De'Tours in Elizabeth City
400 W. Main Street
Elizabeth City, NC
252-435-5427
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#4
of 81in NC
Hours
Daily Historic Tours and Victorian Teas
Daily Historic Tours and Victorian Teas
By Reservation Only
Overview
Step back in time in an unhurried atmosphere and savor delicious tea cuisine from 1863 hand-painted china. You will cover over 300 years of history and view antiques from the Empire to the Eastlake period.
Step back in time in an unhurried atmosphere and savor delicious tea cuisine from 1863 hand-painted china. You will cover over 300 years of history and view antiques from the Empire to the Eastlake period.
Served year round in the oldest surviving Brick home in Elizabeth City, an 1853 Greek Revival.
Also hosting bridal teas, childrens teddy bear tea and table etiquette, book clubs, birthday parties, red hatters.
De'Tours was featured in the August issue of Victorian Homes Magazine, "Our Ten Top Tearooms" Serving our community with true southern hospitality!
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Food: We had a great time at Detours while visiting Elizabeth City. Bonnie served a wonderful Victorian tea in a beautiful old historic home as well as delicious food. She provided a wealth of historic information about the area. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the area |
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- Barbara 10/10/09 11/05/09 |
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Food: What a perfect afternoon. From all the details, with fresh flowers to delicate china to the lush gardens and the tour of the city..all add up to make a real deal. The best part is Bonnie, the owner, who makes you feel like a personal guest in her home, she's warm and lovely and engages you in conversation about Victorian tea life and her city which is so much fun. A fabulous experience from beginning to end. |
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- Logan 10/16/09 |
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Food: Delicious food weel prepared, warm atmosphere and the prsonalized service....who could ask for more? Being a baker myself, I can appreciate that labor of love that the owner puts into this establishment. I will be returning here many more times. |
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- Jane Draper 10/16/09 |
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Food: Bonnie is one of a kind. The enthusiasm for what she does is so obvious, it draws you into the past not only with the history of the city, but a true Victorian tea, which is an art that is almost forgotten. We have been several times and I must say each time is a new experience---A must do if you want to experience life in the 19th century. |
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- Catherine Anne 10/15/09 |
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Food: Had so much fun here last week. Excellent value and wonderful hospitality, as the most amazing preparation of food. Everything was just perfect, very unique way to spend the day. |
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- Maragret 10/13/09 |
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Food: WHAT a great venue....Had the most fun here touring around town and eating wonderful Victorian fare in a restored Greek Revival. Such a great concept. A must do if yo are ever in the area. |
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- Shannon 10/10/09 |
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Food: A little bit of heaven we found here. Felt like coming home with a big welcome! Everything was delicious, just as a afternoon tea should be. So soothing with the music playing in the background and the aroma of all the unique fares was perfect. Thanks for making our tea and tour a rememberance always. |
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- Elizabeth 10/07/09 |
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Food: Well organized, pleasant, slow paced tour with excellent presentation. It is well fitting and reminescent of slower paced dys of the Old South, as well as the genteel atmosphere and environment of the teatime. |
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- Paul 10/02/09 |
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Food: Had a great time at DeTours in Elizabeth City. The atmosphere was incrediable as was the tea fare. Such a beautiful home to take tea in, the hostess/owner makes you feel like you are part of her family. The chocolate cranberry scones were out of this world! Enjoyed every minute of the tea and tour. |
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- Sandra B. 09/28/09 |
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Food: This was my first formal tea so was uncertain what to expect...what a pleasant surprise! The lovely Miz Billie Greene and I were warmly greeted by our hostess who welcomed us into her comfortable, antique-filled home as if we were family stopping by to visit. The atmosphere was inviting and authentic, the food was visually appealing, delicious and served with a quite good tasting tea (would like to try more than one flavor but that may be so we make a return trip:) It was a beautiful day and Bonnie was a fun, knowledgeable tour guide as she showed us a bit of the charm and history of Elizabeth City. Thank you for a great experience that I highly recommend! - Terri Anastasi 09/22/09 |
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- Terri Anastasi 09/22/09 |
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Food: When my family visited us in August 2009, I wanted to treat them to something special that would give them a little flavor of the history of Elizabeth City. I saw De'Tours online and decided to give it a try. Being new to the Hertford, NC area, I wasn't sure what to expect, but I was hopeful it would be a pleasant experience for all the different age groups--teens through senior citizens. When Bonnie greeted us, she made us feel like we were long-time friends stopping by for a visit. As you walk into her home, you feel as if you are transformed back in time. Stepping into the dining room, you will be impressed by the beautifully-set table--many of the pieces inherited from Bonnie's family. Once seated and given a little history, the goodies arrive on beautifully- displayed trays. All ar... (more) |
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- Wendy Vandenberg 09/10/09 |
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Food: WE spent a marvalous afternoon at De'Tours while visiting Elizabeth City. Bonnie had all the information about what life was like when people stopped for tea and conversation.Even the teens in our group listened and learned while munching on delicate peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.It was a great experience. |
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- Roberta 09/10/09 |
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Food: Can't say enough about this special place. Such a beautiful home to experience our relaxing tea in. I felt like a queen, everything was just perfect. Food was tastfully done and the table setting was definately a 5 star. Thanks for treating our family to a day we will always remember. |
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- cathy cusick 09/09/09 |
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Food: Had the most interesting day in Elizabeth City, NC with De'Tours (tea & tours.) The owner was very knowledgeable of the history in the area as was her delightful Victorian Tea in the oldest brick home in the town. Wonderful wares and food. Great historic home to have such a beautiful presentation of a Victorian Tea. So far this is the best tea room I have been to and I travel the world for a good cuppa of tea! Thanks for everything and will be back to your quaint town on the East Coast. |
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- Karen Edds 08/28/09 |
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Food: The best tea the most beautiful restored historical home in Elizabeth City. This lady really puts on the Ritz when she serves:) A must do if you want to experience a real Victorian Tea, everything is home-made not store bought like other places I have been. Such a quaint experience that I would do again and again. Thanks for a relaxing day! |
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- Angeline 08/07/09 |
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Food: My family and I thought Bonnie's tea and tour was outstanding. Her warmth and love for the history of Elizabeth City was genuine. We recommend this gem of a tour highly. |
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- Robin Anderson & Family 07/19/09 |
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Food: Great selection of hot tea. Everything was just perfect! Scones to die for. Lemon curd, perfect on top:) Thanks for making our day so special for our family. Will be back for another visit, see you then |
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- Ruth 07/18/09 |
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Food: What a wonderful way to celebrate a BIRTHDAY. The table was was a delight with beautiful tea cups and all the trimmings. The food was wonderful,very creative and a great variety of taste treats. The owner/host was welcoming and accommodating. She provided a wealth of local and historic information. It was a birthday to remember! |
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- Connie Miller 07/15/09 |
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Food: Hi Bonnie, WOW, what an awesom field trip. Below are some comment the 5th graders wanted you to know. 'I didn't know much about the history of Elizabeth City because I've only lived here for three years, however, since our trip I feel that I'm more knowledgeable of this beautiful city.' (Elizabeth Kauaihilo) ' I've lived here for three years and have rode through the some of the same areas we walked but never knew anything about the historic building.' (Magan Jackson) 'I didn't even know that we had an old hotel that was built in 1872.' (Ariana Wiggins) ' We wish we could have gone with you guys,our friends told us about.' (Jordan Harpe, Elizabeth Breaux) ' I took the tour last summer as a part of the Summer Enrichment Program and learned a lot, but by taking the tour with my cl... (more) |
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- The 5th Graders of Pasquotank Elementary 05/26/09 |
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Food: Had a marvelous time here at 'DeTours' while visiting Elizabeth City. What a way to showcase the town and to take tea in a restored home is awesome!:) Everything was perfect and relaxing as tea should be. |
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- Karen 05/22/09 |
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Food: Great wau to spend the afternoon with a authentic tea and tour. The home is lovely with all of the antiques to view. Would do again! |
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- Mary Ellen 05/22/09 |
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Food: We had a marvelous time here and such a treat to be entertained by the owner. Her knowledge and love of history and the food was fantastic! What a unique way of showcasing your town. Truly one of a kind tea house. |
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- Ruth 05/13/09 |
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Food: Our group had a wonderful aftenoon. The food was delicious and a nice variety. Bonnie's home is beautiful and full of family history. She gave a great tour around Elizabeth City. |
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- Anita 05/11/09 |
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Food: This venue is the best from the decor to tea what a charming place to be. The hostess knows her stuff and how to put you back in time. What a relaxing day we had and we felt like we were back in time. To have tea in a restored house is awesome! We will be back. |
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- Aimee 03/31/09 |
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Food: Now I see why this place was featured in Victorian Homes Magazine being one of the top ten tea venues in the US! Thanks, Bonnie for hosting our tea party, we all had such a grand time with you. Your home is beautiful, good luck with all your endeavors. |
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- Michelle & LeeAnn 03/30/09 |
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Food: What a wonderful place to hold a tea party! Our hostess was the best and the atmosphere was awesome. See you soon on a repeat venture. |
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- Jolene 03/30/09 |
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Food: What a way to celebrate my 55th birthday-good friends & family, good food, great home & atmosphere & a fantastic hostess. Thank you Bonnie, you are great! Susan 3/21/09 |
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- Susan Lewis 03/23/09 |
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Food: BONNIE IS THE BEST HOSTESS. HAD A WONDERFUL TIME VISITING ELIZABETH CITY, BEING ABLE TO GO IN HER HOME TO TAKE TEA WAS AWESOME! SHE SHOWCASES THE TOWN SO WELL. A MUST DO IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY. |
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- LINDA 03/13/09 |
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Food: BONNIE IS THE BEST HOSTESS. HAD A WONDERFUL TIME VISITING ELIZABETH CITY, BEING ABLE TO GO IN HER HOME TO TAKE TEA WAS AWESOME! SHE SHOWCASES THE TOWN SO WELL. A MUST DO IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY. |
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- LINDA 03/13/09 |
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Food: BONNIE IS THE BEST HOSTESS. HAD A WONDERFUL TIME VISITING ELIZABETH CITY BEING ABLE TO GO IN HER HOME TO TAKE TEA WAS AWESOME! SHE SHOWCASES THE TOWN SO WELL. A MUST DO IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY. |
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- LINDA 03/13/09 |
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Food: Way to go De'Tours, all your hard work has paid off. Great article in Victorian Homes. Kudos to you on being one of the top ten tea venues in the US! Our experience was exceptional with all the trimmings of a real tea room. Being able to take tea in a historical home is so rewarding. The history of tea and the tour was outstanding. Thanks for all the extras. Great value, not to be missed when visiting the area. |
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- Gert & Art 02/27/09 |
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Food: What a wonderful venue here in Elizabeth City. Very unique way of showcasing the historical homes with a 'flair for tea' ending. We had the best time here taking in all the history the proprietress has to offer, plus the best tea cuisine in the area! Everything made from scratch and interesting presentations. A must to do, we loved the tea posies, what a unique way to drink tea. Will tell others and be will back for a repeat visit. Thanks for all your hospilitality. |
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- Samatha 02/27/09 |
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Food: I was looking for an event that would capture the freshness of a different place for relatives from out of town.Charming and refreshing. Need less to say, it met all of my expectations with elegance. Highly recommend it! |
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- Elizabeth Clements 01/12/09 |
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Food: Everything was wonderful. The tea and food were great. A beautiful historic home to visit. |
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- Jennifer 12/17/08 |
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Food: Wonderful afternoon tea event for members of a City Commission. The house was beautifully decorated for Christmas, and the hostess was very knowledgable about tea history and etiquette. Hand-painted antique china, silver tea service and unique implements, imaginative and delicious food, all created an elegant tea atmosphere. |
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- GTF 12/16/08 |
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Food: Wonderful mix of Victorian class and eclectic fun! A must to experience if you are in the area. |
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- Lela 12/16/08 |
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Food: Perfection! My mother loved the victorian era interior and everything was fabulous! |
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- Dorthy 12/16/08 |
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Food: Bonnie, you are a delightful person and your tea is wonderful.Thanks for helping us with our anniversary tea in New Bern. Aggie |
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- Aggie Derda 12/16/08 |
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Food: We had so much fun at our doll club tea. The food was delicious and the setting was perfect. What a beautiful home to host a 'real' tea. Shopped at the Arts Council which was interesting to end our trip before we headed back to Norfolk. We will be back for more. |
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- Barbara 12/07/08 |
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Food: Wonderful venue! Tour was fantastic and the tea was better than the Ritz! Great way to showcase your town and for us to spend our Thanksgiving holiday with our family. |
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- Renee 12/03/08 |
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Food: Had a wonderful time here with our tour and tea class. Th home is so preserved and the owners have done a fantastic job in doing thee preservation. You will see antiques that are one of a kind to learning about the history of Victorians. What a great way to spend a relaxing day! Will tell everyone I know that this is the place to go for a real authentic tour & tea class. Will be back soon :) Carla |
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- Carla W. 11/11/08 |
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