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Loveland, Ohio: Chateau Laroche, Loveland Castle

Harry Andrews was a bachelor and recluse who spent over 50 years building a medieval-style castle in Ohio for his "boy knights."

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Loveland Castle.

Chateau Laroche, Loveland Castle

We just visited this castle last week. What amazed me most is that it was built mainly by one man over decades. He carried the rocks he used to build it up from the creek in 5-gallon buckets! The story behind it is so interesting. Also, there is a beautiful garden outside with a large terraced area.... Stunning!

[Sherry, 07/21/2015]

Castle.

Chateau Laroche, Loveland Castle

Well worth the $3 admission. It's a genuine castle in Ohio! Sir Fred was the gatekeeper and gave us a brief but thorough introductory speech. Nice little selection of gifts and souvenirs made special for the castle. I bought a unique fleur-de-lys pendant. It's amazing that this is just a few minutes away from ugly suburban sprawl; give me the castle any day!

[Gloria Z, 07/16/2013]

Loveland Castle.

Chateau Laroche

If you grow up in the Midwest, you don't have too many opportunities to visit what feels like a pretty decent representation of a medieval castle. Our kids loved Chateau Laroche and the 'knight' on duty was more than happy to share several pieces of historical insight about the making and defending of castles like this one. Whatever people may feel about the motivation or persuasion of the builder or its current guardians, one has to admire the perserverance and vision that lead to the creation of a lovely little castle in America's heartland.

[Gordon Family, 08/30/2011]

Chateau LaRoche.

Chateau Laroche

Visited the castle Chateau Laroche recently. Nice odd place to visit. It's amazing that one guy basically built it himself. Costs $3 and you can wander in the castle, dungeon and around the gardens. Doesn't take too long to see everything.

[lindsabetty, 07/09/2011]
Chateau La Roche - Vague Recollections

I was born and raised in Loveland (until the age of 12). I visited the castle when it was still under construction. I remember the boards that extended out over an area that we as kids called, "the dungeon." It was quite an experience to visit such a place as a young girl. It was scary, but was also interesting. My dad use to take me there to walk around, and he knew the man that built the castle.

I am going to return to visit the castle with my 17 year old son. Wish I had taken pictures back then, but of course my parents didn't think they would ever be something of value.

[Margaret Unwin, 05/31/2010]

Chateau Laroche, Loveland Castle

Address:
12025 Shore Rd, Loveland, OH
Directions:
I-71S Exit 19, turn left at the light. When you come to the next large intersection, the next light, which is the Fields Ertel intersection, turn left onto Fields Ertel. 2.5 miles along Fields Ertel Rd. At road's end, right onto Rich Rd, then a quick left onto Mulberry St. When Mulberry veers to the right, continue straight onto Shore Rd -- a narrow, twisting lane down the hill. The Castle is at the bottom of the hill.
Hours:
April-Sep. daily 11-5, Oct.-March Sa-Su 11-5. (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Phone:
513-683-4686
Admission:
Adults $5.
RA Rates:
Major Fun
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