Craigdarroch Castle, Victoria BCCraigdarroch Castle Historic House Museum, Victoria BC

Completed in 1890,  the Castle was completed just after its owner Baron, Robert Dunsmuir passed away.

His Wife Joan Dunsmuir live in the "home" until her death in 1908, and since then Craigdarroch Castle was used for:

  • Military hospital
  • A college
  • School board office
  • A conservatory of music
  • Now as Craigdarroch Castle Historic House Museum

The stories, the restoration project and  its checkered history make Craigdarroch Castle a must visit stop for anyone visiting or living in Greater Victoria.
The Home, grounds, and setting is truly very special, and one can truly appreciate what this home and it grounds would have looked like during the days of the Dunsmuir's.

Upon his Death, Robert Dunsmuir Estate was estimated to be between 15 - 20 million (1890 dollars), one can only imagine the wealth and  furnishings, the design, its setting and the amazing interior of this "Bonanza Castle"
Is worth your attention and time, when you come to our part of Paradise, we cal Victoria BC.

Craigdarroch Castle is located at 1050 Joan Crescent, Victoria BC and  all their visiting details can be found here on their website

 


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13 Comments on Craigdarroch Castle Victoria BC

AUG
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2011
563,045 Points 17 Featured Posts Called Shot Master

Very cool- I love castles!
11:15am • #1
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Peter and Linda - The Craigdarroch Castle looks like a wonderful place to visit.  I was in Victoria, B.C. back in 1994, and have always wanted to go back!  I remember The Empress Hotel as well.
11:16am • #2
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Hi Carol,

so do we, and this House castle or Bonanza House as they call it is very impressive, and its setting on the hill top offers some very cool vista's
11:34am • #3
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Hi Myrl,

Well than it is about time you come back for a visit and we will tour you all around our beautiful Greater Victoria Area, and off course include Craigdarroch Castle.
11:36am • #4
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Hi Guys,

I like the castle discussion and then to your real estate marketing. Excellent job and seg way. Thanks for the blog. I also like your pictures.
12:42pm • #5
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Hi Bob,

Thanks for your kind feedback, and comments, we love these old properties and their personality, compare to today's designs, we would think they are all wrong, but they just have very little compromise for quality and space use.
12:44pm • #6
127,843 Points 8 Featured Posts Outside Blog

Linda that is beautiful!  I would LOVE to visit that place!  Castles are so cool!  Great job adding elements like this to your real estate blog.  Consumers like to see things other than the typical buy and sell lingo!
1:06pm • #7
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Hi Sherri,

Thank you for your kind words and feedback, over time we hope to have a library of information that visittors (local and from anywhere, will be able to enjoy the many features and lifestyle benefits enjoyed in Greater Victoria.
1:36pm • #8
AUG
12
2011
1,057,134 Points 27 Featured Posts Outside Blog Called Shot Master

As many times as I’ve been to Vancouver and Seattle, I’ve never made it across the channel to the Island. It will happen someday.
2:01am • #9
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Hi Jim,

Well next time in the region, we have given you one more reason to make it up to Victoria and Craigdarroch Castle
9:36am • #10
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Peter and Linda, I just love the character and history in these unique buildings
12:07pm • #11
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HI Chris,

You got that right, just walking around these buildings is special, there is just not enough money, patience or determination to do this anymore, and for those that do, they will never let us into their properties.....
12:54pm • #12
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Hi Peter and Linda, I love Old Castles and this one sure looks like it would be interesting to visit. I have never been to Victoria so I will add it on to My Bucket List of places I plan to visit. Nice post and loved the photos.
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