Redstone Castle
Redstone, Colorado, in addition to its rich, natural beauty, is home to a spectacular gem of turn-of-the-century American history. The Redstone Castle, which was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1971 by the Department of the Interior, was built in 1897 for American industrialist, John Cleveland Osgood. Construction was completed in 1902.
The manor, which graces the Crystal River Valley, was built as a hunting retreat, as well as a place to entertain other titans of industry. Rockefeller, Roosevelt, and Morgan were counted as guests here and they dined on the finest silver, china and crystal. Absolutely no expense was spared in its construction. To be able to admire such craftsmanship as leather-lined walls, carved wood paneling by Gustav Stickley, light fixtures by Louis Tiffany, and dramatic ironworks throughout is a real treat.
I was able to tour Redstone Castle a few summers ago, and while it is currently undergoing major restorations, it is projected to re-open in the spring of 2018. About an hour drive from Aspen, it is well worth a visit! Learn more at the Redstone Castle website.
a dramatic entry, flanked by lions
gate details
a view of the castle, which overlooks the Crystal River
view from the front terrace
Redstone Castle
National Register of Historic Places, placed in 1971
original buggy
my favorite detail – a wrought iron dragon fountain in the courtyard
dragon fountain
view from the courtyard
Great Hall
Great Hall
Music Parlor
Library featuring green leather walls
leather wall detail, and a photograph of Osgood
Library
campaign chairs from Osgood’s travels
Russian-inspired formal Dining Room
ceiling relief moulding
love a good door detail
Osgood’s wife, referred to as ‘Lady Bountiful’, hired a painter from Europe to paint this floral detail to conceal a mirror crack that developed in her bathroom
built-in wardrobe
fabulous fixtures
Game Room
Game Room
stairs to Game Room
cast brass globe lights, created by Louis Tiffany