Grosse Pointe Shores Mansion

Edsel & Eleanor Ford House    

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(279) · Museum in Grosse Pointe Shores, United States
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Telling the story of Edsel and Eleanor Ford and their family through their historic home on the shores of Lake St. Clair. We offer tours, events, and …

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Jan 30, 2025
Whatever you do, DO NOT take the “Nooks and Crannies” tour. $20 to see the basement, some servant areas and the attic. It was basically a tour of storage - chairs they put out in the summer, sinks …Full review by Amy F
Aug 22, 2024
The estate of Edsel Ford (Henry's only child) and his wife Eleanor has been lovingly preserved, just as it was at Eleanor's death in 1976. The house is designed to resemble an English Cotswold home,…Full review by slkuelkd113
Aug 9, 2024
This was our first visit. The entrance was spectacular and we were greeted by a friendly and knowledgeable staff member. We journeyed to the welcome center which was a beautiful structure that match…Full review by mattps902
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Residence of the Edsel and Eleanor Ford Fa…
The Edsel and Eleanor Ford House is a mansion located at 1100 Lake Shore Drive in Grosse Pointe Shores, northeast of Detroit, M…
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Tour this peaceful hideaway of automobile magnate Edsel Ford and his wise Eleanor. This 87-acre (35.2 hectare) estate is located on th…
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What is the best hotel near by?
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We had a bad experience up there a couple of years ago at a chain hotel. On our trip to Edsel Ford's, we stayed at the Dearborn Inn. It cost a little more, but it was worth it for a …
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We had a bad experience up there a couple of years ago at a chain hotel. On our trip to Edsel Ford's, we stayed at the Dearborn Inn. It cost a little more, but it was worth it for a place you could trust and was top notch. It's a 20 minute drive to Edsel & Eleanor's, but it wasn't bad.
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Answer by Eric T · May 6, 2019
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Is it possible to drive into estate and view outside of home from vehicle?
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No, they do not allow personal vechiles past parking lot.
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Answer by akemmerer · Jul 2, 2018
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What is included on the premium tour that is not on the regular tour? Thanks!
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Yes, the premium tour is a private guided tour, and it is worth going for the premium tour.
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Is there a Christmas/holiday tour?
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There are Holiday related events that go on at the house. I would advise checking the website for times and dates.
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Answer by Craig J · Nov 14, 2016
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Are there a lot of stairs involved with this tour? Wondering how a senior with mobility issues would fare? Thank you.
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There are stairs but they are wide staircases with good handrails
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What hours is Ford House open?
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