The castle was built by Nelson Gilbert Reynolds, Sheriff of Ontario County, as a private residence in 1859.

The Methodists of that day were very interested in establishing higher learning institutions for young women.

founder of the Dominion Bank, a local politician and businessman (with 5 daughters of his own) supported this idea.

Sanderson and Holden were instrumental in raising the money and shares for the purchase of the castle and the establishment of Ontario Ladies' College.

[2] The building has also appeared in other films such as The Vow, starring Channing Tatum, Detroit Rock City, Strike!, The Skulls, and I Shall Never Forget.