Welcome to Hills! Stay in the Bike Suite, a bright pet-friendly ground floor apartment in a restored historic building in downtown Meaford. Enjoy Saavy Coffee House in the building and a bike shop two doors down, then relax in a cozy space with a full kitchen, queen Endy bed, sofa bed and smart TV. Free street and lot parking nearby, or reserve an assigned spot across the street for $15/night. Walk to the harbour, trails, shops and restaurants in minutes.
Escape to your cozy base in downtown Meaford! The Bike Suite at Hills is a bright, pet-friendly ground-floor apartment in a lovingly restored historic building just steps from Georgian Bay, the harbour, and Meaford’s main street. Wake up, grab a coffee at Saavy Coffee House right in the building, explore trails and shops all day, then come back to relax in a fresh, well-designed space that has everything you need for a comfortable stay.
Perfect for a biking getaway, ski trip, work-from-anywhere week, or a dog-friendly escape, the Bike Suite is your easy, walkable home in Meaford.
♛ WELCOME TO THE BIKE SUITE AT HILLS ♛
Once known as Hill’s Dairy, this 100-year-old building has been converted into four boutique rental suites: Hike, Bike, Ski, and Paddle. The Bike Suite is a pet-friendly unit and is located on the ground floor: ideal for easy access with luggage, gear, or pups.
Step inside to an inviting, open-concept space with:
- A fully stocked kitchen
- Dining area for four
- Cozy living room with a pull-out couch
- A quiet bedroom with a comfy queen bed
- A clean, modern bathroom with walk-in shower
This is a great choice for couples, small families, solo travellers, or guests with pets who want to be close to everything Meaford has to offer.
★ MAIN LIVING SPACE ★
The Bike Suite is designed for comfort and simplicity, with lots of natural light and all the essentials you’d expect in a well-run short-term rental.
✔ Open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area
✔ Large windows letting in natural light
✔ Pet-friendly layout
✔ Great for relaxing after a day out exploring
★ Living Room ★
A comfy, casual space to unwind after a day on the trails, at the beach, or exploring town.
✔ Chaise sectional sofa (pulls out to a double bed)
✔ Additional armchairs
✔ Smart TV (Netflix + log in with your own streaming accounts)
✔ Side table & soft lighting
✔ Open to kitchen & dining area, ideal for hanging out together
★ Kitchen & Dining ★
Prepare simple breakfasts, pack trail lunches, or cook full dinners. The kitchen is thoughtfully equipped with what you need.
✔ Full-sized stove & oven
✔ Full-sized fridge & freezer
✔ Microwave
✔ Coffee maker & kettle
✔ Toaster
✔ Pots, pans, utensils & cooking tools
✔ Dishes, glasses, mugs, cutlery
✔ Kitchen staples: tea, coffee, basic condiments, cooking oil, salt & pepper, food wrap, foil, etc.
The dining table seats 4, making it a great spot for meals, board games, or working remotely.
✔ Dining table with seating for 4
★ Sleeping Arrangements – 1 Bedroom + Sofa Bed ★
The Bike Suite comfortably sleeps up to 4 guests:
♛ Bedroom:
- Queen-size bed with Endy mattress
- Premium pillows, linens, and duvet
- Dresser for clothing storage
- Hooks/space for bags or coats
♛ Living Room:
- Pull-out double sofa bed
- Ideal for kids or additional guests
★ Bathroom ★
The bathroom is modern, bright, and practical, with everything you need for a comfortable stay.
✔ Walk-in shower
✔ Vanity with storage
✔ Mirror & good lighting
✔ Towels provided
✔ Starter supply of essentials (hand soap, body wash, shampoo, toilet paper)
★ PET-FRIENDLY SUITE ★
The Bike Suite is one of two pet-friendly unit at Hills, making it a great choice if you’re travelling with your dog.
✔ Pets welcome (please include them in your booking)
✔ Easy ground-floor access
✔ Meaford has a great dog park and dog-friendly waterfront areas
We simply ask that:
- Pets are not left unattended unless crated
- You clean up after your pet
- Pets are kept off the furniture where possible
- Pets do not disturb neighbours in other suites
♛ COFFEE, BIKES & LOCAL VIBES ♛
One of the best parts about staying at Hills is how connected you are to the community:
☕ Saavy Coffee House – located right in the building
- Amazing coffee, chai, and baked goods
- Perfect for mornings or an afternoon pick-me-up
🚲 Bike shop two doors down
- Basic bike repairs
- Bike and e-bike rentals (seasonal)
- Great local route advice for the Georgian Trail & area
We also partner with local businesses and outfitters (like Free Spirit Tours) to help you make the most of your time in South Georgian Bay.
♛ LOCATION – DOWNTOWN MEAFORD ♛
The Bike Suite puts you in the heart of it all:
✔ Steps to Meaford’s main street
✔ Short walk to the harbour & Georgian Bay
✔ Easy access to the Georgian Trail and Trout Hollow Trail
✔ Restaurants, pubs, cafes, and shops all within walking distance
✔ 10 minutes to Thornbury
✔ 20–25 minutes to Blue Mountain
Meaford is a true four-season playground with live theatre, concerts, local food, unique shops, nature at your doorstep, and a beautiful waterfront. It’s also proudly an LGBTQ+ friendly town.
★ 🚗 PARKING – FREE & PAID OPTIONS ★
You now have two options for parking when you stay in the Bike Suite:
1) Optional Reserved Parking – $15/night
- Guests in the Bike Suite can choose to reserve a dedicated parking spot across the street: Spot #1 at 13 Sykes St S (private lot) for $15/night, subject to availability
- Great if you want the peace of mind of having a guaranteed spot, especially in busy or winter months.
- If you’d like to add this to your stay, just let us know after booking.
2) Free Parking
- Meaford offers free street parking and free municipal parking lots nearby:
- Public lot across the street (except during winter overnight restrictions)
- Street parking on surrounding roads
Winter Parking (Nov 15 – Apr 1)
- During the winter, Meaford has overnight parking restrictions for snow removal:
- From 2:00am–6:00am, overnight parking is only allowed in Market Square, located at 12 Nelson Street East (about a 3-minute walk away).
- The lot has two rows marked ODD and EVEN based on the calendar date. Please follow the signs carefully to avoid tickets.
- Reserved parking in our paid spot at 13 Sykes St S is the easiest way to avoid the winter parking shuffle, but the free options remain available if you prefer.
★ GUEST ACCESS & CHECK-IN ★
You’ll have access to the entire Bike Suite:
✔ Bedroom
✔ Bathroom
✔ Kitchen
✔ Dining & living area
The entrance stairwell is shared with other Hills suites, but your unit is fully private.
- Self check-in with a smart lock
- You’ll receive detailed check-in instructions and a digital guidebook before arrival
★ HOST AVAILABILITY ★
All units at Hills are managed by Kylie. She travels throughout Southern Ontario and isn’t always on-site, but:
✔ Available via VRBO/booking messaging
✔ Quick to respond and happy to help
✔ Occasionally, a team member may be in the shop to assist
You’ll also receive a Hostfully digital guidebook with everything you need:
- Check-in details
- Parking instructions
- Appliance info
- Local recommendations
★ OTHER THINGS TO NOTE ★
- Linens & towels provided (please bring your own beach towels)
- Baseboard heating & wall AC unit
- No smoking or vaping indoors
- Quiet hours: 11pm–8am (100-year-old building; sound travels)
- Minut noise/comfort sensor in use (monitors noise level, temperature, humidity, and occupancy patterns, but does not record audio)
We kindly ask you to treat the Bike Suite and Hills as you would your own home, so future guests, and maybe you on your next visit, can enjoy it just as much.
We can’t wait to welcome you to Hills in Meaford! 🐾🚲☕💚
** 🏠 Occupancy & Visitors **
- Maximum of 4 guests allowed in the suite.
- No additional visitors beyond those listed on the reservation are permitted.
- Please note: The nightly rate includes up to 2 guests. Each additional guest beyond 2 is subject to a $30 per person, per night fee. Be sure your reservation reflects your full group size at the time of booking.
- Thank you for helping us maintain a quiet and safe environment for all guests.
** 🐾 Pets **
- Pets must never be left unattended in the suite unless safely crated.
- Please ensure any approved pets are included in your reservation with the $60 pet fee noted
- Pets must not disturb neighbours in other suites.
** 🔇 Noise, Behaviour & Events **
- No parties or events permitted.
- Quiet hours are 11:00 PM – 8:00 AM, as per Meaford by-laws.
- This is a 100-year-old building - sound travels easily. Please be mindful of your neighbours.
** 🚭 Smoking **
- No smoking or vaping indoors.
- If smoking outdoors, please do so across the street, away from entrances and the coffee shop.
- Dispose of cigarette butts responsibly.
** ✨ Suite Etiquette **
- Hills is a no-shoes building - please remove shoes upon entering your suite.
- Lock the door whenever you leave the unit.
- Turn off lights when not in use - let’s be energy conscious together!
