from the annual Community-Wide Yard Sale to fine art festivals, antique and craft shows, "Canalfest," classic car shows, agricultural fairs, to "Spirit of Merrickville," an old-fashioned celebration of the Christmas Season . . . whatever the season, Merrickville finds a reason to celebrate. And you’re cordially invited to join in!
Follow the Rideau Canal on its journey from Kingston to Ottawa, a canal with a lock system that amazingly has changed little in its 170-plus year history.
By Car From downtown Ottawa: The trip is about 55 minutes. Take 416 south to exit 34 (County Rd 43) at Kemptville. Head west on 43, through Kemptville approx. 23 K to Merrickville. The Inn is located on 43 just past the Royal Bank and across from the World Heritage Rideau Canal. From the 401:
Hwy exit #705. Head north on County Rd.# 15 to Merrickville, through North Augusta to Merrickville. At the flashing light, turn right, the inn is on the right-hand side.
By Air Sam Jakes Inn is 50 minutes south of Ottawa's MacDonald Cartier International Airport in Ottawa. For directions type "Ottawa International Airport" in the Google maps field below.
By Train Choose from the Smiths Falls (20 minutes away) or the Brockville (about 30 minutes away) Via Rail stations.
