What is the date of this years' House Tour?
The 2019 Port Perry House Tour took place on Saturday, September 21, 2019. Thank you to every one that supported our local charities and enjoyed a great day! The 2020 House Tour will be held on September 19th — stay tuned for details!
The 2019 Port Perry House Tour took place on Saturday, September 21, 2019. Thank you to every one that supported our local charities and enjoyed a great day! The 2020 House Tour will be held on September 19th — stay tuned for details!
Where can I buy tickets? What do they look like?
Prior to the tour, Port Perry House Tour tickets are available in person for $25.00 at Port Perry United Church (294 Queen St.) and at Royal Le Page Real Estate (268 Queen St.). Tickets may also be purchased on-line through this website. On the day of the tour, limited quantities of tickets will be sold at Port Perry United Church. The ticket is in the form of a booklet and includes directions, a map, house descriptions, and sponsor information.
Prior to the tour, Port Perry House Tour tickets are available in person for $25.00 at Port Perry United Church (294 Queen St.) and at Royal Le Page Real Estate (268 Queen St.). Tickets may also be purchased on-line through this website. On the day of the tour, limited quantities of tickets will be sold at Port Perry United Church. The ticket is in the form of a booklet and includes directions, a map, house descriptions, and sponsor information.
Is there a tour bus? Where do I start on the tour?
There is no tour bus, you will need a car for the day. The tour is set up for you to start wherever you want.
There is no tour bus, you will need a car for the day. The tour is set up for you to start wherever you want.
Can I bring the kids? Do you offer babysitting?
This is an adult-only event, and we do not offer babysitting services. Children aged 12 and over, accompanied by an adult, may attend the tour.
This is an adult-only event, and we do not offer babysitting services. Children aged 12 and over, accompanied by an adult, may attend the tour.
Can I bring my dog or pet with me?
No.
No.
How long will it take me to do all the stops on the tour?
You should plan to allot the majority of the 6-hour day to the tour. All of our venues are either right in Port Perry/Prince Albert or within a 10 minute drive, so travel considerations between the homes are minimal. You will also want to save some time to enjoy refreshments at the House Tour Cafe.
You should plan to allot the majority of the 6-hour day to the tour. All of our venues are either right in Port Perry/Prince Albert or within a 10 minute drive, so travel considerations between the homes are minimal. You will also want to save some time to enjoy refreshments at the House Tour Cafe.
Will I get a map?
Your ticket includes a map and the address for each of the stops on the tour.
Your ticket includes a map and the address for each of the stops on the tour.
What if it rains?
The tour will happen rain or shine. Come prepared - bring your umbrella and don't forget slippers. We provide water resistant bags in which to carry your shoes.
The tour will happen rain or shine. Come prepared - bring your umbrella and don't forget slippers. We provide water resistant bags in which to carry your shoes.
Are there places to stay in Port Perry?
Absolutely. You can find more information on the Area Attractions page.
Absolutely. You can find more information on the Area Attractions page.
Where's a good place to eat?
The House Tour Cafe provides light fare and is included in your ticket price. It is open from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. If you're looking for something more, there are lots of great restaurants within the downtown Port Perry area.
The House Tour Cafe provides light fare and is included in your ticket price. It is open from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. If you're looking for something more, there are lots of great restaurants within the downtown Port Perry area.
What should I wear on my feet when touring the homes?
Neither shoes, nor socks, nor bare feet are allowed inside the homes. Please bring a pair of slippers to wear on the tour.
Neither shoes, nor socks, nor bare feet are allowed inside the homes. Please bring a pair of slippers to wear on the tour.
Can I use the washrooms at the houses?
No. Out of respect to our homeowners, the use of their washrooms are not allowed.
No. Out of respect to our homeowners, the use of their washrooms are not allowed.
Where are the public washrooms?
There are four washrooms at Port Perry United Church, and others located at the Scugog Memorial Library, 231 Water St., Port Perry Marina, 215 Water St., Jo Fowler Park, 57 Water St., Scugog Council for the Arts, 181 Perry St.
There are four washrooms at Port Perry United Church, and others located at the Scugog Memorial Library, 231 Water St., Port Perry Marina, 215 Water St., Jo Fowler Park, 57 Water St., Scugog Council for the Arts, 181 Perry St.
May I take pictures inside the homes?
No. Out of respect to our homeowners, pictures are not allowed.
No. Out of respect to our homeowners, pictures are not allowed.
What does it mean when you say “all proceeds" support your charities?
The Port Perry House Tour is organized and staffed by volunteers. There are some expenses incurred in running this event. Port Perry United Church absorbs some of these expenses while our generous sponsors cover the remainder. Any remaining sponsorship money and ticket sales proceeds are donated to our charities.
The Port Perry House Tour is organized and staffed by volunteers. There are some expenses incurred in running this event. Port Perry United Church absorbs some of these expenses while our generous sponsors cover the remainder. Any remaining sponsorship money and ticket sales proceeds are donated to our charities.