Of note is the board and batten frame exterior.
Photo: Paul Dubniak, 2008.
- Built
- 1875
- Recognized
- 2004
- By
- Local government
The register’s text, word for word
Description
63 William Street is situated on the south side of William Street, opposite Hamilton Street, in the City of Stratford. The two storey, board and batten, frame residence was constructed in 1875.
The property was designated, by the City of Stratford in 2004, for its heritage value, under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, By-law 62-2004.
Heritage value
63 William Street was constructed in 1875 by local carpenter Thomas Todd. It was purchased by John Gaudy in 1880. John Gaudy was a marble cutter and operated one of the earliest businesses of its kind in Stratford. He created tombstones and sold lime and cut stone. The Gaudy family lived in the residence until 1959.
63 William Street is one of the best examples of the Gothic Revival style of architecture in the Stratford area. It was constructed in 1875, with an addition added in 1887. Many elements of the Gothic Revival Style are notable in the one-and-a-half storey board and batten frame house, including the steeply pitched gable roof and the fine attention to detail. Of particular significance is the Stratford storm porch.
SourceCity of Stratford by-law 62-2004.
Character‑defining elements
Character defining elements that contribute to the heritage value of 63 William Street include its:
- one-and-a-half storey board and batten exterior
- steeply pitched gable roof
- offset front entrance with original doors and windows
- veranda
- decorative brackets
- Stratford storm porch
End of the register’s text
Location
63, William Street, City of Stratford, Ontario, Canada
43.37394° N, 80.98320° W
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From the Canadian Register of Historic Places, as last updated on December 12, 2025. The register’s text is shown word for word.