Beaconsfield Historic House is a heritage home at 2 Kent Street in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. Built in 1877, it offers a guided look at original Victorian features and furnished rooms, making it a rewarding stop on a downtown heritage walk.
- Location: At the corner of Kent and West streets, Charlottetown.
- Visiting the interior: Guided tours take approximately 30–40 minutes.
- Admission: Seasonal rates apply; children age 4 and under enter free.
The house and its place in Charlottetown
Beaconsfield Historic House is a Victorian home designed and built by architect W.C. Harris for James and Edith Peake in 1877. Its location at the corner of Kent and West streets puts it within Charlottetown’s downtown heritage streetscape.
The house was described by its operator as one of Charlottetown’s most elegant homes, built with fine materials and craftsmanship and equipped with modern conveniences of its day.
Henry Cundall, its second owner, moved in with his sisters Penelope and Millicent in 1883. After Cundall died in 1916, the house became a residence for young ladies and later for student nurses.
Original Victorian features and furnished rooms help tell the story of the home. The operator also notes views of Charlottetown Harbour.
What a visit may include
A guided tour is the way to see the house interior; the grounds are free to roam at any time. Allow approximately 30–40 minutes for the house tour, then browse the gift shop for locally made gifts, Island books, magazines and pottery.
Lectures, concerts and other special events take place in the Carriage House. The operator allows only service animals inside, and the space is scent-free. The main floor is wheelchair accessible, while Tourism PEI describes the attraction as partially accessible.
How do tours, admission and hours work?
Beaconsfield’s interior is viewed on a guided tour, and admission prices depend on the season. From June 1 to October 31, admission is $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, students, veterans and Indigenous Peoples, and $36 for a family of two adults and their children under 18. Children age 4 and under enter free.
Opening hours
- Tuesday to Saturday: 10:00–15:00
- Monday and Sunday: closed
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
From November 1 to May 30, admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, students, veterans and Indigenous Peoples, and $32 for a family of two adults and their children under 18; children age 4 and under enter free.
The operator provides guided-tour start times and recommends calling ahead to check Bog Tour availability. Check the official site before you go for current hours and visit details.
How do you get to Beaconsfield Historic House on foot?
Beaconsfield is about a six-minute walk from Shipwright Inn, at 2 Kent Street, where Kent and West streets meet. You can fold the house into a downtown heritage stroll using this Charlottetown downtown walking route.
FAQs
Can you visit the house without joining a tour?
The interior can only be viewed on a guided tour. The grounds are free to roam at any time.
Is Beaconsfield Historic House accessible?
The main floor is wheelchair accessible. Tourism PEI classifies the attraction as partially accessible.
Are pets allowed inside?
Only service animals are allowed inside Beaconsfield Historic House.