USA's Biggest Abandoned Mansion On The Verge Of Demolition! Save Belton Court!

[@BW03-rc8ni]

Danny is right. Here in the USA, we do not have centuries of history like you have in Europe. It is very sad because progress has bulldozed so much of the wonderful places we had. This is a home that needs to be restored.

[@MichaelW.-om6mc]

Absolutely agree

[@ssm9451]

You're right. They tear down historical buildings and build Walgreens. Sad, I see here in Missouri.

[@myrnaalcachupas5673]

In USA there are group of people who do not appreciate history. Actually they are slowly demolishing those that reminds of the past even some of the historical statues are being removed. So sad.

[@samcolt1079]

YES IT SHOULD BE BUT IT WILL BE TORN DOWN. WATCH

[@amityville2006]

Our country basically sucks! In my city, the officials love to brag about how our city is like 300+ something years old since it was originally founded in 1666 when it originally was a small Puritan village and rich in history and I'm like "Yea, well show me proof of this!" Almost our entire history has been erased for either crappy houses that won't last 100 years, crappy condos and apartment towers that the locals can't even afford to live in that are ugly and tacky looking and would be a miracle if they even last 5 years, or knocked down for parking lots! Some of the historical places we still have been left to rot to where some of them have been knocked down for more parking lots! I'm just glad that this hasn't been the case for ALL of our historical places. Some have been saved and even restored surprisingly but it won't bring back the history we already lost.

[@user-oh7ny2bm3i]

Places of that historic significance should never be demolished. If it needs to generate funds, restoring and refurbishing it into an upscale hotel like The Jekyll Island Inn/ Resort or the Grovepark Inn, would allow it to live on and for people to enjoy it

[@Phoenix_flying]

I’ve been watching you for some time. This one just “got” me. I only have KZbin for “tv” and have never contributed before to a channel. I’m just blown away and so touched by your beautiful, sensitive work. THANK YOU!!

[@Ashley88.]

I feel this comment! What a good channel for your donation to go to. 💕 😊

[@Phoenix_flying]

I’m speechless. This place is a stunning piece of history. It would be a crime to destroy it. Thank you for all the adventures.

[@Danielj1957]

Danny and Lesley you guys have matured into a professional documentary crew. Job well done here. Hopefully this history place will get saved as a result of your efforts here.

[@johnanderson3700]

this would be a great place for an art school perhaps. The potential here is to let his structure come alive and serve multiple purposes of value; it would cost a great deal, but it holds the potential for a creative mind to bring it alive and give it a purpose. I hope it can be saved and come alive in a way that can offer a number of potential services to benefit society.😊

[@kelvinmbugua5091]

This was a very great production from these guys. They keep growing!!!

[@jamesleyda365]

Makes me pissed off & sick that this would be ripped down🔥🏴‍☠️

[@samcolt1079]

We are with you but it will never happen.

[@cowgirlvillarreal]

I agree with you it makes me piss off too. That is part of history and destroying it is not the answer restore and make it beautiful make it bed n breakfast or apartments that are affordable something

[@Eileen-bh1zt]

Make apartments and events place

[@miketavernier4887]

Elderly housing

[@ronbrewer2721]

I HATE IT WHEN HISTORICAL PLACES SUCH AS THIS, MADE OF STONE ETC ARE TORN DOWN&REPLACED WITH BUILDINGS MADE OF GARBAGE. IF A BUILDING IS ON THE HISTORICAL REGISTER HANDS OFF EXCEPT TO MAINTAIN IT! WHERE I LIVE THERE ARE SOME OLD STONE HOUSES. HOWEVER IT SEEMS THAT EVERYWHERE THERE IS A PIECE OF LAND IT US BULLDOZ IT, PAVE IT BUILD JUNK ON IT. FIGHT TO KEEP THIS PLACE FROM BEING DESTROYED!

[@RosieM-u6q]

Thanks for sharing. This is a very cool place that should be restored. And the jerks who tagged it up should be in jail. That level of disrespect is really criminal. I appreciate you guys and all the care and consideration you show. Your mothers should be proud of your kind manner. 😊

[@MNWILD43]

Places like this should always be kept and maintained. It's an important part of history.

[@loriplate729]

The current situation in the US is to erase history when it does not fit their agenda. It is disgusting….

[@craftpaint1644]

The place is like the Herst Castle of the Northeast. Only thing missing is the pools and remains of a private zoo.

[@ashleybullmore]

Why because the rich made it 🤷....

[@jimhultman8054]

Thank you for airing this video. it is sad to see what vandals have done to it.

[@littonharkins2204]

Yeah, what happened to 24/7 security?

[@littonharkins2204]

All that beautiful woodwork, destroyed by some idiots with a spray can

[@tamieckert4548]

@@littonharkins2204Maybe something more sinister. Some people do it on purpose to devalue properties, so they can make the property cheaper.

[@agilbert8262]

Likely kids with zero respect for others, wielding spray paint like they do to railroad cars. They consider it urban artwork because they remain so totally ignorant of fine art or the work of skilled artisans.

[@forterierocks]

Damn my house would fit in on room😂 Could you imagine growing up in something that size, I'd have to ride my bike from my bedroom to the kitchen.

[@Ashley88.]

History Channel, Netflix… someone needs to pick these guys up and give them creative control to keep doing what they are doing and have them be broadcasted to more audiences. They are so respectful of these places and so passionate about what they do. So entertaining to watch. Kudos Danny and Lesley!

[@Senoritagata-nu5te]

If Netflix signs them up they'll try to corrupt their honest & pure work

[@Danielj1957]

100% agree. These two guys have earned their badges!

[@wklilly1]

I disagree. Sorry. It’s because they have full rights to their content that they can produce what they envision. Once companies get involved there aretoo many hands in the pot. That’s what makes YT a great platform. Assuming you meant it as a compliment, but it really isn’t.

[@kelvinmbugua5091]

I agree that Danny and Lesley are passionate about what they do. They do it professionally and respectfully. Am a very staunch Kenyan fan who really appreciate what these guys do. Putting in all the work and effort to make sure the give their audience an excellent production of their explorations. 👏👏👏👏

[@petertousignant6566]

History sometimes stands in the way of progress, that’s when you need to bring out your balance and see which side the balance favors.

[@ImNotYourTypicalGamer]

America has such a bad habit of not keeping the old. Especially really cool places like this that can be refurbished into something that makes long term profit and joy to a lot of people.

[@laribex110]

When this was Barrington College, my father was a professor there. I have very vivid memories of learning to ice skate on the campus, walking through the woods to our house, and visiting my dad’s office right at the courtyard. I saw Belton Court in 2023 and it broke my heart. It was a lovely setting for a small college, and I’m disappointed the city can’t save it.

[@MeMyselfAndUs903]

Sometimes you can’t go back. But you are one of the lucky ones who have an abundance of memories. Most of us only know as much as this video is presenting.

[@understatedhysteric7646]

Hello from Massachusetts! It's honestly so sad that history like this isn't preserved or even respected here. I love what you guys do, your videos are amazing.

[@careyh38]

I can't wait to see it 🤩🎉. I am praying someone will save this beauty. Lesley ❤️

[@mjkay8660]

I love Leslie storytelling it's just amazing.. especially when he dresses up with a cap or a coat and relates the time.

[@aprilanywhere3879]

Leslie and Danny are THE BEST out there in videoland. I love, love their videos! Thank y'all for sharing. Peace and safety on future adventures ❣️

[@joibates114]

After listening to the story it slightly angers me that they donated so much to the hospital and this man’s home that should be kept for generations to see… gets sold off to developers how ungrateful.

[@BrosOfDecay]

It’s definitely frustrating to see such important pieces of history sold off to developers, especially after generous donations to institutions like hospitals. 😡🏛️ It feels like the legacy and the story get overshadowed. It’s important to find a balance between development and preservation. What do you think could be done to better protect and honor such historic homes in the future? 🏡

[@user-wr4co6wf4s]

Barrington Rhode Island, is more than capable to support this site. Like the Vanderbilt, home in Newport, Rhode Island, Barrington, Rhode Island, can turn this site into a tourist destination.

[@aprilanywhere3879]

Just being on the historic register doesn't give the buildings any protection, and Barrington does not have the additional historic districts required to prevent demolition. As I understand, it is owned by a China conglomerate that purchased at auction. (I could be wrong tho)

[@cherieamourofficial]

Pressure needs to be put on the legislature. Im sure they don't have an appetite because of the economy and election year. Wondering what RI Historical Society is doing.

[@aprilanywhere3879]

@@cherieamourofficial Great! I would be interested in knowing their response.

[@alexg2935]

@@cherieamourofficial please share to anyone in RI!

[@cherieamourofficial]

@@aprilanywhere3879 I already stated it in my comment. I do understand the political landscape. It may not be restoring the property back to its original grandeur. I think its possible to look at innovative ways to preserve and bring revenue to the state and the town of Barrington. That is something for the powers that be to figure out. I'm of the belief where there is a will there is a way.

[@jwright9639]

OMG, Danny! The more I dive into this vid I am witnessing a welcoming transition and how effectively the both of you are upping your game. Leslie, the warm, affectionate and formal MC while Danny serving as camera man infusing his newly acquired role as the resident historian and authority chiming in on design and architectural nuances and appointments. Nice job guys! Your growth is truly admirable. Jay

[@picklemetimbers3003]

Billions wasted on endless wars but we can't spend money preserve a part of our history. What a shame.

[@soniaskubal6848]

someone should contact our new president Kamala about that for sure!

[@picklemetimbers3003]

@@soniaskubal6848 Someone should contact her. She is the vice president right now. She has the authority already. Don't have to wait 3 more months.

[@markpb4767]

Ridiculous

[@tammyshea9466]

@@soniaskubal6848 not president. Vice President and not for long

[@charlesrocks]

lol wut history

[@kathikeneasterrichards5099]

I had no idea this mansion existed! This upsets me greatly to hear it may be demolished. I guess I was wrongly informed about a property that was an historical property; I always thought it could never be torn down. What is the Historical Society doing to try to save this place??? If I had the money I would gladly donate to it's restoration. I have to tell you this is, in my opinion, the best put together documentary you & Danny have ever done. You two keep getting better & better with each video. I love all the history you gave us throughout the entire video. Thanks so much for all your hard work to bring us videos of this caliber.

[@Kimberly-r9p]

My goodness this masterpeice should not be demolished. I pray that someone or even a group of people will put the funds together to restore this beautiful mansion back to its former glory.

[@user-ri2ti5dt7k]

They should get a hold of Martha Stewart and have her purchase it and do a complete renovation on it for historical reasons she would preserve the integrity of the building or maybe she could help raise funds to do that

[@Serendipity_Glows]

That's a great idea for a TV show!

[@heehaw8401]

She lives in Maine and restored a house there. Restoring the pool now.

[@DawnMcCormick-d8t]

I live here in the USA and I’m sick to my stomach to see all the graffiti on this beautiful mansion. I love watching you every day! I just don’t understand that people destroy history like this literally makes me nauseous. I almost had to stop watching it, But, I’m loyal to you guys and love to learn.

[@cherieamourofficial]

Oh my goodness, you were in my backyard. I've been on that property on many occasions back in the 80s. Wow! Never the same after Barrington College closed its doors.

[@trishrogers7981]

Progress and development these days can be an insult to a beautiful masterpiece that this is. Still standing and made from the finest materials in the world, the architecture, the craftmanship with an eye for every single detail, unreplaceable and just magnificent. Apart from its physical structure, its clear that many many people have graced this home and like Lesley and Danny feel - it has a story of real people and history that can never be replaced. We have lived in 2 beautiful crafted homes ourselves and developers have brought the land and totally erased the once grand houses that were there, it really makes me sad to see anything like this being up for demolition. Thank you both, for professionalism in documenting this grand duchess and yes, it would be a sin to destroy such a beauty.

[@wolverine.836]

Americans are not like Europeans who preserve their historical castles as they do in Europe and that is very sad

[@DC-xc5jo]

My family and I lived on the top floor facing the road from 2005-2008. It was beautiful.

[@MeMyselfAndUs903]

I read there were about 15 servants who lived on the 3rd floor. The first thing I think of when I think of the top floor is how hot it must get up there. What was your experience?

[@RockDocNeal]

I truly appreciate your appreciation and reverence for this historic American property. This type of property could be relegated to an “insignificant, degraded property of the past” that should be torn down and replaced with “profitable” modern “McMansions”, but you see through this ignorant shortsighted play for profit and see it for the historical treasure that it is and champion for it’s preservation as an American historical property. Thank you for that!

[@M-daughterofourbeloved11]

what a sad, sad story......too many folks have their hands in this pot and decisions cannot be made therefore

[@MAR72132]

It’s so cool to see you do this one. I lived here during college. It was part of the college campus. Though very sad to see it in disrepair and vandalism

[@ginabarrows2454]

How did you guys find out about this mansion? It's so sad to see what shape it's in. The graffiti is terrible but it could be painted I guess. Thank you guys!!!

[@MeMyselfAndUs903]

@MAR72132 Were there education rooms in the basement?

[@MAR72132]

@@MeMyselfAndUs903 there are other buildings where we had classes. This is just part of what was the entire campus

[@brecklyngustason7579]

I can't say enough how much I adore your love of history and respect towards the properties you share. I also appreciate the fact that you love historic buildings all over the globe. Please be careful during your adventures and wear masks when needed! Thank you for opening a window into this world for others! It's amazing to see European historic architecture and beauty from across the pond and feel as if I were there myself 😊

[@tomi2i2000]

Such a waste of this was my mother’s Alma mater, it was part of Barington Bible College. They moved probably 15 years ago leaving it vacant. It’s a shame to see the place neglected to be destroyed.

[@helenbrouillette7133]

Zion Bible College bought it in 1985; I attended in 1986-1989; returned in 2000. Zion moved in the summer of 2009. It is so sad that the buyers have neglected it so.

[@ritaramirez74]

Gracias Les y Dan, por el maravilloso trabajo de investigación que han hecho para mostrarnos este vídeo, en verdad se agradece el esfuerzo por compartir la historia de esa hermosa mansión.

[@emes7640]

Developers who buy historic properties intentionally let them fall into ruin, they even hasten the ruin so that when they apply to the government with a development proposal they are ready to do combat with preservation groups... they will claim its beyond repair, and needs to be condemned and will usually win because of the destruction that they themselves have caused. It's all a ruse fueled by greed. In my town there was a historic house that a developer bought and promised to move to another location, but instead they secretly put holes in the roof and let the rain pour in for a couple of years and then the town was forced to condemn the building and give the permits to build several houses on the site. The builders know exactly how to get what they want.

[@alexg2935]

that is exactly what is happening here. it is pure demolition by neglect

[@user-nf8ke1rf2u]

Yup

[@monicakoenig5921]

I love this place, hopefully it can be restored back to its beauty and glory again. Nicely done Leslie and Danny, for doing an amazing presentation of this grand estate. ❤

[@betsvanjaarsveldt7039]

Baie dankie Lesley en Danny ek hoop regtig dat daar instansies sal wees wat die geboue sal bewaar. Dit was pragtig.

[@carolynlanham3170]

My Goodness! This treasure would make a great conference center, or a museum!

[@Broadway789]

I grew up in Manhattan and the building was built in 1915. We had a call box in the kitchen that showed which room needed assistance. Each room had a mother of Pearl call button.

[@glowflower1]

Incredibly sad

[@susanurbanczyk9084]

Leslie, Danny, thank you for bringing awareness to this historic work of art. (Edit: I always thought it was Lynnewood Hall in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania was considered to be America's largest abandoned mansion and in danger but you cleared that up.) I have always loved old homes, even as a child. There are many of us that wish we had the money to bring a place like this back to it's former beauty.

[@alexg2935]

Lynnewood Hall has been saved and is no longer abandoned. this home is now the largest abandoned mansion in the USA.

[@patkimbrell1820]

You guys did such a great job on this video; I pray it does not get demolished.

[@ronaldtreitner1460]

if we can afford to send trillions overseas to other countries, we can afford to use a small part of that to restore and maintain our history.

[@domonaut_histories]

As a historical architecture nerd ( & fellow European) myself, this hit me right in the feels. I absolutely love the sincerity in your delivery and the depth of work you did here.

[@strat1960s]

Thank you for sharing this remarkable place. I hope someone steps in and restores it.

[@DebraAuman]

I'm your biggest fan and you two were very brave to venture there. Also I would like to apologize for what has happened to this historical location, I'm glad you brought much needed attention to this, and hopefully things will turn around. Keep up the beautiful work that you do and who knows, maybe we'll save some estates...

[@lailafanda]

hi...im addicted to your videos..always watching here in kuwait...stay safe guyz

[@Phoenix_flying]

I wish you could do a part 2,3 4,5….as much as it takes to see the entirety of this amazing structure. I’m just stunned by the majesty of it.

[@chozar]

So many amazing things can be done with this property. Not just housing, but it could be a fantastic community center or librory or town hall. When we lose our buildings we lose our past. There are similar estates near me, they're parks and arboretums.

[@annettefaust3261]

Was ein wundervolles Anwesen.Als es noch bewohnt war muss es fantastisch gewesen sein.

[@deborahtyson9723]

I watched Live and enjoyed the documentary. It was obvious you guys spent a lot of time on research and exploration of the mansion! Thank you for the tour!

[@jaxgal618]

I love your channel so much. Imagine how surprised I was to see that you came to my home state !!! You know I never even knew about this estate. It's such a shame it is in such disrepair. I feel like you do about history and architecture. I'd like to mention that the Founder of Rhode Island, Roger Williams is my 10th Great Grandfather and the painter Gilbert Stuart is my cousin. I believe I have connections to the Pecks somewhere in my family tree. My family came 400 yrs ago in The Great Migration and on the Mayflower and when the Dutch settled New Amsterdam and we're still there. I do genealogical and historical research so I am really into learning about all of the places you explore because I have extensive European heritage from Ireland, Scotland, England, Wales, Scandinavia, France, Belgium, Netherlands, Italy and Portugal. Keep up the great work !! I love your videos ! ❤

[@camillemiller132]

Very well done gentlemen, you should be very proud of your work ❤️

[@jentill1034]

I have been following the life of this house for MANY years and just wish SOMEONE with money would save it. THANK YOU BOTH for such a beautiful visit. Your videos are always the very best in the business. Love you guys!!!! 🥰💕

[@victoriadodson6745]

This is now on my bucket list for places I need to visit even if from a distance. Thank you for this explore. I pray it can be saved.

[@geovanniinusa5973]

It would be very sad indeed to just be left with pictures and video of such a magnificent estate. It can never be replicated.

[@alexandria8255]

Fantastic history, guys! Thank you for documenting this. God Bless 🙏🙏🌺🌺

[@ashavelities]

I really love watching this kind of videos...it looks like bring me in the old times..and i feel it ...specially those old pictures... oh its amazing... ❤❤ thank u for sharing with us 😊

[@mrsamos312]

Please try to keep us updated on this beautiful mansion of it's fate. In hopes and prayers that it is not torn down. What a shame that would be!!!!

[@helenbrouillette7133]

Attended Zion 1986-1989 - used to do research in the Library. We called this building the Castle. Returned to teach from 2000-2008 and lived on the second floor facing the fountain. It was beautiful. Weddings were held in the 'castle' and the fountain area. So sad to see it like this now.

[@MeMyselfAndUs903]

Were there rooms off the hallway in the basement? Those areas taped up with plastic looked like rooms covered up.

[@helenbrouillette7133]

@@MeMyselfAndUs903 The basement had offices, mostly maintenance offices. The safe that was in the basement, we kept the student records in there. That lock was very difficult to manipulate and that door was heavy. When Zion bought the place from Barrington College, faculty and staff lived on campus. I lived on the second floor of the castle facing what used to be. the fountain. When I was a student, I did research in that library - which was the President's library. The rooms were magnificent. We had Christmas parties in the first floor grand hall; recitals in the 2nd floor ball room. I pray. someone will redeem this place from demolition.

[@rayraap3905]

I can relate to your passion and the history of this place. What I don’t think you understand is the hundreds of millions of dollars it would take to restore this place, and it could never be restored to its original state. There is no way of buying back all the things they sold off.

[@alexg2935]

the home would cost around 50 million to restore, and it doesn't need to be restored to its original state ... all that matters would be it is still standing.

[@AnjaMariaPrzybyla-pn1et]

Love your documetary so much,so interessting with the old pictures,that helped imagine how it looks before abondentment.Sad to see the masses of graffitis.But you guys helped me to look over them.❤

[@user-pq3lw8pe6z]

Beautiful!!!!!

[@slim4105]

Excellent documentary on the Belton Court, Leslie and Danny! This needs to be restored and perhaps have guided tours through it.

[@kewikid68]

Wow! This is stunning! Without you I would have never heard of this wonderful und amazing place! Thank you for your tour und all the background informations! It was a pleasure to watch! 🤗

[@rogervoke5179]

great job on the history of this property !!!!!!

[@pixidanberty5530]

Honestly I adore Danny and loved hearing him narrator

[@MeMyselfAndUs903]

This video drew me in unlike any other KZbin video has ever done. I have spent almost a full day researching this place, because it was so utterly unique (I’m fortunate to have a day with the free time). As you may know, I watched your fascinating video in precise detail; looking and zooming all areas of interest (there was a small bottle about the size of a prescription bottle on the left side of the basement safe). I hope you or someone can answer my posted questions. Wow. I will now watch your Lynnewood Hall video. Thank you a million times over.

[@okdk7]

Amazing. Thank you for the share. Would love to see it restored.... Can't imagine the costs. Well done. Take care and safe travels. D/ CT USA

[@melissakuipers7034]

This was one of your best. Great work Lesley and Danny.

[@BrosOfDecay]

Thank you so much! We’re thrilled you enjoyed it. 😊 Lesley and Danny will be delighted to hear your feedback. Is there a particular type of location or exploration you’d like to see more of in future videos? 🏰🎥

[@shellB1973]

I hate I missed this live 😢 but what an amazing beautiful place. I could see this as a bed & breakfast/ hotel & A wedding/party venue. I hope someone can save it. There is just to much history & so much potential to make it into something the community could use & be proud of instead of taring it down to build more houses 😢 they could make high end apartments out of it if they wanted to. I hate that people no longer appreciate history in this US 😢, we don’t have anywhere near the history Europe has & that’s exactly why we should be preserving it, unfortunately it’s all about how much money💰💵 corporations can make & the hell with something that is historical. Thank You guys again for another amazing video. Much ❤ to you both & God Bless 😊

[@jamienorris8038]

It's disgusting that they're going to tear down this old beautiful mansion especially when the original owner helped so many. The people who vandalized it should go to prison. God save the old mansion.

[@VerucaS9lt]

I LOVE how you told us the history of the house and its owners! Keep up the good work, thank you for this video! 💯❣I also super appreciate the photos of the house in its original glory, it really was SO beautiful. I hope all your amazing efforts help restore this historical house!

[@HobbyOrganist]

Unfortunately it would cost a fortune to renovate, all the lead paint, asbestos etc would have to be remediated, all the windows, it would cost a fortune to heat in the winter. The sad part is people built these massive single family homes at a time when everything including labor was cheap, now a family couldnt afford to live in a sprawling complex like this. The hope is maybe the original house section could at least be saved, that could be practical for a home, but the whole complex is more like a University campus than a home.

[@carlashepherd9362]

Oh no this place can’t be demolished! How sad & heartbreaking; America is the most wasteful nation! Love your video & love your devotion too these old abandoned homes! ❤️👍🤘😢

[@samcolt1079]

ITSO SAD BUT IT WILL NEVER HAPPEN. THERE ARE SO MANY THINGS NEEDED TO BE FIXED IN AMERICA THERES NOT PLACE FOR OLD GIANT PLACES LIKE THIS.

[@user-bg8zh8oz5l]

Wow! Would love this place!

[@DianeMarie85]

So much beautiful stones all within the propery walls!! I cringe to see the vandalism & gang tagging everywhere; it’s a huge problem in California especially - it’s destructive, stupid, and a real crime! Thank you Lesley & Danny for your channel and your passion for history, and for filming this beautiful property. I pray someone will buy the property and restore it - make it into a spa, a resort - something to preserve the history!!! Great job guys as always!

[@Gav_Rez]

Wow, what an amazing gorgeous house. Thanks.

[@tjohn4398]

Also, rather than demolish this beautiful mansion, the city counsil should restore it, put it on the national regitery, and preserve it for future generations to enjoy.

We have to organize and save this mansion

[@MargaretRolen-qh3zu]

So beautiful definitely should be saved!

[@lusimyer]

Very lovely building and surrounds. So big just for one family, I'd say. It is very hard for anyone to maintain and repair as needed. It can be turned into something so beautiful and useful to the public. The thing that really impressed me was the water tank..what an ingenious idea! I have never heard of that. I hope it will be saved, its just to lovely to be destroyed. You wont find many buildings like this anymore.

[@mattoconnor3785]

I grew up about 2 blocks away from the Zion Bible Institute. Its a beautiful property, unfortunately I’ve heard that the property’s buildings have a lot of asbestos that really inhibits the restoration

[@nanllyn]

I’m not criticizing just pointing out something said. The narrator (I think it is Danny and Lesley) said that they held an auction of the contents of the house after Mr Peck died. According to the picture and narrator, Mr Peck died in 1947. The picture of the day of the auction states 1944. Either the date of the auction picture is wrong or they had a sale of his possessions before he died. I really hope they can preserve and restore this beautiful place. I really enjoy this channel. It’s the only one of this kind that I watch. It is narrated so professionally and Danny is a great cameraman. Danny and Lesley do very high quality documentaries. Thank Danny and Lesley for preserving all these homes with your videos.

[@tt8807]

This could be such an AMAZING historic hotel! How beautiful it could be again.😍

[@John_Locke_108]

So glad that you had a ton of pictures showing what the rooms looked like furnished.

[@lindakuehl7205]

I loved this beautiful Mansion when I went to Barrington College♥️♥️♥️ I hope it can be saved!!!!

[@PUNK__WOOD]

best example for the Human Decadence to destroy such an Jewel of History and Architecture

[@jorgecintron9674]

This place is still in great condition and could easily be refurbished. If you think it can’t be restored there’s a guy in France restoring a literal ruin (Escape to rural France) who says otherwise. I really hope this can be saved. Cheers!

[@annesrecipebox]

Nice job! It's awesome how you look past the graffiti and bring the house back to it's elegance, grandeur and dignity. Your passion in tellingl the history of the house and the painstaking research is commendable. Bravo gentlemen, Bravo.

[@Jan-gv5db]

Danny , Leslie, I have one word! Excellent. Yall are awesome, I have watched all of your Shows and ya'll are the Best. Beautiful mansion and yes it's very rare and should never be demolished! Thank you both! You are so awesome together. Jan N. C.

[@alabreytenbach3038]

The destriction of this place breaks my heart...

[@brucerodman6515]

It is vital that this enormous stone structure is maintained by individuals willing to enhance and restore it as opposed to ripping either some or all of it up. The stone itself is magnificent and certainly makes it a stable structure worthy of being saved for future generations of people. Surely, the Beck family might be interested in contributing to its preservation as well as the many students that once attended there.

[@lisaknell1809]

This is a beautiful home. I wish it could be saved. The Dorothy Draper connection is interesting. I live in WV and have been to The Greenbrier, I wish I knew what furnishings came from Belton Court!

[@BrosOfDecay]

It really is a beautiful home, and it’s such a shame when these treasures can't be preserved. 🏡✨ The Dorothy Draper connection adds an intriguing layer of history! The Greenbrier is stunning, and it would be fascinating to know which furnishings might have come from Belton Court. Have you spotted any of Draper’s signature designs at The Greenbrier that you particularly love?

[@lisaknell1809]

@@BrosOfDecay I just love Dorothys flashy florals and bright and cheerful colors. :) Another fun fact: there is a chandelier at the Greenbrier that was in Gone with the Wind!

[@BrosOfDecay]

I researched it and I agree, they are beautiful 🤩🤩

[@cheryl1575]

I will NEVER EVER understand the mindset of those who destroy & vandalize abandoned properties. It shows a severe lack of internal integrity & character. It sickens & infuriates me.

[@GRACEGRANT-ni8kq]

Leslie/Danny thank you for another Fantastic House hope your video helps save it🙏🏡

[@cruzanmongoose]

All that stone work is amazing, that place should be restored.

[@dnice3760]

Leslie & Danny, this video/documentary was an amazing work of art. Wonderful job guys. I loved seeing how it used to look from the pics of the home in its glory. Sadly only in America is a place so full of graffiti. Some people have no respect. Why do people have to desecrate such places as this. Sad. I really hope this wonderful place will be saved. Thanks guys for bringing this to everyones attention.

[@jilldavis7229]

Thank you Leslie & Danny for sharing this magnificent, phenomenal, breathtaking American castle!!! I, here in AZ, had no clue that this iconic place exsisted!!! It would be a true crime to see such magnificense go😞😢😰 It is also heartbreaking to see such disregard for respect & opulence in the vandalism that has taken place here…these people have no self respect, let alone respect & appreciation for such beauty!!! I absolutely loved the craftsmanship of the wood, stone & marble work that true artist have put countless hours, days & months of work into!!! The thought behind the clothes shoots, fire suppression system as well as the security of this precious property!!! I understand that it would cost an astronomical amount to restore & revitalize this property…but this opulent building is rare in the US!!! I am thankful to know that it is on the National Registry…but please, please, please do what is needed to save & restore this unmatched, gorgeous property!!! I hope & pray that someone will find the resources needed to come to the aid of this one of a kind, phenomenal, opulent building 👍🙏💕

[@mariasara7659]

Wow !!! ME ENCANTA LA PARTICIPACION DE DANNY ......EL ES UN CHICO ENCANTADOR , ES UN CHICO MEDIEVAL , SEÑOR DE LOS ANILLOS . LINDO VIDEO GRACIAS 🇨🇱❤⚘🖐