It's been featured in The National Inquirer, New York Times, HGTV Extreme Homes, Life magazine and other impressive publications like AZCentral, which called it one of the Valley's must-see hidden gems. It’s a historic home located in the foothills of South Mountain Park known as Mystery Castle and architecture lovers all over the nation come to see it when visiting the Phoenix area.

The story of Mystery Castle is as intriguing as the site’s structural design. It was built singlehandedly by Boyce Luther Gulley, who moved from Seattle to Phoenix in 1929 when he was diagnosed with tuberculosis. He left his home, friends and family to embark on a soul searching journey and, in the process, he constructed a three-story, 18-room castle with 13 fireplaces, multiple patios, and several interesting nooks and crannies. Click “Read more” to continue the story.

Tours of the 8,000-square-foot castle come to an end on June 1 due to the heat, so if you would like to plan a visit, schedule an appointment soon.