Abandoned Mansion Of An American Cult Family Who Ran An Oil Business

[@JR-777-t7g]

Sad that there's all these beautiful abandoned homes you keep finding out there and there are so many homeless people out there freezing and dying.

[@annettes965]

I agree, why are they abandoned with no use...I'd love living here myself... ❤

[@mamalor13]

It's very sad that people can look upon one man's treasure, earned by a lifetime of hard work, and think that it should be given to him for free.

[@seydaonal3793]

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[@mamalor13]

@@annettes965 Frequently theyvare abandoned because taxes are too high. Some others have major structural issues. Bottom line, ALL are owned by someone who would sell for the right offer. Unless you inherited a bunch of money, for most people, that means years of working AND SAVING by living below your means for a period of time before buying. People want to cry about it but that's the way it has ALWAYS been done in America. People today don't want to deny themselves anything today in order to have a better tomorrow. That's on those who won't. The people who built those houses? That's how they did it.

[@SRay-or3nc]

In the early 20th century, Baldwin was at the height of its success. The company produced some of the world's best pianos, which were used by classical musicians and composers.

[@VeilFairchild]

This has to be one of the most unusual explores I've seen you both do, because of the nature of the house being so clean still. I have a hard time imagining it being abandoned for as long as it has. The decay seems very minimal, and no signs of visible vandalism. I was impressed. Everything about this home reeks of opulence and wealth. I don't think I saw one thing left behind there that qualified as "cheap", or distasteful. You can definitely tell these people came from money. It doesn't bother me that this is not a "time-capsule" home with tons of memories left behind. I can appreciate the house in itself. The architecture was fabulous and well designed. I really liked it. Great video as usual, Lesley and Danny! You both did an awesome job. Thanks for taking us on a tour of this home!

[@mcm730]

Roof has probably held up well, once the roof is gone, the rest of the building will deteriorate quickly.

[@bonniebias1853]

This house was so beautiful!! I’m so disappointed in the fact that no one is living in it. Wow it really doesn’t need that much work to bring it back to life. And the views are beautiful. The kitchen was so big. I’m so happy that nobody has vandalized the gorgeous property. If only I knew who owned it I definitely would’ve bought it and made it into an investment property. Thanks 🙏 again for a wonderful exploration!!

[@CryptoInvest-LunaticCapital]

not worth it. especially if those houses were made of asbestos and lead paints back in the early 1900s and 2000s when we're all ignorant of its harmful effect to one's health. it could probably heading for demolition....better to build new houses than inherit properties that would cause health issues to you and your family.

[@rachelann9362]

⁠@@CryptoInvest-LunaticCapitallead paint was not in use until the 2000s. It was banned in the US federally in 1978, but some states had banned it sooner. Majority of houses built before 1940 has some lead paint. By 1960, it fell to 24%. Lead paint in no where as difficult to deal with as asbestos products. As long as lead paint is in good condition when it’s sealed, there’s little risk of harm. It doesn’t have to be removed like asbestos. That being said, it still as additional costs, but nothing like asbestos remediation entails.

[@tamaramorton8812]

I can’t believe that place is unlocked and hasn’t been vandalized!

[@robertabessey7990]

Danny is right, don't walk on frozen pools, ponds, whatever. Thanks for sharing

[@kangirigungi]

The Russian Doll baskets are designed like that for efficient storage. When in use, you take them apart and you have 3 differently sized baskets. When not used, they are put inside each other so they occupy less space. I store my suitcases the same way when I'm at home, although they are completely different kinds.

[@RickRoman-f8v]

The framed glass above the door is called a transom. It was used in the summertime to help ventilate be the room.

[@1lowone]

Lesley and Danny, Yet another wonderful adventure from my old home state, a beautiful old home sadly left to decay in the elements... So happy to see you guys having a fun snowball 'fight' at the intro, I almost miss that from my younger days... fun to throw, not so much being hit. An excellent job of blending both of your recordings together Danny!! I'm so glad that Lesley's "I've never walked on a frozen pool before..." didn't turn into "I've never been rescued from a semi-frozen pool before...". It's a beautiful looking location to enjoy all the seasons in the surrounding hills. Where I grew up was in a valley next to a river, so our view was looking up to the hills... Could you tell if any of those other houses around the main house were also abandoned or were they occupied? Anyway, another great Sunday explore with you guys... Continue to take care and be safe!! Eric W.

[@lylawhite3479]

Someone is maintaining that property fellas.

[@tigerlillybell75]

The toilet off the kitchen is for the cook and other servants who would not use the family's. Don't you think that you really should have turned the fan off outside and left the front porch light on like you found it? Probably left on by whoever comes to check on the property. They will know someone has been there. You always do such wonderful explores! Thank you.

[@LiviCG91]

He did turn it off it takes a while for the fan to stop spinning completely.

[@sparkledejager1965]

Love the dual camera situation all at the same time

[@juliannenoll8225]

I could listen to this guy talk all day long. I love his accent.❤

[@lisamurphy4438]

It’s strange to me that in the US, when homes are abandoned and in good shape as this one is, that there are no squatters present. Especially with the homelessness here.

[@lisaarca1555]

And the doors not being locked,….

[@guitruss7]

It’s in BFE

[@groofoot]

In urban areas, in cities like Detroit, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Chicago, there ARE squatters, and they're Dangerous people ....

[@tonycorente7304]

You must be quite narrow minded in your thinking of the united states, in that you would make a comment such as this. This is a very large country and our suburbs and towns our mountain communities and beautiful countrysides of villiages do not have squatters waiting for empty homes.

[@groofoot]

Yah, I tried to point out that it's the huge, crime infested cities which have that problem .... not rural America .....@@tonycorente7304 .....

[@introvertsrock9843]

Really like the history behind the former owner(s) Could create a 2nd channel about history, biographies, etc

[@Kat-bd9de]

What history, can't find anything online.

[@Metoo-y7q]

@@Kat-bd9deIt’s probably palm oil not petroleum oil. This place is probably part of Curt’s divorce after he S.A.’d his stepdaughter, in Racine.

[@rebeccabailey9258]

So appreciate all of your videos! You do a fantastic job showing the details and narrating! BTW, the Baldwin brand of piano is very high quality. Expensive! The American recording artist, Billy Joel, will only perform using a Baldwin piano.

[@lindatimmons3675]

Nice big basement. That cookstove is a commercial home kitchen stove. Like a restaurant stove just a few less burners.

[@alicegibson685]

This property was owned by the Blackburn's, not Johnson's. It was not part of an oil family, not a cult and no scandal, not abandoned, someone still upkeeps it and it is for sale. No respect for other people's properties. Sad.

[@snelly4939]

I'm sure they didn't know it. They have try, at least, to do some research.

[@justineheinrichs2798]

What a beautiful home you found ❤. Awesome tour, thank you for sharing it with me. ♥️🇨🇦

[@jenniffer9034]

Hi Lesley and Danny Its so sad to see this huge abandoned home! Hope you enjoyed the snow ❤

[@berthagreen1620]

What a gem. Sad to see it abandoned. Great video guys.

[@joagapitoscuisine]

Their place is beautiful as well as the house,the owner of that place is very rich.A lot of people dream of having such a beautiful house. I can imagine how happy this house was back then.

[@joedadda3105]

In the description it says not so happy things.

[@LETSFISHINGO]

Nowadays, in America, we keep our guns a lot closer lol

[@dannybiddinger]

Hey Lesley you an Danny are having to much fun in the snow 😆. as always another great explore guys! I’m really enjoying it 👍🏽 keep up the good work!

[@Daughterofzion1-p9i]

This place is in pristine condition. Unreal. Great video

[@julie.1081]

I'm only 10 seconds in but...coming from ND, I still enjoy watching adults, especially men, having a lighthearted snowball fight! I guess no matter who or where you are or even how old, we all still have a bit of kid in all of us!

[@laci_lulu7805]

I have to thank you. I'm watching this episode with my parents. You're bringing families together with your beautiful exploration. ❤

[@jerroldmcley4347]

It looks like that was a very old house completely restored

[@anthonycoach4551]

Valcan stoves are for restaurants or where there's industrial equipment needed and yes there very expensive..and thoes chairs upstairs are called queen ann chairs there worth a nice piece of change..

[@lisacooper3991]

Ohh wow,snow ❄️🌨️.. it's soooooo beautiful.. really liked the fireplace on the back porch area n the main staircase is gorgeous.. doesn't look old inside or rundown.. thanks for sharing

[@ellyj5670]

No squatters, no looters and someone paying the utilities.

[@sandraheassan378]

I’ve been to the Netherlands several times. Love the style of Amsterdam the beautiful buildings and the 7 sisters bridges 🥰

[@eleanorfetterman2493]

This was such a beautiful home. Too bad you didn't get to film the servants/guest houses.

[@craftyourwaytopeace]

What a beautiful home. Doesn't seem like it would take too much to fix it up. Great architecture. So many great furniture pieces just left behind. That "master" bedroom was HUGE!! Whoever lived there has a flare for Asian , Victoria , Art Deco furniture 😬 Too many different styles in one room lol😂. None the less, another great video & beautiful abandoned secret in the middle of somewhere. ❤

[@lailahammes4964]

Thank you Leslie and Danny!

[@withercod]

How is the electric still on after 15 years?! Do you know what the electric bill would be in a house like this after 15 years? It would be ridiculous

[@jennmontague3350]

It’s for sale

[@snelly4939]

​@@jennmontague3350How do you know?

[@jennmontague3350]

@@snelly4939 Google

[@melissawilcoxon9913]

I heard the banks leave the electric on so there is less decay.

[@ritafoster8625]

This is a beautiful house. Thanks for the video ❤

[@googleuser3691]

Amazing how freaking clean the place stayed.. They must not have had a lot of people around to make dust..

[@davidgillard4995]

It looks too clean to be abandoned.

[@shayesheppard6300]

I just found out about your channel and I haven't changed the channel for 2 days. I do have a question- When u explore houses/mansions that have thousand of dollars worth of usable,untouched items that can be of benefit to anyone across the United States Do you attempt to convince family to donate- there are so many people in desperate need of the simplest things and 90% of these homes have things that can help them...what do you do or do you do anything? I SUPER DUPER LOVE YOUR CHANNEL- PLEASE KEEP DOING THIS..THANK YOU❤

[@tammyasbury6517]

Loved this mansion to me ,loved colors ,still in great shape ,wonder why one of the children don't want to live there maybe when older ,great explore ,found a good one

[@CryptoInvest-LunaticCapital]

not worth it. especially if those houses were made of asbestos and lead paints back in the early 1900s and 2000s when we're all ignorant of its harmful effect to one's health. it could probably heading for demolition....better to build new houses than inherit properties that would cause health issues to you and your family.

[@mynameisEsther408]

Sad how these people were thrown out of their own home just because of someone who lied about them and defame their character! Just pathetic! They created hate upon these people!

[@kingdomfreedom8323]

It's quite a sordid hobby for some individuals to create hate narratives. Quite the Internet sensation to dehumanize others. People of no true intelligence, who possess only a devious manifestation of cunning duplicity.

[@jennmontague3350]

Further info if possible please

[@barbkeil-burton6894]

Hi Lesley & Danny, Abandoned Mansion in Upstate N.Y. ( must of been 2022 because No Snow Yet there in 2023) Lesley & Danny... the Fan Blades are curved like that from Summer Heat, for a few Yrs!! Dining Room @16:00 the style was Japanese too, the Legs of it & the Mirror on top!! Next Rm, the Baldwin yes is a Good Name Brand here in the States & the Piano Keys are locking up from the Mice & Nest!! Next Rm...I love the Stove in the Kitchen, @20:21 the Window Above the Door Opens , it`s a Transom Window!! Basement...Entering it... You Missed the Light Switch, so No Need for Phone to See!! The 3 Baskets & 3 Baskets on the Floor are Unique @26:34 !! The Whole Mansion is Gorgeous Outside & Inside except one Rm where the Paint was Chipping!! Someone Should Buy it, or the Town Officials Should do something Before It gets Ruined!! I Love the Furniture, Fireplaces, Kitchen Appliances, the Piano & Chandelier in the Garage!! Thanks Lesley & Danny for this Beautiful Tour of this Mansion!! ❤ Have a Safe Journey to Your Next One!!❤ Have a Wonderful Evening!! ❤ Love Barb from Central Illinois USA❣

[@John_Locke_108]

He said it was filmed in March. But still could have been March of last year.

[@jocelynastheart2732]

That is one beautiful house! I adore all the windows and stairs beautiful!

[@temelynytvideos]

The facade of the house is a good setting for a Christmas movie.

[@jennmontague3350]

Imagine making pasta on that Italian marble. I loved that industrial style kitchen so functional

[@shivapriyasaraswati7171]

This home has a prominent history. It's known as the Wedding Present Farm.

[@groofoot]

.... it's in New York state .... not too far from New York City .....

[@shivapriyasaraswati7171]

@@groofoot It's around 140 miles from NYC, so not really that close.

[@sjeanbean]

Yea non of what he said about who lived there was true.

[@shivapriyasaraswati7171]

@@sjeanbean Exactly

[@LisaNelsonSnugglebunny]

Why is this place not up for sale? Looks like it could still be lived in, i saw no decay!

[@sharonstrickland6421]

Apparently someone said it was up for sale.

[@jamesjones1536]

You guys do such an Outstanding Job!!!! You show how people(s) lived there lives, the good and the bad!!! You truly have touched the hearts and minds of many across the World. Thanks so much!!!!

[@carolynlanham3170]

Walking on a "frozen" pool is not only dangerous, but stupid, guys.

[@frankibelt8447]

If that is an ice pond, walking and running on it can be very dangerous and deadly. Be careful, guys

[@rppope1006]

Ya sure but it's alot harder to walk on a non frozen pool so i don't blame them 😂

[@John_Locke_108]

Thats a pool cover covered in ice. No way to know if the actual pool water underneith is frozen.

[@Ruben-Mazereeuw]

Well, it depends on how long and how hard it is freezing out there. If it is a couple of weeks below zero, there is no problem walking on the ice.

[@kelvinmbugua5091]

Relaaax!!!

[@sandyo.stearns592]

No, Americans don’t store guns in grandfather clocks. We have gun cabinets or safes.

[@robertladue7647]

Baldwin is an American piano manufacturer. Tempos fugit is Latin for time flies.

[@willyegger4488]

Hey hey my dear friend Lesley, I loved the playful intro with Danny and you throwing snowballs and having apparently such a lot of fun together. So adorable and a pleasure to watch! - Of course I also share the opinion of many other commenters, that walking on the ice of the pool was quite a risk, although Danny advised you not to do that. He is the voice of reason. You really should listen to him. I actually love that, how you are caring for each other. Unbelievable how untouched and in what a good state of preservation the huge rooms of that mansion are left behind. Even the electricity is still running! Wow, how unexpected! - Some furniture was also still looking very nice and still useable, like that beautiful Baldwin piano. Thank you, dear Lesley and Danny, for sharing that interesting explore in this impressive and huge mansion. I found it once more so amazing, how you filled that location with new life only through your vivid imagination, how the former owners were living there their everyday life. That is exactly the reason, why I especially love your explores because of your unique way of approaching the possible life of the people having lived there back in the active days. - Simply wonderful! - Also wonderful to listen is the background music. Looking very much forward to your next explore adventure, bro! - Stay safe, and take care. Peace, many hugs and kindest regards.

[@wildfireintexas]

That house looks really good for being abandoned for 15 years. Baldwin is a lower end piano manufacturer. Not very high quality.

[@Bern-q3d]

House gets cleaned like it is a museum now

[@davidhibbs6989]

This place looked more like an estate property than a mansion!

[@robertdesantis6205]

It's no Elkins Park.

[@davidhibbs6989]

@@robertdesantis6205 Elkins park pa?

[@robertdesantis6205]

@davidhibbs6989 Yes. Was there back in the 90's when the Korean Bible Pres were holding services in the chapel.

[@davidhibbs6989]

@@robertdesantis6205 yes I grew up in the area about 10 miles north of here around hatboro pa. I can remember everything going on in that area as well!

[@robertdesantis6205]

@davidhibbs6989 I hear rumors that the county is refurbishing the estate. Hated to see it in such disrepair.

[@robinadelman2912]

I have just happened onto your videos here on KZbin and I can't begin to tell you how much I enjoy them, and your commentary on them! I have seen some of them from other urban explorers point of view, but you bring a whole new dimension to them, like I am seeing them for the first time!!! Your doc on Lynnewood Hall was fascinating and I hope you'll return and let us know how the restoration is progressing. I wish I could get into urban exploration! And PS: you are very easy on the eyes😍

[@lindatimmons3675]

What a beautiful place. You are lucky you did not fall in. Listen to Danny, it is too dangerous. How long are you gonna be in the US and how far down south are you going. Or is this an old video that you filmed before and just released it. Stay safe always.

[@michellepark604]

I just love Danny. He’s your best camera man yet! Your both such sweeties

[@teresafox5297]

Absolutely love your Videos, myself and my husband are pure addicted, some of them are very sad but so interesting, love the way explain everything about the Family's and the care and perfection you take with each piece, your a pure gent and also Danny, love and Blessings to you, Teresa and Bernie Fox, From Ireland ❤

[@judyparsons1657]

Leslie and Danny thanks so much for another wonderful video I'm going to watch it again ❤ love you guys

[@Gserra78]

That's so weird that the utilities are still on after 15 years I wonder who pays for that or did the family just pay the utility company in advance for years

[@jyothiganesh2622]

Beautiful video Lesley n Danny. Not much decay. Someone can buy this property n live over there. Beautiful mansion. Just loved it

[@Kim-J312]

Walking on a frozen pool is very very dangerous, especially if there is a pool cover" you can easily go under the water and trapped under pool cover , unable to surface to breathe. Dont do that

[@catherinearroyo5359]

"Lets sing a song," No!!!! 😂😂😂😂you guys crack me up

[@ipsosmaati1971]

Thanks guys ❤

[@arlenelovelace18]

My Nevada home was built in 1963, and there is a powder room (sink & toilet) off the kitchen. Kind of weird, but handy!

[@amelias.2509]

In my youth that was the maid's toilet.

[@griselhernandez1909]

Such a lovely view with the snow.

[@lisahelm9016]

Nice to see you still or back in the US and very glad to see you now have sponsors.

[@GloriaPoggi-o4b]

Hello bros I love walking with you on your many adventures threw times past , another beautiful home ,thank you

[@marlonneal7381]

That place didn't quite seem that big, to me. I wanted them to go through the other structures on the property as well.

[@jakester455]

Love your videos. Mistaking a grandfather clock for a gun cabinet is understandable, since you're unfamiliar with our culture. LOL

[@chatiwag]

Just curious, where does the "cult" part fit in? You didn't mention it at all. A beautiful home, although dated quite old, but hope someone can restore it. Sad to see something laid out so beautifully be left behind. But, that's what happens in liberal run states like New York. People can't afford to live there anymore.

[@leobower9041]

Great videos you and your crew are awesome

[@lunchboxlori1931]

BEAUTIFUL! THANK YOU! 💖

[@CjbrkBrooks]

Baldwin is a famous piano company in the USA. I’m always amazed at the low amount of storage space they have in bathrooms. (I need a BIG vanity).

[@melissaharris4385]

I can't believe u guys were here!! If I knew I would have loved to have met you!! ❤

[@deloreslopez1212]

This is very dangerous being out on frozen places

[@lorih2249]

It isn’t cold enough in New York in March to walk on frozen ponds or water. Risky move.

[@marihill2289]

You guys are so entertaining. I love the surprises you find. This house was very nice. 😊

[@altwasser2305]

Eine mysteriöse Familiengeschichte. Was hat sich im Haus alles abgespielt? Schade um das Anwesen. Im Sommer ein schönes Wohnen in freier Natur. Ein unbewohntes Haus ist dem Verfall preisgegeben. Ich liebe eure Videos!

[@ajtsou397]

Bathroom off the kitchen for servants to use, they wouldn’t be allowed to use the family facilities

[@chrisnew2752]

Someone had to be in there before they filmed. Saw no rats or mice at all and it was winter

[@AnnetteHeiser-jx5lk]

This place was not o 5:52 wned or built by the Johnson family. It's called Wedding Present Farm. Carter Banks owned it and it's not abandoned. It's being renovated, that's why the electricity is still on. Get your info right before telling fibs.

[@dorothypatterson132]

Ite beautifully love window and the white walls. Someone's been taking.care of this property. Love this. Nice big kitchen

[@MRb-om9jv]

great snowball fight)) Thank you very much for the beautiful high-quality video and interesting story) Great) Amazing house . I love you guys! Inspiration and good mood to you)) Lesley, you are our sunshine)❤❤❤

[@lynny5510]

I lived in upstate NY in 2001-2002. We lived in Clayton NY and it was unbearably cold all winter. It snowed almost everyday from Oct to May. I shoveled snow nearly every day that entire time. I am not a cold weather person so I was very unhappy there. It snowed on Mothers' Day LOL!! I couldn't believe it.

[@lorinull9005]

Leslie I love hearing you say mother. And i enjoyed the snowplay at the beginning of the video.

[@SmokeyMt.]

When you said you were going to walk on that pool i said no you won't because you will go right through. I saw where another person commented that this home didn't belong to a Johnson family and no scandal and that it is for sale❤

[@anya229]

Nesting baskets they are called. In other places you may find "nesting tables". Great tour thank you!

[@heidi215]

Such a shame. Someone is paying the hydro. Why not sell it or rent it out. Such a waste.

[@Lisa-de2vw]

That is such a beautiful house . It is in good shape as well . Seems like someone would buy it . Unless something bad happened there .

[@kathleencarter9739]

I stepped on a frozen pool and it had a topper to it like the one that was there and I fell in but thankfully they got me before I drowned . You really scared me! I was screaming “ Don’t do it!!

[@mzay1608]

That's it?? I want more..it's such a huge house..

[@jendagesse4524]

They don't make homes like they use to

[@annegleason8442]

I love thet house!!!! Please be careful when walking on a frozen pool! I don't want you to fall in!!

[@CcMccormick-u1k]

This should be aquired and remodeled for the homeless and downtrodden!!!*ckm

[@danabrooks8312]

Such a beautiful home, just in time for Christmas 👏☃️❄️🎄🎅🦌

[@PomegranateChocolate]

30:27 It says made in the year of Qianlong. The reign of Emperor Qianlong is between 1735 to 1796. If the teapot is not a fake then it is an antique that can worth some money.

[@LindaBinks-xd2hh]

Beautiful work and great job ❤️❤️❤️