If you’ve ever entertained notions of living like royalty without paying a king’s ransom, have we got some options for you!

American castles–which have the look of their older European counterparts, with towers and turrets–have captured the imagination of many homeowners.

More recently, the popularity of shows such as “Game of Thrones” has revived people’s interest in homes with royal accoutrements. Minus the dragons and the drama, a castle could be a fun weekend getaway, an investment property, or a full-time forever home.

These unique dwellings pop up from coast to coast, and many are quite reasonably priced. We found five prime examples of this regal style, all priced below $1 million, from California to Connecticut.

Some are old, some are new, but they’re all the stuff of fairy tales. Take a look.

3721 Crestview Dr, Valley Springs, CA

Price: $850,000
Your own kingdom: This regal residence—built in 2007 and freshly spruced up—sits on a 15-acre lot. The landscaping could use a royal flourish or two. We’re thinking a formal rose garden, hedge maze, gazebos, and fountains galore. Heaven knows you’ll have plenty of room for it.

There’s also ample room inside—the living space measures 6,355 square feet. There are three bedrooms and two baths, and the upstairs recreation room could be converted into more bedrooms as well as hangout space.

The great room downstairs is massive, with a towering barrel ceiling. It has new luxury vinyl flooring, gleaming white paint, an abundance of windows, and an attractive stone fireplace. The sparkling kitchen has been updated with stainless-steel appliances, a double oven with six gas burners, and a butcher block island.

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17780 Warner Castle Rd, Orion, IL

Price: $700,000
Hallowed history: This historic castle was built in 1895 with stone from a local quarry. It sits on 27 acres of lush woods. Inside you’ll find six bedrooms and two baths within a generous 7,559 square feet of living space.

There are no interior photos available, but the listing description notes the appealing high ceilings, original hardwood floors, three coal-burning fireplaces, and a turret with a spiral staircase. There’s also a library and a game room.

This stately estate in the quiet town of Orion is near the Iowa border. It offers plenty of potential to be made into a short-term rental or a bed-and-breakfast.

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10035 Vista Ridge Dr, Alden, MI

Price: $995,000
Cheers to this castle: Whether you decide to make this your family home, a special event venue, or a bed-and-breakfast, you’ll be able to make good use of the property’s 10-acre lot. It includes a mature vineyard that’s planted and ready for harvest as well as garage space for your tools, barrels, and farm vehicles.

The castle on the hill, with sweeping views of nearby Torch Lake, was built in 2017. It has three bedrooms and three baths in 4,922 square feet of living space. That’s just on the lower level. The upper level is framed to finish with three more bedrooms and another bathroom.

The main level has 20-foot ceilings, a great room, a primary suite, a media room, and a modern kitchen with stainless-steel appliances. The floors have radiant heat to keep you warm and toasty.

Outdoors, there’s a grand courtyard that will easily accommodate quite a large number of royal subjects, or perhaps wedding guests.

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163 Mooreland Rd, Berlin, CT

Price: $525,000
Straight from a fairy tale: This charmer was built in 1937, but it looks like it’s been around for centuries in its bucolic setting.

Those thick walls, the three stately fireplaces, the wood paneling and beams, and the terrific turret seem like something right out of a storybook.

Within 3,500 square feet of living space are five bedrooms and 3.5 baths. There are two main living floors, plus an attic and a basement. Beautiful millwork and built-in bookcases and cabinets can be found throughout the home.

The 2.3-acre property is just a stone’s throw from a golf course. Fun fact: The slate roof comes from one of the buildings at Harvard Law School.

On the market for only a week, and at such a modest price, the property is likely to field many offers.

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3262 Ridgeway Blvd, New Orleans, LA

Price: $500,000
Castle on the Bayou: It makes sense that this fanciful two-bedroom, one-bath creation would become known as Fisherman’s Castle. It’s right on the water, so you could practically cast your line out of the turret window and catch a fish in the Irish Bayou section of Lake Pontchartrain.

According to the listing, the original owner built the 1,318-square-foot structure to show off his construction skills for the 1984 Worlds Fair. It’s currently undergoing renovations.

The listing states that the lot measures 6,000 square feet, but the fine print notes, “This property comes with the lot next door as well as the two-bedroom camp across the street.” That suggests options for a short-term rental or other business venture.

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