The Clunes

This fine Waterdown residence, built c. 1900, was once the home and office of Dr. John Owen McGregor. Dr. McGregor, who began his career as a general practitioner in Dundas, came to Waterdown in 1884 and was widely known throughout the area as a kind, hard-working doctor.

During his lifetime he served as a member of County Council, Director of the Union Cemetery, and owner of both a drugstore and meeting hall. Dr. McGregor died in 1928 after administering to the sick in the district for 48 years. The unusual house was constructed by John Reid, a builder well known throughout the Waterdown area for his unique architectural style.