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One of the oddest castles you’ll ever see is for sale in Alabama. Take a peek inside

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Exterior of the castle Screen grab from Zillow

A home called the Castle at Smith Lake is the living embodiment of elegance both inside and out with a very unique twist: Its eye-catching design.

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Exterior Screen grab from Zillow

And now it’s on the Bremen, Alabama, real estate market for $4.9 million.

Exterior
Exterior Screen grab from Zillow

Photos reveal why the four-bedroom, four-bathroom residence is so captivating as it sits idle on the cliff side, overlooking the serene water.

Living room
Living room Screen grab from Zillow

“The Castle at Smith Lake, the iconic lakeside residence that embodies luxury and exclusivity,” the listing on Arc Realty Co. said.

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Interior Screen grab from Zillow

“Built in 1980, this extraordinary gated home offers unparalleled 180’ views and a sense of privacy that only The Castle can provide. The two story solarium captivates you with stunning natural sunlight throughout the day.”

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Bathroom Screen grab from Zillow

Features of the “one-of-a-kind home,” per the listing, include:

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Bedroom Screen grab from Zillow
  • Open kitchen and family room plan

  • Three fireplaces

  • Stone staircase

  • Multiple decks

  • Gazebo

  • Grilling patio

  • Boat dock

  • Fish house

  • Workshop

  • Dramatic high ceilings

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Bathroom Screen grab from Zillow

The 4,974-square-foot home also sits on six acres.

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Bedroom Screen grab from Zillow

Bremen is about 45 miles north of Birmingham.

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Deck area Screen grab from Zillow
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This story was originally published July 11, 2023 at 4:57 PM with the headline "One of the oddest castles you’ll ever see is for sale in Alabama. Take a peek inside."

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TJ Macías is a Real-Time national sports reporter for McClatchy based out of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Formerly, TJ covered the Dallas Mavericks and Texas Rangers beat for numerous media outlets including 24/7 Sports and Mavs Maven (Sports Illustrated). Twitter: @TayloredSiren
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