Castle in the Clouds

Castle in the Clouds is a sightseeing stop in Moultonborough, NH, part of the White Mountains guide. Cost: under $25. Mansion open daily May 23 through October 25, 2026; grounds and trails open sunrise to sunset year-round.

455 Old Mountain Rd · Moultonborough, NH

Why you should go…

Castle in the Clouds is the mountaintop estate that shoe manufacturer Thomas Plant built in 1913 and 1914 and named Lucknow. You tour the 16-room Craftsman-style mansion, which was fitted with innovations rare for its day, such as a circular shower and a central vacuum system. The estate overlooks Lake Winnipesaukee, and 28 miles of trails cross the property, including a short walk to the Falls of Song. The Carriage House holds a restaurant.

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