For a country rooted in rebellion, America's got no shortage of castles.
And some spectacular ones can be yours — including one in Denver.
Estately recently compiled a list of the most whimsical American castles for sale right now. Among the classically inspired structures highlighted is a Denver-area property designed by the architect behind the Oxford Hotel and the Cruise Room, which we first told you about in August.
Continue to see eight amazing properties, featuring Estately photos and text, as well as links to the complete listings. Click to see the original post.
Boise, Idaho
1700 East Warm Springs
5 beds
6.5 baths
5,845 sq ft
$581 per sq ft
$3,400,000
Live a fairy tale life of luxury in an extraordinary residence. Let your hair down as you sit on the rooftop turret overlooking the courtyard and foothills beyond. The best is yet to come, with whole house geothermal radiant heat flooring, iron gated entrances, Idaho sandstone walls, portcullis, towers, and one of a kind everything you can imagine. Entertain with style at the rooftop terrace using torch lights, fire pit, hot tub, kitchen, bar area that seats 6 and a green house. A fantastical dream come true.
Cornwall, Connecticut
61 Castle Road
7 beds
7.3 baths
8,412 sq ft
$713 per sq ft
1921 build
$6,000,000
Enchanting, petite castle nestled beside a tumbling trout brook with ponds and waterfalls on 200 acres. Unlike the castles of yore, this snug, comfortable country home is ideal for a romantic retreat from city stress. As well as the elegant main house there is a guest house with a "secret garden" and a heated pool, a gate house with 4 bedrooms, a spacious 3 stall stable, a chauffeur's 2 bedroom apartment and a 6 car heated garage.
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
900 Adams Castle Drive
7 beds
6.4 baths
12,000 sq ft
$233 per sq ft
$2,300,000
"The Adams Castle" a treasured Landmark. Enter through the gates of this 2.2 acre estate on brick paved motor court with a magnificent fountain. French Normandy Style Tudor, built 1928, architect Richard Marr, has been coveted by many. Elegant living room and dining room seating 14+ overlook the pool and exquisitely manicured gardens. The solarium has floor to ceiling marble with ornate silver leaf ceiling. Poggenpohl kitchen. Lower level features a ballroom, billiard room, wet bar, game room and sauna. Over 12,000 square feet including the 2 bedroom, 2 bath carriage house, pool house with its own kitchenette, his and her changing areas with baths. Home is museum quality from its imported fireplaces, rare marbles, hand carved woodwork, fresco ceilings, plaster relief crown moldings, gold and silver leafing, stained glass, extensive use of Pewabic tile. Whole house generator. The list is far too extensive to capture the grandeur of this property!
Wichita, Kansas
1155 North River Boulevard
17 beds
17.5 baths
13,457 sq ft
$260 per sq ft
$3,500,000
Located in Wichita, KS, Campbell Castle was designed by architect Alfred Gould of Boston in 1886. The 10,457 SF Castle and 3,000 SF Carriage House have a total of 17 bedrooms, 16 bathrooms and 3 half baths. The first floor includes a formal foyer, turret room, formal dining room, sitting room, library, breakfast room, solarium, commercial kitchen and butler’s pantry. In 1973 the castle was entered on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
Continue to see four more American castles for sale, including one in Denver.
Warrenton, Virginia
8871 Rogues Road
6 beds
7 baths
$2,199,000
Historic and majestic Melrose Castle is a Virginia landmark located in the Casanova Hunt area of Fauquier County, less than 1 hour from Washington, DC. A 9000 sqft historic home on 50 private, wooded acres of solitude and 4 miles of trails for hiking, horseback or ATVs. Extensive grounds work and modern infrastructure improvements were completed in 2015. Ready for the final phase of renovation
Mountain Center, California
60475 Scenic Drive
2 beds
2 baths
2,626 sq ft
$121 per sq ft
$320,000
A property as unique as the area it resides in. Like a castle, nicknamed by its owner as The Sandcastle, it sits atop the mountain on just under 3 acres of land. Overlooking the community of Pinyon Crest and the Coachella Valley with higher elevation of approx 4300 ft or higher with temperatures from 10-15 degrees cooler than desert floor. HOA dues are $990.00 per year. Association maintains the roads and the many water wells. Water is metered and paid by homeowner. Anza Electric is a co-op electric company. The property is very rustic with three unique fireplaces, a front courtyard and some rather unique windows, you won't see in many homes. A formal dining room with floor to ceiling windows, that look out on the entire area. If you'd like more information please contact agent. To see this property you must have an appointment with listing agent. Tenant Occupied.
Gatlinburg, Tennessee
345 Greystone Heights
7 beds
10 baths
32,000 sq ft
$121 per sq ft
$3,900,000
Filled with amazing energy and good vibes, this iconic Gatlinburg landmark is one of the largest homes in Tennessee and has THE best views in the Smokies. Known simply as ''The Castle," this highly secure mansion sits just above downtown Gatlinburg with a head-on view of Mount LeConte. The Castle has a storied history of grand parties, hosting many high level business, entertainment and political celebrities. Its mysterious past is filled with intrigue and stories that have circulated around the South for decades.
Denver, Colorado
1790 Forest Parkway
6 beds
3.25 baths
4,852 sq ft
9,300 sq ft lot
$391 per sq ft
$1,900,000
Forest Parkway — the most sought after street with a park like setting in all of Metro Denver — quiet with very little traffic. Custom built 1931 Mansion by Architect Gilbert Charles Jaka of Cruise Room — Oxford Hotel fame. Beautiful corner lot with mature established landscaping. Great indoor outdoor living with large covered patio accessible through several sets of french doors. The backyard has a water feature and easily manageable gardens. The large living room features custom wall designs, beams and a remarkable gas log fireplace — perfect for entertaining.