This home is in a beautiful treed neighborhood in a northeast Philly suburb. Built in 1931 this home is a rare work of art offering exquisite architectural details. It is referred to by locals as Rapunzel’s Castle. Situated on a quarter acre lot this five story three bedroom, three bath home has approximately 2,500 square feet of living space. Curved stone walls, “drawbridge” walkway over the moat leads to the front door. Beautiful arched walls, spiral staircase, decorative hammered iron railings and hand forged door hardware. French doors opening onto Juliet balconies, wide plank wood floors, gazebo/summer house. The living room/library features original dark wood paneling with built-in bookcases, a fireplace with carved marble mantle, french doors opening onto a Juliet balcony a custom sofa, bergere chairs, artwork, oriental rug, a 9ft tall 19th century monumental trumeau mirror from a gilded age New York mansion, and treasures collected from travels around the globe. There is a 5’6” Steinway grand piano always kept tuned and in excellent condition and a concert grand pedal harp. The living room design was inspired by French Chateaus of the Normandy region. There is a powder room attached to the living room. A harpist and pianist are available to provide live music. The dining room features a rustic French farmhouse table with seating for 8, wood floors, oriental rug, antique crystal chandelier, gilded mirrors. Milled panelling with built in china cabinets. Table is moveable for larger stand up events. The tower houses a stone spiral staircase and hand forged black iron railing with original medieval pendant light in suspended from the interior peak of the cone. Ideal for Photoshoots, filming location, small weddings and showers, teas, luncheons, recitals, small dinner parties. All light fixtures throughout have been updated and there is great lighting throughout. This space is ideal for photo shoots, film productions, music videos, product shoots, small weddings, showers, recitals, etc. Renters will have access to the living room, dining room, and tower, with your rental. Formal gardens featuring lush vegetation, koi pond, hand crafted stone walls, walkways and steps.
Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages allowed
No cooking is allowed on-site
Dining table seats 8
8 dining chairs at table + 4 additional
1 sofa, 2 bergere chairs, 1 large uphostered highback chair, 4 upholstered side chairs
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We rented the fairytale castle for my daughter’s marriage proposal. It was the perfect, most magical venue for the occasion. Michael and Andreas were wonderful hosts who were extremely accommodating. The castle provided the most beautiful location for a real-life fairytale photo shoot and engagement.
We rented the fairytale castle for my daughter’s marriage proposal. It was the perfect, most magical venue for the occasion. Michael and Andreas were wonderful hosts who were extremely accommodating. The castle provided the most beautiful location for a real-life fairytale photo shoot and engagement.
Wonderful as always!!! I cannot recommend this spot enough.
Wonderful as always!!! I cannot recommend this spot enough.
We had a wonderful bridal shower at this venue. It was a beautiful setting, and the host went out of his way to ensure that everything was perfect.
We had a wonderful bridal shower at this venue. It was a beautiful setting, and the host went out of his way to ensure that everything was perfect.
This place was EXACTLY what we were looking for for our photoshoot! Michael was the best host and was so accommodating for our needs. Would love to shoot here again in the future!
This place was EXACTLY what we were looking for for our photoshoot! Michael was the best host and was so accommodating for our needs. Would love to shoot here again in the future!
The space was great for our event!
The space was great for our event!
Yes. Location was awesome and great communication from host.
Yes. Location was awesome and great communication from host.
The castle was stunning and perfect for photos. Michael was kind enough to accommodate our requests in advance and gave us a full tour as well. Overall it was a great and memorable experience and I would not hesitate to recommend this space to anyone.
The castle was stunning and perfect for photos. Michael was kind enough to accommodate our requests in advance and gave us a full tour as well. Overall it was a great and memorable experience and I would not hesitate to recommend this space to anyone.
Great location for all types of productions
Great location for all types of productions
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