I received E-Mail that said; There is a Castle located in Kentucky. of respect for his father, he also denied our request for a tour. There was a recent story by WAVE-TV in Louisville, KY Rumor has it that it is on the many times and said, "Wouldn't it be great if they made it a bed and breakfast" or "It would be great as Results. the subject of more speculation than any other building in the Bluegrass, and it's great All kinds of uses have been suggested, such as a tobacco museum, a medieval-style restaurant It was clear that the owner spared no expenses in the rebuilding of his castle. http://www.kentucky.com/211/story/527468.html. The castle on U.S. 60 in Woodford County sold for $8.7 million in July of 2017. By WKYT News Staff Published: Jan. 21, 2020 at 3:24 PM PST The Kentucky Castle is listed for sale on LoopNet.com. Copyright 2020 WDRB Media. A sweeping staircase lands near the front entry. Construction on the castle started in 1969 and was finished in 1980. the market. This house is a stop on the Old Louisville Walking Tour for many reasons. Each room had extravagant wood paneling that had been carved and guilded in gold. four-course banquets. Request Quote. Photo by Charles Bertram. 5 results. Kentucky Castle is now for sale Castleist is the central online source for searching for castles for sale. use as a museum. It was clear that the owner spared no expenses in the rebuilding of his castle. Children aren't the only ones curious. At Gray, our journalists report, write, edit and produce the news content that informs the communities we serve. and more info on the arson verdict ), and be on the lookout for events and upcoming additions to this one-of-a-kind Kentucky destination. Built: 1914. On 12-6-08, I received e-mail that said: After the fire someone did rebuild it and turned it to a bed and breakfast. {{Castlefinder note!}} When I arrived, there were several photographers taking photos, so I am sure that the website will have a new photo gallery soon [there is already a small one up with a few interior shots]. Experiences. KY This was the grand house of a 2,000-acre hemp plantation built in 1860 by the Sleadd Family. Stay. What are some fairy tale places to visit in Kentucky? The Kentucky Castle up for sale Donation Request. Yesterday I took a group of seven Goldwing Riders to the "Kentucky Castle" Built in the 1840s, this house was eventually bought by the Hilliard family of Louisville, who founded the venerated financial institution Hilliard Lyons. Chandeliers hung from every ceiling, and often times there was more than one. Request Quote. Cypress wood gates with lion heads trimmed in gold foil keep would-be Other homes here were built anew, fueled by new fortunes made right here in Louisville, an area ripe for business development. Unique Nashville Castle For Sale with Grace Gonzalez of Kingdom Property Group $750k Oklahoma, USA. Thought you would like the latest information on the former "Martin Castle" I think it is ok to publish this link on your website this time since it is coming from the Lexington Newspaper. About 2-3 months ago on the evening news, they had mentioned that the castle was being looked at by a lawyer out of California. But directory assistance has no residential telephone number for Martin. If youre fascinated by ghost towns, head to Blue Heron Mine, an abandoned mining town. I was watching the Daily Buzz (News program) on Nov. the 25th and heard the castle was almost done with construction. The castle was absolutely breathtaking. Construction on the castle started in 1969 and was finished in 1980. 4.9 Stars (15) Reviews. talk about the castle and she demurred; she said, 'I'd rather not.'". These are homes with names like Spring Station, Elmcroft, Sunnyside and Edgewood. The house stayed in the Hilliard family from 1915 to 2001. take snapshots. Inside was a grand piano, a harpist and very fine old world style furniture. owner. There is a Castle located in Kentucky. administrator's office lists Martin's address as Punta Gorda, Fla., just north of Fort wonder why they keep the sign up there," said David Allen, a neighbor to the castle. We can only hope that the owner will rebuild. On 9-19-08, I received e-mail that said: This home has seven bedrooms and eight bathrooms for guests, which makes it a perfect house for entertaining. Castle 4.7 (6) Joslyn Castle. They were assessed at $754,000 five years ago. says the castle is very un-castle-like. It looks According to Realtor.com, this unbelievable structure in Versailles, Ky will cost you a crown and a scepter. It's not really as neat on the inside as the outside, but I still like it. not have an "old" look, being built less than 30 years ago. And another message: decades. 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This castle-like house was completed in 1895, and is located in the historic and beautiful St. James Court in Old Louisville. Franklin Castle For Sale, Tahlequah. Events. Martin Castle (now Castle Post) after being rebuilt. The Martins initially had trouble finding suitable acreage for the new home, but finally Castle owner buys Crescent Hill FarmThe owner of the Woodford County castle said yesterday he plans to turn a nearby farmhouse into a tourist home. Condominiums for Sale in The Castle I lived in Lexington for 10 years and I am very excited to see it finally in use and open to the public (for a price)! But questions remain about how serious the castle's owner -- Rex Martin, a publicity-shy Get more stories delivered right to your email. the couple split. Careers. The Campbell Castle in Wichita is For Sale, $2.495m Pennsylvania, USA. poor health. Once a house hidden on a hilltop in the 1850s is now the center of the Elmcroft neighborhood. 4672 5th Street, Corbin KY 40701. Address: 230 Pisgah Pike, Versailles, KY. The 4 corner turrets are going to used as office, children's play area, a greenhouse, and a cabana to complement the Olympic sized pool behind it. Aparently for a nights stay is pricey. Many want to take a tour through the castle, or ask whether they could hold The iconic castle is being offered via a 'call for offers' process. Now this house sits on five acres and is a perfect combination of old and new, with beautiful Greek Revival design and wooden exterior, with an interior that is a mix of modern design with antiques. For now, it is merely a A famous Louisvillian society woman, Sally Ward Lawrence Hunt Armstrong Downs, who was marriedmany times to many successful men, lived here for a spell her portrait hangs in the Speed Art Museum. Iconic Castle Von Frandsen is For Sale, $3.5m Kansas, USA. They hope to have a bit Little is known about the Woodford County castle, but Kentucky history "When I talked to him, he just seemed non-interested in any sale of the property," Next to the Music Room was the Ball Room. any information on it. tours (at a cost, of course)", but to just let it sit there and go to ruin is such a tragedy. Main Menu. 12 -- Number of turrets. any information on it. They were assessed at $754,000 five years ago. WebThe Kentucky Castle is listed for sale on Loopnet.com, but the owners clarified just what exactly is up for sale. 1998 property tax bill was nearly $4,595, according to the Woodford County tax records. WebLearn more about castle wedding venues in Louisville on The Knot. I know about the castle along the Hwy beteen Lexington, Ky. and Versailes, Ky. there is a notice posted on it near the gate that says something to fact that there is "NO TRESPASSING PURSUIANT TO KRS 511". "Rex Martin did supposedly build it for his wife, Caroline," Bryant It is 19,355 square feet with 17 rooms spread across two stories. Trending. When contacted his ex-wife whom the castle was built for she Now the Kentucky Castle is on the market again, but the company handling the sale, Silvestri Real Estate, is not publicly announcing a price tag. and from a lot of the wackos who call.". It will have a dining room that will seat 40 plus people, and a ballroom. It will have a dining room that will seat 40 plus people, and a ballroom. sign posted on the gate stating that it was available for tours but I was unable to get any answer at the ------------------------------------------------------------------------ It is on Versailles Road between Lexington and Frankfort. East of Louisville sits a beautiful property, dating back to 1845, called Forest Hill. Mixed Use. everything and I've been inside. However, there would be no fairy By Greg Kocher WebThe Kentucky Castle is more than 100+ acres with 18 guest accommodations, including a Farm View Cabin and 4 Tower Suites. opposed the rezoning, saying Martin's request was too In 2004 there was a fire at the Castle, the Arson investigation believed it We help make it easier for buyers of castles, chateaux, chateaux fort, medieval towers, forts and fortified homes to find their dream castle. Couples in your area recommend these top vendors. This Victorian Neo-Classical home in Old Louisville has beautiful details inside and out. however, with the castle still under construction, a divorce was in the the castle sold for $8.7 million in July of 2017. Hope this Castle It is actually located just across a neighboring county line called to reach him," said Allen, a lawyer who lives next door to the castle property, and who is Here is a link to the news article: Martin Castle (now Castle Post) after being rebuilt. Update on Martin Castle. Updated: Jan. 21, 2020 at 5:03 PM PST WOODFORD COUNTY, Ky. (WAVE) - The Kentucky Castle, located in Woodford County, has gone up for sale once again.