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	Larnach Castle - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Larnach Castle (often incorrectly referred to as "Larnach's Castle"), is an imposing mansion on the ridge of Otago Peninsula within the limits of the city of Dunedin, New Zealand.
		The castle was built between 1873 and 1887 as the residence of William Larnach, a prominent entrepreneur and politician in colonial New Zealand.
		The castle and its grounds are regularly open to the public, and Larnach Castle is now seen as one of the jewels in Dunedin's tourist crown.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Larnach_Castle (297 words)

	William Larnach - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Larnach was born in the Hunter Valley, north of Sydney, Australia.
		Larnach's farming investments were turning sour due to the rabbit problems, and Larnach sought to sell his lands to British investors — this prompted considerable condemnation in New Zealand, as Larnach was seen as trying to deceive the British as to the quality of the investments.
		Larnach was on the brink of financial ruin.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/William_Larnach (646 words)

	New Zealand - Our Way (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Larnach, who had arrived from New South Wales, Australia to manage the first bank of Otago.
		Larnach had married Eliza de Guise, a French heiress which explains the building of such a sumptuous residence.
		Larnach had three wives and the first two were half-sisters.
	www.acrossthebridge.com /NZ/larnach.html (188 words)

	LARNACH CASTLE
		The only castle in New Zealand, it is the centerpiece of a 35-acre property atop a hill midway along the Otago Peninsula, eight miles from the city of Dunedin on the east cost of the country's South Island.
		Larnachs, who were half-sisters, died in the castle at age 38.
		The Larnachs' daughter Katie is said to haunt the ballroom, built to celebrate her 21st birthday in 1886.
	www.travellady.com /articles/article-larnach.html (421 words)

	Dunedin (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Located on Camp Road on the scenic Otago Peninsula, the castle with its grand architecture and stonemasonry, rare antiques, fabulous views, gardens and grounds, was the magnificent obsession of a doomed Victorian whose tragic death in 1898 scandailsed the colony.
		Larnach Castle was bought by the Barker family in 1967 when it was neglected and in a bad state of repairs.
		Built by merchant baron and politician William Larnach, who had three wives, six children and a colourful life, (eventually committing scandalous suicide in the New Zealand Houses of Parliament), the Castle is a testament to the Master Craftsmen of the period.
	www.lilesnet.com /Down_under/dunedin.htm (476 words)

	Larnach Castle (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Larnach Lodge overlooks the Otago Harbour, the peninsula and the Pacific Ocean.
		In a new building quite separate from Larnach Castle and yet within clear view of the Castle, the Barker Family have created an imaginative, comfortable haven for guests.
		Then there is Kate's Room - Larnach's favourite daughter, the romantic White Room with plenty of lace and broderie anglaise, and a number of rooms which feature New Zealand plants and trees found in the grounds of Larnach Castle and Lodge.
	www.pacificislandtravel.com /new_zealand/hotels/dun_larnach_castle.html (432 words)

	Journal: The Moms' Visit
		Larnach Castle, New Zealand's only Castle, was built in 1871 by William Larnach, Merchant Baron and Politician.
		For 67 years, the castle had many uses including a mental asylum, a hospital for shell-shocked soldiers, a nuns retreat and the Ballroom was once used as a sheep pen.
		The gardens that surround the castle are immaculate, and include sculptures, topiary, and fantastic views of the surrounding Otago Peninsula and bay.
	www.svfelicity.com /journal/larnach.htm (250 words)

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		Larnach Castle is New Zealand’s only castle built in 1871 by a merchant baron and politician.
		Larnach Castle was built by William Larnach for his beloved wife Eliza but has been privately owned and maintained by the Barker family since 1967.
		The Barker Family purchased Larnach Castle and its 14 hectares of grounds in order to ensure its survival including the spectacular gardens, which surround the property.
	www.nzroadtrip.com /Lanarch_Castle.html (644 words)

	Larnach Castle
		Today, the Castle is the home of the Barker family, who have spent more than thirty five years lovingly restoring the building and recreating the beauty of the 35 acres of gardens and grounds.
		Larnach spared no expense on his dream home, which features the finest materials from around the world.
		Larnach Castle is close to the Royal Albatross Colony, The Yellow Eyed Penguin Reserve, Monarch Wildlife Cruises and Glenfalloch Gardens.
	www.visit-dunedin.co.nz /larnach_castle.html (493 words)

	New Zealand - Larnach Castle
		Although the castle is not as imperial as those Lynn hopes to one day visit in Europe, the owner of Larnach Castle boasts of it being New Zealand's only castle in existence.
		Larnach Castle is also an ideal setting for events such as parties and weddings.
		On of the many attractions of Larnach Castle are the incredible views in all directions.
	www.icwhen.com /ncc14/topics/larnach (436 words)

	Larnach Castle - Dunedin
		The Ballroom had been used to pen sheep, the Castle was empty of furniture, leaking like a sieve, in a terrible state of disrepair and the grounds were very overgrown.
		When the bought the Castle many people thought (and told them!) that they were crazy to take on such a mammoth and to them apparently impossible task.
		They've lived there longer than the original Larnach family and will continue to lavish the care and attention that this wonderful building deserves...As Margaret Barker says "The Castle has a fate of its own and we are mere caretakers in the meantime".
	www.nztravelhouse.com /accommodation/hotels/larnach.html (594 words)

	Larnach Castle, New Zealand
		50km from Dunedin, on the Otago Peninsula, is Larnach Castle, also known as the Camp, which was built for a wealthy banker named William Larnach between 1871 and 1887.
		This extraordinary building is said to have been modeled on a Scottish castle; its construction was supervised by the well-known architect RA Lawson.
		William Larnach (1833-98) came to Dunedin in 1867 as manager of the Bank of Otago and had a successful career as a politician.
	www.planetware.com /dunedin/larnach-castle-nz-ot-lc.htm (200 words)

	Larnach Lodge at Larnach Castle - Accommodation in Dunedin New Zealand
		Today the castle is home to the Barker family, who have spent more than 30 years lovingly restoring the building and recreating the beauty of 35 acres of gardens and grounds.
		Another new recreation of the colonial farm building set in the gardens of Larnach Castle, is the twelve bedrooms with private facilities, each individually decorated in period style.
		Lodge guests may dine in the castle dining room and are also invited on a complimentary tour of Larnach Castle.
	www.christchurchaccom.com /accListing/1764 (179 words)

	LARNACH'S CASTLE - 1966 Encyclopaedia of New Zealand
		In April 1871 W. Larnach acquired a magnificent building site on the Otago Peninsula, 800 ft above sea level, from which were almost unsurpassed panoramic views of harbour, ocean, and coastline, and the environs of Dunedin.
		But Larnach called it “The Camp” because the family “camped” in another building on the site while work was under way.
		Although today Larnach's Castle has lost much of its former glory, it is undoubtedly one of New Zealand's most interesting buildings and, in its class, unique.
	www.teara.govt.nz /1966/L/LarnachsCastle/LarnachsCastle/en (475 words)

	BYO Kids :: Dunedin tours\|dunedin attractions\|family\|larnach castle\|cadbury factory
		Larnach Castle is situated on the Otago Peninsula a little more than 20 minutes from Dunedin.
		The castle is now privately owned and has been lovingly restored to be shared with the public.
		We felt totally welcome at the castle, there are no ropes or barricades and the kids thoroughly enjoyed thier day, it was educational and fun.
	www.byokids.com.au /content/view/381/76 (588 words)

	Walt's New Zealand Trip (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		On Thursday evening, the conference group went to Larnach Castle for a banquet.
		Larnach Castle is the most famous building in Dunedin.
		On the way to the castle, which sits on a hilltop above the city, fog rolled in lending an eerie “Scottish moor” atmosphere to the scene.
	home.earthlink.net /~waltmeier/nz/nz6.html (396 words)

	Larnach Castle Lodge Hotel Dunedin New Zealand (via CobWeb/3.1 planet1.scs.cs.nyu.edu) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Larnach Castle Lodge Hotel Dunedin is a unique luxury establishment originally built in the 1870's for the pleasure of the first wife of William Larnach, landowner, Minister of the Crown, banker and merchant baron.
		Today, Larnach Castle Lodge Hotel Dunedin offers exquisite accommodation while providing simply the perfect location from which to enjoy the wonders of this remarkable city.
		Larnach Castle Lodge Hotel Dunedin has all of the amenities, facilities and levels of comfort you would expect from a hotel of this class, For your reservation at the Larnach Castle Lodge Hotel Dunedin, simply submit your requested dates below and complete our secure online booking form.
	www.newzealand-onlinebookinghotel.com.cob-web.org:8888 /dunedin_hotels/larnach_castle_lodge_hotel.shtml (239 words)

	Larnach Castle Dunedin : Dunedin : New Zealand - Hotels Guide by BootsnAll
		Located a twenty-minute scenic drive from Dunedin city in the grounds of the famous Larnach Castle.
		Visitors can enjoy a tour of the Castle, or admire the magnificent gardens, which Margaret Barker has been working hard developing for the last 30 years.
		Rooms are individually decorated in a themed period style, to complement the Castle.
	www.bootsnall.com /hotels/h/33587/Larnach-Castle-Dunedin (279 words)

	Larnach Lodge - Otago - Otago Peninsula Accommodation New Zealand NZ. (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Larnach Lodge - Otago - Otago Peninsula Accommodation New Zealand NZ.
		Larnach Lodge is a new recreation of a colonial farm building set in the gardens and grounds of award winning Larnach Castle.
		Room rate includes breakfast in the historic Stables, complimentary entrance to Larnach Castle during opening hours and a chance to dine in NZs only Castle - must be booked by 5pm.
	www.bluecastle.co.nz /accommodation-489.htm (422 words)

	Larnach's Camp
		But it is of course for his home, that the locals dubbed Larnach's Castle that became his greatest legacy.On a walk one day around the Otago Peninsula, young nine year old Donald Larnach, excitedly showed his father the breath taking view of both the Pacific and the harbor of Dunedin offered from the hilltop.
		All in all the castle was a display of beauty and power, containing all the most precious woods that the world could offer.
		Stepping into the foyer, Larnach had a mosaics placed, one held by two cats, dubs the place 'The Camp' while the other is a grumpy looking wildcat with the motto 'sans peur'.
	www.suite101.com /article.cfm/new_zealand_history/34377/2 (355 words)

	Dunedin, South Island New Zealand. Dunedin, Otago Peninsula, Larnach Castle, Otago University, The Octagon, eco-tours
		Dunedin was once New Zealand's largest and most prosperous city, and the elaborate stonework of many inner city buildings is a testament to the city's former wealth.
		Larnach Castle, on the Otago Peninsula, is a prime example of the exuberant wealth of the early days.
		New Zealand's only castle, it was built by the wealthy eccentric politician JWM Larnach, in 1871.
	www.fourcorners.co.nz /new-zealand/dunedin (415 words)

	Larnach Castle Project Site (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Today Larnach Castle is an icon of New ealand History and a popular visitor attraction.
		Larnach Castle is privately owned by the Barker family, who have made it their private conservation project since they bought the Castle in 1967.
		Larnach Castle 1967-today - The Barker Family's conservation project
	www.geocities.com /sophiebarkernz/index.html (89 words)

	► Larnach Castle Lodge Dunedin NZ Hotel
		Low rise Colonial Farm lodge, set in Larnach Castle grounds, surrounded by thirty-five acres of gardens.
		Larnach Castle was built from 1871 over a period of 5 years, by 200 builders.
		A Scottish Baron, William Larnach, wanted to created a bit of Scotland in this far away land.The Castle is full of Antiques and historical mementos.
	www.discover-new-zealand.com /hotel-info-14919.htm (154 words)

	New Zealand Museums - View Museum Detail (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		William Larnach had been a Cabinet Minister for 25 years at the time of his death by suicide in a committee room in Parliament.
		He built this Castle for his beloved first wife, Eliza Jane Guise, a descendant of French nobility.
		Today the castle is the home of the Barker family, who have spent more than 30 years lovingly restoring the building and re-creating the beauty of the gardens and grounds.
	www.nzmuseums.co.nz /MuseumDetail.asp?MuseumID=141 (143 words)

	Larnach Castle \| Museum/Attraction Review \| Dunedin \| Frommers.com
		Larnach Castle may be small by European standards, but it's clear William Larnach had more than a simple bungalow in mind when he set about constructing this marvelous edifice in 1871.
		Larnach came to New Zealand from Australia in the late 1860s to set up the first Bank of Otago.
		He later became a Member of Parliament, but with three marriages behind him and a family history dotted with scandal and misfortune, he committed suicide in the Parliament Buildings in Wellington.
	www.frommers.com /destinations/dunedin/A30677.html (366 words)

	Tours of Dunedin Taxis (1965) Ltd (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Construction began in 1871 and 200 workmen spent 3 years on the shell of the building, and another 12 years on the interior.
		In Larnach’s day there were 46 servants to look after 43 rooms, and 35 acres of garden.
		Larnach Castle — This stands on the Hill known as "Peggy’s Hill (an early settler had a pet cow which died on top of this hill so he called it "Peggy’s Hill")
	www.dunedintaxis.co.nz /tours.htm (1188 words)

	Larnach Lodge \| Hotel Review \| Dunedin \| Frommers.com
		Larnach Castle provides an imposing backdrop to the lodge's 12 spacious, themed rooms, which all have magnificent views.
		(There are no lodgings in the castle itself.) The Gold Rush Room features a king-size bed made from an old cart found on the castle grounds, complete with four huge wheels and the driver's seat and brakes attached to the end.
		There's a hint of the Wild West about it that doesn't quite fit the elegance of the rest of the lodge and castle.
	www.frommers.com /destinations/dunedin/H43832.html (239 words)

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