Jordan House

Surrounding Area

CHATHAM-KENT, a MUNICIPALITY comprising the city of Chatham and the surrounding
County of Kent, is a vibrant community of some 100,000 people. It is rich in sites of
historical interest and provides attractions and events to suit a wide variety of tastes and
whims. Herewith, a compendium of local items of interest well within short driving
distance of Jordan House:

The African Canadian Heritage Tour comprises 5 independent sites of historic
significance in Southwestern Ontario. They have joined together to make a fascinating
tour designed to teach all people who have an interest in the preservation of this
important segment of Canadian history.


The Home of The Reverend Josiah Henson, now a National Historic Site. Henson's
early life in slavery deeply influenced Harriet Beecher Stowe, the author of the novel
"Uncle Tom's Cabin". The museum tells the story of the Josiah Henson and the Dawn
Settlement, and contains 19th-century artifacts and literature. New interpretive
centre/museum and historic buildings restored in 1995/96.

The Buxton Settlements TORONTO, February 12, 1999 - —Secretary of State
(Parks) Andy Mitchell today announced a series of heritage commemorations
related to the Underground Railroad (UGRR). The designations of national historic
sites, such as Nazrey African Methodist Episcopal Church in Amherstburg and the
Buxton settlement in Chatham, increase awareness of the role of Black Canadians
as an important part of Canada's cultural heritage.
North Buxton, a three-minute drive from Jordan House, grew in the mid-1800s out of
the wishes of the Rev. William King to establish a refuge for Blacks escaping the
horrors of slavery in the United States. It became a busy terminus on the Underground
Railroad, and many of its present-day residents are descendants of those original
refugees.

John Brown's Meeting House In 1858 the famous white American abolitionist John
Brown visited Canada. He chose Chatham, in Canada West, as a safe base from
which to develop his strategy, draw up a constitution for his planned provisional
government and drum up support for the abolitionist cause. John Brown later met his
demise after the ill-fated (and historically portentous) raid on Harpers Ferry in Virginia.

Heritage Days (The Faire at the Forks) In the first weekend of October. Enter a world
of muskets and lanterns, haversacks and reticules, of bartering and trading where
woodsmoke hangs low over army encampments and the sound of dulcimer music drifts
up from the river. As free from twentieth century intrusions as possible, the faire offers
a rare and exciting opportunity to mingle with local citizens in authentic period clothes
who portray early settlers to the area; to eat and drink period refreshments which have
been meticulously researched and above all to be entertained by music, theatre,
juggling, drills and demonstrations of crafts and wares of the early 1800's. Thousands
of previous participants agree -- "The entire faire is a delight."

Rondeau Provincial Park Calling all birders! Rondeau is famous for its 11,000 acres of
marshes, sand beaches, remarkably lush Carolinian forest vegetation, and an
uncommon assortment of birds and other wildlife.

Point Pelee National Park Just a little over 30 km from Jordan House lies the most
southerly point on the Canadian mainland, Point Pelee National Park. The park is
internationally known for its spring and fall migration of birds and its stunning autumn
monarch butterfly migration. Famous vistas such as the "Tip" and Marsh Boardwalk, a
large visitor centre, theatre and book store make this site ideal for group visits.

Deer Run Golf Course Rated by the Ontario Golf Association and The Golf
Association of Michigan at 70.4 and playing to a par of 72, the 27-hole Deer Run is
the area's premier public golf course for individual and tournament play. A five minute
drive down the road from Jordan House.

RM Classic Cars This internationally-reknowned auto-restoration company, formerly known
as RM Auto Restoration, has an impressive array of exotic and priceless automobiles
on display in their Classic Car Museum.

The Chatham-Kent Website has more on-line details about the wealth of things to do
and see in the area.

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Accommodations

EACH OF THE FOUR GUEST ROOMS are filled with remnants of Ontario's past. This, of
course, includes antique beds so high you need a stepping stone to climb onto the top
layer of feather beds. Down duvets are offered, while in the summer you can choose
lighter blanketing. Innumberable oversized towels give that luxury feeling, and fresh
flowers and decanters of ice water are provided daily.



THE KENT ROOM
This, the largest of our four ensuite bedrooms, features a
Queen-size high Victorian bed crowned with a
half tester canopy, and views of the front garden and
century-old pines.



THE ESSEX ROOM
This tastefully decorated room offers a king sized bed and spacious antique wardrobe. The ensuite includes a shower.




THE NORFOLK ROOM

A northerly facing room equipped with a queen bed and comes with a shower in the ensuite.

THE WESSEX ROOM

Sometimes called the student's room, we are proud to say this room, outfitted with a four poster antique double bed, is a fine place to stay while at JORDAN HOUSE. The bath includes a claw foot soaking tub.


THE PUBLIC AREAS of Jordan
House have been meticulously
restored to their Edwardian
origins of high ceilings, ornate
plasterwork, and antique
furniture. There is a bright morning room
for your enjoyment, as well as a
large dining room with a
wood-burning fireplace. Private
dining may also be arranged on
the verandah or in the rose
garden. The upper
balcony is furnished with a
summer cot, a multitude of
pillows, and mosquito netting to
afford a pleasant rest amidst
overflowing window boxes and
pleasant breezes.



THE ROSE GARDENS, hidden by cedar hedges,
are an unforgettable setting in which to take
breakfast, afternoon tea or dinner by prior
arrangement. Amongst a tangle of David Austin
roses, this private hideaway provides all the
civilized comforts and attention-to-detail
expected by today's independent traveller.
Enjoy the gazebo, cooled by silver lace vine, or
a more intimate dining area surrounded by pine
trees.

THE PUBLIC AREAS have been
arranged for intruiguing possibilities
to suit every mood or whim. Indulge
in a good book, take afternoon tea
with scones, or sit by the fire to
enjoy a delicious repast.

Amenities

High speed wireless internet access throughout, library/lounge with TV, VCR, microwave & coffee maker.

Services Offered

Room service, sleigh rides, pick-up and delivery to VIA Rail station in Chatham and to Robert Q airport shuttle located on property.

Restrictions

Pets, please call, no smoking, children? Please ask.

Rates & Availability

$89 CAD Single
$99 CAD Double
Weekly and Monthly Rates available upon request

Directions

Travelling East from Detroit or West from Toronto on Highway 401, take Exit 81, Bloomfield Road at Chatham. Travel South on Bloomfield Road aprox. 1/2 mile to the stop sign. Turn right (West) on the Eighth Line and turn into the first laneway to your right. You are at JORDAN HOUSE.