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The Sanctuary & Grave-Yard

Hosted by Crystal · Woodstock, Ontario
8 sites · RV, Tent, Lodging · 1 acre
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Welcome to The Sanctuary. I purchased this property in 2022 and am excited to share a piece of Canadian history with guests. This site is home to one of the oldest churches in Canada, erected in 1860 as a Wesleyan Methodist church. The congregation was known for its “methodical” devotion to prayer and social justice, including support of the Underground Railroad. They were also famously teetotalers (no alcohol), and the church likely served as a local hub for the Temperance movement in 1800s Oxford Centre. In 1925, it joined the United Church of Canada, and the congregation eventually folded in 2021. There are still occasional church services held on the property, so if you are staying, please be respectful. Guests are welcome to attend services when available. Please note that I am the property owner and have no formal affiliation with the church other than being the landlord. There is a decommissioned graveyard on site, with the last burial taking place in 1921. Please respect those laid to rest here. In 1970, an F4 tornado passed through Oxford County, approximately 1 km wide, and destroyed much of the surrounding area—except this church. The roof was lost during the storm, but the original stained glass survived. The tornado destroyed around 30 homes, and the nearby Anglican church was later rebuilt across the street. Some grave markers were displaced into surrounding fields, and recovered pieces were returned and placed in a corner section of the graveyard. Rest in peace. Behind the church is a designated camping area for tents. Please respect the graveyard and do not set up camp beyond the church building. You are welcome to pay your respects, but no disrespectful or harmful activity is permitted on this part of the land. Things to do nearby: • Pittock Conservation Area (Woodstock) – 15 min: Large park with walking trails and a lake • Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory (Cambridge) – ~45 min: Tropical greenhouse with thousands of free-flying butterflies • Fanshawe Pioneer Village (London) – ~35 min: Open-air historical museum showcasing 19th–20th century life • St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market (St. Jacobs) – ~50 min: Canada’s largest year-round farmers’ market • Woodstock Farmers’ Market (Saturdays until noon) • Woodstock Museum

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Church Backyard

Tent site · Sleeps 2
Sitting beside a decomissioned (1921) graveyard and a farmers field. tent site - No washroom Access, hose tap hookup for water. BBQ if needed. Leave no trace camping - Garbage Bin Outside for small disposal use.
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Side of Church

Tent site · Sleeps 2
Sitting beside a historic Canadian church est 1860 with the tent sites beside a decomissioned (1921) graveyard ( no tent set up in graveyard) walk in site, tent must be close to church tent site - No washroom Access, hose tap hookup for water. Leave no trace camping - Garbage Bin Outside for small disposal use.
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The BackCorner Graveyard

Tent site · Sleeps 2
Sitting beside a historic Canadian church est 1860 with the tent sites beside a decomissioned (1921) graveyard ( no tent set up in graveyard) just beside it. In the corner of the lot, must park on gravel and walk in. No fires. tent site - No washroom Access, hose tap hookup for water. BBQ if needed Leave no trace camping - Garbage Bin Outside for small disposal use.
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No toilet
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No showers
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The Drive-Way

Vehicle site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 20 ft
Large Parking Lot easy for overnight camping. No Bathroom access or hookup. Hose tap if water is needed. Baseball diamond across the street as well as community center. Lots of Museums within a 15 minute drive.
No campfires
No toilet
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Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
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Lodging

3 sites
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Church Apartment

Quirky · Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · 2 beds · 1 toilet
Furnished 2 Bedroom Apartment; Church Glamping Kitchen ready to use, fridge, microwave, hot plate, toaster oven Master Bedroom: Queen Size Bed with basic linens. 2nd Bedroom : Single Size Bed with basic linens. Old school TV will hook up to gaming device or amazon stick. No internet, no cable -- Hot spot yourself inflatable hot tub ready to use. This church is older then Canada!!! built in 1860 before Canada became Canada in 1867! Was used in the underground railroad, services by Saddleback Preacher Nathan Bangs in the 1800's
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The Basement

Quirky · Sleeps 2 · 1 bedroom · 1 bed · 1 toilet
Come inside the church and stay a night in the basement! just like those special events from sunday school. Bathroom Access only, no kitchen, will need to use your camping stove outside for food preparations. You may use the sanctuary if not allready booked. Single Mattress if needed and linens or you can just use your sleeping bag.
No campfires
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No pets
No showers
No picnic table
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The Sanctuary

Quirky · Sleeps 10 · 1 toilet
the Sanctuary is a beautiful Church was erected in 1860 and then partially rebuilt after the F4 1970's Tornado that ripped thru this area 1km long while wiping out the entire community and ripping off the roof while leaving the structure and stained glass of this church. The church was rebuilt and an extension put on the back to support the Sunday School Services to Children. There are no beds here, you would have to either sleep in the pews or on the floor. no tent structures allowed. The sanctuary is still in use today making it one of Canada oldest Sanctuarys still giving the word of God & the Bible. *I do not have any affiliation with the current church organizers, although there pastor holds an excellent service to any wanting to stop in on sunday mornings*
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No pets
No showers
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Woodstock, Oxford, Ontario, CanadaTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Crystal W.

Joined in April 2026

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