Majestic, fascinating, steeped in history. Come get lost in Berkeley Castle.
After entry, guests behold a stunning...
After entry, guests behold a stunning angle of the turret featuring three crosses sunk into the sandstone and a private room at the top for sightseeing.
A fearsome lion guards entrance...
A fearsome lion guards entrance to your soirée.
Iron gates open to reveal...
Iron gates open to reveal a private sanctuary behind the third floor.
Lead your guests up a magnificent...
Lead your guests up a magnificent sandstone entry through wide double doors into the great room.
The castle was meticulously constructed...
The castle was meticulously constructed with sandstone blocks carved out of Warm Springs Mountain and carried to the building site by horse and carriage.
A peek over the third floor terrace...
A peek over the third floor terrace to the eastern horizon
Augustus salutes your side yard festivities.
Augustus salutes your side yard festivities.
It is said Samuel Taylor Suit sketched...
It is said Samuel Taylor Suit sketched his vision of the castle for his young love on a napkin. When asked in her later years by curious locals if he drew on a napkin, tablecloth or menu, Rosa responded, "Which do you like best?"
A view of the castle from a vintage...
A view of the castle from a vintage post card. After Rosa's departure, various families and groups occupied the castle - renters, caretakers, a boys summer camp, until Walter Bird purchased it in 1954 and led guided tours.
During its tourism years, wild stories...
During its tourism years, wild stories of secret tunnels, ghosts, and even murders flourished. Do you believe them?
As for ghost stories, the castle's last...
As for ghost stories, the castle's last private owner, Andrew Gosline, said, "Rosa's never joined me in the suite." But he meticulously cared for the castle, adding a waterfall among other improvements.
Berkeley Springs Castle surrounded...
Berkeley Springs Castle surrounded by a flush of red and orange hues in autumn.
Perched on the eastern side of...
Perched on the eastern side of Warm Springs Ridge, the castle offers a stunning view of Berkeley Springs.
After a light dusting of snow...
After a light dusting of snow, guests will be glad to warm up by the castle's eight stone fireplaces.
Among Andrew Gosline's additions...
Among Andrew Gosline's additions are the gargoyles. At Christmastime, Berkeley Springs residents look for Santa hats atop their pointy ears.
It is rumored that the English ivy...
It is rumored that the English ivy in this photograph was brought from the home of Shakespeare.
Since its construction...
Since its construction, Berkeley Springs Castle has been an iconic landmark and tourist attraction for the resort town. Featured here on a vintage postcard.
Relax in the hot tub on the second floor...
Relax in the hot tub on the second floor terrace while you and your guests enjoy the view of Berkeley Springs.