10 world famous abandoned houses

Wyndclyffe Mansion (USA)

The mansion was built by Mrs. Elizabeth Schermerhorn, and was completely abandoned in the 1950s, when the woes of the Great Depression struck. After more than 70 years, the woods of the Hudson Valley River have overwhelmed the mansion. Although there are no scary stories, the mansion still attracts many tourists to visit and explore. Photo: Reddit.

Dunnellen Hall (USA)

Dunnellen Hall was formerly owned by Leona Helmsley, a wealthy woman known as the "queen of meanness". She died of cardiovascular disease in 2007. Since then, the house has been abandoned. Photo: Real Property Management Southern Connecticut.

Villa De Vecchi (Italy)

This house located in the forest east of Lake Como was built in the mid-19th century and is considered the most haunted house in Italy. Villa De Vecchi is the residence of Count Felix De Vecchi. The house was abandoned after the count committed suicide because he discovered his wife had been murdered and his daughter was missing. Some rumors about strange things happening at the house such as a piano that plays by itself at night or a gathering place for witches. Around the house are drawings and trees that make the scene even more beautiful. horror. Photo: nss magazine.

Chateau De La Mothe, Chandeniers (France)

This castle on the water dates back to the 13th century. In 2007, thousands of people contributed to crowdfunding to buy and preserve the castle. Nowadays, the castle has become a famous place to explore. Photo: Mariages.net.

Winchester Mystery House (USA)

This mansion is owned by Mrs. Sarah Winchester, and was built to appease the souls of those who died due to her husband's company. This is one of the places with the strangest structures in the world and is waiting for explorers to explore. Photo: SFGATE.

Cape Romano Dome House (USA)

This house built in 1981 is located deep underwater due to being completely submerged by Hurricane Ian in 2022. Therefore, to explore this place, visitors are forced to dive. Photo: Sometimes Interesting.

Peter Grant Mansion (Canada)

The mansion was built by Peter Grant in 2005. But due to the 2008 financial period, construction was forced to stop and was abandoned. This is one of the most interesting abandoned mansions in the world, planned to have two swimming pools, a waterfall, a mini golf course and an indoor boat garage. Photo: lovePROPERTY.

Witley Court & Gardens (UK)

The mansion was built in the 17th century. In the 19th century, the mansion was renovated when it had a new owner and was once home to many upper-class households. But a fire in 1937 reduced Witley Court & Gardens to ruins. Currently, the mansion has been renovated and is open for tourists to visit. Photo: Guide2.

Clown House (USA)

Clown House was built in the 1920s in Catskill and is brightly colored. However, now the house is abandoned, allowing the surrounding vegetation and nature to invade. Photo: lovePROPERTY.

Tatoi Palace (Greece)

This is an abandoned house located in the middle of the forest, so it is gradually being encroached by trees.

Marvin Fry

Update 04 June 2024