Singer Castle
A Scottish-style castle on Dark Island on the American side, with secret doors, hidden passages, and original furnishings, making it the most mysterious mansion in the Thousand Islands.
Singer Castle was built between 1902 and 1905 and was originally named Heather Park. It was built for Frederick Bourne, president of the Singer Sewing Machine Company. It stands on Dark Island on the American side and is the only castle in the Thousand Islands that has been preserved in its original state, never abandoned or rebuilt. The interior retains its original furniture and features secret doors, hidden passages, and eavesdropping peepholes, and guided tours take visitors through these concealed corridors. Access is by tour boat from Brockville, Rockport, or Hammond on the American side. You will also need to clear US entry, and the castle suits visitors who want a deeper look beyond Boldt Castle.
Opening hours
Approx. mid-May to mid-Oct (with cruises)
Nearby sights
- Boldt Castle
- Thousand Islands National Park
- 1000 Islands Tower
- Thousand Islands Cruises
- Gananoque
- Jones Falls Lockstation
- Wolfe Island
- Kingston Mills Locks