In the cover of the guest book, we have enclosed an invitation to our guests to write a short note on their experience at the B&B:
“Come and write a note for me and I will always remember thee”
We have not used last names to protect privacy – but these are the words of our guests!
March 21, 2025
Thank you, Bev and Fraser. Your gracious and kind hospitality was much appreciated and notable. The extra breakfast food and your caring was wonderful as it made our stay very enjoyable. The cottage was everything you said it was; historic, rustic and welcoming!
Bev, I think you are honest and forthcoming and very approachable person that made the stay very memorable thank you again.
Barb
Feb 21-23 2025
Manitoba’s hidden gem. The antiques, history, and all the thought put into the modern amenities are incredible. Is truly hard to leave. Thank you for your hospitality, Bev and Fraser and for sharing this beautiful history with us.
Megan and Koraley
PS the dogs kept growling at one area in the living room perhaps the ghosts (edit – likely at the leopard rug stored there?
January 31st to February 2nd 2025
What a wonderful place! We really enjoyed our stay
Karen, Warren, Morgan& Jim
January 27th to 29th 2825
What a wonderful experience, so much history, that comes alive in this place. Really enjoyed it and so did our children. It was a blessing to experience this place. God is so good
Richelle, Virginia, Karen, Shandra, Larry
January 3rd 2025
Another spectacular time, thank you, your kindness is very much appreciated – see you next year
Mina Nancy and Garrett
December 2024
Thank you for being the stewards of this piece of history but keeping the stories of all the three fell families alive. You given others a chance to swing back to a time that some cannot imagine.
Thank you for sharing your paradise
Jan
November 17th 2024
As young person who always loves going to the Man and Nature museum this was a spectacular treat. Perfect get away from the city. Thank you for everything you- Bev and Fraser
Jocelyn
October 16th 2024
Thank you, Bev and Fraser,
As always, our Thanksgiving weekend was fantastic! Yeah! we are all we’re very happy to have this opportunity again this year it was perfect retreat and you two the perfect hosts
See you both next year.
Thank you for sharing such a special place
Pierre, Maggie, Jonathan and Jesse
September 22nd 2024
Thank you for a wonderful stay in this unique place. We had a nice dinner with my family that we don’t see often as we do not live close to each other period so thankful to have found this place with such welcoming hosts. Looking forward to a return visit
Allison & Kate
August 28th to September 1st
Awesome fishing, weather was great. Still hard to believe you can catch 20 LB catfish like they are bluegill. This always ranks as one of my best trips. This truly is a great house and property
Jeff
August 19th to the 21st 2024
The Edison gramophone got a lot of use during our stay. This became a home away from home for us. Your hospitality will not be forgotten thank you
Nicole and Eric
August 27th to 29th 2024
thank you once again for the wonderful stay in this lovely old home. We really enjoy our time here. Goodman’s
July 19th
it’s even more dreamy than I imagined. Wouldn’t mind being snowed in at this house. Many thanks to Bev and Fraser
Karen
July 17
A fascinating emporium of Red River lore. Will return with more time in hand to explore, explore, explore!
JD
July 11th to 15th 2020
Thank you for sharing your wonderful hospitality com beauty of place and this history which leads to world imagination. Many appreciations.
Marcia
July 4 two nights 20 23 2024
What a beautiful place to stay. Its like stepping into a bygone era.
Bev and Fraser you have done a great job of preserving history while also providing a place of peace setting to enjoy God’s wonderful creation. Blessings to you and your family
Rich and Violet
June 28th -30th 2024
Thank you, Bev and Fraser, for a wonderful July long weekend. Breakfast was awesome! Yard is beautiful. You both put much time and effort into creating such a wonderful family getaway. We loved all of the history in your home. Till we stay again, thank you
Samantha and Stephen
June 6th to June 22nd –
Tthe Thomas Bunn House was used by Radio/Canada for a film shoot of the life of Garielle Roy a French/Canadian author who wrote several books in the 1940’s such as the” Tin Flute”in 1945. It was an interesting experience watching the preparations and filming process.
May 27th June 3rd 2024
Thank you, Bev and Fraser, for being so welcoming and generous hosts. The Bunn house is a haven of tranquility we have been comfortable and so enjoyed the many wildlife and birds. View the Pelicans and the river – a real treat. We will definitely have to come again
David and Lorraine
May 23rd – 27th
Thank you for letting us stay in this wonderful historic house. We fully enjoyed beautiful Manitoba nature as well as a historical retreat of the house. Your hospital hospitality was amazing
Alex, Eric’s Ily, and Oleg
May 18th-20th 2024
What a wonderful relaxing weekend we had. Learned some history while we were here, and enjoyed looking at the antiques and books period a beautiful , very well maintained. So many things to look at will be back- would love to experience a winter here.
Thank you for a memorable experience, Sean, Carmen, Marie
May 15th -17th 2024
what a beautiful house to stay at period my dog and I enjoyed the trails, yard and exploring the house. Thank you
Katherine
May 11&12 2024
What a pleasure to stay at in this historical and memorable house. Bev and Fraser you were a delight. Thanks
April 28th-30th 2024
As I am listening to an old classic record player while writing this at the deck in front of the window with an amazing view and being in a beautiful house. I just have to say that this house is an absolute time capsule. I love all the things history and being in this house brings absolute comfort and warmth to the soul
Bev and Fraser are awesome sweethearts and thank you very much for letting us stay. Will see us for sure in the future- Baker & VanAert
March 23-27 2024
A good place to relax and really appreciated the extra touch of the carpets to cover the ice. Had friends and family come to visit from Selkirk and Winnipeg who are presently surprised by what is hidden in these walls as you as we were. Sorry we could not experience the trails due due to the ice. Means will have to come back
Deanna
Feb 1-3rd 2024
This was a wonderful home to explore and stay in in the past few days. Beautiful walking along the river will stay here again.
Anne and Peggy
January 19-21 2024
What a delight to stay in a beautiful and uniquely authentic historical home. Thank you for making the Thomas Bunn walking trail and making a track with a snowmobile so thoughtful. I truly feel like I stepped back in time which was perfect for a weekend with a friend
Eileen and Daphne
January 2-6th 2024
Thank you sincerely for preserving this lovely piece of history so our family could enjoy being enveloped in its comfort and warmth. There is a lovely rhododendron and the sense of past here that has helped us set the time for the coming year
Melce, Jenn and Madeline
Second time at the Thomas Bunn house. We loved it as much as the first time period is everything remember an more. You can always find something new an interesting period will be back with a growing family.
Matt and Charissa
Dec 8-10th 2023
Enjoyable, relaxing weekend thank you great library.
Nov 15-16 2023
Beautiful home and property thank you
Kyle Anne Lillian
Nov 10-12 2023
Celebrated our 20th anniversary and it was such a quiet, peaceful and refreshing weekend. We love it here surrounded by so much history. Thank you for another wonderful stay
Eric and Daphne
October 10th 2023
Coming back every year reminds us of the true values of taking time away from the city with our family and having the time of our life together. As long as our charming hosts will allow us to be back, we would love to do so. Can’t thank you enough for opening this fabulous little product of paradise to the rest of the world the Bordeaux family
October 2-4th 2023
A perfect artist a retreat an I hope to be back for more. Thank you for preserving such a historic jewel and making it available for so many to enjoy
Michelle
September 29th 2:00 October 1st 2023
Thank you again for a wonderful stay. We enjoyed ourselves immensely. Love spending are our time down by the river so peaceful
Heather
Sept 27 2023
How happy we are to have stumbled upon that 2014 Winnipeg Free Press article. This place has been a refuge, a space for our souls to rest and praise a BB a 4A wonderful world of colours sounds and two hospital federal and charming Stewarts
Many thanks – Rick and Grace
September 24 to 25th 2023
Thanks for a wonderful unique weekend out of the city. The grounds house and alpacas are lovely.
September 23 to 24 2023.
The fall colours here are so lovely. Thank you for another enjoyable stay
Daphne
Thank you for such a wonderful experience in your extraordinary home. Time simply stood still. We slept soundly, ate in candlelight relaxed around a fire, enjoyed your llamas and discovered so much about Manitoba history. What a gem of a weekend
Rick and Carolin
September 7th 2023
Thank you for the privilege of staying in such a beautiful and historic home. I really enjoyed it. Thank you for your generous hospitality and also for the history lessons – Mark
Thanks for the privilege of being in a “museum” and for all of photos I have taken of your home – it was so special to spend time here with my family, Donna and Mark making memories and sharing yours! It was so nice being in a home instead of a hotel.
All the best and God bless!
Paula
August
Thank you, Bev & Fraser,
Kim, Ron, Zoey and Airco August 2033 Cranbrook
August 23 loved this spot
Phyllis and Peter
Miramichi NB
Aug 4th
Wonderful experience – So enjoyed all the history.
Paula, Donna & Mark Moorhead Min.
August 2023 beautiful spot love the alpacas Tammy and Todd Ottawa
Thanks again Bev and Fraser for your kind hospitality. This place is entirely magical
July 27th Wonderful family time, beautiful spot
Heather, Calgary
June 17th-21st
Our family reunion was more special with our charming and so interesting hosts.
Thank you, Fraser and Bev, for a lovely stay, we enjoyed learning more about Manitoba and this area. This house is full of treasures and so peaceful. Thank you again!
Barbara- Naples Florida
Watching the Alpacas being sheared was a new experience. We wish you good health and good luck.
June 8th-12
The best VRBO we have ever stayed in and we have had many! You have exceeded our expectations. We love the home and felt like we were in a Museum of history.
Bev & Fraser you were very delightful and we really appreciated our chats. The breakfast options were amazing and we will remember our visit.
Best wishes, Joan & George Partridge Kelowna BC
June 1st -5th
Thank you for the most wonderful stay in beautiful Selkirk. We felt so welcome Anne so relaxed. Every inch of this home was a treasure to do discover. Will always remember RC here in the Bunn house. Thank you to our generous hosts.
Janelle, Justin, Josh, Issac, Sarah and Luke from Ontario
May 22nd to June 1st
Bev & Fraser thank you so much for all your hospitality. We so enjoyed our time here in the Metis homeland in a historical Metis Home. It was so good for our project and so good for our souls.
Karen& Joyce Clouston
May 15th
Thank you, Bev and Fraser, for welcoming us to your historic, comfortable retreat. We enjoyed visiting with you and remembering our favorite dentist, Burton. We have great memories of flying with him and the tiger moth CF-Cou.
We especially remember his willingness to drive our buggy as we left the church on our wedding day in September 1978 . He was a great gentleman.
Doreg and Jeanette Emberley Fort Murray A.B.
May 12-14
Thankyou so much for opening your beautiful home to us. Everything was lovely and top notch five-star rating
You brought us much joy and wide eyed we definitely would love to visit again
Kind regards
March 5th 2023
Thank you for providing such an amazing historical B&B for us and so many other guests. It has been a very relaxing, fun filled and educational weekend. Our two-year old grandson was thrilled to examine all the “old stuff “in the house and play with many of the games. He particularly loved the Domino’s and found many ways of playing. The breakfast food was great and the well- equipped kitchen a joy to cook in. Very interesting to find out that we have a Scottish-Irish connection with Fraser and have both been in Cushendall in Northern Ireland .
Will look forward to coming again Carol Ann and Robert Coish
February 23rd
When I’m here the peace and beauty of the place enters my whole being and everything changes. I breathe, I sleep, I feel young again thank you
Laurel A
This was such a beautiful soul filling stay! Thank you for the opportunity to take care of Arthur (the Cat) and versus know what it feels like to live among the trees , snow , saw many “the critters” Also the opportunity to be away from the noise and leave the chaos of city life behind.
Thankyou for your generosity and love of history. You created a loving, warm and inspiring place to escape.
Love Aaron & Mike
PS we love Arthur(the cat)
January 8th
What a wonderful “getaway” for my son and I. We had a lovely time in this fascinating home!!
We spent a long time exploring and my son especially enjoyed the “giant Bathtub”. What a treat to stay in such as well preserved and cozy historical home.
I hope we can return as soon as possible. It really was warm upstairs in spite of the frigid weather outside. Thank you for the memorable experience.
Adrienne & Victor
January 1st 2023
Thank you for opening this lovely home to us. We enjoyed our stay & looking at the historical items. It’s rare that you get to really examine and touch these wonderful artifacts. The breakfast was great with lots of choices. The only change I can suggest is an unscented sheets and towels. Wishing you both a wonderful year for 2023
John and Bernice
December 24th -26th
Most unique Christmas ever, for our family! We enjoyed taking this time to do something different for our children as we all experienced Christmas traditions in an historical setting . We all love the “living museum” feel of the Bunn house and how wonderfully it has been preserved and cared for. We dined with fine China and read up on the Bunn family and Metis history all the while sipping on hot cider around the cozy parlour fire listening to beautiful tunes at times gone by on the Edison Victrola. We will “definitely recommend” this place of exploration and historical relevance to friend and family.
Great memories were made here , our thanks to Bev & Fraser for opening their home to us this Christmas !!
Blessings – the Andrews family from Kleefeld. Ash, Kim Rori, Jordan, Ephraim & Lian
December 16th to 18th
This is the perfect season to come back to the Bunn house. We feel loved and rejuvenated by our time in this historical Oasis. We can’t wait to come back again. The take -way for this trip was having a fire in the wood stove on the porch in the snow storm with snacks and a recitation of the cremation of Sam McGee. A perfect Christmas memory
Laurel, Mike and Aaron.
December 2nd to 4th
This place is amazing. Its our second visit and we love you love it here. The welcoming atmosphere, the warmth of the hosts, the history is in every corner and the quietness!
Thank you Agata, Simi, Suzanne, and Monique
November 29th
We had such a lovely time at the Thomas bun house. Fraser & Bev were so welcoming and kind. What a cozy atmosphere to stay in. We will be back Matt and Clarissa
November 25th -27th
The Thomas Bunn house has become one of our favorite places to visit . Thank you Bev in Fraser for sharing this place and for being incredible hosts. Can’t wait to come back again
Mira and Adam
November 10th to 13th
Your heritage house was the perfect setting for our wedding. We greatly appreciate the extra treats for our guests. Our plan is to come for another visit so we can read some heritage books, enjoy the trails and sit on the porch in warmer weather.
Thank you for sharing all this history with us
Dawn & Larry
Nov 22nd
We had a wonderful relaxing weekend. The history in his house is amazing We shall return
Sharon and Darren
Nov
This place has dearly become a sacred second home to us and fully inspiring us to leave Winnipeg life behind. Thank you for your generosity and love of history. You have created a living warm and inspiring place for us to escape to.
Nov 10-13
Your heritage house was the perfect setting for our wedding. We greatly appreciated the extra treats for guests. Our plan is to come for another visit so we can read some books more books, enjoy the trails and sit on the porch is and warmer weather. Thank you for sharing all this history with us.
Dawn and Larry
Oct 30th
Had a great time and love the history in the house – I will be back
Nick
Oct 13th
Bev and Fraser were lovely hosts. The house itself was brimming with culture and history. It was like staying in an authentic home with tons of incredible artifacts. It may even be the quintessential Manitoba historic accommodation experience as I can’t imagine anything else coming close. The house was bigger than we were expecting and had more amenities than I would have imagined. Very generous and thoughtful hosts. And we explored the sprawling extensive ground. So much to see. What more could you really ask for.
David
October
I came frazzled and frustrated and a little scared about my future. Spending time here calmed me and allowed love me to focus and restore my energy and commitment . The trails hold stunning oaks which prove your love and stewardship of not only the home in history but for great vision for future generations. Thank you -Light Love and Laughter
Kaaren
October
Thank you again for the lovely stay. My daughter and I enjoyed ourselves very much
Heather & Hope Innis.
October
Thank you, Bev Ann Fraser.
A piece of heaven. As always, we had a wonderful stay! Love the changes! The fireplaces were great, and we love the change to the master bedroom. The history is always enjoyed. Our family had a fabulous day and enjoyed our Thanksgiving together at the barn house
Bourdeau family
October
Having spent years working to preserve some of Manitoba’s historic buildings, I’m amazed at what we saw and experienced here at the Thomas Bunn House B&B.
Wishing you both the very best
David and Nader – Winnipeg
October
Thank you Bev and Fraser – a piece of heaven.
As always we had a wonderful stay ! l love the changes!! The fireplaces were great and love the change to the master bedroom.
The history is always enjoyed, our family had a fabulous stay and enjoyed our Thanksgiving together at the Thomas Bunn house.
The Bourdeau family
Sept 23-27
Thank you so much for the hospitality we felt just like home . Thank you for the magical experience and we enjoyed to be part of this house’s history.
Inna & Arkad (Israel)
September 24th
Thank you so much Bev and Fraser.
Such a treat and delight – staying at your place gave us a chance to relax and unwind. We both feel like our backs are no longer tense.
Thank you so much for giving above and beyond tour to create this magical experience. Can’t wait to come back.
Sincerely Madison & Adam
September 20-23 (VRBO)
Cool historic property, with modern conveniences. So many interesting historic artifacts to discover throughout the house very interesting.
Jean Anne
September 20th
Thankyou Bev and Fraser from Jacquie and Gary – Brandon Manitoba.
Decades have passed since our shared involvement in the Selkirk dolphin swim club. Many of those memories still linger on today such as the commitment of parents like yourselves being the success of the club. Our stay in your amazing Bunn house has been reminiscent of our own historic farm in the RM of St Clements which has sadly been demolished by new owners. It is very relevant that you and the Historical Society have deemed it important to preserve your amazing property and its contents. The charm and character of this wonderful edifice only exceeded by our wonderful hosts!
Sept 20th
History Alive –Cool historic property, with modern conveniences! So many interesting historic artifacts to discover throughout the house. Very interesting.
Jean Ann
September 1st to 9th (VRBO)
Dear Bev and Fraser
Great Experience – Wonderful place to gather in a relaxing atmosphere. Bev and Fraser are gracious hosts, helpful and attentive. We enjoyed exploring the rural areas as well as easy drives into Winnipeg
What a wonderful week of gathering with long-time friends in this historic home! We enjoyed your walking trails, cute alpacas, time to relax and delicious meals around the table. Thank you for your very generous hospitality and helpful suggestions and stories to add to memory making. Highly recommend a stay here.
Mary and Anne – Wisconsin – Alan, Sharon, Murray, an Ann – Calgary
Aug 29-31 (VRBO)
Splendid! We had a beautiful time at the Thomas house. So much to see and appreciate they provided us with plenty of food for delicious breakfast. We love visiting the alpacas now, walking on the trails, firepit, fishing, sunroom and looking at heritage books and stuff full of history. It is a very cozy and inviting place. The beds and pillows were very comfortable. Every little corner of the house inside and outside as something to enjoy and learn.
Doug
Aug 17th
We were thrilled to be surrounded by the heritage and nature beauty of the Thomas Bunn B&B we explored the area for three days and rested as well as at the home we applied your commitment to ensuring the legacy of Thomas bunn
-Liz, Marilyn & Elaine
August 17th 20th
A magical place to reflect and recharge. Each newly discovered treasure filled us with appreciation for craftmanship. Many happy hours were spent in the screened porch- reading visiting and contemplating. Thanks so much
Diane and Dave
August 6-8 (VRBO)
An amazing historical home – 159 years old! All the old-world charm, with modern conveniences!
Fabulous host/hostess – provided a fabulous breakfast, fantastic surroundings. Everything you could want is there! Very well-equipped kitchen. The whole family enjoyed our stay and can’t wait to return
Maggie
August 3rd to 7th
What an incredible way to spend our 10th anniversary, we absolutely love the history your family has preserved in this home. We will be back again and have shared your unique BNB with others who will be reserving with you.
Warm wishes Ren& Sheldon
July 30th to August 1st
What a peaceful wonderful getaway for our 37th wedding anniversary! Lots of reading an games in this beautiful, historic house, and some pleasant nature walks as weather allowed.
Din & Trudy
July 21st to July 24th
With heartfelt appreciation for your commitment to preserving and maintaining such a treasure! Our holiday will never be forgotten but remembered in vivid detail. We hope we can do it again
Gavin and Elaine Winnipeg
July 18 -21st VRBO)
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the barn house. Wandering through the historical artifacts and books or was a pure delight! As well we’re lucky to watch the alpacas being shaped such a delightful mix of fun activities and interesting history. Had a wonderful time! Thank you so much. It was great to be back in Manitoba and enjoying the Thunderstorms and warm weather. We loved the Walking paths, and reading the very interesting books.
Thank you so much for a lovely trip! Hope to be back again soon
Mirabel, Elise, Ava, Jo Ann, Azinton – Calgary
July 11th 2:18
Thank you for such a lovely vacation home. We always enjoy staying here. It is such a highlight of our time in Manitoba. The kids especially love feeding the alpacas and fish with Fraser. We hope to be back again.
Matt, Christine, Alexa, Niko(Iqaluit, Nunavut)
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Note: not all the guests entered comments in the guest book.
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