Monthly Archives: September 2011
Live life like a lord in New Zealand’s only castle | CNNGo.com
Dunedin’s 19th-century Lanarch Castle brings the Old World to the South Island Unless you’re a bona-fide British blue blood, Madonna or one of the Beckham soccerball clan, it’s unlikely you can boast, “Hey plebs — y’know, I stayed in a castle last night, huh?” Well, to that roll call of riches, go ahead and add … Continue reading
The Anne Boleyn Files » Sudeley Castle
Posted By Claire on September 13, 2011 Sudeley Castle, situated in the Cotswolds, near Winchcombe, Gloucestershire, is a must-see for Tudor history enthusiasts with its beautiful gardens, its history, which spans over a thousand years; its 16th century west wing and its church, which is the resting place of Catherine Parr, sixth wife of King … Continue reading
$74 million Palm Beach Mansion | Haute Living Magazine
Haute Estate: Palm Beach Mansion Listed for $74 Million Posted By Alison Agudo on September 13th, 2011 Photography by Unique Homes | Tropical 7107 Islands A French-chateau-style mansion in Palm Beach has just hit the market for $74 million, making it the most expensive listing currently in the area. The 20,000-square-foot waterfront estate was shopped … Continue reading
Aquinas College haunted mansion once was lodging spot for Teddy Roosevelt | MLive.com
GRAND RAPIDS — Not every college’s administrative offices were slept in by an American president, were visited by another as a young man, and spawned legends of apparitions and hauntings that persist despite all evidence to the contrary. You might say that Aquinas College, which is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year, has a lot … Continue reading
Vermilion mansion for $19.5 million? Estate was home to Donald Brown, inventor of the drop ceiling | cleveland.com
VERMILION, Ohio — One of Northeast Ohio’s most unusual – and at $19.5 million, priciest – homes is for sale, offering well-heeled buyers a shot at 160 acres of lakefront property. The Waterwood Estate features several rotating floors, two indoor pools, a private marina and a helicopter landing pad — helicopter sold separately. Built in … Continue reading
Public pulls back the curtain at Yaddo Mansion
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Famous artists from around the world for decades have come to Yaddo searching for inspiration — and on Sunday, the private artist’s retreat was open to the public. The opportunity to tour several buildings on the 450-acre property was too great for many to miss, and all 1400 tickets for the tours … Continue reading
Ames Mansion celebrates 100th – Boston.com
The 20-room, 22,000-square-foot mansion was built 100 years ago for the politically and academically prominent Ames family. The Gilded Age home and its 1,700-acre estate were acquired by the state in 1969. The 300-member Friends of Borderland have been preparing the centennial for a year, said committee cochairman Ken Wood, of Easton. “All this is … Continue reading
Trip back to 17th century | This is Plymouth
TRAVEL back in time and learn about life in the 17th century with two special events being held this weekend. The ruins of Longstone Manor at Burrator Reservoir will be brought to life as visitors are given the chance to view artifacts from the era and take part in an art workshop to create an … Continue reading
French Castle for Sale in the Loire Valley – Medievalists.net
19 Sep Medievalists.net |  September 19th,2011 | Features | Comments Off Chateau de Chanzé 11th century medieval castle Near Angers, France This French castle, which dates back to the 11th century, sits on five hectares of land and is currently operated as a bed and breakfast inn and restaurant. The property comes with four … Continue reading
Post Hotel, Lake Louise, Canada review | Swiss bliss deep in Rockies
Class act … Post Hotel. Michael Gebicki could be forgiven for confusing his Canadian lodge stay for a lederhosen-laden respite in the Alps. MOST travellers passing through the town of Lake Louise in the heart of the Canadian Rockies probably don’t spare more than a glance at the jumble of red roofs peeping through the … Continue reading