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'Ingleside' was built in 1867
for Charles H. Carter and was occupied
by the Carter family for 118 years,
including Port Colborne's first
Mayor, Dewitt Carter.
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This two story
structure displays the
projecting eaves supported by paired brackets and corner
quoins in contrasting brick that is characteristic of
Italianate architecture.
It's rectangular plan with projecting frontispiece and hipped
roof indicate that it is a version of a house plan popularized by
the magazine "The Canadian Farmer" in 1865.
Still standing in the side yard are the original ice house and smoke
house. The attached garage was originally the stable with the carriage
house connecting it to the main structure.
At one time, a third story
was added, but it was removed in 1965, as was the one story
verandah. the grounds are surrounded by a locally produced
cast iron fence, on of the few remaining in the Province of Ontario.
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The site was designated
by LACAC in 1987 as one of the most
historical houses.
Renovations since this designation have been
in keeping with the Victorian era and include
a new pond and
courtyard.
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The Ingleside's historic rooms, with their remarkable beauty, hold a
welcoming atmosphere. Each of the six bedrooms has it's own
ensuite bathroom.
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This impressive home is located in the heart of downtown
Port Colborne and in walking distance to the museum,
Welland Canal & Historic West Street, the Public Library,
and the downtown core where many
restaurants & pubs are located.
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