@helenwanderss: Did you know the actor who played Sherlock Holmes built his own CASTLE in Connecticut?! 🏰🍂 And the story behind it is just as fascinating as the castle itself! Built between 1914 and 1919, Gillette Castle was the dream home of William Gillette, a famous American actor best known for bringing Sherlock Holmes to life on stage. But this wasn’t an ordinary mansion… 🔑 47 uniquely designed wooden doors, many featuring intricate hand-carved locks and latches. 🏰 A medieval-inspired stone castle perched high above the Connecticut River, designed with Gillette’s own unusual architectural ideas. 🚂 A private miniature railroad that once stretched approximately 3 miles across his estate, complete with tunnels and bridges. After Gillette died in 1937, the state of Connecticut eventually purchased the property to preserve it. Today, it’s one of the most fascinating historic landmarks in New England! 📍 Gillette Castle State Park - East Haddam, Connecticut 🍁 Visit during peak fall foliage for an absolutely magical experience! Would you explore this castle? 👀 📌 Save this for your next New England road trip! #GilletteCastle #ConnecticutTravel #NewEngland #HiddenGems #FallInNewEngland

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