Ever since the advent of sitcoms, Americans have had a longstanding love for their favorite television shows. Loyal fans have grown to love their favorite onscreen characters, with some shows extending for a better part of our childhood and adolescence. These shows, lasting for almost ten years on end, become ingrained in cultures as all-time great hits that undergo countless reruns decades later.
One such show was the "Fresh Prince of Bel Air." Unlike other shows, this show has more than just a cult following. The show that started as a look into the goofy life of Will Smith slowly turned into a coming-of-age drama that had emotions, comedy, and drama all intermingled with Carlton’s crazy dance moves. The show is still watched and loved by millions worldwide who watched it in the days of its inception when it aired almost three decades ago. Many of those fans, who have now become parents themselves, find themselves sitting down with their now teenage kids who are just discovering the hilariousness of Will’s failed schemes.
Recently Will Smith partnered up with the famous Airbnb to celebrate the completion of thirty years since the show's inception. Fans were given a glimpse into the “real” mansion that was used for shots on the show. To the surprise of many, the interior is a lot different, and certainly not the 90’s themed house that we see on the show. That’s because the show never actually shot any scenes inside the house. The famous lounge where Will Smith had an emotional encounter with his dad or the kitchen where we used to hear Geoffrey’s snide remarks were all actually a set.
Living in Bel Air
Given the choice to pick one home from any one American sitcom to live in for the rest of their lives, most fans would love to live in the Bel-Air mansion. One reason for that may be the associated nostalgia, but there’s also the fact that the house was one of the best-looking houses ever shown on-screen.
Even if it’s not located in Bel Air, the estate is an amazing place to live. Fans have been raving about it for decades, finally convincing the owners to let some lucky folks spend a night or two at the house. On top of that, Will Smith has also ensured that the trip doesn’t go down without a little nostalgia. Inside the house, you’ll find surprising memorabilia from the show, especially in the room that’s been designated as “Will’s bedroom.”
Full House
Another famous family sequel of the 90s was "Full House." The house's exterior, the iconic red door with a golden round knob, and the street it’s located in were featured on every episode of the show. The Tanner house is actually named “the Painted Ladies' ' as the street shares the same exterior of the houses, just in different colors, and is located at Boderick Street, San Francisco. The house is now private property. The show wasn’t actually shot inside of the house but on a set. The house's interior has been renovated into modern living with a sale price of around 5 million dollars.
Downton Abbey
BBC hit show, casting Maggie Smith, "Downton Abbey" portrays the life of an aristocratic family, otherwise known as the Crawleys, and their servants who live downstairs was set in Highclere Castle in Newbury, United Kingdom. Tickets are available to visit the castle, and you can also have a tea party with an Earl and a Countess.
New Girl
Another famous house is the one used in "New Girl." Actors that played the roles of Nick, Schmidt, Winston, and Jess shared a loft which is located in Los Angeles, United States. The apartment is called The Binford Loft.
Breaking Bad
If you’re still not over the AMC series "Breaking Bad," you can visit the popular White house in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and recreate some scenes from the show. However, the real owners aren’t too polite about people coming up on their driveway and snapping pictures of the house or ringing the bell wishing to visit the house's interior.
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