The Rose Manor is a welcoming bed and breakfast located in Welland, Ontario. Ever since its opening in 2022, it’s enchanted the souls of visitors, not least due to the passionate work of sisters Kristen and Kathryn Groom. The Rose Manor first invites visitors in with its beautiful New England-style mansion built in the early 1900s. Relax and rejuvenate in this peaceful woodland paradise! The sisters purchased the historic site for 1.4 million Canadian dollars (~US$978,600). Her and her family’s initial purchase ignited a movement that transformed their lives and inspired the rest of the community to rise up with them.
Kristen and Kathryn had shared a home for about five years. Now, they’ve risen to the occasion as proprietors and innkeepers, with zero background in hospitality. Kristen now manages their serving and guest relations, and Kathryn works on crafting good meals for their guests. Their collaboration has fostered a friendly and homey environment at Rose Manor. Guests will stay in one of half a dozen exquisitely decorated suites.
The Rose Manor is sure to make you feel right at home! It is a unique venue for special events, such as bridal showers and weddings. The sisters have done an amazing job to create a beautiful and open environment. This flexible ecosystem accommodates the many varied and complex needs of their visitors and patrons.
The Grooms’ commitment to their business goes farther than fresh hospitality surprises. They’ve established an enormous reach on TikTok. Their popular TikToks, highlighting Welland’s coziest coffee shops and colorful local murals, have gone viral, racking up millions of views. By simply engaging with Rose Manor’s social media, it has brought great positive attention. It has endeared the sisters to a much wider audience, winning their hearts.
“so satisfied being in this moment and being able to run our business, call it our own, do what we want to do.” – Kristen
Comparisons have been drawn between the Rose Manor and the fictional inn from the popular TV show "Gilmore Girls," highlighting the cozy and charming ambiance that Kristen and Kathryn have cultivated. The sisters are thrilled to be at the helm of the Rose Manor. It connects them to beauty, happiness, harmony and a profound sense of purpose. Operating a B&B has its own difficulties and requires a great deal of effort. Once they start, they realize the positives outweigh the negatives by a mile.
“We joke that we tried (living together) first, made sure that was okay, and then we decided to throw the business in,” – Kathryn
Their success has opened up really exciting conversations about the next phase of their work. Kathryn’s already thinking of adding on as a boutique hotel, or maybe starting a glamping site someday. These dreams speak to their drive and determination to expand their hospitality ventures.
“We’ve talked about a boutique hotel one day, or maybe a glamping site…” – Kathryn
The entrepreneurial saga of Kristen and Kathryn Groom– a love story, a journey, the power of a great partnership. Arguments aside, they took a historic building and turned it into a successful business. This extraordinary accomplishment is a testament to their tireless efforts and collaborative vision. The Rose Manor is always open to friends—old and new, from around the corner and across the world. It’s a great achievement, and it’s further proof of their commitment and passion for their art.
