The fireplace, while not original to the home, was imported from the same European artist who created the statues in the Castle’s main dining room. Look closely and you’ll see his signature themes, soaring eagles and cherubs in the design 

When the original fireplace was removed to make way for this one, workers uncovered a pair of black boots hidden in the wall.  

Some believe such offerings were meant to trap witches or ward off spirits, drawn by the scent of worn leather 

Others suggest this was a Freemason ritual intended to bring protection to the home. 

The Stuifbergens who lived here in 1945-1955, had twin daughters who died in infancy in this room 

The current owner is an identical twin, and the castle has drawn many employees with twins. The coincidence has been noted as uncanny by previous staff