Heritage Home Glory

Year round the staff at Eldon House are open with special events. I have been to almost all and loved everything that the day offered. Christmas decor is my favourite because in my own Heritage Home ( FLEX-STAFF) short term rental, I have used their simple decorations from the passed to delight our guests. You can learn these tips and... more

Lovely home

My friend and I went and had a lovely experience exploring this grand old home. I would go again. Next time in the summer.

If you love a city's history

We are big fans of where it all began so if you feel the same, don't miss this museum. The staff is dressed in period costume and the furnishings are original or original to the period. Watch for the tile work around the fireplaces. Not like a castle, but lots to see, so plan at least a couple of hours.... more

Friendly helpful staff

We decided to check out the Eldon house after being disappointed with the Museum London as part of open doors London. It was a pleasant surprise! Saw and learned more about the history of London here, then at the museum. Saw many of the artifacts I craved to see at the museum here. Spoke to two of the staff members... more

The oldest private home in London built in 1834

Eldon House is a fantastic gem in London. A short walk from the Covent Garden Market, Budweiser Gardens, Citi Plaza and shops and restaurants in the downtown along Richmond Row.
Admission is by donation and great example of what life was like in the Victorian era. There are special tours: Behind the Ropes and the Nooks and Crannies tour, these... more

Lovely way to spend an afternoon

Have been twice. Once on Mother's Day and once on Father's Day for their "Strawberry Social". Peaceful, idyllic setting. Old-fashioned tea party! Able to accommodate a gluten-free diet. Tour of Eldon House is a lovely surprise. Very well preserved & much larger than it appears.

Visit the Past

I went to Eldon House with our family a couple times (live here). It was educational for our children and I loved the feel of "going back in time". The service at Eldon House is excellent, rooms are fabulous and every time I learned a little something new about how people lived back "when". Also, it was extremely interesting to... more

Unique place to visit

It is a beautiful old house inteh heart of London. Used to belong to a well off family, we can have a time travel and let us imagine and relive their lives in that era.
The guides are excellent.

friendly and informative

My mom loved it! There is a large collection of artifacts from all over the world displayed. They also have seasonal strawberry tea functions.

Nice place

A very nice place to visit. It give you an good view on life of a wealthy family a couple centuries ago. Well maintained and organized place. Staff is competent and available.
Worth a visit.

Wonderful museum

This house is well preserved and has trained staff to help guide your visit. They are there to inform you, but don't get in the way.

Spring Strawberry social

Tea and Strawberry Short Cake, beautiful spring afternoon. Tea was nice and so was the short cake. The tour afterwards was great. The volunteer was very knowledgable. I have been a number of times, but I always see something new when I go back.

Lots to look at

Very interesting place to visit. Lots to see. The place is very well maintained and is a great glimpse into the past.

The Real Deal

I've been to a few historic houses and find this one to be the right size and feels more accessible than others. Apparently there was a group before us and we were the only ones in the house and had the full attention of the guide. Since it's still early Spring, we did not get to enjoy the garden and... more

Whisked into history

For a true historical experience it cannot be beaten. Life in the 1800s as lived by one of the families crucial to London history. Be certain to stop by for summer tea or a tour. The most authentic experience you will have in London.

Afternoon Tea

Friends in town? Take them back in time to a relaxing afternoon tea in the back gardens of Eldon House. For $7 a person, you and your guest(s) can view the Thames River while relaxing in wicker chairs, sipping tea, eating hot buttery scones with your choice of jams under the big old tree. The hostess was very gracious and... more

A peek into the past

Antique lovers paradise with seasonal settings showing what the occupants would be doing during the winter months, Labour Day, Thanks Giving Day and Christmas' past. Wonderful and enlightening tour of the old. well preserved house.

Very classy

looking for a quiet and private venue this is it, we were here for a graduation dinner a while back food was excellent and service was excellent (understated and elegant)

A historic place to visit

I am not a historic buff, but my girlfriend likes to go to these things. The day we went was an anniversary of sorts and they were giving free tours. Overall I still enjoyed it, and they host lots of events throughout the year. One of which is a Christmas Dinner, but they also have the haunted house during halloween.... more

Tour our History

It was brilliant -educated guides sweep you through the halls of Londons 1st famous family at the fork of the Thames, I have been many times and each time it is enchanting!

Loved this house

The story of this house is a fascinating one. It is the oldest residence in London, and the home of four generations of the Harris family. Their furnishings and collections are largely intact. It is a self-guided tour, with an introduction provided by a staff member at the beginning. Staff were also available to answer questions as we went along.... more

Wonderfully kept mansion

This has been kept very well restored. Probably due to the fact that it remained a residence until it was dontaned in the 1960's. The amount of authentic furnishings was beautiful. I liked that you you were taken on a tour but could also walk around by yourself.

Far more interesting than expected

This home, the oldest remaining home in London (Ontario) was continuously occupied by 4 generations and then given intact with furnishings to the city about 50 years ago. It is full of artifacts & furnishings.

Lots to see

The history goes back 4 generations for 10.00 you could tour the house and tea service was provided. 6.00 for the tour only.

Elegant Home full of History

Take a few minutes next time in London, Ontario to visit this old stately home. Charming, well preserved home with period decor.

Delightful at Christmas

An amazing experience. Beautiful decor. Staff knowledgeable.

Oldest House in London

Beautifully restored late Victorian house with informative guides. Pretty grounds.In summer offer old fashioned afternoon teas.

A great glimpse into the past

This old home is very well laid out with mostly original furniture and artifacts from the original family. Delightful volunteer staff. Do go in the spring when all of the spring flowers are out and the red bud is in full bloom.

Amazing frozen in time interior

Allow at least an hour to see all the details properly. Amazing dining room, open the door in the closets to see all the old clothes hanging. It's like the former owner just popped out a minute ago.

Eldon House Pleasure

It is always a pleasure to go to Eldon House: I have been going since I was a child and every time I see something different to appreciate about the way this family lived in decades gone by.

A delightful and relaxing afternoon

We attended afternoon tea at Eldon House on a beautiful summer afternoon in July with an out-of-town visitor. Eldon House is a large mansion built in 1834 as the private residence of the Harris family and was donated to the city in 1960.Tea is served on the lawn in the very private treed backyard, beside the formal Victorian flower garden... more

During Open Houses, we toured Eldon House which is downtown less than two blocks from my son's condo. Eldon House is unusual as far as period museums as it was donated to the city of London (in 1959) complete with most of the furnishings that the family had accumulated over 100+ years. If I remember what our tour guide said, the family took their china set and a few personal things, but left... more

This is London's oldest surviving private residence. It was built in 1834 and used to be the centre of social and cultural activities. Now contains family heirlooms, antique furniture and other priceless treasures. Walk around the beautiful garden and have a traditional tea which is served on the lawns from June to August, Tuesday to Sunday from 2pm to 4pm.