Find secret rooms behind bookcases, bedrooms with stained glass windows, armor, swords, and turrets to explore when you rent your very own castle
If you are looking to experience the royal treatment for your next family vacation, we’ve got the Airbnbs for you. These Airbnb castles have all the turrets, stained glass, and massive bedrooms of your fairytale dreams. Explore secret bedrooms behind bookcases and enjoy modern amenities like hot tubs and game rooms. These castles make the perfect vacation rental that the kids (and the parents) won’t soon forget!
Highlands Castle | Bolton, NY
Talk about a gorgeous location perched just above Lake George and the Adirondack mountains. You'll find knights' armor in the hallways and a Great Hall to satisfy all your ballroom dreams. They have two other castles bookable on the property so invite all the lords and ladies!
Sleeps: 8
Cost: $1,790/night
Online: airbnb.com
Castle Noland—San Luis Obispo, CA
Located halfway between San Francisco and LA, this massive castle is the perfect destination for families visiting California. Each of the bedrooms has a private bath and you can send the kids to the hidden attic where they will want to play to day away. You access the attic via a secret bookcase door!
Sleeps: 10
Cost: $807/night
Online: airbnb.com
The Deacon—Philadelphia, PA
You'll have everything you need at this gorgeously-decorated castle that's perfect for your Philly adventure. With 8 bedrooms to choose from, everyone will have space to spread out and then gather in the massive central room. Kids will especially love the games they have available and you'll love gathering with extended family.
Sleeps: 16
Cost: $1,723/night
Online: airbnb.com
Castle Falkenstein—Burnet County, TX
Everything is bigger in Texas and this castle is no exception. Spend the weekend in this 14,000 sq. ft. castle that's fit for a king (and queen!). Whether it's the majestic scenic view from the balcony, the oversized master bathroom, or a game room complete with a pool table and darts, you will feel like royalty. Check out the bubbling stream outside and then bust out the Oculus Quest VR system for some family game time.
Sleeps: 12
Cost: $1,588/night
Online: airbnb.com
The Castle at Lake Livingston Village—Livingston, TX
Bring the Princes and Princesses to get away from the big city and enjoy a relaxing, quaint guesthouse that will accommodate up to five guests. You can enjoy swimming, fishing, boating, and water skiing right from the neighborhood private boat ramp/dock. Enjoy the wooded outdoor atmosphere by the fire pit, providing an old-world and secluded feel.
Sleeps: 5
Cost: $100/night
Online: airbnb.com
Stonehaven Castle—Eureka Springs, AR
This contemporary castle is located on 52 acres of private woods, perfect for exploring. There are no TVs here so you can expect the full off-the-grid-castle experience. There's even an art gallery in the castle's turret!
Sleeps: 13
Cost: $197/night
Online: airbnb.com
Williamswood Castle—Knoxville, TN
Step back in time and become royalty by staying at Knoxville's most unique estate, your very own castle only ten minutes from downtown. Surrounded by 300 acres of Ijams Nature Center, kids will love staying here. Modeled after a Scottish hunting lodge, secret passage, towers, swords, armor, and magic abound!
Sleeps: 6
Cost: $433/night
Online: airbnb.com
Aura Castle—Aurora, NY
Treat your senses, your spirit, and your well-being at Aura. Enjoy the beauty of the Finger Lakes, go wine and beer tasting, eat farm-to-fork food, play and swim in Lake Cayuga, explore the Wells College campus and discover how wonderful this one-of-a-kind experience of sleeping in a church can be.
Sleeps: 8
Cost: $475/night
Online: airbnb.com
Graystone Castle—Arlington, WA
You'll never want to leave this 20,000+sq ft modern-day castle completed in 2018 with all the luxury amenities you seek (theater, spa, game rooms, ballroom, and MUCH MORE). Just an hour from Seattle, the castle overlooks the Stillaguamish River and the Stilly Valley. Kids will especially love the life-sized chess, arcade, and fire pit.
Sleeps: 16
Cost: $1653/night
Online: airbnb.com
The Sanctuary—Wabash, IN
You'll love this renovated cathedral/castle as it's a great space for extended family to gather. There are five private bedrooms and a large gathering space and table for group meals. There's only a kitchenette so plan ahead for meals.
Sleeps: 12
Cost: $350/night
Online: airbnb.com
End of the Rainbow Castle—Saratoga Springs, NY
This castle is something the kids won't soon forget with a pond and expansive property to explore. The hot tub and fire pits will keep everyone outdoors and there's plenty of room for your whole crew to spend the night.
Sleeps: 15
Cost: $1,400/night
Online: airbnb.com
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