We loved out tour of the house. While I wanted to take the classic tour, the timing did not work for us so we took the Myths and Mysteries tour. I wasn't expecting it to be great as I thought we would not learn much about the house. I could not have been more wrong, the tour guide and information she provided were exceptional. We learned the history of the home while tying in so much historical information of the time period. Examples: the belief in Phrenology, trying to communicate with the dead, and Halloween origins. Additionally they had an oddities and curiosities exhibit which was awesome and unexpected. The house is so unique my daughter who is an architect and I just loved it. We will definitely visit again, I highly recommend it.

I went on the 'Myths and Legends" tour. The house itself was stunning, especially with the seasonal fall decor. Our tour guide, Sarah (sp?) was informative and witty. The history was fascinating. The decor was authentic to the time period of the home, with many original pieces. A fabulous excursion!

We visited with out-of-town guests over Thanksgiving weekend and took the Victorian Christmas tour with guide Mia. We enjoyed hearing about the history of the house, and there were a lot of little intriguing little touches like the antique artificial Christmas trees made from goose feathers, and the table setting in the main dining room with an 1870’s tableware set. It was well worth the hour for the tour.

What a fantastic tour with our knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide Olivia . House is so festive at Christmas and you definitely feel you are back in the 1870s with the faithful and accurate restoration. Every corner of every room has a unique and fabulous treasure to see . Gift shop has a wide selection of unique and interesting gifts . Highly recommend you go . You will be dazzled by the beauty

An historic and architecturally unique home worth visiting. We went at holiday time so it was decorated beautifully and period appropriate. Docent/tour guide was excellent. Current owner has spent a lifetime lovingly and carefully restoring to historic accuracy.

The hour-long tour was so informative and fun. We all loved learning about this amazing house that we had passed so often but had never known its story. Loved the details about a Victorian Christmas and all the delightful details pointed out by our guide. The tour was fabulous! Recommend visiting this historical Westchester home anytime, but the holiday tour was extra special.

Magical snapshot of 1800s country house living in very special Octagon house. My husband, daughter and I visited during the Christmas season, so the house decorated with numerous Christmas trees, Holiday decorations. Our tour guide (believe Mia) was an excellent tour guide, who shared her knowledge freely, but also engaged our group during the tour. She brought the story of the house alive. House is beautifully maintained and restored. Unlike many historical houses you get to enter rooms with guide and really feel surrounded by the period pieces as you learn about purpose of room and how the residence was lovely restored. We visited at dusk and the setting sun on the property with glimpses of the Hudson River added to the magical experience of stepping back in time. Would definitely recommend this one hour visit. Stairs are steep and many items that young children may disturb, so would not recommend for individuals with issues with stairs or very young children. It does say this on website.

This was an amazing experience. If one is a fan of the Victorian aesthetic, as we are, this structure is a "must" to tour. Unique in its own creation; the restoration is a definite wonder. The attention to detail and accuracy, is something to be applauded and appreciated. Our friendly guide was knowledgeable, informative and humorous. She brought the history and reclamation of this masterpiece to life. Coming early, we had time to leisurely enjoy the wrap-around porch (sitting & enjoying the breeze). And, after the tour, we had time to stroll the grounds. We've toured many Victorian structures over the decades (living in a 1890s Queen Anne Victorian ourselves); but this was an especially gratifying involvement, with a true work of passion.

Amazing jewel box of a house. Exterior restoration is immaculate. Our guide was very engaging and enthusiastic about the property and was learned about the construction and restoration. The interior is less interesting perhaps to a European eye. It was full of heavy musty Victorian (American) furniture, very much in keeping but not compelling. In the UK they are still throwing this style of furniture away, can't give it house room. Having said that, the Egyptian room was perhaps the most interesting sight, quite fascinating with the added bonus of two original David Roberts lithograph prints. It was difficult to locate that property - its not too well sign posted and we drove past it twice.

The Armour-Stiner Octagon House is a wonderful place to visit. I took a group of women there and they loved it. Our guide was terrific. It has been impeccably and lovingly preserved by the Lombardi family. We did this followed by lunch at The Red Hat on the Hudson and it made for a lovely summer outing.