The Designer House

SWORD DANCE
DOWNTOWN
EST. 1884

One of Toronto’s hidden gems
in historic Communities “Cabbagetown”

One of Cabbagetown's beautifully resorted Victorian homes. This historical community offers the opportunity to see unlimited number of beautiful gardens, sprawling parks, and is one of North America’s largest collection of preserved Victorian houses.

ThE ROOFTOP Terrace Suite

The rooftop suite is a spacious room with a private terrace. It includes a comfy queen size bed with custom furniture

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THe BLUE
AUSTEN Suite

The Blue Austen Room is a cozy and comfortable space. It includes a plush queen size bed with custom furniture

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THe Green Gambit Suite

The Green Gambit Room is a cozy and comfortable space. It includes a plush queen size bed with custom furniture

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MAKE YOUR STAY SPECIAL

EXPERIENCE THE BOUTIQUE DESIGNER HOUSE

SWORD DANCE

"Sword Dance", is how we name our house, it comes from the street name and also reminds of my heritage background. After many Euopean travels and experiencing many of their amazing accommodations, I want to bring experience home!

CABBAGETOWN

The Colours of Our Community

This historical community offers the opportunity to see unlimited number of beautiful gardens, sprawling parks, and is one of North America’s largest collection of preserved Victorian houses. Very culturally rich, trendy part of Toronto, vibrant with countless restaurants, shops with plenty of public transit.

SWORD DANCE

THE BISTRO GARDEN

Refresh your spirits and energy in our quiet and private garden. The space us surrounded by beautiful tended garden beds with a serene atmosphere to calm your soul.

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LOCALS TOP PICKS

Places To Eat

F'Amelia

Rustic trattoria in a cottage with hearty Italian food & world wines, plus a glass atrium & patio.
12 Amelia St, Toronto, ON M4X 1E1
Website: www.famelia.com • View Google Map

House on Parliament

Busy pub with dark-wood accents that pours local & global beers, plus chic bar bites & British fare.
Website: www.houseonparliament.com • View Google Map

Cluny Bistro & Boulangerie

Huge modern French bistro with updated classic fare & Gallic feel, from marble bar to tiled floors.
Website: clunybistro.com • View Google Map

Johnny G's Cafe

Laid-back joint that offers standard Canadian eats, including diner-style breakfasts & burgers.
Website: johnnygscafeandbar.ca • View Google Map

Maya Bay Thai

At Maya Bay we will deliver that experience just like you are in Thailand.
Website: mayabay.ca • View Google Map

Quick Bites

JetFuel Coffee Shop

Indie espresso joint with a passion for cycling, plus house-baked pastries & exposed-brick decor.
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Absolute Bakery & Cafe

French Style cakes, pastries and baked Goods Order Online · Cake Delivery available for Toronto/GTA.
Website: absolutecafe.ca • View Google Map

Saigon Pai

If you're on the hunt for authentic tasting, deliciously flavourful Thai and Vietnamese cuisines, then look no further than Saigon Pai.
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'Le Beau' Croissanterie

Espresso drinks & French-style pastries such as croissants & tarts served in a minimalist setting.
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Walkable Places of Interest

Distillery District

The pedestrian-only Distillery District, set in quaint 19th century buildings that once housed a large whiskey distillery, draws crowds to its cobblestone streets lined with hip indie restaurants, bars and boutiques. Art lovers come for the galleries, outdoor sculptures and dance, music and stage performances at the area's several theatres. In December, the annual Toronto Christmas Market takes over the streets.
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Riverdale Park & Farm

City park with a wading pool, a playground & a baseball field, plus a petite farm with sheep & pigs.
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Art Gallery of Ontario

The Art Gallery of Ontario is an art museum in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The museum is located in the Grange Park neighbourhood of downtown Toronto, on Dundas Street West between McCaul and Beverley streets just east of Chinatown.
Website: ago.ca • View Google Map

Allan Gardens Children's Conservatory Green House

The Conservatory dates back to 1858 when prominent local politician George Allan offered the Toronto Horticultural Society a five-acre parcel of land to develop a garden. In 1864, the City of Toronto purchased the surrounding lands from Mr Allan, which was then released to the Horticultural Society on the condition that the grounds be publicly accessible and free of charge.
Website: www.toronto.ca • View Google Map

Great Music & Performances

Mervish

The best entertainment in Toronto. Bringing musicals, dramas, comedies and more to the theatre stage for over 50 years.
www.mirvish.com

The Rex Jazz Club

The Rex, Toronto’s longest running jazz club, is host to some of the world’s finest musicians. With over 60 shows per month you’ll see the best Canadian talent and touring groups from around the world.
www.therex.ca • View Google Map

One of Toronto’s hidden gemsin historic Communities “Cabbagetown”