FOR SALE: CASTLE and KINGDOM in Allegan, Michigan

The center piece of your kingdom is a meticulously crafted home surrounded by a courtyard and rolling greens, carved out of 63 acres in a hardwood forest. the castle was lovingly built by its current owner with an amazing passion for European history and Gothic architecture. Your neighborhood is an idyllic setting of rolling hills, orchards and meadows in Western Michigan. You're close to the shores of Lake Michigan, major shopping centers, and top-notch schools.

The castle features almost 8,000 sq. ft of floor space on three levels . . . a total of 31 rooms. Walking into the great hall from the front entry you're tempted to ask for an audience with King Arthur. But the Medieval ambience is balanced with all the comforts of modern living . . . large family room, music room, library, elevator, and plenty of open spaces for a home entertainment system, and business office. It's all custom built.

The interior is a dazzling blend of grand spaces, cozy nooks, and European accents. The floors are a blend of hardwoods and slate. The wall treatments make tasteful transitions between the rustic wood-stained fir and limestone. Each of the 8 bedrooms has a assortment of accompanying tiled baths. And the spacious kitchen is appointed with custom cabinets, Sub-Zero® refrigerator, a Thermador® stove and two ovens, 2-door dishwasher, a tiled island with built-in wine rack, and granite counters.

On the exterior, you'll see one wondrous architectural innovation after another . . . a soaring tower, turrets and decks. the masonry craftsmanship blends fields and limestone with windows trimmed in tumbled brick, and hand-finished stucco accents trimmed in cedar.

Ready for the regal life? The castle will be your ultimate ownership.