You don’t have to leave the country to feel like you’ve stepped into a storybook.
But you don’t have to travel abroad to find majestic structures fit for royalty.
Here are 22 of the most beautiful castles in the United States.
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But the property’s most notable treasure is its 123 acres of gardens and Pacific Ocean views.
Its location right off thePacific Coast Highwaymakes it a popular stop that lives up to the hype.
Commissioned by Cornelius Vanderbilt II, the Italian Renaissance-style mansion was completed in 1895.
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Plus, there’s no entry fee, and it boasts impressive views of the surroundingSan Isabel National Forest.
Devastated by a 1969 fire, the atmospheric ruin now welcomes visitors who book ferry or kayak tours.
TheBelvedere Castleis built on the second-highest natural point in Central ParkVista Rock.
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Climb the steep steps inside the tower for an even more expansive view of the park.
While its temple-front portico is a sight to behold, its ornate rooms are even more impressive.
Dream of sipping a glass of wine from a castle perch?
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This is your spot.
Today, visitors can tour the home and 5.5-acre grounds, including a garden with seasonal floral displays.
Smithsonian Castle, Washington, D.C. ## Searles Castle, Windham, New Hampshire
Its no surpriseSearles Castleis a popular venue for weddings.
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Dating from 1915, the property has changed hands over the years and previously served as a school.
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