Michael R.
8/27/2025
August 2025 - The Villages Miata MX-5 Club toured the mansion today. We had a fantastic tour of this historic mansion. The place is spacious and nicely furnished with items from around the...
Sydonie Mansion
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5538 Sydonie Dr
Mount Dora, FL 32757
Sydonie Mansion, established in 1883 and remodeled in 1903 by architect Grosvenor Atterbury, is a historic estate in Mount Dora, Florida. Once the winter retreat of Pittsburgh steel magnate James Laughlin, it boasts 42 rooms and over 22,000 square feet of unique Mediterranean Revival and Asian architecture inspired by Alhambra Castle in Spain.
Originally set on a 9,000-acre preserve, the mansion featured sculptured gardens, citrus groves, and various amenities, reflecting an era of exquisite craftsmanship. Today, Sydonie Mansion serves as a venue for weddings and events while offering historic tours to those who wish to explore its rich past.
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4.54 reviewsP J.
10/8/2025
Our group tour of the mansion, led bye the owner was great. It was full of history and facts about the original owners. The house and grounds are amazing. I highly recommend taking a tour! Robert
Laura R.
5/10/2025
You'll feel like a time traveler visiting Sydonie Mansion, a historic property situated like a mirage among the green hills of northwest Orange County. Surrounded by old, moss draped oaks, the...
Lola T.
12/17/2023
Took a Christmas tour of the mansion. I had high expectations, but was sorely disappointed. Naturally, I expected the home to be furnished with pieces from the era when it was built and the...
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