The cabin was originally built on the property of John Scadding, an immigrant from Devonshire, in order to fulfill his settlement duties to the Crown. The cabin stood at the east side of the Don River on a 253-acre land grant that stretched north from Lake Ontario to present day Danforth Avenue. Scadding lived in the cabin until he returned to England in 1796. Worth a visit!

Neat old cabin, but no thought has been put into making it an appealing heritage site. They just loaded it up with "old stuff" regardless of its purpose or even era (half the artifacts are from the 1967 expo). Nice folks, though.

This is the history of my city. YORK. Toronto’s oldest existing home was built in 1794 for John Scadding who accompanied Lieutenant Governor John Graves Simcoe to Upper Canada in 1792. Scadding Cabin was moved to the grounds from the east bank of the Don River in 1879 by the York Pioneer and Historical Society, which is still responsible for its operation. The move was part of the celebrations marking the inauguration of the Toronto Industrial Exhibition (forerunner of the CNE). In 1986, the cabin was designated as historically significant under the Ontario Heritage Act. Scadding Cabin is open to the public during special events (in the summer months).

Lovely little cabin, with a view of the shoreline. The trees around are good for climbing. A couple picnic benches to occupy for respite or whatever you choose. Landmarks nearby. Great place!

A hidden gem in the centre of an ugly mess that is the Exhibition. Perfect for wedding photos! Lovely rustic feel and a beautiful little garden surrounding it. Absolutely stunning in the fall!

The oldest surviving building in Toronto. It's absolutely amazing to see a century old building intact in the urban City of Toronto

A wonderful historical gem. The sing outside the cabin gives the following info: “This log cabin, Toronto's oldest known surviving house, was constructed for John Scadding in 1794 during the first years of British settlement. Scadding was a government clerk and close friend of Lieutenant-Governor John Graves Simcoe. The cabin stood on the east side of the Don River on a 253-acre land grant that stretched north from Lake Ontario to present-day Danforth Avenue. Scadding lived there until he went back to England with the Simcoes in 1796. When Scadding returned to York in 1818, he sold the cabin and its property to farmer William Smith, who used the cabin as an outbuilding. In 1879, the Smith family offered the cabin to the 10-year-old York Pioneers Association; Scadding's son Henry, a prominent Toronto historian, was a founding member. In the summer of 1879, in an early act of Toronto heritage preservation, the York Pioneers dismantled the cabin and reassembled it at this location for the inaugural Toronto Industrial Exhibition, now the Canadian National Exhibition.” Apparently it is open for people to look inside the cabin when the CNE is open. Would love to come back at that time to explore the inside of the cabin.

Good Place with A Great View of the Lake Shore. Has the facility of parking and to go near the Lakeshore. Do Visit if you are near downtown

Very nice to look at. Wish they opened it though

one of most beautiful spots in the City

A great historical location.

AMAZING piece of History, who knew? Very informative.

A must see if you are visiting the Canadian national exhibition not the original site of the cabin moved for the don river in the 60s . Great way to see how the early settlers lived in what was then York. Many old every day things on display. Very small living space. Recommended.

Pioneer home in Toronto. Want to see inside but never opens.

Scadding Cabin is open every day during the CNE. Admission is free, but small donations are appreciated to defray the cost of conserving the cabin. Among the small items for sale is Mrs. Scadding’s Receipt Book, and Mrs. Scadding's Receipt Book 2, a collection of nineteenth and early twentith century recipes.

A lovely peaceful site away from the bustle of the fair grounds; visit Toronto's oldest building [built 1784]. It was moved here in 1879, the year the exhibition was founded. Don't miss the heritage gardens; and be sure to chat with the knowledgeable docents & volunteers. A great place to bring children.