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Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, NH

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Castle in the Clouds

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.

  • #historic mansion
  • #lakes region
  • #hiking trails
  • #waterfalls
  • #house tour

Good to know

General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Castle in the Clouds, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Sport & Outdoor
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    The Loon Center

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    A wildlife sanctuary and visitor center devoted to New Hampshire's common loons.

    4.1 mi awaySwitch it up: Sport & Outdoor

  • Sightseeing
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    Sandwich Fair

    Under $25

    A classic New Hampshire county fair with livestock, exhibits, and Columbus Day weekend crowds.

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  • Sport & Outdoor
    Outdoor Adventure

    Fay's Boat Yard

    $50+

    Full service marina on Lake Winnipesaukee offering boat rentals, sales, storage and repair.

    11 mi awaySwitch it up: Sport & Outdoor

  • Tours
    Family Favorite

    M/S Mount Washington

    $25–$50

    Board the historic M/S Mount Washington at Weirs Beach for a narrated cruise past the islands and mountains of Lake Winnipesaukee.

    11 mi awaySwitch it up: Tours

  • Sightseeing
    Outdoor Adventure

    White Mountains

    Free

    New Hampshire's mountain playground, home to Mount Washington, Franconia Notch, and the Kancamagus Highway.

    28 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Western White Mountains

    Free

    Visitor hub for the Lincoln, Woodstock and Franconia Notch region of New Hampshire's White Mountains.

    28 mi awayMore like this