Craigdarroch castle

Discover Pinterest’s best ideas and inspiration for Craigdarroch castle. Get inspired and try out new things.
444 people searched this
·
Last updated 1mo
an old castle like building with many windows and balconies on the top floor

The house of Victorian coal magnate Robert Dunsmuir in Victoria, British Columbia. He had it built expressly to entice his Scottish bride to move to Canada, but he died before it was completed. The castle is much bigger than it looks in this photo. This is a must-see if you ever go to Victoria; the scale and opulence of the place are stunning. Mahogany for days!

129
an old castle like building with a red roof

Craigdarroch Castle reminded me a lot of Hearst Castle, in California. Mostly because they are both “castles” on the outside and adorned mansions with collections of antiques on the inside. It was 3 stories and…

198
an old photo of a very large house in the middle of some green grass with stairs leading up to it

""Craigdarrock," the Residence of Mrs. Robert Dunsmuir, Victoria, British Columbia." Craigdarroch Castle for Joan and Robert Dunsmuir, 1050 Joan Crescent, Rockland, Victoria, BC. Built 1885-90; extant. Architect: Smith and Williams, Portland. Residence of Robert Dunsmuir's widow, Joan Olive, 1890-1908. Afterwards, the 27-acres of landscaped grounds was subdivided by the family. Became a convalescent home for s...

11
an old castle like building with a red roof

Craigdarroch Castle is a photograph by Kristin Elmquist which was uploaded on August 25th, 2012. The photograph may be purchased as wall art, home decor, apparel, phone cases, greeting cards, and more. All products are produced on-demand and shipped worldwide within 2 - 3 business days.

118

Related interests

Craigdarroch castle and more

Explore related boards