Visiting the Stetson Mansion — Tours, Tickets & What to Expect
Quick answer: The Stetson Mansion is at 1031 Camphor Lane, DeLand, FL 32720 — about 1 mile west of Downtown. Tours Tue–Sat by advance reservation only at stetsonmansion.com. Allow 90 minutes for a guided tour. This is a tours-and-events venue, NOT a hotel.
Important: the Stetson Mansion is not a hotel
The mansion is a tours and events venue only. It does not offer overnight lodging. For historic lodging in DeLand, see The DeLand Hotel (1925) or Artisan Downtown B&B.
Plan your visit
Booking
Tours are Tue–Sat by advance reservation only. Book at stetsonmansion.com. Tours commonly sell out — book 2–4 weeks ahead for weekends, 4–8 weeks ahead for the December Christmas Spectacular.
When to go
December brings the Christmas Spectacular, the mansion's best-known seasonal event. Quieter months (Feb–May, Sep–Oct) offer more intimate tour groups and easier booking windows.
Photography
Interior photography is allowed on tours. Confirm flash and tripod rules with your guide at the start.
Kids & family
The mansion welcomes families. A 90-minute guided tour is long for young children — consider timing around naps/meals and check the tour schedule for family-friendly times.
Accessibility
This is an 1886 historic structure with multiple floors and stairways. The first floor and grounds are partially accessible; upper floors are not. Contact the mansion directly to discuss specific accommodations before booking.
Private events
The mansion hosts weddings, corporate events, and private dinners. See the events page at stetsonmansion.com for venue rental details.
What you'll see
A guided tour covers three finished floors of the restored 1886 mansion: the grand entrance hall, double parlors, formal dining room, library, master suite, and upper-floor guest rooms. Original features include inlaid parquet floors, stained glass, fireplace mantels, and the early Thomas Edison-wired electrical installation — one of the earliest residential electrification projects in Florida.
The grounds include period gardens, a reflecting pool, and mature landscaping. The gift shop on-site carries books on Gilded Age Florida, period-inspired home goods, and Stetson Mansion branded items.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is the Stetson Mansion?
- 1031 Camphor Lane, DeLand, FL 32720 — about 1 mile west of Downtown DeLand.
- How do I book a tour?
- Tours run Tuesday–Saturday by advance reservation only. Book at stetsonmansion.com — tours sell out, especially during the December Christmas Spectacular.
- Is the Stetson Mansion a hotel?
- No. The Stetson Mansion is a tours-and-events venue only — it does NOT offer overnight lodging. For historic DeLand lodging see The DeLand Hotel (1925) or Artisan Downtown B&B.
- How long is a mansion tour?
- Plan 90 minutes for a guided tour. The house has three finished floors plus grounds — slower visitors should allow 2 hours.
- Is the mansion wheelchair accessible?
- The Stetson Mansion is an 1886 historic structure with stairs throughout; accessibility is limited. Contact the mansion before booking to discuss specific needs.
- Can I take photos inside?
- Yes — interior photography is allowed on tours. Flash use and tripods may be restricted; confirm with your guide.
- Is there a gift shop?
- Yes — a curated gift shop on the property sells books, period-inspired home goods, and Stetson Mansion branded items.
- What's the Christmas Spectacular?
- A multi-week holiday event each December where the mansion is decorated with dozens of themed Christmas trees. Book weeks in advance — this is the highest-demand period of the year.
Visitor information last verified April 2026. Tour pricing, hours, and the Christmas Spectacular calendar are set by the mansion and change periodically — confirm at stetsonmansion.com before booking.