiful “Jellybean” home in the heart of St.John’s that is immaculate and wonderfully appointed. The rooms are spacious and so comfortable and there is a fridge in each room which is a bonus. There is a balcony and sitting area for guests that overlooks St. John’s Harbour and once you’re there you never want to leave. Audrey is a warm, friendly, knowledgeable host that clearly loves what she does. Breakfasts were delicious and varied and the coffee was just the best. I can’t recommend this B and B enough and look forward to returning. Tracie O’Keefe and Paul McGoveran|

We stayed in this excellent b & b during our recent stay in St Johns. Audrey, the owner, was so accomodating and helpful - from providing early check in, to wonderful breakfasts and very clean rooms. Every morning of our visit Audrey prepared a different and tasty hot full breakfast. The room was spacious, clean and the en suite bath was excellent. On the 3rd floor there is a patio with an unbelievable view of the harbour and Signal Hill. This b & b is full value for the price in our opinion. The b & b is located within easy (not taking into account the hills) walking distance of all of the major sights, bars and restaurants of St. Johns.

My husband and I stayed at Cantwell House at both the beginning and end of our holiday in Newfoundland (five nights). We loved staying here and absolutely enjoyed getting to know our host Audrey!! Cantwell House is located a few blocks up the hill from the waterfront where you'll find the restaurants and shops of St. John's. There was parking available on the street in front of the house. Both rooms that we had were large and beautifully decorated with comfortable beds and ensuite bathrooms. There was a lounge on the top floor and a little balcony with seating outside overlooking the harbour for the guests to use. The wifi was excellent. In the morning, Audrey served an amazing (and different each day) breakfast plus a beautiful fruit salad along with available cereal, coffee, tea and juice. A wonderful start to the day! Audrey spent time with her guests and offered suggestions on places to visit and eat in St. John's and in the surrounding area. Don't miss Petty Harbour and Cape Spear! Cantwell House was one of our favourite places to stay in our month away and we think you'll agree too!

Cantwell House is my ‘home away from home”. I stay there for a few nights every year, and can’t recommend them enough…. It’s perfectly situated on a hill overlooking the historic downtown St. John’s and the harbour. With the stunning view of Signal Hill from the third floor deck, the amazing breakfasts, and the cheerful "welcome home" from Audrey when I arrive, I feel like part of the family. I won’t stay anywhere else, and look forward to my next visit as soon as I leave.

Within walking distance of waterfront, the Rooms, Moo moos ice cream, George St. and a bakery. Room is clean and comfy, there is always a homemade treat available when you come home each afternoon. Breakfast is home cooked and changes every day and is delicious. There is a common room for relaxing in and a third floor little terrace with a view of the harbour entrance. Our room is on main floor,back of the house and nice and quiet. Parking pass included with our stay. Price is reasonable and Audrey is helpful, knowledgeable and a joy to talk with.