What are the dates of the 2015 House Holiday Tour?
The 2015 Holiday House Tour and Bough and Dough Shop will be held the weekend of December 5 & 6.
What do the proceeds of the Holiday House Tour benefit?
Ticket sales to the Preview Party and Daylight Tours are used to fund PHW’s operating expenses. The 20% proceeds collected from the vendors at the Bough and Dough Shop will be donated this year to the Winchester Little Theatre’s ongoing Restoration Campaign. The Holiday House Tour booklet advertisers help us to defray the cost of hosting event (including printing, postage, catering, and decorating expenses).
Is the event rescheduled for inclement weather?
The event will not be rescheduled for inclement weather. Please call (540) 667-3577 or watch our website and Facebook for any inclement weather announcements.
How should I dress for the tour?
Dress for the weather in comfortable, low-heeled shoes for your time outside walking or waiting in line.
May children attend the Preview Party?
While not prohibited, we do ask that minors are accompanied by an adult. The Preview Party is typically very busy and does not have a set tour like the other homes. It may be overwhelming for small children.
Is any parking reserved for Holiday House Tour patrons?
Yes, this year PHW has secured additional parking at the Winchester Surgical Center parking lot at the corner of Boscawen and Stewart Streets. There is also limited parking available at the top of the driveway at the Hexagon House.
Is photography allowed inside the homes?
No, photography is not allowed inside private residences.
Approximately how long do the tours take?
This depends on the size of the house, whether or not there are lines, and the travel time between sites. Most house tours take approximately fifteen to twenty minutes once inside.
Is there a set order to view the houses?
No – in fact we encourage you to visit “out of order” to help reduce wait times at the houses.
Are there guides between houses?
No – because you can visit the sites in any order, and many people move their cars between tour areas, there are no guides to walk you between sites.
How much is admission to the Bough and Dough Shop?
Admission to the Shop is always free!
May I visit only one house on the tour?
Yes. Admission to a single house is $5. Pay at the door of the house you wish to visit.
Can I tour houses on both days of the tour?
Yes. The Preview Party tickets are two-day passes to the Holiday House Tour weekend. The two-day passes include the Preview Party and Candlelight Tours on Saturday evening, as well as the Daylight Tours on Sunday afternoon.
Is there a group rate for the Holiday House Tour?
Sorry, there is no group discount rate.
Can I receive a refund on unused advance tickets?
PHW will not issue refunds for unused advance tickets. Remember, Preview Party tickets are also valid for Sunday’s Daylight tour!
Is there a discounted ticket to the Saturday Preview Party?
All current PHW members receive a $10 discount to the Party ticket cost.
Does the tour sell out?
The tour does not limit the number of visitors for the Sunday Daylight tour. The Saturday Preview Party is capped between 150-200 people, depending on the size of the Party House that year.
Do you have a question that’s not answered here? Please let us know! You may call PHW at 540-667-3577 or email us at phwi@verizon.net.