Long before today’s St. Augustine Lighthouse, the area was watched over by a succession of wooden watchtowers. Built by Spanish settlers between 1565 and 1586, these early structures served as lookout posts, allowing those guarding the port to watch for approaching ships and potential threats. In 1737, the wooden towers were replaced by a 30-foot coquina structure, which was later used by both the Spanish and British as a lookout and warning station. However, years […]
Rolling Hills Asylum began its story in 1826, when the Genesee County Board established a Poor House. Originally a working farm, the building became a refuge for those who had nowhere else to turn. Often referred to as “The Old County Home,” the property eventually grew into a self-sufficient community spanning more than 108 acres of farmland, producing its own food and fuel. Its doors were opened to a diverse group of people including; the […]
Tucked away behind The Trembling House of Madness on the historic Stonegate, the Haunted Chamber is one of York’s most unique and atmospheric stays. This Grade II listed apartment sits on the remains of the first Norman house built in York around 1180 AD, blending centuries of history with unmistakable medieval character. Over 600 years old, the timber-framed chamber is filled with original features, from ship-made wooden panelling and floorboards to antique furnishings and curious […]
The Anchorage is a one of a kind, stunning architectural marvel nestled quietly on the side of Harmar Hill in Marietta, Ohio. Originally known as the Putnam Mansion, the home was built in 1859 by Douglas Putnam, a prominent real estate, banking and railroad magnate, for his wife, Eliza. The home was inspired by Eliza Putnam’s love of Italian-style architecture. Despite the care and vision behind its construction, Eliza was only able to enjoy the […]
Standing on the site of a former priory in Bunbury, Northamptonshire, Britain’s Sulgrave Manor holds centuries of history. Once surrendered to the Crown during the Dissolution of the Monasteries, the land was purchased from King Henry VIII in 1539 by Lawrence Washington, a wealthy ancestor of George Washington. The Tudor manor he built would become the Washington family’s ancestral home, later expanded by his son, Robert Washington, to accommodate his large family of fifteen children. […]
Savannah, Georgia, United States
Located on the edge of Savannah’s historic Madison Square, the Sorrel-Weed House stands as a haunting reminder of the city’s tumultuous past. This grand home, completed in 1840, is steeped in history. The home was erected, on a site that witnessed one of the bloodiest battles of the Revolutionary War, the Siege of Savannah in 1779. Hundreds of soldiers perished during the chaos of battle. In the aftermath, a mass trench was dug to bury […]
Nestled in the picturesque village of Wookey Hole near Wells in Somerset, England, lies a labyrinth of limestone caves steeped in history, mystery and legend. The Wookey Hole Caves have been a part of human history for an astonishing 45,000 years, serving as a shelter, a place of worship and a place of intrigue for countless generations. From the bones of Ice Age animals to flint tools left by Paleolithic humans, the caves are filled […]
Nestled in the heart of Savannah, Georgia, at 14 Hull Street, the Foley House Inn is more than just a charming bed and breakfast. Built in 1896 by Honoria Foley, this historic home has stood the test of time, witnessing both the triumphs and tragedies of Savannah’s past. But what truly sets the Foley House Inn apart is the eerie energy that seems to linger within its walls. The inn’s foundation rests on a site […]
