Langdon Hall Country House Hotel & Spa

Fabulous tasting menu at lunch. We were celebrating our anniversary. The tasting menu and service were exceptional. Originally we were seated on a room with a table with 2 couples who were enjoying themselves but the room acoustics made it difficult for us to hear each other. We asked to be moved to a quieter location since listening to the other table was ruining our ambiance. We were then seated to another room that was our private dining room with an even better view for both of us. The staff worked very hard to accommodate us with a quieter location. |We have eaten at many Michelin restaurants worldwide, I expect that LH will be awarded a full star next year. Keep up the great food and service!!||The tasting menu made it difficult to choose which course was our favourite, since each one was delicious and beautiful!

Service was impeccable! Food was absolutely amazing! The grounds were so beautiful and the gardens provided a trove of fresh vegetation used in the kitchen. What an amazing experience! This was our first of hopefully many more trips to Langdon Hall. Some critical feedback though,,,, While I absolutely understand the age and interesting history of this place it can't go unsaid that the many out-building are in desperate need of repairs/maintenance. There are many areas on the exterior that you can clearly see signs of rotting wood around many of the dormers, paint flaking from many locations on almost all the buildings. For the almost $5k for the weekend I would expect better from the ownership.

Great atmosphere. I was here for a business lunch. The food was amazing, yes the portions are small but i did not feel like i was still super hungry once finished. service was great, i would highly recommend to try it out and treat yourself. The gardens are also very beautiful and great during the summer.

We had the most enjoyable stay possible. The bedroom was beautiful and oh, so, comfortable. Cupcakes were left for us to acknowledge our birthdays. How thoughtful. Dinner was delicious; the courses explained and special attention given to my daughter’s vegan preferences. We couldn’t resist timeout at the spa and a trail walk. How lucky to have had lovely weather for enjoying the amenities.

Can’t say enough good things about Langdon Hall! Beautiful room with turn down service, beautiful property with so many things to do. Every encounter I had with staff was incredible, shoutout to Angel for bringing us blankets while we were by the fire! Ate at both the main dining room and Wilk’s and was impressed by the fast service, great servers and incredible food. Spa was beautiful, clean and my massage therapist Julie was great! Can’t wait to return.

My wife won a luxurious evening getaway, including dinner and breakfast at Langdon Hall, during her company’s Christmas party this past holiday season. Until this week, we hadn’t found the time to take advantage of it. And wow what an extraordinary place!||While I’d been to Langdon Hall before to drop off or pick up others, nothing could have prepared me for the experience of staying there myself. Our accommodations were in a separate building aptly named The Stables. It felt like a tranquil retreat in the countryside elegant, peaceful, and full of character with a touch of whimsy.||Dinner was absolutely exquisite—perhaps the finest meal I’ve ever had. Afterward, my wife and I enjoyed drinks in the intimate cocktail lounge while watching the hockey game. The room was lively with well-heeled guests cheering enthusiastically for their team, adding a touch of charm to the evening.||Breakfast the next morning was every bit as memorable as dinner flawlessly prepared and thoroughly satisfying.||After our meal, one of the staff members kindly offered us a tour of the grounds. We learned that the property includes 12 kilometers of scenic hiking trails, with complimentary bicycles available for those who prefer to ride. There’s also a beautiful, well-appointed spa surprisingly affordable and an expansive floral garden brimming with blooms of every variety.||We chose not to partake in one final indulgence—a complimentary test drive of a luxury SUV through the picturesque countryside. We also passed on the wine tasting event, expertly hosted by the hotel’s resident sommelier, though it certainly added to the richness of the overall experience.||All in all, it was a truly unforgettable experience—one I’ll cherish and enthusiastically recount to friends for years to come.

Everything about our stay was fantastic but what really stood out was the customer service. Staff went out of their way to ensure our experience was top notch. It was as if they knew what we were thinking and acted before we even asked them! As well, it was every single person who provided that level of service, no matter what their role was. Your people created an amazing birthday weekend for my husband and I.

Our short stay at Langdon Hall was amazing and exceeded expectations. We felt like valued guests the moment we stepped foot into the establishment. This is truly a luxurious boutique hotel with amazing historic energy and beautiful period architecture. The grounds are expansive and impressive with incredible attention to detail. The proprietors Jen and Braden were very welcoming and we had a very nice visit over coffee. Will definitely come back.

Loved the experience at Langdon Hall with a large room that had a tub and shower plus a comfortable bed. Service was top notch especially with Angel looking after us for the fat bikes and smores. Wine tasting was also a great time with their sommelier explaining the wines and possible pairings. We were on the second floor while other friends had the larger suite with fireplace. Somehow, they didn't use it but it was smoking when returning from dinner. Hotel gave a discount next day but I told my friends to contact front desk right away. The stay included dinner which we upgraded to the 7 course as well as breakfast the next day. The water from the tub fir bath bomb was yellow so needed to re fill tub before dropping the bomb. Review for both meals will be on restaurant. The greenhouse was nice as well as the hiking trails but we noticed that there was a Santa brunch next to the spa which looked really good.

It is interesting, I live in Barrie and of all the places I had a choice to take my daughter too for her Birthday, I chose Langdon Hall, I was very disapointed to go for dinner and while eating dinner, two ladies walked in with a little white dog and sat down at a table beside us, This dog was a small dog who barked, licked them self while we were having dinner. I would have never gone there if I new this was there policy. Where does the limit stop on what a service dog is. I was under the impression that a animal is not allowed in a area where food is being served. I reached out to Langdon hall and spoke to a manager to give the report and they said they would get back to me. This clearly did not happen. I did a total of 5 hours of driving to see a dog lick himself while we were eating dinner. Never again,. The food was very expensive and the portions were extremely small. After spending a great deal of money on dinner, After we finished eating dinner we left Langdon Hall Hungry. Next year I will do the cooking and save a fortune on what I expected to be a good choice to celebrate a special occasion. Dennis McIntaggart

We had an incredible stay here. Spa was very relaxing, and all throughout the estate, everyone was very courteous. If you are in need of an escape, then this place is sure to deliver. Their restaurant is top class, and the whole place is impeccable.

Langdon hall. You're interesting to say the least. The grounds are lovely. It's nice to take a stroll on the forest paths. We even saw some deer around. The sunsets here look lovely!! The food is absolutely amazing! Every food and drink that we've tried here was absolutely amazing. The spa was nice and relaxing. There's a hot tub for people to enjoy as well as a steam room and a sauna either before or after any services that you've booked. The massage services were also amazing. They've used a peppermint muscle cream which was so nice! Now that we've listed the highlights.... Now for the downfalls and shortcomings of Langdon Hall which makes this star rating get a little lower. Our room was amazing, spacious and cozy. We had lots of firewood and fire starters for us to use which was amazing. Then came time to use the bath tub. We filled up the tub with bubbles and water, only to discover that the jet tub That we paid extra for in the room, does not work. We had a lovely gentleman try to fix it twice thru out the night, with no luck unfortunately. By the time that the man was done trying to fix it, all the bubbles have melted away and we had no more to add sadly. For some odd reason in and around the time of the bath, an army of ants have also come out all around the bathroom floor, which we had to remove by ourselves. It's really unfortunate that we paid extra for this jet tub and never had any compensation for the hassle.

Ho. Lee. Smokes!! We've been hearing about Langdon Hall for years, but hadn't had a chance to try it out until this summer. Based on the effusive praise of our friends and family, we arrived with high expectations, fully prepared to be disappointed. Well that sure didn't happen! From the service at the front desk to the beautiful room to the lovely grounds and the mind-blowing food, we were thoroughly impressed. The staff (hotel, grounds, and restaurant) were all friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. We have several dietary restrictions, and also needed to dine outdoors for all meals (pandemic safety). The team went out of its way to accommodate and make exceptions to standard protocols to meet our needs and ensure our safety and comfort. The garden tour was fascinating, and it was great to see the pains that are taken to ensure that everything remains organic and in tune with the natural environment. The herbs and produce from the garden are used in the kitchen and you can taste the difference. Everything is fresh and delicious. The food rivals any Michelin starred restaurant offerings (the truffle soup will ruin you for all other soups for the rest of your life), and the wine list is phenomenal. All in all, we had a fantastic visit and cannot wait to go back again. Bravo, Langdon Hall - you're worth the hype!

We came here for an overnight getaway just this past weekend, and our stay here was excellent! The room is big and spacious, the king bed was arranged beautifully (they come in to do housekeeping twice a day). Lots of tea/coffee/beverages available that are complimentary with the room. The hardwood floor is heated!! amazing, I don't think i can go back to my regular floors at home now lol. The hotel overall is very clean and tidy, the products they provide even for the bathroom are great. They have a robe, slippers, towels, shampoo/conditioner/body wash, body lotion, cotton pads and qtips, razor, and even bath salt for the tub! The Food is amazing.. i'm going to write my review on their food on their dining page instead, but I would have to say, we had a fantastic time with dining here at Langdon Hall! The Spa was amazing... they have lots of fine quality teas to choose from, some snacks as well if you needed a bite, the spa lounge is nice and cosy with relaxing music, magazines to read from and their chairs are very comfortable. My husband and I both had the smoothing body scrub - our first time - and the experience is great! they use really good quality ingredients for the scrub and the lotion balm. After the scrub, you have your own personal shower - the shampoo/condition provided in the shower is salon brand, which i was very pleased with. Afterwards they change the sheets (since the scrub is on there) and they put the balm on - that lotion was SO moisturizing, you can def tell it's an excellent quality product they are using based on the way it rubbed onto my skin. Definitely very relaxing. They have a hot tub available for use - I love that they have refillable water bottles for you to use - you can have flat or carbonated or hot water! I was able to keep it at the side of the tub in case i need to hydrate while I was in there. The steam room and sauna are also great~ the sauna was a bit crowded tho since there's 3 other ppl in there, so i coudlnt' really relax and lean on anything. But overall the spa experience was very relaxing and great. and as hotel guests you are free to use the hot tub/sauna/steam room facilities as long as they are open - the only catch is you have to go during spa's business hours.. meaning, no late night hot tubs~ For those of you who watch Netflix.. the whole time I was here, I coudln't stop thinking that this place is very "Downton Abbey" feel :) But the main house is beautiful - dining area is very lovely, there's a billard room and also some lounges you can relax in for reading... in the summertime there's lots of beautiful gardens around the houses you can enjoy. They also have walking trails from 0.5km up to 4km depending on how far you want to walk. The only thing I didn't like was that I had to keep my jacket on because the main house even though has a tunnel, to get to our room, we still had to go back outside and then into the buildling again to get to our floor and room... but it could likely be due to how the building was built back then. Definitely would like to come back again - my husband and i both enjoyed our stay :) Very friendly and attentive staff and service~

Came here this week for a workshop presentation our company was doing. It is absolutely scenic, although it did remind us of the place in the movie Get Out lol. We were helped immediately, and they offer complimentary valet. All the rooms have cute names, and are very well sized. My room was on the bottom floor which meant it had a cute outdoor patio. They even have the Dyson dryer for your hair! Our meeting room felt more like a wedding space, with beautiful views. It was fully stocked with beverages everywhere and the staff was so accommodating. The food was incredible, especially the braised beef. I would definitely return for a weekend getaway!

More of an experience than a destination! I'll write a separate review for the Dining Hall. I cannot comment on the Spa as I didn't use their services. 5/5 Dining Room, Staff, Front Desk - Slightly uncomfortable if you're not used to being pampered. Lotsa staff, they even had valet. Very attentive. Room - The Cloister room with King-sized bed was nice and quiet. There is a fireplace, but I didn't want to bother figuring out how to use it. Toilet is in a separate room from the bathtub/standup shower. They have a turndown service, so I was a bit startled when I came back from dinner and found the room rearranged. Toiletry-wise, I wasn't a fan of the "Jasmine, Rose, & Neroli" scent. Despite the feminine sounding florals, it was actually quite musky 'n masculine smelling and reminded me of an '80s male cologne. It was definitely an experience, probably better to visit in the warmer months because of the beautiful property with hiking trails, but the food was expensive and just o-k. Breakfast was better than Brunch! Crowd was the Country Club/Twinset Crowd, i.e. W.A.S.P.

I had a wonderful brunch here recently as a treat for my birthday. The staff was seamless in their hospitality and welcome from the moment we walked through the door. The brunch was served in a sunny and airy dining room, with large windows overlooking the gardens to let in the afternoon sun. We proceeded to have a leisurely three course brunch with a surprise dish in the middle, complements of the chef. An elderly gentlemen sitting at the table leaned in conspiratorially and recommended the beet soup as an appetiser. A wonderful suggestion! Each dish was carefully crafted, and there was so much attention to every detail of the meal. I mentioned to our waitress that it would be nice to have coffee by one of the many fireplaces after our meal. So after our meal, I returned from the restroom to find that we had been moved to some comfy wingbacks in front of the fireplace and that our drinks were on the way. The service is amazing!! We stayed by the fire and watched the staff float around setting up for a party in the evening. As a final perfect last touch, there were small packages in a basket by the door. If you take one outside, you will have everything you need to roast some marshmallows!! There is a roaring firepit surrounded by deck chairs and pre-selected twigs to use as skewers. A perfect way to end a short visit to Langdon Hall.

Wow, Langdon Hall is my little piece of serenity that is a not so far drive from home. We came to celebrate our wedding anniversary. From the moment we arrived, the staff was so welcoming. As a busy mother of two small children, the peace, quiet and relaxation here was incredibly needed. I had zero stress whatsoever here. The dining was unbelievably delicious. I haven't had a meal like that in ages and have dined at many top restaurants in Toronto. The pool area was lovely and quiet. I just cannot stop thinking about how amazing this one night getaway was. I cannot wait to go back!

The wifey and I went to Langdon Hall to celebrate our 1yr anniversary. We wanted to go somewhere very special to mark this milestone and Langdon Hall is just about the fanciest place you can get in our area. 5 diamond, 5 star, chateau relais and whatever other accolades, sound super impressive and the expectations were high to match. There is no doubt that it is a stunning venue with the polished decor and service you'd expect from any fine dining establishment. We opted to go with the $125pp tasting menu but not the wine pairings after reading a review recommending that a bottle would have been better. Of all the dishes, only the first was stand-out. It was an incredible dish. Unfortunate because that set the bar and I was expecting all dishes to match the first. Everything that came after was not nearly as sophisticated or creative in flavour profile. The total for 2ppl with tax and tip came to $450! For that I'm expecting a mind blowing experience and expectations simply fell short. I couldn't help leaving with the thought that Langdon Hall caters to wealthy clients who judge food quality based on price, and judging by the lack of reviews here also don't use Yelp!! (Sweetie, next year we're getting McDonalds...)

My mum and I stayed for two nights in August as part of a mother-daughter spa getaway. We loved our room and the location was perfect. We had a room with a small patio overlooking the garden. It was a great spot of drinking wine and wedding planning. The staff at both restaurants were lovely and the food was excellent. I have never had a bad meal at Langdon and I am looking forward to visiting again in the warmer months for lunch outside. The spa is dreamy. Make sure to check in 20-30 minutes early so you can enjoy the spa lounge and relax before your treatments. My mum and I had massages, scrubs and pedicures. All were excellent and would highly recommend them. We will be returning again for another spa getaway!

What a lovely place and less than an hour away from Mississauga. I don't know why I haven't been here before. The lovely large main house has a reception area and the dining room and bar. Our conference group was given a private area in the dining room with a set dinner and buffet breakfast. The food was good and is all made from scratch on site. They have a huge selection of teas as well. In the meeting room (off to the side beside the main house) we had a variety of drinks, coffees, Teas and snacks. The croissants are heavenly (yes I splurged even though they were not gf). The room was cozy and had 5 tables with 5 seats and 2 screens. The room I stayed in was on the 2nd floor in the same area as the conference room. It was large and beautiful. An area for coat and shoes, a closet. A washroom with toilet and sink, another washroom with tub, sink and shower, 2 double beds and a sitting area with sofa, tv and nice view of the yard. There is a spa on site, hiking trails, stables and lots of parking. There is also a pool and outdoor dining seating. Great close getaway place with lovely staff. Can't wait to come back for a leisure trip vs a conference

Langdon Hall was good but not great! After having lunch/dinner/breakfast/spa. It was definitely not great. Service was mediocre. We didn't get any unless we asked for it. example would be if your drinks were finished they wouldn't come by and ask you if you need more. I felt like we had to waive down someone everytime we needed something. I expect that a low end restaurant but definitely not Langdon hall. Food was hit and miss. Lunch was horrible complete fail I guess the head chef was out for lunch cause the food wasn't great. dishes were either bland or overly seasoned. Dinner was good I'd give it 4 stars the presentation of the dishes were stunning. We had a full tasting menu with wine pairing. The pace was a bit off our sommelier would have our wine poured and ready to go but our food wouldn't be ready yet. By the time the food arrived the glass of wine was almost done. The pacing was just all wrong. The sommelier should've topped up our glasses a little when the food came knowing it took so long to arrive at the table. Or at least check our glasses to see where we were at when the food arrived. The food itself was pretty good nothing mind blowing. I think the idea and creativity was there it just lacked execution in flavor. Breakfast was good had some great options like fried duck eggs, scrambled eggs with real crab meat. Overall no complaints here glad i was able to wake up for it. The Spa was nice. The massage I'd give it a 3 out of 5. It wasn't great but it wasn't awful but I was hoping to get something better for the price. I've had much much better massages at the local asian spas in Toronto than Langdon hall. It felt like she would work on one area for 1 min than go work on another area and go back the same area for another min. It was just meh. The decor, rooms, scenery, atmosphere was great all very relaxing and calming. Our attic rooms had a wood fireplace which we took advantage of and it was great! The bathroom had all the nice little touches like bath salt, slippers, and even shoe polish. Beds were very comfortable and the decor was really nice warm and cozy. The staff overall were very nice when you are getting serviced. Just lacked the fine touches. A 4 diamond establishment should have.

Full review blogged. Good, not great. Highlights below. The Why: The Number One hotel in Canada according to some sources - Five Diamonds, Relais et Chateau Rated, an off-the-beaten path gem, and an ever changing menu crafted by Chef Jonathan Gushue focused on the best local ingredients available - it seemed a perfect way to end our trip spanning from Toledo to Montreal and back. The Service: Elegant and formal but decidedly lacking the polish and charm of many similar restaurants I was actually somewhat surprised by the fact that only a single captain and server were working the room that evening. Perhaps an effect of the season or low number of diners there were periods where water went unfilled, plates sat empty, and presentations were bobbled that I simply would not expect from a restaurant of such stature. Lavender White Hot Chocolate: Generally not a fan of floral flavors this was highly recommended by our server and actually quite excellent, a light perfume of lavender with rich smooth sipping chocolate. Dressed Rabbit with duck liver mousse and Endive: In my opinion the best bite of the evening, this complementary amuse was perfect - the lean tartare of rabbit melded together by the creamy foie gras while endive and crisp onions kept it vibrant. House White and Wheat Bread with Salted Aged Butter: A top ten all time bread service, particularly considering there was only two options - the quality here was in the butter. Rich and decadent - literally as flavorful as an aged cheese and as good as many in Paris I really have no idea how much of this I ate, but I do know the bread was replenished twice and the butter thrice...and I don't think the ladies were responsible. Potato Fondue, Basil, Herb Chips, Sallers: This was awesome - probably more butter than potato and beautifully accented with the herbal elements while the crispy root vegetables added texture. Lobster, Partridgeberry Jus, Baby Beets, Parsnip, Red Onion, Rainbow Chard: My aunt's selection and everything the cod tongue could have been - perfectly executed lobster in a vegetal melange that reminded me of the cuisine out in northern California in terms of its freshness, refinement, and balance. At times bitter, at others earthy, but all the time with a slight overlying sweetness that played off the natural flavors of the shellfish. Roe Deer, Chickweed, Venison Bacon, Navet, Mustard Greens, Sunflower Crumble, Natural Jus: My selection - served medium-rare by Chef's choice - was small in portion but impressively lean and perfectly gamey, but even cooked perfectly still a bit dry. Having bathed other proteins in sauces and broths it is hard for me to determine why Gushue opted to go with largely dry accoutrements on this plate given the natural leanness of small deer but all-in-all it was a poor choice, particularly at a $44 price tag. Dark Chocolate Toffee Bar with Coco Nibs, Soused Cherry Ice Cream: By far the best of the desserts that afternoon, this was dry like a Kit-Kat yet melted like a semifreddo on the tongue. Bittersweet but bolstered by the intensely sour ice cream everything here from temperature to texture to taste was nicely balanced. Pine Scented Lemon Sponge Cake with Toasted Marshmallow and Citrus Frozen Yogurt: My mother ordered this for the citrus...she enjoyed it. To me it tasted much like Pine-sol smells. Texturally interesting to be sure, but most assuredly not my style. The Verdict: In many ways befitting of its tremendous accolades I couldn't help but depart Langdon Hall a bit disappointed. For many reasons a 'destination meal,' including location, sourcing, and setting the simple fact of the matter was that for over $100/pp after tax and tip there were just too many uninspiring courses at too much cost. While I don't doubt that both the front of the house and Chef Gushue's team in the kitchen can turn out an exemplary experience at Langdon Hall it would be hard for me to guarantee it to anyone based on my one experience and even harder for me to justify a return visit unless I otherwise found myself in the area.

Well Disappointed May be my fault As we changed arrival date at last minute Room ok Not great New Nice But "cold" Dinner Well Ordered fancy wine- "old" Dinner ok Up after 9 fancy meals on trip, just ok Service good Will try again

Refused to honour our request for outdoor dining, despite having a patio reservation (on a beautiful day + covid). When we arrived (after a long drive) we were told it was indoor dining only. No one was on the patio, so it was not a case of it being too busy. Will never go to Langdon Hall again.

Langdon Hall has many accolades in the media and prides itself as a luxury country house. I could not be more disappointed by not only the service and lack of attention to detail but also general lack of upkeep all-around. To cut a very long story short. The first thing I noticed upon arrival to our room were brown smudges on both the pillows on the bed as well as the duvet. The decorative plaid pillows and throw were covered in white stains (you read between the lines). It was filthy. I called the receptionist to let her know, received no apology, but a simple offer to send housekeeping in. I asked if I could change rooms and was told someone would be right in with keys to show us to another room. 25 minutes later, we were still waiting. Then, a staff barged in without knocking, holding a plate of fruit and treats. He quickly realized we had not yet been given keys to our new room, and the plate he was holding was meant for the guests that would be taking the current room we were in. We were then taken to our new room where all decorative pillows and throws had been removed (wondering if those needed a good clean too?). The wifi did not work for the duration of our stay and reception wasn't concerned about that either. The hotel had asked for any dietary restrictions during our stay upon booking. We had emailed as I am pregnant, with the short list of items I had to avoid (raw eggs/raw meat/unpasteurized cheeses/alcohol). When arriving at the restaurant, the staff had not been informed. I reiterated to the waiter. He pointed to the dishes I can have from the short menu - to which I had to point out that one had alcohol, while the other was a raw salmon dish. A couple minutes later, the water comes back with an amuse-bouche to start the meal, a kale mousse with aioli. "Isn't the aioli made with raw egg yolks?" I ask. "Oh, I'm not sure, I'll have to ask the kitchen". He came back and said "Yes, there is raw egg - but just a little bit". This is just a snippet of our experience at a so-called luxury establishment with a hefty price tag. We expressed our concerns to the reception, received no discount, no apologetic gesture. We were booked for two nights and only ended up staying one night to limit the damage. There are so many beautiful hotels in the country, this is absolutely not worth the money, the hype or the reputation.

My friends mother invited me here for high tea. I was super excited because I've never done high tea and I'm all about new experiences. Langdon hall is absolutely beautiful and has and old but refined charm to it. The service is exceptional, the food was great and they had a good selection of teas to choose from. High tea is something every mother and daughter should do. Aside from the beautiful estate I would have to say the highlight of the day was the cocktails. They had the most unique and flavourful cocktails. You can tell they put a lot of thought into the flavour profiles andd use quality ingredients. I had the white wine sangria tgat had strawberries and rhubarb in it. Soooo goood. Everyone's drink was amazing. I wanted to order another round but I came for the tea. It was definitely worth the 45 minute drive.

5 stars all around: food, ambiance, service. Lovely venue for any meal of the day, indoor or outdoor (the patio is beautiful). Very friendly service. We came for lunch and every dish was delicious. The octopus, the beef tartare, and the fish were amazing. Unfortunately no time for dessert, so I guess we have toq come back for a spa retreat!

This is a review of both the hotel facilities and the fine dining restaurant. Langdon Hall represents the epitome of the Relais & Chateaux experience. From the moment I drove up to the entrance, I was greeted by a pleasant young man who offered to take my bags. Check-in was a breeze although a touch before the 4p.m. check-in time, they suggested a stroll around the property. The Langdon Hall property is stunning, a tennis court for those itching for some exercise and a pool for lounging. The rose and vegetable garden were a joy to stroll through. While only about an hour outside of Toronto, it felt like I was transported to B&B in Napa. Strolling back into the main house, I was informed that my room was ready and my bags were already waiting for me in the room. The thought did cross my mind that the room was in fact ready when I initially checked in, but they wanted to provide an opportunity to peruse the property and to stow my bags in my room along with a lovely package of biscotti. The room was fantastic and spacious overlooking the rose garden in the cloister section of the property. Now onto the main event - FOOD! While some people love celebrities, I love chefs. And with Jonathan Gushue as the Master Chef at Langdon Hall, I knew I was in for a treat. Settling down, I was handed the menu along with a hefty wine list. Being the only somewhat drinker in my party, I was disappointed to see only full and half bottles on the list. A quick inquiry produced the wines-by-the-glass list. Heavy on the Ontario wines, I selected a 2008 Tawse Chardonnay. I will have to note though that the sommelier, while pleasant, quickly disappeared once she realized that we were not going to be consuming a significant amount of alcohol. Chef Gushue's tasting menu features the freshest from local purveyors and his vegetable garden. While it was tempting, I had my eye on a few items not on the tasting. Instead we opted for mid-course to share. Orders placed, a basket of bread with in-house churned butter. Amazing fresh bread paired with even better butter. Let's just say I polished off an entire basket and used the bread as an accompaniment to the butter rather than vice versa. For my appetizer, I selected the Butter Poached Lobster which tasted amazing and surprisingly light and fresh despite the richness of the lobster. I also conned one of my dining partners into sharing the Smoked Ham Hock and Foie Gras Presse with me as a mid-course. It arrive plated separately and was topped with a rose water liquid. Chunky, soupy and delicious it was the perfect balance of saltiness, sweetness from the rose water and creaminess from the foie gras. I'm always opposed to ordering two of the same thing at a restaurant, so when it came to ordering main courses, I had to flip for the duck breast. I lost, but ended up winning with the most delicate delicious lamb dish ever. Sourced from a local lamb farm, the lamb lacked the gamey flavour often found in New Zealand lamb and tasted almost like veal. Now onto the best part of the evening. As the diner who discriminates based on dessert menus, Landon Hall's had me intrigued. Torn between two dessert, the kitchen as a testament to their Relais & Chateaux level service managed to create smaller portions of two desserts. Arriving on the same plate separated by a chocolate "fence", the Baked Chocolate Mousse was dense and rich with fresh strawberries providing the necessary touch of juicy tangy-ness. I have to say the strawberries tasted as real strawberries should and definitely made the dessert. But the epic, mind-blowing other half of the plate was the Milk Chocolate Silk with Caramel Corn and Sweet Corn Ice Cream. Silky smooth chocolate with crunchy, chewy, slightly salty caramel corn was easily the best dessert I've ever had. Words cannot describe how amazing this dessert was - don't walk, don't run, beam yourself to Langdon Hall for this dessert. As if that wasn't enough, on the way out we ran into Executive Chef Jonathan Gushue. Chef-struck as I was, I stammered as I tried to convey my thanks and amazement of the meal. If he minded my stammering nonsense, he didn't elude to it as he handed me his personal business card and invited me to e-mail him the next time I planned to come. Hopefully next time I'll leave my stammering-self at home.

Top notch service, elegant ambiance and beautiful grounds. The food was awesome with decent portions and great presentation and flavour. About 2x what you'd pay in an average restaurant but worth it for the quality of local and organic ingredients.

Lunch. Pared down menu from years gone by ( dinner menu ? Interesting ) Roast turkey or soft egg wi celeriac - ugh ; maybe you have to be there .Beautiful date had tortellini stuffed wi foie gras or stuffed wi liver and Dr. Ballards.And fresh Lake Ontario scallops , slightly fishy , perfectly executed wi mushy pumpkin whatever . Fat boy here had raw tuna : odd , clean nose but again, mildly fishy . Beef rare excellent wi deep flavour. Breath taking wine list. Brilliant friendly sommelier . Pineapple wi coconut ice whatever just good. Plum pudding excellent despite ithaving to be sent back for subzero temp. Service -kind but uneven ; dirty dishes left on table through subsequent courses . Deteriorated from times gone by( or beholder rose tinted glasses for the past or jaded in the present) ? Try dinner?

A magical escape in the Ontario countryside! All aspects of this boutique property impressed us and our guests. -- The staff were friendly and kind -- Our room was absolutely perfect -- Our meals were delicious -- The property grounds & amenities were exceptional We'll definitely go return when we're back in Ontario.

My spa experience was very pleasant! Most of what you need are already provided: a bathrobe, flipflops, towels, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, cotton pads, a hair dryer, and even a razor. You can keep your valuables in the secured locker. There are massage rooms, a manicure/pedicure room and a spa lounge on the second floor. On the main level, there is a sauna, steam room and whirl pool tub. In this area, you can get a reusable water bottle and get cold, hot or carbonated water or you can purchase alcohol. There is a little terrace area with deckchairs where you can sunbathe. I'd recommend that you bring a bathing suit, so you can rest between the whirl pool tub, steam room and sauna. You should also arrive a little early to get changed and wait in the lounge area if you have a massage appointment. Overall, it is a small spa with one tub, one sauna room and one steam room, but you can combine your massage session with the rest. Everything seemed to be clean and well organized, and staff were friendly and professional.

This is the place to go if you want to get away. Isolated but with nice trails for walking. A golf course not too far away. The rooms are always beautiful & well kept. I got a room in the cloister wing, not far from the spa. The spa is a bit overpriced than what you would normally find in the city. But at a resort it's standard. Food is always delicious & they have an outdoor pool as well as a nice garden on the property

Went there for Sunday brunch with my family. It was a delightful and pleasant environment, the food was good but not as good as I would expect for $$$$ (great presentation/plating though). The wait staff were very friendly and attentive to certain details, but rather neglectful in other ways. For example, they were careful to ensure everyone was served his or her meal at the same time. But they messed up basic things like getting my order incorrect. The service was just incredibly slow too. I had to ask twice for a sommelier to help with wine selection, the wait between drinks/starter/main/dessert was ridiculous, I never received bread that was asked for twice. Even simple refills of water was not being attended to. And I realized after I had already left and paid the bill that I had been charged for a cocktail that was not ordered or received. If this were a $$ restaurant instead of $$$$, I would be giving it a 4-star review. But I have much higher expectations given the amount that I was paying.

There is an undeniable rustic elegance about Langdon Hall that you feel immediately upon entering the grounds and driving past the vast expanse of finely manicured lawns en route to the covered entrance. Unlike many hotels of today Langdon Hall seems completely unique and separated from the world beyond. And this is a positive attribute. Every room is unique and different from the next. Fireplaces abound. Small sitting nooks and exposed beams in the guest rooms add a certain charm you won't find in any large chain hotel - despite their best efforts to replicate the feeling. The grounds are really spectacular and warrant exploration. I didn't do nearly enough as I was there for work but the short walks were worthwhile and I only lament not having time for further constitutionals along the grounds. The food is absolutely top notch. Many of the fresh herbs and vegetables are grown on the grounds which is interesting but only if the quality is high. And I can assure you the quality is the highest. After three days at the hotel I ate a fair bit and nothing (short of a foie gras beignet) was short of delicious. There is also a spa at the resort which I didn't get the chance to use but if it matches the quality of the hotel and the food I'm certain it's not disappointing. Overall, if you're looking for a place to get away from the world, relax, be surrounded in luxury, be pampered by an ultra attentive staff this is the place for you.

We spent the holidays at Langdon Hall and never wanted to leave. The hotel lives up to its vaulted reviews. We love Relais Chateau properties and you feel the warmth of the service experience from the moment you pull up the beautiful driveway. The main house is extraordinarily charming and elegant but warm and welcoming. We had lunch in the Wilks Bar the first afternoon. there are fireplaces everywhere. I got cozy by a fireplace and caught up on emails while my husband and son played pool. I had a fantastic apple cider wasabi sour and my husband sampled some local beer on tap. Lunch was off the charts! Pig Cheek poutine, Caramelized Onion soup, Burratta and beet salad, Fresh halibut and chips, even the kids burger and fries were amazing.... Breakfast was more off the same quality. Farm fresh Country Breakfast with locally sourced cheeses, yogurt and Langdon maple granola, house made charcuterie and smoked salmon, freshly baked scones and home made preserves. Pumpkin frittata and Brioche French toast with vanilla bourbon syrup.........AMAZING The service everywhere on property was exemplary! Dinner was certainly the highlight of the trip and Chef Jonathan Gushue was in the kitchen. Most of the ingredients are locally sourced and you could see that evident in the flavor, quality and presentation. Some of the highlights were the Digby Scallop soup, Wild lake Huron trout, the Muscovy Duck, and the crisp Delft Blue Sweetbreads... There was a roaring fire outside the restaurant in the fire pit and it was snowing heavily. the staff organized smores for our son who was in seventh heaven! Several other guests joined in..the perfect ending to a magical evening and a wonderful visit to Langdon hall...

Seriously fabulous restaurant and venue. Had a meeting with a client here and we were given a conference room for the meeting before heading to dinner. The conference room was beautiful with homey touches here and there (no shoes allowed!) and delicious snacks to get us through a long meeting. Dinner was superb both the food and the service. For the appetizer, I had the lobster, followed by the veal and the candied violets for dessert. The sommelier was extremely knowledgeable (the wine he chose to pair with my veal was perfect) and I could have spent the day listening to how he described wines. Very delicious meal with great atmosphere and impeccable service. Would love to come back!

Thank you for making our wedding weekend so wonderful! From the moment we arrived everything was looked after for us and the staff were amazing! We can't wait to spend future anniversaries there! Our guests raved about the grounds, the food, the ambiance and the staff. All in all a perfect weekend! Thank you again, Sara and Eric Berman

Spa is extremely clean. I easily spent a few hours here hopping between the sauna, steam room and whirl pool. My massage was fantastic too!

This is a gorgeous estate. Beautiful dining area, with very luxurious rooms. The only reason this place is getting 3 stars instead of 4 or 5 is that the room I booked was inadequately cleaned. By inadequate, I mean there were flies and lady bugs all over the window area (more than 20). I only noticed it in the evening after we came back from dinner and since we were only staying one night, I didn't bother to say anything until check out the next morning. When I informed the front desk staff, they did not seem concerned at all. They simply thanked me for letting them know so that it could be cleaned up for the next guest. I was shocked and surprised that I spent about $ 1000 including dinner and room stay to be treated so nonchalantly....Now normally, I would actually take the time to let them know that this was unacceptable but it was my husband's bday and I didn't want to make a fuss. The very least they could have done is apologize and offer some sort of discount. I even took the time to send in a feedback survey and they did not even acknowledge what had happened. This place definitely left a poor impression on me.

By way of background the best food I have had in Toronto was at Scaramouche and in Canada was at Eigensinn Farm. Now that we have calibrated our palates lets proceed to my thoughts on Langdon Hall. This restaurant is good for: - Impressing a date; - Celebrating your grand parents 50th anniversary; - Seeking quietness. This restaurant will disappoint: - People who care about good value for their meal; - Foodies who have heard so much about this place and are excited to try; - Sticklers for good service. The grounds are stunning, the house is cozy and the laid-back staff makes you feel that you can just wonder through the place and experience its history first hand. I went there with my business partner and ordered the Venison Tartar, the romaine lettuce, the lamb, the scallops, the aged steak, the hen, and a bottle of Barolo to bring everything together. For desert we had the chocolate ganache, cheese, and caramel souffle. Starting with the appetizers. The tartar was phenomenal, but the romaine lettuce was disappointing. It was served with a morsel of pork, which felt like a failed attempt at a deconstructed ceaser salad. The mains were well beautifully plated and, except for the steak, they were delicious. The hen was succulent, the lamb flavorful, and the scallops cooked at the right temperature. The steak however was mediocre and lacking in flavor. The cheeses were very well curated and one of the best parts of the meal. The caramel souffle and the chocolate were an absolute disaster. There is nothing better than a terrible desert to spoil a good meal. The caramel souffle was excessively sweet to the point that you could not taste caramel in it, while the chocolate was unimaginative and felt like you would be better off had they served a chocolate bar from Winners. The service was also disappointing. While everyone was nice and tried to be helpful they lacked knowledge of what they served. Perhaps this may be an problem with management, as it appears they do not give their servers the food to try. The lack of knowledge was also evident when I asked for a long espresso and got a double espresso instead. The timing of service was also off. When we asked for coffee to be served with desert, our request was ignored and it came almost at the end. Additionally, we would often have to try for a long time to get a server's attention, which should not happen in a restaurant of this price range. Lastly, it was disappointing to have the sommelier pour most of our wine before any main was served. In my view, a good sommelier will make sure the bottle will last you for the meal. So. This leaves us with a restaurant that is extremely expensive for the quality of food it serves. My recommendation is to revamp the desert menu, to put more resources into training staff and to maintain that cozy atmosphere that makes us want to be there.

Celebrated our wedding anniversary here this month. The hotel rooms are extremely nice and well kept. Many small touches to add to the greatness of the experience. The wood fireplace was lovely. The restaurant was nice but had pretty small portions that was a bit overpriced. Nice that it is a good proximity to Toronto.

Afternoon Tea - Service was painfully slow. Not only were staff about 12 years old and utterly unsuited a $38 afternoon tea level of service but were dreadfully slow (we often went 20 minutes without seeing a server even look in our direction...it took almost a half an hour to go from getting our bill to paying for our bill). - We arrived to the table to find the butter/cream melted in the sun. Literally a pool of go. How can staff not see this and ensure that the jam/cream/butter is not placed on the table in advance of service and/or not left in the sun? - Tea selection was poor (three black teas) - Food was mediocre to uninspired. The scones were dense in a way that scones are simply not meant to be. Overall a very disappointing (and expensive) experience that won't be repeated.

I wanted to give a totally honest review, so people know exactly what to expect before you spend your money on Langdon Hall. Overall it was a cute experice, however the service is mediocre at best. I called several times for water/wine/food ect. and would have to call back twice of three times in order to actually get the correct order delivered to the room. The grounds & the amenities definitely need a renovation, along with several of the rooms. They had shingles falling off of the roof when I was there, and some of the stones around the pond were broken. Overall the food was decent, but I had a rather off-putting experience in their dining room. I ordered the Sablefish with white truffle. When the dish came, I cut into the filet and noticed a long, red, string-like object in the piece of fish. I thought maybe it was a vein, but then realized that it was in fact a parasite worm. Though super common in some types of fish - I certainly did not expect to get that on my $60 entree. I told the restaurant manager, and he actually tried to pass it off as a vein, until I compared the worm in my meal to an image on google. They took the entree off the bill - but that was it. Dinner was still $300 a person and I left hungry. Quite disappointing. For two nights, one dinner and one lunch the bill was just under $3,500 CAD. We had an upgraded room, but I would much rather spend that money on a 5 star hotel in the tropics. Aside from eating, there is not much else to do. Bottom line, Langdon Hall is tired, and could use a better fish supplier. If you're used to good service and high end hotels, this place just doesn't cut it.

My partner and I stayed at Langdon Hall for their New Year's Eve special night, and even though we were there for only one night, I can say that it is absolutely a great hotel on a picturesque estate with very welcoming service. We were able to snag a room with the fireplace in the cloisters, and it was a very charming room. My partner and I enjoy staying at the Relais & Château portfolio of properties because you know what to expect, and Langdon Hall does not disappoint on that score. The service was very friendly and comprehensive, and we didn't want for much while we were there. When we needed new logs for fireplace, someone came quickly, and when we requested help with our bags, it arrived promptly even though everyone was checking out at the same time and they have a relatively small staff. The bed was extremely comfortable, and the bathroom was large. The robes were fantastic. Perhaps the only quibble I have is that there are no personal toiletries and instead pump cans for shampoo and body wash; having big canisters of shampoo latched to the wall didn't really fit in with the vibe that the gorgeous room was giving out. Overall, I would definitely recommend a visit to Langdon Hall. It is a special place, and it was the highlight of our visit to Toronto, and truthfully, one of the main reasons we came. While obviously we were there in winter, I'm sure that Langdon Hall looks just as beautiful nestled in the forest with the flowers in bloom.

Langdon Hall is a gorgeous estate that has a spa, dining room, and accomodations. I first felt like I was driving to someone's house, but once on the property, I could see that this was a place to dine and/or relax. My review is based on the dining part of this establishment. I was there for the Country Breakfast Buffet. Food items were locally sourced and laid out nicely. The selection was small but of quality. There was an array of cheese, bread, smoked salmon, and freshly baked goods. There was one server for the dining room, which was okay, since it wasn't too busy. She brought us our tea and coffee promptly, and she chatted with us for a bit, telling us about the history of the building. All in all, a positive dining experience here. I will have to check out the spa the next time I'm in Cambridge.

This is an exceptional resort. From start to finish, we had an amazing time, and every little detail from food to fireplace to feather bed was taken care of perfectly. Staff were helpful and knowledgeable, and made sure that we got the most out of our stay. I can't wait to go back!

The place is absolutely breath taking it is rated 5 diamonds so it is topnotch , service is better then you can imagine, the food is very good. everything is grown there. I treated my hard working nurse girlfriend to a nice date ,she deserves it . The price irritated me a bit , you're in the land of one stalk of celery a spoon full of sauce and a lollipop of lamb for $55 (times 2 ) and that does not include the appetizer and the desert. it cost me less to have a very nice dinner at Gordon Ramsey Steak in Las Vegas a Michelin stars award chef and I had way much more on my plate including wine . A $300 + price tag which I am ok with since It was a nice reward for my g/f. I do understand the reputation and everything else that goes with it but still. 400 meters from there EasyPour( a little gem and still fancy) is 10 times better and affordable perfect for a date night with your love one and for a fraction of the price . Tea afternoon for $40 per person I am sorry but you have no reasons to charge that much for Earl grey tea I don't care how much sandwiches you serve with it even if you cover them in gold, tea cost $0. That being said let's go to Subway I am hungry ............

Beautiful presentation of extremely tasty food. Excellent service and lovely garden room.

Langdon Hall restuarant has one of the most beautiful, romantic settings you could ever ask for, in one of the only Relais et Chateau within striking distance of Waterloo. A beautiful building - the scent of the wood fireplace when you enter the main doors is enchanting. Service is, as to be expected in such a place, absolutely professional, prompt and correct. The staff go above and beyond to help their clients and ensure that your experience is an excellent one. It's all about the service and you can really enjoy being pampered here. The menu varies from season to season but we've eaten there for breakfasts, lunches and a dinner and it's always very good. If you can, try them for breakfast; their house-made baked goods are absolutely to die for (I believe they even make their own butter)! I think their lunch and breakfast are actually a much better value - you get the Langdon experience without paying the dinner prices. Very much worth the extra drive out to Blair; the perfect place to celebrate any special occasion.

Great food and amazing ambiance. The outdoor patio is wonderful.

Spa - had a thoroughly disappointing experience at the Langdon hall spa today. Hubbie and I drove out from Toronto for a relaxing spa day on the referral from many family members. While the treatments themselves were fine, the customer service was shockingly bad. There were several groups talking loudly in what should have been the quiet lounge area. We asked if there was a quiet room and were told this was it. They said the owners were aware of this issue and had plans to build other spaces. Great but how does that help me today? We could not find a quiet spot to read and relax before our treatments. The volume of the other guests was obnoxiously loud and the spa staff said nothing. We moved several times to try and find a quiet spot only to have other groups come. When I complained upon checkout I was told they were aware of the issue but didn't seem to have a solution. I suggested quiet signs and politely telling guests it was a quiet zone. But the staff didn't seem to accept that feedback nor care. Very disappointing and won't be going back.

My husband and I went there for our wedding anniversary. Everything was perfect, from the wine to the octopus. They added such a nice touch by writing 'Happy Anniversary' in chocolate on my desert plate. We will be going back.

We spent two nights at Langdon Hall on a gourmet package. The room was big, clean, well-planned, and very comfortable. The dining room was very handsome, and the food was superb. We had two meals from the "breakfast table" that were as good as any breakfast we've had. The breads and pastries especially were fine. The one three course dinner was great, my wife's halibut the best she ever had. But the highlight was the tasting menu the second night where course after course was simply outstanding. We have had Michelin star meals in Paris; this was equal or better in taste, presentation and quality.

I debated writing a review of this place because in the past we have loved it so much. But our last visit was beyond bad from start to finish. We arrived to find out the room we had booked wayyyyy in advance was not what we were getting. Instead we were put in a room that felt like a punishment. Loud, uncomfortable, huge let down and no effort to correct this. We went to the bar for a drink. We were not greeted except to remind us we had to hurry for the next reservation. We were served the most embarrassing anemic oysters. Dinner had more misses than hits, service at dinner was good. We went back to our uncomfortable room after, and had a terrible sleep due to the tiny bed and extreme noise. Breakfast was mediocre and tiny. I provided feedback and was completely and rudely ignored by staff. I filled out the survey afterwards and was not contacted by any staff member. We have been here many times- but this time we felt extremely unwelcome.

I was really looking forward to an overnight stay at Langdon Hall. We started our stay with a lovely massage, our rooms were fantastic and breakfast brunch table was phenomenal. The disappointing low light of our stay was dinner. We waited over 2 hours and still hadn't received our main course, meanwhile others seated after us had been served and finished their main course. There was no communication about when food would be coming or any accommodation by bringing bread or something to tide us over. (I was pregnant at the time) We ended up leaving without eating anything and had to search for dinner elsewhere in Cambridge. The hospitality staff really tried to make things right by paying for our dinner that we ate at 10:00, however it really tarnished our entire experience. I would also say that the amount of potholes on the road leading up to the property were horrendous and be careful not to ruin your car's alignment or tires.