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San Simeon, California
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Despite its grandeur, construction on Hearst Castle was halted in 1947, leaving some parts of the estate unfinished.
In its heyday, Hearst Castle housed the world's largest private zoo, with exotic animals like zebras and kangaroos, some of which still roam the grounds today.
William Randolph Hearst had an airstrip built on the estate to accommodate his guests arriving by private plane.
The castle houses an impressive collection of European art and antiques, including works by famous artists like Tintoretto and sculptures from ancient Egypt.
The Neptune Pool, one of the estate's two pools, is lined with Vermont marble and features an ancient Roman temple façade.
Hearst Castle is a blend of Mediterranean Revival and Spanish Colonial Revival styles, reflecting Hearst's eclectic tastes and architect Julia Morgan's vision.
The estate includes a private theater where Hearst would screen the latest Hollywood films for his guests, often before their public release.
The library at Hearst Castle contains over 4,000 volumes, including rare books and first editions collected by Hearst.
