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Langdon Hall
Category: Event Planning & Services Hotels Hotels & Travel Hotels Hotels [Edit]
1 Langdon DrCambridge, ON N3H 4R8
(519) 740-2100
- Price Range:
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- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
4 reviews for Langdon Hall
4 reviews in English
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Review from Josh M.
9/17/2010
There is an undeniable rustic elegance about Langdon Hall that you feel immediately upon entering the grounds and driving past the vast expanse of finely manicured lawns en route to the covered entrance.
Unlike many hotels of today Langdon Hall seems completely unique and separated from the world beyond. And this is a positive attribute. Every room is unique and different from the next. Fireplaces abound. Small sitting nooks and exposed beams in the guest rooms add a certain charm you won't find in any large chain hotel - despite their best efforts to replicate the feeling.
The grounds are really spectacular and warrant exploration. I didn't do nearly enough as I was there for work but the short walks were worthwhile and I only lament not having time for further constitutionals along the grounds.
The food is absolutely top notch. Many of the fresh herbs and vegetables are grown on the grounds which is interesting but only if the quality is high. And I can assure you the quality is the highest. After three days at the hotel I ate a fair bit and nothing (short of a foie gras beignet) was short of delicious.
There is also a spa at the resort which I didn't get the chance to use but if it matches the quality of the hotel and the food I'm certain it's not disappointing.
Overall, if you're looking for a place to get away from the world, relax, be surrounded in luxury, be pampered by an ultra attentive staff this is the place for you. -
Review from Jessica C.
Toronto, ON
9/13/2010
This is a review of both the hotel facilities and the fine dining restaurant.
Langdon Hall represents the epitome of the Relais & Chateaux experience. From the moment I drove up to the entrance, I was greeted by a pleasant young man who offered to take my bags. Check-in was a breeze although a touch before the 4p.m. check-in time, they suggested a stroll around the property.
The Langdon Hall property is stunning, a tennis court for those itching for some exercise and a pool for lounging. The rose and vegetable garden were a joy to stroll through. While only about an hour outside of Toronto, it felt like I was transported to B&B in Napa.
Strolling back into the main house, I was informed that my room was ready and my bags were already waiting for me in the room. The thought did cross my mind that the room was in fact ready when I initially checked in, but they wanted to provide an opportunity to peruse the property and to stow my bags in my room along with a lovely package of biscotti. The room was fantastic and spacious overlooking the rose garden in the cloister section of the property.
Now onto the main event - FOOD!
While some people love celebrities, I love chefs. And with Jonathan Gushue as the Master Chef at Langdon Hall, I knew I was in for a treat.
Settling down, I was handed the menu along with a hefty wine list. Being the only somewhat drinker in my party, I was disappointed to see only full and half bottles on the list. A quick inquiry produced the wines-by-the-glass list. Heavy on the Ontario wines, I selected a 2008 Tawse Chardonnay. I will have to note though that the sommelier, while pleasant, quickly disappeared once she realized that we were not going to be consuming a significant amount of alcohol.
Chef Gushue's tasting menu features the freshest from local purveyors and his vegetable garden. While it was tempting, I had my eye on a few items not on the tasting. Instead we opted for mid-course to share.
Orders placed, a basket of bread with in-house churned butter. Amazing fresh bread paired with even better butter. Let's just say I polished off an entire basket and used the bread as an accompaniment to the butter rather than vice versa.
For my appetizer, I selected the Butter Poached Lobster which tasted amazing and surprisingly light and fresh despite the richness of the lobster.
I also conned one of my dining partners into sharing the Smoked Ham Hock and Foie Gras Presse with me as a mid-course. It arrive plated separately and was topped with a rose water liquid. Chunky, soupy and delicious it was the perfect balance of saltiness, sweetness from the rose water and creaminess from the foie gras.
I'm always opposed to ordering two of the same thing at a restaurant, so when it came to ordering main courses, I had to flip for the duck breast. I lost, but ended up winning with the most delicate delicious lamb dish ever. Sourced from a local lamb farm, the lamb lacked the gamey flavour often found in New Zealand lamb and tasted almost like veal.
Now onto the best part of the evening. As the diner who discriminates based on dessert menus, Landon Hall's had me intrigued. Torn between two dessert, the kitchen as a testament to their Relais & Chateaux level service managed to create smaller portions of two desserts.
Arriving on the same plate separated by a chocolate "fence", the Baked Chocolate Mousse was dense and rich with fresh strawberries providing the necessary touch of juicy tangy-ness. I have to say the strawberries tasted as real strawberries should and definitely made the dessert. But the epic, mind-blowing other half of the plate was the Milk Chocolate Silk with Caramel Corn and Sweet Corn Ice Cream. Silky smooth chocolate with crunchy, chewy, slightly salty caramel corn was easily the best dessert I've ever had. Words cannot describe how amazing this dessert was - don't walk, don't run, beam yourself to Langdon Hall for this dessert.
As if that wasn't enough, on the way out we ran into Executive Chef Jonathan Gushue. Chef-struck as I was, I stammered as I tried to convey my thanks and amazement of the meal. If he minded my stammering nonsense, he didn't elude to it as he handed me his personal business card and invited me to e-mail him the next time I planned to come. Hopefully next time I'll leave my stammering-self at home. -
Review from Richie S.
Just confirmed what I already knew. Beautiful place. Great grounds for strolling around. Bed & Breakfast, fine dining restaurant, wine tastings, etc.
Rooms are huge with old school trimmings with working fireplaces.
The interior of the main house lets guests hang out in the bar, pool room, the conservatory during the colder months and in the summer there are a few trails, veggie garden, pool, tennis court, but I'm again going to say I'm here for the food.
Started with cocktails, terrine & foie gras and seared tuna. The terrine/foie gras were outstanding. Seared tuna by itself was a little blah until the "honey water" was incorporated - a taste like a vinaigrette but added so much to this light dish.
Next, bison striploin with pressed oxtail and lobster with smoked butter. Bison was cooked medium-rare and had a double-smoked bacon wrap. Man, it was incroyable. Parsnip puree that it came with was a great accompaniment. Lobster had a slight hint of vanilla and was exquisite.
Dessert was chocolate-based, but I was more interested in the cheeses with ice wine and port. 10-15 selections to choose from and I may now have a second favourite of all-time with the Vento D'estate (funnily enough, I'm pretty sure they get it from The Cheese Boutique).
With a nice bottle of white, it was as close to a perfect dinner as you can get.
Breakfast in the morning had a set menu, but also a huge table with fresh fruit, muffins, croissants, pain au chocolat, etc. to choose from. Eggs Benny with ham from St. Jacob's and was lovely and light on a butter milk biscuit. French toast was brilliant and made perfect with the Peach & Ginger Compote.
I can't wait to come back. Anyone know where I can sell my first born?Listed in: Mmmmeat, Best Places to Get Some, It rubs the lotion on it's…, Fine Dining Establishments
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1/18/2010 First to Review
Wow. Decadence.
I've visited here a couple times (both times with the good luck of having gift… Read more »
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Review from Sara G.
6/14/2010 1 Check-in Here
Thank you for making our wedding weekend so wonderful! From the moment we arrived everything was looked after for us and the staff were amazing! We can't wait to spend future anniversaries there! Our guests raved about the grounds, the food, the ambiance and the staff. All in all a perfect weekend!
Thank you again,
Sara and Eric Berman
