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2 out of 5
Solmundson Gesta Hus Bed & Breakfast
Manitoba 8, Hecla Island, MB

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 34 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

PRS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Owners were so friendly and their cooking was phenomenal! Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Denis, St. Pierre-Jolys, Mb

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very casual atmosphere. Delicious icelandic breakfast. Excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Horrible STINK goes with uninterested owners.
Apparently, the previous owner (grandparent of current owner) was wonderful and made this place great. New owners work other full-time jobs, and have little time or interest in maintaining the reputation. Dirty everywhere, including kitchen and fridge. Owners often away without notice and without locking up. No security for person or goods on site. Hot tub not working. No wifi. Zero amenities. Dog and three cats in house. The STINK is awful. Smells like a combination of pet feces, mould, and decay. Permeates every corner of the building, even with all windows wide open, including the outside front porch. Watch where you're walking, because pets defalcate anywhere, with no cleanup. Gardens are a mass of weeds. Dirty ash trays. Half waffle, 3 Icelandic waffles and 2 sausages for brekkie, with OJ and (Folgers?) tasteless coffee. All-in-all, have reported the facility to Manitoba Health, as it is not a safe place to stay. Stay away.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was beautiful! From the scenery to the house and the breakfast. Everything was excellent. We will be back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solmundson Gesta Hus is a charming house owned by a sweet couple: Jonathan & Sydney Caines. They are incredibly hospitable, professionally trained in the culinary arts, and are great sources of information about Hecla Island (history and present). The house is literally across the road from Lake Winnipeg and is surrounded by amazing scenery. If you visit, be aware there are roaming creatures, mainly Canadian geese, so watch your step. Highly recommended and well worth your drive (we drove 1200 km and did not regret a minute of it).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from Jonathan on 27 May 2019
Thanks for your review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Alvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Stay here in Spring or Fall - not summer.
The people running this B&B were great, as well as the big and delicious breakfasts. However, the air conditioning did not make it up to the 2nd floor, so the nights were way too hot. Hecla area is wonderful - enjoyed our time there. No WIFI was a bit of a bummer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rey, Winnipeg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place to stay near the beach
The owner and her family were very friendly and welcoming. We felt like we were staying in our own house. Except for minor clogged bathroom sink the house overall was very cleaned. We had a very good breakfast and the service was excellent. I would highly recommend this place to friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

GW, winnipeg, mb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lake Front B&B
This was our first time staying at a B&B and we would definitely do it again. Sharon is such a sweet lady and she makes the best crepes as well! She definitely makes you feel at home if not even better than home because you don't have to do anything but enjoy your surroundings! Who could ask for more!

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, Winnipeg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic little getaway
It was near the provincial campground where our kids and grandkids were camping and we could spend the day with them. The breakfasts were out of this world

8/10 Good

Rick, Winnipeg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice stay, owners very accommodating. Fabulous view fro porch. Authentic Icelandic breakfast very good.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet getaway
Hosts were warm and friendly. Lively chats around the table. Beautiful veranda for just sitting and looking at the lake. Nice that technology doesn't intrude there. A favorite place for peace and refreshment.

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve, Winnipeg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There were two of us, older ladies,who stayed two nights in Hecla at the B&B. The scenery was truly beautful, the air so fresh and our host and hostess made us very welcome. The hostess's gardens were a lovely site. It was somewhere I would go again for sure.
We so enjoyed your visit with us and hope to see you again. Thank you for staying with us and thank you for your lovely comments. Sharon

10/10 Excellent

E&K, Portage

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quaint jem off of the beaten path
Comfortable, homey feel. Owners warm, welcoming and accommodating. Opportunities to tour or just decompress depending upon your needs. Excellent homemade breakfast provided. Highly recommended!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not Recommended
Place smelled terrible, good for older people only. Did not stay....

10/10 Excellent

John, Saint Paul, MN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top notch B&B
Great hosts, beautiful setting, awesome home-made breakfasts!
Sunrise from Solmundson Gesta Hus; 30 July 2015

6/10 Okay

obet, winnipeg,mb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice & clean room
Room is clean. Breakfast food is really good & delicious.

10/10 Excellent

Greg, Winnipeg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our one night stay
A nice friendly greeting, followed by a tour of the guest house, amenities and a description of the local area. The room and adjoining bathroom were clean and tidy. Despite the season for fish-flies we were able to take long walks as it was so quiet and peaceful. Breakfast was served between 8 and 10 the following day and there was plenty of it. We are definitely planning on staying there either again this year or next year.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very relaxing, comforting. Extra guests gave a "family". Lots of hiking and walking if you choose to. Stairs to second floor were steep. If you have trouble with stairs, ask about the main floor bedroom.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice home friendly owners make sure you your comfortable.

10/10 Excellent

April, Winnipeg, MB

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice bed and breakfast right on the lake
A touch of heaven!! Peaceful and serene! Quaint village with many walking trails!

10/10 Excellent

Angie, Stonewall, Manitoba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Solmundson Gesta Hus Bed & Breakfast-Hecla Island
Lovely lakefront bed and breakfast. Great family atmosphere, We had the queen ensuite which included the three piece bath. Veranda faces the lake in Hecla Village. Great homemade breakfast which included omlets, bacon, toast, homemade jams and a variety of fruit and juice. Very cosy.

10/10 Excellent

Mila Sailer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

shirley rayner, winnipeg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great painting destination
I went to Hecla specifically to sketch and paint. This is a great destination; lots of material including historical buildings, lake and even on boats and a bombadier. Also, the marsh at sunset was really beautiful

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming B&B in Hecla Village.
Sharon and Dave were wonderful hosts and made us feel very welcome in their home. After an interesting visit with our hosts later in the evening we watched stars from the outdoor hottub. Breakfast the next morning was delicious.

10/10 Excellent

philippe hudon, saint-david de falardeau

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
b and b on beautifull island
Sharon is a good host ( when smiles and you have to do that for her ) and is bettered only by her cooking. Dave is a story teller and will keep you on your toes.Overall a very pleasant stay and would recommend ...

10/10 Excellent

C. Douglas, Steinbach, MB

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Solmundson's is wonderful!
My friend and I spent only one night (unfortunately!) at this lovely Bed and Breakfast. We were treated to wonderful hospitality there. The food was beyond description in so few words. The hostess went above and beyond expectation in providing us with a quiet, restful, and informative respite. We would definitely stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

Diana Gibson, Winnipeg, MB

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just like home!
Loved it. It was very comfortable the hostess was very welcoming. Everything was clean. The breakfasts were outstanding. We were able to use a hot tub which was fun. The location is ideal if you want quiet and beauty with access to other things a short drive away. The only problem we had was the biks. One had no brakes and the other a very crooked back wheel. But we had fun neverthe less!

8/10 Good

Sue, Manitoba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
quiet, friendly recluse
We spent 3 nights here. Sharon and Dave are gracious hosts, with lots of personal information about the area. She served us wonderful breakfasts and a dinner. The use of the hot tub, gazeebo, bbq, and veranda were nice additions. Very quiet and private compared to a hotel.

10/10 Excellent

D.S &S.S., Winnipeg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Visit to Hecla Island
Our hostess showed great hospitality, we felt very at ease and comfortable in her home.. She served us a delicious breakfast and took us on a very informative tour of the heritage buildings on Hecla. island. The view from her front porch was very great, watched the pelicans waiting for fish. Enjoyed our stay.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a wonderful place to stay and be well taken care of. The hospitality and food was excellent. Sharon and Dave were great hosts and Sharon made a fabulous breakfast each morning I stayed there. I got a very good history lesson of the area plus the art of ice fishing from them both. I would highly recommend the Solmundson Gesta Hus Bed & Breakfast and hope to stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

Stefan, Berlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sehr liebevolle Gastgeber in der Idylle
Direkt am Lake Winnipeg in unmittelbarer Nähe zum Lake Winnipeg liegt dieses schöne Gästehaus. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt! Wenn man in dieser Region ist,sollte man sich dort ein Zimmer nehmen. Sehr bemüht waren sie auch ums Frühstück!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018