7/21/2024
This was a very beautiful and unique property! Highlands Castle has an incredible view of Lake George and the surrounding mountains. It was very private and the Castle Gatehouse, where we stayed, was nice. John was very responsive and very friendly during our stay. I would strongly recommend this castle for a unique stay in Bolton Landing!
Tony & Sphoorthi Chiaravotti
7/15/2024
John,
My fiance, Anushka, and I got engaged! She was thrilled with the weekend and even told me, "Wow, this is really the perfect place for a proposal", much to my chagrin. The Castle Gatehouse is very unique and made for a memorable stay for both our families. Enjoy the rest of your summer. We can definitely see ourselves returning in the future! Sashank.
My fiance, Anushka, and I got engaged! She was thrilled with the weekend and even told me, "Wow, this is really the perfect place for a proposal", much to my chagrin. The Castle Gatehouse is very unique and made for a memorable stay for both our families. Enjoy the rest of your summer. We can definitely see ourselves returning in the future! Sashank.
Sashank Parigi & Anushka
7/15/2024
John & Yvonne,
Turning 50 is definitely a milestone, and being here with my husband was truly a dream come true. There is something so calming and refreshing about being surrounded by nature and water. I will be forever grateful for staying here. Thank you for welcoming us into your home. This stay will forever change my life.
With Love,
Turning 50 is definitely a milestone, and being here with my husband was truly a dream come true. There is something so calming and refreshing about being surrounded by nature and water. I will be forever grateful for staying here. Thank you for welcoming us into your home. This stay will forever change my life.
With Love,
Kristine & Karl Kazmierczak from Florida
7/10/2024
John & Yvonne,
Thank you so much for this fairytale experience. The attention to every little detail in this castle is astounding. Your passion and creativity are evidenced in every nook & cranny.
The time we spent reminiscing and reconnecting will be a memory Mary and I will cherish for a lifetime! Thank you for your kindness, generous hospitality, and willingness to share this magical place with others!
Sincerely,
Thank you so much for this fairytale experience. The attention to every little detail in this castle is astounding. Your passion and creativity are evidenced in every nook & cranny.
The time we spent reminiscing and reconnecting will be a memory Mary and I will cherish for a lifetime! Thank you for your kindness, generous hospitality, and willingness to share this magical place with others!
Sincerely,
Mary MacIntosh & Jess Pickowicz
6/27/2024
John & Yvonne,
Thank you for a wonderful getaway to celebrate our 13th anniversary and our 39th birthday. The decor, the view, the quiet... it was everything we were looking for!
Thanks again,
Thank you for a wonderful getaway to celebrate our 13th anniversary and our 39th birthday. The decor, the view, the quiet... it was everything we were looking for!
Thanks again,
Matt & Melanie Schwartz
6/23/2024
Thank you for opening up your beautiful home to us and for allowing us to feel like royalty this weekend. Highlands Castle is absolutely beautiful, from the breathtaking views of Lake George to the actual castle itself. We had a wonderful time here. Thank you again for your kindness and hospitality. We've made lifelong memories during this trip.
From Sweta, Samali, Samir, Sonal, and Sanaya
From Sweta, Samali, Samir, Sonal, and Sanaya
The Shaw Family
6/17/2024
Alexzander & I love real architecture, traveling the world, and scenic views. We often tour castles, most are museums open to all visitors.
John greeted us upon our arrival and I was in awe that this was his home. He started to explain the heartwarming history of the castle as we walked to the scenic balcony and John mentioned a photographer was visiting that day to take pictures of the property that he needed to speak with briefly (and walked away). I paid it no mind and continued to soak in the view of the lake! Aexz went down on one knee and popped the question! What a surprise, a beautiful ring, view, and fiancé!
Not only was their beauty in the moment, the stone of the castle and the view - but the beauty of John & Yvonne made our special weekend an experience to remember, deeply engraved in our hearts.
John & Yvonne, you both are unforgettable people that Alexzander & I will remember forever. Thank you for treating us like family. We will be back, hopefully, one day with our future little ones!
Love,
Morsal & Alexzander
PS: Kiss Major & Bella for us!
John greeted us upon our arrival and I was in awe that this was his home. He started to explain the heartwarming history of the castle as we walked to the scenic balcony and John mentioned a photographer was visiting that day to take pictures of the property that he needed to speak with briefly (and walked away). I paid it no mind and continued to soak in the view of the lake! Aexz went down on one knee and popped the question! What a surprise, a beautiful ring, view, and fiancé!
Not only was their beauty in the moment, the stone of the castle and the view - but the beauty of John & Yvonne made our special weekend an experience to remember, deeply engraved in our hearts.
John & Yvonne, you both are unforgettable people that Alexzander & I will remember forever. Thank you for treating us like family. We will be back, hopefully, one day with our future little ones!
Love,
Morsal & Alexzander
PS: Kiss Major & Bella for us!
Morsal & Alexzander Thompson
5/28/2024
I told my Mom I knew this would be the highlight of our trip, and it most certainly was! The house is almost as beautiful & wonderful as its owners. We are so grateful for the kind hospitality. We love you all (pups included)!Caitlin & Mom (Lori) from New Mexico
Caitlin & Lori Allen
4/28/2024
This has truly been an incredible getaway.
Adam's 40th birthday will be unforgettable. Your castle is amazing and the love story behind why you created it. We love the detail and thought put into each room.
Thank you for sharing your amazing home with us. It was a pleasure to meet you both and the pups. We would love to come back again!
Adam, Samantha, and Alden
Jericho, VT
Adam's 40th birthday will be unforgettable. Your castle is amazing and the love story behind why you created it. We love the detail and thought put into each room.
Thank you for sharing your amazing home with us. It was a pleasure to meet you both and the pups. We would love to come back again!
Adam, Samantha, and Alden
Jericho, VT
Adam & Samantha Ovitt-Boyer
4/28/2024
John & Yvonne,
We can't thank you enough for sharing your beautiful home with us, Sam, Adam, and Alden. Your vision and imagination are inspiring and truly made this weekend magical. The hospitality you, Yvonne (Bella & Major) have shown us is second to none.
Thank you for a special weekend,
Joe & Brandy
North Hero, VT
We can't thank you enough for sharing your beautiful home with us, Sam, Adam, and Alden. Your vision and imagination are inspiring and truly made this weekend magical. The hospitality you, Yvonne (Bella & Major) have shown us is second to none.
Thank you for a special weekend,
Joe & Brandy
North Hero, VT
Joe & Brandy Latimer
4/22/2024
John & Yvonne,
Thank you for a wonderful stay at eh Castle Gatehouse. This beautiful home, lovingly built and adorned with magical treasures, enchants the heart and soul of those so lucky to stay here. This was an idyllic setting to give my mother the opportunity to escape from the worry of her failing memory and aging body to indulge in the wonder and beauty of the castles and the special solitude of this spectacular setting.
With Joy and Gratitude,
Wendy
San Diego, CA
Thank you for a wonderful stay at eh Castle Gatehouse. This beautiful home, lovingly built and adorned with magical treasures, enchants the heart and soul of those so lucky to stay here. This was an idyllic setting to give my mother the opportunity to escape from the worry of her failing memory and aging body to indulge in the wonder and beauty of the castles and the special solitude of this spectacular setting.
With Joy and Gratitude,
Wendy
San Diego, CA
Wendy Roy
4/9/2024
John & Yvonne (also Bella & Major!),
You are all such gracious hosts. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay with you. Your castle is amazing a obviously a true labor of love. It was a wonderful experience staying here. The Solar eclipse 4/8/24 was spectacular and we could not have chosen a better place to celebrate this celestial phenomenon! (We'll miss Bella!)
Joe & Laura,
New Ciry, NY
You are all such gracious hosts. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay with you. Your castle is amazing a obviously a true labor of love. It was a wonderful experience staying here. The Solar eclipse 4/8/24 was spectacular and we could not have chosen a better place to celebrate this celestial phenomenon! (We'll miss Bella!)
Joe & Laura,
New Ciry, NY
Joe & Laura Alfassa
4/4/2024
John & Yvonne,
You have been amazing hosts and we appreciate all of your help in creating the fairytale dream. The castle and the decor are magical and I cannot imagine a more beautiful setting. Every single nook and cranny has been exquisitely decorated to transport you across the pond to a Scottish castle, and having visited many, I can tell you - your home is magnificent and truly reminiscent of my ancestor's homeland. You also went above and beyond, thank you for that. Everyone was truly impressed with what you have done here! Thank you for allowing me to play your mother's piano and for letting Paul borrow a dress shirt!. I hope that someday we are able to return to your elegant and stately castle for another visit, but until then, I will just say "Tapadh leat" 'Lang may yer lum reek'.
Sincerely,
Ellie & Paul, Sarah & Jacob,
You have been amazing hosts and we appreciate all of your help in creating the fairytale dream. The castle and the decor are magical and I cannot imagine a more beautiful setting. Every single nook and cranny has been exquisitely decorated to transport you across the pond to a Scottish castle, and having visited many, I can tell you - your home is magnificent and truly reminiscent of my ancestor's homeland. You also went above and beyond, thank you for that. Everyone was truly impressed with what you have done here! Thank you for allowing me to play your mother's piano and for letting Paul borrow a dress shirt!. I hope that someday we are able to return to your elegant and stately castle for another visit, but until then, I will just say "Tapadh leat" 'Lang may yer lum reek'.
Sincerely,
Ellie & Paul, Sarah & Jacob,
Ellie Hadity, Paul Snyder, Barb & Ron Stouffer
4/4/2024
John & Yvonne,
We cannot express enough gratitude for your caring & generosity throughout these past couple of days.
The Highlands Castle will forever have the most wonderful memory in our hearts celebrating my 30th birthday!
Your castle has been an absolute dream come true, with the most beautiful backdrops inside and out, to every little detail in the house! It's way cooler than Disney!
How incredible is it to actually stay at the castle with our families and then get to keep a memory mug! We wish you many years to come hosting and we look forward to staying again for an anniversary!
Always,
Jacob & Sarah
Utica, NY
We cannot express enough gratitude for your caring & generosity throughout these past couple of days.
The Highlands Castle will forever have the most wonderful memory in our hearts celebrating my 30th birthday!
Your castle has been an absolute dream come true, with the most beautiful backdrops inside and out, to every little detail in the house! It's way cooler than Disney!
How incredible is it to actually stay at the castle with our families and then get to keep a memory mug! We wish you many years to come hosting and we look forward to staying again for an anniversary!
Always,
Jacob & Sarah
Utica, NY
Jacob & Sarah Hadity-Stouffer
3/25/2024
Dear John & Yvonne,
What a dream come true, snowed in at a castle! You couldn't ask for a more fairytale weekend! Thank you for the opportunity to gift the love of my life such a wonderful dream stay at your castle and home. We will certainly remember this weekend and plan on returning to make more wonderful memories. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
Yours,
Jim & Lisa
Oriskany Falls, NY
What a dream come true, snowed in at a castle! You couldn't ask for a more fairytale weekend! Thank you for the opportunity to gift the love of my life such a wonderful dream stay at your castle and home. We will certainly remember this weekend and plan on returning to make more wonderful memories. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
Yours,
Jim & Lisa
Oriskany Falls, NY
Jim Galler & Lisa Angle
3/23/2024
"WHAT A SURPRISE, THIS WAS THE BEST BIRTHDAY PRESENT!"Thank you for helping me make a special birthday full of awesome moments for my princess.
We loved everything about our visit.
Thank you for all you did for us and all the others who have passed through these doors and stayed in your care.
Brian & Shannon Schroyer
Concord, NH
(Brian is an ART TEACHER at St. Paul's College)
Brian & Shannon Schroyer
3/19/2024
Dear John & Yvonne,
Thank you for a wonderful & magical honeymoon getaway! As we approached your castle, I could hardly contain my joy at the sight of your outstanding home! My husband Michael knows my love of fairytales and architecture and surprised me with a stay here at Highlands Castle to celebrate our wedding day (March 16th, 2024)! My heart cannot begin to express just how grateful Micheal & I are for the opportunity to stay in your home! Bless you both,
Michael & Sophia
Thank you for a wonderful & magical honeymoon getaway! As we approached your castle, I could hardly contain my joy at the sight of your outstanding home! My husband Michael knows my love of fairytales and architecture and surprised me with a stay here at Highlands Castle to celebrate our wedding day (March 16th, 2024)! My heart cannot begin to express just how grateful Micheal & I are for the opportunity to stay in your home! Bless you both,
Michael & Sophia
Michael & Sophia Leone
3/17/2024
John & Yvonne,
I had a deep calling to visit this magical and mystical castle you created. We will cherish these past four days forever. We dread going back to New York City but will come back soon to experience the 'Royal Bedroom' and the 'Castle Cottage' after that! It's truly special to have met you both, and I will always value our great conversation. We’ll always be grateful for the hospitality, warmth, and kindness you showed my wife and me.
Your friends,
Walter & Sefora
Lake Hiawatha, NJ
I had a deep calling to visit this magical and mystical castle you created. We will cherish these past four days forever. We dread going back to New York City but will come back soon to experience the 'Royal Bedroom' and the 'Castle Cottage' after that! It's truly special to have met you both, and I will always value our great conversation. We’ll always be grateful for the hospitality, warmth, and kindness you showed my wife and me.
Your friends,
Walter & Sefora
Lake Hiawatha, NJ
Walter & Sefora Stojchevski
3/9/2024
Hi John,
When reading the comments of all the people who had the opportunity to visit your castle, and above all, the very pleasant impression of the quality of person that you are John, and the great motivation that you still carry within you, telling how you built this beautiful place, and the different anecdotes that you experienced, I only have to confirm the veracity of all this, since you make one immerse themselves in your stories and live them, together with your narration. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your great hospitality. This was, from you, a beautiful 34th wedding anniversary gift. Hoping to see each other again.
Your friends,
Guillermo and Elena
Fairfield, CT
When reading the comments of all the people who had the opportunity to visit your castle, and above all, the very pleasant impression of the quality of person that you are John, and the great motivation that you still carry within you, telling how you built this beautiful place, and the different anecdotes that you experienced, I only have to confirm the veracity of all this, since you make one immerse themselves in your stories and live them, together with your narration. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your great hospitality. This was, from you, a beautiful 34th wedding anniversary gift. Hoping to see each other again.
Your friends,
Guillermo and Elena
Fairfield, CT
Guillermo & Elena Marcela
2/23/2024
John & Yvonne,
Thank you so much for opening your beautiful home to us! You both were so warm and welcoming and we had such a great time. Your property is a hidden gem with the absolute best views of Lake George and the Adirondacks and we could tell so much hard work and love went into everything!
Stay well,
The Majewski's - Anthony, Jenn, Aubree & Jackson
Buffalo, NY - GO BILLS!
Thank you so much for opening your beautiful home to us! You both were so warm and welcoming and we had such a great time. Your property is a hidden gem with the absolute best views of Lake George and the Adirondacks and we could tell so much hard work and love went into everything!
Stay well,
The Majewski's - Anthony, Jenn, Aubree & Jackson
Buffalo, NY - GO BILLS!
Anthony & Jenn Majewski
2/22/2024
Yvonne & John,
What can we say that has not been written by countless others whose lives you have touched?
The story. The castle. The four of you (shoutout to Bella & Major!).
We leave here feeling like we just spent time with old friends.
As it was meant to be.
Life is good!
Kathy & Dana
West Chazy, NY
What can we say that has not been written by countless others whose lives you have touched?
The story. The castle. The four of you (shoutout to Bella & Major!).
We leave here feeling like we just spent time with old friends.
As it was meant to be.
Life is good!
Kathy & Dana
West Chazy, NY
Dana & Kathy Poirier
2/16/2024
Thank you, John & Yvonne, for an unforgettable time at your home!
Our honeymoon was absolutely perfect, thanks to you. God bless you both for your kindness. xoxo to Belle & Major.
Lots of Love,
Matthew & Mercy
Kennett Square, PA
Our honeymoon was absolutely perfect, thanks to you. God bless you both for your kindness. xoxo to Belle & Major.
Lots of Love,
Matthew & Mercy
Kennett Square, PA
Matthew & Mercy Haught
1/1/2024
Dear John & Yvonne,
Thank you for a lovely stay. It was the perfect backdrop for our New Year's Eve celebration. The memories we made in the Castle Gatehouse & Highlands Castle will be ones we treasure for a lifetime. Thank you for welcoming us into your beautiful home and for the lovely photos. Hope to come back again!
Love,
Amy & Jeremy Ferguson
and Corey, Matt & Melinda
Thank you for a lovely stay. It was the perfect backdrop for our New Year's Eve celebration. The memories we made in the Castle Gatehouse & Highlands Castle will be ones we treasure for a lifetime. Thank you for welcoming us into your beautiful home and for the lovely photos. Hope to come back again!
Love,
Amy & Jeremy Ferguson
and Corey, Matt & Melinda
Jeremy & Amy Ferguson
11/26/2023
John & Yvonne,
Can't express enough how much of a wonderful time we've had! Thank you for your beautiful hospitality and we look forward to visiting again! And we love your dogs, Major & Bella, they are the best!
Peace, love, happiness, always,
John & Georgina
Can't express enough how much of a wonderful time we've had! Thank you for your beautiful hospitality and we look forward to visiting again! And we love your dogs, Major & Bella, they are the best!
Peace, love, happiness, always,
John & Georgina
Georgina & John Chopas
11/24/2023
John & Yvonne,
Thank you so very much for the opportunity to stay in your home. What a beautiful place! I will never forget the hospitality & memories. You have a beautiful family. Thank you for letting us share the holiday with you.
Best,
Julia & Nathan
Thank you so very much for the opportunity to stay in your home. What a beautiful place! I will never forget the hospitality & memories. You have a beautiful family. Thank you for letting us share the holiday with you.
Best,
Julia & Nathan
Julia Freeman & Nathan
11/12/2023
John & Yvonne,
Thank you for an awesome 'Sweet 16' experience!
We had a great time in The Castle Cottage and the view is amazing!
Erin, Angel, and Bella Quintero with friends Grace, Trinity & Sara
Thank you for an awesome 'Sweet 16' experience!
We had a great time in The Castle Cottage and the view is amazing!
Erin, Angel, and Bella Quintero with friends Grace, Trinity & Sara
Quintero Family
11/12/2023
This place is 5 stars! Highlands Castle is beautiful with amazing views and John & Yvonne were incredibly helpful hosts!
Thank you,
Megan, Maria, Sophie, Lily, Sam, Matt, Beni & Leo
Thank you,
Megan, Maria, Sophie, Lily, Sam, Matt, Beni & Leo
Megan Howard
10/28/2023
John & Yvonne,
Thank you for your sincere and warm welcome to your magnificent 'castle in the sky.' I felt such an inner peace the moment I arrived. Your attention to detail is truly awe-inspiring! In every room, I could see your artistic vision in the choice of furniture, textiles, and in the architectural design of your unique estate. May you be blessed with good health and happiness for years to come.
With sincere affection and friendship,
Alfred
Thank you for your sincere and warm welcome to your magnificent 'castle in the sky.' I felt such an inner peace the moment I arrived. Your attention to detail is truly awe-inspiring! In every room, I could see your artistic vision in the choice of furniture, textiles, and in the architectural design of your unique estate. May you be blessed with good health and happiness for years to come.
With sincere affection and friendship,
Alfred
Alfred Nicolosi
10/6/2023
John & Yvonne,
Thank you so much for sharing your home with us. I selected Highlands Castle as the location for a surprise proposal, and everything went off without a hitch! Thank you for being such amazing hosts. Our stay at the castle is a memory we will cherish for years to come.
Mike St. Lawrence
Thank you for making our surprise engagement weekend so special! Your promise to build your son a castle was truly inspiring and the view is stunning from anywhere on the property.
Sincerely,
Future Mrs. Ally St. Lawrence
Thank you so much for sharing your home with us. I selected Highlands Castle as the location for a surprise proposal, and everything went off without a hitch! Thank you for being such amazing hosts. Our stay at the castle is a memory we will cherish for years to come.
Mike St. Lawrence
Thank you for making our surprise engagement weekend so special! Your promise to build your son a castle was truly inspiring and the view is stunning from anywhere on the property.
Sincerely,
Future Mrs. Ally St. Lawrence
Mike St. Lawrence & Ally
9/27/2023
John & Yvonne,
Thank you so much for this magical home that we got the privilege to stay in. The love that was put into this place shows in every detail. You two are amazing and we can't wait to come back here one day. This was the perfect stop on our honeymoon. Thank you for everything!
Ryan & Amanda Curtis (newlyweds)
Thank you so much for this magical home that we got the privilege to stay in. The love that was put into this place shows in every detail. You two are amazing and we can't wait to come back here one day. This was the perfect stop on our honeymoon. Thank you for everything!
Ryan & Amanda Curtis (newlyweds)
Ryan & Amanda Curtis
9/3/2023
Dear John & Yvonne,
Thank you so much for hosting us! My daughter's dream of living in a castle came true (finally at 25!). We were all enamored by how well-decorated the home was and the attention to detail. All the years of hard work in building this masterpiece are apparent. Thank you also for giving us recommendations on where to explore and giving us the history of this home and Bolton Landing! This was a magical getaway for our family thanks to you! This place will always hold a special place in our hearts.
The Mull Family
Thank you so much for hosting us! My daughter's dream of living in a castle came true (finally at 25!). We were all enamored by how well-decorated the home was and the attention to detail. All the years of hard work in building this masterpiece are apparent. Thank you also for giving us recommendations on where to explore and giving us the history of this home and Bolton Landing! This was a magical getaway for our family thanks to you! This place will always hold a special place in our hearts.
The Mull Family
The Mull Family
8/27/2023
John & Yvonne,
This place is amazing. We had a great time here. I appreciate every second. This is the type of place where fairytales come true and dreams are made. You have created a truly magical place.
Best wishes and thank you,
YiLin Li & Clifford Li, MD
This place is amazing. We had a great time here. I appreciate every second. This is the type of place where fairytales come true and dreams are made. You have created a truly magical place.
Best wishes and thank you,
YiLin Li & Clifford Li, MD
Clifford Li & YiLin Evelyn Li
8/27/2023
John & Yvonnne,
Thank you for your kindness & generosity during our visit. Our family had a wonderful time here. The views, special 'castle' touches to the decor, and just everything was wonderful. We hope to stay again sometime!
Best,
Gary, Ali, Ethan, Holden & Zadie
Thank you for your kindness & generosity during our visit. Our family had a wonderful time here. The views, special 'castle' touches to the decor, and just everything was wonderful. We hope to stay again sometime!
Best,
Gary, Ali, Ethan, Holden & Zadie
Gary & Ali Barnes
8/21/2023
Matt decided to surprise me for my 27th birthday and made me feel like a queen. Waking up to the lake view was a beautiful experience and exploring the area was a great adventure. We enjoyed going to Fort Ticonderoga on one of our day trips, but this castle was absolutely my favorite part!
Sincerely,
Maria & Matt
Sincerely,
Maria & Matt
Maria & Matthew Lotz
8/20/2023
John & Yvonne,
Thank you so much for the opportunity to stay at your beautiful home. Highlands Castle is a special place to your family, we know. Now it is a special place for us as well! We hope to return again to this beautiful castle.
God Bless,
Dan & Pam
Thank you so much for the opportunity to stay at your beautiful home. Highlands Castle is a special place to your family, we know. Now it is a special place for us as well! We hope to return again to this beautiful castle.
God Bless,
Dan & Pam
Dan & Pam Stiegler
8/10/2023
It's our 50th anniversary. I wanted something special & memorable. We couldn't have found a better place for those criteria! This place is awesome and its history is phenomenal. We truly loved being here and it won't be forgotten (until dementia sets in!)
Larry & Laura Marsh
Honeoye Falls, NY
Larry & Laura Marsh
Honeoye Falls, NY
Larry & Laura Marsh
