Haunted Real Estate

In the summer of 1916, Americans were just beginning to fall in love with the Jersey Shore—and most had little reason to fear what was swimming beneath the surface. Then, over twelve terrifying days, five people were attacked by sharks and four were killed. What began in the surf at popular seaside resorts took an almost unbelievable turn when the attacks moved inland to the narrow waters of Mataw...

Dow Hill Forest sits high in the mist-covered hills of West Bengal, India—a place surrounded by tea gardens, colonial history, and generations of unsettling folklore. In this episode of Haunted Real Estate , Ashley shares her own experience traveling through nearby Darjeeling before heading into the history and legends of Dow Hill. From the still-operating Victoria Boys’ School and the infamous st...

Just northeast of London lies Epping Forest—a vast stretch of ancient woodland covering nearly 6,000 acres. By day, it's a peaceful escape where families hike winding trails, cyclists weave beneath towering oaks, and picnickers gather in quiet clearings. But when darkness falls, the forest tells a very different story. Sources: The Endless Hauntings of Epping Forest in England - Moon Mausoleum Dic...

In this Independence Day episode of Haunted Real Estate , we explore the haunted history of three American landmarks: the Liberty Bell, Mount Vernon, and Valley Forge. From phantom bell tones and reported sightings of George Washington’s spirit, to the quiet weight of the enslaved community at Mount Vernon and the echoes of soldiers at Valley Forge, this episode honors the sacrifice, complexity, a...

Guests have reported hearing phantom footsteps, seeing ghostly figures wandering the halls, and even discovering mysterious handprints that appear on mirrors without explanation. This is the chilling story of Myrtles Plantation. Sources: Myrtles Plantation, America's 'Most Haunted House'

In 1950, San Francisco residents went about their normal lives — walking to work, sending kids to school, opening their windows, and breathing in the city’s famous fog — with no idea they had become part of a classified military experiment. As part of Operation Sea-Spray, the U.S. Navy released bacteria off the coast of San Francisco to study how a biological attack might spread through an America...

In 1838 William Lemp, a German immigrant built a brewery in St. Louis. That decision didn’t just change his life—it helped launch an entire industry. This is the story of his family and how they fared in the 1900s. And it’s a doozy. Sources: The Ghosts of the Infamous Lemp Mansion | St. Louis's Most Haunted | Ghost City Tours | Ghost City Tours History of The Lemp Mansion // St. Louis, Missouri, 6...

Galveston, Texas is known for beach weekends, ghost tours, seafood, and historic homes — but beneath the charm is one of the darkest chapters in American history. In this episode, Ashley and Lanie tell the story of the Great Storm of 1900, the deadliest natural disaster in U.S. history, and explore how the tragedy shaped the island’s history, hauntings, and resilience. Sources: Galveston and Texas...

In this eerie episode, we dive into the legend of La Llorona , tracing her origins from ancient Aztec folklore to the chilling stories still told today. From myth to modern sightings, we explore how her story has evolved across generations—and why her haunting cry continues to echo through cultures, rivers, and history. Sources: Further Reading & Sources – La Llorona Core Background • Britanni...

In this episode of Haunted Real Estate, Ashley and Lanie takes you to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, into the fiery domain of Pele — goddess of volcanoes, creator and destroyer of the Big Island. We trace the land’s deep Indigenous history, from ahupuaʻa stewardship and sacred offerings at Halemaʻumaʻu to the Great Māhele and the arrival of western concepts of “ownership.” Along the way, you’ll h...

Welcome to Cleveland, Ohio! Who would have known “the most haunted place in America” rest here? Haha, there’s a ton of “most haunted” places or else we wouldn’t have much of a podcast! Today we are talking about the haunted Franklin Mansion. Sources: Franklin Castle, The Haunted Ohio House With A Grim Past Franklin Castle - The Little House of Horrors

In Part Two of our Bridgewater Triangle series, we leave the history books behind and step into the dark. From cult rumors and true crime in the Freetown–Fall River State Forest, to the watching figure on Profile Rock, phantom lights over Hockomock Swamp, Pukwudgies, cryptids, and UFOs, we tour some of the strangest stories tied to this 200‑square‑mile patch of Massachusetts. Is it cursed land, a...

Today we are discussing a building that has been around since 1145! You’ve got a thousands year old pagan burial ground, ley lines through Stonehenge, sacrifice, devil worship and let’s not forget the people who haunt this place. It’s got everything! Forgive Lanie, she has half a brain sometimes. She forgot the end of the episode haha so stick around a second for the true ending! Sources: The Anci...

This week we are discussing a region where strange things happen. A place where things slip through the cracks. Where the land remembers everything that has happened there, and sometimes, it pushes back.​ They call it the Bridgewater Triangle. **CORRECTION: Ashley said Delaware was part of the Bridgewater Triangle. It's all in Southeastern Massachusetts. We are human. Sorry :) Sources: Core backgr...

Take a step back in time to the Woodruff Mansion in Memphis, Tennessee! A gorgeous French Victorian home built by Amos Woodruff.

In this episode, we dive into the dark history of the Hellfire Clubs of West Wycombe and Dublin —secret societies made up of powerful elites known for secrecy, scandal, and excess. We explore what’s historically documented , including the clubs’ members, locations, and influence, while also unpacking the rumors and speculation that surround them—ranging from immoral rituals to alleged occult pract...

So since we’re headed straight into winter time, we really wanted to focus on an episode that just feels snowy and chilly. So speaking of holiday chills - we’re focusing today on Tromso (Trom-say), Norway – the “Gateway to the Arctic”. Tromso is a vibrant little city above the Arctic Circle, where the sun vanishes for two entire months out of the year! And if Santa’s workshop has a dark side, some...

Dive beneath the dark waters of Lake Lanier in this chilling episode of Haunted Real Estate. Lanie uncovers the controversial creation of the lake, the communities that were displaced, and the tragedies that followed. From unexplained drownings to ghostly encounters reported by locals and visitors, we dig into why Lake Lanier is known as one of America’s most haunted lakes—and one of the most dang...

Welcome back to Haunted Real Estate, where we explore the darkest corners of the world's most mysterious properties and locations. Today, we're journeying deep into the heart of Germany, to a place so shrouded in darkness and legend that it inspired some of the most terrifying fairy tales ever written. This is the story of the Schwarzwald—the Black Forest Sources for today’s episode include Encycl...

The South is steeped in mystery—and some legends refuse to rest. In this chilling episode, we travel deep into Louisiana and Mississippi to uncover the stories of two infamous Southern witches: Julia Brown, whose eerie prophecy foretold the destruction of her town, and the Witch of Yazoo, whose grave is still bound in chains. Were these women truly cursed—or victims of fear, folklore, and Southern...

The Tower of London wasn’t just a fortress—it was the final chapter in the lives of some of England’s most tragic queens. In this episode, we step into the shadows of Tudor history to explore how Anne Boleyn, Catherine Howard, and Lady Jane Grey each found themselves imprisoned within its stone walls. From ambition and betrayal to heartbreak and execution, these women’s stories reveal the deadly i...

Step inside the storied mansion once owned by the heir to the Coca-Cola fortune — a home that once echoed the grandeur and extravagance of The Great Gatsby , filled with lavish parties and whispers of old money. Over time, its golden glow faded, giving way to darker chapters marked by scandal, tragedy, and whispered secrets that turned the estate into something more akin to a modern-day house of h...

Step inside one of history’s most infamous fortresses — the Tower of London. Built by William the Conqueror to solidify his power, this fortress turned royal residence became a chilling symbol of authority, fear, and control. In this episode, we uncover why the Tower was constructed, how it evolved into a prison, and the stories of some of its most notable prisoners before the Tudor dynasty — from...

Alright so we are going into a sad and brutal part of our history, Chernobyl. I know, I know we try our best to cover this topic and be upbeat while remaining respectful. And please forgive Lanie in advance for her mispronunciation of many words, she means well. Sources: Chernobyl disaster | Causes, Effects, Deaths, Videos, Location, & Facts | Britannica The spectral shroud of Chernobyl: A hau...

Step back in time to gold rush Montana in this immersive episode exploring the turbulent, haunted history of Virginia City! Meet legendary prospectors Bill Fairweather and Henry Edgar, whose lucky escape from Crow Indians led to one of America’s biggest gold strikes. Experience the rise and fall of outlaws and vigilantes, including Sheriff Henry Plummer (remember from our Bannack episode) and the...