The Grove
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A one-hour tour of one of Jefferson's most historic - and haunted - locations. The Grove is an 1861 home that uniquely mirrors the history of the riverport city... and the ghost stories there go back over 100 years. The history of the home is fascinating; it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and is a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark. Along with the history, though, you'll hear ghost stories from the owners and find out just what it's like to live in a haunted home. Come visit The Grove for a peek into Jefferson's past... and a few residents who may still be hanging around!
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Mar 2023 • Family
Not much of a believer but I thought this would still be a bit fun, nice history and a tour of a historic home. The home is small and you only get to tour 4 rooms. The history was good and the owner has done his research, but the rest was not at all impressive. Literally every shop in downtown Jefferson had more of a spooky, historic feel.
Written March 13, 2023
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JAGIN
Denison, TX149 contributions
We had the opportunity to visit The Grove, a historic tour home in Jefferson, Texas that was built in 1861. On September 28, 2005, The Grove was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Grove is often referred to “as the most haunted house in Texas.” Author Mitchel Whitington along with his wife Tami are the current and only the 8th owners of the Grove. They have a deep love and respect of this property that is evident to everyone that visits. They are continuously researching the history of Jefferson, Texas along with the history of the Grove. The tour is very interesting and full of facts and surprises. The scheduled tours are on weekends and other times may be arranged by appointment. The tours last about one hour but may take longer if the group has many questions. We strongly suggest checking the website and calling ahead to confirm the tour times. Travel Safe_JAGIN
Written September 28, 2008
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tofte6
Delaware, AR126 contributions
Dec 2017 • Friends
The owner of this house has done his research to learn the history of his home, and he is a master storyteller. The house is lovely, and every room has its own tale, whether that be the contents of the room or the ghosts that inhabit that part of the location. It was one of the highlights of our visit to Jefferson.
Written February 9, 2018
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Chapina17
Dallas, TX18 contributions
Visiting The Grove was a treat! The owner of the house is not only an author of several books and great story teller, but he's approachable, likeable, great host. We're ghost hunters and I was thrilled to see thru my lens a bright blue orb slowly circle his leg and follow him to another room. I highly recommend it.
Written February 28, 2015
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gonefishingou
Richardson, TX20 contributions
Apr 2014 • Friends
I can't add anymore that anyone else hasn't already said.. The tour given by the owner of his own house was far more then I was expecting. The $6 charge per person is well, well worth the time.. The story Mitchel tells of the history of the house and the paranormal observations were great... We will go back again!
Written April 6, 2014
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loriw77
Burleson, TX25 contributions
Mar 2014
My family of four visited The Grove today. The owner and tour guide, Mitchel, is a gifted storyteller. We found his stories about the home's previous owners, sprinkled with facts about Jefferson's history, to be fascinating. He shared tons of examples of otherworldly experiences that had happened in his 1860 home. You can't miss this tour!
Written March 9, 2014
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BobU412
Dallas, TX857 contributions
Feb 2014 • Couples
Excellent tour of a historic house, Mitchell is a great story teller, loaded with interesting facts, and a ton of research. This was not a haunted house tour that one would expect, it was a combination tour of this great old house, and excellent research and real ghost stories by the owners. Highly recommend that if you're in Jefferson, you stop by here. Best $6 you'll spend in Jefferson.
Written February 16, 2014
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Krimebag
Cerro Plano, Costa Rica66 contributions
May 2019 • Family
While visiting Jefferson, TX on memorial day weekend we decided to take this tour. We were late, but the host was very nice about it. We put on booties to cover our shoes and caught up with the group. I loved that Mitchel isn't just doing these tours to make money you can tell he really loves this house and its history and simply wants to preserve that and share his love of it with others. None of us had any weird experiences while in the house but loved hearing about the experiences that both Mitchel and his wife have had, as well as other people that have visited. Check this tour out, you won't regret it!
Written June 10, 2019
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G S
Bullard, TX138 contributions
Jul 2018 • Couples
This is probably the best tour you can take for under $10. The history in this one house is pretty amazing. Mitchel was so passionate about the house and all the history. The stories he told make it hard to believe that paranormal activity does not exist. I thought I felt the hair on my legs stand up a few times. It was fun.
Written July 23, 2018
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Kate N
New York City, NY3 contributions
Oct 2015 • Couples
I've always been interested in the supernatural so when my husband and I spent our anniversary weekend in Jefferson, I was excited to visit The Grove!
Mitchel, the current owner of the house is well informed on the area's history so this tour is informative. Since the house is so old, it also has ties to a lot of that history and he does a great job of connecting the two and making everything interesting. The house, itself, is very quirky, with a fascinating story and Mitchel has taken his time to do a lot of research on it and the people who lived there before him... I enjoyed hearing about all the paranormal experiences people have had in the house. For those of you who are interested in the paranormal, some of their activity seems to be residual and some seems intelligent. I'd say all the stories are pretty family friendly and although the house may be "haunted" it certainly does not come off as scary, especially since tours are held earlier in the day.
When we left, I told my husband I wish we were friends with Mitchel and lived next door because I'd love to spend more time there, in a more relaxed setting so I could hear more from him (he's a paranormal researcher and author) and try to experience things for ourselves in the home.
I would definitely say the house is a must-see if you are visiting Jefferson, especially if you love history and/or the paranormal! Just remember that Mitchel and his wife, Tami, do live there so you have to check out their website for tour times and book ahead... I guess they've had some excited fans walk in at strange times without realizing it was a private residence (Oops!).
Mitchel, the current owner of the house is well informed on the area's history so this tour is informative. Since the house is so old, it also has ties to a lot of that history and he does a great job of connecting the two and making everything interesting. The house, itself, is very quirky, with a fascinating story and Mitchel has taken his time to do a lot of research on it and the people who lived there before him... I enjoyed hearing about all the paranormal experiences people have had in the house. For those of you who are interested in the paranormal, some of their activity seems to be residual and some seems intelligent. I'd say all the stories are pretty family friendly and although the house may be "haunted" it certainly does not come off as scary, especially since tours are held earlier in the day.
When we left, I told my husband I wish we were friends with Mitchel and lived next door because I'd love to spend more time there, in a more relaxed setting so I could hear more from him (he's a paranormal researcher and author) and try to experience things for ourselves in the home.
I would definitely say the house is a must-see if you are visiting Jefferson, especially if you love history and/or the paranormal! Just remember that Mitchel and his wife, Tami, do live there so you have to check out their website for tour times and book ahead... I guess they've had some excited fans walk in at strange times without realizing it was a private residence (Oops!).
Written October 7, 2015
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Open Saturday and sunday? Hours?
Written August 8, 2019
Hello, and thanks for your question about The Grove! Most weekends there is a tour at 2pm on Saturday, and another at 11am on Sunday. Reservations are required; this is an 1861 home where a few of the rooms are small, so we have to cut the # of people off at a point where it's not uncomfortably crowded for our guests. We recommend that you call in advance of your trip to verify the tour times. This weekend, for example, we won't be having our Saturday tour because we are volunteering at a museum event being held here in town. Thanks again for contacting us, and we hope to see you at The Grove!
Written August 9, 2019
We recommend the tour for ages 10 and above, not because of the ghost stories, but because of the history. Adults LOVE the history of the house, which include a few love stories, but kids can get bored and restless during that half of the tour. The ghost stories aren't frightening at all, though.
Written July 14, 2017
Will this your be okay for my elderly parents who have limited mobility?
Written August 12, 2015
Hi - thanks for your question. Probably the only obstacle would be the half a dozen steps on the front of the house. There are a number of photos on our website (just Google "The Grove - Jefferson") or online where you can see them. If they can be assisted up those stairs, everything else should be okay. The tour lasts about an hour and fifteen minutes, and we spend a few minutes in every room on the tour - every room has chairs where they can sit down, however. It would basically be walking into a room, having a seat, listening to the stories there, then standing and walking the few yards to the next room and sitting back down (and so fourth a few more times).
I hope that helps!
Mitchel
Written August 12, 2015
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