“At the time it was built, this impressive home was described in the Chilliwack Progress as “the finest yet in the City.” It was built by Chauncey E. Eckert, whose prosperity was due to booming lumber markets and real estate development. Eckert was also instrumental in initiating the Mennonite settlement in Yarrow. This was later the home of Harry Barber, a local member of Parliament. It has now been adapted for use as a restaurant.”
(Page 85,The District of Chilliwack Heritage Inventory, Chilliwack Heritage Advisory Committee, 1991, Chilliwack Museum and Archives reference collection)
Note: As of February 2014 it is no longer a restaurant. It is privately owned.
The pictures were taken in February 2014 and October 2015, by Ted Sauriol
My grandparents owned this house many years ago, they ran it as a 5-star restaurant called “Stonehurst”. I have many found memories of running around this beautiful house.