- Historic Homes or Mansions
- Restored Victorian or Edwardian houses open for private events
- Many come with ornate furnishings, creaky floorboards, and layered lighting
- Ideal for layered storytelling and room-to-room clues
- Bed and Breakfast Inns with Character
- Especially older B&Bs with antique decor and rumored hauntings
- Allows overnight guests to feel part of a full experience
- Private Home with Multiple Rooms
- Best for a more intimate gathering
- Use different rooms to represent the library, parlor, study, ballroom, etc.
- Add dim lighting, lace drapes, and fog machines for atmosphere
- Boutique Event Spaces
- Small art galleries, antique shops with rentable space, or speakeasy-style lounges
- Decor can be easily customized to match your theme
- Some have hidden rooms or alcoves that work perfectly for mystery reveals
- Theater or Black Box Performance Space
- Offers built-in lighting and sound capabilities
- Stage can be used for dramatic reveals, seances, or group storytelling
- Museum with Historical Exhibits
- Especially if the museum has period rooms, furniture, or themed galleries
- Some offer after-hours rentals for private themed events
- Country Clubs or Historic Hotels
- Ballrooms and lounges in older facilities can feel grand and moody
- Ask if staff can dim lighting, limit overheads, and allow props or custom decor
- Old Churches or Deconsecrated Chapels
- Gothic windows, wood beams, and echoing halls amplify the eerie tone
- Often rentable for private events and great for dramatic acoustics
- Winery or Distillery Tasting Room
- Rustic or brick-walled tasting rooms can double as spooky cellars
- Add candlelight, velvet, and murder-themed wine labels for ambiance
- Mansion-Inspired Airbnb or VRBO Rental
- Look for properties with vintage furniture, ornate décor, or rural isolation
- Some even advertise as “haunted” or historic properties
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