This section contains selected drawings, from three different series. First by the Ministry of Recreation and Conservation Parks Branch in 1977-78, second by the Ministry of Provincial Secretary and Government Services in 1984, and third by Bawlf Kaey Associates, Architects LTD. in 1993.
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In the winter of 1867-68, Peter O'Reilly purchased the house and garden from Charles W. Wallace for $2,500. The oldest part of the house was built in 1861. As the family was growing up and his means were improving O'Reilly periodically altered, added to and enlarged significant sections of the house. Creating the present asymetrical floor plan. The lastest additions dated from 1889. Pillared verandahs, bay windows, gables, mouldings and brackets under the eaves give the house features which are characteristic of the Italian Villa.
The garden and grounds were also improved in Peter's time. He constructed seversl outbuildings, namely barn/stables, cow house, carriage house, green house and boat house. The O'Reillys also boasted one of the best lawn tennis courts and croquet grounds in victoria when these sports were greatly indulged in by the people of leisure of the Victorian society.
Point Ellice House is now maintained as a museum containing period rooms of the O'Reilly's original furnishings. The interior is arranged as the family would have done in the 1890's and early 1900's. -Ministry of Provincial Secretary and Government Services, 1984.