Wilson Castle

Wilson Castle - This architectural masterpiece was built in the middle of the 19th Century in the heart of the Green Mountains. The Castle stands as a monument to the heritage of the past. The Castle has been the home of five generations of the Wilson family. 

Open for Tours: Thursday-Monday 10am-5pm
Tours roughly at your arrival, last tour at 4pm, tours last approx. 1hr. No reservations needed.

Haunted and candle light tours available for families that want a scare, or a look at the paranormal!

Candlelight Tours 2026 

Explore with us the mysterious Wilson Castle after dark during one of our Candlelight Nights this upcoming October. Join a guided tour through the 13,000 s/f castle filled with stories of its infamous past, many spiritual inhabitants, and a few surprises to discover. Stick around after the guided tour and join us for a mini paranormal investigation! 

Reserve your tickets today as they will sell out! Dates and times:
Thursday October 1st 6:00pm
Monday October 5th 6:00pm
Tuesday October 6th 6:00pm
Monday October 12th 8:00pm New Time! 
Tuesday October 13th 6:00pm
Wednesday October 14th 6:00pm
Wednesday October 21st 6:00pm
Thursday October 22nd 6:00pm
Tuesday October 27th 5:30pm
Tuesday October 27th 7:00pm
Wednesday October 28th 5:30pm
Wednesday October 28th 7:00pm
Thursday October 29th 5:30pm
Thursday October 29th 7:00pm

Tours and mini investigations last approximately 1.5-2hrs. Ticket price: $32.00+tax (at the door only) all forms of payment accepted. These tours are limited and reservations are required for specific dates and times. Guests will not be admitted without prior reservations. Please call the castle at (802) 773-3284 with questions or to reserve tickets. Payment is only accepted at the door at arrival. We will never ask for payment beforehand. Guests are welcome to arrive 15-20 minutes before tour start, please dress accordingly as the castle is not heated. 

Please note: This is not a jump scare type attraction however various lighting effects, props, and fog machines may be used to enhance this experience.

Part of the estate is presently in the Wilson Foundation, Inc., a non-profit organization, to preserve its longevity.The facade of the Castle is set with English brick and marble, and is dominated by nineteen open proscenium arches and shadowed by a towering turret, parapet, and balcony. The residence of the 115 acre estate has three floors spaciously divided into 32 rooms. The interior features are highlighted with 84 stained-glass windows and 13 fireplaces finished with imported tiles and bronze. The Castle's furnishings include Far Eastern and European antiques and museum pieces, complemented by statuary, Chinese scrolls, and Oriental rugs.