Distillery Homes
Stories, local guides, and thoughts from Walkerville.
May 24, 2026 · 7 min read · Weddings & Events
A large private garden, tent-ready grounds, and two separate heritage homes on one estate — exclusively yours for the weekend. The Walkerville Distillery House is Windsor, Ontario's most distinctive wedding venue.
Read article →May 24, 2026 · 6 min read · Events
July 18, 2026 — Wyandotte Street East closes to traffic from Lincoln Road to Devonshire Road for 11 hours of free art, live music, local artisan vendors, and food specials. Here's everything you need to know, and why staying in Walkerville makes it even better.
Read article →March 18, 2026 · 10 min read · Local History
In 1858, a Detroit grocer crossed the river and bought a piece of land nobody else wanted. What Hiram Walker built there — Canadian Club whisky, Willistead Manor, one of Canada's first planned towns — changed Ontario forever.
Read article →March 18, 2026 · 4 min read · New at Distillery Homes
Brand new top-of-the-line cruiser bikes are now available to rent at any of our Walkerville properties — April through November. Reserve in advance or rent on arrival. Explore the riverfront trail, Willistead Manor, and Wyandotte Street on two wheels.
Read article →March 1, 2026 · 4 min read · Transportation
Private, eco-friendly transfers from Windsor to Detroit Metropolitan Airport, Windsor Airport, Windsor hospitals, and Detroit events. Zero emissions, fully licensed driver, advance booking.
Read article →March 8, 2026 · 5 min read · Events
Four Friday nights — June 26, July 31, August 28, September 25 — on Argyle Road in the heart of Walkerville. Local vendors, food trucks, live music, and cold craft beer. Free admission, steps from Distillery Homes.
Read article →February 22, 2026 · 6 min read · Arts & Culture
Artcite Inc. has been Windsor's foremost non-profit, artist-run centre since 1982 — presenting contemporary art in Ford City and Walkerville. We regularly host its visiting artists and offer discounted rates for those who book direct.
Read article →March 14, 2026 · 10 min read · Local Guide
The complete insider guide to Walkerville — from Anchor Coffee and Ortona 1864 to Nauti V's Oyster Bar, Walkerville Brewery, Wineology's rooftop, and Willistead Manor. Everything within walking distance of our properties.
Read guide →February 12, 2026 · 7 min read
A $14M Distillery District revival, Amtrak trains proposed through the Detroit River tunnel, and a surge of US visitors from Michigan and Ohio — Walkerville is having its moment. Here's what's happening and why Distillery Homes puts you at the centre of it.
Read article →January 18, 2026 · 5 min read
Hotels have lost their appeal. Rising costs, shrinking rooms, and safety concerns have families and business travellers searching for something better. Here's why more people are choosing a private heritage home in Walkerville instead.
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