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Solomon's Castle

4533 Solomon Road, Ona, FL 33865
863-494-6077
Ranked #1 of 1 shopping in Ona
4.0 of 5 stars 35 Reviews
Type: Art Galleries, Architectural Buildings
Description: Home and working studio of Howard Solomon, an internationally known sculptor, features the artist's works plus landscaped gardens and nature trails.
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Sebring, Florida, United States
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

What a sense of humor the artist has, lots of tongue in cheek art. Such as a "plain wall" covered with planing tools. Sculptures made out of motorcycle and car parts. Just an interesting, really fun trip. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

Mr. Solomon creates some very unique pieces. If your in the area it's definately worth stopping by. Didn't eat at a meal at the restaraunt but had a slice of walnut pie and it was delicious!! More

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Wauchula, Florida, United States
2 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012

was a place built from tin and mental was not that interesting to me and my party, was different, but just was not our cup of tea. More

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Marlton, New Jersey
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2012

Owner built his house to look like a castle, then built a 3/4 replica of Santa Maria, "The Boat in the Moat" next to it. Also has a cafe :) Delightful excursion. More

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Naples, Florida
2 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

In the middle of no where, but it was fun. All made with recycled material, so neat, and he made such amazing things. My favorite part was the restaurant that is a ship. Great food, and it was a great endin to the museum. More

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East Meadow, NY
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

If you like humor, art, and the unusual, take a ride to Solomon's Castle. Creator Howard Solomon's artistic genius is reflected in his work. Plan to eat at the ship-shaped restaurant he built while you're there. The food is great and reasonably priced (and there's no other restaurant in sight). Try the pies. We had the good fortune to stay... More

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New York
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 29, 2012
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A place difficult to describe. If you want to see something unique (the traditional meaning: one of a kind) then this is the place. Solomon, an ecentric craftsman, has takes a previously swampy and built a castle using whatever was on hand. To drain the swampy area he dug a moat, then built a model boat (the boat in the... More

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Cleveland, Ohio
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed February 28, 2012
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We toured the "castle" and grounds and had lunch at this eccentric tourist ripoff in a swamp. There is no question that Howard is an artistic genius with a flair for marketing his oddball creations. However, he seems not to care about the unsanitary condition of the rest rooms and inept restaurant staff. When you combine the musty smell of... More

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Palm Beach Gardens
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 21, 2012
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Howard Soloman bought the land and started his goofy works of art around the mid 1970's. Quite an unusual accomplishment. He and his many staff will provide much information and many laughs. Good food! If his location is within a 30 minute drive or between your destinations don't miss it. Adults will appreciate it more than children. More

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Cherokee, North Carolina
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 16, 2012
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This unique gem in the wilds of middle of nowhere Florida harkens back to days gone by of roadside attractions simply because it is so far off the beaten path. Leave your preconcieved notions on the Interstate, and treat yourself to a visit. If you are lucky, you will meet the artist in residence. The restaurant on premises is enjoyable,... More

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