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Located in the historic district of Toledo's Old West End on Collingwood Boulevard, for years known as "Avenue of Churches", this magnificent 10,000 square foot mansion was designed by Edward O. Fallis for Charles Reynolds in 1887. Mr. Reynolds was a prominent banker and grain merchant in the Toledo area. It is graced with terra cotta ridge caps, corked brick, feathered slate and a griffin on the roof. Ownership passed to Leroy Ludwig, then to Jay Secor in 1904. The Mansion holds an award for its historical value and quality of preservation and is listed on the National Historic Register. On site workman spent nearly 2 years fashioning this spectacular estate.
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Mansion View in Winter |
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The Grand Staircase |
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Mansion View in the Spring |
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Our rooftop griffin guards the house |
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An early photo of Mansion View Inn |
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Acknowledgements
The historic Mansion View Inn and it’s Board of Directors are grateful for the continuing support of many individuals and especially our generous corporate benefactors, Libbey Glass, Pratt & Lambert Paint, Painters Supply and Schramm’s Flowers.
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Enter through large leaded glass doors to the Italian marble entryway opening to an ornately carved grand hallway. The towering ceilings are quarter sawn red oak and are reminiscent of a European castle. The Drawing Room, originally a library and formal parlor, was remodeled in 1905 in the Macintosh Arts & Crafts style with 13 foot ceilings and exposed walnut beams. The Grand Dining Room amazes visitors with its Honduran mahogany carved ceiling and paneling. The intricate stained glass windows depicting an outdoor garden scene highlight the 12 foot buffet. |
