Torontonians describe this house perched atop a hill as a rich man's folly. At a cost of more than Can$3.5 million in 1917, Sir Henry Pellatt (made wealthy by the stock market) built this castle estate as a gift for his wife. At the time, the location was considered countryside—it's now just minutes from downtown. Explore the 17th-century Scottish baronial-style architecture, the elegantly furnished rooms, towers, secret passageways, gardens and stables. Daily 9:30 am-5 pm, with the last admission at 4 pm. Closed 25 December. Can$17 adults, Can$11 children ages 14-17 and seniors, Can$9.25 children ages 4-13. 1 Austin Terrace (take the University-Spadina subway line to Dupont and then walk north on Spadina Road), Toronto. Phone 416-923-1171. http://www.casaloma.org.
