Abandoned Restored 1906 Stone Castle Reduced to $3.49M in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Overview
- Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Price: Reduced to $3.49 million
- Built in: 1906
- Size: Approximately 12,000 square feet
History and Restoration
- Original Feature: The Castle on Mt. Curve, a testament to gothic romance novella architecture.
- Restoration Investment: Over $2 million dedicated to meticulous restoration, honoring the castle’s history and craftsmanship.
- Purpose: Updates were made to the home’s systems and infrastructure to meet modern standards without compromising historical integrity.
Features and Amenities
- Living Space: Distributed across four levels.
- Bedrooms and Bathrooms: A total of ten bedrooms and nine bathrooms.
- Unique Features:
- Ornate grillwork and custom ceilings.
- Over forty stained glass windows with energy-efficient custom thermo-pane sashes.
- Black Walnut floors and Mahogany carved millwork.
- Additional Structures: Includes a tunnel leading to a Carriage House and a heated garage.
- Outdoor Space: Set among verdant gardens and roads with ample off-street parking.
Location and Lifestyle
- Setting: Located on an expansive lot along a street lined with Gilded Age homes.
- Convenience: Offers easy access to Minneapolis’s west side retail, suburbs, and various amenities, reminiscent of Downton Abbey’s grandeur.
Listing Information
- Agent: Patricia Pidcock of Edina Realty
- Special Note: The castle’s allure is captured through photography utilizing spacecraft technology.