lieu historique national du canada du manoir-papineau

5CanucksOntheBeach

It is a lovely old home on beautiful grounds. It is accessible from the Chateau Montebello grounds. Make sure you have bug spray on if you explore around it - you will get bit!

CanadaSnowbird

It was marvelous! Why is it so few Canadians know about it and why doesn't Le Chateau Montebello promote it to its guests!!!From the chateau it's about a 2 minute walk to the Manoir - I'd say it's on the same property but perhaps not. The Manoir is run by Parks Canada. Anyways, a most beautiful elegant home - the lower floor that you see is furnished in many originals owned by the family. The guided tour costs about 7.00 and is worth so much more. You learn about the social mores of the time, the political connections of the Papineaus, etc. the gorgeous dumbwaiter in the dining room is to die for. I will try to time our next visit so that we can take High Tea the way the family would have enjoyed it. We're so glad that we accidentally found it on one of our walks - I still can't believe that it isn't actively promoted.

AshtonOntario

This was a tour of the main floor of the Papineau manor. The main floor is restored to what it would have looked like when the Papineau's lived there with 80% of the original furnishings (other 20% are supposed to be replicas). The guide was so knowledgeable and interesting. I found it fascinating to get a peek in this historical home and listen to the stories our guide was telling us. We were staying at the Fairmont Montebello for a few days so it was a fun way to pass some time while there.

ottwatrvllr

I would not go out of my way to go to Manoir Papineau, but the surroundings are nice and Montebello is a nice stopover area if one needs to take a break on their way to Montreal or Gatineau/Ottawa. Buildings are well preserved, nice short walking trails, some animations. Probably much better when they are hosting special events

MissForv

The visit was very enjoyable. The admission price was cheap and the setting was beautifull. I learned a lot.

Craigmyles

It was interesting to learn a bit of history during our recent visit to Montebello. Walking the grounds was enjoyable.

jpdaigle

It's an interesting old manor to see, and we very much enjoyed walking around the grounds. However, in the grand scheme of things, there are more interesting historical sites to see.

NadiaSteffe3

My family lived and worked at the Manoir for 6 months in 1952. As new immigrants from War torn Italy. My father was the Chauffeur and my teen sister worked at the manor. We lived at the Gate house. As for the little church on the grounds I received my lst communion the day the Bishop came to consecrate the Chapel. We attended the one room schoolhouse at Montebello for 6 months before we moved to Montreal.We always called the owner of the Manor Messieur De Notembar who knows anything about that family? The son worked as a Banker in NYCity and would come to visit. Father was in charge of picking them up at the airport.

scottishvermonter

The manor house did not impress me despite the articulate English-speaking guide who took the time to escort us when there was a large French group there. Sadly, Parks Canada has opted to cut jobs to save money! This site should be fully restored, and the Chateau Fairmont should consider reemploying the fired workers, and dress them in appropriate costumes.

elizabeth_pierre

Upon arriving, we sensed that it would be a great experience. Not unlike a great-house. After a long and somewhat pleasant walk through the woods, we finally arrived at the main manor only to notice a tour entering the house. We find out inside the office that we needed to arrive early to join the tour and, even though they had just started, the person in the office would not let us join that tour and that we would have to wait over one hour (no self guided tours allowed).Unless you call ahead, good luck getting to see the main house. If you speak only English... Tough luck. There are only 2 tours available per day. The staff working the office is less than friendly and not very helpful. Also BEWARE of tons of poisin ivy along the path leading up to the house. Parks Canada did not bother removing these but rather erected a sign. Nice effort guys.The other houses that we could visit ourselves were ok... But basic.So much more could be done here. I recommend that you visit elsewhere.

Erik_of_Montreal

The Manor is officially owned by the Chateau Montebello and is on their grounds. Despite this, the site is managed and maintained by Parks Canada. The tour was great and staff is knowledgeable. The only disappointment is that only the main floor of the estate has been restored. The basement (kitchen and coal room) had been destroyed by previous owners. The second floor of the estate had not been restored either and was therefore off limits.

torontosun99

It is loacated in the middle of forest and looking over the river. It used be residence of Papineau's family. This manoir consists of many building in large complex. There are two way to get there. One is from street of 500 Rue Notre Dame and stroll about 500 meters among the forest. The other entrance is from Fairmont le Chateau Montebello Hotel. This peaceful place exudes an air of beauty. It adorns the fine architecture of the manor house and estate's landscaping.

8achan

We had a wonderful tour at this museum, and we learned so much about the history of the area.

EastCoastAmanda

A simple walk, easy to view building and grounds.A short stroll from Le Chateau Montebello.

GerryG673

Walking distance from the hotel. Learned of the revolution and his exile. Educational experience.