Reviews

Your castle is beautiful and the views are breathtaking. We saw and heard an owl while we were eating dinner on the terrace! We couldn't have found a better place to celebrate Wesley's birthday. We had a wonderful time and we hope to come back next year! Jen & Wesley

Jen & Wesley

John and his wife Yvonne are two of the most wonderful people we have ever met. Their home is absolutely incredible and the story behind it is even more incredible. There are not enough words to explain how wonderful our stay was at this hidden gem. The views are breathtaking. It was an amazing getaway from the hectic city life. We look forward to going back again to this magical place!
Clare, Casey & Keith

Clare, Casey, and Keith

Imagine yourself on the patio of your private castle. The view of Lake George is breathtaking. The sunset is spectacular. John was an amazing host. The home is beautiful and we will surely be back.

Sheila, Rick & Christian

First time visiting Lake George and with all the places to stay, Highlands Castle was indeed the best choice! The castle is beautiful and is central to all attractions. The view was amazing all day. We had an awesome and fun time! John & Yvonne were great hosts and we'll be visitng again soon!!! The Madlinger's

Rob, Mimi & Carmella

Dear John & Yvonne, Chantal, Audrey, and I can't even begin to describe our stay here. There are truly no words. The minute we stepped foot on this property we felt a sense of peace and serenity. Thank you for being such gracious hosts and for sharing your home with us! This place is beyond magical, serene & special. Your vision for this place is truly felt in every detail, every outline, every chair, and every figurine. We will definitely return to the 'castle'. Many Thanks. Sincerely, Leslie, Audrey & Chantal

Leslie, Audrey & Chantal

Thank you so much for having us over to your gorgeous castle! We had a great time and appreciate your 'welcome' and tour of your wonderful home. We both wish we could visit every week! We are planning to come back with the rest of the family in the near future. Stay well and God bless you! Love, Blanca & Mike

Blanca & Mike

Thank you for sharing your home & dream with us! This was truly the most relaxing, fun & exciting adventure! We can't wait to come back again!! Thank you, The Nessers (Ike, Maya, David, Leah, Mazal & Shoshana)

Ike & Maya

Highland Castle is one of those special places that you want to return to again and again. We can’t recommend this beautiful venue enough! The hospitality was outstanding, the venue was spotless and the view from the terrace, surreal. John - We absolutely loved your beautiful Castle! You and Yvonne could not have been nicer and we will definitely be back for another stay. Thank you! George and Linda Carroll

George & Linda

Thank you so much for having us! We were able to have such a huge milestone here... Our Engagement! We will pass down the story of the beauty of your castle as part of our love story. This place is truly magical and will always hold a place in our hearts. Love, The future Mrs. Roedel & Paul Roedel

Jackie & Paul

This is the most beautiful castle I have ever seen. It has a beautiful story everywhere! John & Yvonne are the warmest hosts we have ever met. My husband chose such a perfect place to celebrate our 5th anniversary. It will be an unforgettable memory for me.

Xiaosheng & Han

Dear John & Yvonne,
We live in Syracuse and stumbled upon your castle while browsing online - searching for a unique place to stay in the Lake George area. WOW! From the moment we saw the photos online - we all were enchanted... and agreed as a family that we needed to come. It was a pleasure to meet you both - you are very kind souls. There are endless beauties throughout the property, our favorites: the bookshelf doorway, the lions at the entrance, the angels, and the greenery framing the windows. The views are spectacular! We enjoyed looking onto the mountains and lake at all times throughout our stay, but especially at dawn. It was magical to see the sunrise paint the sky in the most vivid pinks and purples - plus see the clouds and mist. Thank you for sharing your beautiful castle - a most memorable experience for our family. Warmest Wishes! The Mann Family

Taylor & Julie

Thank you for showing us the magic in the world on Kim's birthday weekend. The memories made on our first trip here will be a constant reminder that there are beautiful people in the world. You both are very special and we look forward to seeing you again soon!

Cody & Kim

Thank you so much for your amazing hospitality. This place is truly a hidden gem and not only because of the gorgeous property. You two have put so much love into building this oasis. We appreciate you. We will come to visit again soon!

Frank & Kristen

Dear John & Yvonne, Thank you! Those two words don't seem big enough to express how much we want to say for the wonderful hospitality and energy you gave to our family! We had a WONDERFUL TIME!
The Iglehart's Jason, Dawn, Marvin, Clarissa & David

Jason & Dawn Iglehart

We had a fabulous stay in your castle. It truly was one of a kind, we felt like royalty! See you again soon!
The Russo family

Tommy & Dana

We’re from Buffalo NY and when my daughter showed me Highlands Castle, I said we had to go there! When we arrived, we couldn’t believe how beautiful it is. The property owners, John & Yvonne, are wonderful and kind people. When they realized that we came here to celebrate my husband’s 50th birthday, they gave us a delicious cake which made us feel very special and loved. Our family will always remember this special place. Now, all of my other family members and my Asian friends are asking me the same question… “Where is this castle?” They all want to come here! …And we don’t want to leave this beautiful castle with the amazing view! The Wong Family

Calvin, Quan, Suzanne & Cody Wong

It has been an absolutely fascinating birthday weekend! I am in such 'awe' and so genuinely happy. I love your Shepherds, they are gorgeous and friendly. This Lake George experience definitely could not have been any better without you both and your generous hearts for sharing your home with us. I can't wait to share this amazing experience with my friends and family. We will be back!
Much love, DF & CB

Dana & Charity

Friendliest hosts Lake George has ever seen, they placed a castle high among the trees. Looking down upon a pristine lake, so many pictures did we take. Our time here was filled with ease, so dear hosts you must continue to share please. Should you ever venture down yonder, know that you have PA friends to ponder. With gratitude & warmth.

Amy & Andrew

Thank you for being such a great host and letting us stay in your lovely Castle Cottage! We had a great time! The castle was amazing with an incredible view of the lake. It was a real-life fairytale. My friends and I had an excellent weekend and we'll definitely stay here again!

Kelsey & friends

The Highland Castles are magical, with breathtaking views of Lake George. We can see all the love and thought you put into building it. It is truly a work of art. John and Yvonne are amazing hosts that go above and beyond to make sure your experience is perfect. We can’t wait to visit the Castles on our next trip to Lake George!

Debbie, Sarah & Janet

Thank you for making our engagement weekend more magical than we could possibly dream of. Your home is truly beautiful and we appreciate you sharing it with us. We hope to visit you again soon!

Anmol & Nishil

Great hosts, great views, and a great place to stay. Skip the crowds down below and stay at John and Yvonne’s. Get takeout dinners and eat them on the patio high above lake George. Enjoy sleeping to the forest sounds. A wonderful place to relax for a couple of days in a spot that really has to be seen to be believed.

Jonathan & Dina & Moses

This weekend was the best, all thanks to your hospitality! Our engagement was magical. We will never forget these past two days! The views and the entire scenery were enchanting! Thank you for sharing your home and for allowing us to create memories here! Until next time!

Mell & Nick

The epitome of a Fourth of July weekend with my husband and children at the Castle Gatehouse. Located a couple of minutes from the center of town, and close to everything. John, the host to the Castle Gatehouse is highly professional, accommodating, and always available to communicate with, for any questions. The Castle Gatehouse was immaculate, the bedrooms, and other rooms of the house were spacious, mattresses and pillows were super comfy. Linens, towels, and throw blankets were adequately sufficient throughout the house. The furniture was sturdy, beautiful, and comfortable. The WIFI always worked throughout the house. The kitchen was fully equipped with all working appliances, cookware, and kitchen essentials. My family and I had a fantastic experience, and we will definitely revisit. I highly recommend the Castle Gatehouse when visiting Bolton Landing, NY. Thank you John and Yvonne for sharing your home, and making our stay pleasant. God bless -The Georgiades Family

Zoe & Achilleas

Thank you for sharing your beautiful home. We had a super comfortable stay. Will definitely recommend tp family and friends for future visits to Bolton Landing. Look forward to coming back.
Best, The Georgiades Family

Zoe & Achilleas

Thank you so much for allowing us to stay at your beautiful castle! We had a splendid time. Thank you for your outstanding hospitality. I had a birthday weekend I will never forget. I loved the personalized birthday note on the door! It made me feel very blessed. Our room was stunning and the view out the window is breathtaking. We'll have to come again for the years to come.

Matt & Megan

Thank you so much for the use of your gorgeous home! Such a wonderful place to stay! The love and care to every detail is so apparent. My three-year-old loved exploring every nook and cranny of "her castle". Look on Instagram for tags of her in her princess dresses! Can't wait to come back!

Jessica, Andrew, and Emma

Thank you for sharing your beautiful home and property with us. We are feeling relaxed, inspired, and in awe of all the beauty. We hope to come back again!

Meg, Mark, Nicole & Rocco

Thank you for a wonderful stay. Our 4-year old will always remember waking up at a beautiful castle on her birthday! Every thoughtful touch was appreciated. Thank you for being such gracious hosts and accommodating our young children.

Jared, Kayla, Blake, Olivia & Asher

Our dream is to live in a castle in the forest. I would never have imagined having a Royal Ball Anniversary party in one and that I would be asked to marry the love of my life in this most amazing and beautiful place. Thank you for helping create one of the most amazing days of my life! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with us!
Taesha & Alder Rose Blanchard

Taesha & Alder Rose Blanchard

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! We are so grateful for starting our life together here!

George & Lori

There are those that may not believe that "things happen for a reason", but in January 2017 I met my true soul mate, and yesterday Tommy asked for my hand in marriage. We can never thank Yvonne & John for all their generosity and helping hand with this truly romantic weekend! What a story we can now add to our lives! Every detail of this gorgeous castle is just incredible and we truly enjoyed every moment.

Peggy & Tommy

Words cannot express the magical joy your castle created for Maria, Layla, and myself. Our family had an amazing time within your home - and it felt very much like a warm, cozy, comfortable home. Our daughter Layla is already asking when she can come back with her brother & sister. We thank you for the experiences and memories we created here. Hope to continue to build them with you and yours. The effort & love built into this magical place is an inspiration to us to eventually create a 'castle' of our own. Once again, thank you for this amazing opportunity.
With Admiration,
The Riley family

Silas & Maria

John and Yvonne's home is a beauty unparalleled. We spent the weekend here to celebrate our first Valentine's Day and we will never forget it. John and Yvonne's hospitality and warmth make the property, views, and memories even more incredible. Thank you so much for having us in your home!
Ryan & Kelly from New Milford, NJ

Ryan & Kelly

We had such a good time. I surprised my wife for Valentine's Day. She loved it. John the owner was a great host and friendly. The castle was beautiful with spectacular views. I would definitely recommend and will come back in the summer months to get the full experience!

Quennel & Yomally

We had such a beautiful time at your home. Thank you for participating as I asked for Rebecca's hand in marriage in the Great Hall!! It was a moment in our lives that will truly be remembered as extraordinary. Rebecca has been my fairytale since we met, and you supplied the castle!!! This place on earth is truly romantic and is a privilege to anyone who stays. I will enjoy spending the rest of my days telling our story, which includes us all.
God Bless,
Rob & Rebecca from Palmyra, NY