{"id":278352,"date":"2026-02-11T08:01:08","date_gmt":"2026-02-11T08:01:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/278352\/"},"modified":"2026-02-11T08:01:08","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T08:01:08","slug":"canadian-former-prison-turned-airbnb-now-a-hit-with-guests","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/278352\/","title":{"rendered":"Canadian former prison turned Airbnb now a hit with guests"},"content":{"rendered":"
Online images show the narrow cells have been remodelled with new lighting fixtures, as well as bunk beds with fresh linen and plush pillows.<\/p>\n
The property also offers indoor parking, a fully equipped kitchen, a coffee bar and an outdoor seating area with a firepit.<\/p>\n
An Airbnb that offers guests a “night in the slammer”. Photo \/ Airbnb<\/p>\n
Peloquin and husband, Harvey Jackson, purchased the property several years ago, attracted to its large size that could accommodate visiting family.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe thought if we do an Airbnb, then we can always block the dates when the kids are coming home or family comes to visit or there\u2019s a reunion or bonspiel and we want to have a pile of friends over,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
Another attraction for the couple was that money collected from Airbnb guests could be put toward renovations.<\/p>\n
\u201cSo some things just had to be upgraded. We couldn\u2019t leave it as it was,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe lighting just had to be changed because there was the old fluorescent buzzing yellow lights that were in there.\u201d<\/p>\n
This decommissioned police station was converted into an Airbnb. Photo \/ Airbnb<\/p>\n
Peloquin said the \u201cunique\u201d Airbnb is the perfect venue for stag dos and hen\u2019s nights, adding that its size made it suitable for family groups.<\/p>\n
\u201cIn a small town, you either bring your camper or stay in a motel \u2026 it\u2019s not very practical,\u201d Peloquin said.<\/p>\n
\u201cBut an apartment would be far more comfortable for a small family or a group of friends.\u201d<\/p>\n
An interior shot of “The Jailhouse” Airbnb listing. Photo \/ Airbnb<\/p>\n
Tickled social media users took to the comment threads with their humorous takes.<\/p>\n
\u201cMy hubby says he has been there and it never cost him anything,\u201d one woman joked on Facebook.<\/p>\n
\u201cPerfect date night for my ex-con boyfriend to make him feel more at home, more comfortable,\u201d another wrote.<\/p>\n
A third commenter added they would \u201c10\/10 consider during a zombie apocalypse\u201d.<\/p>\n