Miami Haunts: Seven Ghostly Locations of Dade County

In the midst of the tiny run-down homes of Miami’s Little Haiti, you’ll be shocked to see a magnificent neo-classical mansion surrounded by a low stone gate. This is Villa Paula, originally erected in 1925 for Miami’s Cuban consulate Domingo Milford and his wife Paula. Soon after the couple moved in, Paula Milford died of complications from a serious leg injury. Social unrest meant that the home ceased to be an official residence within a few years, so the home was sold to another owner, who also died in the house. After decades of trouble and disrepair, Cliff Ensor purchased the home in 1974 in hopes of restoring it to glamour. That’s when the trouble started. Cliff has told tales strange apparitions, noises, and happenings, and subsequent owners agree. Once, a cat belonging to a new owner simply disappeared. Today, curious ghost hunters can read the link above or learn more on Terrance Cantarella’s excellent blog post regarding the home. Otherwise, drive by and see for yourself–keep in mind, Villa Paula is private property.