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| CRAIGDARROCH CASTLE This 1890s, 4 1/2 storey, 39 room mansion was made for British Columbia wealthiest man, Robert Dunsmuir. Dunsmuir emigrated from Scotland, made his fortune in coal mines, and built this Scottish-style castle to place himself at the head of the local aristocracy. The castle has been carefully preserved and restored with its fine woodwork, stained glass, and original paintings. Robert died before the completion of the house, leaving its possession to his wife, Joan. One of her favorite spots was the one room tower at the top of the castle - 87 steps off the ground - with 360 degree views. Once commanding 28 acres, the estate has kept a mere 1.75 with neighborhoods growing right up to it. I highly recommend the Dunsmuir Saga, the book I bought from the gift shop. It chronicles Robert's rise to wealth, the tension between Joan and her grown sons as she kept tight control of the money, and son James' success in politics as Premier of British Columbia in 1900. James went on to build his own castle: Hatley Castle and Gardens, which is well worth a visit. Official Website http://www.CraigdarrochCastle.com by Bob Kelly http://www.BobsPacificBeachHouse.com |
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