The House of the Seven Gables is one of America’s oldest homes still in existence today – it was built in 1668! But that is not the only thing that makes this house so special. It is also the place where Nathaniel Hawthorne wrote some of his famous novels, which were inspired by the historic setting.
This black-and-red home looks like it’s straight out of a horror film. But, hey, the tourists love it. Also in Massachusetts: The Mount, located in Massachusetts, is Edith Wharton’s 1902 country home, and it is an example of the principles written in her book “The Decoration of Houses.”
Arizona - Wrigley Mansion
In 1929, William Wrigley, Jr., aka the creator of the Wrigley chewing gum, started his journey to build his Spanish colonial-style mansion. It was built on a large hilltop overlooking the city of Phoenix. Even though he died shortly after the mansion was completed, the spirit of the home remains alive.
Today, it serves as a museum as well as events host, holding weddings, festivals, concerts, and more. It also boasts a fancy restaurant that visitors flock to. Also in Arizona: Scottsdale’s Taliesin West used to be the winter home of Frank Lloyd Wright, and now it serves as the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture.
Michigan - The Henry Ford Estate
This was the home of Henry Ford and his wife Clara from 1915 to 1950. They wanted this house not only because of the architectural popularity it had, but also because it set them aside from the public eye. The house has a gorgeous stone exterior, and it is planted on a whopping 1,300 acres of land.
The 56-room mansion is open to the public today for tours. Also in Michigan: The self-titled Alden B. Dow Home & Studio is the home of the 20th-century architect who is well-known for being an influence in curating the modern style native to Michigan.
Connecticut - Mark Twain House
Originally known as The Hartford Home, Mark Twain’s adult home was built in 1874 and has now become the Mark Twain House and Museum. During his time in this home, he wrote the classic "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer." This home still holds the elegant and well-crafted interior and exterior that encompasses the Gothic Revival style.
The residence today hosts weddings and tours, as well as holds events primarily centered on books. Also in Connecticut: The Glass House was built in 1948 through 1949. It was designed to be a residence for and by Philip Johnson, and now it has evolved into a house museum.
New York - Oheka Castle
Huntington’s Oheka Castle is perhaps one of the best-preserved lavish estates that put Long Island on the map, to begin with. It still remains the second-largest private residence to exist in the United States. Additionally, it has made numerous appearances in famous films, such as "Citizen Kane," and it is rumored to be an inspiration for Gatsby’s mansion in "The Great Gatsby."
In the late 90s, it was converted into a hotel which it still stands as today. Weddings are popular at the estate, including those of many celebrities. Also in New York: Sagamore Hill was the home of Theodore Roosevelt from 1885 to 1919. It is also known as “The Summer White House.”