1475 Lakeshore Rd E

History

Originally purchased in 1806 by John Bradley Sr. and sold to Barnett Griggs, who constructed the building. Griggs used it as an inn called the Halfway House, given its name because of its halfway location between Toronto and Hamilton. Barnett Griggs sold the property to Thompson Smith, and in 1866 Smith sold it to Barnett Griggs Moore (grandson of Barnett Griggs). James Ryrie, a jeweler from Toronto, purchased the property and moved the house back from the road. His son Harry occupied the house and developed excellent orchards on the property.

The Town of Oakville’s account, reproduced from its heritage register.

Heritage attributes

Characteristics of the Georgian style and some Neoclassical features. Georgian features include large amount of wall space between windows, the steep roof, the multi-paned windows, symmetrical fenestration and the end chimneys. Neoclassical features include the entranceway with detailed entablature.

The Town of Oakville’s description, reproduced from its heritage register.

What the status means

Designated individually under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act by a Town by-law. Alterations to the heritage attributes and demolition need Town approval.

Whether a specific alteration needs a heritage permit is the Town’s call; ask its heritage planning staff before starting work. See permits and by-laws.

Sources

Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence — Town of Oakville. Licence. Register checked September 24, 2026; the Town’s record is authoritative.