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A Victorian House filled with treasures in the heart of Vankleek Hill The Gingerbread Capital of Ontario.  History etched all over these priceless items. Eye-catching rare, exquisite, and curious relics can be found in all corners of this historic BnB. This elegant two storey century home is certainly worth the visit, a perfect place to relax and experience a taste of Victorian Era. In 1853 this lot was purchased by members of the Loyal Orange Order for the sum of 13 pounds.
In that same year, the Loyal Orange Lodge Order no. 214 was built. For over 150 years, the building remained in use as a meeting place for the Orange Lodge members. The second floor was the meeting room and the caretaker lived on the ground floor. In recent years, the Vankleek Hill Lodge retired. Now a charming BnB offering its guests a taste of Victorian ambiance. www.victorianbnb.com
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George C. Boldt, millionaire proprietor of the world famous Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City, set out to build a full size castle in Alexandria Bay, on picturesque Heart Island. The grandiose structure was to be a display of his love for his wife, Louise. In January 1904, tragedy struck. Boldt telegraphed the island and commanded the workers to immediately “stop all construction.” Louise had died suddenly. A broken hearted Boldt could not imagine his dream castle without his beloved. Boldt never returned to the island, leaving behind the structure as a monument of his Love. A major landmark, now restored and open to the public, boat tours from both the U.S. and Canada stop at Heart Island. Worth the visit! Heart Island NY. In search of Art in a collection of broken ceramics! |
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