Hearst Castle: Building The Dream

VHS, 40 minutes, SLINGSHOT / EREALBIZ

On a hilltop overlooking the Pacific Ocean, craftsman labored nearly 28 years to relize the dreams of one man, William Randolph Hearst. "La Cuesta Encantada" was Hearst's romantic name for his palatial estate on a rocky knoll of the Santa Lucia Mountains. His vision was inspired by his many trips to Europe's finest castles. From this unique blen of European influences rose an architectural masterpiece which Hearst furnished with priceless art treasures from around the world. See the spectacular European castles and art treasures which influenced its creation. Join the continuous flow of famous house guests and the extravegent parties hosted by newspaper publisher, William Randolph Hearst. See the dramatic beauty of "Hearst Castle"- "Building The Dream." A magnificent estate with gardens, terraces, pools and walkways spanning 127 acres.