Gillette Castle State Park

Snap some shots outside, your the beautiful gardens and water views, and then take a tour of the rustic/cabin style interior.
Snap some shots outside, your the beautiful gardens and water views, and then take a tour of the rustic/cabin style interior.
#stunningstructures this little gem on the Connecticut river was a surprise find!
One New Years Eve, my sister and I made the decision to drive up to Maine, as far east as we could get to be among the first to see the sun rise New Year's Day in America. On our way back from this pretty epic adventure (it was a long drive considering both of us had worked until about 10 pm New Years Eve!), we passed by a sign for Gilette Castle in Connecticut. On a whim we decided to stop by- because adventure was what this trip was all about! Well, we found it which was no easy feat. We took all back roads which were not lit and it was pretty dark by the time we made it there. The castle tours were closed for the season but we did get the opportunity to walk around the absolutely beautiful park that the castle sat on. We were blown away- this place was incredible! We vowed to make the trip again during the summer when it was warm and hopefully still daylight! And that is what this picture is from. It took several years but we did make it back! It was June, so all of the trees are in full bloom and it made a stroll through the park just perfect. We got to check out the outside of the castle in depth (unfortunately we were too late in the day for an inside tour, but peeking through the windows let me see how fancy-pants it was in there). Here is what I learned: This castle was built in 1919 (well, that's when it was finished anyway) for the famous produced/actor William Gilette, who was best known as the original Sherlock Holmes! He designed what he wanted and this was the home he retired to! I couldn't picture a more fitting place. If you happen to be in the area, check out this tucked away spot in Connecticut. The drive alone is exquisitely beautiful and worth it!
Gillette Castle State Park Home to famous Actor William Gillette. A door inside the interior of the Castle ! And interesting find I. Connecticut

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Located across the street from the overflow parking lot for the Steam Train. Follow the tracks. This is best as a morning shot... 8-9:30 a.m. Great textures and details on this piece. I spent an hour shooting it. The "AMERICAN" logo is classic. #TroverDetour #Abandoned

Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail

Maak tijdens je vakantie in Deep River Center zeker tijd voor een bezoek aan Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail.

Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail
Goodspeed Opera House

Goodspeed Opera House

Tijdens je verblijf in East Haddam kun je kaartjes kopen voor een voorstelling in Goodspeed Opera House. Verken de rivier en de stranden hier met een wandeling.

Goodspeed Opera House
Essex Library

Essex Library

Nadat je Essex Library hebt bezocht, kun je in de omgeving van Essex Village nog veel meer bezienswaardigheden en attracties ontdekken. Maak tijdens je verblijf hier een wandeling langs prachtige stranden.

Essex Library
Awesome fun for kids ! #KidsFun

Essex Steam Train

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Op vakantie in Essex Village kun je een keer de tentoonstellingen in Essex Steam Train bezoeken. Maak tijdens je verblijf hier een wandeling langs prachtige stranden.

Essex Steam Train

Chester Creek Marina

Ontdek het havengebied van Chester met een uitstapje naar Chester Creek Marina. Maak tijdens je verblijf hier een wandeling langs prachtige stranden.

Chester Creek Marina

East Haddam Historical Society and Museum

Tijdens je vakantie in East Haddam kun je 's middags de galerijen in East Haddam Historical Society and Museum bekijken. Verken de stranden en de jachthaven hier met een wandeling.

East Haddam Historical Society and Museum

Beste hotelaanbiedingen in Gillette Castle State Park

Waterfront Goodspeed airport 2-bedroom house with AC, WiFi

Waterfront Goodspeed airport 2-bedroom house with AC, WiFi

2 out of 5
East Haddam CT
Waterfront Goodspeed airport 2-bedroom house with AC, WiFi
The little Chestnut. A charming historic apartment in Downtown Chester

The little Chestnut. A charming historic apartment in Downtown Chester

2 out of 5
Chester CT
The little Chestnut. A charming historic apartment in Downtown Chester
The Millhouse Downtown Chester

The Millhouse Downtown Chester

Chester CT
The Millhouse Downtown Chester
Verbluffende Artisan Waterfall Escape [Loop naar Downtown]

Verbluffende Artisan Waterfall Escape [Loop naar Downtown]

Chester CT
Verbluffende Artisan Waterfall Escape [Loop naar Downtown]
Spacious 5-bedroom, 6 bath vacation home just 30 min drive to beaches and casino

Spacious 5-bedroom, 6 bath vacation home just 30 min drive to beaches and casino

East Haddam CT
Spacious 5-bedroom, 6 bath vacation home just 30 min drive to beaches and casino
The little cottage on the ct river

The little cottage on the ct river

Haddam CT
The little cottage on the ct river
Autumn and Winter at the Haddam House

Autumn and Winter at the Haddam House

Haddam CT
Autumn and Winter at the Haddam House
Walk To Goodspeed Opera House!

Walk To Goodspeed Opera House!

East Haddam CT
Walk To Goodspeed Opera House!
Pet-Friendly Getaway in Historic East Haddam Home

Pet-Friendly Getaway in Historic East Haddam Home

2 out of 5
East Haddam CT
Pet-Friendly Getaway in Historic East Haddam Home
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