The Rhode Island farmhouse that inspired The Conjuring films is once again at the center of headlines — and this time, it’s because the property is headed for a foreclosure auction scheduled for Halloween night.
A Legendary Haunted Location
Located on Round Top Road in Harrisville, the 18th-century farmhouse is known worldwide for its connection to the Perron family hauntings of the 1970s, later investigated by Ed and Lorraine Warren. Those accounts provided the foundation for the blockbuster Conjuring franchise, cementing the Burrillville property as one of America’s most recognized paranormal sites. Visitors and investigators have long reported shadow figures, disembodied voices, and unexplained temperature drops inside its walls.
From Ghost Tourism to Legal Troubles
The property last sold in 2022 to Bale Fire LLC, run by Boston developer and self-described medium Jacqueline Nuñez, for just over $1.5 million. Under her ownership, the house became a full-scale paranormal tourism attraction, offering overnight stays and ghost hunts.
But the venture quickly drew controversy. In 2023, disputes with staff led to lawsuits and public criticism. Later that year, Burrillville officials revoked the home’s entertainment license after raising safety concerns, though events and tours continued. Refund complaints from guests followed, and by 2025, financial problems resulted in a mortgage default that pushed the property into foreclosure.
Clashes in the Paranormal Community
Nuñez’s tenure also saw friction with other well-known investigators. Television personalities and online creators who collaborated at the site later spoke publicly about disagreements and difficulties. Among them were Cody DesBiens and Satori Hawes, whose hand-knocking spirit communication method appeared in Sam & Colby’s Conjuring House video series. Their involvement sparked significant debate online, with supporters calling it groundbreaking and critics questioning its authenticity. The controversy played out across YouTube and forums but has never been independently resolved.
What Happens Next
The auction is scheduled as a lender’s foreclosure sale, meaning the property will pass to the highest bidder on October 31. Well-known paranormal enthusiasts have already expressed interest in acquiring the house, adding to speculation about its future.
Whatever happens at auction, the Harrisville farmhouse remains one of the most iconic sites in paranormal history.
