Location: Rindge, Monadnock Region, New Hampshire, USA (20 Miles South of Keene, NH and 60 Miles West of Boston, MA) View Map
Accommodations: Castle, 7 Bedrooms + Library, 5.5 Baths (Sleeps 18-22)
Keywords: Castle,Lake,Private,Large
Enjoy this luxurious Castle, located atop of a hill in the middle of 500 acres with miles of walking and ski trails. We also have a wonderful outdoor hot tub and a 5000 gallon swimming pool. This Castle has plenty of recreation area as well the many acres of front lawn that sprawls out below this amazing structure. Enjoy hours of fun playing volleyball, soccer, baseball, and badminton. This extraordinary 11,000 sq. ft. castle has an incredible views of a beautiful lake and the breathtaking view of Mount Monadnock. Enjoy the solitude and the amazing sunsets on this gorgeous property in Rindge, New Hampshire. Great for a family vacation site, wedding overnight accommodations, family reunions, or retreats. The accommodations are for 22 people maximum with no exceptions and no wedding receptions.
This castle was built by owner and completed in 1995. The interior design is unique in it's secret stairways, slate and hardwood floors throughout. Gothic arches with faux stone walls are decorative of the interior hallways. A huge formal yet comfortable living room with faux marble and granite fireplace is offset with a gorgeous grand piano, nine foot ceilings and authentic tapestries with scrolled glass doors that open into a large Wedgwood style dining room donning a recessed ceiling with a lighted sunset. Crystal chandeliers with dimmers overlook a romantic Swedish marble fireplace with a Chippendale dining room table that seats up to 18 people. The decor continues throughout the home with a faux candle lit chandelier and a winding slate stairway.
The extensive kitchen, pantry, table and TV pit area are certainly large enough to keep everyone comfortably entertained in one large open space.
The second floor has 4 large beautifully decorated bedrooms; 2 of the bedrooms include a large study/TV/ recreation game area as well as a full sized bath. There is also 1 study off the Master bed room that has a trundle bed that opens into a king sized bed and faces the lake side. The Master bedroom is exquisitely decorated with a granite fireplace and 2 porch areas for views and relaxation. The Master bath has two sinks with a marble countertop,a pocket door for the toilet for privacy, with a double glass door shower for two that uses up to six showerheads at one time. The Third floor has two large bedrooms a full bath, and a huge Ballroom with three large arched windows with 2 comfortable futon couches for sleeping accommodations. A television with VCR and DVD player are also included with a huge video library in the back hallway.
The Basement has another Ballroom with a pool table, Dartboard and Poker Table. The mahogany bar was custom built to celebrate the millennium. There is even a secret door to the 65-foot tower.
The ideas for this exquisite home came from the owner who spent several years traveling throughout Europe venturing into many famous castles to put together a European flavor with a comfortable feel for a relaxing visit. The Castle is also energy efficient unique in it's solar design.
We strictly limit the amount of people in the castle for any event to 30 people in total.
However, due to relentless requests for WEDDINGS, we have decided to ONLY allow these events with several limitations:
We would allow weddings if the renter is willing to also rent tents and port a potties which can only be placed at either the beach or at the farm. We cannot allow the tents on the front lawn due to the damage that would occur to the grass.
The cost would be an additional $7,500 over above the rental period the renter chooses, and will be responsible for renting the tents and all other wedding costs. We will provide the electricity. There will also be a contract specific to weddings, to protect our property and hold the wedding couple responsible for any and all damages that could occur because of the wedding. The refundable damage deposit will be $1500.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed : Master Bedroom king and trundle king in green room
- Queen Bed : sleigh bed in blue room and high four poster bed on third floor
- Double Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub : Outdoor with piped in music
- Cable/Satellite TV : High definition 52 inch flat screen TV in family room and 50 inch HDTV in Master bedroom. Direct TV with all sports & premium channels.
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : Extensive with a variety of movies; a small blockbuster video store...
- Video Game Console
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : large variety of music
- Pool Table
- Private Pool : 5000 gallon 18' IMTEC above ground pool next to the house. Ok seems silly to have, but we really want you to use the lake.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : 6 burner gas stove with 1 full size gas oven & 1 full size electric convection oven, 2 dishwashers, extensive granite countertops, bar top with stools overlooking a family room pit area with HDTV, large kitchen table, pantry, 3 sinks in kitchen/pantry area.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Also dual KRUPS coffee maker, a Keruig K-cup and electric tea pot.
- Refrigerator : full size sub zero refrigerator and separate sub zero freezer
- Dishwasher (2)
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Enormous granite patio with chairs and side tables, chaise lounge chairs, table with umbrella and chairs.
- Balcony : All bedrooms on second floor with balconies (master bedroom has 2 balconies, both with water views and one with water and mountain views.
- View/Location
- Lakefront : 50+ acre private lake
- Mountain View : Gorgeous views of Mount Monadnock from the north side
- Golf Course View : $15 discount coupons for Shattuck in Jaffrey, NH.
- Ski-In : If you cross-country ski you, we provide 20 kilometers of skiing right here on the property.
- Ski-Out : We have several ski resorts near by. Watchusetts is 30 minutes away, Crotch Mt. is 40 minutes away, Pats peak is 50 minutes away and Sunapee MT is 70 minutes.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet : Microwave broadband decent download speeds but slower uploads. No movie downloads please.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Linksys through out the house with no encryption. Cell phone service is available outside or in the Kitchen TV pit only.
- Other Amenities
- Volleyball, Badminton, Soccer, Wiffle ball, 27 hole Disc Golf Course
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : first floor amenities without stairs.
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly : Cedarworks swingset
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 30 years or older
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Other Activities
- 27 hole PDGA disc golf course. The property has a huge front lawn great for soccer, football, wiffleball or frisbee. In the winter the hill down to the lawn is perfect for tubbing even at night with the lights. The 20+kilometers of ski trails are fun to walk when there is no snow on the ground and the lake has a cool animal path all the way around it.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$1250/night 2 night minimum, $6,750/week, All rentals require $775 deposit
3-nights $3,750 + 9% tax of $337.50,
4-nights $4,750 + $427.50 tax,
5-nights $5,750 + $517.50 tax,
6 nights $6,750 + $607.50 tax,
the 7th night is FREE! Our week rate is $6,750 plus tax.
All holiday weekends are a 3 night ($3,750) minimum stay except for the weeks of
Christmas or New Year's which is $10,000 for a week or $18,000 for the two weeks.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Unique Luxurious Gothic Castle with Views of 500 Acre Estate.
Year Purchased: 1995
Why the Owner Chose Rindge
The Cathedreal of the Pines is a must see located in Rindge 5 minutes away with beautiful gardens; a historical landmark you would not want to miss. In less than 30 minutes, one can venture to Mount Monadnock, the most climbed mountain in the world. For the first time climbers, Pack Monadnock , only 25 minutes drive (across from Temple Mountain), is also a great family climb for those who have younger children. The views are spectacular. The town of Fitzwilliam, approximately 10 minutes away, is famous for it's Antiques. The town of Peterborough ( approximately 20 minute drive or less) well known for the 'Peterborough Players" theatre house, was also the setting for the well known play "Our Town". It also has many cozy shops and wonderful restaurants. The bustling city of Keene is great for window shopping, fine dining, and entertainment. The Colonial Theatre in Keene, features plays with some well know actors, singers and comedians and is located on Main St. Twinkle Town miniature golf can also be enjoyed by all and is located between the towns of Rindge and Keene approximately 15 minutes away. Also, there are many lakes and state parks that are close by (not more than 20 minutes drive) for a great beach day.
The Unique Benefits at this Castle
We own 500 acres, have miles of walking and skiing trails, 53 acre private lake and a 27 hole PDGA disc golf course. The lake is fed by several brooks and we provide paddle boats and kayaks at no extra cost. The front of the house that looks down towards the lake has a huge front lawn set up for several day sports such as volleyball, badminton, soccer, softball, or wiffle ball. The many brooks are also found along the walking trails with maps for the adventurer and is a fun family outing with grassy areas for picnics and lounging. There a few really neat bridges throughout the trail system and some benches on the outer banks of the beach area. The wildlife is beautiful with blue herons, beavers, ducks and geese, along with the beautiful deer that come out into the fields at dusk and dawn. Enjoy a luxurious stay in a peaceful setting with lots of amenities.
Rentor's Private Beach with paddle boats & Kayaks. Includes beach chairs, life perservers and beach toys for kids.
Owner's Map of Rindge
Sunridge is a private solar community and we ask everyone to respect their privacy. Please drive slowly and carefully for the safety of the children who live on Sunridge Road. Our driveways are dirt roads, so extra care should be taken. Our address 165 Sunridge Road in Rindge, NH is the location of our mail box. The Castle is a half a mile away and to there on our driveway will require you to take a left at the Farm and a right at the fork at the bottom of the hill in which the Castle sits. Follow the telephone poles if you get confused.
Property Photos
-
- Fall - Rindge - Large Accommodations, Lakefront. Great for Weddings, Family Reunions, Retreats
-
- Master Bed Room looking out to the south side - Rindge - Large Accommodations, Lakefront. Great for Weddings, Family Reunions, Retreats
-
- The Bar, dance floor and pool table. - Rindge - Large Accommodations, Lakefront. Great for Weddings, Family Reunions, Retreats
-
- TV pit and Kitchen
-
- View from Driveway
-
- Jenny's Room
-
- Partial view of Living Room from Hallway
-
- Dining Room with sunset ceiling, recessed lighting & dimmers, marble fireplace
Traveler Reviews (31)
Perfect place for our family reunion
Guest: StephenJP
(Tenafly NJ)
Date of Stay: 11/13/09
Review Submitted: 01/02/10
The castle was all the we hoped for and more. The layout, particularly the living room (with grand piano) and the central staircase (with suit of armor) were fantastic--well appointed, lavishly decorated, and impeccably maintained, with plenty of books, games, and movies. The kitchen had all the amenities, including staples (we had brought our own, not knowing what to expect). We were 10 adults and 7 children. Even though it rained all weekend and we were essentially housebound, there was plenty of room for us to spread out, play, and socialize. (Ours was a family reunion, so that's how we wanted it. It was perfect for us.) We even used the jacuzzi outside and the kids had fun sliding down the hill. The bedrooms were wonderful and the playroom upstairs was great for the kids. We also got good use out of the pool table, darts, and poker table in the basement. It was extremely comfortable and everybody loved it. The owner was very gracious. He provided a one-page listing of restaurants, etc. in the area prior to our arrival. He was very appreciative of our treatment of the place (we were conscientious about cleaning) and happily and promptly refunded our deposit in full. The location, despite being just over the border from Massachusetts, is fairly remote. The property is grand, with great views. Outdoor activity is your best bet. I recommend mapping out directions very carefully in advance. We got lost despite having a navigation system, a printed Google map, and maps on an iphone. Some roads are minor or dirt, and not all systems recognize them. Once you know where you're going, it's not difficult.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, families with young children.
A very special place
Guest: Michael R.
Date of Stay: 01/20/12
Review Submitted: 01/29/12
I heartily recommend this house to anyone looking for a place that can accommodate a large group and still feel cozy. My friends and I - 16 adults and 8 kids 5 and under - rented the castle for a winter weekend retreat and had a blast. Every amenity we needed was there, as well as just enough magic to make it a memory that will last for years.
Recommended for:
Awesome Castle and Best 50th Birthday Ever!
Guest: Sheri J.
Date of Stay: 11/04/11
Review Submitted: 12/05/11
We had my husbands 50th surprise birthday at the castle. It was more then we ever imagined. When he first saw it coming over the gorgeous snow covered road, he thought we were staying there with many other people. So what a surprise when he learned we had the whole place to ourselves. We had about 21 people including kids in total and everyone had a blast. The kids loved running up and down the secret passages. We loved just sitting outside by the fire and looking at the gorgeous views. The kids even got to paddle boat and many of us took walks on the gorgeous property. We used a wonderful caterer to do our dinner and brunch and so it was just a great weekend. The inside furnishings are beautiful and all the bedrooms are lovely. Its a special place!! For anyone who wants to do something totally unique and have loads of fun and relaxation, this castle is for you. We will definitely be back!
Recommended for:
Yes, this is a modernly equipped Castle with incredible picture perfect opportunities
Guest: Lark T.
(-)
Date of Stay: 08/16/09
Review Submitted: 10/14/11
We went as part of a family vacation 18 months ago - my husband, me, our two kids, with my parents who rented the castle, my two brothers and their families and my sister. This place is perfect for adults AND kids, there is a secret stairway, as well as multiple game rooms (third floor and basement.) And the space to run or slide down the hill on snow toys, whether there is snow or not. This was the setting for our Late Summer vacation memory captured forever on video (and potential blackmail material for future fame.) The large play set, and the nice treks around the property provide wildlife glimpses and exercise for the needy. The TV room, multiple areas for gaming, videos, trampoline, trains, toys, offer actitivites for the couch potatoes. The second floor bedroom wing has its own TV room as well as spiral stair to the third floor play room and other bed rooms and areas. The kitchen has two refrigerators, AND a sunken area separated by a wall for videos / movies / tv so food preparation doesn't mean you don't get to be part of it all. The patio and casual dining are right off the kitchen and viewing room. There is a hottub. Remember to close it off - - the energy costs for this place must be outrageous, and the owners are clearly interested in making it work both for them and us, the renters (so help save some energy!) The rooms are lovely, we had the Master Bedroom Suite's ante-room, because we drew the short straw. So if you can imagine a beautiful bedroom being the worst, imagine how lovely the others are!! The reason I am writing this review now, I remembered one of the coolest things was the automated air system they set up to keep the house cool with solar reflective drapes and and air pull system. Now that we are planning to renovate our own castle in PA, I am hoping the owners will send us the information about how the system works, and how to go about installing one ourselves. If you can find an available time to rent this Castle, go for it! We used the casual table for meals, except our Castle Attire dinner, and the rest of the time, we left our quilting and craft projects there. This place would be perfect for any group that respects other peoples' property while having fun. This is not a place for drunken bachelor groups. It is a great place to make a family memory. If you can, arrange some lists for food ahead, as stores were about a 20 minute drive; the hosts were great about letting us 'borrow' and replace food items.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE! MORE THAN YOU COULD EVER IMAGINE
Guest: Sadie
(Plymouth MA)
Date of Stay: 10/07/11
Review Submitted: 10/11/11
A group of us stayed here just last weekend. Words cant even explain enough to what this place offers. If you thought it or wanted it, trush me it was there no matter your age! Thank you for opening your home to all of us. We didnt want to leave. Pictures honestly do not do it justice!!!!! You gave us a lifetime of incredible memories that we will all cherish! Thanks to you too Mike, you are one special guy!!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great place for a getaway
Guest: Michael G.
Date of Stay: 09/16/11
Review Submitted: 10/10/11
My group of friends and I recently had an outstanding weekend at the Castle. The house is amazing and surrounding property and views are incredable. We arrived on Friday and were greated by the caretaker who gave us a tour of the property ending on top of the tower with its views of the surrounding areas. we spent most of the weekend on the back patio taking advantage of the BBQ, firepit, and hot tub. We had a good size group and there was plenty of room for all of us. Plans are already in the works for a return trip with our families. I would highly recomend the Castle for anyone looking for a getaway location for their group.
Recommended for:
Best Family Reunion Location!!!
Guest: dean w.
Date of Stay: 08/13/11
Review Submitted: 09/06/11
Each year our family gets together for a family reunion. Our destinations have been very diverse. We all agreed this was our favorite place. Originally we planned to spend several of our days exploring NH and Mass. However, once we got to the "Castle" we didn't want to leave. Each day we played frisbee golf, swam in the lake, boated, went on hikes and numerous other activities. Mike, the caretaker, was great. He even "pulled some strings" and got the Rindge museum opened for us, one rainy day. All in all a wonderful week.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Incredibly Family Friendly
Guest: Maureen c.
Date of Stay: 08/18/11
Review Submitted: 08/27/11
I recently returned from a weeks stay at the castle. My parents rented the castle as a vacation destination for me, my sisters and our families. There were 10 adults and 9 kids (all under the age of 7). The castle was even better than we imagined after reading reviews and seeing pictures. I was nervous about bringing little kids to this luxurious home and we brought gates with us to block off rooms if necessary but it turned about to be amazingly kid friendly! The third floor playroom was enormous, and it had the biggest train table I have ever seen complete with thousands of legos which the kids loved. Not to mention the trampoline and the huge Disney video library. I was also hesitant when I heard that the caretaker comes by every day but once we met Mike we looked forward to him coming by with the paper every morning. He was a pleasure and it was great to have someone to answer questions as they came up. He told us about sledding down the big hill in front of the castle and I would say it was the biggest hit of the week! The kids LOVED it and some of the adults took a couple trips down too. I would also like to point out to anyone looking at renting the castle that the kitchen area is much bigger than it looks in the pictures. In addition to the kitchen table and stools at the island, the tv pit area has a counter around it with stools which were perfect for the kids. My only disappointment with our stay was not getting to use the gorgeous basement bar more often because we had such nice weather that we sat out around the fire pit every night. The castle was the perfect spot for our large family, plenty of room for everyone, and they provide everything and anything you think you might need. We are hoping to return!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
21st family reunion
Guest: Kelly A
(Melrose, Ma)
Date of Stay: 08/06/11
Review Submitted: 08/15/11
This year marks the 21st anniversary of my mom, 5 siblings, my in-laws and grandchildren vacationing together. The grandchildren have grown from 4 to 9 and this year we added the first great-grandchildren. Never in all the years of doing this have we had such wonderful accommodations as those provided by the castle. All of the previous reviews are true but can only touch on how wonderful and awe inspiring it is. We have never experienced such generosity in regard to linens, paper goods, toiletries, dry goods, toys and boats! Mike was very gregarious and helpful when we needed him. We stayed pretty much close to home as everything we needed was right there, but I would recommend seeing the Cathedral in the Pines. We also had 2 high school seniors in the group who took a day to visit some of the local colleges. I would definitely recommend Sunridge Castle to anyone.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Even better than advertised!
Guest: NYfam
(East Greenbush, NY)
Date of Stay: 07/26/11
Review Submitted: 08/08/11
My family just returned from a 3 night stay at the castle. Based on the information on the website about the castle, we had fairly high expectations for our visit. The castle in every area actually exceeded all of these high expectations. We found it a great place for children of all ages and an equally great place for adults. We have been on many short family excursions and our trip to the castle would have to rank as one of our best. Whether your desire is to be adventurous and play in the gorgeous 500 acres or just relax by the castle, your desires will be easily met. The castle was impecably clean, obviously quite unique, but at the same time, extremely comfortable to the point where you almost felt like you were at home. Any questions we had before hand were graciously answered by the owner, and while at the castle, the caretaker was very helpful, but in no way obtrusive. Overall, I would highly recommend the castle to any group of adults looking to do a unique get together, but I would recommend it even more to families as it was extremely children friendly. On our trip back home, the kids were already planning a return visit.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
First (10) of (31). View all Reviews | Write a Review
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #234944
There have been visitors to this page since the counter was
last reset in .
This listing was first published here in 2009.
Date last modified - Monday, November 14, 2011
