Author Archives: Castles of the Realm
Château de Vétraz | Clara Franceschetti
Near Geneva, an idyllic escape full of medieval history lists The Château de Vétraz witnessed two battles in 1332 and in 1591 October 09, 2016 03:00PM Vétraz-Monthou, France Worried about the potential results of the November election? Need an international getaway just in case? Then consider this French chateau. An idyllic estate, known as Château … Continue reading
Autumn getaway: A visit to the lovely small town of Zedelgem, Belgium – Global Times
The Loppem Castle Photo: Sindy Chan Autumn has always been my favorite season for traveling Europe by train. This year has been even better than most. My 15+2 days Eurail Global Pass sent me to a diversity of European towns and cities such as Johann Sebastian Bach’s birthplace Eisenach, the Grimm brothers’ hometown of Kassel … Continue reading
‘Brisbane’s most exclusive home’ hits the market – Domain
A property billed as “Brisbane’s most exclusive home” has hit the market. Perched on the precipice of Kangaroo Point cliffs, the views from 1 Leopard Street are arguably the most spectacular in all of Brisbane. With 71.7 metres of uninterrupted direct city and river view frontage, the architecturally designed three-level house is nestled in among some … Continue reading
Fancy an Alabama mansion with a guitar-shaped driveway? – Domain
There’s living large, and then there’s living, well, supersized. For as little as $US4 million ($5.27 million) one lucky buyer could pick up 7 Montagel Way in Shoal Creek, Alabama – with its 15 bedrooms, 19 bathrooms, 12 fireplaces, 25-seat home theatre, 2000-bottle wine cellar, 12-car garage, pool with a waterfall and equestrian centre. And, from the air, a giant tree-lined driveway … Continue reading
Local castle plays host to fairy-tale events – Houston Chronicle
Photo: Jerry Baker, Freelance The Chateau Cocomar, owned by Karen and Wayne Martin, is primarily used for weddings, sometimes by celebrities. The couple also spends $75,000 a year to host a Christmas party there for underprivileged children. The Chateau Cocomar, owned by Karen and Wayne Martin, is primarily… When Houston rapper Bun B threw a … Continue reading
Emilia Clarke’s Incredible New Mansion Is Fit For A Khaleesi
It’s no King’s Landing, but Emilia Clarke’s new California home is still pretty awesome. Aside from international fame and getting to mess around with dragon props all day, being a regular on “Game of Thrones” has one massive perk: tons of cold, sweet cash. And although I don’t know exactly how much Emilia makes on … Continue reading
Enlighten Me: Breathing new life into the University and Whist Club | Delaware First Media
Private club across the country have been in decline for decades. But there are still some locally trying to buck those trends, including the University and Whist Club in Wilmington. The club, which has roots reaching back to the late 1800’s, is trying to reinvigorate itself under new ownership. Delaware Public Media contributor Eileen Dallabrida … Continue reading
Munster Mansion – Waxahachie, Texas | Atlas Obscura
Many people loved the ’60s TV show “The Munsters,” a kind of lower-class version of “The Addams Family,” but few loved them as much as Charles and Sandra McKee. Charles and Sandra McKee have spent the last nine or so years turning their Victorian home into a nearly perfect replica of the famous ’60s sitcom … Continue reading
University of Alabama Phi Mu chapter unveils its brand-new $13million house | Daily Mail Online
Published: 13:40 EST, 14 October 2016 | Updated: 15:46 EST, 14 October 2016 Not all sororities are created equal, as shown by the University of Alabama Phi Mu chapter’s brand-new $13million house. Last January, the sisters moved out of their old home on the outskirts campus, so it could be demolished and replaced with a … Continue reading
Dream Home: This mock tudor mansion has its own pool – Hinckley Times
Summer swimming parties would be the order of the day if you purchased this mock tudor mansion. The Old Manor House is described by estate agents House Network as a “uniquely magnificent mansion”, set in a quiet country lane, back from the Tamworth Road, one of Coventry’s most prestigious and sought after locations and surrounded … Continue reading