Though this historic home is located in the sleepy Rideau Lakes village of Delta, it has a sophisticated ambience. That’s largely due to owners Deborah and David Peets, who gave up the bustle of Bay Street to restore the 1849 mansion with four guest rooms to its former glory. There is a sheen of modern luxury, including Aveda toiletries and quality linens. A two-bedroom self-catering apartment is suitable for families. Organic breakfasts and optional three-course prix fixe dinners are served in the windowed veranda or dining room. In town, explore the 1810 Old Stone Mill, now a national historic site. The Jones Falls lock station on nearby Rideau Canal is one of the highlights of the historic canal system. Rideau Valley is known for its antique hunting opportunities, including Mainly Antiques (613-359-6324) in Elgin, and Rideau Antiques (613-283-6490) near Lombardy.