Few places better capture the opulence of early–20th century California than Hearst Castle, the 165-room former ... now even hosts the occasional pool party for members—with tickets at $ ...

Hearst's appetite for luxury matched his ambitions in business and politics. The owner of eight treasure-filled homes, he built a castle in the 1920s at San Simeon, which playwright George Bernard ...

Hearst Castle in San Simeon, California. Jim Bartsch for Hilton & Hyland The eight-bedroom mansion can host up to 1,000 guests between its paneled walls; it also features two guest apartments and ...

If you're looking for a unique daytrip from Pismo Beach, consider driving an hour north to the Hearst Castle. Inspired by his admiration of European architecture, this mansion with glistening ...