Sisters Open Historic Manor Inn in Ontario

Sisters Kristen and Kathryn Groom opened a bed-and-breakfast in a historic manor in Welland, Ontario, in July 2022, turning a passion project into their full-time careers. The siblings, aged 37 and 28 respectively, purchased the property in May 2022, despite having no prior professional experience in the hospitality industry. Kristen Groom had been working as a human resources director and pursuing a graduate degree in project management, while Kathryn Groom's background was not specified but was described as complementary to her sister's skills. The duo renovated and decorated the historic dwelling in a few weeks before launching their business. Since its opening, the inn has experienced significant growth, allowing the sisters to transition from viewing it as a potential side hustle to their primary occupation. The venture has been compared to a "Gilmore Girls" fantasy, highlighting the idyllic lifestyle they have created. Prior to this endeavor, the sisters resided together in a two-unit bungalow in Fonthill, Ontario. The success of their inn demonstrates a significant career shift and the realization of a long-held aspiration for both Kristen and Kathryn Groom.