After spending years building a career in Washington, DC, Sheila traded city life for one of the most unusual homes in America—a century-old lighthouse standing alone in the middle of Lake Erie.

Enjoy these stories from the “Sunday Morning” archives about lighthouses and how they've served as both protectors for sailors, and muses for artists.

Sheila Consaul, 65, bought an abandoned lighthouse for $71,000 in Fairport Harbor, Ohio and turned it into her summer home. The renovations began in the summer of 2012 and are almost complete. So far, Sheila has spent over $300,000 on renovating the light...

Ever wondered how many lighthouses there were in Florida? 30! Some you can visit and some you cannot.

Ever wondered how many lighthouses there were in Maine? 65! Some you can visit and some you cannot.