fulford place

328colinm

Fulford Place is a great place for tourists or even locals whohaven't see it yet to stop in on. You learn a lot of history about the area from the tour guides. This is a mansion / museum thatlet's you see how the filthy rich lived "back in the day". You alsolearn about the relation between the owners and their domesticstaff.....definitely worth a visit.

660MargaretW

foul for home is the home of Pink Pills For Pale People owner., George T Fulford, come see how he and his family lived and have guides show you around this beautiful home

Buffalo429

Five of us visited Fulford Place on a bad-weather day in August. It's a turn-of-the-20th-century mansion that was gifted to the public as a historical site. The guided tour took about an hour and the guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. The home and it's contents give an interesting view of a wealthy and influential Canadian family during that time. The grounds are much reduced from their original size, but there's still a lovely lawn and garden to stroll around. There is also a small tea shop in the mansion, and an elevator to the second floor for people with reduced mobility. Just to know, photographs of the interior are not allowed during the tours. Also, please phone to check on hours of operation and tour times. I recommend a visit to Fulford House if you're in the Brockville area and seeking an interesting place to pass a couple of hours.

42andreaf

We were looking for a place to go for approx. 1-2 hours while waiting for our hotel room to be ready in Brockville. Happened to pick up flyer in hotel lobby. Found it pretty easily. What a lovely house museum. They have an elevator so my husband was able to use his mobility scooter. Staff was as nice as could be. There were very few people there at the time so it was just us (2 people) with the docent touring the house. We saw everything on lower, main and second floor. The third floor is closed to visitors. The best part of this house museum is that over 90% of the furnishings and household goods are original to the house. We have visited many house museums in cities all across the U.S. and Canada and that is very unusual. This house passed directly from the family descendants who built it to the Canadian govt. and then to the Ontario Historic foundation who maintain/renovate/ and oversee the property. The docent was a lovely young lady, very well versed in the family and house history. She answered all of our questions and there were many. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit here.

48tex

This home was built for the Fulford family in the early 1900s. A lot of the home remains as it was then. Lovely architecture and wood work inside. Very knowledgeable guide who really knew his subject well. Worth more than the admission fee, it is a great tour of a by-gone era.

MountainWannatravel

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our visit to this beautiful place. The guided tour was very interesting and well presented. A fascinating view into the lives of the super-rich in the early 1900's. Definitely worth a drive along the beautiful St. Lawrence River. We also enjoyed the guided tour of the sister attraction of Homewood Museum, just down the road and included in the very reasonable price of $6.00

660barryr

We had a delicious lunch and tea on the balcony overlooking the St Lawrence River followed by a marvelous tour of the house. The young man providing our guided tour was very knowledgeable and could answer most of our group's questions. The architecture is amazing and the majority of the interior is totally period (late 1800's) - just as it was when it was inhabited by the Fulford family early 1900's. The interior design and decorating is amazing in its opulence and it is historically fascinating. We enjoyed learning the early family history. We had no idea that those Dodd's Kidney pills (and other medicines) were creating millions of dollars of wealth which was translated into this estate. Fascinating. Admission was minimal cost. If you want the high tea, it must be reserved a day ahead.

mijamdi

Almost as if frozen in time, Fulford Place offers a two-storey look at how wealthy Edwardians spent their summers in the late 19th / early 20thC. The product of a man who made his millions in the patent-medicine business, the home is a treasure trove of century-old artifacts, art, furniture and tapestries (on the walls and floors). Well-informed docents offer excellent tours lasting 45 - 60 minutes. Clearly, at least for a pampered few, the "good old days" were really, really good!

mknopick

Our tour guide that took us through the Fulford mansion was very informative. He thoroughly explained what was in each room and also told stories about the Fulford family.

cruisetravellerfrien

Unfortunately it was not opened when we arrived, we walked around outside. Quite an amazing building. Wished we could've gone inside. If we ever go back we will try to go while it is open. Enjoy the grounds and what information that we could read about on the plaques outside.

KathyT_13

I debated whether to go for High Tea at Chateau Laurier in Ottawa or Fulford House in Brockville and decided to go to Fulford House instead after reading some reviews of both places. I went with a friend who did go to Chateau Laurier and she said Fulford Place was much better. The food was delicious and the staff was very nice. We also had a tour of the house which was a bonus. Highly recommended.

mynxmm

Absolutely outstanding 'museum'! It definitely comes alive and there are always activitiess and events to participate in. Super super cheap to take the family and the guides are incredible.

DebH148

A private residence until the early 1980's, this turn of the century Edwardian mansion still houses the original furnishings. There are guided tours year round, spooky Lantern Tours ( just say haunted!) and Edwardian Christmas teas in November. My favourite? Lunch on the patio, for a short while I am transported to a time and place where the rich and famous dwelled.

HannahLook

This is such a beautiful place it's like stepping back in time. The staff was really nice and very knowledgeable! Although the house is beautiful, it is a tad creepy you get that "feeling like your being watched" for sure! Your not allowed to go into all the rooms though only partially they are blocked off by ropes but you can still see them.

LizQuinn1989

Every first out-of-town guest is treated to an afternoon at Fulford Mansion. Every autumn, I bring my mother-in-law for "afternoon tea" at Fulford Mansion. - This gorgeous mansion was built at the end of the 20th century as a private residence for senator George Taylor Fulford and his wife, Mary. The 20,000 sq ft mansion is now a museum which offers guided tours, special programs including ghost walks, and an afternoon tea. - This local attraction offers visitors a taste of the Edwardian elegance and romance: mahogany ceilings, original tapestries, as well as an extensive collection of original artifacts, paintings and period furniture. The outdoor boasts elaborate verandas and Italianate gardens. This mansion is filled with history and lore, and even a ghost or two. Their gift shop offers books, china, and a variety of other trinkets. - There is lots of parking however I'm not sure if they have wheelchair accessibility.