Experience island life as it was in the 1800s at the historic Doller House, located on the waterfront at Put-in-Bay Winery, directly across from Gibraltar Island. This majestic Italianate residence was once home to Valentine Doller, one of Put-in-Bay’s wealthiest and most influential early residents.
Visitors can tour the Doller House to learn about island living—past and present—through displays that highlight the realities of life on South Bass Island. Exhibits include the island’s last remaining icehouse and a look at the 100-year evolution of winter travel across the frozen lake.
The Doller House Estate offers an authentic historical perspective, combining preserved architecture, waterfront views, and stories that reflect how island residents lived, worked, and adapted over time. A visit provides meaningful context to Put-in-Bay’s heritage while complementing the surrounding winery grounds.
