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Knapp's Castle is a privately owned landmark ruined mansion in the Santa Ynez Mountains near Santa Barbara, California. Built in 1916 by George Knapp, the estate included 5 bedrooms, an organ room, and even an observatory.
Knapp's Castle (currently closed to visitors), in the mountains above Santa Barbara, on a plot of privately-owned land surrounded by the Los Padres National Forest, is a popular place because of its intriguing look and incredible view of the Santa Ynez Valley and backcountry.
Jul 8, 2015 · Explore the enduring remains of Knapp’s Castle, which include stone steps, archways, and fireplaces. Several pieces still stand from the impressive home built in 1916 for George Knapp, a former chairman for Union Carbide.
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Tucked high up in the hills of Santa Barbara lays the skeletal foundation of what was once an elaborate “castle”. George Owen Knapp built the 160-acre home in 1915. Born in 1855 in Massachusetts, Knapp was a businessman and civil engineer by trade.
Aug 8, 2011 · Perched on a promontory along a ridge on the north slope of the Santa Ynez Mountains, overlooking the Santa Ynez River Valley, the sandstone ruins known as Knapp’s Castle are the remnants of a remote mountain retreat built by George Owen Knapp.
Jan 12, 2014 · Discover Knapp’s Castle in Santa Barbara, California: The ruins of the castle that chemicals built.
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Knapps Castle is a popular hike in the hills above Santa Barbara with fantastic views and historic ruins. As of 2020, the hike is on private property and closed to the public, but you can see what it used to look like in this post.
