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)
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.
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.
At this time we are unable to accommodate events in the Castle.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Master Bed Room
- 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
- 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
- Private Hot Tub: Outdoor with piped in music
- Private Pool: 5000 Gallon pool next to the house
- Pool Table
- 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
- Refrigerator: full size sub zero refrigerator and separate sub zero freezer
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric 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
- Mountain View: Gorgeous views of Mount Monadnock from the north side
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet: HughesNet Satalitte, decent download speeds but upload seems to be no better than Dial-up. No movie downloads.
- 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: 25 years or older
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- 27 hole PDGA disc golf course. The property has a huge front lawn great for soccer, football or frisbee. In the winther the hill down to the lawn is perfect for tubbing even at night with the lights. The 20+kilometers of ski trails are funn 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, $5500/week
All holiday weekends require a 3 night minimum, $3750/3 nights
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 dam is under repair so the lake is currently a beautiful meadow fed by several brooks that can be used to venture through with our paddle boats and kayaks. Further out there is more water that is available for using the boats we provide 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.
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
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