Exploring a Billionaires ABANDONED $40,000,000 MEGA Mansion**GOLD FOUND**

[@lauraduplooy]

Robert Campeau, financier and real estate developer, died in 2017. From the brief reading I did, I can tell he was quite a character. His mansion sits on two lots. Great explore, Ethan, and I appreciated the inclusion of the drone footage. Thanks!

[@armchairobserver4747]

WOW cobwebs on that name Robert Campeau, I remember him being all over the news then all of a sudden, BOOM, bankrupt, then pretty much went away

[@KarynnLynn]

Oh my gosh, Ethen! That master bath with the round window & the slipper tub angled below it, along with the view of the stunning garden made me tear up. That might be the dream bathroom I never knew I wanted. I love that you bring these homes to us & your enthusiasm makes me happy. Thank you.

[@lucsmith2092]

That was the most beautiful bathroom I have ever seen. I hope he has some still photos of it over on his Instagram.

[@jaiymees2214]

You really don't need to apologize for being repetitive or excited, it definitely adds to the video. I catch myself getting more excited each time you do! 🤗 I'd love to live in a home half that one and I'll even take it in the exact condition it's in now.

[@AmandaPanda83]

Aerotone Designed and manufactured in Scotland, the Aerotone bath was a forerunner of the modern jacuzzi that used compressed air rather than water jets to massage the body. The last one was made in the 1950's and few examples survive today. That thing needs to be preserved! I so hope it isn’t just demolished!

[@shadowdancer1358]

I agree doesn’t this kind of destruction make you sick in the heart?

[@AmandaPanda83]

@@shadowdancer1358 absolutely! It’s heartbreaking and makes me sick to the stomach. I really wish and hope it doesn’t end up demolished. It seems so well made unlike a lot of these million dollar homes. We should build things to last time but also trends. I feel like this is probably being torn down because it isn’t in fashion anymore. That’s the only thing I can come up with. Some developer decided he can make more money tearing it down n building x, y, z there instead of putting some money into it for restoration and updates. I don’t feel it was designed in such a way that it isn’t something no one would want. All the comments are of people that I find it absolutely beautiful. Of course. We are just peasants with no money or taste I guess. But that bath in particular is extremely rare! If that house was built in the 80s, that bath wasn’t even new when the house was built and I can imagine that it was a pretty penny to purchase and also design into the house. But since it was installed post manufacturing, I have hope that at the very least that the bath can be taken out. I think it belongs in a museum!

[@cook3462]

Anyone else find abandoned indoor pools creepy?! 😳 Nice job Ethan. Thank you!

[@tinahillsdon2776]

YES

[@alisonkirk3039]

Yes!

[@jamiepan7650]

Don’t like them at all.

[@VegasLoungeAct]

They're creepy because they're darker than pools outside

[@alisonkirk3039]

Absolutely- I couldn’t sleep in a house with an indoor pool 😮

[@marciatrapuzzano8742]

Love the entire walk through. I wish you would’ve had more lighting to see rooms in the basement area. So sad this is going to be demolished.

[@AprilRaine60]

If you watch the movie "It Takes Two," with the Olsen twins it shows the interior of the home and which rooms were which. The room at timestamp 5:54 is the dining room. You can also see on the internet the owners of the home in 2002, and all the antiques inside from Europe and the owner talks about the fireplaces and what they've done to the home. He shows photos of it. IT was amazing during the films and it was really beautiful in 2002. It seems like such a waste of money and beautiful features inside that are invaluable. The marble fireplace in the entry way is Italian marble.

[@K8T.4426]

I found this house to be quite suspicious. Basement had lots of rooms, including the nightclub with locks on the outside and blocked doors were quite eerie too. Very interesting, perhaps your most interesting find to date.

[@Hevynly1]

I'm glad I wasn't the only one who felt a creepy vibe to this house. Great details but the energy felt off.

[@emilyrl.]

Yeah the chain link cage down there was creepy too

[@erikadanielle3571]

Yoooo deadass I was thinking something was sus about that and the little doorway down there and the sparkling sound proof walls 🤔🤔🤔 maybe I just seen too many movies lol

[@savmoney21]

i thought the same; the soundproof room deep in the basement, the maze-like layout of the basement, the huge freezer, the rooms upstairs with only one exit (the stairs). probably just me being a paranoid person tho lol

[@K8T.4426]

@@emilyrl. yeah, what was with the chain link cage???? WAYYYY TOOO suspicious!

[@irenewatts2874]

Hi Ethan, WOW!!! This isn’t a house it is a PALACE!! This is what $40,000.000 can buy. I mean if you have an elevator in your home that is truly living large. That pool was just a beauty. I was in awe of this place in every room you showed us. There was one disappointment down in the basement I couldn’t see the room you said could be a ballroom with the glittery walls. If I knew where you lived Ethan I would send you a bright flashlight. Anyway this house if just magnificent in every sense of the word. I don’t know how they can demo a palace like this. It’s just outrageous. This house looked clean and I didn’t see any mold or falling ceilings. Just a waste. I am wondering if you are receiving my comments because I watch all of your videos and don’t always get a like or a dislike. I take the time to comment and don’t know if you see it. I always love to see your videos, they are always interesting and enjoyable. As always this was a 5 star video. Until next time stay safe and well.

[@claire040776]

I agree with you ..... Ethan needs a flashlight! I'm so surprised that he hasn't learnt to take one with him!

[@irenewatts2874]

@@claire040776 He uses his cell phone light and it is not bright enough. I have mentioned it to him in my comments several times before but to no avail.

[@jom2505]

Ethan, this was an epic find!! You're excitement was coming right through the phone. It's a magnificent 'home' and for the life of me can't imagine why this is being demolished!! I must say though, that $20m house you did in the winter was my favorite!! Perhaps because it was newer and so much brighter? At any rate, you knocked this out of the water!!!

[@AnneNicklay]

You'll have to excuse me for the comment on a 2 year old video. I just discovered you a few months ago and I am playing catch up. This house was incredible. I can't even fathom having the money to build/live in a place like this. Then to think it's going to be (or has been) demolished blows my mind. I want to tell you that the best part of this adventure was you. Your excitement and enthusiasm for what you encountered was the highlight of the exploration. You are an absolute delight!! Thank you for sharing your talents. I look forward to seeing much more in the years to come. Happy New Year, Ethan! I hope 2025 will be all you want it to be (and more)!! 😊❤🙏

[@Chrise501]

10 bedrooms and 14 bathrooms, which have gold fixtures. There are pictures of it online when it was fully dressed. It was stunning. It is called Chateau Compeau after the original owner. It was put on the market in 2014 and then relisted in 2017. I can’t imagine the upkeep on this place. Thanks for showing it.

[@lawannarobinson9900]

This house is over the top with magnificent custom details in every room. Did anyone notice how clean all the windows are for a home that has been vacant for a long time! Thanks Ethan for the explore, I agree this home has to be a favorite for many of your viewers.

[@marysantin6950]

Hey Ethan: Wow, that mansion. As my son & his best friend would say. That was totally & completely 1,000% SICK. Such a huge waste, demolishing it. Oh my goodness, words cannot describe how incredibly beautiful that house is. You really outdid yourself with this one. Major kudos to you, for the showing & thank you, so very much 😊

[@kimciesielski8279]

Talk about epic! Wow! I hate that it's being demolished! I saw Terry's video a little earlier this morning, but I love the different perspectives and enthusiasm. I told Terry he could have filmed for hours and I'd watch every minute of it. Same to you! I'd watch for hours! ❤️❤️❤️

[@Dog-qv9tq]

What is Terrys channel?

[@gentillydanny]

One week we get a tour of a wrecked 1966 tract house and the next a $40 million dollar mega mansion! The courses you makes us run!

[@ethanminnie]

LOL!

[@gailhill7499]

Can you or anyone take those Gold facets ?

[@poetrydiva43]

They should donate the property

[@Organize-pv7ys]

Why are they demolishing the house? It seems salvageable why tear it down?

[@crystalthomashKC]

This place is incredible. I think this is one of the top explores Ethan. I can’t even imagine living in a house like that. Wow.

[@sandyg3639]

Okay, I am so amazed having seen this mansion. The beautiful foyer with gorgeous spiral staircase were incredible. I loved the slipper tub and how it was placed between windows and the beautiful stained glass. One could get lost in this home. Ethan, this was definitely a once in a life time tour. Thank you for all your hard work.

[@MsBlackhawk69]

You need a Lume Cube light instead of using your phone. That house is phenomenal. So much detail work in the floors, ceilings and fireplaces. Love that old Renaissance area leading to the pool. People need to stop putting pools IN houses. No way to prevent mould and water damage over time. Great explore Ethan. Thanks for sharing.

[@tombecker8424]

Absolutely Epic! The best house yet!! Jill

[@motorcitydolls2194]

Ethan the faucets and plumbing are gold plated or gold brushed. They use real gold over copper. They are still very expensive, but not solid gold. Also gold is way too soft a metal to use for plumbing fixtures.

[@timritenour8900]

It is clear that stupid is rampant in Canada to tear down a home like this

[@mizg1969]

WOW! That was the most beautiful bathroom with stained glass I've ever seen my life too! Holy crap! Freakin amazing! Thx for sharing

[@anncrow3340]

Oh man, that place just went on and on! FYI, those "gold" bathroom fixtures, if you look, you can see some green growth, where there was some leakage or drips, that shows it was maybe plated with gold, or most likely, highly polished brass. Copper always turns green when it's exposed to water, and it's also been the favorite pipe for water fixtures in homes since forever. Great video, as usual, thanks so much!

[@trentdawg2832]

As a plumber I approve this message and yes they are brass, you are the first commenter that caught that , which tells me the majority of these viewers weren’t even around in the 80’s

[@jimmyparris9892]

Yep. Some sort of brass/mystery metal plating. Like those funky "gold" Sacagawea dollar coins that the U.S. stamped for while.

[@Aertistic]

Built by Robert Campeau. Real estate developer who went bankrupt doing takeovers of huge retail store companies like Bloomingdale's. Died in a rental home in 2017.

[@brendabarnes4882]

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[@nlaumeyer]

Absolutely incredible Ethan. An absolutely wonderful find and thank you for sharing.

[@markwoodley712]

Holy crap, I remember when this monstrosity was built which now is almost a small house by today's standards and in that neighbourhood, good ole Chateau Campeau! Thanks, Ethan.

[@marvineblackburn7846]

What a fabulous home. I love the French chateau look. So beautiful!! Hate to see it get torn down. I wish someone would buy it and let people stay there. Like a high end bed and breakfast!

[@robertkeffer3361]

Fantastic video as always. The half child, half goat figures on the one bathroom sink cabinet are called satyrs.

[@mariondiemert430]

I actually caught my breath when I saw the beautiful round stained glass window in the Master ladies bathroom. OMG! The marble used for the kitchen countertops is out of this world. I am actually sad to hear it will be ripped down.

[@johnr.b.murray3417]

Now we know where the missing Pentagon trillions put in an appearance.

[@esskp9927]

Yes this is in Canada!! I’m Canadian too!! Nice house and always was a big fan of the Olsen twins!! Loved their movie it takes two!! Thanks for sharing! 😊

[@buckver1497]

This is so facinating you make it ssooo amazing thumbs up abandoned homes who knew how the other half lives

[@spokenjonathan]

This house is spectacular!!!!!!! Thanks for showing this one Ethan. Nice job!

[@user-iamRobinV68]

Demolished??? No way. That is a shame! Love it 🥰

[@CatsCoffeeCrime]

This was EPIC! Wonder what the owner did for a living? Can you imagine the cost for the electric bills. It was just primo from the entrance to the end Ethan. Loved it. The front entrance hall, the staircases, the leaded window in the bathroom with the claw foot tub and my favorite- the indoor pool. Ethan you did an Excellent Job & I loved it. You find the best places to take us with an explore. Can’t wait for the next one

[@annamariapiotrowicz511]

the owers work from home recording music/CD'S for living

[@kevinkeswick1243]

See my detailed description of the original owner above (sort by newest)

[@ScrapFatherScrapSon]

I live in Nashville. I recently hear about a renovation on the largest mansion in Tn at 41,000* sq ft to go “green” the old electric bill was $9000-$12000 a month! Here’s a list of the upgrades $600,000 for high efficiencyTETCO HVAC systems to replace the 24 previous units(a blueprint map had to be made to show the location for each vent from each unit) $100,000 3m UV window film and window replacement $115,000 in LED light bulb replacement(+$45,000 install fee) to replace the 7,600 bulbs throughout the house!!!!!! $450,000 LUtron Smart home install (controls everything lights window shades HVAC everything you can imagine) All told $3.1 million dollars in upgrades to bring the utility bill down to $3,000-$4000/ month again from $9,000-$12,000 previously!

[@debbiehill5235]

Ethan,another beautiful home!! Love this one!! Thank you for another great video/showing!! 😎😍😁😁😇😇😇

[@labtechsuperstar]

Wow!!!! What a place! So much beauty....the decor like the fireplaces. Those bathrooms! I liked one of the last ones you showed with the artwork in the sink. Those creatures are centaurs. Rheingau is actually German. It's a wine from the Rhein river region. Some of the tiling reminded me of the tiles you see in Portugal. And that round stained glass window was just gorgeous. Honestly it's a sin that such a place with all that marble and beautiful wood will be demolished. Too bad a hotel company couldn't buy this place and turn it into a hotel...at least the building wouldn't be wasted. Fantastic video, as always!

[@user-randi1987]

Wow, Ethan what a great place! Just beautiful, every bit of it. Can't believe it will be torn down, what a terrible waste. Thanks so much for this fantastic explore.

[@emilyrl.]

Ethan this is incredible! It's sad that this will be demolished when all it needs is just a little tlc. I especially love the original tile work and floors.

[@johnnied8734]

Again, if you have the money to buy this property, you would probably not adapt to someone else's taste. You want your mansion to be custom built around you

[@brendataylor7524]

Absolutely beautiful! Love it! Ehan, thank you, so much!

[@Tiffaniisme]

I know this one is from a few months ago; with that being said, I’ve watched it about 32 times since the day it aired😆 it’s in my queue & I just let it play. My entire point to this comment: Every single time I hear, “does gold have a smell…idk I’m not a millionaire…idk!” Hahaha. I giggle every time. It’s awesome! It’s needed these days. Thanks bunches 😊

[@roberthertzberg4421]

Thanks for the tour. Great video. Thanks for the history on the house.

[@tamaradobson5146]

Wow, Ethan!! Thank you so very much for sharing with us and, taking us along with you on this amazing find! I must admit, it's kinda sad as well. What in the world is going on, that there are so many, abandoned explorers, so many places, either left to decay, or pretty decent structures torn down?? I digress. Thank you again for letting us come along with you. Much love and many prayers.

[@SandraK5424]

The salvage out of this home would be worth a million. All of that wood, windows, doors, marble and fireplace fronts, not to mention all of the plumbing fixtures.

[@cynthiacleaver9742]

That beautiful beyond words!! I’ve been lost for days in some of your mansions, but I think this one will probably take a couple weeks to find my way out!!! Really enjoyed this one a lot!!! Thanks for sharing!! 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@ellad9513]

It makes me so sad to see such a beautiful houses just been demolished 🙁 Great video ..so enjoyed watching u explore this beautiful mansion ❤

[@comicb00kguy18]

Words can't capture the elegance and opulence of this magnificent home. You did an awesome job of documenting this fascinating and beautiful home before it's lost forever. Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@debraschnieber8140]

Absolutely magnificent 😁 I loved the whole tour WOW 😍 so sad it is being demolished thank you for sharing

[@tessaroster9608]

"Does gold have a smell???...I don't know!!!...I'm not a billionaire!!!".... 💀☠💀☠💀☠💀☠💀☠💀☠ Best commentary of the whole video!!!

[@lynnwalker192]

Such a beautiful mansion!! Love your work and look forward to your videos!!

[@laurellovesherelvis4383]

Hi Ethan, Oh my gosh this was the best place ever. I absolutely loved it ❤️ Thank you for showing this one.

[@tracybrown5756]

This house is mind blowing! I’ve been watching your videos while recovering from Covid and while that recovery is going well, I will NEVER recover from this house being demolished. Like I am completely broken over this! Love your finds and your enthusiasm for exploring...but I’m gonna need a minute after this one 😢

[@jeanbaker2087]

Thank you Ethan! This home was astounding. I know this is the most beautiful place I have ever seen or will ever see in m_ life. Thank you.....

[@judithadautenhahn8422]

Ethan it kinds of reminds me of the mansion of the Musical Movie Sound Of Music with Chris Plummer n Julie Andrews. Sweet. Doing an amazing work on the your videos. Love n Miss this too Cherio Gods Blessings stay safe guys🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️

[@stephenjburkhart6902]

I really hope some of the architectual elements in this house will be salvaged.

[@karancarnwright4312]

In Canada ,no wonder its empty ,they couldnt afford the light bill or heating bill!!

[@jodyswint6367]

Wow!! Awesome! Absolutely an adventure to think all the crazy thoughts about this place🥰 great job! Don't ever apologize for being amazed❤️

[@jodywoodruff6473]

That place is absolutely gorgeous. It's a shame that's it's going to be destroyed. Awesome video 👍☺️

[@sugarmagnolia876]

The Most Beautiful Property I Have Ever Seen! The Attention To Detail Is Mind Blowing! So Sad To Think That It Will Be Torn Down! Great Vid! Thank You!

[@nanaminer875]

By far, the best place you have explored!!!!!!!

[@cathyreardon8979]

Stair cases like that one or others that are winding are my favorite. I also love beautiful railings that look down into a huge foyer. Thak you for abstaining from all bad language. You do such a wonderful showing of different homes. Love your enthusiasm. I would be just as excited. Almost forgot. I also love❤ spiral staircases.

[@topherv4229]

Aerotone Bath - An Aerotone is a Victorian hydrotherapy treatment method, which was essentially a prototype of the modern-day Jacuzzi bath. There are very few working examples left today, which makes a visit to the one at Portobello Swim Centre a truly unique experience. It’s basically a large stainless steel cylinder, half of which is sunken into the floor - it feels a bit like climbing into a giant beer keg or washing machine. You can book it for an hour session, an attendant will fill it for you, make sure that it is at your preferred depth and temperature and explain how things work. It’s good to go with a friend so that you can take turns playing with the controls and adjusting the strength of the bubbles. You really do get a good pummelling, and it’s a bit like having a whole body massage.

[@melissabauer1955]

Is it just me or were there more sauna rooms in the basement than there were bedrooms on the second floor? Absolutely stunning house! Ethan, thank you for bringing us along… and not bad, only 1 full blown f-bomb.

[@franklinstephen3268]

Hi how are you doing?

[@llndadischer7689]

WORK OF ART THIS PLACE AND SHOULD NOT BE DEMOLISHED

[@lindaj1957]

OK, I'm sick to my stomach just thinking about what's going to happen to this mansion. I'm sure I'm not the only one. Who wouldn't dream of living in a place like this.

[@maximusmeridius1665]

I tell you, Ethan, you find the coolest places! This was amazing! You always make my day. Great job! Love ya!

[@pamib29]

Oh wow! I just googled the house & history of it! All the pics of it with furniture! Then ones of it partially knocked down. 😥. Glad to read too that the taps & toilet roll holders weren't solid gold!I was thinking if they'd salvaged mirrors & lighting they would have taken that amount of gold. Does anyone else get freaked out with unlit basements & boiler rooms or is it just me? 😁

[@valeriekrivanec4863]

Nice job .. this has to be one of the most beautiful houses I have seen. So sad it's going to be demolished. I never would have moved out of this house. Just gorgeous!!!!!

[@nicksmits1852]

This house has a secret bunker that's hidden on the basement level. It's behind one of those doors at 17:46 before you walkout its hidden behind the doors unveiling a large heavy vault door, its actually pretty big and has some really cool stuff. Still a great video man I've been binging them not gonna lie

[@Incog23212]

😂 you're so funny, Ethan. You're one-liners on the gold taps 😅😂👌

[@MrGaryRoberton]

Words fail me, I suppose that the old owners commissioned the architect, and just kept throwing bundles of money at it until it was done. I would surmise the double locked door in the basement was a loading dock, so the deliveries could be done without disturbing the owners (Staff of three perhaps?) must have been a blow to the local economy when they left.Gosh.........

[@maureen14]

Stunning! And built in one of my favorite years 1988! Those aren't just any murals that's trompe l'oeil!

[@TheKali4niagurl]

Loved loved loved the fair ladies bathroom. That window is exquisite! Great walk Ethan

[@TonySalazar933]

The living spaces are beautiful but I always find the industrial basement stuff more interesting to look at. So many nooks and crannies to get lost in.

[@karenellis5372]

That is a recording studio! Awesome find! This house is amazing!

[@notbextley6997]

What a pretty bathroom. It's delightful. 💗

[@stichry1984]

I smiled so much hearing you drop the f bomb lol I don’t know how you hold back so much 😂😂 I’m Australian so my whole video would be fbombs 😂😂

[@sharonpauley4493]

Absolutely BEAUTIFUL, great Show

[@barbarathompson2314]

Absolutely incredible!! I am going to actually watch this video again. Phenomenal!!

[@lauraleecreations3217]

If I am right, the cedar closet is for the storage of fur coats. I think it was gold plated bathroom fixtures. Pure gold would be far too soft for pipes. 24karat gold rings are so soft and get bent very easy. My father was a silversmith and jeweler.

[@retiredhockeymom2662]

LOVE your enthusiasm for beautiful homes! So glad you took us along with exploring this gorgeous home.

[@Atomiclady-de6po]

Beautiful home Ethan this one has all the bells and whistles !

[@ellen6229]

Amazing House , Thank You Ethan 😊

[@scottpearson4416]

The most beautiful estate home I've ever seen 😳 you are the best 💓😚❤️👍

[@maszybeal5091]

Does gold have a smell 😊 I don't know I'm not a millionaire!!!! 😀 That bathroom was beautiful!!!!! ❤️💙❤️ Thank you for taking us along to see this beautiful home!!!!! 💙❤️💙

[@tammygermiller8307]

What is wrong with Canada with all these great house, and so many new ones, being torn down? So wasteful and just wrong. Shouln’t be allowed. Especially with the shortages of raw materials. It’s just disgusting

[@kaywin132]

This happens in every country, not just Canada.

[@JohnShinn6078]

Over the top explore Ethan! 👍👍👍👍 As I commented in Terry's vid: "Way, waaay too grandiose for my liking, if it were mine I'd have to hang a rope and tire swing from the foyer ceiling just to tone things down a bit. Invite the Clampett's over too! Shame it's gettin demoed though, too perfect, too new!" Guest bedroom 32:14 "Yo, that is so cool, half humans half, like, horse leg people" 😂

[@shar159]

I'd want a fireman's pole or a zip line to get from floor to floor, just because you have money doesn't mean you have to be stuffy proper. Everybody needs some fun.

[@JohnShinn6078]

@@shar159 AMEN!

[@jeaninedugue3883]

👍 awesome and unbelievable! Your thoughts and words are just exact for this mansion.. keep up the great work you do and "what is up you guys!!"

[@robynvandergrift8360]

“I think the parents like this kid better”😂😂😂

[@ethanminnie]

LOL!

[@rondadepenbusch8152]

Insane !! Thanks for sharing !!

[@asweage2110]

Having a diving board around adults is the same as having a empty refrigerator around a young kid!!

[@floriebrown2089]

That is one of the most amazing house I have ever seen its more like a palace the marble is the most exquisite, the shape you were pointing out in the marble top in the kitchen is like an ammonite the sort found on the Jurassic beach in the UK no doubt true marble with fossil. That round glass window in the bathroom and the most amazing marble surrounds, not forgetting the gorgeous front door. Great video thanks Ethan.

[@franklinstephen3268]

Hi how are you doing?

[@paulakidd9532]

Amazing! Thank you for your videos.

[@paulinebuckles2310]

I would hope some of that marble and the gold plated fixtures could be saved. Thanks again Ethan for telling a story with your camera and wonder.

[@LadyLakeMusic]

Wow! Just exquisite! Do you know who owned the place? Can’t imagine living in something this big! They probably had to have a staff to keep this place going. Loved it Ethan!! 🌈🌈

[@lexismom9341]

Oh my Gosh!! Incredible!! Thank you Ethan!!

[@feelinguru-vywiththepaingu9808]

It is so, so sad this is being torn down. It's gorgeous!!!

[@ruthcunfer3372]

Awesome, I love this place and saddened that it's being demolished. New to this channel, I came from Angelo's channel !!!

[@katesutton1476]

So enjoyed your genuine amazement @ some of the things in this house.my favorite house. Well done as usual. Much love

[@okiecubsfan1961]

This is crazy. I could barely keep up with all the rooms. So sad its being demolished but sad to think how much money was wasted building such an extravagant house.