Dan Bell CUTTING/ROOM/FLOOR Ep. #6 : Hilltop House Hotel Extras

[@luvbleangel]

I used to work at Hilltop in housekeeping. I really enjoyed your videos of the hotel. Was like taking a walk down memory lane. I can still remember exactly how each room looked as you walked into them. At the time I worked at the hotel, I also lived on the property. The room you were in around 8:45-9:10 in this video, was the room that my dad and I shared. It is such a shame to see the shape the hotel is in now. I can tell you, I have had personal experiences in this hotel with the paranormal. You did an awesome job! And thank you allowing me to relive this time in my life!

[@ThisisDanBell]

+Kristle Logan What an awesome story, Kristle! Can’t believe I got the room you shared with your father. Must be weird watching these videos.

[@luvbleangel]

+This is Dan Bell. Its sad more than being weird. The hotel was such a beautiful and amazing place. I have had so many great memories there. That hotel is where i "grew up" and made major changes in my life. I've seen many videos of people walking through and they will say something about a room or something that is on the wall or whatever and I just want to correct them lol Also while watching these videos, yes I see the shape it is in now, but I can also still see what it used to look like. Kind of reminds me of the scene in the movie Titanic at the end when Rose dies and goes back to the ship and its all in perfect condition and such. I will tell you, to me, the best part of living in that particular room in the annex, was watching the deer come up to the window in the mornings. I want to go back so badly and just do a walk thru like you have and so many others have. I can honestly say, I wouldn't be scared. The only thing I would be scared of would be falling through the floor. One day I will return and hopefully the hotel will still be standing!

[@DavidAbyssal]

+Kristle Logan can you tell us your experiences in this hotel with the paranormal? pls...

[@npadul30]

+This is Dan Bell. What kind of shots do you use? You're camera work is amazing.

[@luvbleangel]

Juan David Neira I was cleaning the tub in 66 one day when I heard a woman's voice behind me call out "ma'am". Naturally I turned around to answer her and see what she needed, but nobody was there. Of course I searched around for her, and she was no where to be found. Nobody was on that floor while I was up there and all guests had already checked out. There is also on the 2nd floor, a door that leads down stairs into the back of the kitchen. We used those stairs to carry dirty linen down. One day, with my arms full of dirty sheets, I opened the door to head down. I then felt 2 hands on my shoulders that shoved me. Had it not have been for the "overhang", I would have fallen. I don't remember the room number, but on the second floor, after you come up the stairs, you turn left and then left again to face a long hallway. At the end of that hallway is the fire escape/stairs. If you walk down that hallway, its either the first door or the second door on the left hand side that always stayed ICE cold. It didnt matter how high you turned the heater on, that room never warmed up. The door knob was ALWAYS ice cold, even when the rest were decently warm. I never truly experienced anything weird in the room itself (other than the out of normal coldness), although I always would get that eerie feeling from being in there, as if I was being watched. I know there is another room on the 3nd floor that they always had locked. We were never allowed to enter it. It is right at the top of the stairs and immediately to the right, heading to the 3rd floor. (I wanna say something 25? don't remember) They had found a woman dead in that room years and years ago. (Before I started working there, happened in the late 90's I think). Nothing real creepy about it, but I've never seen the inside of that room. The biggest experience that has happened that I know of, actually happened to my father. He worked the front desk at night. Just to give you an idea about my dad, He is a big man, very intimidating and was a HUGE sceptic. Did not believe in the paranormal at all. He was one of those that would laugh at you if you even mentioned something unexplainable happening. Anyway, He was working the front desk one night, It was about midnight and he started to walk around the hotel locking the entrance doors (there were quite a few). When he walked past the front desk he seen a man on the security camera walking through the lobby towards the bar down the hallway. Well when he looked in the direction of the man, there was no body there, But he was still there on the security camera screen. Then he disappeared. Well My dad thought his mind was playing tricks on him and shrugged it off. He then headed towards the foyer so he could lock both of those doors as well. As he went through the foyer towards the very front entrance door, He was shoved out of the hotel and heard the door lock behind him. He turned around to try and get back in and on the inside of the door stood an older gentleman, in full uniform (described him to me as maybe a general during the civil war). He said the man stood there with a grin on his face and his arms crossed on his chest. Dad said he stood there for about 30 mins just staring at this man. All of a sudden the man vanished and my dad was able to get back into the hotel. To this day, My dad is a believer and still breaks out into a sweat when he tells anyone about his experience. I've heard little children laughing, I've seen things get moved and misplaced only to be found somewhere else that it shouldn't even be. Doors would slam shut for no reason. Pretty interesting hotel!

[@raftash5279]

"The fuck kind of hillbilly shit is this?" - Dan Bell, 2015

[@raftash5279]

***** purely coincedental. I didn't evem know the comment existed.

[@shillbots1238]

LMAO "Who'reyu, wanaryu noin here" Laughed for about an hour xDD

[@Utubesuxmycock]

HAHAHAHAH

[@Stinkycheeseman93]

Dan, I’ve been binge watching your videos for basically the last two weeks. Just wanted to say I really love your videos and also your personal take on them. Keep it up!!

[@OrbitZombie]

You're one of my KZbin heroes Dan! Your work is impeccable!

[@colleeninnc1922]

I' m a huge fan of your Dead Mall and Dead Motel videos but I think the night explore concept is a great idea! A fresh direction for your channel.

[@jennyh444]

Loved the commentary on this particular video. You had me laughing out loud throughout! Much respect, Mr. Bell!

[@sadfiremccraven4579]

Your safty is important and I can't live without you and your videos . You do such an amazing job . Love u Can bell !!!

[@russelljennings2778]

After a few days of binge watching everything dan bell has done I turned on notifications which I never ever do. Dan...your the best KZbin filmmaker. So for that I thank you sir!!!!

[@dmc414141]

14:06 I love this shot. I love the architecture of the dark wood framing the white walls.

[@DannyBlackstock.]

I live in Hagerstown Md, and just found your page. I love it. I've always wanted to get into urban exploring but never had the guts. Keep up the awesome work Dan.

[@ThisisDanBell]

+Danny Blackstock Thanks, Danny!

[@DasVERMiT]

A night series seems a bit sketchy. You're definitely more likely to run into homeless people trying to sleep. There's also more of a risk of cops since you'll be pretty obvious with your bright light shining out the windows. Then there's the usual risk of other unsavory people, but that's probably just as likely during the day. Anyway, if you do it, I'll certainly watch, it will be interesting, but as always, *stay safe*.

[@ThisisDanBell]

+DasVERMiT I don’t think I’ll be exploring properties near urban areas. I’ll probably head out to the sticks for this one. I definitely DON’T want to run into people. Ruins the video.

[@EverydayExitSign]

+This is Dan Bell. I think it's a great idea, if your up for it. But I'd say bring some still cameras to set up and watch other parts of the place for any "paranormal" activity happening in the ambience. Also, an idea for the title lol: The hours of return. (Meaning the hours in which the places come back to life with nature and creepy crawlies.)

[@EverydayExitSign]

+This is Dan Bell. Also, when I say paranormal, I mean just anything happening that you can see because your not there. Just to add some more spookiness to each video

[@Moomoomania]

+This is Dan Bell. I'm aware you don't want to do a ghost video or anything like that in particular but, can you search up a truely haunted place that is abandoned and just film inside? I really like your videos because it's unique and I think it would be "gold" if you did. Just one video. Love the 60fps EDIT: I'm not a new viewer but rather a long-term supporter of you! I just think it would be really neat if you did go into a confirmed haunted house/apartment/mansion :). Take care!

[@robh.3124]

DasVERMiT police are unsavory people

[@Seabeejim133]

Thankyou Dan. I was glad to see more of this place. No batteries exploding this time, thats good. That shook me up good when that happened.

[@dakotablue52]

+This is Dan Bell i really like the format of an initial film, especially this one, where you go in at night alone and are quiet, and then a second film, like this one, where you present extra footage and commentary, is really great! Doing the exploring with the element of horrow gives me solid creepy, and yearning to know the story of the place. Love the 60fps!

[@ThisisDanBell]

+dana-zoe gest Thanks, Dana!

[@CaraWeston]

I admit I don't know if 60 fps is less or more than your usual rate, but I think it worked beautifully in the last video. Night videos have a creepiness factor that you can't get during the day. Go for it!

[@DirtyMikeReturnToMonke]

Dan, your night time works of art are awesome!

[@thehobbyfanatic4610]

Dan this was awesome!!! Thank you.

[@conchhouse13]

I always tell people that the dead are not the ones to fear... it's the living. I enjoy your videos and look forward to seeing the next. I'm sure someone has asked before but would you consider a dead amusement park series? I think it would be amazing.

[@BFagan]

Really awesome, Dan; thank you for exploring it. When I lived a half-hour away from there, my girlfriend and I would go and visit Harpers Ferry every two weeks, and I would look at the hotel and wanted to see the inside; it was still operational, then in the early 2000's, so there was no exploring it. The area is great, the town is friendly and we loved the views of the rivers. Once I heard about it being abandoned, I wanted to explore it. Never got the chance to, sadly.

[@marcusholtzheimer9316]

60fps night videos, regular daytime explores too, sounds perfect

[@charleshart5563]

Thanks again +This is Dan Bell for another great cutting room floor.

[@Pattie12sue]

the viewer had a great idea like very much how you do it. Being from MD and now in VA I enjoy revisiting places

[@putinanny]

I would live more videos like this for sure. I love your work like this. You have a good flavor for this type of video. Thanks Dan!

[@aarondeeds4348]

Please make more. This is so enjoyable.

[@heythereitsmindy]

Please do more videos like this one. It is by far one of my favorite of all your videos. Keep up the good work.

[@jimterryh1983]

Love all your videos of Hill House. Learned a lot about the property on Google. THANK YOU DAN!

[@blackbelttony]

i hate being scared but i love your film style so i will watch anything you put out! also, i get a chuckle when you are getting freaked out and you make yourself laugh.

[@tmartyounkin9175]

Loved the extra footage tonight. I like seeing old places and really like the shot of the staircase at the end. Keep it up with the good videos. Thanks for the entertainment.

[@HorrorGalSusan]

You saying that you're striving to make short horror films is SPOT ON. I'm not HorrorGal for no reason....I enjoy horror movies....and I enjoy your videos just as much (and in many cases FAR MORE) than many horror films!

[@kokkonutfreaks]

Thanks for the video Dan!

[@shellebe4503]

3rd time's a charm. This was yet another fascinating video. Plus, I love your dry sense of humor. (4 years late, I know. I am quite late to the party, but loving all the binge watching that I am doing here)

[@Hunter1104m]

Great video!! I respect what you do. Thanks for your channel.

[@ThisisDanBell]

+Marisa Acosta Thanks, Marisa!

[@Hunter1104m]

You are welcome! :)

[@ladylakemusic5958]

I have been here when the hotel was open. My brother lives in WV and we'd go to Harper's Ferry to the antique shops etc. it used to be a very nice place. Love the shots Dan!

[@susancrismor1005]

Dan, love your work! Would like to see more on the 'Dead Motel Series'!!

[@suzannwolfe920]

"...short films that will literally make your skin crawl, and ... that's what I'm doing." Yes you are, and you're nailing it. :)

[@KDog510]

I'm always been interested in the history of the places you go to on top of the visuals you shoot. Maybe going even further into the history of locations if at all possible would be on of my suggestions.

[@jayhorton3725]

The Hill Top video was the best so far ...!!!!!

[@keatonmohler7716]

Dude, you are the man, IK I couldn't do this stuff at all. But, there is some messed up people out there man. DAN IS THE MAN

[@gregc6335]

Hi Dan, I have been working my way thru you collection and I'm hooked. Looking forward to your next endeavors . A request I would have, do you have video of the Pennsylvania town that has been on fire for years, it's been done but would enjoy your perspective

[@WinstonofLansdowne]

That dark woodwork is gorgeous

[@cindybrink5055]

Yes! Night time adventures! I think it is a good idea. We all like a fun scare! Love you!

[@lawofeffect]

I think it is a GREAT idea Dan!

[@pinball1815]

Thanks Dan Enjoyed xD

[@rickperryjr851]

I love that idea that you have about making a series! Please do, I think its a must and would be really interesting. Alot of times I watch your videos and some of them are really creepy and I end up sharing them on Facebook with my friends and family and they love them. The children's asylum part 1 and 2 and this hilltop one are very popular! So please, do the series!

[@berliner0]

I think that's awesome idea

[@bradyrc09]

Enjoyed the backstory and insight to the off camera stuff. 60 fps was noticeable when I watched the original. Very smooth. As for nightime visits, they're cool and add a degree of tension, but I miss seeing all the vegetation growing over the windows and having a viewing angle wider than the flashlight. But, would definitely allow for more content from locations you've already visited

[@bamby5211]

Your idea of a night series is an awesome idea!!! Just be safe. The creep factor is definitely there at times.

[@jenniferforeman4063]

I love the way it looks and YES do the series!!! You should call it HORROR 64.

[@andrearolland5323]

sounds lke a great idea! you could call it "night crawler"

[@Trance_Kitsune]

This is really cool! I wish there was one of these type of vids for the bowling alley you explored, that's my favorite video of yours. :D

[@LauraTuller]

Pretty AWESOME Dude! LOVE it!

[@ThisisDanBell]

+Laura Tuller Thanks, Laura!

[@timmayguy94]

I don't care if you do 60 fps or not, im still going to watch any video you upload. Love your Videos !

[@worldindustriesfreak]

Harper's ferry is an awesome place to go to! but I loved the first video as well and very creepy sounds and voices!

[@IrradiatedCutie]

Night exploration would be a great idea! While you do have other videos besides Dead Malls and Hotels I think night exploration would give you a bigger chance to expand on the places you go and explore. I think it would be wonderful to see more night videos and I eagerly await what comes next for this amazing channel!

[@moschino2]

It should be called..... SCARED SHITLESS with Dan Bell. PS- I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS! Keep up the GREAT WORK!

[@nalakoala3500]

I think your solo-night series idea is great, so long as you stay safe. I wish you'd talked more about what happened with those people in that car that stopped outside the hotel in the middle of the night or what you thought those bumps that sent you running were.

[@DubKustomz]

this video is more spooky than the other one! ahahhaha

[@johannesaylott]

i think that night series sounds amazing, it sounds proper creepy and i'd love to watch them all, this is one of my favorite urbex videos, i'd love more, well done mate, keep up the good work

[@Hankatnight]

Yes Dan, do more like this. Great job as always. As a starving artist myself, I can't help support you, but Im definitely a fan and I hope you continue this! I love your videos.

[@torythefanman]

I spy a Lakewood box fan at 3:21. great video Dan! I like you night stuff idea. just be careful. thats when alot of people raid these abandoned propertys.

[@docdeath186]

I love how at the start of the video you talk about not wanting to go into this place, it's a silly idea etc, then near the end your talking about doing a new series on doing this every week? But I think it's a great idea and would love to see some more videos! In the actual video what was the banging at the end?

[@Frossiart]

Good commentary Dan. I don't know if caught some of the discussion I was having with another person commenting, but yes, I do listen for EVP ( electronic voice phenomena) in your videos. I have encountered it expectantly on other urban exploration videos, and I do understand the topic and point of your videos, and I am just searching for myself for an unprovoked anomaly ( versus paranormal videos where they try to get a response ).

[@knockoutmaniac]

It will be gold!!!!!!!!! YES!!!

[@sirarnie9837]

Cool video as usual. Since you are in MD you should do a Fort Armistead or Fort Howard video, both are super creepy.

[@bernie442474]

Love your channel xx

[@ThisisDanBell]

+Bernadette Adams Thanks, Bernadette!

[@paultidswell6290]

+This is Dan Bell. spooky location great video dan

[@hookman73]

Yes, 60 FPS would be good! I love your work!

[@PaulsPlace]

Do it Dan!!!!! Just be careful!

[@celainegruver1049]

I posted earlier all excited you did the Hilltop House Hotel because I posted before about wanting you to do one for that one. Then I thought no this doesnt look like the one I thought. I deleted my post and then went to the dead motel series and saw that is IS the one! You didnt disappoint with #6-soooo neat to hear the back story of things. I was laughing my butt off when you were getting your notes from under your dinner plate and it was all clanking. Such realness. I loved it. One thing I learned is you go to these places at 2-3 oclock in the morning! I dont know how you do it! I would be so afraid its not funny. I couldnt even go with someone like you know how you bring your friends. Id be wanting to stay right next to the camera person the whole time freaking out at every little thing! Can you imagine if I went with you say, and Im clinging to you freaking out and youd be like shut up already and Im wrecking the whole thing. LMBO. Bot lets hear the cutting room floor on that! HAAA! Anyway Youre so brave! Thank you for your videos. I love them!

[@faithdaily1959]

I enjoy these. Sometimes I think it might be fun to accompany someone like you on an exploration, as "backup" (to watch your back). I haven't gotten into shooting video myself; my photography has been mostly centered on scenery, landscapes, architecture (barns), etc.

[@martinwilko]

Hey Dan love your channel! Really enjoyed the dead mall series, how about doing a dead movie theatre series? Just signed up on your patreon, look forward to whatever you come up with next! Martin

[@ajs715666]

I vote yes on the 60fps night videos!

[@ThumpnFig]

More video in a new series?? Yes please!! And WTF was that at the 9:19 mark? I felt like the three-eyed raven from GOT was going to walk out and start talking.

[@AidiAnna]

I think night solo explorers will be a great idea!!!

[@tonychand4789]

I think you should pursue more night missions/videos. They're outstanding. You'll have your own TV show in no time.

[@fredthompson7465]

The BRAVERY factor is the most suspencful! Sure ' do it 60 frames per sec. Great Idea' always entertaining to watch!

[@gramgraml9551]

Wow this place is creepy! Love your videos!

[@vodoakuji17]

I wish we were friends. You are genuine.

[@AndrewJaws]

My girlfriend said to me yesterday, "I want to go exploring." I said, perfect! There's an abandoned missile base down the street. You should check out this is dan bell! So I forwarded your channel to her and told her to listen to your videos at work. Keep up with new content! I love it.

[@andrewbrendan1579]

I thoroughly enjoy your commentary, Dan. "Cutting Room Floor" is great. I lean toward daytime exploration because there's more to see and because my own interest is in the exploration site itself and how it gets my imagination going rather than in an emotional reaction to it but I understand that you're interested in making what you referred to as short horror films so there's different reason/approach for the video and that nighttime filming can increase the tension, excitement and drama. Whatever time of day or night you do your exploring I know I'll enjoy the video. Just keep following your own artistic vision and goals and we your subscribers will be following right behind you and appreciating your work.--- Also did you notice how many windows there are within the hotel and that just look into other rooms? Though it's not quite the same as the off-kilter Crain mansion I wonder if Shirley Jackson who wrote "The Haunting of Hill House" would have liked staying at Hilltop House!

[@philvigil3814]

I love the wood molding years back they used alot of exotic woodz. for doors and such.

[@karenwhite5751]

Enjoyed!

[@NakedOptimist]

+This is Dan Bell l love your videos, your camera work is excellent. Have you considered doing a video just detailing your equipment?

[@jennicase]

I think the scariest one you did was when you found that crack. That was for real and you almost died.

[@MineTwine45]

I love the new series idea Dan, maybe one thing you could look into down the road is a night vision camera, The Proper People just got one and it makes night videos pretty easy to watch. But on the other side, these videos are meant to be creepy and when you can see everything it definitely will take away some of the creepiness. On a side note, anyone else see the bullet in the box with the empty beer bottles in the room with the piano?

[@warreng.4491]

Hey Dan, So I went to washington back in December to visit my family, they live in a small town called Aberdeen. Aberdeen not only has a dead mall there but in the middle of town they have a couple of abandoned buildings called the "Finch Building" and another one called the "Electric Building" You should check them out. Also I heard there was an abandoned power plant up in the hills that I never got to see.

[@ohnolukedidnt]

Love the idea, You should call it the '3 am' series or 'awake'.

[@Playjex]

I think the 60 fps night solo explorations would be gold, however you should keep them rare to make them extra special!

[@Tom-P]

It looks like there is a huge project in the works to rebuid this place for 2024.

[@christinatravis6686]

well you do a good job of scaring me of these. places. how can you go in these places ? is what I wonder about. especially by yourself ?

[@mrkipling2201]

I wish you would bring someone with you on these night videos. I get freaked out and i'm only watching them!!

[@mrs.millee6174]

Would love to see a creepy series like this !!

[@Keliimaoli]

Hey Dan, what type of Respirator do you use when you go into these buildings?.

[@debbiemartin7441]

Horror. .Omg. .You almost died in one of your videos. .By far the most scariest video you have done..And by yourself no less I thought you were a goner ..Happy you are here with us..But I was so scared for you..Edge of my seat scared. .Very scary

[@Bawlls420]

This channel is so underrated

[@2snowgirl520]

Take Will with you, though. I worry when you are alone at night.

[@bradye21playsIndieHorror]

I did not even notice the latest video was in 60fps (were prior videos in 30fps?). I'm sure whatever you upload next will be great.

[@43MinutesWithJamieRose]

Do you believe in ghosts? A simple no would’ve been suffice Dan..... *insert Dan Laugh•

[@susansusan1727]

you're a brave solider

[@mellowcream6808]

60FPS is so amazing!

[@jeffmoore3449]

It's a great idea!!!