Old Oakville, Harbourfront
Erchless Estate
The founding family's 1858 house above Oakville Harbour, with broad lawns, stone walls, a 1920s rock garden and stairs down to Sixteen Mile Creek.
Ideal if
"You want a historic house, stone walls and harbour views in one small walkable estate, and you are fine booking a fixed 90 minute window weeks ahead."
Shooting here with me
Pre-wedding sessions from $351.25 → Wedding photography from $1,401.25 →
The Essentials
What to know before the shoot.
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Walking
Low-Medium
Level lawns and a gravel drive around the house, then stairs or a sloping lawn down the bank to Sixteen Mile Creek.
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Permits
Advance online reservation required
No wedding ceremonies, and no access to indoor facilities or washrooms. Sessions are 90 minutes starting on the hour, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., arrival and departure included. Book 4 to 45 days ahead. Rain or shine. Cancel in writing 14 days ahead for a refund.
- 03
Parking
Limited free visitor parking beside the museum
listed as 12 spaces, and the Town says it cannot be guaranteed. Vehicles must stay in designated areas and limousines are prohibited. Navy Street meters are $2.50 per hour, three hour limit, free after 6 p.m. and Sundays. Downtown lots are $2 per hour.
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Travel
40 to 55 min from downtown
- 05
Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
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Frequently Asked
Shooting at Erchless Estate.
Do I need a permit to photograph at Erchless Estate?
Advance online reservation required. No wedding ceremonies, and no access to indoor facilities or washrooms. Sessions are 90 minutes starting on the hour, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., arrival and departure included. Book 4 to 45 days ahead. Rain or shine. Cancel in writing 14 days ahead for a refund.
Where do we park at Erchless Estate?
Limited free visitor parking beside the museum, listed as 12 spaces, and the Town says it cannot be guaranteed. Vehicles must stay in designated areas and limousines are prohibited. Navy Street meters are $2.50 per hour, three hour limit, free after 6 p.m. and Sundays. Downtown lots are $2 per hour.
How much walking is involved at Erchless Estate?
Walking is low-medium. Level lawns and a gravel drive around the house, then stairs or a sloping lawn down the bank to Sixteen Mile Creek.
When is the best time of year for photos at Erchless Estate?
Erchless Estate is at its best in Spring, Summer, and Fall.
How far is Erchless Estate from downtown Toronto?
Erchless Estate is about 40 to 55 min from downtown Toronto.
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Let's shoot at Erchless Estate.
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