That is beautiful. Thank you for calling your wife darling when you first went in. Sweet.

@andychris7647

Жыл бұрын

Hello,happy new year’s to you 🎉

I know it’s been said many times, but this would make an incredible wedding venue. You could youse the master as the bridal suite, all of the guest bedrooms for the rest of the wedding party/family. The ballroom would make a great location for ceremonies and/or receptions.

@brude-brodude795

Ай бұрын

It just has to get into the right hands to happen! ❤

@stevanstevan763

10 күн бұрын

i remember this was rented out for events a few times in 2009 -2010 me and my brothers would sneak in i remember using the indoor pool and taking drinks from refrigerators left from events

Amazes me how people could let these beautiful homes become so run down. It's such ashame. Some of us could only dream of having a home like this

@AbsolutelyRelative_

Жыл бұрын

Rich people aren’t greatful bc there’s nothing for them to look forward to

@FallacyAsPraxis

Жыл бұрын

That is not a home, it's an example of materialism and vanity.

@Thommadura

Жыл бұрын

@@FallacyAsPraxis The thing that people spend the most on in their life is their residence and virtually everyone overspends no matter how big it is and they spend most of the rest of their lives paying for it. These people had money, enough to build a house beyond YOUR reach and likely paid for it in cash or something close to that. It is hard to get a mortgage on hugely expensive homes that banks deem hard to sell. So it likely was within the means of the buyer at the time - too bad you cannot afford it. Sour Grapes

@mcwilliams3357

Жыл бұрын

Well, the couple kept it up-- it was only after he died in 2006, according to the video, that ownership changed-- several times. The problem is that the upkeep expenses on such a large property are exorbitant-- and anyone who bought it would likely want to update the obvious 80s decor since it looks as if nobody changed anything from the initial build 23 years prior to his death.

@tinaschilling6642

10 ай бұрын

😊😊

In highschool, a kid in our orchestra had a party at his house for all the band & orchestra students - they had an indoor & outdoor pool both! It was just really neat! As a kid , at the time I was so envious. Later in my life I lived in a 5000 square foot home on the ocean, I do know now, that if I had means, I wouldn’t live in a HUGE HOUSE ever again. When you can’t hear what’s going on in other parts of the house, it’s really kind of creepy. And it’s a TON of work to maintain. IF i get rich, I’ll live in “ nice” but not “big”! A place that big means you got a lot of people around to maintain it/ no privacy , no thanks. Jmo . Thanks for posting this, I’m sort of a newbie to your channel, so I scrolling back & looking at your past explores! Thanks again!!

@barbaratardy9788

7 ай бұрын

Agree, this poor guy was so lost. So attached to grandiosity.

@lodersracing

Ай бұрын

Me too. I love minimalism.

It reminds me of the old style drive up motels you’d see on vacation. What a shame it’s fallen into disrepair. Sometimes bigger isn’t better.

@Damone7653

Жыл бұрын

Say what!

@anitajinfla9762

Жыл бұрын

Less is more is my saying! Lol

@sheilad83

Жыл бұрын

@@Damone7653 did you makeup that user name after seeing their comment about bigger isn't always better? 😆😅😂🤣😭

@Damone7653

Жыл бұрын

@@sheilad83 Yes I made it up... that's a load off my mine.

@sheilad83

Жыл бұрын

@@Damone7653 😆😅😂🤣😭! I'm about to pee a little! That is funny af! Big ole Johnny Holmes! Great to MEAT a dead man ©um bk to life! Sorry I couldn't resist! Sailor mouth SHEILAD83 I apologize fr!

Would love to see pictures of it when it was full decorated and lived in by the original owners

@gwendolyn7462

Жыл бұрын

why? It is horrid

@OdinYG

Жыл бұрын

@@gwendolyn7462 youre horrid.

@CherylSimser

Жыл бұрын

@@gwendolyn7462 Maybe, just maybe, the furniture reduced the horridness a little... The wallpaper was awful, the gold trims were awful, the medallions and chandeliers were way too plentiful and not pleasing to the eye. Everything seemed boringly repetitious and unattractive. Even the massive main bathroom was terrible and poorly designed while the other bathrooms were ugly as sin in both color and design. This was truly one of the ugliest places I have ever seen with only a few redeeming qualities which were the outside doors and windows. Only the kitchen and the library may have been somewhat attractive in their day because of the wood work. I can't help thinking everything was done poorly with little design appeal and the repetition bordered on gaudiness.

@selket51

Ай бұрын

I don’t think that big room is a master bedroom. I think it’s an entertainment center. It’s not an area for a bed but may be a stage. I’m sure these people entertained a lot.

You can tell the original owners loved this mansion and had it how they wanted it. It's so sad to see how it has been left.

I am a neighbor of this wonderful house, I had always been curious about what it was like inside. currently belongs to a church association

@highpreistess327

9 ай бұрын

WHERE IS IT AT?? I WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE IT!

@dashix3266

9 ай бұрын

I live pretty close to there as well! It's a shame it's abandoned.

@user-wl5tu1te8l

9 ай бұрын

I want that house for me....

@hildabailey2670

8 ай бұрын

All I can say is that beautiful

@tmc4609

8 ай бұрын

I would have to go and explore it.

I could totally see this as an upscale retirement home. It has potential

@douglasschaden3475

Жыл бұрын

I'm sure the people in the neighboring mansions think that's a fine idea.

@gwendolyn7462

Жыл бұрын

yeah, retirement home

@johnnieleverett6433

Жыл бұрын

A upscale assisted living. Yes. It is beautiful. I hope they do sell off the marble and chandeliers if they are not going to fox it up I hate the thought of kids getting in there and busting up things and spraying with graffiti.

It's beautiful inside.. I hope it does get renovated It's too beautiful to tear it down. Thank you to the owner for letting you film this beauty. ❤️

I worked on the burglar alarm system at this house, the people who owned it were very nice and always enjoyed going there

LOVE all the kitchen cabinets! ❤ Love that they go up to ceiling instead of being typical short cabinet dust traps. You can never have enough kitchen storage or counter space.

It’s beautiful but looks lonely and cold. I couldn’t imagine living there and being happy even with the two pools.

Imagine, being 60+ years old. After recently becoming, obviously, very well off. You decide to build a home for you and your wife. And this is what you envision. This home was meant to be a symbol of what he had accomplished in his life. Also being in his 60’s during construction led to the entire home being built on a single story floor plan. I just couldn’t fathom living out my golden years in such a home. This would be the way to say, look at what I was able to do. Not in a arrogant way, but in a way that is to be honored. I don’t know who the owner was but it’s always Amazing to see what sone people are capable of accomplishing in their lives. Our lives are so short. To amass such a fortune that is capable of constructing such a beautiful home. Hats off to mr K

@tammyboykin5285

Жыл бұрын

If he died in 2006 at 93 and it was built in 1983 then he was 70. Wouldn't that tub and marble floors be dangerous for someone 70 to 93. The guest rooms were tiny and the kitchen n other bathrooms were underwhelming. Overall the rest of the mansion is stunning. It was built in 1983 so not surprised the kitchen is so dark. I was expecting it to be beautiful and white with marble.

@mrwilliamwonder

11 ай бұрын

They do it for the woman in their lives. Men only want a comfortable place to live.

@Richierich1285

11 ай бұрын

he built the house out of greed if he wanted to be remembered he could of used the money to help people with the money it took to build this home in the 80s he probably could of built a 100 homes on 50 or so acres and gave em away to the homeless

@shirleytruett7319

6 ай бұрын

If I was a millionaire and wanted to accomplish something in life to leave as a memory of me I absolutely would not waste my money on something like all millionaires do I would live a simple life and help everyone that I possibly could then your memory would never die and I would leave this world not regretting NOTHING and be happy that I could help a lot of people. That's just the way I am . Heaven has more to offer than anything in this world has . ❤❤

@thomasmadden2258

6 ай бұрын

Why they turn in hotel

I found your channel the other day and really enjoy seeing these homes and imagining what they were like before being abandoned. I also appreciate the history/background you give in the beginning of each video. It would be really awesome if you could find photos of these mansons in all their glory and show those at the end of each video! That would be so cool!! Thank you for taking us along on your exploration of abandoned homes!

It was so nice of the man to let you go in and show us. This home is stunning. If it was full of furniture and life! It would be a little piece of paradise! Good bless you and the owner!

The Space in between the Outside door and the room is called, A Vestibule: "A vestibule is a small, enclosed entry chamber that traditionally has served as a buffer in winter between indoors and outdoors, to trap air and minimize heat loss. Vestibules today also help keep air-conditioned air inside and hot air outside in summer."

@jameskiehm546

Жыл бұрын

Big B, these are the details that I wish you would understand before you do the video. Vestibules are very common in homes in harsh climates. Hot, humid or cold, they are common.

@kila4

Жыл бұрын

Also sometimes called an airlock.

@artphotognh

Жыл бұрын

Thanks; I was wondering about these areas also.

@andrewlemoine3451

Жыл бұрын

In New England we call it a mudroom a place to take off wet muddy snow covered clothes before gong into the main house

@darlenekorson3716

Жыл бұрын

@@andrewlemoine3451 mud rooms are usually to the side or back of the house.

Beautiful! So nice the owners gave you permission to video and share with us. I love the pool areas but the whole house is spectacular. Lots of ideas on what they can do with this place before it falls into disarray. Great video!

@andychris7647

Жыл бұрын

Happy new year’s to you 🎉

@tammyboykin5285

Жыл бұрын

I almost thought the tiny rooms with bathrooms looked like servant quarters

The small room/space between the outside door and another room is an airlock entry. It's especially popular in the north. It's function is to prevent the home's heat from escaping and cold drafts from whooshing in, every time someone uses the outside door. The airlock entry serves the same purpose of maintaining temperature control for an air conditioned home in the summer.

@farqueue

Жыл бұрын

Yes this is commercial grade opulance at every turn as Mr K was a hotelier after all

@kennethpeterson4068

Жыл бұрын

Like a mud room...

@wiganfan3373

Жыл бұрын

vestibule

Just a tip. The circular “moldings” around the chandeliers on the ceilings are called Medallions. The birds in the glass are birds of paradise. ❤

@michelemartorina7220

11 ай бұрын

You probably won't read this, but I wish you were narrating what we were seeing. He talks like he isn't very smart

@Denise-pn1tj

11 ай бұрын

@@michelemartorina7220 awe. Thank you. He’s a novice I believe. My mom was an antique dealer my house (was her home) is full of antiques. I have one of those medallions on my ceiling above my head as I type this to you now. I hope you are well. Have a great rest of your week.

@seanslawns

11 ай бұрын

@@michelemartorina7220yikes, you go on peoples channels to call them dumb?

@North49191

11 ай бұрын

Just a tip- nobody likes a know it even thought we all knew what they were called.

@Denise-pn1tj

11 ай бұрын

@@North49191 awe! Shall I send you a tiny violin?

You and your wife Dakota are such an adorable couple! It's really heartwarming to see you both so happy together. 🤗❤️

It's reminiscent of "The Shining." Stain glass doors are stunning and timeless!

@jellybeanflavorpowerraid2974

2 ай бұрын

It looks like this house belong to Livarachie sure spelled wrong 😂

I hoped they had many wonderful memories.

It needs a roof with a pitch on it. Flat roofs tend to leak too often. My workplace is ALWAYS fighting water leaks. I would LOVE to have a kitchen like that!! Those walk-in closets are awesome! Gorgeous!! My whole house will fit in the master bedroom 🤣

@JL-hw6lo

Жыл бұрын

Where u guys located We can give you an estimate and take care of you with a finders fee 😂

@rvingkeepitrolling8797

Жыл бұрын

I agree don't know why anyone would have a flat roof the water just sits there.

"In my Father's house are many mansions." Won't it be wonderful there?

@walkbyHislight

Жыл бұрын

Yes, more wonderful than we could imagine!

Love the architecture of these old buildings. Thank you for sharing it with us.

@stephenhorstick5973

Жыл бұрын

ould u do with all that space wow!!!

It's so hard for me to imagine how 2 people would want or need this amount of house.

@nicolecarnevale3226

9 ай бұрын

I hope they did a lot of entertaining or it is a lot of house.

@julieuhha

4 ай бұрын

They were hotel owners, it’s very fitting they would build something like this.

@roldarolda1445

2 ай бұрын

Pour fuir sa femme 😂

I drive by this Manson all the time and always wanted to take a look at the inside. Thank you for exploring this one!

@AhbaYah5

Жыл бұрын

What city/town is it in?

Love this video 😍 wish you could find photos of what it looked like furnished that would be interesting. Did they have family? Wonder what the plans are for it. Beautiful home ❣️

@anitajinfla9762

Жыл бұрын

Would be interesting to see....

@tammyboykin5285

Жыл бұрын

I hope the new owner fixes it up and uses it for something

@karriebrush6285

Жыл бұрын

It's a shame cause it's just been sitting for year's and deteriorating so fast. It would be wonderful if someone could do something with it cause it has lots of potential.

Wow, what a stunning house/mansion. I love the fittings, the marble,the crown moldings. I just love all of it

when I see such a beautiful home left empty like this I think it looks sad, like it's just waiting for someone to love it again.

Can you imagine the staff required to maintain all that ? Chandeliers = work for cleaning..marble columns = work cleaning , etc....

Supplier: How much marble do you want? Contractor: Yes.

@janetgant5572

Ай бұрын

😂😂😂

SOMEONE should redo this. Its absolutely gorgeous and beautiful.

What an adventure! Thank you for sharing someone's dream, once upon a time! 🌿💙

Thank you so much for doing this one! It's 20 minutes away from where I live and I have always wanted to see the inside!!!!!❤❤❤❤

This place took my breath away! That master bedroom is definitely the best room of the place, followed by the indoor pool!! Just sad to see that the place is in need of renovations.

Simply Stunning.. I hope the owner can start making it a livable home again!!🙏🏻🤗🙏🏻

It hurts my heart to see it abandoned because someone put so much of themselves and lots of money into it, but it would be super expensive to maintain but it is lovely.

I love watching you bc your actually respectful about a lot of things

House in fantastic condition no saggy walls or ceilings. Must be incredibly well made. I’m envisioning a bunch of apartments with the outside pretty much staying the same

You said it was previously designed as a hotel. That's why you see the first big spaces it makes sense as a common area for guests. It still looks very splendid. Love it. Thank you for showing these amazing places.

This place is absolutely amazing, they spared no expense when they built it.

Lol - I was watching thinking that there was something kinda off about the style considering it's a home but "funeral home church" vibe is actually perfect. Not exactly homey, but very ornate. Thanks for the upload.

Keep Rockin' Banks.. Hello to Dakota! You both are truly blessed...

@andychris7647

Жыл бұрын

Happy new year’s to you

Have to love the 80s pink and seafoam green vibe in the interior design. Such a popular color combo of the decade.

Bathrooms and Kitchens really interest me the most. For example when you see more than 6 burners on a stove, the owners plan on large meals. The master bathroom in this mansion didn't have a shower. I found that quite odd, considering the size of the bedroom.

Loved how you and your wife showing the house Very massive house I guess to each his own very beautiful indeed

Exciting! Looking forward to seeing it!!

Much I see with all these houses, I have a smaller mansion, people pass away and I learn much from all these homes. The thing is, you lose what really means much to you, family and it all gets really messed up. I'm realizing that what really matters is gone. These episodes is going to help me in much. Your gift is helping me as I have treasures in my house. I want it to be perfect. It all is of God.

It would be cool to see all these places in their glory days. This place would make a fantastic wedding/reception venue

absolutely amazing gorgeous place, I really liked the whole house, thank you for sharing🙂😀

When you walked around the huge room on the opposite end of the house from Master Bedroom, I was fascinated by the fireplace with the huge windows a few feet behind; that's quite unique. It first looked like someone could walk between the fireplace & the windows, but you only allowed the camera 2 quick glances of this area! I could only see there was no opening at the bottom, (so no walk-through) but I really wanted to see above that. Future videos would be much improved with less time spent on things like identical chandeliers & light fixtures (one close-up of each was sufficient) or the big wreath box then the big wreath, and more time on unique design elements! Looking for to future explorations here.

I can only imagine the memories that were made in this place.i loved the tour.

A beautiful old home. Wow. Hope it is being restored.

Great explore good job filming. Your style is improving with every explore. Beautiful house. Very over the top with all the space & so much marble. That would make a great resort. Thx 4 sharing, much luv. Stay safe

These over the top homes are hilarious ! A winter and summer pool, now that's a first. Love this stuff, so entertaining.

The stained glass is so beautiful. I do stained glass, and I truly admire each piece.

Absolutely beautiful. Thank you for the tour.

Kitchen cabinets and light switches are a dead giveaway to it being a 1980's house. Frozen in time!

Cool thanks for the heads up

That huge pink fire place ..beautiful And the pink wall paper with raised floral design

Many thanks to the kind owner for letting you share this magnificent house with us. .I can't even imagine what it looked like in it's prime! I pray it will be restored to it's full potential in the years to come.

I saw the thumbnail and knew exactly where this was. As a college student, I saw it for the first time in the late 80s. I have lived or worked in that town since. To my understanding, no one ever lived in the house. I believe it was partially finished and more work was done over time, but never occupied. There have been different plans for it, but nothing has ever materialized. It sits yards from a very busy road so anyone who could afford to live there would probably pass for something with more privacy and a better floorplan. Mr. K built an independent hotel that is very similar in style and layout to the home. So as one of the comments stated, he probably built it based on that design. I had never seen the inside until this video, but it definitely feels like a 1970's era hotel. It also feels like he handed the builder a sketch on a napkin and a stack of cash and said get started. It is great to finally get a look at the inside of this quirky spot.

@julieuhha

4 ай бұрын

They lived in the house for 6 years before they lost their fortune and bank foreclosed on it.

That master bedroom was cool ! But, at first, it' looked like a funeral home with those posts and flowers on them. Fancy place ! Thank you for sharing ! Be blessed 😊

This place is absolutely gorgeous. Thanks for sharing

My favorite part of house is the wallpaper and the gold moldings and the columns and all the marble and the chandeliers!!

Really reminds me of this Really old coal miner in Pennsylvania my dad use to take me to his property/ranch had a crazy 1 story house like that and he had so much land with like 7 different cabins on it, it was incredible and the best hunting I ever did. I always remember the guy telling me as a kid he was a millionaire twice and broke three times from the coal business lmao that was back when a million dollars was actually a status

Cant wait to see the full exploration! Seems to have been a once beautiful property. Keep up the good work 🤙

Wow. I cant believe nobody baught this. Truely beautiful

Love all your videos… thank you for taking us with you… God Bless you and your family

This is an amazing video. There is so much character in this home that one can easily see themselves there. I have a fantasy of owning a specialized club. I have drawn out the design many times on paper and in my mind. This home checked all my boxes in lay out as well as intricate design of moldings, door entrances and especially the pools.

@theresawilliams6538

Жыл бұрын

There's no shower in master bedroom that's different

@fancyme.alter1311

Жыл бұрын

@@theresawilliams6538 True. The house needs updating on a few things especially for my club 😊. I would add a rain shower coming from the ceiling over the middle of the tub while I was removing two of the pillars in front and down sizing the thickness of the pillars so one could use the sinks more efficiently.

@nicolebryant5956

Жыл бұрын

I’m curious to why we can’t know the real details if ownership . I understand you try to protect these places I’m just a history fanatic and be wanting to research ,

Mind blowing on so many levels. You just have to wonder what type of personality would want to live in a house like that. It was an interesting explore, but as I've said I prefer the older and dusty with lots of artifacts.

what a nice place, so glad they let you show us,, I hope they can fix it up

Wow wow and wow 😮.. Loved it. But so big..love the marble countless chandeliers..amazing mirrors .. can just go on... Thankyou for sharing with us. Look forward to more. Gathering great ideas.

Love your channel and all the information you provide, so interesting

I grew up in the 80's where this is located and always wondered what it looked like inside!

@tinagentry9144

Жыл бұрын

What County/City is this in?

@dorota6328

Жыл бұрын

Which town?

@pennyh8996

Жыл бұрын

Where is the family?

Definitely the one I would pick out of your shows so far. Thanks.

I know where this place is. As a kid I loved this place, I wanted to live there. Thank you for sharing so I could finally see the inside of a mansion that I have always wanted ❤❤❤

@tinagentry9144

Жыл бұрын

What County/City is this in?

Drawings for buildings are really expensive so just imagine how much the plans cost for this place!

@esthermassey7037

Жыл бұрын

From my point of view the blueprint cost was pocket change to the owner compared to the land and actual building cost he paid for it and the contents therein, not to mention the cost of property taxes, homeowners insurance that he had to pay even extra for due to it being built with a flat top roof, electricity, and the upkeep of it inside and out daily.

@craigjensen6853

Жыл бұрын

That's what I always think about in these videos. The original owners would have spent months working with an architect, hand selecting samples of materials for everything from carpeting to wallpaper and countertops. The architect would be constantly revising the plans to arrive at the vision of the owner. They both would have put so much time into it and surely would be sad to see it left to abandonment. Happens all too often with these homes though. It's that level of customization that often does them in, making them impractical to renovate to someone else's taste.

Hideous place. Great vids

Amazing explore! Thank you Big B for sharing ❤️❤️❤️

That first room is a huge foyer. The main foyer you named is not just a foyer it is a Grand Entrance. Off the master bedroom is a sitting room. Very nice. The kitchen is surprisingly simple. Completely functional but utilitarian.

They probably had pool parties and stuff ,room for dancing for get togethers at the bar ,and two bathrooms so people could use,they may liked to swim ,or to use in winter , you said soon as I was writing this,wow what an entrance,that side could be offices,for some kind of business,the meeting room ,nice mansion lot of room ,great tour and place to see

In most mansions they have hiden rooms, if I had one most definitely in the book case Or wall never know some old mansions do have them. Great video loved the garden tub with poles. But with space room in that bedroom you would think that the bathroom would be huge.

The wood work in the kitchen is beautiful.

Truly amazing. What a gorgeous place.

Looks like a small factory or warehouse that someone converted into a home .

Wow!! That is certainly one mansion that is very ornate in details! The molding is beautiful !! The small bedrooms just don’t go with the rest of the house … not luxurious! The embossed wallpaper is definitely gorgeous !! Thanks for the tour ! 😊

@andychris7647

Жыл бұрын

Hello,happy new year’s to you 🎉

I loved that rose wallpaper at the area where the bedrooms were, that house is so beautiful

I hope someone will bring this place back to its glory 😊

I was surprised that there was no shower in that master bath…and compared to the vast size of all the rooms…those guest bedrooms were extremely tiny! Beautiful place!!

@tammyboykin5285

Жыл бұрын

Honestly I think that those little Teensy bedrooms with the little bathroom looks like servants quarters

Amazing place!! You have come a LONG way in your videos and presentation. Excellent work.

@BigBankz

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@rev.redhand6205

Жыл бұрын

@@BigBankz thanks for putting Scripture in your work that's amazing 👏

Great lookin Mansion. TY for Sharing the history of this beautiful home. TY ❤ watched on 5/27/23

Just discovered your channel. One thing I love about you is how respectful you are of the families/previous owners' homes. You keep it clean. Not to mention you do your research but dont give out too much information. Blessings to you and your beautiful wife. Keep up the great work. The two pools can also work for when they have big events/ parties with many people. Or separate the old people from the young people when its family events😅😅😅

Your right. It would be amazing to be able to see this mansion, when it was first completed and furnished in all its glory. And even better... Would to be able to see it, with a side by side comparison. Thanks for giving us a tour. Did you ever do a final count on how many chandeliers?

Just a beautiful incredible amazing White House, great video.

Love to see this very luxurious home alive once again

What a neat place. Simply beautiful

Thank you for showing close-ups of the molding details, the leaded glass, fireplace, wallpaper and door knobs. I love seeing the details! The kitchen is very boxed in & claustrophobic to me. I am confused by them putting the washer & dryer in the kitchen of this massive mansion. Also the cramped master bathroom was wild. All the chandeliers are so pretty!! The ballroom was pretty amazing. It looks like it would be great used as a wedding venue and for fancy Christmas parties. It was nice seeing Lakota. "Hi, Lakota!"

@christylawrence1268

Жыл бұрын

Yes some things confused me on this one. some things were very high end, and some things, not so much. the washer/dryer in the kitchen really threw me off, and the tiny guest rooms and bathrooms!!

@OGCHuila

9 күн бұрын

The tiny guest rooms might be rooms for the house keepers and washer and dryer in the kitchen is a European thing. The owner of the house was Polish.