Nottoway History
That Nottoway survived through the Civil War, a variety of owners, and disrepair to become one of the most visited plantations in the South is a testament to its original owner, John Hampden Randolph. The prestige of John Hampden Randolph's business successes left him wanting a "more fitting" home and plantation to honor his position and stature.
He acquired the land for his future castle in 1855, purchasing 400 acres of highland and 620 acres of swamp.Construction of Nottoway was completed in 1859 at an estimated $80,000. Nottoway has 64 rooms in its 3 floors, 6 interior staircases, 3 modern bathrooms, 22 massive square columns, 165 doors and 200 windows.
He acquired the land for his future castle in 1855, purchasing 400 acres of highland and 620 acres of swamp.Construction of Nottoway was completed in 1859 at an estimated $80,000. Nottoway has 64 rooms in its 3 floors, 6 interior staircases, 3 modern bathrooms, 22 massive square columns, 165 doors and 200 windows.