Carolands Chateau

Jenen Tan

Free guided tour is available every Wed afternoon by lottery. I had planned to go last year but unfortunately the tour was cancelled due to COVID-19. The tour is now back running and the tour I went with was full (20 people). The guide was very knowledgeable and passionate and you can learn a lot about the history and architect in the 2-hour tour. No photography is allowed inside the house but you can take pictures at the end of the tour outside. I would appreciate more free time at the end to stroll around the property, but unfortunately that's not allowed and you have to stay with the group pretty much the whole time.

from Clark

In college, I drove Countess Tolstoy from her “home” at the Fairmont Hotel down to Chateau Carolands then owned by Countess Lillian Dandini. Lillian was a gracious hostess and lovely lady. Took many photos of my My 54 Cadillac Limo in front of the Chateau...and my 85 Eldorado Biarritz Convertible recently..great memories indeed.

Christine C

Fun and informative tour; I learned so much from architect/tour guide Allen about how to incorporate French design elements into home decor using soft lighting, earth toned colors, balance, symmetry. What a treasure that has been preserved for many yesterday to come.

Mariano Curat

Amazing free tour of one of the most beautiful homes in the Bay Area. You'll need to go online and put your name on the monthly lottery, worth the wait! The docents are very knowledgeable and the remodeling work done to tell house is stunning.