Buffalo is famous for our amazing architecture, but there is one building near the city that somehow flies under the radar, even though it’s incredible. Behold… the hidden castle near Buffalo that almost no one knows about!
The Cambria Castle is located in Williamsville.
www.ajarmedia.com It goes by many names. You might have heard of it referred to as the Williamsville Castle and Oechsner Castle. If this is the first you’re hearing of it, we’re not surprised; this castle is kept relatively secret in Western New York.
The Cambria Castle is on private property with posted trespassing warnings, so please respect the owners’ wishes and experience it through photos instead!
Hafner Financial Group - Facebook The castle is built on a plot of land referred to as “Dream Island,” and it truly is a dream-like building.
The castle was built in 1917 by a German-born mason.
AJAR Media - Facebook It has been said that the man wanted to create a building that reminded him of home.
The Cambria Castle is so authentic that there’s even a moat leading to it!
Fifteen - Facebook (PC James Millard) It’s no wonder this place is not often accessed - it’s tucked away in a beautiful, fairytale-like setting.
There was recently a large estate sale at the property, giving the public an unusual glimpse of the castle.
www.ajarmedia.com The sale drew a large crowd - some looking for antique finds, but many just wanted to see what the castle was all about.
We never know this place existed until very recently.
www.ajarmedia.com And we’re sure glad we found out about it! While taking a hike back to the building sounds intriguing, we urge you to respect the privacy for the castle’s owners. After all, you wouldn’t want strangers scrambling through your own backyard!
Some people have visited the castle with permission from the owners, though this is rare.
www.ajarmedia.com There has also been talk of the castle going up for public sale, but we cannot confirm these reports. Until you are able to experience its beauty firsthand, explore the Cambria Castle vicariously through these photos!
Have you ever heard of this hidden castle near Buffalo? If you visited during the estate sale or a private expedition, please share your photos of the castle in the comments below!
It goes by many names. You might have heard of it referred to as the Williamsville Castle and Oechsner Castle. If this is the first you’re hearing of it, we’re not surprised; this castle is kept relatively secret in Western New York.
Hafner Financial Group - Facebook
The castle is built on a plot of land referred to as “Dream Island,” and it truly is a dream-like building.
AJAR Media - Facebook
It has been said that the man wanted to create a building that reminded him of home.
Fifteen - Facebook (PC James Millard)
It’s no wonder this place is not often accessed - it’s tucked away in a beautiful, fairytale-like setting.
The sale drew a large crowd - some looking for antique finds, but many just wanted to see what the castle was all about.
And we’re sure glad we found out about it! While taking a hike back to the building sounds intriguing, we urge you to respect the privacy for the castle’s owners. After all, you wouldn’t want strangers scrambling through your own backyard!
There has also been talk of the castle going up for public sale, but we cannot confirm these reports. Until you are able to experience its beauty firsthand, explore the Cambria Castle vicariously through these photos!
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