Parkwood Estate
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The Parkwood Estate, located in Oshawa, Ontario, Canada, was the residence of Samuel McLaughlin (founder of General Motors of Canada) and was home to the McLaughlin family from 1917 until 1972. The residence was designed by noted Toronto architectural firm Darling and Pearson, construction starting in 1916. In 1989, the Parkwood Estate was officially designated a National Historic Site of Canada, and tours are now given year-round. Read more
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Steven B. 2016-04-19I spent my early growing years living near this estate and had to pass it every day on my way to school, at St. Gertrude's. It was always well...
Cheryl S. 2016-04-12We were there last year for the glow fest, it would have been an awesome night if that rain had of laid off lol... beautiful property though, I really...
Rick K. 2018-05-06Oshawa's magnificent, National Heritage site. It's beautiful grounds and marvelous interiors are the sites for many weddings and movie shoots. A tour...
Jessi S. 2017-11-12Very beautifil, peaceful and elegant. Great places for pictures
Sarah M. 2017-08-22Our tour guide on Sunday (330pm she was tranning a girl aswell) was amazing. She really knew her stuff, and her french was incredible.
Vanessa S. 2017-08-14Love doing the tours at Parkwood and visiting the stunning gardens! Also Billy Madison was filmed here so whats not to love :)
Cameron J. 2017-07-16One of my favourite spots on earth. Billy Madison's house!
Darlin B. 2017-06-22It has such great memories. we have been going there since we were children
Jim S. 2017-05-05Spent part of my day in Parkwoods today,asking questions of the well imformed staff there.These folks know their stuff.Nary a question went...
Tammy B. 2017-01-04Beautiful place to visit. Customer service is the worse I've experienced. I thought I would be nice to take my mother in law but I was more...
Bill M. 2016-12-08Had my wedding at this location and it was perfect. The staff were very helpful and made sure our special day went off without a hitch.
Beth Ann H. 2016-09-13A shame there are no school tours! Our rich history should be shared with the young! Parkwood is the perfect place to sketch! However, tours do not...
Christina H. 2016-09-08I love Parkwood. My house used to sit on the estate before the hospital expansion and it was moved.
Kenna Moore L. 2016-08-14Beautiful estate. Full of history.
Patricia E. 2016-06-16Toured the Estate last summer,what a wonderful experience.
Montse A. 2016-04-16The place is full of good vibes. The people that work there carry on the legacy of care of Mr. R.S. Mclaughlin and his family ♥
Wesley S H. 2015-10-15It's such an amazing place I have toured many times since I was a kid and each time it feels even more amazing then the last time
William B. 2015-07-29Your group should look at creating an Escape Room option like Casa Loma announced. It would drive more traffic to the grounds and bring something...
Fran F. 2015-07-13I loved it at Parkwood. The house is beautiful, and grounds are amazing. I just wish we were able to take photos in the house.
Mike G. 2015-06-23A wonderful house and tour. Worth a trip to see it!
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