Full gallery here. Paid a visit to the Gillette Castle located in CT. Originally the estate of, now deceased, Sherlock Holmes actor William Gillette, the property is now a state park and historical location. The house (more like castle) is immediately adjacent the Connecticut River in East Haddam, CT. There is a slight admissions charge to get into the castle itself (~$6 for adult), but the grounds are free to walk. Ample parking, and once inside, guided tours are available for free, or you may roam the house as you like. Lots of great period artifacts, and everything is left in it’s original state for the most part. I wasn’t too much a fan of the wild (although interesting) architecture, but I appreciated it none the less. Not the best place if you can’t stand to be around small children or tourists, but otherwise a very scenic spot. Read more