Edsel and Eleanor Ford House

Edsel and Eleanor Ford House is a Tudor Revival single-family residence on the shore of Lake St. Clair in Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan. The facade uses sandstone, the roof is covered in slate, and the design follows English Cotswold patterns.

Architect Albert Kahn designed this estate between 1926 and 1929 for Edsel Ford, son of Henry Ford and president of Ford Motor Company at the time. The family used the house until the 1970s.

The interior shows oak paneling from the 16th century and fireplaces styled after English manors. Works by Cézanne and van Gogh once hung here.

The grounds cover about 87 acres (35 hectares) and are open for guided tours through the main house, gardens, and outbuildings. Visitors should bring sturdy shoes for outdoor walks.

The estate holds a power house, an eight-car garage, a pool house, and a small playhouse built for Josephine Ford. The garage and playhouse reflect the family's concern for comfort and child-friendly design.

Location: Macomb County

Architects: Albert Kahn

Architectural style: Tudor Revival architecture

Website: http://fordhouse.org

GPS coordinates: 42.45408,-82.86900

Latest update: December 20, 2025 00:31