Built in 1796, this castle-like construction for sale in coastal Maine looks like it’s fit for a king. And it is — the home was originally built for Governor William King, and now boasts regal touches that make it shine.

The miniature palace is set on a one-acre lot with stone walls, a fountain, statues, and perennial gardens, all surrounded by protected forestland and a private horse farm. Inside, the place is equally magical, with a grand wood-paneled sitting room, stained glass windows, beamed ceilings, and several fireplaces.

The home’s English country-style kitchen is graced with a large antique sink and basin, plus dark wood millwork and new, top-of-the-line appliances. Elsewhere in the house, you’ll find four bedrooms, three full baths, two half baths, a sunroom that’s been converted into a chapel, plus a gorgeous art studio in the attic. 

Outside, a sparkling new in-ground pool with a cabana and a fence overlooks the fields beyond it, where you can sometimes glimpse horses roaming the farm in the distance.

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When I finally start my first-ever house hunt, I know I’ll be searching for a home that stands apart from the others on the market. If you’re anything like me, you’re averse to cookie-cutter houses, and this ruby red jewel box of a condo is perfectly out of the ordinary. 

Situated not far from the bay in Berkeley, the condo appears more like a single-family home thanks to its exterior paint job and its fenced-in backyard. What first caught my attention, though — apart from the colorful exterior — was its charming backyard, complete with fruit trees, raised garden beds, and an airy ADU, or additional dwelling unit. Tucked behind the home, it offers high ceilings, a skylight window, and French doors. The space could be used as a guest room, home office, art studio, and more.

The main house, meanwhile, is impressive on its own. Three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a washer and dryer, multiple living areas, and a large eat-in kitchen round out its 1,500 square feet. Large closets, lots of windows, and updated hardware throughout seal the deal. 

Are you on the house hunt, or just the type of person who loves browsing real estate listings, even when you’re not in the market for a new home? Property Crush is a column where we feature actual real estate listings that get the Apartment Therapy seal of approval in regards to style (we haven’t done home inspections or anything, so don’t sue us). Know of a great house on the market? Email the listing to repitches@apartmenttherapy.com.