{"id":2664,"date":"2020-11-09T09:31:16","date_gmt":"2020-11-09T09:31:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.propertista.co.uk\/?p=2664"},"modified":"2020-11-12T17:54:45","modified_gmt":"2020-11-12T17:54:45","slug":"thirteen-castles-you-can-buy-today","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.propertista.co.uk\/thirteen-castles-you-can-buy-today\/","title":{"rendered":"Ten Castles You Can Buy Today"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Want a home with a difference? We\u2019ve got 13 very grand homes \u2013 in fact, castles \u2013 that are literally fit for a King, Queen or anyone with a cool \u00a32.4million or more to invest.<\/p>\n<p>From medieval ruins to royal palaces to historic homes in the UK and beyond, we got a feast of castles for you to enjoy.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Why buy a castle? <\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>A business opportunity:<\/strong> buy a run-down castle as an investment, you can restore it and rent it out or turn it into a hotel, health spa or more<\/li>\n<li><strong>A restoration project:<\/strong> a project of the heart where you lovingly restore it to its historic best<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dare to be different:<\/strong> own the most unique home \u00ad\u2013 castles are generally a one-off<\/li>\n<li><strong>Happy ever after:<\/strong> you\u2019ll get to live your dream life \u2013 be King or Queen of your own castle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It might sound like an impossible dream or a fairy tale but finding a magnificent castle to live in really is possible \u2013 and they are quite easy to locate. In fact, the first few properties in our exclusive collection are listed on Castleist \u2013 a website that lists castles for sale from around the world.<\/p>\n<p>Ready to live the lockdown dream? Let\u2019s take a look at some glorious castle homes\u2026<\/p>\n<h3><strong>UK and Ireland<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.castleist.com\/3-75m-glenborrodale-scotland-stunning-castle-for-sale\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Glenborrodale Castle<\/strong><\/a><strong>, Scotland: \u00a33.75m<\/strong><\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2666\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2666\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.castleist.com\/3-75m-glenborrodale-scotland-stunning-castle-for-sale\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2666\" src=\"https:\/\/www.propertista.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Glenborrodale-Castle.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.propertista.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Glenborrodale-Castle.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.propertista.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Glenborrodale-Castle-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.propertista.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Glenborrodale-Castle-768x575.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2666\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u00a33.75m Glenborrodale, Scotland via Castleist<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Our first castle abode is five-storey Scottish Baronial mansion Glenborrodale Castle in Acharacle, Ardnamurchan in the Scottish Highlands. The impressive building made from red Dumfriesshire sandstone overlooks the stunning Loch Sunart. Dating back well over 100 years, this stunning castle offers panoramic views over the loch and the islands beyond and includes a gate lodge, an additional detached Coach House, its own gym a boathouse and a jetty.<\/p>\n<p>The grounds extend to around 133 acres and include the Isle of Risga and Eilean an Feidh.<\/p>\n<p>Glenborrodale Castle is currently on the market for a cool \u00a33.75m<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.castleist.com\/2-5m-devizes-england-spectacular-grade-i-castle-for-sale\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Devizes Castle<\/strong><\/a><strong>, Wiltshire: \u00a33.25m\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n<figure style=\"width: 670px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.castleist.com\/2-5m-devizes-england-spectacular-grade-i-castle-for-sale\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/le-cdn.website-editor.net\/32916085b5a9418fbce753d78f93dba8\/dms3rep\/multi\/opt\/Devizes+Castle+for+sale+1-960w.jpg\" width=\"670\" height=\"447\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u00a33.25m Devizes, Wiltshire via Castleist<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Next up, is magnificent Grade I listed home Devizes Castle, which is located close to the picturesque, historic market town of Devizes in Wiltshire. On first appearance, the estate may look like an English Heritage or National Trust property, but it is, in fact, a private residence that is up for sale for \u00a33.25million.<\/p>\n<p>The castle is <a href=\"http:\/\/www.devizesheritage.co.uk\/devizescastle.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">steeped in history<\/a> having its origins as an 11th-century Norman motte and bailey castle that played a significant role in the Norman conquest. The original wood castle burned down in 1113 and was rebuilt in stone. Devizes has also had a number of notable royal guests including King John, Henry III and Edward I.<\/p>\n<p>Although the castle is packed with the obligatory castle features like castellations and turrets, Davizes also offers the perfect balance of luxury and modern comfort. For example, take a look at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.castleist.com\/2-5m-devizes-england-spectacular-grade-i-castle-for-sale\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">stunning interior<\/a> to see how homely this enormous castle looks and feels. \u00a0The location is perfect for families too, with popular local schools on its doorstep.\u00a0We\u2019d imagine every child\u2019s dream would be to grow up in a castle like Devizes\u2026<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.castleist.com\/2-85m-powys-wales-19th-century-gothic-style-castle-for-sale\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Glandyfi Castle<\/a>, Powys Wales<\/strong> <strong>\u00a32.85m<\/strong><\/h4>\n<figure style=\"width: 901px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.castleist.com\/2-85m-powys-wales-19th-century-gothic-style-castle-for-sale\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/le-cdn.website-editor.net\/32916085b5a9418fbce753d78f93dba8\/dms3rep\/multi\/opt\/Glandyfi+Castle+for+sale+Snowdonia+7-960w.jpg\" width=\"901\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u00a32.85m Glandyfi Castle Powys, WALES via Castleist<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If you would rather buy in Wales, Glandyfi Castle in Powys is on the market for just \u00a32.85m. Glandyfi was built in a Regency gothic style in the early 19th century from local stone and boasts highly desirable features, such as a castellated roofline, towers and turrets.<\/p>\n<p>The 10-bedroom, ten-bathroom home, which has been refurbished to offer comfortable, modern living accommodation, is a popular wedding venue and sits on a c. 31-acre plot with stunning views of the river and surrounding mountains.<\/p>\n<p>The castle\u2019s most notable owner was Sir Bernard Docker, managing director of the Birmingham Small Arms Company (BSA) group of companies that made the Daimler car. Docker bought the property for \u00a312,500 in the 1950s.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.christiesrealestate.com\/sales\/detail\/170-l-78051-2006031248185843\/glengarriff-castle-glengarriff-west-cork-co-cork-co\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Glengarriff Castle<\/strong><\/a><strong>, West Cork, Republic of Ireland: \u00a32.492m<\/strong><\/h4>\n<figure style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.christiesrealestate.com\/sales\/detail\/170-l-78051-2006031248185843\/glengarriff-castle-glengarriff-west-cork-co-cork-co\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/img.gtsstatic.net\/reno\/imagereader.aspx?imageurl=http%3A%2F%2FRealEstateAdminImages.gabriels.net%2F170%2F78051%2F170-image%2001320200603130924911-792.jpg&amp;option=N&amp;idlisting=listingmedia&amp;w=1024&amp;permitphotoenlargement=false&amp;fallbackimageurl=https%3A%2F%2Fstatic-christiesrealestate-cms-production-3.gtsstatic.net%2Fresources%2F_responsive%2Fimages%2Fcommon%2Fnophoto%2Flisting.jpg\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u00a32.492m Glengarriff Castle, Glengarriff, West Cork Co. Cork via Christie&#8217;s<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Just a four-minute drive from Glengarriff village and only an hour from Cork airport, you can secure a piece of Irish history along with 87 acres of outstanding grounds including a private section of shoreline. Glengarriff Castle has been partially renovated with one fully roofed and windowed wing and planning permission has been granted for a full renovation to include six bedrooms and a staff wing.\u00a0The is also lapsed planning permission for a 94-bedroom hotel.<\/p>\n<p>Built in the 1790s by Colonel Simon White, brother of the first Earl of Bantry, whose family still live in nearby Bantry House, the gothic-style castle boasts one square, castellated tower on one side and a round tower on the other side of the main building.<\/p>\n<p>If you are after a renovation project, Glengarriff Castle is the perfect property for you.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Spain<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019d prefer to own a castle in a warmer climate, both this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.castleist.com\/2-85m-mallorca-spain-magical-castle-near-palma\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">castle in Marratx\u00ed<\/a> near\u00a0Palma Mallorca and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.castleist.com\/3-5m-avila-central-spain-castle-for-sale-on-private-island\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Avila Castle<\/a> in Central Spain are on the market in Spanish territories for \u00a34.88m and \u00a33.171m respectively.<\/p>\n<p>The huge, unnamed castle near Palma is located on the island of Mallorca, just 8 kilometres from central Palma and is set across nearly 356 acres of landscaped gardens. It also includes a swimming pool and the potential for an equestrian facility or private vineyard.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AXyhhEx_h0c\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The structural sound building already has plans drawn up for a 14-bedroom property, with a banquet-style dining room with baronial fireplaces, a wine cellar, a chapel, gymnasium and more. The redevelopment project is ideal for someone who has passion, vision and money, of course.<\/p>\n<p>Looking right out of the scene of a fairy tale, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.castleist.com\/3-5m-avila-central-spain-castle-for-sale-on-private-island\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Avila Castle<\/a> is sited on its own private island located just one mile from Madrid and comes complete with its own heliport and jetty.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 960px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.castleist.com\/3-5m-avila-central-spain-castle-for-sale-on-private-island\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/le-cdn.website-editor.net\/32916085b5a9418fbce753d78f93dba8\/dms3rep\/multi\/opt\/Private+island+with+castle+for+sale+Spain+2-960w.jpg\" width=\"960\" height=\"539\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u20ac3.5m Avila, Central Spain via Castleist<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The energy self-sufficient modern-day castle has 7 bedrooms, a party pavilion and large outdoor terraces with 360-degree views.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Germany<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Taking a look at the castles Germany has to offer, you won\u2019t be disappointed by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.castleist.com\/2-9m-rhineland-palatinate-germany-impressive-castle-complex-for-sale\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sauerburg Castle<\/a>, which is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site \u201cUpper Middle Rhine Valley\u201d and can be purchased for a little under \u00a32.628m.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 960px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.castleist.com\/2-9m-rhineland-palatinate-germany-impressive-castle-complex-for-sale\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/le-cdn.website-editor.net\/32916085b5a9418fbce753d78f93dba8\/dms3rep\/multi\/opt\/Schloss+Sauerberg+for+sale+Upper+Rhine+Valley+1-960w.jpg\" width=\"960\" height=\"639\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u00a32.628m Sauerburg Castle, Rhine Valley<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The newly renovated castle (which was originally built around 1355) is already operating as a modern hotel and business centre complete with a small conference centre and seminar rooms. The venue is also used for wedding and has its own chapel and registry office.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>France<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Heading over to France, which has an abundance of castles on the market, we find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prestigeproperty.co.uk\/16-bed-castle-pertuis-vaucluse-cote-dazur-french-riviera-luberon-france-225226\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pertuis Castle<\/a>\u00a0in Luberon for sale for \u00a33.534m. The stunning mansion boasts 16 bedrooms, a swimming pool, garages, a tennis court, additional outbuildings and more, all spread over 10.38 acres.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.prestigeproperty.co.uk\/16-bed-castle-pertuis-vaucluse-cote-dazur-french-riviera-luberon-france-225226\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prestigeproperty.co.uk\/PropertyImages\/LargerImages\/225226.jpg\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pertuis Castle, Vaucluse, Luberon via Prestige Property<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.castleist.com\/2-9m-nr-carcassonne-france-exceptional-castle-for-sale\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Carcassonne Castle<\/a> is another French castle that is on the market for \u00a32.628m; the stunning mansion boasts a full renovation including eight large bedrooms, four bathrooms and an independent one-bedroom apartment, as well as a number of reception rooms.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 960px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.castleist.com\/2-9m-nr-carcassonne-france-exceptional-castle-for-sale\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/le-cdn.website-editor.net\/32916085b5a9418fbce753d78f93dba8\/dms3rep\/multi\/opt\/Castle+nr+Carcassonne+France+for+sale+10-960w.jpg\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u00a32.628m Carcassonne Castle in France via Castleist<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Finally, if you want something more with a more affordable price tag then this stunning <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frenchestateagents.com\/french-property-for-sale\/view\/101653SGA86\/chateau-for-sale-in-poitiers-vienne-poitou-charentes-france#longDesc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">thirteenth-century chateau<\/a>, enclosing a 17th-century manor house is located in a residential hamlet in Poitiers, Vienne, Poitou Charentes and can be snapped up for a mere \u00a3488,000.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.castleist.com\/540k-poitiers-france-castle-for-sale-ramparts\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/le-cdn.website-editor.net\/32916085b5a9418fbce753d78f93dba8\/dms3rep\/multi\/opt\/XIII+Poitiers+Castle+for+sale+2-960w.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u00a3488,000 Thirteenth-century chateau, Poitiers, Vienne, Poitou Charentes via Castleist<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The property is entirely closed with high rampart walls and 8019sqm of land and is said to have the potential for conversions into a G\u00eete complex or holiday centre.<\/p>\n<p>Hugh Wade-Jones, Managing Director of\u00a0Enness Global Mortgages that compiled many of the castles above, commented: <em>\u201cA three-million-pound price tag won\u2019t secure you a huge deal in the global high-end market. However, you could secure a whole castle for a similar price tag and you will get a lot more space for your money. As well as some additional fortification.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Does buying a castle appeal to you?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Want a home with a difference? We\u2019ve got 13 very grand homes \u2013 in fact, castles \u2013 that are literally fit for a King, Queen or anyone with a cool \u00a32.4million or more to invest. From medieval ruins to royal palaces to historic homes in the UK and beyond, we got a feast of castles &hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":2666,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[39,41],"tags":[164,48],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.propertista.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2664"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.propertista.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.propertista.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.propertista.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/7"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.propertista.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2664"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.propertista.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2664\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.propertista.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2666"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.propertista.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2664"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.propertista.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2664"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.propertista.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2664"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}