Hundred Oaks Castle

Hundred Oaks Castle is a Victorian mansion in Winchester that sits on a hilltop with ornate wooden details and decorative finishes throughout its exterior and interior. The five-story structure blends plantation heritage with castle-like architectural features, creating a distinctive residential monument.

The property began as a two-story plantation house in 1830 and underwent dramatic expansion and redesign in the late 1880s when Arthur Marks transformed it into a castle. This renovation marked a shift from its original plantation function to an ambitious residential statement.

The house once served as a monastery for the Paulist Fathers, housing a religious community for half a century. Visitors can still sense this monastic chapter when walking through its rooms.

The castle is open to visitors through guided tours organized by the Bramlett Family Foundation throughout the year. Spring and fall offer the most comfortable visiting conditions, and the grounds around the building are worth exploring during your tour.

The name comes from the oak trees that Arthur Marks counted on his property before undertaking the castle transformation. This curious inventory of trees led him to rename the estate and inspired the ambitious renovation that followed.

Location: Winchester

Inception: 1889

GPS coordinates: 35.17944,-86.12250

Latest update: December 14, 2025 15:01