Medieval-Inspired Masterpiece From the Early Summer 2008
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They say a man’s home is his castle. True in bygone times. True today. But all royal accommodations are not reserved for Europe’s past. One completely modern rendition enjoys a big share of attention at Virginia’s Smith Mountain Lake, where owners Jerry and Ferne Hale are loving their take on regal living.
Jerry and Ferne Hale have long shared a fascination for castles: Their intricate stone architecture. Soaring towers. Arched medieval doors.
Such prominent elements of these stunning structures long ago captured their hearts, convincing them to build one to call their own.
Unlike the main function of most European types, however, the Hales’ waterfront house at Virginia’s Smith Mountain Lake is no fortress. Here, the drawbridge is always lowered, a welcoming touch to their French chateau-inspired home.
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