This lovely old house belonged to Doris and Donald Barber, who lived in Guelph, Ontario. The Barber family began a painting and glazing store in 1883. Since that time, the family has expanded into custom glass, mirrors and antique glass. Doris began a business framing art (The Barber Gallery). There were three businesses operating under the family, each of which were based on the selling of glass. In 2010 the business faced bankruptcy but the family was eventually able to purchase the business back from the bank. At the time, the business employed over 100 employees. Donald passed away in…
Abandoned Houses in Ontario. These may include farms, time capsules, rural properties and luxury homes.
The Abandoned Money House Ontario
The urban exploring community chooses to give locations names in an effort to be able to communicate and differentiate them in discussions. The reference for this abandoned house is simply the “Money House”, the reason for this will soon be explained. The house is located along a quiet rural road in an area where it’s not uncommon for you to see orchards and crops. I observed several migrant workers in the field just metres away from our exit point when it was time to leave. The workers stopped to watch us upon seeing my partner and I leaving the run-down…
West Elgin Abandoned House
This abandoned house is located in West Elgin, Ontario. It was a random find while on route to another destination. Take note of the wooden staircase and the elaborate design, and the newel posts. Such a waste to be left behind in this house. As we were photographing it, someone stopped in a truck. They asked, “hey are you guys Ontario Abandoned Places?” 🙂 There’s a ‘No Trespassing’ sign on the front, so use discretion if you choose to enter.(Status as of 2022: demolished)
Angels Walk Among Us – The Mina Rollason Abandoned Ontario Farm
Blink and you just might miss the Mina Rollason farm along a road in Southern Ontario. The farm is quiet these days, the only sound to be heard is the wind as it caresses the leaves of the tress hovering over Mina’s house. Mina Jean was born on August 5, 1916 to a feisty Scotsman Duncan Campbell and his wife Kate in Windsor,Ontario and she was the oldest sibling of Norma, Annie, Glenn and Lloyd. The family later relocated to London, Ontario where Mina met her future husband Reginald. The couple had a son Ronnie and a daughter Rosalie who…
Abandoned Houses in London, Ontario
Here are an assortment of abandoned houses in London, Ontario.
Toronto House built in 1985
This property was built in 1985 and sits in the middle of a new development. The house features an oak spiral staircase in the front entrance, and marble floors. The living room and dining room both feature parquet floors. The kitchen has oak cabinets and the original 1980 era fridge and stove, Upstairs consists primarily of parquet flooring and flowered wallpaper. The basement was very cool, at the end of the spiral staircase you can find a bar with mirrored walls and a sink with with running water. there are 2 fireplaces, and 2 large rec rooms also in the…
Abandoned Ontario Vaughan House of Hardwood
This cozy little property is located along a major road in Vaughan, Ontario. It’s situated next to a large pond and a business. The front of the house is surrounded by a large pile of mud. During my visit the front door was wide open, entry was not an issue. This location has lasted approximately nine years with very little vandalism despite its busy location. Photo by BigPaulSmall The kitchen as it originally looked (photo: Motleykiwi)
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