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9 Jolly Good Colorado Castles That You’ll Want to Live In

Discover nine unique castles in Colorado where you can live out your royal dreams.

Published May 15, 2015

Written by 

Annie Sandmeier

Oh, ello there! Has all this talk about the royal baby inspired anyone else to become a prince or princess when they grow up? If you answered yes (don't deny it.. I see you looking around the room, making sure no one is there to see you nod), then this post is for you! What's more royal than living in a castle? Nothing. The good news? You don't have to move to England, Ireland, or even to Disneyland to live in a castle! Here are 9 jolly good castles in Colorado.

1.) Bishop Castle

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Located in Rye

2.) Cherokee Ranch and Castle

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Located in Sedalia

3.) Dunafon Castle

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Located in Idledale

4.) Glen Eyrie Castle

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Located in Colorado Springs

5.) Miramont Castle

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Located in Manitou Springs

6.) Redstone Castle

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Located in Carbondale

7.) Richthofen Castle

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Located in Denver

8.) Westminster Castle

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Located in Westminster

9.) Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun Castle

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Located in Colorado Springs

Which castle is your favorite (Princess Annie plans to move into the Redstone Castle pronto!)? Tell me about it in the comments. Pip Pip, Cheerio!

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