Welcome to The Corkscrew Inn Vancouver B&B

The Corkscrew Inn Vancouver B&B is a completely restored heritage home on a quiet street in Kitsilano, one of the earliest residential districts of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

This area of Vancouver was forest until after 1909, when the first streetcar line opened on 4th Avenue, two blocks south of us. A building boom occurred in 1910 - 1913, and our neighbourhood retains many of the original homes constructed in that time.

Our house, in the classic frame style, seasoned with Edwardian and Craftsman components, was built in 1912 and substantially re-built 90 years later. The safeguards (sprinklers, smoke alarms, security system) and comforts (in-floor heat, ensuite bathrooms) of modern homes have been discreetly incorporated into the design. In the process, we restored or re-used as much of the original building material as we could, and we're very proud of the result. In April, 2004, we were honoured to receive a Heritage Award from the City of Vancouver.

We hope you'll make yourself at home here. We encourage guests to make full use of the common areas. Don't be concerned that you are intruding on the innkeeper's privacy; we have our own space.

Featuring:

• an extensive collection of corkscrews from the 18th and 19th centuries
• period decorated bedrooms with antique furnishings, all with ensuite bathrooms, windows that open, telephone, cable television, and wired and wireless ADSL computer connections
• the world's largest collection of bar corkscrews
• a 25,000 piece glass mosaic floor
• full gourmet breakfast or a continental breakfast option for smaller appetites
• over five dozen stained glass windows, featuring corkscrews
• selected rooms featuring French doors opening onto private balconies, soaker tubs and fireplaces
• a historical display of wine bottles and related wine tools
• a sideboard with kettle for hot beverages and snacks; guest refrigerators on each floor
• a wine cellar which guests may reserve for a romantic, self catered, candle-lit dinner
• ocean, parks, public transit, tennis courts, pubs and restaurants within a three-block radius
• a five to ten minute stroll to dozens of specialty shops, boutiques and fine restaurants

	The spacious veranda with its sunny southern exposure is the ideal spot for morning coffee, an afternoon read, or a summer evening picnic.
South veranda

The cozy parlour welcomes you in from your winter walk on the beach. Brew yourself a pot of tea or coffee (if you haven't made a detour to our neighbourhood wine store) and relax beside the fire or view the corkscrews on exhibit.
	Guest Parlour

Dining Room

	In our dining room is the guest sideboard with a sink, kettle, French press coffee pot, teapot, many teas, hot chocolate, and a fridge containing ground coffee, yogurt (fresh fruit is on the dining room table), cream and milk. Other late afternoon or midnight (depending on your time zone) snack items include cookies, biscuits and cereal.

The birds love to watch our guests eating breakfast.

	French doors open north to the covered back veranda (our only smoking area) and stairs to the back garden.
North veranda

Watch for the corkscrew showcase on your left as you reach the top of the stairs, and don't miss the leaded glass skylight in the upstairs hall. In the armoire you'll find a small refrigerator, an iron and ironing board, tennis rackets and balls and other handy items to borrow if you need them.

The door on the west side of the house leads to our wine cellar-museum. Plan ahead for a candle-lit dinner; lots of nearby restaurants offer carry-out meals.
	The Wine Museum

We hope you'll enjoy relaxing in our quiet garden.

Your Innkeepers - Karen Craig and Wayne Meadows

Karen, our General Manager, was born and raised in Saskatchewan. She arrived in Vancouver five years ago and now calls Kitsilano home. She comes to the Inn from a background as a professional baker.

Karen loves to be outdoors and enjoys exploring the local area. Many days she can be found running by Kits Beach or up the Grouse Grind trail. She looks forward to making your stay an enjoyable one.

Wayne retired from a worldwide sales and marketing business in the high-tech world in 2000. He has been an avid winemaker and collector of corkscrews and wine paraphernalia since the early 1970's. He also collects many other things, including pre-1900 toy guns, Asian padlocks and betel cutters.

Wayne is the author of the definitive reference book - Compendium of Bar Corkscrews.