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Timeless Elegance Meets Whimsical Charm in this $6M Storybook Castle in Los Angeles
A unique new listing in Los Angeles has some serious fairy tale vibes. Dubbed Chateau Lemoine, the stunning estate was originally constructed in 1926 and is a prime example of storybook architecture. Located in the beautiful Brookside neighborhood of Los Angeles, the extensively remodeled home features a list of luxurious features and endless period elements. […] More
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Casa Loma: The Canadian Castle with Countless Movie Credits
With soaring battlements and secret passageways, the one and only true castle in North America sits in the heart of Toronto, Ontario. And it’s a must-see when visiting the T-dot, especially for movie lovers. X-Men fans in particular will be quick to recognize the estate, as it served as a main filming location for Xavier […] More
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5 New York Castles That Will Make You Feel Like You’ve Traveled to Europe
Who amongst us hasn’t wondered at some point what it would be like to live in a castle? Whenever we visit a castle, we think of what it must have been like to live there, and imagine ourselves as king (or queen) of our domain. Then we unfortunately snap back to reality and go about […] More
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Where Does Tina Turner Live Now? Her Swiss House and $76 Million ‘Weekend Retreat’
Living in Europe for decades, Tina Turner has been setting up shop in Switzerland since the mid-2000s Before that, she built a dream house for herself in the south of France, which she sold to follow husband Erwin Bach to Zürich Her home is Chateau Algonquin, a magnificent estate which sits on Lake Zürich that […] More
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The Downton Abbey House is Real – And You Can Go Tour the Castle
It’s been quite a few years since the dramatic finale tied up the loose ends of the award-winning Downton Abbey British TV series. This extraordinary period drama invited us all into the ‘upstairs downstairs’ world of the 1900s and had nearly 10 million bums on couches every single week. And while there doesn’t seem to […] More
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New Jersey’s Gloria Crest Estate, Once Home to Hollywood Silent Film Starlet, Is on the Market
There’s a certain charm that’s specific to Old Hollywood. And this sprawling estate that used to belong to Sunset Boulevard actress Gloria Swanson is a fit display of the elegance and sophistication of those times. The Gloria Crest Estate in Englewood, New Jersey was originally brought to market in 2013 with a hyper expensive price […] More
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In Colorado, $20 Million Will Buy You a Real-Life Castle Steeped in History
While on the West Coast, homes in the $20 million range compete in cutting edge amenities and intricate home design, heading to the Rocky Mountains introduces us to a whole new type of ultra-luxury: the type that comes with massive acreage and tons of history. That’s the case with Colorado’s iconic Redstone Castle — a […] More
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The Thrilling History of The Breakers, the Vanderbilts’ Iconic Summer Estate in Newport
With our feeds now being flooded with grim news reports, we thought it’d be good to distract ourselves by looking into the long, twisted history of an iconic property that has stood the test of time. You might already be familiar with The Breakers, a Beaux Arts masterpiece in Newport, Rhode Island, which was built […] More
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$18.9M Renaissance-Style Villa Just Outside of San Francisco is Looking for a New (Art-Loving) Owner
Opulence, elegance, extravagance; these are just some of the words that can be used to describe Villa La Sosta, a majestic Italianesque mansion in the Bay Area. Nestled behind lush trees at 2 De Witt Drive in Marin County’s coveted Ross neighborhood, the 8,660-square-foot property is San Francisco’s best-kept secret, and it’s looking for a […] More
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Christie’s 5 Most Expensive Homes Sold Last Quarter Each Have a Wonderful Story to Tell
Now, happy you’re here, but if I hooked you with that title and that description, I’m guessing you’re gonna want to get right into it. Christie’s International Real Estate is the luxury real estate arm of Christie’s, the fine art auction house. It was founded in 1995 and it has grown into a huge international […] More
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Is it Real? Richie Rich’s House is Actually the Biltmore Estate, America’s Largest Home
Richie Rich is one of those movies that mark your childhood – it’s fun to watch, the storyline is predictable enough not to truly worry about its brave little protagonists, and it teaches us that no amount of money can make up for true friendship. Starring Macaulay Culkin as the richest kid in the world, […] More
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French Chateau Sports Great Architecture, Stunning Interiors, and a $2.3M Price Tag
Somewhere at the outskirts of Indianapolis, in a Traditional Neighborhood Development (TNA) known by the name of The Village of WestClay, lies a beautiful 10,000+ sq. ft. chateau quietly awaiting its next royal residents. The massive home comes with 5 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms, all of them highlighting the incredible attention to details the builders have bestowed […] More