Meyer's Castle, Tudor Revival residence in Dyer, Indiana, US
Meyer's Castle is a Tudor Revival building in Dyer, Indiana, with 43 rooms and terraced gardens planted with native species on the surrounding grounds. The property features a grand entrance hall, multiple dining areas, and an elevator connecting three floors.
The building was constructed between 1929 and 1931 by architect Cosbey Bernard Sr. for botanist Joseph Meyer, who lived there until 1950. Work began at the very start of the Great Depression, when projects of this size were rarely undertaken.
European craftsmen created detailed wood carvings throughout the interior, with oak work clearly visible in the entrance hall and living areas. The craftsmanship follows traditional European techniques brought over specifically for this American project.
The property has both a north and a south entrance, so it is worth deciding in advance which part of the building you want to see first. The elevator connects all three floors, making it easy to move around even without using the stairs.
The estate sits at the highest point of Lake County, and artifacts linked to the Sauk and Potawatomi peoples were found near the building site. This means the land was a place of activity for Native communities long before the current structure was built.
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