Introduction
Inside the “Just Pretend Mansion” – A Rare Look at the Restricted Upstairs of Graceland
For Elvis Presley fans, the upstairs of Graceland has always remained a mystery. It’s the part of the house where Elvis lived, rested, and ultimately passed away — a sacred space Graceland has kept strictly off-limits to the public. However, in the video “What Does The Restricted UPSTAIRS At ELVIS GRACELAND MANSION Look Like?” from Jordan The Lion’s YouTube channel, viewers are treated to something truly special: a tour of a near-perfect replica of Graceland, including its legendary, restricted upstairs.
The house is called “Just Pretend Mansion”, built by Jason — a devoted Elvis fan who discovered the original architectural blueprints of Graceland and decided to bring them to life. Located just south of Nashville, Tennessee, this mansion not only replicates Graceland’s design and layout, but it also allows us to “walk through” the rooms we’ve only ever heard about: Elvis’s bedroom, Lisa Marie’s room, his office, bathroom, and dressing room — where the King of Rock and Roll once prepared for his performances.
Although some features had to be updated to meet modern building codes, Jason preserved as much of the original structure as possible: the staircase to the second floor, room arrangements, interior colors, and even the brick pattern were recreated with incredible attention to detail. Those who’ve visited Graceland multiple times are stunned by how authentic “Just Pretend Mansion” feels.
This is more than just a house — it’s a living tribute built out of love and reverence for Elvis. By opening his home to fans and allowing them to satisfy their long-held curiosity, Jason has given the Elvis community a rare gift: the chance to imagine, feel, and step into the most private space of a legend — one that Graceland itself has never revealed. A once-in-a-lifetime experience that goes beyond curiosity and becomes a heartfelt connection to the immortal spirit of Elvis Presley.