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Castle Marne Denver, b&b castle

Castle Marne Denver, a beautiful Denver accommodation which we had the chance to experience, is much more than a Denver suite hotel to us. Known as a B&B castle or a historic bed breakfast accommodation, our stay here was a wonderful and memorable experience, as many who have enjoyed their honeymoon holidays here can attest to. We had not expected our Denver holidays to be so fun and exciting.

Castle Marne

Castle Marne is located in inner city Denver. Now known as Denver’s grandest historic mansion, it was designed in 1889 by one of Denver’s most famous architect, William Lang. Castle Marne has the stone structure of a castle although it was not designated as a castle. Originally built as a show home, it has been changed into a beautifully styled Victorian bed and breakfast (b&b castle) today. The Peiker family, present owners of Castle Marne, has faithfully replicated the interior from period photographs and reestablished its grandeur.

Massive stone walls

The loveseat on the front porch

With a four-storey tower, Castle Marne is of the Richardson-Romanesque style with massive stone walls and comes with an imposing foyer with its own ornately carved fireplace. You will find a round beveled mirror which is flat at the bottom, the signature of a Lang structure, above the mantel.

The foyer





Slightly above the grand oak staircase, you will be greeted by a stunning ‘peacock’ window of both stained and beveled glass, approximately six feet in diameter, lighting up the landing. This too has the signature flat bottomed circle.

The 'peacock' window

Notice the round window with the flat bottom, the Lang trademark

A different view

At the landing on the 2nd floor

The parlour, to the right of the entrance, has also been restored to its original splendour. Here, the Peikers have done their best to replicate the furnishings of the period. You can even find a stereopticon on the coffee table and the dozens of old photos for the viewer.

The cozy parlour

The fireplace

The intricate designs to the turret


Lovely antiques to give the Victorian charm

In a little cozy corner of the parlour, the current jigsaw puzzle corner, weddings are registered in this charming Victorian atmosphere. The baby grand piano offers music for the ear during gatherings and special functions.

Going straight in from the entrance is the beautiful dining room which is papered with the original wallcovering from England. Over here you will find the single largest piece of such wallcovering left in this world and is protected under the National & Local Historic Registers. The dining room is also painstakingly decorated with hand painted flowers on the ceiling.

The dining room

The large table and the various table pieces gives you an important feeling..

Rococo gilt mirror

Notice the stained window

The wallcovering that is part of history

Intricate designs on the ceiling and wall

In this castle accommodation, there are a total of nine guestrooms. If you are looking to experience a Denver suite hotel, do try out the Presidential Suite as well as the John Mason Suite. You will be more pampered than you could ever be in any Denver suite hotel and you will be served with a truly delicious home made full gourmet breakfast every morning. We especially loved the breakfast that the Peikers lovingly prepared for us, especially their yummilicious muffins.

Breakfast is a full gourmet breakfast and we thoroughly enjoyed the wonderful breakfast served during the two days we were there.

Breakfast

Home baked muffins

Blueberry pancakes

Bread & egg with cheese

The two elegant suite rooms come with their own private spa. The Presidential Suite, a three room suite lovingly reproduced much as it was 107 years ago, surrounds you with the warmth and grace of a bygone era such as the king-size brass tester bed, gentleman's "Hat Box" dresser, armoire, other period furnishings and original fireplace. Seen through lace covered French Doors, the Solarium invites you to enjoy the modern jetted whirlpool tub for two or just a private bath with shower. The loveseat in the tower sitting room offers the perfect atmosphere for a romantic interlude.

The Presidential Suite

The king bed

Whirlpool tub for 2

The loveseat

Fireplace

Period furnishings

For guests of The Presidential Suite, you get to enjoy your own private balcony with table, chairs and umbrella. This is directly off of your own indoor Jacuzzi Tub for two in the secluded Solarium Room of the Presidential Suite. As the sun sets, your enjoyment begins with the relaxation and beauty of the grandest room in the house.

The John Mason Suite, an elegant room named after the Marne's third owner, a world-renowned naturalist. With Palladian windows, Queen-size brass bed, highboy dresser and cathedral ceilings, the Southern exposure offer a gracious, sun-flooded room. Enjoy your romantic jetted whirlpool tub for two surrounded by Victorian splendor and a commemorative display of Jack Mason's butterfly collection. There is also a modern bath with shower. The Mason and Tower Rooms are available as a double accommodation.

All rooms are beautifully decorated with intriguing bowers decked in florals and lace, soft cushions and vintage furnishings.

Tower Room

The huge bed

A perfect Victorian treat

The fireplace


Lang Room, named after William Lang

Queen size 4 poster bed and unique step up stair


Melissa Room, named after the daughter

Queen size cherry bed

Cheery feel


Van Cise Room, named after Adele Van Cise, the fourth owner

Queen size brass bed

Sun splashed room

Fireplace

Claw footed tub with shower ring


Conservatory Room

Cheerful room with bay window overlooking the Victorian Garden


Colonel Platt's Room

The most intimate room in the house with an antique walnut double bed and Cabbage Roses wallcovering


John T. Mason Room, named after Marne's third owner

Gracious sun-flooded room with Queen size brass bed


Raymond Room where we spent two enjoyable days

Antique iron and brass double bed

Fluffy bathrobes and dresser area

The curtain hides the door to the balcony

The hot tub, more like a jacuzzi

An artwork

This historic bed breakfast accommodation also serves complimentary afternoon tea in the parlour. If you have the chance, you do not want to miss this. Even though we were out enjoying our holidays in Denver, we made it a point to get back to the castle to enjoy the delightful tea that was prepared.

Lovely petit fours

Cookies


With your choice of tea

Cute little decor

Victorian luncheons and private gourmet six-course candlelight dinners are available by reservations.

Located at 1572 Race Street, Castle Marne is within walking distance to many of the nearby Denver attractions.

The garden, not much to see in April, but a sight to behold in the spring and summer





This was indeed one of the most memorable holidays that we have ever experienced, especially with the B&B castle accommodation. Many have also solemnized their marriages here in Castle Marne Denver as well as enjoyed their romantic honeymoon holidays here. This elegant bed breakfast Denver accommodation definitely lives up to its name. You just have to experience it for yourself. So if you are looking for Old World elegance and Victorian charm combined with modern day convenience, this is the place!