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Unique Luxurious Gothic Castle, gorgeous views of lake/mountain 500 acre estate!
- castle11000 sq. ft.
- Sleeps: 22
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 5
- Half Baths: 1
- Min Stay: 2–4 nights
8 bedrooms,5 full baths,1 half bath, sleeps max: 22-Castle ALL air-conditioned!
Bedrooms
Playroom
Sewing Room
Tyler's Room
Jenny's Room
Guest Bedroom
3rd Floor Ballroom
Library
Master Bedroom
Lizzie's Room
The Master bedroom, is a beautiful room that is immense in size with 2 porches, a granite working fireplace and a built in high four poster bed. It is featured in the photos, and has an adjoining large master bathroom, and views of both Monadnock Mountain and the water. The Guest Bedroom and Master bedrooms have private baths and DirectTV receivers. The 2 other bedrooms have double beds with pullout couches, and a shared full bath. The first floor Library has a full size bed used for handicapped accessible, however, the bathroom on that floor is a 1/2 bath. The third floor ballroom has two futon couches, with a queen sized bed in a private playroom area, and a separate bedroom with a double bed and a pull out couch. Both areas share a full sized bath. These areas are still used by our large family when they are visiting, and were the original bedrooms for our children when they were growing up. We hope that you find them as comfortable as we do!
Amenities
Featured
- Children Welcome
- No Smoking
- Heater
- Washer & Dryer
- TV
- Satellite or cable
- Air Conditioning
- Internet
- Fireplace
- Parking
- Hot Tub
- Swimming pool
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 5, Half Baths: 1
- First FloorToilet
- BasementToilet, shower
- Guest BathToilet, combination tub/shower
- Kids BathroomToilet, combination tub/shower2 sinks
- Third FloorToilet, combination tub/shower
- Master BathToilet, shower6 Shower heads & 2 sinks
- The Master Shower is marble and big enough for two!
Safety features
- Fire extinguisherOn ever floor in the "Elevator Closet"
- Carbon-monoxide detectorFurnace Room & Kitchen
- Exterior lighting
- Deadbolt lock
- First-aid kitPantry Cabinet
- Smoke detector
Location Type
- Beach
- Waterfront
- Lake
- Golf Course View$15 discount coupons for Shattuck in Jaffrey, NH.
- Mountain ViewGorgeous views of Mount Monadnock from the north side
- Ski in/Ski outWe have several ski resorts near by. Watchusetts is 30 minutes away, Crotchet Mt. is 40 minutes away, Pats peak is 50 minutes away and Sunapee MT is 70 minutes.
General
- Telephoneseveral telephones throughout castle
- Air ConditioningAC for first (NEW), second and third floors.
- Heatingpassive solar heating with wood chip heating system serviced by caretaker
- Linens ProvidedAll linens provided and all beds are made. Towels are provided for each bedroom with extra beach towels in the second floor linen closet (2).
- Washing MachineNew commercial washer and dryer for renter's use.
- Clothes DryerNew commercial washer and dryer for renter's use.
- Fireplacelivingroom, dining room and master bedroom all gas fireplaces turned on with remote control. Also candles throughout L/R area also remote control for ambience with dimming.
- Parking10 cars or less total. $100 extra for any additional cars.Large driveway
- fax
- InternetHigh speed fiber with wireless access through out the house.
- Towels ProvidedAll towels provided.
- Fitness Room/EquipmentTreadmill machine on 4th floor with weights and TV. Also stationary bicycle.
- Wireless Internet
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Paper Towels
- Shampoo
- Basic Soaps
- Toilet Paper
- Living RoomGas fireplace with sunset lighting with dimmer and seating for 18.
Kitchen
- DishwasherTwo dishwashers, one conveniently located in pantry area, close to the formal dining room and one in the kitchen area next to the large sink and dish area. Two dishwashers 1 in pantry & 1 in kitchen
- Refrigeratorfull size sub zero refrigerator and separate sub zero freezer in pantry with full sized sink. Refrigerator in basement bar area.
- Stove6 burner Five Star gas stove with area for griddle use.
- Oven2 ovens: one convection oven and one FiveStar oven with 6 burner gas stove.
- Microwaveone microwave built into cabinet space area beside bar sink, up next to cabinets.
- Grill
- Kitchenette
- Coffee MakerKeurig coffee maker and double coffee maker as well.
- Toaster4 slice toaster in kitchen area and toaster oven in pantry close to formal dining room area
- Blender
- Coffee Grinder
- Ice Maker
- Lobster Pot
- Pantry Items Staples with glassware in open glassed cabinets. sink in pantry
- Dishes & UtensilsEverything you need- every day silverware, 3 sets of dishes, several coffee mugs, glassware above bar sink in kitchen and above entire pantry on left in glassed in cabinets.
- KitchenExtensive Kitchen/TV pit area w/ open concept including large table, marble countertops throughout, tons of cabinet space, bar area above surrounding TV pit, 2 stoves (see below), 2 icemakers
- Kettle
Dining
- Seating for 18 people
- Dining Room
- Child's Highchair
- DiningDining room table sits 18, and Kitchen table accommodates 6/
Entertainment
- TelevisionAlong with the TV in the family room there are also TV's in the Master Bedroom and 2 Guest Bedrooms, plus TV on 3rd floor in ballroom and TV in basement bar area
- Satellite/CableHigh definition 52 inch flat screen TV in family room and 50 inch HDTV in Master bedroom. Direct TV with all sports & premium channels.
- StereoStereo system surround sound with drawers full of movies (all ages) and music in the pit area on first floor.
- DVD PlayerDVD on all floors except the basement. Stereo in the basement.
- Booksfirst floor library and third floor hallway has an immense number of books for all ages. Also in some of the bedrooms are kids/young adult books.
- Foosball
- Game RoomPool table professional size, Foos Ball table, Ping pong table full size, dart board, card table with a variety of games in the Man/Woman Cave in basement.
- GamesSeveral board games, Professional wooden carved pool table, Foos Ball table, ping pong table full size, Dart Board, Card table and much more.
- Games for Kids
- Music LibraryExtremely large variety of music for all ages.
- Ping Pong Table
- Pool TableProfessional pool table in basement (the man/woman cave) with exquisite carved wood on the legs. Parental supervision with this. A protective cover for longevity of the table.
- ToysThird floor playroom with trampoline, huge lego table and many board games. Also doll houses, horse barn and accessories. Dress up bench full of costumes for those interested!
- Video LibraryExtensive with a variety of movies; a small blockbuster video store...
- Video Games3rd floor TV area on bookshelf aside TV.
Outside
- Lawn/GardenHuge lawn for all sports activities. Cedarworks huge wooden play set for kids with swings, slide, house, climbing, etc. Always a hit! Hill in back of house for sledding in winter. Use at your own risk
- BalconyAll bedrooms on second floor with balconies (master bedroom has 2 balconies, both with water views and one with water and mountain views.
- Kayak/CanoeSit and standup kayaks, and a canoe
- BoatPaddle boards SUPS, rowboats, canoe, paddle- boats, kayaks, and 2 sailboats. All life preservers and paddles, extra chairs etc. in shed on beach provided.
- Beach Chairs
- Beach Towels
- Deck/PatioEnormous granite patio with chairs and side tables, chaise lounge chairs, tables with umbrellas and chairs.
- Outdoor Furniture
- Ski & Snowboard500 acres of groomed cross country ski trails in winter and hiking trails in fall, spring and summer. Downhill skiing ( Mt. Wachusett) just 1/2 hour away. Crotched and Pats Peak 45 minutes away.
- TennisPublic tennis courts are 10 minutes away.
- GolfThere are several golf courses near by, wit a discount coupon for Shattuck in Jaffrey, NH. We also offer our Hunt Mean 19 Disc Golf course on the premises!
- Fire pit
Pool / Spa
- Outdoor Pool
- Heated Pool
- Private Pool5000 gallon 18' IMTEC above ground pool next to the house. Ok seems silly to have, but we really want you to use the lake.
- Communal Pool
- Hot TubOutdoor with piped in music
- Spa WhirlpoolHot tub
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper Optional
Notes
- The Castle is in the middle of the woods, and very private. The 500 acres includes an old farm, miles of trails and 18 PDGA pole hole disc(frisbee) golf course. The 50+ acre waterway is fed by several brooks and we provide a private beach for the castle, with chairs, kayaks, paddle boats, life preservers and beach toys. The beach is located directly in front of the home. The other beach is strictly for the residents only. Please use your designated beach. We also provide $15 per golfer discount coupons to the highly acclaimed Shattuck Golf course in Jaffrey, NH located 15 minutes from the castle.
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
- 50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 14 days before check-in.
Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed - Cedarworks swingsetCedarworks swingset
No pets
Events allowed - Maximum 22 people in the Castle or on the propertyMaximum 22 people in the Castle or on the property
No smoking
Max guests: 22
Minimum age of primary renter: 30
- Maximum of 10 cars, extra will be $100 per car deduction from the deposit
- Maximum 22 people in the Castle or on the property
- Use 1000 Sauvola RD. No access from Sunridge Road, gates are locked
Cleaning practices
Cleaned with disinfectant
Minimum 2-day vacancy between guest stays
Map
Owner
John & Lynda Hunt
- Languages:
- english
About John & Lynda Hunt
The only entrance to the castle is Sauvola Drive which is off Able Road in Rindge, NH close to the Rindge/Fitzwillaim town line. Google has Hunt Castle at 1000 Sauvola DR.There is a designated Castle Beach marked specifically for you. This home is our primary residence. Our children grew up in this home and now return to visit with their families. Construction began in the fall 1993 and finished in 1995. John's love of Castles began when he was a young child and grew up in Pittsburgh, Pennslyvania. As an adult he found this beautiful 500+ acreage of land quite by accident in the woods of New Hampshire. The plans to build this home began after much travel throughout, Europe exploring other castles. Today, after our five children have grown up and left this wonderful home, they continue to return to this gorgeous property to come together as a quite large extended family. We continue to celebrate many of the holidays here with our family and have now opened it up to you so that you may enjoy it as much as we do.
John & Lynda Hunt purchased this castle in 1995
Why John & Lynda Hunt 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. Besides our beautiful beach and lake, there are many other lakes and state parks that are close by (not more than 20 minutes drive) for a great beach day.
What makes this castle unique
The Castle is passive solar with cooling window treatments in summer and warming in winter along with solar panels. In summers the Castle is NEWLY air-conditioned on the first floor with a unit built in above the pit area. The second and third floors are air-conditioned as well (completed over the past 2 years). Newly built pit area for night-time entertainment and socializing. Private beach w/ several boats including kayaks 1&2 person, paddleboats, paddle boards, sailboat, and a Canoe. Swimming, sunning and fishing are a must! Volley ball and Corn-hole is set up at the beach with a storage shed for life jackets, paddles, chairs and sails. Port-a potty is set up for your convenience. Weber grill and fire pit at the beach as well. The pool is located on the East side of the Castle with granite steps leading down. The grounds are immaculately groomed and in spring and summer the flowers are abundant. On the south side at the bottom of the hill is a large Cedarworks playset for the kids with plenty of space on the field for soccer, field hockey, lacrosse etc. In winter the hill is a fun place to go sledding and the lake out front is ready for skating. There are over 500 acres of trails for hiking the fall, spring and summer, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing in the winter. There is also a disc golf course used year-round weather permitting. Don't forget to notice the bridge on the south side that lights up at night and the fountain in front of it that sprays at sunset for approximately 4 hours!