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Stay in a Castle in "Little Norway's" Quiet Countryside at Nordic Hill Manor

Family-friendly vacation home in Poulsbo with a hot tub

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Bar (on property)
8 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Perched atop a hill in Little Norway, Nordic Hill's castle-like manor offers 8 bedrooms and comfortable accommodations for up to 25 guests. Unwind with a private spa in the turret, relax by the brick fireplace, or indulge your senses with gourmet chef kitchen delights. Stroll through woodland trails or challenge others to outdoor games like giant chess and horseshoes.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 25929 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stay in a Castle in "Little Norway's" Quiet Countryside at Nordic Hill Manor

In the outskirts of Little Norway, Nordic Hill's castle like manor sits atop of a hill with sweeping views of Liberty Bay and the Cascades Mountains. The design is a mix of Scandinavian and Northern European along with the owners European hospitality. This unique and beautiful vacation rental is a perfect place for your next family gathering, girlfriends or guys weekend, family vacation or small corporate and group retreat. With comfortable accommodations, the house has 8 bedrooms and can accommodate sleeping quarters for 17 people individually or up to 25 as couples and kids inside this 10,000+ sq ft manor home. 10 HEPA Air purifiers throughout the house

There is a "master on the main", a full one bedroom with kitchen downstairs and 5 bedrooms upstairs in addition to a sitting room with a view and massage chairs. Relax in the private spa located in the 3rd story turret with expansive views of the countryside, Cascade Mountains and to the Poulsbo waterfront.

The Great Room features a brick fireplace with a built-in bar for lingering and connecting. Bar is equipped with sink, under bar refrigerator, wine chiller, ice maker and large variety of glassware.

A fully state of the art streaming stereo system allows you to enjoy your favorite music throughout the house including in the Spa and outdoors on the promenade while enjoying the evening sunsets comfortably sitting around the table top fireplace.

The Gourmet Chef kitchen is fully equipped with induction stove cook top and pot filler, convection oven, warming oven, microwave, instant hot water faucet, stainless steel island food prep with custom designed cutting board , Caphalon knives and all surrounded by granite counter tops. A vast variety of all types of kitchen tools allows the chef in you to create and present your favorite baking or cooked masterpieces.

The Game Room is a beloved place for those who like to shoot some pool, shuffle board, bumper pool, play some cards or just sit and shoot the breeze.

Pamper yourself with a relaxing full back and calves massage in our Sharper Image massage chairs while overlooking the serene country setting and glimpses of Liberty Bay from our third story window.

Stroll through the trails in the woods or challenge one another to playing giant chess and checkers, cornhole or horseshoes or group volleyball in our outdoor gaming area.

Enjoy watching your favorite movie, sports or video games on the 137" screen private theater with seating for up to 16 people.. The projection system taps into Roku and you can watch from your own Netflix account or choose from a huge library of truly classic DVDs.

A Nomad Work Oasis
Whether a work emergency happens or you are combining a workcation, we have a remote work oasis for our guests in our Lillestrøm Room
2 work desks with an island workspace
HP Scanner and Printer
Samsung - 58" LED 4K UHD Smart Tizen TV for Zoom Calls

KONFERENS ROOM
A gorgeous setting for your all inclusive conference venue or corporate retreat.
Beautiful view of Liberty Bay and array of unique amenities will make your meeting an inspiring experience. Whether it’s all work, all play, or some of each, Nordic Hill Manor is a perfect location for your event.
Seating for 20+ people
55” VIBE touch screen interactive whiteboard
Tri-Band Mesh WiFi 6 Internet
Coffee station
Konferens room is only available for all inclusive corporate retreats.
Not for regular guests use without prior arrangement.

The home sits among 20 acres owned by Nordic Hill therefore making it a quiet and relaxing countryside retreat. You will need a car to venture out to the lovely town of Poulsbo and it's many restaurants and waterfront activities or on to farther destinations like Seattle or across the Hood Canal into the Olympic Peninsula.
Great day trips can be planned with Nordic Hill as your home base.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 7.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 10,000 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Guests are required to sign our House Contract prior to staying
A security deposit hold of $1000 will be taken one day prior to reservation and released 6 days after stay.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Stay in a Castle in \"Little Norway's\" Quiet Countryside
Stay in a Castle in "little Norway's" Quiet Countryside Poulsbo

About the neighborhood

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Poulsbo, WA

What's nearby

  • Naval Undersea Museum - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Clearwater Casino - 20 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Hood Canal Bridge - 22 min drive - 31.5 km
  • Bainbridge Island Ferry Dock - 33 min drive - 33.9 km

Getting around

  • Edmonds Station - 65 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Suquamish Clearwater Casino - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Masi Shop - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Burrito - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Agate Pass Deli - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Unko's Kitchen - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay in a Castle in "Little Norway's" Quiet Countryside at Nordic Hill Manor pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stay in a Castle in "Little Norway's" Quiet Countryside at Nordic Hill Manor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay in a Castle in "Little Norway's" Quiet Countryside at Nordic Hill Manor?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stay in a Castle in "Little Norway's" Quiet Countryside at Nordic Hill Manor located?

This family-friendly Poulsbo vacation home is located in the mountains, 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Naval Undersea Museum, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Island Lake Park and Nelson Park. Silverdale Community Center and Silverdale Dog Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Stay in a Castle in "Little Norway's" Quiet Countryside at Nordic Hill Manor Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Heather A.

THIS is the place to stay.

I couldn't have chosen a more perfect setting to bring my friends and family together to celebrate my 50th. The space is huge with not only all the basic amenities but also so many extra touches. The movie theatre & hot tub were amazing! We enjoyed the trails and outdoor games as well. But maybe just hanging out in the house was our favorite part. It fits larger groups with ease while still feeling like 'home'. On a more specific note, the beds were super comfortable, the showers had great water pressure, and the AC kept us all cool. Parking was ample, the views were amazing. I can't say enough about this magical place. Last but not least, a huge thank you to Heinz for being such a gracious host and giving us a delightful welcome!
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10/10 Excellent

Pam G.

Incredible

Can’t say enough about Nordic Hill Manor and hosts! You will not be disappointed. Our group of 14 all gave our stay top rating - definitely 5 out of 5 stars!!!

10/10 Excellent

Angie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great Retreat for our team

This is a great get away for our staff retreat. Everyone had a great time. The rooms were amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stuart R.

Amazing house for our whole family

We loved the common areas, interesting notes and crannies, the many bedrooms, and the many baths. The kitchen was perfect for us to prepare large meals, and having three refrigerators was a huge help with some of the food that we picked up for a big meal. Same for the multiple ovens, a huge asset. The design has some charming themes, inside and out, and the parking was plentiful. The location is close enough to some great hikes, and Poulsbo was a nice place to go for lunch and a little bit of shopping. The owner was incredibly responsive, and overall it was a great experience!
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan J.

Amazing & Perfect 80th Surprise Birthday Weekend!

We had the privilege of staying at Heinz & KJ’s place for our dad’s 80th birthday. The spacious and well-designed venue was ideal for the occasion. The kids and adults thoroughly enjoyed watching movies in the theater and competing in pool tournaments on the pool table. The fully stocked kitchen and the buffet-style dining area made the meal a delightful experience. Heinz, the host, was incredibly helpful and responsive, answering our questions and providing valuable recommendations. Heinz and KJ truly went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and left a little something special for our dad, which he was very grateful for. Heinz & KJ - THANK YOU!! For helping and being a part of our Dads 80th! The weekend was perfect.
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

What an Incredible Place!!!

The Nordic Hill Manor was the perfect place to house all of our family for a wedding. We were absolutely amazed when we entered the mansion. The place was huge and there were pleasant surprises around every corner. It was like going on a treasure hunt as we discovered each room. The main living area is gigantic and has a great bar area. There are two full sized kitchens, a theater and a separate television room and a hottub. The place was spotless and was equipped with any amenities you could possibly need. As soon as we checked in we started brainstorming about future events that would give us an excuse to come back. If it were possible to give the Nordic Hill Manor 10 stars, we would. Many thanks to the very hospitable hosts, Heinz and KJ. They were excellent at communicating so that our needs were met.

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Once in a lifetime castle experience to create unique and lasting memories.

This property was perfect for our Family Reunion. Jaws dropped as we pulled up to this ideal setting. You could feel the attention to detail in every room through the artwork and decor. There was so much space for our 14 guests with plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms. There was great entertainment inside and out. We enjoyed the horseshoes and volleyball court, giant chess set and exploring the trails. The shuffleboard & pool tables were fun. We had a wonderful time gathering together in the theater room and watching the Olympic Opening Ceremonies. The massage chairs and indoor hot tub were a hit. The sound system with speakers in the yard was fantastic. There was ample room for parking several vehicles. We have stayed in many VRBOs where the garbage was overflowing before we even arrived. This property had garbage dumpsters large enough for all our trash. The owner, Heinz, was a pleasure to work with. He responded to all my questions promptly from the time we booked the property and throughout our stay. We had a power outage for several hours one day and he kept me updated with notifications from PSE. He also sent me a message when our house was ready for early check-in. That was terrific because our guests were eager to get settled in this once in a lifetime castle experience. The kitchen was well stocked and spacious enough to make cooking together enjoyable. Check-in & out was also a breeze which we appreciated. We absolutely loved our stay. We Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Adam A.

Great spot, close to tons of activities

// THE HOUSE ITSELF My family loved Nordic Hill Manor. As we drove up to the property, we were greeted by a mother deer and her two fawns - what a great way to arrive! There was plenty of parking behind the house and in the circle drive - we had five or six cars with us and they were easily accomodated by the ample parking. The photographs online don't adequately capture the grand scale of the interior of the home - its huge! It was really fun to explore the house to find all the rooms (which are clearly labeled) and spaces we saw in the listing before renting - the whole place is a labyrinth in a very good way. I got lost at least twice (if only briefly). :D Upon arrival we were greeted by a nice welcome card, and a box of chocolates from a local sweet shop, ChocMo in Poulsbo. The kitchen was well stocked and was a great place to prepare food for everyone. We took advantage of the theater room as well, which wasa really cool. While the home has certainly seen some wear - its clear the place is well loved and the occasional worn carpet or minor scuff didn't affect our enjoyment of the property in any way. We truly loved our time at Nordic Hill Manor, and I could easily see us considering renting the castle again in the future. This was a family reunion we won't soon forget. // RENTAL EXPERIENCE We rented through VRBO and once completed, the Nordic Hill Manor staff provided clear and prompt communications including a very detailed description of the property, checkin and checkout times, kitchen supplies and many other bits of information we wanted to know ahead of our stay. As the renter - I was able to share the Manor's guidebook with my family and it answered all of their questions. The door code was supplied and gaining acccess to the place was easy. Checkout procedures were clear and expectations were reasonable. Thank you Nordic Hill Manor! We loved our stay!
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10/10 Excellent

Maxwell D.

Perfect venue

This venue was incredible. We used as much of the venue as we could and yet there was still so much space. This was great as we could really spread out in a way we often cannot at other venues. The amenities were great, the rooms were all incredible, and the kitchen was large enough for many of us to cook in at the same time. The theater room was a highlight and really sold movie night. I'm definitely going to have to stay here again!
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10/10 Excellent

Roxanne A.

Fantastic weekend in a great space!

Our group loved staying here. There was plenty of space for everyone. We will definitely stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

Kirsten D.

Outstanding location, excellent support and communication with the host.

This property is one-of-a-kind! Not only is the facility something to behold, with it's amenities and services, but the support and communication from the host is outstanding. They were very responsive to all our needs and provided an amazing weekend stay that will not be forgotten. All we can say is if you get a chance to stay at the Nordic Hill Manor, do so! You will not regret it.
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10/10 Excellent

Ashlee G.

Great for a Bachelorette weekend

Perfect place for a large group of us. Still felt private enough because most people got their own bedrooms. Plenty of spaces to gather and enjoy activities in the common spaces.
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Fantastically Fun!

Staying at the Nordic Hill Manor was incredibly fun. Our large group was able to fit easily and we had plenty of space to hang out without feeling too on top of one another. We enjoyed using the very well stocked kitchen and even watched a movie in the theater. The great room made gathering as a group very simple and the dining area was able to accommodate and seat everybody. We enjoyed finding everyone's perfect glass in the bar area and overall had an amazing time. Heinz was very responsive and answered all my questions quickly. He also went above and beyond to mail us an item we'd left behind. Overall I would gladly stay here again and I am very grateful to have found such a lovely place with such a warm host to spend our weekend.
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan G.

Another fantastic stay at Nordic Hill Manor

We've been coming to Nordic Hill Manor for retreats for years now. The space is unmatched and the hosts are always extremely responsive and helpful. Can't wait to come back!
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10/10 Excellent

Pedro R.

Great experience

The house is huge, lots of room for the family to stretch around , lots of privacy, car parking, not to even mention the giant kitchen space to cook! I loved the place and will highly recommend your stay here !
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Magical Experience

Our stay was simply perfect. The manor has every amenity we could dream of and for our really large party of people there was a place for each person to find a comfortable spot. Some people preferred socializing at the bar section while others needed to retreat to the massive theater. It was so nice to let the kids run wild through the fields and along the giant chess set. This is the ideal location for people to be together but always find a place they can duck out and relax. It feels like it's own magical kingdom. I simply cannot recommend this venue enough!
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10/10 Excellent

William S.

This place "gets it"

Nordic Hill Manor gets it, when it comes to providing an escape from the ordinary, and a beautiful venue for any type of event. I was pleasantly surprised from the minute I drove up the drive and saw the tower of the castle. Upon entering the front door, I felt like I was royalty. The guest rooms are spacious and provide more than enough room to spread out and get comfortable. The bathrooms are well appointed and comfortable. The kitchen has everything (yes, everything) a gourmet chef needs to prepare an exquisite breakfast, luncheon or dinner. When it comes to relaxation, the massage chairs, hot tub and theater provide more than enough of an escape. We were at Nordic Hill Manor for my daughter's wedding, and I'd love to come back for each and every anniversary celebration.
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon o.

So much fun

We loved our stay here and we had plenty of rooms and things to do for our party of 12. Everything was well stocked too.
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10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

An incredible getaway for large groups!

Nordic Hill Manor is a wonderful space for large groups with so much room for activities. With three floors, a theater, and an expansive deck, is the perfect venue for family reunions, corporate getaways, birthday parties, and more.

10/10 Excellent

Jay B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Luxury and style as advertised

Fantastic manor estate with all the amenities you could hope for. A great event destination. Relaxing rural setting.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nathan D.

Great place!

We had four different families in the house. All had plenty of room. We even had enough for an 18-year-old that wanted his own room unexpectedly when we arrived. Definitely would love to go back. Lots of stuff to do around the property from hiking to playing the yard games to watching movies to playing all of the fun pool and billiard games downstairs. The bar was a great place to gather before dinner and have a cocktail with the adults as the kids played around the house. The owner of the property came and filled the hot tub and made sure it was up to temp. Very responsive and helpful. The kitchen was nicely stocked with tools and equipment to use. A relatively short drive to downtown Poulsbo which is a great community to walk around in and look at the shops and the water. We also went to Bainbridge Island. Though that was a much busier area to be still beautiful and close to get to. That being said there's plenty to do at the house and not really a necessity to leave but nice that there are places around that are fun to explore. Thank you for sharing this property with the public and allowing us to create some family memories. We look forward to coming back! We look forward to coming back!

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nordic Hill Manor 2024 Reunion

This was definitely a once in a lifetime opportunity to stay in a “real castle”. This 10,000 square foot property had plenty of bedrooms, bathrooms, and space to keep our family group of 14 happy for two days and nights. We loved the grand staircase, beautiful bar area, fantastic kitchen where we all prepared meals together, huge dinning room that seats 25 where we played games laughing and having fun for hours. Did I mention the elevator, theater, spa in the turret or the massage chairs which we loved. We also took advantage of the extra large outdoor chess and checkers boards along with horse shoe pits. Yes there were minor maintenance issues which did not impact our overall enjoyment of the property and they have been communicated with the host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Magical stay

My friends and I had an absolutely magical stay at Nordic Hill Manor! It is a literal castle and absolutely beautiful inside and out. The house was clean and well-appointed, and the host was responsive and helpful! 10/10 would definitely come back here again! (We're already talking about it. 😊)
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10/10 Excellent

Conner B.

Great Modern "Castle"

More bedrooms than you can shake a stick at. All really good finishes. The bar is the best I've ever seen. Plenty of space for kids to run around and hang out in the movie theater room. Most bedrooms have their own bathroom. This is a great place if you can afford it. 15 minutes from downtown Poulsbo which one of the most amazing small towns in Washington.

10/10 Excellent

Shantel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Corporate Retreat at the Comfy Castle

Overall, house was wonderful and fully equipped. Immense space and tons of areas to explore. Rooms are well stocked and equipped, there is literally something for everyone.There is a fully equipped bar area, very large dinning room. Home was lovingly quaint, impressive and inviting. Beautiful kitchen with everything you could ever need, including 2 ovens a large stove and even a ice cream maker, just really great amenities. Very spacious and comfortable. All of our needs were met. And as an added bonus the back of the house is a host to many, many, many frogs who lovingly sang us to sleep, lol. Thank you sooo much
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024