Abandoned Castle in the Woods
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This abandoned mansion in the woods was built by David Abercrombie of Abercrombie & Fitch. The castle was named Elda which was the first letter of each of his children.
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@sarahstrong7174 2 жыл бұрын
Such a shame that people damage such places rather than just let everyone enjoy them.
@lornahardin4563 2 жыл бұрын
Makes you wonder what respect they have for anything.
@sloppyjoe400 2 жыл бұрын
I was just sitting here trying to understand what's the allure to spray painting graffiti.... I just dont get it
@gregggoss2210 2 жыл бұрын
What a travesty. Such a beautiful piece of architecture absolutely disrespected by a bunch of human trash.
@munroboice1542 2 жыл бұрын
I'm 75 and still cannot comprehend the mental -midgetry that must constitute a vandal's thot processes
@lornahardin4563 2 жыл бұрын
@@munroboice1542 I'm with you, I'm79 and my thought is the kids are not taught respect and self worth anymore. It's all a game. But I'd guarantee if someone did this to anything thing or place of theirs they would crap.
@curtis1997 2 жыл бұрын
Do you think Mr. David Abercrombie ever imaged his mansion would end up in this state after his passing? Its sad that people have destroyed something that he probably cherished. I can't imagine how many nights they spent up top just watching the sunset.
@samholdsworth420 2 жыл бұрын
Nothing lasts forever my man
@optichamber51 2 жыл бұрын
Lol yeah it’s been sitting there for like 85 years
@Carolbearce 2 жыл бұрын
This castle must have been amazing in its time. I have never heard of this castle so I am so glad you went there. Thank you.
@travislee9396 2 жыл бұрын
I will never understand the acts of vandalism in places like that. What a shame. Thanks for sharing.
@robertrosicki9290 2 жыл бұрын
I'll never understand some people's urge to vandalize and spray graffiti . Some of the craftsmen and the original owner that built that place would shed some tears to see it today . The sad end to a vision and dream come true .
@Not_You_2 2 жыл бұрын
Unemployed, uneducated with the "If I can't have it, no one else can" attitude. Look at the demographics in Westchester and that will provide most of the answers to your questions.
@nozzzzy 2 жыл бұрын
Humans are weird. Some want to create and build, some want to tear it all down. It's like an endless cycle keeping everything balanced. Imagine how much better these videos would be though if no one vandalized these places and we trust got to see a look into the past.
@Not_You_2 2 жыл бұрын
@@nozzzzy So true. There are a few places untouched like a time capsule, pretty cool too.
@richdiscoveries 2 жыл бұрын
It's even worse now, they set fire to it last week, so freaking sad
@Not_You_2 2 жыл бұрын
@@richdiscoveries It's a shame. There can't be much left but rock anymore
@VinceG18 2 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome architecture. I could only imagine what it looked like in its prime.
@noahhyde8769 2 жыл бұрын
Oh, my gosh -- I LOVE this! I've always loved restoring old buildings/homes, etc and bringing life back into them. This structure could TOTALLY be restored and lived in, again (with as much of the woodwork, beams, metal steps and stone as possible kept intact) -- if a person with the needed resources was behind it. What's its current status, if you know? Is it for sale?
@freedomfan4272 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah imagine what it looked like before all the POS is when in there and spray painted everything
@kategrossi8717 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for showing us this beautiful place! I love history and I am also an artist, it's upsetting to see graffiti everywhere, I understand the art behind it but I think somewhere like this should be preserved so people could see what is left of it's true beauty..
@michaell6807 2 жыл бұрын
Sorry but I hate it. It would definitely givee the creeps living in that Dracula's castle. Sometimes too much is just that.
@Nate-bn5kk Жыл бұрын
@@noahhyde8769 Yes it's for sale, if you have 3 million sitting around...
@guitarhole 2 жыл бұрын
Never seen it before . That's because " Mobile Instinct " is my explorer channel . You don't clammer or sensationalize . You tell the story as you go . Don't ever change .
@christyhubbard8074 2 жыл бұрын
Unfortunate that people can’t just admire beauty and want to destroy it instead, thank you for the video and safe travels to you 😊
@spiderpanch 2 жыл бұрын
Watching you’re videos is like going on an adventure.
@Liz-cmc313 2 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous home. Sad to see homes destroyed. Thanks for the history lesson. I didn't know anything about Abercrombie & Fitch.
@elizabethrowe7262 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing place and would be nice if it could be renovated and brought back to life. Have seen so many buildings like this that are left to rot away as no one wants to spend the money to restore buildings like this. I do wish that vandals would stop defacing walls and rendering a building like this to trash and have no respect for someones else property. Its been abandoned for reasons and its for others to visit and wonder at the immense structure and imagine what it looked like in its hay day and not to be destroyed. Thanks for sharing!
@MySaviorisJesusChrist 2 жыл бұрын
Sad to see it in such a mess but you can still imagine how beautiful it once was. Thanks for videoing it.
@MrsC48 2 жыл бұрын
I watch a lot of exploration videos and this is my first time seeing the castle. Still an amazing place if you look beyond the vandalism.
@imogenPsychic 2 жыл бұрын
I learn more history from your videos than in history class!
@MobileInstinct 2 жыл бұрын
😂🙌
@danpatch4751 2 жыл бұрын
You know that's really quite a place. The craftsmanship was outstanding. To bad the vandals took it over throughout the years. Their name is well known to this day. Thanks for the tour, Mike
@MobileInstinct 2 жыл бұрын
I agree, definitely a beautiful place back then
@jackieblue7591 2 жыл бұрын
Who's Mike?
@danpatch4751 2 жыл бұрын
@@jackieblue7591 That's me
@jackieblue7591 2 жыл бұрын
@@danpatch4751 Oh, sorry! My bad . 😊
@blakesracingandoff-road6353 2 жыл бұрын
Very cool. Somebody with too much money for their own good should fix that thing up it's beautiful and one of a kind
@jeffreyarnold2626 2 жыл бұрын
rather sad such an amazing piece of architecture was left to rot.
@outdoorinfluencer 2 жыл бұрын
What a awesome place. I have never seen this place on any other videos before. Thank you for making it for us.
@dianacreamer9761 2 жыл бұрын
I just don't understand what satisfaction they get from destroying beautiful things. Makes me so sad.
@JohnShinn1960 2 жыл бұрын
Anarchism. 😒
@ceejay6553 2 жыл бұрын
When the video first started I thought you may have been at the Overlook Hotel Ruins in Woodstock, NY. That's another one that's amazing to see, it's on a heavily trafficked hiking trail/access road. It's worth the hike though to see it. Thank you for sharing this though, it's always amazing to see how people once lived in such extravagance.
@koditart4882 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this! How long is the hike?
@ernestj3081 2 жыл бұрын
Its absolutely amazing 🌟😍 The history is fascinating! Once again, the graffiti has ruined the spectacular charm of the stonework and ornate beauty of this castle!
@asn413 2 жыл бұрын
Oh, I don't know. I don't think it's that bad. I've seen gutted castles restored. Brick and stone walled buildings usually retain their structural soundness even after a fire consumes the wood parts. It looks like there is still a good portion of meat there. If someone could get a grant from a govt. historic agency, it might be doable. I grant you I haven't seen it firsthand, but it's way too epic to see a wrecking ball. Anyhow, great vid!
@StanSwan 2 жыл бұрын
This is not a castle it is a 19th century house that is ugly really.
@marilynschmidt6400 2 жыл бұрын
@@StanSwan the house is a mansion and back in 1904 it looked beautiful.
@dmm29 2 жыл бұрын
I can just imagine the years of design and construction that went into this once magnificent structure.
@debbieflaherty1975 2 жыл бұрын
Also….the craftsmanship!!
@twzted_synapse221 2 жыл бұрын
Crazy, Chris! I was just there on 3/6/2022. Basically crawled all over the place. Nice job.
@samanthab1923 2 жыл бұрын
Do you have any other stories or history on it? It so cool
@HelloMoto1991 2 жыл бұрын
When I retire in a few short years I want to do what you are doing and travel the country seeing places like this. Truly enjoy your videos and the history you share.
@ernestj3081 2 жыл бұрын
ELDA🙏🏻absolutely gorgeous Chris!!
@user-lk5tf5it9x 2 жыл бұрын
Sad this beautiful Castle has went down. Thank you for showing this!
@jburnett8152 2 жыл бұрын
I have not seen this one before. It must have been just beautiful. I always wonder about secret passage ways.
@cheriblossom3777 2 жыл бұрын
If I could I would totally buy this and fix it up.
@MobileInstinct 2 жыл бұрын
Me too. I said the same thing about they abandoned observatory out in Cleveland that I filmed at. Both would be so amazing to restore and live in.
@TheDollyDoolittle 2 жыл бұрын
First video I've ever seen about this property. Thanks!! Watching from Ireland 🇮🇪☘️
@gregsimon9061 2 жыл бұрын
It’s always sad to see a place that was so spectacular that has fallen into such a state of disrepair, I always ask myself why? Why wasn’t it saved before it’s too late.
@JohnShinn1960 2 жыл бұрын
Damn taggers. 🥺 Love to have seen it in it's day. Thanks for the tour Chris! 👍👍👍
@tinam5330 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful place but those destroyers can go away. Thank you for showing such a beautiful place, with so much information. 😊
@Jared_Wignall 2 жыл бұрын
This is really cool. I always find something new with your videos Chris, keep up the great work!
@theunspoke815 3 ай бұрын
This is the 1st time I've seen it & I'm watching it 2 years after you posted it!
@dgonthehill 2 жыл бұрын
5 stories, I have handful abandoned channels I follow, never seen it, that is so cool, one of your best videos, picnic area outside, died 64 years old, excellent filiming, hear a girl voice in background, no wonder not scared, but not even haunted, surprised cool beans, train was haunted.
@richdiscoveries 2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you were able to get there. Because Unfortunately this Castle is no longer with us🥺 On a side note, that stairway going up to the top of the castle scared the hell out of me when I went lol
@LeaveNoTrashBehind 2 жыл бұрын
Wait it's gone?
@richdiscoveries 2 жыл бұрын
@@LeaveNoTrashBehind unfortunately yes. It's burnt down about a week ago or so. I went once but really wanted to go back a few weeks ago, I should have, that place was magnificent. While I'm sure the shell is still there, the whole place was fully involved in the pictures I saw. Someone had told me, I Googled it, and unfortunately there it was, so sad
@kranerwheatens 2 жыл бұрын
I'm impressed the doors didn't make a sound... Quality there
@MobileInstinct 2 жыл бұрын
Most of the windows still swing swing smoothly too
@ronaldhass8413 2 жыл бұрын
Great adventure looking forward to many more. Actually was in very good shape for all the years abandoned.
@Nan-59 2 жыл бұрын
How incredibly sad this building was let to rot.
@RETard-me4mj 2 жыл бұрын
People who tear up a library really piss me off. I would like to read a few of those books.
@SueGirling68 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Chris, I have seen this before when Exploring with Josh was there, it really is a gorgeous place or at least was. Thank you for sharing, much love. xx ❤
@skylersadventures1106 2 жыл бұрын
1925? That’s the newest castle I’ve ever seen
@bobz127 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent! Thanks for sharing your adventure with the KZfaq crowd.
@nikkigardiner9426 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Chris! ❤️
@hh7407 Жыл бұрын
That was so fun getting to see inside and all the different rooms and levels and staircases. The view at the top was beautiful. I agree with you all windows up there enclosed would be best. The beams and arched doorways and arched windows throughout and in the great room were lovely. Beautiful stone everywhere. Thank you for taking everyone with you on this tour.
@amie9416 2 жыл бұрын
The taggers have all but destroyed what remains. I love the cement stairs leading to the house in the front. Thank you for sharing! 💜
@jontooke846 2 жыл бұрын
That was really great. I have seen some other times where people I follow have come there. I like seeing different shots and hearing different twists on stories with twists on facts. You do a awesome job.
@bobbiejeanraper5156 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely love this.Thank you. Stay safe in your travels.
@heidip5042 Жыл бұрын
That castle I bet was amazing to see when it was actually in good shape. Would love to live in the woods there
@GoodPersonTestWebsite 2 жыл бұрын
Had no idea about the history of LLB and A&F. Didn't even know they used to set outdoorsy stuff. Very cool.
@GoodPersonTestWebsite 2 жыл бұрын
Def didn't know they were that old either.
@anitakimsey3533 2 жыл бұрын
It is so sad to me to see this beautiful place in ruins. Thank you for another video!
@Ren800X 2 жыл бұрын
Wow that place is awesome thx 4 the great video of this place. Love your video’s.
@boomerthejollybeagle4818 2 жыл бұрын
Could not do the mattress challenge, but thank you for showing this amazing place. I love that you have photos of the castle in its prime. It adds so much to what we see now.
@CrimsonTide923 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, I’ve never seen this one before. I’ll add it to my urban exploration bucket list
@blinderII 2 жыл бұрын
I never heard tell of this place, but i thoroughly enjoyed the tour. What a complete shame...i'll be this was a BEAUTIFUL place at one time. Thanks for the upload! Good job!
@sarahstrong7174 2 жыл бұрын
Thankyou for showing us.
@timothyhopkins6960 2 жыл бұрын
This is the very best of all the videos I have seen . I truly wish the parks service would take it over it would be just a beautiful place to visit .
@tycobb550 2 жыл бұрын
I love all your videos. I had not known of that once beautiful home. Man that thing must have been something. Thanks for the great tour.
@ernestj3081 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Chris! You always post such awesome 🤩 videos. Wow!! Those staircases make me nervous 😬
@GUCR44 2 жыл бұрын
Very cool man! Thanks for sharing this with me!
@GeorgeBeyond 2 жыл бұрын
Love your videos, always with respect and a lot of information. Keep it up! Cheers from The Netherlands
@TonyPartington Жыл бұрын
Fascinating! I did not know of this castle or its rich and diverse history. Another fantastic job Chris. Many thanks!
@heatherknowles6946 2 жыл бұрын
🙏💙 AMAZING castle! Thanks for sharing
@kareng9081 2 жыл бұрын
Wow ! Very cool place. 💕🙂👍 Thanks !
@johnbruce2868 Жыл бұрын
What an amazing building. I read that the last serious owner was a Jim Harrick, president of Harrick scientific Corp who lived there with his family until 1984. Apparently, there have been subsequent owners who sold much of the surrounding estate. Since abandonment every pane of glass is broken, the original panelling has been destroyed by vandals and even the copper wire gouged out from the walls. It was up for sale by Sothebys International in 2020 for $3.5 million. Sadly, your video suggests that nobody seems up for the task of restoration. That's a real shame.
@stacy5915 2 жыл бұрын
I haven't seen a video on this place so thank you! Plus I'm bias, your vids are the best!
@tonybutler8811 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info on this castle Chris really enjoyable video 👍👊🇬🇧🇺🇸
@UZEETM 2 жыл бұрын
Such an amazing place. As always great video.
@brendakrieger7000 2 жыл бұрын
Very cool place! Ashame he didn't get to enjoy it very long. I have seen it before, but it's nice to see your perspective.🏰
@enigmanoneya6418 2 жыл бұрын
Most skilless graffiti ever! What a bunch of pole pullers!
@monaramsey2752 2 жыл бұрын
Incredible looking even after all these years, love the winding staircase.
@MobileInstinct 2 жыл бұрын
There were so many of them too!
@monaramsey2752 2 жыл бұрын
@@MobileInstinctthey are just amazing, I love winding staircases
@Not_You_2 2 жыл бұрын
What an amazing place. Great video
@paulaburrows8660 2 жыл бұрын
A good time of year to visit such a great location, very atmospheric.
@bobsaget9675 2 жыл бұрын
With how much stone and architect it's hard the imagine itd be that much to pull the wood and rebuild around the stone. This place would be amazing!
@karenmilligan5597 2 жыл бұрын
I've seen 1 other vid on this place. I don't remember who was doing it but the vid is surely less than 10 yrs old. It still looked pretty nice then. Amazing how much it has gone down and been vandalized since then. ☹️
@toms1499 2 жыл бұрын
Had to have been an awesome house in its day. Several signs though that it maybe has not been abandoned for quite so long. Maybe early 2000's?
@amandasimo5495 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the backstory on the castle I think it made it more interesting I've seen other videos with them visiting this Castle yours was great👍
@alvb9125 Жыл бұрын
Breaks my heart to see the wood paneling destroyed, I'll never fathom the desire to destroy beautiful things. Makes me rage!
@parson7260 Жыл бұрын
Sad....so sad.
@amyspencer634 Жыл бұрын
You can tell it must have been a beautiful house and that it was well made. It is always so sad to see them so horribly treated by people who think it's okay to graffiti or break things that don't belong to them.
@Free-flyBE Жыл бұрын
Just found your channel today & so glad I did - you hit the best spots I've ever seen! Wonder why their remaining children didn't keep it.
@DeanChael 2 жыл бұрын
great video and fantastic architecture
@joemccann4373 2 жыл бұрын
once again awesome video. Thanks for posting
@timhughessr 2 жыл бұрын
Great video thanks for sharing
@Brad-S 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris. If I ever make out there from California it's nice to know I have place to stay for two nights. I did the math in my head. Just not sure $1,500 would cover the trip. 🤔
@jamiescountryliving 2 жыл бұрын
Oh wow bet that was beautiful back in the day
@davidgoodman6924 2 жыл бұрын
I've never seen this place, great video!
@djmossssomjd8496 2 жыл бұрын
Great video as always.
@damndman2009 2 жыл бұрын
Very cool! I have never seen this place in other videos. Thanks great video!
@ExUSSailor 2 жыл бұрын
That must've been something to see in it's day!
@lesliewachter1275 2 жыл бұрын
I was there 3 years ago. It was harder to get into at the time because the neighbors were watching the place and chasing people away. There wasn't as much graffiti esp. in that study with the wood walls. It's totally destroyed now. Sad.
@rsuriyop 2 жыл бұрын
How close were the neighbors? The property seems pretty far away from anyone making it difficult to catch would be trespassers.
@lesliewachter1275 2 жыл бұрын
@@rsuriyop They were close enough to know what was going on. I didn't have an issue because we parked in the woods and hiked to it. Some people actually parked in the driveway that led to the house. Those were usually the ones getting caught. Unfortunately, the place was set on fire a month or two ago. I think all that is left are the stone walls.
@TJ-id6ee Жыл бұрын
@@lesliewachter1275 Wow how sad!
@jeffrey.a.hanson 2 жыл бұрын
Growing up just north in Woodstock, there’s a lot of hidden treasures in the mountains of the Hudson Valley that have been abandoned since it’s heyday. Unfortunately, the economy hasn’t been strong enough to support these structures…especially with nature constantly fighting back.
@kyewinkles4283 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video
@bettyprussia9777 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video first time seeing it! Wonderfully done ****
@GoodPersonTestWebsite 2 жыл бұрын
You're the only exploring channel I subscribe to so no, I hadn't seen it yet. 🥰
@Locoandchooch 2 жыл бұрын
Was a beautiful home.
@jamesholt7612 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome place Chris.
@williammaisonet8228 2 жыл бұрын
Love these videos!
@Defender-Guy 2 жыл бұрын
I’m no expert but I reckon it could be restored. If only some institute/organization could buy it & restore it to its former glory. That would be awesome.
@1028dianemarie Жыл бұрын
I’ve been watching urbex videos for a couple of years now and I’ve never seen this place. Thanks for uploading. And just to repeat what everyone else is saying for the life of me I have no idea what drives people to destroy property like this.