When you think of castles, medieval Europe probably comes to mind, not the rolling hills of Georgia.
But surprisingly, the Peach State is home to a handful of impressive castles, from storybook-style stone towers to elaborate private estates.
According to Castlesy, a site that tracks real-life castles around the world, there are six unique castles tucked away across Georgia.
Here's where to find them and why each one is worth a visit.
The Castle Inn
The Castle Inn in Helen offers a cozy stay with a touch of Bavarian charm. Rooms overlook either Main Street or the Chattahoochee River, and downtown is just steps away.
Cagle Castle
Cagle Castle, also known as "Dwarf Castle," is a private home tucked away in Alpharetta, at the corner of Arnold Mill and Cagle Roads.
Though you can't go inside, it's worth a drive-by to admire. It was built in 1950 by a truck driver who promised his wife a castle.
Rockhill Castle
RockHill Castle in Barnesville, sits on 22 acres of land and is perfect for events like weddings, parties, and more.
The property features a castle with an outdoor tavern, restrooms, and space for food and receptions.
Uhuberg Eagle Owl Castle
Uhuburg is a Renaissance-style castle located just outside Helen, in the scenic foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Visitors can walk along its high stone walls, climb its towers, admire thought-provoking murals, or even spend the night in a castle chamber.
The Castle at Wildwood Gardens
The Castle at Wildwood Gardens, located in Waco, is a newly built venue designed to resemble a classic fairy-tale castle.
Surrounded by gardens, it serves as a unique location for weddings and special events.
Rhodes Hall
Rhodes Hall, built in 1904 in Atlanta, is one of the city’s few remaining historic mansions from that era.
Designed in the Romanesque Revival style by architect Willis F. Denny II, it was built for wealthy furniture dealer Amos Giles Rhodes and inspired by his travels through Germany, according to its website.
Once called “Le Rêve” (“The Dream”), the home was one of the grandest on Peachtree Street at the time.
Today, Rhodes Hall is open to the public for guided historical tours and remains an important example of Victorian architecture in Atlanta.
Vanessa Countryman is the Trending Topics Reporter for the the Deep South Connect Team Georgia. Email her at [email protected]m.
This article originally appeared on Augusta Chronicle: Does Georgia have any castles?
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