Entering This Hidden Vermont Castle Will Make You Feel Like You’re In A Fairy Tale
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Kristin Grimes
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The Wilson Castle is a stunning nineteenth-century estate in Proctor. Built in 1867, the castle is now operated as a house museum and is open daily for tours until late October. The castle is kicking off the fall season with their first annual “Zombie Prom,” and this is the perfect setting since some believe that the castle is haunted. Check out the amazing history and gather your friends for a deviously spectacular prom night!
The facade is built of English brick and French marble with 19 proscenium arches, 84 stained glass windows, 2 turrets, parapet and a balcony.
The interior has 13 fireplaces finished with imported tiles and bronze, with furnishings including Asian and European antiques, statuary, Chinese scrolls, and oriental rugs.
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The property also has a large greenhouse/conservatory as well as an aviary.
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Planning and construction of the house lasted for nearly eight years, and cost $1,300,000.
Johnson met his wife in England while studying medicine, and he employed at least two English architects in the design of the house and its eighteen outbuildings.
The castle was repossessed when Mrs. Johnson died, and Dr. Johnson was unable to afford taxes or maintenance.
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Due to this, the locals began to call the castle "Johnson's Folly."
This huge room measuring 53' long by 14' wide was once the grand reception hall designed to impress guests who entered the front door. This photo was taken back in the 1970s.
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In 1939, Herbert Lee Wilson, a pioneer in radio, purchased the estate and created radio station WHWB-AM in its stable.
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He died in 1981 and left the estate to his daughter, who died in 2009.
The house has been open for tours since 1962.
Special events such as the upcoming "Zombie Prom" take place. It can also be rented out for private functions.
For more houses in Vermont with incredible pasts, check these out!
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